Mini Series: Half Brothers: Broken Promise

 

            Jeonghan was not the only one who was staring blankly nowadays. That includes, Sung Hoon, and Seungcheol too; however, SungJae was just staring blankly at Jeonghan because of his unusual actions.

 

-Dining Room-

 

Grandpa:

SungJae-ah, call Jeonghan’s attention and let him finish his food.

 

        SungJae nudged his pretty hyung’s waist to call his attention and whispered.

 

SungJae:

Hyung, wake up. Eat your food now. What’s happening to you?

 

Jeonghan:

Ummm…

Can I go out for a while?

(He suddenly brought it up)

 

Il Kook:

You want me to drive you?

 

Jeonghan:

No. I can go alone.

I will just meet my friend.

 

SungJae:

Can I come?

 

Jeonghan:

Sorry SungJae-ah, can you please look after Hansol for a while.

Let’s just go out later. I’ll be quick.

 

SungJae:

Okay, hyung. Be careful.

I can drive you if you want.

 

Jeonghan:

I’m fine.

(He smiled)

 

        He finished his food and went straight to see Mingyu in the café, but he was not there. He called him and learned that he was home because it was his day off.

 

        Mingyu thought that Jeonghan would meet him the other day, so he waited, but he seemed to forget what he said that time when they met each other at Seungcheol’s office.

 

        Jeonghan decided to meet him at the place where they usually meet and just have their lunch somewhere.

 

        When Mingyu met Jeonghan near their old place, Jeonghan was obviously distracted that he kinda squeal when he called him.

 

Mingyu:

Chill, Jeonghan. What’s gotten into you?

 

Jeonghan:

(Biting his lips repeatedly)

I have a very big problem, Mingyu.

 

Mingyu:

(Slapped his mouth.)

Stop doing that before you can devour your lips.

And are you trying to seduce someone?! Tsk!

 

Jeonghan:

(He frowned his brows upon the slap he received)

I mean I am serious!

 

Mingyu:

Go ahead and let’s talk.

 

        They went somewhere quiet and concealed so they could talk properly. 1^st thing he asked was if Mingyu knew the name of the lady who was always there to meet her boyfriend. Mingyu said that her name was Da Eun because he always writes her name in her drinks.

 

        Jeonghan flinched when it was confirmed and asked Mingyu a favor.

 

Jeonghan:

Mingyu-ya, promise me you won’t tell anyone even if you and I die together here!

 

        He acted serious but in the eyes of Mingyu, he was cute. Somehow, he blushed and became fond of his friend more.

 

Mingyu:

(He giggled)

Your threat is dead serious. Okay. I promise! Cross my heart.

 

Jeonghan:

I’ll kill you if you tell someone.

 

Mingyu:

Fine.

 

Jeonghan:

That Da Eun… Is she kind?

 

Mingyu:

Yes, why?

 

Jeonghan:

She’s- she’s my hyung’s…

(Troubled on how to say it)

My hyung’s fiancé and they’re getting married this December.

 

Mingyu:

What?!

But she has…

 

Jeonghan:

I know.

Mingyu ya… I heard them talking about Da Eun’s pregnancy… I’m worried that-

 

Mingyu:

(He became troubled too)

Ya, her boyfriend claims the baby is his. I heard it.

Your hyung is in danger if that was true.

How come he didn’t know?

 

Jeonghan:

I don’t know, Mingyu ya.

Or maybe hyung is just that stupid.

(He was crying inside.)

What should I do?

 

Mingyu:

Just tell him.

 

Jeonghan:

But he’s happy. I can’t ruin his mood.

 

Mingyu:

You should tell him right away.

 

Jeonghan:

Even if he will get angry at me?

 

Mingyu:

What do you want? Him suffering afterwards and for the rest of his life or not being able to talk for him for a while.

 

Jeonghan:

You are there for me right?

If ever he get mad at me… I will run to you.

 

Mingyu:

I’m always here for you.

