Chapter 5. Painful Past

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The next day, Haerin is helping Grandpa Taehyung pick grapes while Dani watched by the pergola with vines shading the space "She's been helping since she could remember" said a voice behind her making her turn.

She saw Grandma Jennie with a tray of food and behind her some maids holding other snacks and drinks "Let me help you with that" she smiled and took the tray from the older woman then set it on the table. They sat on the dining area overlooking the vineyard "can I ask a question?"

"Of course, sweetie" replied Jennie

"Why did Haerin wanted to become a bodyguard? She could've just stayed here" asked Danielle

Jennie smiled "That child is stubborn" she turned to the girl with her grandpa "she wanted to experience life outside so, we let her what she wanted. She went to the city. Though we give her money, I know she never touched it. So, she took a job" the older woman snickered "She's just like her father"

And with that, Danielle got curious "If you don't mind me asking but where are Haerin's parents?" she asked then realised she might be asking too much information "I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to intrude"

Jennie smiled and placed a hand on the younger woman's hand "Haerin was still a baby when the accident happened"

When Danille heard 'accident' she got worried.

"Haerin's father was driving and her mother sat on the passenger seat. Haerin and, her older sister was only ten sat on the back "The older woman tried to remember the horrific accident. Danielle held to her tighter.

"They were on their way back home when a carrier truck lost its break and plunged the car" Jennie paused "They were taken to the nearest hospital, but it was too late" she turned to Haerin who is now laughing with her husband "The doctors said that it was a miracle that she survived that impact" She turned back to Danielle and smiled.

"After that incident, we took care of her" added Jennie "She's the only family member we have left so, please" she squeezed Danielle's hands "take care of her"

Danielle nodded and gave the older woman a hug. Haerin and Taehyung approached them "Did we miss something?" asked the older man.

The pair dried their eyes and looked at the other pair standing in front of them. Haerin turned to Danielle and gave her an 'are you ok?'

She look the other girl just nodded and gave her a reassuring smile. "Why don't we eat?" Jennie invited them, and the duo took their seats on the table. Haerin sat next to Danielle.

Danielle grabbed a towel and wiped off Haerin's sweat herself "Look at you, you're all sweaty" she said "After this go take a bath".

The older couple smiled at the interaction "are you sure, you two aren't dating?" Taehyung teased

While having lunch, Taehyung brought out a bottle of wine and poured out some. Danielle took her glass and took a sip. Her eyes widen "Oh my god!" she said making the trio turned to her"How is it?" Danielle asked

"This is the best wine I've ever tasted" Danielle replied making the older couple smile.

"The way our wines are made have been carefully crafted. With the right amount of yeast and fermentation, our wines are top quality" Taehyung explained with twinkle in his eyes.

"Why don't you commercialise it? I bet people would pay thousands for a bottle" Danielle suggested

Taehyung gave her a weak smile "We used to but now we only sell it to private buyers" he explained "With that much demand, we need a lot of people and no one's going to manage it. Jennie and I are too old"

"Maybe we could" Jennie cut in then turned to her grandchild "and let Haerin manage it" the younger woman turned to the others in the table. Jennie turned to Danielle and placed a hand on hers "why don't you help her, if you want?"

"I'd love to" Danielle replied

Everyone turned to Haerin again "What?" they waited for her answer.

"Haerin, you're the only one who knows how to make it" Taehyung said.

Haerin sighed "Fine" she replied, and everyone cheered.
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That night, Danielle couldn't sleep for some reason so, she decided to go to the balcony to get some air. She's looking at the vineyard when she saw a figure seating under the oak tree. Even that far she knows who that person is.

"Hey" she greeted making the other girl turned

"Ms. Marsh" Haerin replied.

Danielle smiled and sat next to her "How many time do I have to tell you, just call me Danielle or Dani"

Haerin just nodded and they both turned to the peaceful view of the farm.

"I have to tell you something" Haerin turned to her "Grandma Jennie told me what happened...to your parents" Haerin's expression changed and looked down her leg "I'm so sorry" said Danielle and placed a hand on Haerin's back.

Haerin looked up again and rested her arms on her knees "It's crazy how I can miss someone I've never met. Yes, I met them but, I don't remember anything" she paused "But thanks to my grandparents, I don't miss them that much. They treated me like their own child"

A tear fell down Haerin's cheeks which she quickly wiped and laughed "I-I'm so sorry. I'm crying. It's so lame"

"No, no Haerin. It's ok" Danielle replied. This is the first time every that she has seem Haerin this vulnerable "You're actually lucky because you still have Grandma Jennie and Grandpa Taehyung that loves and supports you no matter what happens".

Haerin nodded "I guess, I am" she said and smiled at the other girl.

Dug, dug, dug, dug.

She felt her heart beat twice as fast. They didn't notice but they were slowly leaning towards each other. About and she felt her heart beat twice as fast.

They didn't notice but they were slowly leaning towards each other. About an inch before their lips touched, Haerin realised what she's doing and pulled away clearing her throat "Uhm... why don't we go to sleep. It's getting late"

Danielle who was also flushed replied "Uhm... yeah. Ok"

Haerin walked Minjoo to her bedroom "Ah...so I'll see you in the morning Da-daniielle gave her a 'really?' look "Danielle" Haerin corrected "Good night"

"Good night" Danielle responded and closed the door. With the door between them, they let out a breath.




















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