While everyone was still deep in their sleep, Chaeyoung pulled her luggage and boarded the taxi. Chaeyoung hates tearful goodbyes. She left a note on the table and bade farewell to everyone. She did not know why either but this time, her heart felt too heavy to leave.

Chaeyoung looked back one last time before entering the departure hall. A part of her wishes that she had explained things clearly to Junghoon but maybe, this could have been a better ending for both of them. A relationship ended before it could even begin. Probably the shortest relationship ever in history.

Chaeyoung checked her phone again one last time to see if Junghoon had read her message. Although she had already expected it to be the same outcome, she cannot help but sigh. “You probably no longer wanted anything to do with me. I guess it’s really the end. We should never have started. I was wrong.” She pressed the ‘block’ button before switching off her phone and boarded the flight.

It was 8 in the morning. Taehyung fell asleep on the chair right next to Jungkook’s bed in the hospital. All of sudden, he was awakened by a scream. “STOPP!” Jungkook sprang up from his bed. His clothes were soaked from sweating profusely. “Where am I?” Jungkook scanned his surroundings.

“You’re finally awake.” Taehyung hugged him tightly. “You should have known better than to fight with thugs who want money. Next time, just give it to them.”

Jungkook stared at Taehyung, confused. “I fought with who?”

“Hyosin hyung told us some guys tried to rob you but you fought with them instead. They had a knife too.” Taehyung poured some water and gave it to Jungkook who was gasping for air. “Don’t try to be a hero next time. You’re a normal human being after all. You should thank God you’re not deeply hurt but you did sleep for a long time.”

“How long have I been asleep for?” Jungkook gulped down his water. Taehyung scratches his head, “I believe it’s almost a week? I should go find the doctor now and inform everyone you’re awake.” Taehyung leaves the room.

“One week? C-chaeyoung, she must be worried sick about me.” Jungkook got off his bed and began ransacking the room for his phone. At last, he found his phone in one of the drawers and turned it on. Thousands of messages started pouring in but Jungkook only focused on finding Chaeyoung’s message. As expected, Chaeyoung had left him a long message.

“Junghoon-ah, I really don’t know where you are. Will you let me know if you are fine? I know you are mad at me but at least tell me if you are doing fine. It kills me not to know your condition after that night.”

“I have to leave. Maybe we are not fated for each other after all. I’ll take the hint. I’ll leave your life forever.”

Jungkook wasted no time and dialed her number but to no avail. “Is she already on the plane?” Jungkook wonders. He was feeling anxious but he cannot do anything about it. Jungkook stood up to find her but his back was hurting so badly from the stitches. Just then, Taehyung came back with the doctor and a nurse along when he saw Jungkook trying to leave.

“Where do you think you are going?” Taehyung rushed to support Jungkook who was still weak. Jungkook grabbed the doctor’s hand and begged, “I would like to be discharged now.”

“It’s a good thing that you are awake but you still have to nurse your wounds. If it reopens, there might be an infection.” the doctor advised. “Why are you in a rush to get discharged anyways?” Taehyung asked, not being able to understand what was weighing on the youngest’s mind. “I have something to do. Hyung, please.” Jungkook pleads. Taehyung sighed, “I’m sorry, I can’t be on your side for this.”

The doctor leaves right after giving Jungkook a check up. Taehyung grabbed a seat and sat next to Jungkook. “Hyosin hyung is coming soon. I’ll stay here until hyung comes and takes over from me. You are not going anywhere especially under our supervision. If you need anything, just tell us.”

Jungkook turned his head the other way. He knew he could not get past either Taehyung nor Hyosin. He had to think of other ways to get to Chaeyoung. Two hours have passed by Hyosin has not yet arrived. Taehyung felt the need to go to the washroom desperately. Jungkook just observes him as he pretends not to feel urgent. “I won’t leave. Just go to the toilet.” Jungkook assured.

“I would be an idiot if I believe you. You’re known to be very sneaky and persistent. I shall WAIT.” Taehyung pretended to be calm but deep inside he could feel himself almost peeing in his pants. “Up to you then.” Jungkook shrugged as he continued to play with his phone.

Minutes later, Hyosin came with a basket of fruits from the company. “Hyung,” Taehyung heaved a sigh of relief, “I have to go to the toilet. I’ll be back because I have something to tell you.” Taehyung bolts out from the room. “Sure,” Hyosin placed the fruit basket on the table. “Why would he wait for me?”

Jungkook waited for his chance. He knew Taehyung had been staring at him the whole day and did not take a chance to tell Hyosin what happened. Jungkook knew if he were to ask Hyosin what happened, he would not be allowed to take a step out of the room too.

