Taking a cold shower to help calm my racing thoughts, I couldn't believe I was so stupid to do that. What was I thinking? Groaning as I changed into my rose gold colored floral sun dress and I started to feel jittery. Would he like this dress? Stopping myself, I couldn't believe I had subconsciously asked myself that. Why would I care if Mino liked this dress? I never once cared about the way I looked when it came to him. Shaking my head, my thoughts were overshadowed with replays of that kiss we shared. Over analyzing what happened earlier, I didn't pay much attention to the knock at my door. "Come in," I called over my shoulder as I began brushing out my hair. 

Jiyong stepped into my room, grinning over at me through the reflection of the mirror, "Hey." Stopping what I was doing, I stood awaiting what he had to say. "Look, I'm so sorry I hit you. I will never do that again. There is no excuse for my poor behavior. I just wanted to come let you know that I truly am sorry." Inwardly sighing I didn't know what to say. I would be lying if I said that I forgave him fully. "Please, say something..." 

"What do you want me to say," I asked wanting this conversation over with already. 

He frowned deeply as he shrugged, "I don't know, the truth?" 

"The truth," I repeated as I thought on it. "You hurt me and I'm not just talking about physically. No, you ing broke my heart and betrayed my trust. Is that what you want to hear?! You as a brother," I spat, knowing very well that last part wasn't true. Stopping myself before I started spouting out insults I didn't mean, I pressed my lips tightly together and pushed past him.

Walking out past the crowds of people wandering around the house, I paused to look around to see if Mino was in sight. Not seeing him, I made my way towards the barn and was in awe at how beautifully decorated it was. It was brightly lit with an amazing memorial wall dedicated to my mother. My chest tightened at such a wonderful set up, I wanted to thank the person as I ventured in further to see the creatively set up. Nodding to some of the helpers doing the finishing touches, I heard that familiar laughter. The laughter that was making my stomach do flips as I courageously walked towards it. Rounding the corner, my heart dropped seeing Mino with his back against the barn wall with Chaerin pressed against him kissing. Wow, my luck is really ty. Turning to leave, I couldn't believe it. Mindlessly finding myself at my mother's burial place, I sat underneath the tree to hide my presence. Feeling the sting of my hot tears, I couldn't believe that I was so stupid. So naive to think that a small kiss would mean anything. I thought he ing liked me? Maybe he wasn't really thinking straight...

"Mom," a feminine voice squeaked. Startling me out of my pitiful thoughts, I looked and was surprised to see Dara. She giggled sadly, "I can't believe I finally said it, even though you told me to call you that so many times." She sighed as she continued, "I hope you like the decorations I arranged for your celebration tonight. I really put my heart and soul into it." Seeing Dara cry for my mother was touching. "You know, I told you Minzy wouldn't like me. I even told your son and now look. We are in such a mess. I don't think she will ever forgive me..." 

"No, I can't forgive you for our past," I spoke up, feeling that her conversation with my mom was getting a little too personal for me to evesdrop on. 

"Minzy," Dara gasped as I stood and walked into view. 

I nodded as I stared at the girl that caused me so much trouble and pain through out my whole youth. I could see how sad she really was that my mother was gone and that helped soften me a little, just a little. "Thank you for your beautiful decorations. My mother would have loved it." 

"I...it was my honor," she grinned proudly. "I really did love your mother." 

"I'm grateful," I honestly said as I looked to the dirt below. 

"Minzy, I'm sorry for being such a growing up. Though you can't forgive me, just know I really am sorry," she said regretfully. 

"Because you want to be with my brother," I eyed her suspiciously.

"Partly and because your mother taught me to love not only her but you as well. Spending time with your family, especially your mother, her eyes always lit up every time she spoke about you. Your family's words about you were full of love and I soon learned to care for you as well. It might not make any sense to you, but I do care for you Minzy and sincerely wish the best for you," Dara spoke softly with a small smile. 

