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CHAPTER 137
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Eight years ago
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I ran my way towards the bathroom when I heard a banging noise and a girl’s voice yelling for some help. I followed the noise and turned, finding the door and trying to open it but it was locked. I kicked the door open giving all my strength and there I saw Mark on top of Yoo-Mi who was struggling from his hold.“What the fuck?” I yelled and wasted no time as I kicked hard on Mark’s face. I saw Yoo-Mi’s head lifted and her eyes locked on mine. My jaw immediately clenched and my insides twisted with rage when I saw the blood on her lips.My eyes traveled down and saw her tank top ripped and a feeling I can only describe as fucking murder crossed me.I turned to Mark and lunged him, grabbing his collar as I punched him repeatedly, throwing all the rage and anger inside me, punching him over and over until he was unconscious. This prick needs to get what he deserved.I heard a whimper acrossRelated chapters
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JOSH’s POVI heaved a heavy sigh as I remembered the past.The blinds were still closed as my eyes fluttered open, tears gathered in their corners. There wasn’t a sliver of sunlight beaming across the room. it must be overcast today. Dark, grey clouds, biting cool breeze, maybe a dusting of snow.I felt her arm before I remembered she’s sleeping beside me. My heart sank in my chest.Yoo-Mi.Slowly, I turned over to look at her. Beautiful face, her brown hair messy, but that didn’t lessen her angelic beauty. Her mouth slightly open, her lips were red, her arm holding onto me, her shallow breaths were soothing and sobering.I pulled the blanket over her and covered her almost naked body, placing a long kiss on top of her head before going inside the bathroom.The water was warm cascading on my back, my hands on the cold tiles. My eyes were closed and my head bowed down.It took only a moment but I realized the water w
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JOSH’s POVYoo-Mi’s eyes widened—she clearly hasn’t expected the question to come out from my mouth. But I’m serious about it.I’m ready to become Honey’s father, to take full responsibility for being her dad. And I can’t wait for her to call me daddy.My pulse quickened as I waited for her answer.I’m pretty sure that Honey wanted it ever since, and I only want Yoo-Mi’s approval.Is it too early to do this?“Yes.”That answer startled me, making me abruptly halt. Yoo-Mi stopped too, and I stared at her, into her eyes searching for the truth.“Did you just say---““Yes Josh,” she smiled and my heart was filled with bliss.Honey can call me daddy now! Yes! Yes!“Yoo-Mi…”“Uncle Josh—I mean daddy, if mom repeats the answer again, you’re dead!” Honey muttered behind me, surprising me.
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LIA’s POVIt wasn’t a secret in the school that Yoon Jeonghan and Kim Yoo-Mi were a thing. Yoo-Mi, Josh, and I were classmates but not that close. Sometimes I go with them, sometimes I don’t because I had other groups of friends. They were the best of friends and I wonder how could Josh hide his feelings when it was so obvious that he liked Yoo-Mi.When the result of the final exam came, I and Ara organized an outing where we can celebrate and enjoy ourselves for passing our toughest examination. We asked Yoo-Mi and Josh to join us and they agreed to go.We went to Songdo beach, enjoyed swimming and partying, playing different kinds of games. But the last game that we had played was the flip, sip, or strip.At first, it was fun, but when I noticed that Mark was cheating, I almost quit the game.I liked Jeonghan at first but he liked Yoo-Mi. He never noticed me. I know I wasn’t beautiful, I had resigned myself to it. I was big-boned, l
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YOO-MI’s POV“So, care to tell me what is it?” I asked waiting for Lia’s answer.She took a deep breath and spoke. “I-I am not in the position to tell you Yoo-Mi,” she paused, looking away. “It was a surprise, but don’t worry dear, you’ll love it.”I wanted to believe her words but I don’t know why I felt nervous, I know something’s not right.I smiled faintly, “Okay, I’ll just wait for Josh to tell me the surprise then.”Lia left and I started to get changed. I was zipping up my dress when I heard the door behind me open and when I looked over my shoulder, Lia was standing there watching me with narrowed eyes. “Lia?”“Oh, let me help you with that.” her expression changed in a blink, and helped me slide the dress on and zipped it up.I thanked her and she got herself ready. She wore her black hair in a low bun and wore an off-the-shoul
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YOO-MI’s POVMurmurs filled the room and we made our way to the stage to join Josh’s parents. I looked over the crowd and I saw mom and Honey sitting at the table just in front of the stage. My daughter waved at me and blew me a kiss. I waved back at her and smiled widely, mouthing I love you to both of them.I spared a glance at Josh’s parents, maintaining the smile on my face and their warm smile melted my heart.I noticed the women in the room followed Josh’s every move. His presence alone demanded attention, but his looks attracted women and probably some men like a fly to honey.“As you know, my son took over the company about 3 years ago and has made it prosper ever since.” A round of applause echoed around the room. Mr. Hong put a hand up to hush them down. “Needless to say Melanie and I are incredibly proud of our son. But, when we thought we couldn’t be any prouder, Josh brings this beautiful woman into our
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