Love, Not War (Book 2)

Chapter 11

"Speak" Chan ordered Mingi. They were in the jeep. Mingi was driving while Chan was comfortably sitted at the back, staring out the window with one hand under his chin.

Ever since he saw Park Seonghwa's brother the other day, he had been very suspicious of the Parks and felt that they had a hidden agenda for coming to Seoul and suddenly bringing a brother out of the blue. All his life, Chan had only heard of Park Jimin and Park Seonghwa. This new Park member... his sudden appearance made Chan uneasy.

Chan was ranked number 1. The Parks were ranked number 2. He was afraid the Parks had a plan to overthrow him. But then, what could one new member do? What did they hope to achieve?

He sighed. It didn't matter anyway. He had promised Mr Yoongi that he would do everything he could to keep Min Technologies at the very top and that was exactly what he would do.

"There's not much information about him" Mingi answered, taking a left turn. "He has a mental disorder and the Parks deemed that he wasn't fit to be out in public so all matters about him were expertly hidden. He has lived abroad his whole life and this is his first time coming to South Korea. Reports stated that he's getting better and the Parks decided to let him out with close supervision. That is why Park Jimin is also here. It seems that he is very fond of Park Jimin and always sticks to him like glue"

The image of that day floated into Chan's mind. He could remember the guy wheeling Park Jimin out of the restaurant.

Chan remained quiet, digesting the information and he felt there too many holes. "What kind of mental disorder?"

At this, Mingi frowned, knowing that was the only information he couldn't get. "The reports didn't say" he replied. One thing that always ticked Mingi off is when he is given an assignment and fails to get all information necessary. It makes him feel quite useless, given that he has been doing this kind of work for years. "The nature of his illness is well hidden. I discreetly tried to get information from President Park's secretary but even he doesn't know"

Chan thought it was fine. They would still find out anyway. He met Mingi's gaze through the mirror then he smirked. "How is your relationship with Hoongjoong? Getting better?"

Mingi bristled and avoided Chan's gaze. He cleared his throat. "We're good friends"

"Sure..." Chan said with a slight chuckle. He thought of something then his tone went serious. "Just don't delay things too much. Only those that are fortunate get to experience true love. Take my fate as example Mingi"

He looked out the window again and sighed deeply. His hand went to his chest and squeezed the flesh hard, hoping the physical pain could alleviate the one within. Even if it's just for a second. His face was sombre and his eyes seemed to lack life. "True love was right in front of me, but I was stubborn and refused to acknowledge it"

Chan closed his eyes and the image of Felix appeared in his mind. It was when Felix was crying under him. The boy's eyes were red and swollen. His hair disheveled. He looked so scared, so pitiful, yet, Chan could see the hope in his eyes. He could feel the yearning in his gaze. Even at that moment, Chan knew. He could feel it. He could feel the love from Felix. It was so strong. Yet, he convinced himself that it was all lies. He convinced himself that Felix was doing it to deceive him.

Chan was so infatuated with him before that his father had to scold him and remind him of the things Felix had done. Mr Yoongi made him read Aera's diary until he could remember the words by heart. He reminded him of his days on the streets. The times he was so starved that he was forced to eat leftovers from dumpsters and steal food. He was reminded of how wretched he was and everytime, another layer of steel would envelope his heart and his resentment towards Felix would grow stronger.

He could remember those days clearly.

Flashback

SMACK!

Chan had received a heavy slap to the face. Though he was hurt and angry, he knew he had no right to vent. This was the man that saved him from the streets. How could he bear to offend him? He kept his head down, not daring to look at Mr Yoongi's face.

Mr Yoongi was enraged. "Is this how you repay me? By fluttering around that murderer like some love sick fool?!

Chan didn't reply. Though, he badly wanted to argue. He wanted to tell his father that perhaps Felix wasn't the way they thought he was but he didn't dare. Father was already very angry. He didn't want more trouble.

"I picked you up from the streets and made you into what you are now! I raised you, fed you, clothed you, educated you, and when I send you on this mission to just get enough information that can help me destroy them, I get reports that you fool around all day with that bastard! Why Chris why?! Your duty was to befriend him not fuck him!"

He knew. Chan knew more than anyone what his duty was but after he kissed Felix in the bathroom that night, he felt different. He couldn't explain it but his heart stirred and he couldn't stop. He didn't want to stop.

"Have you forgotten that his parents murdered yours? Have you forgotten the pain you went through? Those bastards made you an orphan! They took your parents away from you! Has that vixen made you forget everything? Remember Chris, your father was burnt to death! Your mother suffered a heart attack! You were left alone for years! Do you remember now?!"

Chan didn't forget. He would never forget. But Felix...

"He killed my daughter Chris! That bastard killed my daughter. Your own sister! Can you forget that too?"

Chan's lack of response further infuriated Mr Yoongi. He grabbed Chan by the collar and forced their eyes to meet. "Explain yourself!"

The gears of his brain were turning very fast. Chan knew he had to think of something or Mr Yoongi might kick him out. After what was just a few seconds, Chan steeled his heart and spoke, "Father, considering the nature of Felix's circle of friends and my fake background, they will never accept me into their lives and Felix won't pay me any attention. If I'm not his friend, how can I gather information? This was the only way I could think of. If I make Felix fall in love with me, he'll let his guard down and then, we can do whatever we want"

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