👑The Royal Affairs ⚔️| jeongcheol ff|svt ff

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As Jeonghan settled into his life on Jeju Island under the guise of Seungmin, unaware of Prince Seungcheol's quest, another unexpected encounter unfolded in the bustling market of Jeju.

Months had passed since Jeonghan's departure from Ilsan, and Jeju's vibrant market became a temporary home for him. As he perused the stalls, a familiar face caught his attention Jihoon. Jihoon recognised It was Jeonghan, or Seungmin, as he now called himself.

"Jeonghan!" Jihoon called out, unable to contain his surprise. Jeonghan turned, eyes widening in recognition, as the two friends locked eyes.

"Jihoon? What are you doing here?" Jeonghan questioned, genuine shock in his voice.

Jihoon explained that he had been wandering through different towns in search of news about Jeonghan. "I heard rumors about someone named Seungmin in Jeju Island. Is that really you, Jeonghan?"

Caught off guard, Jeonghan hesitated before confessing his decision to assume a new identity. "I had to start fresh. It's complicated, but I'm happy here."

Concern etched Jihoon's face. "Jeonghan, why did you leave Ilsan without a word? Your brother, Jisoo, is devastated. He's been searching for you everywhere."

Jeonghan's expression shifted, a mixture of guilt and sorrow clouding his eyes. "I couldn't stay. There were reasons, and I thought it was for the best."

Jihoon sighed, understanding the weight of his friend's choices. "Jisoo misses you, Jeonghan. You should consider talking to him. He deserves to know why you left."

As the conversation unfolded, Jihoon remember the conversation his younger spilled to him after visit to Ilsan.Seokmin couldn't shake the sense of responsibility toward Jisoo. A few months later, he gathered his thoughts and penned a heartfelt letter to Jisoo, recounting the chance meeting with Jeonghan and the circumstances that led to his sudden departure.

Weeks passed, and Jisoo received the letter in Ilsan. Emotions surged as he read about his brother's unexpected encounter in Daegu. Determined to unravel the mystery, Jisoo wasted no time and made his way to Daegu.

Upon reaching the vibrant city, Jisoo tracked down Seokmin, eager for any information about Jeonghan's whereabouts. The two met in a quiet corner of a local tea house, surrounded by the gentle hum of conversation.

"Seokmin, tell me everything. Where did you see Jeonghan, and why did he run away?" Jisoo implored, his eyes searching for answers.

Seokmin recounted the encounter in the market, detailing Jeonghan's alias, Seungmin, and the complex circumstances that prompted his departure. Jisoo's heart sank, grappling with the revelation.

"Why didn't he tell me anything? We've always been there for each other," Jisoo lamented, a mix of frustration and hurt evident in his voice.
"Jihoon hyung told me ,when he accidentally found out about him."

Seokmin reached out, placing a comforting hand on Jisoo's shoulder. "I think Jeonghan had his reasons, Jisoo. Maybe it's time for you two to talk and sort things out."

Determined to find closure, Jisoo decided to embark on a journey to Jeju Island. "I need to find him, Seokmin. I can't let him disappear from my life like this."

Seokmin nodded in understanding. "I hope you do, Jisoo. Sometimes, it takes confronting the past to pave the way for a better future."

As Jisoo departed for Jeju Island, the weight of emotions lingered in the air. Unbeknownst to both Jeonghan and Jisoo, their paths were destined to cross once more, and the secrets that bound them would soon be laid bare, setting the stage for a reunion filled with untold emotions and a journey towards healing.