(He winked)

Just do the right thing.

(He winked)

 

Jeonghan:

How? I have no proof?

 

Mingyu:

Well, that’s the problem.

I’ll observe her. But she’s not coming lately.

 

Jeonghan:

They are busy working on their wedding.

 

Mingyu:

I see.

I will message you if ever I see her.

 

Jeonghan:

Thanks!

 

Mingyu:

Want me to accompany you home?

 

Jeonghan:

I’m gonna be fine.

I’m not a coward.

 

Mingyu:

Alright.

Fighting!

 

        He didn’t know that SungJae followed him. That kid was sure qualified to be a good spy as Jeonghan didn’t notice him following him, or he was just spacing out so he didn’t notice that his little brother following him. As for Hansol, he was with their dad, playing with him because SungJae asked if he could follow his hyung so if anything happens, he would be there to save him. They were worried that he might end up having an accident because of his absent mindedness.

 

        SungJae was alerted on what he heard and went home early. He was walking back and forth with his uneasy gestures. It was odd when SungJae suddenly acted like that. They thought that something was going on with Jeonghan.

 

Il Kook:

What happened?

Where is Jeonghan?

 

SungJae:

(Was startled)

Ummmm….

I left because he’s- he’s with someone.

(Then became agitated again.)

 

Grandpa:

Will you stop that? (His walking back and forth)

Tell me what happened?

 

SungJae:

I don’t know, grandpa.

Please… please, can you please leave me alone first?

(With his shaking hands. He was like getting crazier every time he thought of it.)

This is ridiculous!

I wish I am jut dreaming.

Oh my god!

 

        Jeonghan went home with a more composed face, unlike before. And now the virus went to SungJae.

 

-Seungcheol’s House-

 

        They came just after Da Eun tried his wedding gown and ended up sulking because the gown did not fit her anymore.

 

Seungcheol:

What’s the matter?

 

Da Eun:

I’m getting fatter, Cheol!

 

Seungcheol:

Aigoo~ that’s because you are carrying our baby. Don’t be sad. You are still y.

 

Da Eun:

I will look fat wearing my wedding dress.

 

Seungcheol:

You’ll be fine.
(He smiled as he thought that maybe they could just delay it)

If you want, we’ll just wait for the baby to come out before getting married.

 

Da Eun:

(He was more enraged by it)

No, Cheol!

Everything is prepared. I already told my family and friends!

 

Seungcheol:

(He was surprised)

Okay… fine. Don’t worry.

Relax, Da Eun.

 

        Then, Da Eun asked about the thing they talked about when Jeonghan and him talked privately because she was curious.

 

Seungcheol:

It’s just about Hansol.

 

Da Eun:

But you looked troubled when he came out of the room.

 

Seungcheol:

That’s nothing. He just said that he’ll miss me.

(He laughed)

What a sweet person.

 

Da Eun:

You are being too soft on him, don’t you think?

 

Seungcheol:

Are you jealous?

 

Da Eun:

(Sulked more)

No!

Seungcheol:

You are.

(He smirked)

You know Da Eun, Jeonghan is my brother and he needs me because he went through a lot.

 

Da Eun:

I can see you love him that much.

You love him much much more than I am!

(She complained)

You are even proud of him.

(She muttered)

 

Seungcheol:

Don’t be like that.

I love you both.

 

Da Eun:

Sung Hoon told me that Jeonghan changed you a lot.

And I can see it.

(She cried)

 

        Cheol realized that pregnancy wasn’t easy.

 

Seungcheol:

Tsk! That Sung Hoon!

(He muttered)

That’s nothing. Why? Am I not sweet to you?

 

Da Eun:

You embraced him so tight.

I saw it. I saw it when you are inside the conference room.

 

Seungcheol:

(He smiled and reached Da Eun’s petite body and embraced her)

You are jealous, Da Eun.

(He laughed)

 

Da Eun:

What’s funny?

