TRACK 01 : HAPPINESS, in yeop.

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EUN-WOO CALLING...

The tension split when I heard my phone vibrating from my purse. I immediately stepped back from In yeop a little and grabbed it. From my peripheral vision, I saw him peaking on who is calling me.

"Oh so that's the reason why you want me to agree to that set-up huh?"

I smiled, taking this opportunity to mock him as I turned to look the other way in disappointment.

"Whatever", he mumbled, moving away slightly to give me privacy while I answer the call.

"Hello, Eun-woo?"

"Eliz, are you still in the premiere?"

I hummed. "Yeah? About to go home."

"Check your messages, your driver and helpers have been texting you."

"Huh? Why?"

Eun-woo took 5 seconds before answering. He seemed hesitant. "I think— I think it's about Killian."

I closed my eyes and exhaled. "Okay. Tell them, I'll be there. Right away."

My mother was still inside the party with the Hwangs. However, from what I heard with their conversation earlier, she was planning to visit the Hwang Mansion for wine.

"What was it?", In yeop questioned me with concern.

"I need to go to my parents' house."

His brows furrowed. "Well, your mother's still here. So, Is Eun-woo waiting there?"

"It's my brother, dumbass", I scoffed seeing his mouth form an O shape.

Between us, I feel like I should be the one worried. In yeop's mind is always preoccupied with Eun-woo.

"I'm going to be busy for a couple of days", In yeop informed me while driving. "I'm casted to film a commercial."

I gasped. "A brand trusted you?"

In yeop was about to fire back from what I had said but I immediately took it back.

"Kidding. Congratulations, I'm proud", I greeted him.

He may be as annoying as a spam email. I'm sure he deserves every bit of achievement.

"Thanks, babe", he replied jokingly, emphasizing the endearment.

"Welcome, babe", I mocked him back.

"MISS COSETTE!"

The helpers rushed towards me, even when I just arrived inside the gates. I sent In yeop a signal for him to go as he sent me a thumbs up and rolled up his windows.

"What happened to him?"

The helper kept up with my pace while I am trying to question them.

"He's all bruised again, miss. Both his face and arms", she pointed her lips and elbows to try to show the specific parts she is referring to.

"Stop fucking touching me!"

Already, I heard a faint shout from the living room. One of the maids was on the floor with the first aid kit scattered. She seemed to try to help Killian with his cuts.

"Killian!", I warned scooting towards the maid and helping her back up. "What happened?"

"Wow", Killian released a sarcastic laugh, slow clapping. "I didn't know being out of the house can turn you this kind."

I ignored this and stood up, trying to stay calm as much as possible.

"Why are you coming home like this lately? Is there someone hurting you in the campus?"

"Someone in the campus?"

"What do you mean?", I looked around and stared at the maids with asking eyes. "What does he mean?"

My stomach dropped.

"Is he?", I grabbed his arms and examined his bruises. "Is he hurting you?"

He dragged his hands back and stepped backward.

We were both startled after hearing heavy steps from above.

"Elizabella, dear. Aren't you supposed to be at the event?"

My father's voice echoed around the halls. I watched his every step as he came down from the stairs.

I sent Killian a glance. "Do you want to come with me?", I mouthed.

"I'm glad you visited us. How's your stay in your house so far?", my father asked, obviously acting when he couldn't careless.

"Fine", I replied blankly.

"Will In yeop get you from here?", father tried to peak on the doors to see if there was anyone there. "Do you want me to call your driver? You know, it's getting late."

I shook my head. "No, no. It's fine, I can stay longer, dad."

"Eliz, it's better if you go", he now changed his tone.

This made me face him. He is standing straight, arms crossed, and is looking at me as if his questions are only answerable by yes or yes.

"Leave", his voice was harsh. He realized this as he changed his attitude a second after. "Dear."

I chewed the bottom of my lip. Alternately, staring at my father and Killian. I am trying to get an answer from my brother and he eventually complied.

"Just go", he whispered.

I promise, I'll get you, Killian.

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