‘I love you’ words from Sehun ringing on her mind as she was lying on her bed who couldn’t sleep because of those 3 words. Jieun was confused, she didn’t know how to respond the sudden words from her best friend.

The next day, Jieun did her daily routine for school. She arrived to school and spots Sehun. However he walks past her as if she was not there but invisible to him. *Was it because of me?* She thought.

In English class, Jieun couldn’t pay attention in class because she kept glancing at Sehun and the window beside to her thinking. Sehun was not in a great position either; he was out of it that he slept during class and left the classroom the last 20 minutes of class. The teacher left him be since she knew there was something going on and there was no point dealing with him because his parents were difficult to argue with.

*how can I make things better with Sehun?*

Lunch time came, Jieun decided to sit outside alone. The cafeteria was crowded with too many people. On the other hand, Jungkook walked up and sat next to her with his tray of food.

“Why do you look down?”  Jieun jumped.

“Just thinking that’s all” she confirmed him.

“Oh. You don’t have to tell me the reason. But it’s different not being yourself. Cheer up. Whatever you are going through. Things will eventually work. Fighting!!” Jungkook said encouraging words to make Jieun happy.

School has finally ended. While Sehun was walking to his car, Jieun pulled him to the side.

“We need to talk.”

“Fine. But not here, people will think there’s something going on.” Said Sehun.

They arrived at a park. It was quiet, it was a school day.

“Sehun, why have you been avoiding me?”

“Because of you. You rejected him. You didn’t even think before you completely rejected me. I’m embarrassed. I love you. And I know you can not return the feelings because you like someone else. I will just have to accept it, to make you happy.”

Jieun was slightly happy that Sehun accepted her feelings but upset that she hurt her best friend.

Jieun decided to walk home alone – the park was close to her house. *At least things are soughted out with Sehun…kind of. Now I have to deal with Jungkook. What should I tell him? I need to find out if I have feelings for this guy but what if he doesn’t return the feelings? Why is love difficult? *

When she was walking down the path, 3 boys bumped into her. They didn’t look too happy. They are high school students judging by their uniforms. They looked about the same age.

“YAH! Watch where you are going!” the first guy said.

“She’s really pretty. From Seoul High School I see, a rich school?” the second guy said.

“What are you doing out here walking alone. It’s pretty dangerous.” The third guy said and winked at her.

She was getting uncomfortable. She tried walking away but the second guy grabbed on her shoulder stopping Jieun.

“You are going nowhere. Stay with us. We’re going to a club.”

“Anniyo gwenchaena. I’ll be leaving.” She was getting nervous and very uncomfortable to the point she really needed help. She wished Sehun was here beside her. He would protect her not letting anyone touch her or talk to her.

On the other side the street, a person saw what was happening and ran to save her. The person kicked their butts, grabbed her hand holding it tight and ran as fast as they could.

“Thankyou for saving me their Jungkook. If it weren’t for you I’d be at the club. That isn’t for me – the whole partying thing.”

“It’s all good. At least you are fine that’s all.”

“How did you know I needed help?”

“I usually do walks around this time. Helps me clear my mind and think about life. While I was walking, I heard someone struggling and guy voices. When I hear that, it is bad news. I tried to get closer and found that it was you. I’m your friend after all aren’t I?”

“Yeah...Friend…Do you like anyone? More than a friend way?”

“Uh…yes I do.” Jungkook blurted out.

“Who? Do I know this person?” Jieun curious as always.

“Yes. I’m not telling who.” Jungkook replied.

“Are you always this curious?”

“I like to know things. I don’t like when people lie and keep secrets from me.”

“What about you? Do you like anyone?” Jungkook asking back.

“I’m not sure. I think I do but this person may not return the same feelings if I do like him. The thing I don’t like most is to get hurt or other people close to me getting hurt. I feel like it’s my fault.”

Jungkook was surprised a person like Jieun was feeling like this. His heart was beating fast. He liked her more than a friend. He realized it now, his heart belongs to Jieun. He hopes she returns the same feelings.

Authors note:  LONG CHAPTER!!! It’s been more than a week since I’ve updated. I miss writing. I will be back from my vacation in a few days and get lots of rest from jetlag. I’ve been reading lots of fanfics lately J

ENJOY!!!