 

Seungcheol:

I’ll be yours soon. And besides, we’re having our baby.

(Kissed her forehead)

Don’t cry, our baby will be sad too.

 

Da Eun:

Hmmmph!

 

Seungcheol:

What do you want me to do?

 

Da Eun:

(Continued her drama)

Tsk!

You even brag him to us.

 

Seungcheol:

I see.

Okay. I’ll always talk about how beautiful you are from now on.

Is that okay?

 

Da Eun:

(Was quite satisfied)

Agreed.

(Then she smiled)

 

        Day by day, Sung Hoon was busy researching and planning about his strategy of exposing Da Eun. He looked so desperate and found himself hilarious; however, he needed to do the right thing. He needed evidence before revealing everything, so Cheol would believe them.

 

On the other hand, SungJae hired an investigator to observe Da Eun’s everyday life. And it was confirmed that he was seeing someone secretly. The investigators actually took a photo of the guy trying to kiss Da Eun but Da Eun shoved him.

 

        Meanwhile, Jeonghan was busy cooking for the whole family, and sometimes he’d bring food inside Cheol’s fridge leaving him a note that he went there to give some food for him and his fiancé to share.

 

That made Da Eun more envious of him. It was so unimaginable that she was dead jealous to his brother and not with any other woman, but she couldn’t blame herself. He seemed perfect and everyone would just blindly fall in love with him.

 

-Seungcheol’s House-

 

        Da Eun was so grumpy and irritated and worried at the same time when her mother called from America saying that his father was confined weeks before their wedding due to his heart disease. Cheol went home witnessing his fiancé uneasy.

 

Seungcheol:

What’s wrong, babe?

 

Da Eun:

Cheol, dad is confined.

My mom asked me to move the wedding date next year.

(Her eyes were getting watery)

This can’t be.

(She looked problematic.)

 

Seungcheol:

How’s he?

 

Da Eun:

He’s safe but the doctor advised him to rest.

(Then she started to cry and Seungcheol rescued him through his embrace)

 

Seungcheol:

What do you want us to do?

 

Da Eun:

I want my dad to attend my wedding.

But, I don’t want to delay it too.

(She was torned)

 

Seungcheol:

When will he be allowed to go out of the hospital?

 

Da Eun:

Maybe January last week or February first week?

I don’t know.

 

        Seungcheol was worried that her stress will lead to miscarriage, so he did everything to calm her down.

 

Seungcheol:

There will be no problem if we will move it.

(He smiled gently.)

 

Da Eun:

But my baby bump will be very visible, Cheol.

My gown will not fit anymore.

 

Seungcheol:

We can just buy another gown for you.

(Cupped Da Eun’s cheeks.)

Hey, be proud!

Having a baby is something to be proud of.

I’m proud of you both… and thank you for the wonderful gift.

And don’t you think your father will look very proud of you when he sees you walk at the aisle?

 

        After a long talk, they agreed that they would move the date into next year. Seungcheol was the one who told their family and friends about the change of date.

 

        Meanwhile, Choi family were very relieved about their decision, especially his two younger brothers. They let out a big sigh as a sign of release; though, they had to work out something more.

 

        Seungcheol personally talked to Jeonghan when he fetched him from school. He brought him to a café near their university to spent their time together.

 

Jeonghan:

What do you want to tell me, hyung?

 

Seungcheol:

(He smiled)

Well, as you know, I’ve already told you about the new date of our wedding.

(Jeonghan nodded, while Seungcheol scoffed)

You must be heaven’s favorite, Jeonghan. Your request come true.

 

Jeonghan:

(He smiled)

Ummm… I don’t know with that. Maybe it’s just a coincidence.

(At that point, he was itching to tell Cheol to cancel his wedding, but he prevented himself from doing that because he’s so scared.)

Then… what is our agenda today?

 

Seungcheol:

I thought, you want to spend more time with me.

 

Jeonghan:

Yeah… but where is Da Eun noona?

