The Road We Walk On

171 | A New Start

Shimwoo Tower, Seoul

Today Rona was really nervous, even though she was somewhat mentally prepared for today's dinner. Still thinking about what could possibly go wrong, did work Rona up into a mini frenzy. Even though they were going to be having a simple dinner, Rona still wanted to look her best. Seokhoon came over to help look at clothes and they ended up watching matching styles and colours.

We keep dressing alike, people will think we are married or something.

Hahah, that is the whole purpose of this, is it not? Seokhoon kissed Rona quickly. They were going to be going down to Yoonchul's place first. He had invited them over to come and see his place about an hour before dinner. Yoonhee had already seen the house, so it was only going to be Rona and Seokhoon.

I am nervous.

Everything will be okay, I am right with you. Rona smiled, she quickly went to finish her makeup and it was time to head down to Eunbyeol's house. Eunbyeol and Yoonchul lived 3 floors down from Seokhoon and Rona's. Seokhoon had his arm around Rona's waist; apart from it showing that Rona belongs to him, it was more to comfort Rona and remind her that he was right beside her. Seokhoon rang the doorbell and after a short while, Yoonchul opened the door.

Seokhoon, Rona. Hello! Welcome, please come in. Rona and Seokhoon entered the house and took off their shoes. After they passed the corridor, Eunbyeol was standing in the living room, smiling. Hello Seokhoon, Rona. It has been a long time hasn't it?

Rona smiled and greeted Eunbyeol, she took a quick scan of the house. The interior and colours were really similar to the styles of her mother. She knew that Suryeon and her mother were involved in the interior designs for Yoonchul and Eunbyeol's house. Eunbyeol gave them a quick tour around the house, she led them into her room, which was actually two rooms combined into one. One area was her bedroom while the other looked like some kind of studio.

You paint? Rona asked. Eunbyeol nodded. As part of my therapy I was encouraged to express my thoughts. My therapist said I could write, sing, draw and more. I was to choose one that I felt I was the most comfortable doing. When I first started to draw it didn't feel like I was expressing anything but as I got more into it. I really grew to like it a lot, I ended up spending a lot of time at the library reading up about art specifically, especially art therapy.

Wow, art therapy, is that what you want to pursue?

Hmmm right now it's something I feel drawn towards so yes I would say I plan to pursue it, but baby steps. Rona smiled at Eunbyeol; she was really happy that she had found something else that she can dive into and focus all her energy and time into.

The three soon left Eunbyeol's studio/bedroom, they found Yoonchul waiting for them in the living room. Yoonhee called, she said that dinner is ready so shall we make our way there? The four then made their way up to Rona's place.

Rona's Place, Shimwoo Tower

The moment they entered the house, they could smell a whiff of deliciousness. They headed to the dining room/kitchen, and saw spread out all over the table were various dishes. Yoonhee really outdid herself today.

Now slightly confession I didn't cook all of this; some of the dishes came from one of the restaurants at Shimwoo Mall. This is a meal to not on celebrate Yoonchul and Eunbyeol's return but also Seokhoon and Rona's recent success in New York.

With that everyone sat around the table, dinner was served. Yoonchul did his best to keep the conversations as deep but also light as possible. He wanted to cherish this moment, it was rare that he was having a family meal with Yoonhee and both his daughters. Even though Eunbyeol and Rona did not know this secret - to him as their father, it was the best gift he had ever gotten. He knew that this was something that may only occur once in a blue moon, so he had to cherish and remember this moment.

Eunbyeol appreciated what her father was doing, by keeping the dinner fun and light, Eunbyeol was slowly working up her courage to talk to Rona. She knew that the one thing she owed Rona was an apology. She never apologised for hurting her, yet Rona in their first meeting after more than a year was with a smile. After dinner, Rona, Eunbyeol were seated on the sofa with Yoonhee, Yoonchul and Seokhoon had volunteered to clean up the dishes and table.

Finally after summing up her courage she turned to Rona, stood up and bowed. Rona, I know this is late but I want to say I am sorry for what I did to you. Even though it was not me that killed you but nevertheless I did hurt you with the intent to kill. I am so sorry. Rona was slightly surprised, but after hearing Eunbyeol apologise, Rona's burden was lifted. She stood up and motioned for Eunbyeol to stop bowing.

It is okay Eunbyeol, I think there is really nothing to forgive anymore. I know what you went through this year, I feel it is punishment enough. I hope that from here on out, we will let bygones be bygones. I truly hope you will find your happiness. Hearing Rona's words, Eunbyeol began to cry, she didn't know why she deserved such mercy but she was thankful for it nevertheless. Rona hugged Eunbyeol until she stopped crying. Yoonchul and Seokhoon witnessed this scene all from the kitchen, Yoonchul's heart was less burdened after the sight.

He had hoped that Rona would have it within her to forgive Eunbyeol; he knew that now Eunbyeol could truly move forward. The two went back to finishing cleaning up the dishes, back at the sofa after Eunbyeol calmed down, she quickly peeked and saw that her father was distracted. Bringing her voice down to a whisper, she looked towards both Yoonhee and Rona.

I know that we are related.

Note: Shock!!