Start Up Vol.2

Chapter 1

"Ms. Yoon, I hope that you understand my reason for not taking up that investment proposal." said Jipyeong.

He was referring to the proposal to invest in CheongMyeong company. He believed that even without him, they are able to progress and make better decisions for the future.

Also, Jipyeong needed his own time to recover and most importantly get over Seo Dalmi, his first love.

Ms. Yoon respected his decision and let him being a mentor at Sandbox.

Jipyeong was on his way back to his office when he saw Dosan & Dalmi. He was slightly caught off guard.

"Han-timjangnim." Dalmi was smiling at usual.

"We've heard from Ms.Yoon that you are staying here as a mentor. We were wishing if you could be our investor and work together closely." Dosan turned and looked at Dalmi, as if waiting for her affirmation. Dalmi casually nodded.

"I'm sure both of you are experienced enough to fly on your own. With my experiences, I hope to help those people who has yet to develop their wings." Jipyeong gave an assuring smile. Dosan also nodded in agreement. "No matter what, never stop learning."

He excused himself.

"Ah, Han-timjangnim, our wedding will be held next month. We wish to invite you to come..."

"Ah, Sandbox is launching this year's hackathon this coming month. I'm not sure if I can come. I'll try..." he nervously clenched his fist tightly.

"Park Dong Cheon, I'm going on a short break. Anything, please handle it on my behalf." Dong Cheon was left speechless. Jipyeong loved to burst his bubbles. "What do you mean short break? Where are you going? There are many proposals to look through..."

Jipyeong looked at him and smile. He patted his shoulders. "You can do it. I know you can."

"Everyone, please cheer on Park Dong Cheon while I'm away. I need him in one piece when I get back." Cheers and laughter resonated the room. Dong Cheon scratched his head.

"You'll do a good job, Park Dong Cheon."

As he drove back his black Merc back to his apartment, the familiar loneliness greeted him again like a best friend.

"Good job, Han Jipyeong. Cham... What? Cannot go to their wedding because of hackathon? You are just faint-hearted loser."

Those harsh words upon himself resonated the fact he still unable to let go of his feelings.

"Yeongsil-ah, switch on the lights." First thing he did as he entered his apartment.

"What song you wish to hear?"

Jipyeong let out a slight groan. "I give up..." he mumbled. He threw himself on the sofa.

"Okay, I understand."

Yeongsil proceed to play Big Bang - Loser.

Jipyeong close his eyes in disbelief. He turned around and shouted. "YA! Shut up!"

Even Yeongsil branded him as a loser. He sighed heavily.

Just as he was about to shut his eyes and took a nap, his phone vibrated.

Director Han,

Hong Ji Seok here. How are you? I hope you are doing fine.
I've found some nice kids that you've requested to sponsor previously.

Also, the orphanage is holding an event and they are inviting you over as a token of appreciation.

We hope you are able to come as I'll be there too. I'll text you the address.

His phone vibrated again seconds later.

Somehow, the orphanage address rang a bell. "Isn't this..."

"Things are starting to fall beautifully into place. Storm that you've weathered strengthen you to be better. Believe in what that comes and grab while it is still in front of you."

Yeongsil's erratic fortune-telling skills already became a comfort to his ears.

He turned around, confused. He was at loss for words.

As previously, he followed Yeongsil's advice yet it was himself who was too faint-hearted to make a move. This time, what is actually waiting for him out there?

What Yeongsil meant by "Things are starting to fall beautifully into place?"

Go. 

His heart somehow gave the answer he needed.