 

Seungcheol:

I let her stay with her dad in America. She’ll be back after a few days; even though, I advised her to stay a week or so because she might get exhausted and it’s not good for our baby and her.

 

Jeonghan:

I see.

 

Seungcheol:

(He was disappointed with Jeonghan’s blank reaction)

Ya… aren’t you happy?

 

Jeonghan:

Y-yeah. Of course! I mean I am happy for you.

And hyung… tell her to rest because… she’s in her first trimester period. It’s a dangerous stage for her and the baby.

Have you been to her check-ups?

 

Seungcheol:

That’s why I am worried.

And for the check up, I have no time for that.

(He sighed)

I feel bad for her going alone.

(He smiled as he remembered something. He took a picture out of his wallet and showed it to Jeonghan)

Hey, look!

(He presented an ultrasound result to Jeonghan.)

Here’s our baby.

(He looked so excited.)

 

        Jeonghan took an intent look on it and he was totally bothered because the fetus was already big; though, he was still not sure about it. He just wore a congratulatory smile for his hyung. After that, Jeonghan took out his phone, so that he could asked Cheol to pose with the picture.

 

Jeonghan:

Hyung, can you pose with the baby picture?

Put it beside your face.

(Cheol let Jeonghan take their picture as he posed with his proud smile.)

 

        He went incredibly and surprisingly close to his hyung’s face, which Cheol found weird. Jeonghan didn’t care at all because he was so focused on capturing something in detail. Instead of capturing his hyung’s face with the ultrasound, he zoomed it in first to capture the details. Then zoomed it out as he took another shot to capture his hyung’s super close up face.

 

Jeonghan:

Cute!

(He looked at his phone with confused face.)

 

Seungcheol:

Send it to me.

(Sipping on his coffee.)

 

Jeonghan:

(Sent his super close up picture through a messaging app.)

Sent!

How old is your baby?

(Out of curiosity)

 

Seungcheol:

Da Eun said 12 weeks. Why?

 

        The younger ones counted the weeks Da Eun and Cheol could possibly have the baby and found out that 12 weeks was just right if you counted Da Eun’s week of arrival.

 

Jeonghan:

Nothing. I just wanna know.

 

        At the same time, he sent the picture to a senior he was close to, who was taking an OB specialization.

 

Seungcheol:

So, where do you wanna go?

Let’s meet SeungJae later before we go back home to meet Hansol.

 

        Then, Seungcheol noticed that Jeonghan was busy with his phone and he seemed troubled.

 

Seungcheol:

Hey, what’s wrong?

 

Jeonghan:

Oh!

Nothing. Nothing is wrong, hyung.

(He forced an awkward smile.)

 

Seungcheol:

Sure?

 

        Then, Jeonghan received a beep from his phone and it took his attention away from Seungcheol again.

 

JongSuk:

Ya, whose is this?

Is this yours, imma?!

 

        Jeonghan was shook and got chocked up upon drinking his iced beverage. It left a sting on his nose because he thought the liquid went up until there. He coughed a few times and it made his hyung worry.

 

Seungcheol:

Hey… what is it?

 

Jeonghan:

(While coughing)

Nothing.

(Then, eyes back on his phone again and message his senior back.)

No, hyung. It’s my brothers… can you tell me how old is the fetus?

 

JongSuk:

Around 15-16 weeks… Can you bring that, so I can see clearly?

 

        That time, Jeonghan literally swallowed his drinks without any pause. He almost killed himself from the choke. He experienced difficulty in breathing because he felt that something was blocking his airway. Seungcheol rescued him immediately.

 

Seungcheol:

Ya, what are you doing to yourself?

(Patted Jeonghan’s back.)

 

        After his life and death struggle because of his clumsiness. Jeonghan got back to texting.

 

Jeonghan:

Are you sure?

 

JongSuk:

Yeah?

Why?

 

Jeonghan:

My brother said its 12 weeks old.

