Dream of Dreams

Summer Love

Every summer, every year, ever since I got into college, I go to Neo City to spend time with myself and take a break from the harsh reality I live in. It truly is the best feeling, an escape from all the toxicity. As no one knows me in Neo City, I can just be myself.

And this year is no different. I packed my bags as soon as the semester was over and got onto the plane to Neo City. I cut off communication with my friends.

I would never cut off my brother at any time, under any circumstances because I feel safe with him. When our parents decided to abandon us, Jaehyun was the one who gave me everything, even the things we couldn't afford at the time. He worked so hard, just to make sure I wouldn't miss out on anything.

*ding*

Jaehyun
Did you land safely?

Me
Yeah, I landed just now-
Wait- how did you know I landed?

Jaehyun
Jeong Areum, I'm your brother
I know everything about you.
Anyways, if you have any problem,
Just let me know.

Me
Yes, I will.
You have some friends here.
You tell me the same thing every time.
I'm not a baby anymore. I'm an adult now.

Jaehyun
You're an adult by age,
But you'll always be my
baby sister, always and forever.

Me
Yeah whatever. I need to go now
Byee

Jaehyun
Okay~ Have fun~~
Bye byee

Every moment in Neo City felt familiar but new. It was quite eccentric, but I felt safe. I've always felt a very deep connection with Neo City, even before I first came here.

Jaehyun had always been over-protective of me. But I don't blame him for that, considering the number of times people have broken his trust and ended up hurting him.

He probably just doesn't want me to have a hard time. And I understand, I wouldn't want any one I love to get hurt right in front of my eyes.

<A couple days later>

It was today. The reason why I always come to Neo City every year. Just to meet him. Lee Donghyuck. Donghyuck was my first love. We spent almost all our time together.

We were inseparable. If anyone saw us, they would think we were dating. But sadly, we were just friends. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to confess, because once I realised I loved him, it was too late.

One summer, Donghyuck came to Neo City because he had some 'work' here. He asked me if I wanted to come with, but I declined. I still regret that decision to this day, 5 years later.

Apparently the cause of death is still unknown, but I blame myself for not being able to protect him. I should have gone with him that time. I would have been able to protect him.

But I can't do anything about it, and I definitely won't be able to move on. I once again lost someone important in my life. I won't lose anyone else. I won't let that happen.

Donghyuck will always stay alive, because I won't ever forget him. Mark my words. He will always stay in my heart, as my best friend, my first love, and of course...my summer love.

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Written by neocookietreats