Chapter 31

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             Jungkook sat on the sofa, took a glance at his wristwatch, waiting for Seolhyun to get ready. "Are you not done yet? It is already 5:00 p.m. We're going late for grandpa's birthday", he shouted from the living room.

"Sorry, oppa. Give me ten minutes more", said Seolhyun and hurriedly put her earrings on.

 He clicked his tongue and rolled his eyes.

Later, she went to stand in front of Jungkook. "I am ready", said her weakly and her eyes looked down to her feet. She was unable to look at him in his eyes after everything. He broke her but she would always love him.

He stood up, skimming her then walked out of the house to his car. She followed him from behind.

Throughout the journey, she looked out of the car window, not because the scenery was beautiful but it was just nothing left to say. And he would not care about her. But he would be good to her right after this. In front of their family.

He shifted his eyes to the right corner, took a glimpse of her. She was leaning her head against the car window, looking outside. It was not like her at all. But he guessed she gave up already after that argument.

He parked his car at the house compound. She unbuckled her seatbelt and sighed out.

"Smile", Jungkook broke the silence.

She turned at him but he was looking forward, without making eye contact with her.

"I do not want my family to see your sullen gloomy face. They will blame me", he said and then turned at her.

She almost laughed at herself.

What am I expecting? Of course he would only do it for himself.

"I got it, oppa".

"Do not forget grandpa's present too", he said coldly and got out of his car.

They went into the house and were greeted by the housemaids. Then, the housemaids brought them to the dinner room. Everyone was already there.

"Omo, Seolhyun-ah", Eun Kyung said as soon as she saw Seolhyun.

Seolhyun quickly put on her bright smile and went to hug her.

Jungkook took an empty seat at the right side of his grandpa. He took a glance at Eun Kyung. She was rolling her eyes at him.

How old is she? Nine? Ten? Whatever.

"Why are you late?", asked grandpa to Jungkook.

Hearing that, Seolhyun quickly took a seat beside Jungkook and said, "I took some time to get ready. That's why we are late. I am sorry, grandpa".

"Forget it. As long as you are here, I do not mind", said grandpa.

She smiled at grandpa. Then, she looked at Jungkook and leaned her head onto his arm. He was slightly shocked and gazed down at her. She looked into his eyes but he quickly turned his head away.

She knew that it was a disgusted look in his eyes. But at least, she could do this just only in front of their family. It felt a little bit love. Even though only to her.

"Omo, look at this sweet couple", said Seolhyun's mother. Seolhyun giggled and rubbed her face against his arm.

Jimin who sat on the left side to grandpa but farther, glared at them. To him, it was an act. If it was not in front of their family, he was sure that Jungkook would push her away. Jimin rolled his eyes in annoyance, picking up his cutlery and gazed down at his meal on the table instead.

"My granddaughter, what happens to your hand?", asked grandpa when he noticed her bandaged hand.

Jimin immediately raised his head at his sister.

"Oh, I hurt myself when I was cooking", lied Seolhyun and forced out a smile.

"You should be careful".

"Do not worry, it is just a little scratch", said Seolhyun.

"Hm? Jimin also has his hand bandaged?". Eun Kyung noticed it. Jimin turned at her and smiled awkwardly. "What happens?", asked Eun Kyung.

"Oh, it is because we are like twins! When noona hurts, I also hurt!". Everyone laughed except for Jungkook. He felt like he was not joking. He glared at Jimin and when their eyes met, the right corner of Jimin's mouth was slightly curled. Jungkook broke the glare by rolling his eyes at him. Seolhyun noticed them and her laugh turned weaker and forced.

"Jimin is such a very good brother", complimented Junho. He giggled at the compliment shyly.

Grandpa cleared his throat and seriously asked, "What actually happens to your hand?".

Jimin stammered, thinking of what he should say. "I got hurt from helping a woman yesterday".

"Hm? How", asked Junho curiously.

"Well, her handbag was snatched and I went to get it for her. So, yeah". He put an elbow on the table, his arm perpendicular to its surface, palm open. He showed it to them.

Jungkook quickly turned his head at Jimin. He frowned, he could not believe what he heard.

Yesterday? Snatch? Wound? Blood?