How do you respond to such an odd response from someone who has been your life long enemy? "Umm...well...thanks again for what you did for my mother's celebration. I hope you have a good night." Nodding, I took my leave to allow her some privacy and especially because I had no freaking idea what to say to that. Shaking my head, I moved back to my house and plopped onto the front porch. Grateful to hear that everyone had moved into the barn with the loud laughter and cheering echoing, I propped my arms onto my knees and let out a heavy sigh. 

"What's a pretty girl like you got to sigh like that about," a familiar voice spoke up making my neck snap. Gasping as I saw Bobby giving me a knowing smile, I couldn't help but gleefully cheer as I jumped up and rushed into his arms. 

"You stupid ," I cried as I crushed against him. "I thought you couldn't make it." 

"I missed you too," he laughed as he spun me around. Not letting him go, I looked up to see that smiling face that had me feeling lighter. "I rearranged my schedule to make it to the celebration at the very least." 

"I ing love you," I let out a sigh of relief. 

"You better, after all I am your best friend," he rolled his eyes as if stating the obvious. Yes he was indeed my best friend. Well my most recent best friend. I like to refer to him as my city best friend. We had met and instantly become best of friends. We also dated off and on throughout the years and agreed that our healthiest relationship was to remain as best friends. He was my constant through my ups and downs in the city life and even now he remains that way. "Where have you been? I have been here for a little while and feel a little out of place." 

I shrugged, "I was just looking around, making sure everything was in place." 

"Well you better protect me from everybody, they're all giving me weird looks," he nodded and I followed his gaze to see Mino standing from afar watching our interactions. 

Mino stood cold and giving me a look of disapproval. A look that he had no right to give me at this very moment. Rolling my eyes at the hypocrite, I linked my arm with Bobby and led him into the barn. I hated how everyone stared. It was obvious that everyone was curious as all eyes were set on us as we walked in. Why must it always be like this in our pathetically small town? Taking courage with each stride, I led him first to my father. My father was quickly on his feet as I introduced Bobby to him. Father looked him up and down as he cautiously extended his hand out to him before Bobby offered him a deep bow. Father appeared to ease up a bit as he then met Jiyong who was also cautious of his interactions with Bobby. 

Humiliated by how awkwardly stiff my family was with Bobby, I led him to an empty table. "Oh my...I am so sorry..." 

", I think your family hates. Them with everyone in this town," Bobby said wiping the sweat from his brow. 

Frowning, knowing very well it was just the culture of our town, I reached out and gave his arm an encouraging squeeze, "Sorry, they aren't too open to new comers. It's a really, really small town, everyone knows everyone." 

"It's fine," Bobby offered a small smile as if telling me that he understood. Grateful, I noticed that everyone started getting up and dancing to the music. Grinning, I took the chance to help ease the tension as I pulled Bobby up onto his feet. Dragging him out into the open space filling with everyone dancing around. I couldn't help but laugh as Bobby reminded me of just how much he really couldn't dance. Shaking my head, I took his hands and pulled him close. Wrapping my arms around his shoulders, I leaned against him and swayed as he placed his hands onto my hips. No matter the type of music, this was our go to moves. This was the only way I could get Bobby to dance with me in the clubs. 

"Can we cut in," Dara spoke up with Mino standing next to her. 

Before Bobby or I had a chance to answer, he was pulled away by Dara to dance, leaving Mino and I standing unsure and awkward. "Uh...I guess we should dance," he questioned as he held his hand out to me. 

I in turn folded my arms over my chest as the searing memory of him kissing Chaerin burned through my mind, "Are you sure you want to dance with me? There isn't someone else you want to be dancing with?" 

"What," he looked at me confused as if he didn't know exactly who I was referring to. "No, there isn't." 

Scoffing at him playing dumb, I couldn't believe him, "Really Mino?!"

"Look, I don't know what you're talking about, but if you want to go back to your little city boyfriend..." 

Shaking my head, I glared at him for trying to turn the tables on me, "Don't even start with me! You know what I'm talking about!" Huffing out in frustration, I didn't like how he was being such a child about this. "You know what, I don't even know why we're arguing. Just go back to Chaerin." 

"What? What are you talking about," he growled. 