 

JongSuk:

It’s impossible, Hanie.

It’s bigger and besides… if I am not mistaken from the picture you are showing me… some of the descriptions printed beside the ultra sound shows the size and development; though, you didn’t capture some other details.

You can bring it here so I can discuss to you.

Why are you suddenly interested with this?

 

Jeonghan:

Oh… I cannot. My brother won’t allow me.

And… because… I’m just excited.

Thanks hyung! I owe you a lot.

 

JongSuk:

Okay. Welcome.

Are you sure the baby is not yours?

 

Jeonghan:

Yeah.

It’s my brother’s.

(Sent him a picture of him with the ultrasound.)

See?

 

JongSuk:

Tell him it’s about that age.

Take care.

 

Jeonghan:

Okay. Thank you, hyung.

Take care too.

 

        Back to his brother, Seungcheol waited for Jeonghan to finish before he talk.

 

Seungcheol:

Who’s that?

 

Jeonghan:

It’s my senior.

(He smiled)

 

Seungcheol:

Lover?

(Raised his brows accused the person without knowing his gender and reason.)

 

Jeonghan:

Oh, no!

Not that!

I just ask him if… if… what vitamins should Hansol take at his age.

(He smiled like someone who was defending himself from a crime.)

 

Seungcheol:

I see.

(He smiled)

So… what are your plans tonight?

 

Jeonghan:

Just… ummm… anything you like.

(He smiled gently.)

 

        That night, the boys went out again. Seungcheol noticed that his two cute brothers were bothered by something, but sometimes they looked okay. He thought that they were just exhausted from their studies and let them be. At least they had fun together and it made them a little bit relaxed.

 

        One day, Sung Hoon finally confronted his beloved friend about Da Eun. He tried to be calm but Cheol started shouting at him and that made them quarrel. They did not talk for about 3 days since that day and Cheol was always grumpy and irritated.

 

        They fought about the picture taken by Sung Hoon from his phone last time he saw Da Eun, who was supposed to be still in America that time. Cheol became angry and defended Da Eun in all way possible until they started shouting louder at each other. Sung Hoon didn’t stop there. He went to office every day despite them having a cold war, but still continued to persuade him.

 

Sung Hoon:

Cheol! Wake up!

She’s not good for you. Listen to me, man!

I’ve been with you since then! Don’t you trust me?

 

Cheol:

(With his angry face)

Are you trying to ruin us, Sung Hoon?

 

Sung Hoon:

I won’t be like this if it’s not for your sake.

C’mon!

I’d be happy for you if you deserve her. But no!

She’s trying to cheat on you. Get me?!

(Presented some of their pictures with the other man... he even presented the date when Da Eun got back in Korea from their embassy.)

 

        Of course, the blinded man won’t consider Sung Hoon’s proof until he sees it himself.

 

Seungcheol:

Stop this now, Sung Hoon while I’m still cool.

 

Sung Hoon:

Then punch me if you want!

But I’m telling you the truth!

 

        Their fight last longer and bigger each time they talk and the whole office were so worried about them.

 

-Seungcheol’s House-

 

        Jeonghan once again arrived inside the house to leave some food in their refrigerator. It just so happen that Da Eun was there.

 

Jeonghan:

Good day, noona!

(He smiled)

 

Hansol:

Good day noona!

(He smiled too.)

 

        However, Da Eun did not greet them back, instead, she went to the living room and seat. After Jeonghan put everything on their storage, Jeonghan bid Da Eun goodbye.

 

Jeonghan:

Noona, we’ll go now.

Sorry for coming in without any notice.

 

Da Eun:

No problem… and… Jeonghan?

 

Jeonghan:

Yes, noona?

 

Da Eun:

Can I have some of the food you just brought?

 

Jeonghan:

Oh, sure.

I will prepare it.

 

Da Eun:

Thank you.