He recalled what y/n had told him. There was no way it was a coincidence. It was like the two stories were connected. So, she was hanging out with Jimin? He clenched his hands at his thought.

'I am closer to y/n than you think, so what????'. It came across his mind again. He felt his muscles tightening. He pressed his fingers against his temple, closing his eyes for a second in frustration and let out a soft sigh.

Eun Kyung pushed her chair back and stood. The chair sound has attracted everyone's attention to her. "Okay. Time for father's birthday gifts and wishes", said Eun Kyung excitedly and she gestured to the housemaid to hand her a card. She took the card and went to stand beside grandpa.

She cleared her throat and started reading her card, "Today is your 72th birthday, father, and I want to use this day as an opportunity to reaffirm for the millionth time my vow to love and care for you until the end of time. Wishing you a beautiful day with good health. Happy birthday, father!", said her and pecked at his forehead.

Then she gestured to the housemaid again to hand her a box of gifts. Then, she put it on the table in front of grandpa. "Father, this is your present that I have prepared!", said Eun Kyung and watched him opening it excitedly.

Grandpa slowly opened it and it was ginseng.

"This is a very rare and expensive ginseng!", said Eun Kyung.

Grandpa nodded and gestured to the housemaid to keep it.

"Do you like it, father???".

"Em", he nodded slightly.

She went back to her seat with a satisfied smile. Then, she looked at Seolhyun. Her eyes and head movement signed Seolhyun that it was her turn now. She was confused at first but then got it.

Her bright smile flattened, thinking about that present but she immediately forced out a smile again.

She turned at Jungkook and whispered, "Your mother signs me to give a present to grandpa right now. Should I do it or you do it".

"You do it", he whispered back.

She gulped down her saliva. She looked at grandpa and suddenly, her lips trembled. Her hands shook and she quickly hid her hands under the table.

Eun Kyung noticed that Seolhyun looked nervous. As she was only thinking that she was nervous to give the present, quickly she helped her. "Father, Seolhyun has a present to give to you".

Grandpa turned at Seolhyun and she smiled at him. It was a trembled smile, so she quickly took a deep breath to hide the strain of effort. Everyone had their eyes on her as she acted strange. Eun Kyung was excited to hear from her because yesterday, she sounded like she had prepared a luxurious present.

"Grandpa, the present is you're going to be a great-grandfather". Her voice was under the force. She looked at him and nervously waited for his reaction.

Everyone gasped but they wanted to hear again, worried if they misheard about it. Jimin was about to choke on his food and he looked at Seolhyun seriously.

Jungkook's eyes shifted from Seolhyun to his grandpa.

"What?". Grandpa's eyes widened and he looked straight in her eyes.

"I am pregnant. 2 months".

"Oh my! Seolhyun!", Eun Kyung stood up in shock. Then she grinned from ear to ear, clasping her hands in delight.

Grandpa turned his head at Jungkook and impatiently asked, "Is it true, Jungkook?".

"Yes", said Jungkook.

Grandpa laughed happily and said, "Congratulation! Eat more, eat more my lovely granddaughter. This is the best present!", said him.

He gestured to the housemaid to come and instructed, "Bring more meals to Seolhyun".

Seolhyun laughed even though her heart was hurt. 10 months more.

Jimin looked at Seolhyun and then to Jungkook.

Is it good news to noona? But why was she sad on that day??? And pregnant? He hates her and why would he....

He could not understand it. He needed an explanation from her!




         Seolhyun leaned against the wall and slowly sipped a glass of wine in her hand at the kitchen. She was disturbed, her mind was troubled, her heart was ached. Suddenly, someone snatched her glass and she was slightly shocked. She raised her head and it was Jungkook.

"You are pregnant, remember it", he said under his gritted teeth.

She sighed out and looked away. "I got it", she said weakly.

"Don't do anything funny if you wanna save your father and your brother. The amount they stole is not a joke", threatened him.

She turned, looking straight in his eyes. "I said I got it, oppa", she raised her voice a little bit and caused Jungkook to frown. He bent down until his face an inch away from her with a fierce look and hatred. They glared at each other until they heard the sound of heels. It was Eun Kyung coming at their direction. He quickly stood upright and cleared his throat.

"Oh? Do I disturb you guys?", asked Eun Kyung and then turned her back to walk away.

"No, no mom", Seolhyun stopped Eun Kyung.

