I was bidding my goodbye to my parents when I received a call from Yoona. Maybe she’s in the car, waiting already for me. I didn’t answer the call.

“Daddy,” I started. “Mommy, thank you. I promise I’ll be good. I’ll stay safe as I can.”

My father seems to be against it but he agreed anyway. He doesn’t want his princess to run away again. “Sooyeon, just always give us a call, all right?”

I nodded and said, “Yes, Dad.”

After bidding my goodbye to my parents and to Siwon Oppa, I decided to finally get in the car. When I did, I saw Yoona’s expression.

“What took you years, Sica?”

I shook my head. “Just shut up. We’re going now.”

I started the engine and drove away. Jackson Town is just a few miles away from Sylvania and it didn’t take us long to reach the place. But on the way to the place, the thought of Suho flashed in my mind.

I remembered our first meeting and how he turned out to be my friend. It was such a nice start for us but then I always knew that I am a danger magnet.

I am a princess and that’s what some other people want to take advantage of. They’d do anything just to throw over the Jung from ruling. It was such a foolish reason to even kill people.

But I was happy that Butler Yondong was all right. I thank Donghae for that. Before be finally left me, he fulfilled his promise of saving Butler Yondong. I was glad he’s safe and sound.

My heart was beating rapidly when I entered Jackson town again. When I saw the welcome sign, other memories of Suho were flashing in my mind. Dammit!

I never thought that love can make a person think crazily and exaggeratedly of everything. . Focus on your driving, Jessica!

After hours of driving, we reached my house where I have lived for too long. Yoona got down first. I killed the engine off before finally going out. I saw how smile formed on her face. She’s been with me for months and I am sure she already missed the place.

“It feels good to be back!” she exclaimed which made me smile.

I went to the back of the car and opened the trunk, pulled out my luggage. I noticed Yoona came to help and get her luggage, too.

“Why are your bags all red?” she asked, noticing that I have brought a red D&C bag and also red stroller.

I shrugged and said, “I don’t know.”

“And you’re wearing red lipstick. What’s with red now?” she asked.

I rolled my eyes and said firmly, “I told you I don’t know!”

She almost leaped. “Fine, I get it. You’re so bitter, Jess. I’ll help you carry these inside, then you take me home after.”

I felt guilty but then I didn’t do anything wrong.

“Okay,” what all I could say.

After settling my luggage, I went out and locked the house again. A neighbor noticed me and greeted, “Oh, sweet Jessica, welcome back. It’s been a year,” an old lady said.

I went to her and gave a light hug. “Yeah, I guess so. Is there any change here, Mrs. Leila?”

She thought for a moment and said, “Ahh~ There is! Suho’s your friend, right? I supposed you know it.”

I creased my forehead. “I’m sorry but Suho and I have no longer connection. Will you tell me what about him?”

“Oh, my! I see. Okay, he said that he got accepted.”

“Accepted?”

Yoona came and stood beside me, even curious as I was. The old lady proceeded, “He’s now a doctor.” Wow. “He got accepted in California. That young man is really a good man.”

Yeah, so good that he even hurt me.

“He stayed for a year there and finally became so professional. He’s a total package, you know. He grew more handsome, his body’s well-built, but still he’s humble and kind.”

“Is he still here?” Yoona asked.

Mrs. Leila nodded and smiled, “He just got here a few days back.”

“Okay,” I said. “I’ll go now,” I said, bidding goodbye. I was on my way to my car when she added something.

“By the way, he already has a clinic here. You might like to visit,” I looked back and I saw she winked. What’s with that?

I got inside and waited for Yoona to get in, too. As she did, I ignited the engine and started taking the road leading to Yoona’s home. I hope her parents are okay with me.

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