Love Across Stars | Lee Min Ho | Fanfiction

Chapter 4

After earning her degree, y/n applied for a PhD through the GKS program, determined to fulfill her long-held dream. With her application submitted, y/n checked her phone incessantly, waiting for any updates. One fine day, her phone screen lit up with an email notification.

**Y/n:** (nervously) "This is it! I'm going to check the email."

As she opened the email, her heart raced, reading through each word carefully. And there it was, the confirmation she had been dreaming of—she had been selected for the first round of the GKS scholarship program!

**Y/n:** (in disbelief) "I did it! I got in! I've to be more prepared in the next round."

The next step was to prepare for the final round of the selection process—the interview. Y/n left no stone unturned in her preparations. She gathered all the possible interview questions and practiced answering them in Korean, determined to showcase her language skills and passion. She had worked hard on learning Korean and Japanese over the past few years.

**Y/n:** (practicing her answers) "I am ready for this. I'll do my best."

The day of the interview arrived, and y/n's heart raced as she sat across from the interview panel. With confidence and grace, she conducted her entire interview in Korean, impressing the panel with her language fluency and in-depth knowledge.

**Interviewer:** (impressed) "Your Korean is really good, Miss y/n. We are impressed with your dedication and passion."

**Y/n:** (grateful) "Thank you. This opportunity means the world to me."

Days turned into weeks, and the wait for the final results felt endless. Then, the call came. Her heart pounded with anticipation as she picked up the phone.

**Caller:** (excitedly) "Congratulations, Miss y/n! You have been accepted into the GKS scholarship program."

**Y/n:** (overwhelmed with joy) "Thank you so much! I can't believe it!"

With the acceptance letter in her hands, y/n began the process of completing all the necessary formalities. From booking her flight ticket to obtaining her visa and passport, every step was filled with excitement.

**Y/n:** (on the phone with her family) "Maa, deuta, I got it! I'm going to Seoul National University. I did it."

**Parents:** (overjoyed) "We're so proud of you, beta! This is just the beginning of your journey."

After visiting her parents and shopping for all the necessary items, the day finally arrived. Her parents and her brother traveled to Delhi to accompany her to the airport. As she bid farewell to her family and walked toward the airplane, y/n felt a sense of both excitement and nostalgia.

**Y/n's Mother:** (teary-eyed) "Take care of yourself, beta. We will miss you every day."

**Y/n:** (holding back tears) "Don't worry, Maa. I'll call you every day."

**Y/n's Father:** (proudly) "Make us proud, beta. Pursue your dreams and never give up."

**Y/n:** "I promise. This is just the beginning."

**Y/n's Brother:** "Take care of yourself, baa. I'll miss you."

**Y/n:** "I'll miss you too. Take care of yourselves. And return home safely."

Inside the plane, y/n settled into her seat. As the aircraft taxied down the runway, she looked out of the window, watching as the city of Delhi slowly faded away. The view from the plane window was breathtaking, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder and awe at the world below.

**Passenger (sitting next to y/n):** (smiling) "First time flying?"

**Y/n:** (nervously) "Yes, it's my first time in a flight and I'm going abroad."

**Passenger:** "You'll love it! Flying is an incredible experience."

As the plane took off, y/n watched as the landscape changed from cityscapes to vast stretches of land and then the vast ocean below.

**Y/n:** (whispering to herself) "This is really happening. I'm on my way to South Korea."

As the plane soared through the skies, y/n couldn't help but reflect on the journey that had led her to this moment—from her humble beginnings in Assam to the halls of Tezpur University, and now, the exciting prospect of studying in South Korea.

As the hours passed, y/n kept herself occupied with thoughts of what lay ahead. She envisioned herself immersing in the vibrant culture, making new friends, and exploring the enchanting landscapes of South Korea.

**Y/n:** (to herself) "I can't wait to experience everything Korea has to offer. From its rich history to its modern cities, it's going to be an incredible adventure."

The flight attendants provided updates and announcements in Korean and English, and y/n eagerly listened to each one, trying to pick up more Korean phrases along the way.

**Flight Attendant:** (in Korean) "We will be serving refreshments shortly. Please enjoy your flight."

As the flight attendants began serving refreshments, y/n received a warm cup of tea. With each sip, she savored the warmth and comfort it brought, just like the feeling of embarking on a new chapter in her life.

As the plane cruised at a high altitude, the cabin dimmed, and the passengers around her gradually drifted off to sleep. y/n, however, found it hard to close her eyes. She was too excited to rest, and her mind was buzzing with thoughts of her new journey.

**Y/n:** (whispering to herself) "I should probably try to get some sleep, but I can't help but feel wide awake."

In the dim cabin, y/n glanced out of the window once again. The view was now of a starlit sky, and she marveled at the sight. The twinkling lights seemed to guide her towards her dreams, igniting a sense of wonder and determination within her.

The hours passed slowly. As the plane approached Incheon Airport, y/n's heart raced with excitement. The realization that she was about to step into a new phase of her life filled her with a mix of emotions—joy, anticipation, and a hint of nervousness.

**Flight Attendant:** (in Korean) "Ladies and gentlemen, we are about to land at Incheon Airport. Please fasten your seatbelts and ensure that your belongings are stowed away."

As the wheels touched the runway, y/n felt a rush of emotions. She had come a long way from her hometown to another country, fueled by her passion and determination to chase her dreams.

**Y/n:** (whispering) "South Korea. I am here."

Looking at her phone, where a photo of Lee Min Ho was placed in her phone cover, she smiled. "I'll try my best to reach you, Mr. Lee Min Ho."