She turned back and walked towards them.

"So..... Are you done with Jungkook?".

"Wh-what mom?", asked Seolhyun awkwardly.

"I mean done talking to him because I want to have a little chit-chat with him".

"Yes. Go ahead".

Eun Kyung turned to look at Jungkook and her eyes signed him to follow her. Then she looked at Seolhyun back with a warm smile. She rubbed her belly and said, "Take care of yourself, honey".

"O-okay, mom", stammered her.

Then, Eun Kyung walked toward a spot and he followed her from behind.

"What do you want Eun Kyung?", asked Jungkook.

She scoffed and then laughed. "How cute, son".

He rolled his eyes and turned his head to the side, looking away from her in disinterest.

"You like that bitch but you still fuck your wife. How greedy you are. Men are just the same".

He turned his head at her and narrowed his eyes.

"But good job son, you are still my perfect son", said her. "Call me mother again", she continued, rubbing his arm and then walked away leaving him alone.

He snorted and then a smirk flashed across his face.

I wonder how long you want me to call you mother? Is this going to be last?

"Perfect son...", he mumbled.

18 years ago

       "Mother! Mother! Mother", shouted Jungkook, looking for his mother right after reaching home from the school. He ran looking for her around the house with a drawing paper in his hand.

Eun Kyung bent down and opened her arms for him to hug her. Then, he loosened the hug and she ruffled his bowl-cut hair. "What is it, son?", asked her.

"Mother! Look at this!", Jungkook said excitedly, showing his drawing paper to his mother.

Suddenly , the sound of stepping distracted Eun Kyung and she turned to the back. It was Junho just coming back home.

"Wait, Jungkook", she said and walked fast to Junho while shouting, "Junho! Junho!". But he ignored her and slammed the door right in front of her face.

She stood frozen for a moment and combed her hair with her fingers in frustration. Then she took a deep breath and went back to Jungkook who had been watching them. She forced out a smile and bent down to him again.

"What is it again, son?", asked her.

He showed her his drawing paper and smiled until every single of his teeth could be seen. "I got an A+, mother!"

She took a look but she was not impressed by it. Besides from his academics, it was all useless to her.

"I want to be an artist when I grow up. My teacher said I can be a great artist one day!", he said excitedly.

She frowned and quickly held his small shoulders with both of her hands violently. "No!",shouted her.

His smile turned dull when she shouted at him. To him, it was like she was mad at him.

"No, Jungkook-ah. You cannot be the damn artist! You are the only one an heir to Jeon Company. One day, you will be the president of Jeon Company!", she said and looked at him intensely.

He stood frozen and was speechless.

"Do you get it, Jungkook????"

He did not answer her but still looked at her. Then, she took his drawing paper, tearing, crumbling and throwing it away. He watched her without saying anything but deep inside his heart, he was hurt. He put an effort on it and enjoyed doing it. He felt unappreciated.

She turned at him again and then asked, "Who's teacher that told you that you will be an artist????? What's her name!! I will report her to the principal!", shouted her again.

He did not even open his mouth and just looked at her. This caused her blood to boil even more.

"Who???!", she shouted again. She noticed his fragile body began to tremble. She took a deep breath, and managed to control her temper. "Are you sympathesize with her, Jungkook-ah?". She sounded soft and sweet. 

Then, she took his small shoulder and looked straight in his eyes. Her eyes were very warm and her smile was gentle. "If you sympathize with her, that means you are emotionally attached to her".

He frowned, unable to understand what his mother tried to say.

She noticed it and took a deep breath. She put on her best smile. "That means love or you care. If she hurts, you will hurt too. So, don't do that or else you will end up getting hurt. I don't mad that you enjoy drawing. But you know that thing will not last forever. You will get bored because it will not give you the fancy life you have now or anything except for fulfilling your temporary entertainment .So, do not be so serious because you are already born to be a president, understand?"

Jungkook nodded slowly and she hugged him.

"Kim Dae Hyun", said him with a slow voice.

She loosened the hug and looked at him, "Em?".

"Kim Dae Hyun is her name, mother", said him again.

A smile curled on her lips and then she ruffled his hair again, "Well done, son. You're my perfect son", she said and hugged him again and patted his back.

End of the Flashback.
























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