Chapter 17

We all run to the fight scene and we see Jacky and Sylvie grabbing each other's hair.

Ye-Jin: Stella come here!

Stella: You don't need to tell me... you go grab Sylvie, I got Jacky.

We both run over to the scene and separate them.

Ye-Jin: What the hell is going on!

Sylvie: She tried to kiss Joey!

I turn to Jacky...

Ye-Jin: I don't think I made this clear... I already told you to stay away from my family. Isn't it bad that you broke his heart years ago? Why are you torturing him?

Jacky: I just wanted to remind him of what he was missing.

Sylvie: You…

Sylvie was about to yell at her again.

But before she could, I interrupted her.

Ye-Jin: Look, we are not here to fight. We just want to be normal high schoolers and have a normal life, so please just leave us alone.

Jacky: Lemme ask you one thing.

She comes closer to me.

Jacky: Are your parents finally with you or are you still living alone?

I froze... I couldn't move. I could say I am a very strong person and that nothing really breaks me...except for the topic of my parents.

And because Jacky has been with me since kindergarten, she knows all the trouble I've been through with my parents.

I felt very lonely at school and when I met Jacky, she made me feel like I was the most important person ever, well that was until she changed into a different person.

To this day, I don't know why she changed.

Stella: Girl, that is so mean!

Jacky comes even closer.

Jacky: I will torture you and everyone you love as you did to me.

Ye-Jin: What are you talking about?

Jacky: You think you are so superior because you are rich! You stole everything away from me!

Ye-Jin: Huh? I never stole anything from you!

Jacky: You stole Joey from me!

Ye-Jin: How can I steal my own brother?

Jacky: He was always with you! He even missed my dance performance because you were "sick". He completely forgets about me when it comes to you.

Stella: Look here girl, I don't know what happened between you guys, but I can tell you that Ye-Jin has only one family left to take care of her and that is Joey.

I was shocked, I did not expect Stella to stand up for me. Maybe she isn't a bad person after all.

I see Joey stepping in front of me and facing Jacky.

Joey: Out of all the people, I thought you would understand our situation. I was the only family she had back then. And you know that too!

Jacky: She stole you from me!

Ye-Jin: How the heck can I steal him! Do you know how stupid you sound right now? He is my brother for god sake!

Joey: I never expected this from you, Jacky.

Jacky: Well I don't care! I will show what hell looks like! I will show you what I felt from the day I met you!

She tells me that and walks away.

Jason comes up to me and gives me a big hug.

He breaks the hug and wipes the tears from my eyes.

I didn't understand why he was wiping my face at first but then I understood why.

I unconsciously had tears coming out of my eyes.

Joey: She still hurts you doesn't she?

Ye-Jin: I guess she does.

**Time Skip**

It's the end of the day and I was waiting for Jordan next to his car.

After waiting for 20 minutes, he walks with his headphones like some models.

Jordan: Hey babes!

I roll my eyes and enter the car.

Ye-Jin: Why were you so late?

Jordan: My fans would not leave me alone. I am too demanding these days.

Ye-Jin: Tell me the real reason!

Jordan: I was finishing a test.

Ye-Jin: Aah, there we go, that is more like it.

Jordan and I arrive at the house and there is a car present in the driveway.

Ye-Jin: Did my dad tell you that we were going to meet someone today?

Jordan: No... let's see who it is.

We get out of the car and enter the house.

I walk inside and see my mom and dad sitting in the living room.

Ye-Jin: You guys are back!

I run to them and was about to hug them.

*SLAP*

My dad stands up and slaps me.

Dad: Do you think I am a fool!

Ye-Jin: Dad...

Dad: Did you think I wouldn't find out?

Ye-Jin: Dad what are you talking about?

Dad: What was Jason doing here with chocolates!

Ye-Jin: Dad let me explain...

Dad: Oh really? Explain after seeing this!

He shows the video where Jason is in front of our house holding a box of chocolates.

Ye-Jin: Dad... it's not what you think...

Dad: Oh really, please explain.

Ye-Jin: He was just getting me some essentials that I ran out of...

Dad: And why did Jordan not get them for you?

Jordan: I was at her reach at the moment.

Dad: And what were those essentials?

Ye-Jin: Pads...

Dad: And what were the chocolates for?

Ye-Jin: They are for cramps...

Dad: Ok fine... both of you guys, go to your rooms...mom and I will go back abroad on the next flight.

Jordan and I were going upstairs and I hear my mom talking to my dad

Mom: See you had nothing to worry about, she is your daughter.

Dad: I just don't want her to turn out like her brother...

**Time Skip**

My parents left a few hours ago while I was studying.

It's now 8 pm and I didn't eat anything after coming back from school.

I walk down to the kitchen and dug through the fridge to see if I have anything to eat.

I found ingredients for kimchi fried rice.

Jordan: Mmmh! Something smells so good...How did you know I was hungry?

Ye-Jin: This is for me...If you are hungry make something yourself.

Jordan: I'm hungry! Food! Food! Jinnie I want food!

Ye-Jin: Yes Yes I heard you... Here...

I hand him a plate of kimchi fried rice I made.

Jordan: Mmm food...

I made a plate for myself and sat in-front of Jordan.

Jordan: How do you think your dad got the video...?

Ye-Jin: I don't know but I think I know who took it.

