"What... ?", Soojung stammered.

"I know it's sudden. But I've never felt so strongly about anyone. I want to know you more. I want to be there for you.... I want to protect you.."

Soojung just stared into his eyes. She felt herself falling deeper and deeper. Suddenly Jongin looked up and their eyes met, she immediately looked away. Soojung looked down at her hands.

"Soojung-ah, please say something to me."

She looked up and saw his pleading eyes. After thinking for a moment, she looked straight at him.

"Jongin-shi, I think you've hit your head quite hard.."

Jongin looked at her, confusion washed up on his face. Soojung just got up and walked out of the hospital room, and shut the door behind her. Slowly, she felt her knees go weak as she slid down the door.

How? Why?  She couldn't being to comprehend how this happened. How can I know if he means it. The last time someone promised me that they'll be there with me forever, they couldn't keep it. Mom. Is this why? You've sent him here for me?

Soojung felt her eyes water, things started getting blurry around her. She stood up and went to the bathroom.

Jongin sat still. He couldn't believe what just happened. I should have given her some warning, some time. He couldn't control his words, she looked so fragile and he wanted to hold her so she didn't break apart. He let out a sigh. I should give her some time, I don't wan