"Mino, I'm not stupid. I saw you two kissing earlier today," I shot right back. Seeing the shock followed by guilt was all the conformation I needed, "Like I said, go back to Chaerin since that's who you really want." 

"Hey, is everything okay over here," Bobby appeared by my side, wrapping an arm around my waist and pullling me close to him as if to shield me. 

"Take your hands off of her," Mino spoke through gritted teeth. 

Bobby gripped tighter on my waist and I knew what that meant, his temper was starting to rise. "Bobby let's go. I wanna go," I begged as I tried to tug him away. 

"Yeah, let's get out of here," Bobby hissed as he turned to follow my lead. 

But before we could move, Bobby was yanked back and punched square in the jaw. "Mino," I shouted as the two began fighting. Punches were thrown left and right as they went tumbling down onto the ground. "Bobby let's just go," I tried to shout to either of them to get their attention. To no avail, my cries fell upon deaf ears as they continued the brawl. 

It wasn't until my father and Jiyong had jumped in and pulled the two a part that they had finally stopped. Both huffing, as I was quick to move towards Bobby noticing his bloody lip. "," I hissed as I wrapped my arm around his waist and let him hang his arm around my shoulders for support. 

"I said...take your...hands off of her..." Mino heaved. 

"Mino I don't think your girlfriend would appreciate you openly trying to go after someone else," I huffed as I continued to walk away with Bobby. 

"She's not my girlfriend," Mino roared. "It's always been you," he called after me. 

"Has it," I stopped as I looked over at him. He nodded quickly as he looked at me through pleading eyes. "Then did you or did you not kiss Chaerin earlier today?" Mino stood frozen as he dropped his gaze. 

"You kissed Chaerin," Dara said in disbelief. Everyone shot accusing looks over at the now mute Mino, allowing me and Bobby time to exit the now ruined celebration. 

"," I pouted as I began to dress Bobby's new found scrapes and bruises. "You must be in so much pain." 

Bobby took hold of my hands to stop what I was doing to look him in his eyes. He looked at me as if he felt guilty, "You must be in so much pain. I'm sorry I haven't been here the past few days to be by your side." 

"It's okay," I waved off his sentiment, though deep down I was grateful for it. "I wasn't really in the mood to celebrate anyways." 

"Sorry I ruined your mother's celebration," he frowned. "And now I have to leave you in a little while to catch my flight back for my big presentation. Maybe I can try to convince my boss to push the presentation back..."

"No," I shook my head. As much as I wanted Bobby to be here, I couldn't be selfish and make him stay. He had been working on this presentation for the past year. It was his big break if the deal went through, I couldn't have him risk his career for my sake. "You need to go and do that presenation you hear me? You deserve this moment and I won't let you miss it." 

Seeing the torn look in his eyes, I smiled as I hugged him. "How about you just come with me then? The both of us can ditch this place." 

As tempting as it was, I had one more thing left to do for my mother's funeral, "I wish I could, believe me. But I need to do one more thing before I leave." 

"Fine," he pouted cutely. "It's your loss." 

"Yeah it is," I giggled as he howled like a dog when I wiped at his scrape. 

"Well until my ride gets here, how about you tell me what has been going on the past few days or at the very least why I ended up getting in a fight in the first place," Bobby gave me an accusing look. Grinning as I watched him hiss as I pressed a rag onto his cut lip, I began to tell him about my ty luck since being back home. 

"Whoa your home life sounds like a drama," Bobby teased as he walked towards the taxi. "Are you sure you don't want to run away with me?" 

Hugging him tightly, I shook my head. "No," I found myself saying more to convince myself. It would be so much easier. 

Waving at Bobby, as he left in the taxi. I stood watching as he disappeared down the road. I couldn't lie that I feel a little sad. Sitting in the quiet night, due to the fight from earlier. I was grateful that the fight had helped end the celebration early. This meant peace and freaking quiet, I sighed. Staring up at the sky, it was crystal clear with the stars and big full moon. Wondering which star was my mother, my attention was pulled to the footsteps approaching. Coughing a laugh at my luck, it was none other than Mino.