“Hyung.” Jungkook called, “Can you buy for me some fruit juice? I really feel like drinking it.” Hyosin opened up the fruit basket and put them on a plate, “there’s a lot of fruits here. Just eat it and not drink it.” Jungkook bit his lips, “Please, I’ve been lying down here for several days. You can say that I am craving for it. I’ll love you forever.”

“Fine, I’ll go get your drink after Taehyung comes back.” Hyosin was about to sit on the chair when Jungkook stopped him. “Hyung is doing a big business so he will not be back anytime soon. I’m dying of thirst, just help me and buy now.” Jungkook insisted.

Hyosin gave up and gave in, “fine. I’ll get your drink. Tell Taehyung that.” Jungkook smiles and nods, “hurry back!” The minute Hyosin left, Jungkook grabbed his jacket and changed his shoes. Before anyone could come back, Jungkook had already left.

Jungkook pulled up the zippers so that it covers his mouth too and boarded the taxi. His hand was constantly touching his injured back. It hurts bur he held on. He directed the taxi driver to drive to Chaeyoung’s house.

Meanwhile, Taehyung came back to find an empty ward. At the same time, Hyosin came back with three cups of fruit juice for the three of them but sees Taehyung looking anxious.

“Where’s Jungkook?” Hyosin asked Taehyung. “YOU LEFT HIM ALONE?!” Taehyung’s face turned pale, “HOW COULD YOU LEAVE HIM ALONE?!” Taehyung ran his fingers on his hair and dialed Jungkook’s number but it was engaged.

“What’s going on?” Hyosin went to Taehyung in a daze, “He told me to get fruit juice for him. Did he go to the toilet?” Taehyung was getting worried, “He’s been wanting to leave since he woke up today. I wanted to tell you to keep an eye on him since his wound might reopen but-” Taehyung groans in frustration.

“Let’s split up.” Hyosin suggested, “we’ll keep in touch by phone.” Taehyung nodded in agreement and they both went their separate ways to find Jungkook.

“I’m sorry, I think something is wrong with my taxi.” the taxi driver apologised to Jungkook. “I will not charge you for this ride. You might have to get down and call for another taxi”

Jungkook alighted from the taxi and tried to hail for another to no avail. It was still at least another fifteen minutes ride before he could reach her house. Anxious, he decided to walk down the road to her house.

The walk to Chaeyoung’s house was twice a car ride. After a long walk, Jungkook finally arrived at Park’s residence. By then he was so worn out, his back hurt more than before. For the sake of Chaeyoung, he continued walking even if it took an entire day. He limped his way to the entrance to find a woman watering the plants outside the house. “Excuse me..” said Jungkook, panting.

Mrs Park turned around to find a man with a weird outfit style and face half covered looking at her. “Are you looking for somebody?” asked Mrs Park. She put down the jug of water and walked to Jungkook, “are you alright?”

“I’m fine. I just would like to know if Chaeyoung is home.” Jungkook moved backwards in case Mrs Park recognised him. “Ah, are you her friend? I’ve never met you before. Chaeyoung left for Singapore this morning. Did she not tell you?” Mrs Park looked concerned.

“Ah, really? It’s okay then. Thank you. Sorry for the inconvenience.” Jungkook bowed and turned to leave. Mrs Park gasped in shock, “Young man, your back is bleeding!” She was about to help him but Jungkook turned to bow again before walking away.

His lips looked paler than before and he was highly dehydrated. Jungkook walked out of the Park’s residence dejectedly. He walked and walked, not knowing where exactly to go now. He cannot possibly just catch a flight to Singapore and chase after her.

“Is this really the end?” He asked himself. “Jungkook-ah.” a voice called out to him but his vision was getting blurry. Jungkook dropped to the floor. He cared less whether someone recognised him on the street. Hyosin unbuckled his safety belt and ran out of the car to Jungkook.

Frightened by the amount of blood on his clothes, Hyosin carried Jungkook back to his car. Out of anxiousness, Hyosin stepped hard on the pedal. Jungkook regained consciousness in the car halfway to the hospital. A tear rolled down his cheeks, “Why did she have to be so cruel till the very end and left me without a proper goodbye? She still owes me an explanation.”

You’re awake!” Hyosin looked through the mirror to see Jungkook just staring into space. “Are you in pain or anything? We’ll be reaching the hospital soon enough.” Jungkook looked out of the window, devastated to say a word.

Three months had passed since the incident. Jungkook rejoined the group for another world tour right after recovering. Despite being advised to rest for another couple of months, Jungkook ignored everybody including Namjoon. Only Hyosin knew what was going on but he could not tell anybody about it.

Jungkook constantly pestered Hyosin about what truly happened after he out that day but Hyosin kept his lip tight. Hyosin insist