(She smiled with her evil intentions)

 

        While preparing their food, Da Eun went into their room gathering some of her jewelries and lastly, the necklace of Cheol’s late mom and put it inside their bag.

 

        Jeonghan served Da Eun her food.  She acted like she was having a cramps on her leg and made him massage it. Then later on, he asked Jeonghan if he could get something for her in their room before he goes.

 

Jeonghan:

(After fulfilling everything Da Eun asked, he excused himself.)

Noona, we’ll be going now.

 

Da Eun:

Okay. Take care.

Thank you, Jeonghan. You’re cooking is really good.

And…

Don’t bother come to bring us food anymore.

I can cook for the both of us.

(She said mockingly)

 

        Jeonghan was sadden about it, but he had nothing to do, if that’s the case.

 

Jeonghan:

I see.

Okay, Noona. Have a nice day!

(He smiled)

 

Da Eun:

You too!

 

        When the night comes, Cheol saw Jeonghan’s note and ate their food together with a smile. Meanwhile, Da Eun was busy searching for something.

 

Da Eun:

Cheolie~

Have you seen my jewelries?

 

Seungcheol:

No. I haven’t.

Maybe it’s just there.

 

Da Eun:

I’ve been searching the whole day.

 

Seungcheol:

It’s just right there.

 

Da Eun:

Ya, is someone has been going in and out of this place?

All my necklace began missing one by one.

I thought I just misplaced it or something.

 

Seungcheol:

What do you mean?

 

Da Eun:

Hey, I saw Jeonghan coming in without knocking. Did he know your password?

 

Seungcheol:

Yeah. Why?

 

Da Eun:

Ummm… don’t you think…

 

Seungcheol:

No. Jeonghan cannot do that. He’s a good boy.

Let’s just find it together.

 

Da Eun:

But I saw him entering our room while I am eating.

 

Seungcheol:

Maybe he just clean it.

 

Da Eun:

Hmmmm?

 

Seungcheol:

Let’s just find it after we eat. Okay?

 

        The next day, Da Eun asked Jeonghan’s number because she said, she wanted to learn how to cook from him. So, Cheol did give Da Eun his number and asked their pretty boy to go to their house after his class, so they could start learning some of his recipes.

 

        Jeonghan knocked on the door with Hansol while Da Eun accepted them inside, because he thought that it’d be disrespectful to enter when someone was home. Jeonghan made Hansol watch TV while they’re in the kitchen.

 

Da Eun:

Jeonghanie, sorry for giving you so much trouble.

(Acting like an angel)

 

Jeonghan:

It’s fine, noona.

I brought something for you to eat.

(He smiled gently)

 

Da Eun:

You are indeed a nice guy.

Thank you.

 

        They started cooking; however, Da Eun was having so much trouble that she even cut her finger. And of course, doctor Jeonghan to the rescue. He immediately applied first aid to Da Eun’s finger.

 

Jeonghan:

Noona, I think we should stop now.

I’ll cook the rest.

 

Da Eun:

(Lose his patience)

No!

I’ll finish it!

Maybe you want this to happen because you wanted your hyung’s attention back to you, am I right?

 

Jeonghan:

No, noona. I would never do that.

 

        Jeonghan was surprised and just extended his patience because he knew that pregnancy is tough for her. Nevertheless, they continued cooking until Cheol came home. Da Eun’s cooking was bearable; though, the food looked like massacred.  Given the appearance, Cheol was happy and delighted to eat what Da Eun cooked for him, but Cheol did not finish it because some got burnt and some were hard. Nonetheless, he did not forget to appreciate his wife-to-be’s effort.

 

Jeonghan:

I will go now, hyung.

 

Seungcheol:

Alright. Take care. Thank you for coming.

 

Da Eun:

(With her evil plans)

Cheol, I couldn’t find any of my jewelries.

Oh!

Jeonghan-ah, did you happen to clean inside the house?

 

Jeonghan:

Yes, noona. I cleaned here 4 days ago.