Jordan: Who do you think it is?

Ye-Jin: Jacky...

Jordan: Gosh, I really don't know what her problem is.

Ye-Jin: Me neither... hopefully, this will all end soon. But honestly, I am not scared. Jason and I have been very careful.

Jordan: Yeah you guys have been careful, but don't you think you both are being too careful? It doesn't even look like you guys are a couple.

Ye-Jin: Yeah, but I can't take any risks, if my dad finds out, I will get kicked out of the house. And I can't live without my parents…I love them too much

Jordan: I am just saying that, if you don't show any affection for him, people could take advantage of that, and Jason could also think that you don't love him anymore. And you've lived without your parents your entire life...

Ye-Jin: But I knew, they would come back. I can't afford to lose them.

Jordan: But you can't afford to lose him either can you?

Ye-Jin: Are you making me choose one?

Jordan: No, I am making you aware that if you don't show love to Jason, he might take it in the wrong way. I am hoping you understand.

With that, he walks away.

**Next Day**

**Cafeteria**

I got food and walked over to our table but no one was present. So I sat down and ate my food.

Jacky walks up to the table with her food and sits in front of me

Jacky: What happened Ye-Jin? Did everyone finally leave you?

Ye-Jin: No, I just don't know where everyone is.

Just then Noah calls me.

Noah: Hey where are you?

Ye-Jin: I am at our table...where are you guys.

Noah: We are in the dance room... I thought someone told you.

Ye-Jin: No one texted me... well, I'm on my way...

I end the call and get up to leave.

Jacky: Where are you going...

Ye-Jin: I am done eating and unlike you, I have people waiting for me...

I leave and walk to the dance room.

And I see all of them sitting in a circle.

Ye-Jin: Hey guys, what are you doing here?

Jason walks up to me and kisses me on the forehead.

Jason: We wanted to be out of all those crowds and just have lunch peacefully.

I smile and look up at him.

Ye-Jin: I really like that.

Jason: Come on let's go sit down...

We walk up to the rest of the group and sit down.

Jason picks me up and sits me in front of him and I rest my head on his chest.

Ye-Jin: I love you...

Jason: Why all of a sudden...?

Ye-Jin: I just... love you...that's it. Do I need a reason to tell you?

Jason: No... I love you too.

Ye-Jin: Do you want to go on a date tomorrow?

Jason: What really? Are you sure?

Ye-Jin: Yeah, I've realized that we have never had a real date.

Jason: I would love to go on a date with you. But how are you going to get away with the cameras?

Ye-Jin: I will act like I am going to dance practice and go to Joey's house to change and you can pick me up there.

Jason: Okay, I will pick you up at 8.

Ye-Jin: I can't wait.

I smile and give him a kiss.

I look over to Jordan and he looks at me with a proud brother smile on his face.

**In The Car**

Ye-Jin: Why didn't you tell me that we were supposed to meet up in the dance room for lunch

Jordan: Oh sorry, I completely forgot, Sophie had some problem at her house so I was thinking about that.

Ye-Jin: Aah ok...I hope everything is fine...

Jordan: Anyway what were you and Jason talking about at lunch?

Ye-Jin: I asked him if he wants to go on a date with me tomorrow.

Jordan: I see you understood what I said.

Ye-Jin: I love both my dad and Jason. But I really don't want to lose Jason.

Jordan: Well I am glad that you are not hurting your heart.

**Friday After School**

I come back home from school and start getting ready for tonight's date.

I wear sweats and a crop top and pack my bag with the dress and shoes I am going to wear for the date.

Jordan: You getting ready for your date?

Ye-Jin: Yep!

We walk to the front door.

Jordan: What should I tell your dad if he calls me?

Ye-Jin: Tell him that I went to practice for my solo.

Jordan: Ok got it now go have fun on your date...

Ye-Jin: Bye bye...

**Time Skip**

I walk up to Joey's house and open the door.

Once I walk in I see something I didn't want to see.

Ye-Jin: Aah No! My eyes!

Joey and Sylvie jump apart and look at me.

Joey: Don't you know how to knock Jinnie?!

Ye-Jin: You were the one who gave me the key!

Joey: Anyway, why are you here?

Ye-Jin: I told you that I would get ready for my date here...

Joey: Oh yeah, sorry I forgot.

Ye-Jin: Yeah I can tell.

Sylvie comes up to me and links her arm with mine.

Sylvie: Let's go get you ready...

We finish getting ready and I walk into the living room.

And I see Jason sitting on the couch waiting for me.

Jason: Wow... you look...angelic.

Ye-Jin: Thank you... all the credit goes to Sylvie.

Jason: Shall we go now?

**Restaurant**

We were having a normal conversation while waiting for our food.

Ye-Jin: Aah I am so hungry...

Jason: When are you not.

Ye-Jin: Never... my love for food is unstoppable.

Jason: Sometimes I feel like you love food more than me.

Ye-Jin: Sorry to break it to you babe but I do love food more than you.

Jason shakes his head while laughing.

Jason: Hey I have to go to the bathroom for a sec... don't miss me too much.

While Jason was gone, I hear a ding so I check if it is from my phone but I didn't get anything.

I look over at where Jason is sitting and I see he got a notification.

I see who it is and it is from Stella.

Stella- Can't wait to see you, tomorrow baby. Miss you!