Chapter 16 : The Park
Jinho's Story27 August 2016 (Saturday), 7 a.m.
I am standing in front of our dorm buliding, waiting for a taxi. I wore a yellow T-shirt and blue track bottom. I carried with me a bagpack, containing my Dizi in its case.
I got discharged a few days ago, but I was told to stay at home and rest. At first, I had no problem with that, but later on, I was itching to walk outside. I had to wake up early so the members don't notice me missing.
Soon enough, a taxi arrived. I quickly entered.
Taxi Driver : Where would you like to go?
Jinho : Out of town, far from here. I'll tell you where to go once we're out.
I wanted to go to a park and just walk, but I'm afraid that Manager-nim might find me if I go to the one nearby our dorm.
27 August 2016 (Saturday), 7.25 a.m.
As the taxi continues to move, I gave the driver directions that led to a suburban area. Over there, I see a park with almost no one in the vicinity. I told him to drop me off here.
Jinho : Thank you so much! Here's the fee.
Taxi Driver : Don't worry. It's on the house.
Jinho : Huh? Why?
Taxi Driver : You're Hong Jinho, aren't you? The man that broke his knee, saving a girl from a speeding car?
I was embarrassed after realizing that I became popular with even the taxi driver. I almost forgot about that incident making me a hero.
Jinho : Ah yes! You're right.
Taxi Driver : Just this once, it's free. Are you okay being alone?
Jinho : I'll be okay, and I'll appreciate it if you don't tell anyone I was here.
Taxi Driver : No problem. Can I get a picture with you real quick?
Jinho : Sure thing.
I took a selfie with him, using his phone. Afterwards, I thanked him again and walked to the park.
After walking one round around the park, I was already exhausted. It's because I'm still taking very small steps and my legs are tired from standing. However, I couldn't let that stop me. I came this far. I should walk as much as I can, before having to go back.
I succeeded in another round and a half. I found a bench and I had to rest. I sat down and looked around. The park looks beautiful. There was a large pond in the middle of the park. I see a couple feeding bread to fishes in the pond...
That is just one of the things I regret not doing with Mina. The simple things. Looking at the couple, I became sad. I had to distract myself from it. Walking away was not an option. My legs were too tired.
Seeing as I was stuck to this bench at the moment, I took out my Dizi and began practicing. Playing this flute has helped me get through my emotional pain since the incident. I've also been putting more effort to my flute practice since I started playing it. I'm learning more as I watched some videos on Youtube. After warming up, I attempted to play a new song I've learned called 'Belonging To'. I closed my eyes, which helps me to forget the sadness I felt as I focused on playing the right notes.
Once it was over, I was shocked. I heard someone clapping hands. I opened my eyes and see a beautiful girl standing in front of me.
Yuju : That was beautiful.
I was surprised to see who it was. It was Yuju from GFriend. I tried to stand up and bow to my sunbae, but my knee didn't seem to move fast enough.
Yuju : No, no! Don't get up! You're still hurt, aren't you?
Jinho : I'm discharged... so it's okay...
Yuju : No, don't! Sit down!
She went forward and put her hands by my arms to push me d
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