 

Da Eun:

Did you happen to see some necklace scattered anywhere?

 

Jeonghan:

I haven’t.

 

Da Eun:

I cannot find my last necklace. The diamond crusted pendant, Cheol.

(She whined)

You gave me that. It’s important to me.

 

Seungcheol:

Alright.

Jeonghan, do you have time?

 

Jeonghan:

Okay. I’ll help.

(He agreed innocently)

 

        Later on, while the two boys were searching for some treasures everywhere around the house, Da Eun ‘accidentally’ (intentionally) pushed Jeonghan’s bag and made sure the pockets were open so that the jewelries would spill.

 

Da Eun:

Omo!

(Then she shouted with agitated voice and it made Hansol panic.)

Jeonghan-ah!

 

Jeonghan:

Why, noona?

 

Da Eun:

Did you-

(Exposing his bag)

 

        Jeonghan seeing that those necklace -including the necklace of his hyung’s mother- were found at the pockets of his bag, which was obvious that Da Eun made a foul play, scowled as he defended himself.

 

Jeonghan:

I did not do it.

 

        Later on, Seungcheol followed.

 

Seungcheol:

Why?

(He saw necklace beside Jeonghan’s bag)

Jeonghan-ah…

 

Jeonghan:

Hyung, I didn’t do this.

You have to believe me.

 

Da Eun:

Then who should we blame?

You are the only ones who could come back and forth here.

 

Jeonghan:

But I didn’t steal!

 

Seungcheol:

(With straight face)

Jeonghan, we will talk outside.

 

        The two went outside and talk.

 

Jeonghan:

Hyung, I tell you… I did not steal anything.

 

Seungcheol:

I don’t know what to say, Jeonghan-ah.

 

Jeonghan:

Please, you have to listen to me.

Hear me out!

Hyung, I did not do anything.

I just come here to bring food. That’s all.

(He became frustrated)

 

Seungcheol:

Alright. I’ll let this pass.

 

Jeonghan:

(He became more pissed)

I did not do it!
(Then his anger grew more and more seeing his hyung’s face doubting him)

Ask her yourself!

You don’t even know whose child she is carrying. Don’t get fooled!

(He accidentally spilled what he knew)

 

Seungcheol:

(Got angry as he and Sung Hoon had the same opinion.)

Ya! Don’t you ever say that!

That child is mine!

 

Jeonghan:

It is true… it is true that you are blinded, hyung.

 

Seungcheol:

(Gritted his teeth)

Shut your mouth!

Don’t play someone who knows all, Jeonghan.

I’m giving you this last chance.

 

Jeonghan:

Try to open your eyes, hyung!

I am not doing this for me. It’s for you!

We will go now.

 

        He called Hansol angrily and went away leaving Cheol raging with so much anger too.

 

        One day, Jeonghan and Cheol did not communicate at all. Jeonghan was all pissed as well as Seungcheol. SungJae, on the other hand, was still busy investigating all by himself when he came across Sung Hoon, who was investigating too.

 

SungJae:

Hyung!

 

Sung Hoon:

Ya, what are you doing here?

 

Sung Jae:

Investigating.

You too?

 

Sung Hoon:

About what?

 

Sung Jae:

About Da Eun noona. I heard Jeonghan hyung talking to someone for advice.

 

        Then, they agreed that they would both investigate.

 

-Seungcheol’s Office-

 

Seungcheol:

Sung Hoon, did you say something to Jeonghan?

 

Sung Hoon:

About?

(With frowning irritable brows)

 

Seungcheol:

Perhaps, you say something bad to him.

 

Sung Hoon:

Like?

 

Seungcheol:

Jeonghan acted like he didn’t like Da Eun just the way you are.

 

Sung Hoon:

You can’t blame him. We feel it.

 

Seungcheol:

Stop influencing Jeonghan, Sung Hoon!

 

Sung Hoon:

I didn’t!

He’s just worried about you.

