DEAR L

Where We Are

JENNIE

I was excited to be with Lisa, live with her with freedom and full of love. But my right was stolen from me the moment my arms were gripped tight by my father's men and forced me to marry this Jason Li. I don't know him. He tried to talk to me. He said he knows me since we were young because we attended the same school in primary.

The moment we were signing the marriage papers, my tears couldn't stop falling. I didn't want to argue anymore. I am thinking of my child inside me. Oh god. Lisa must know. I should have told her that night we were together. 

I was calming myself for I didnn't want to risk my child. I have to stay healthy physically and psychologically for my child. But everything went dark when he forced me to ride a plane right after the civil wedding. It's not right. What should I do?

Nothing. I am powerless now.

Because I am here now in Italy. fuck, why am I here? No phone. No television. I'm like a prisoner. My life is like more frustrating than the people inside the cell. I have no means to communicate with my brother and Lisa. 

It's been a week now. But Jason's true colors comes out naturally. He has bad intentions with my father's wealth. I knew that my Dad has a huge debt to him and I am that payment. But more than that, Jason plans to play with my Dad and get all his fortune. A traitor. 

I am afraid of the day that he'll force me to do things I don't want to with him. I only love Lisa and no one else. 

Jennie, you are strong and independent. What happened to you now? Why did you let this happen? 

I am pregnant. That's it. I have been literally bleeding since I found out I am carrying a baby. I can't take losing my child. I don't want to lose the product of my love. 

My regrets are swimming inside my head. What if I did not go home that day and just fly away with Lisa? What if I married her that day and no more hesitations? She is my happiness. She is my truth. Lisa is my sanity. What do I do now?

It's getting depressing here day by day. I am only accompanied by a house helper and a guard and they are so loyal to Jason. He travels and not always around. I don't even speak to these two people here. I don't know if I can trust them. I can't even go out alone. I must be guarded by any of these two when I have to buy something outside. And if ever I do something against Jason's rules, he will punish me. I am like a dead person who follows all his rules. 

When I was with Lisa, everything I say and do matters and she lets me pursue whatever it is. 

Just let my baby come out and I will surely make a way. All I can do now is follow and go with the flow as I have to take care of myself and my baby.

Dad, I wish you are happy. I wish you got what you want. I hope he won't do this to V too. And to my lovely Mom, I pray that she sleeps peacefully at night for letting her daughter experience this.

I always pray for Lisa. I pray that she is safe and happy. I don't know why I have this hope inside me that someday, we will meet again and really be with each other. I always think of her. I always imagine us being happy with our baby. 

If I could only turn back time.

LISA

I accepted Dad's offer to send me to Italy for a short conference and business workshops next week. Maybe it's time for me to heal and accept things. No. I won't stop hoping that one day Jennie and I will be together again and fight for this love. 

For now, I must learn all the basics of what I am going to enter. I want to be successful on my own. I mean, my grandfather's business must be maintained and I want it to become more productive as we have employees to take care of everyday.

The network. God. I am really poor in this field of business. I think I really need someone to operate it. 

V.

Speaking of. He's calling me. Finally, his phone is back! His father also took it from him when Jennie was brought somewhere else. 

V: Lisa, where are you? We need to talk.

L: I'm here at The Golden L. Would you like to come over or you want to have dinner with me tonight?

V: I'm on my way now. You must know a lot of things. 

After an hour, V arrived and he didn't know where to start. He just hugged me and told me that I deserve where I am right now. 

"I am not yet there, V. I have so much to learn. And I need you on the other business we got. I really need you." I said. I want him to lead K TV Media. I know he's the right person for that and his loyalty to me has been tested and proven. 

"Let's talk about that later. You need to hear this." He seriously looked straight at me with sorrowful eyes.

"Lisa, Dad let me process Jennie and Jason's marriage certificate before. The officiant was my friend." I looked at him and so eager to hear his next words.

"Jennie is not married to Jason. It was just all a show. They all thought it was real and legal. I had to follow his orders to process everything because he was threatening to let Jennie suffer more if I won't.  But why would I bring my sister in a situation where she will never be happy. Lisa, I only saw Jennie's happiness when she's with you. The real joy in her eyes comes out every time you are together.

I did not expect that Jason would bring him somewhere after the wedding. I was helpless. I got tied and beaten up. I was so weak after I fought against my Dad's men from forcing Jennie to go with Jason. 

Lisa, let's bring my sister back. I am willing help you and I also need you. For now, I am still figuring out where he brought her. I am already like becoming a spy for months now. Been listening whenever my Dad's talking to someone over the phone. I am even following him sometimes wherever he goes.  Unluckily, no signs of Jason around him. 

I guess, Jennie's no longer here in Korea."

His statements took my words out that I just remained silent.

We had dinner together and I brought him where he must be.

He was shocked to know that their network is now under my name. 

"This company and the people here needs you." I told him while we're inside his office. RM is also happy to know that I considered V to be the President of this company. It's been operated by the board members for months. 

"I— I don't know what to say, Lisa. I don't think I deserve this after what my father did to you and your family. I—." V is so shy looking down.

"You are not your Dad. I know how good of a leader you are. Lead this network. Just give me a lot of money so your Dad might like me soon for your twin sister." I said and we laughed on my last statement.

"You won't regret this. Thank you or this opportunity, Lisa. To be honest, we are so broke right now. Dad's businesses are slowly going down. He must have some pest in his circle. Anyway, I promise that this company will bring you a lot of money. But do you really need it when Jennie wants nothing but you?" He said smiling but I know his heart is breaking because of what happened to Jennie and I. V has always been there to support me and his sister.

Before we parted ways, V was rushing to block my way. I brought my windows down immediately. I asked him if he needs financial assistance because I am so willing to help him, but he shook his head.

"Sorry. I forgot to tell you something very very very important." He said. He's actually having a hard time breathing.

"Lisa, Jennie is pregnant even before that fake marriage. Your baby is surely six months now in her tummy."