Why? What did he say?

 

Seungcheol:

He said I better think about marrying her.

And… he- he said something about our baby.

 

Sung Hoon:

Because he saw it in his own eyes. He didn’t tell you because you looked so happy. He’s hesitant to tell you the truth; although, he wanted too because you are so happy!

He loves you so much, Cheol.

Can’t you see?

 

Seungcheol:

Do you plan to ruin my life with all these nonsense?!

 

Sung Hoon:

Go ahead.

You are a fool, Cheol!

 I already have pictures and some evidence, but you won’t accept it.

It’s your choice. Jeonghan did nothing wrong.

He just wants you to be happy.

(He said angrily)

 

Seungcheol:

He tried to steal from me.

 

Sung Hoon:

What?!

He can never do that!

Maybe Da Eun planned it.

Jeonghan is a good person, unlike your fiancé.

(He defended)

 

Seungcheol:

But I saw the necklace on his bag.

 

Sung Hoon:

Did you see him steal something from you before?

 

Seungcheol:

No, but I investigated about his childhood. The police has a record of him stealing something from a shop and market.

 

Sung Hoon:

But he was just a child back then. And besides, you know his family background.

It doesn’t mean that he’s still doing that. And besides, he has his allowance from your father. Why would he steal?!

 

Seungcheol:

I don’t know.

 

Sung Hoon:

Get your head fixed Cheol!

This is bull!

You can even blurt nonsense to your brother!

 

        Well, they didn’t know that Jeonghan was there to apologize and heard everything that they said. They just knew it when Yu Jin called his name outside.

 

Yu Jin:

Jeonghanie, where are you going?

I thought you wanna see your brother.

 

        Sung Hoon went out of the room and ran towards the rushing Jeonghan fleeing their office.

 

Sung Hoon:

Jeonghan!

Wait up!

(He grabbed his hands and forced Jeonghan to look at him)

Hey…

 

        Jeonghan was about to cry. His heart was really broken that time.

 

Sung Hoon:

Hey.

(With a pitiful look)

 

Jeonghan:

He doesn’t believe me. He promised me, he will listen to me.

I-I did nothing wrong.

(With his shaky voice.)

He- he even investigated on me to prove that I can do that?

(Suddenly, his tears came rushing out of his beautiful sorrowful eyes)

 

Sung Hoon:

Don’t cry.

I will prove your innocence.

 

Jeonghan:

You don’t have to, hyung. Let him be.

I don’t care.

 

Sung Hoon:

(Wiped his tears)

Cheol is not worthy of your tears. He’s a fool.

You want to go with me and have a talk?

 

Jeonghan:

I-I’m good.

 

Sung Hoon:

I insist.

 

        Meanwhile, Yu Jin was surprised of everything that had happened. Each day were full of misunderstanding and quarrel, and it gave her so much stress.

 

Seungcheol:

Why is he here?

 

Yu Jin:

He said that you fought the other day and he wanted to apologize. He even brought some bibimbap for the three of us.

What happened, sir?

 

Seungcheol:

Nothing.

(Then he went back to the office)

 

        Just then, Cheol’s promise to Jeonghan was broken. He did not listen as he promised. He did not let him talk and let his anger judge his poor brother first. He was the one to break his own promise to his mom and to his younger brother.

 

 Cheol became a little cold but he still loves his brother more than anyone else. He felt betrayed and disappointed that he chose to be quiet for a while.

 

 

Hi guys! So there… I hope you are not mad at Cheol. –not just yet. Hahaha!- He’s just blinded. I don’t know if I should tell you to prepare your hearts for the next episode, guys. I think… you should just prepare, in case. Hahaha!  Anyway, I hope you enjoy… I mean, this episode is not enjoyable, but… ummm… how do I suppose to say this? Hahaha. Anyway, have a nice day!

 

See you soon! Half Brothers is soon to end… and I hope to see you all until the end. Love you guys! Mwuah! Thank you.