FREVOR

14

Author pov:

As Jin Ah woke up in Minji's cozy guest room, her mind was filled with anticipation for the day ahead. Today marked a significant milestone for her—the day of her first payment for her new job. Determined to focus on the positive and leave thoughts of Taehyung behind, Jin Ah got ready with a newfound sense of purpose.

Stepping out of the shower, she wrapped herself in a fluffy towel and glanced at her reflection in the mirror. Despite the lingering exhaustion from the events of the previous night, a spark of excitement danced in her eyes. Today was a fresh start, a chance to prove herself in her new role and take control of her own destiny.

Dressed in a smart outfit that exuded confidence, Jin Ah made her way to the kitchen where Minji greeted her with a warm smile. "Good morning, Jin Ah! Are you ready to conquer the day?" she exclaimed, handing her a steaming cup of coffee.

Jin Ah nodded, a determined glint in her eyes. "Absolutely. Today is the day I take charge of my future," she replied, her voice filled with determination.

With a quick breakfast and a final pep talk from Minji, Jin Ah set out for her first day at work, her heart brimming with hope and excitement for the journey ahead. Today was about embracing new opportunities and leaving the past behind, and Jin Ah was ready to seize every moment that came her way.

In the midst of the busy workday, Jin Ah's phone chimed with a notification. With a quick glance, she saw that it was an email from the HR department. Excitement bubbled within her as she opened the message, knowing that it contained the long-awaited confirmation of her first paycheck.

As she scanned through the email, a smile spread across Jin Ah's face. There it was—confirmation of her first payment, a tangible reward for her hard work and dedication. With a sense of pride swelling in her chest, she took a moment to savor the feeling of accomplishment.

With eager anticipation, Jin Ah navigated to the company's payroll portal and clicked on the payment details. Her heart skipped a beat as she saw the amount deposited into her account, a symbol of her newfound financial independence and the fruits of her labor.

With a grateful heart, Jin Ah took a moment to reflect on how far she had come. From the uncertainty of her first day to this moment of triumph, she had persevered through challenges and obstacles, emerging stronger and more resilient than ever before.

As she closed her laptop and returned her focus to the tasks at hand, Jin Ah felt a renewed sense of purpose wash over her. Today was not just about receiving her first paycheck—it was about embracing her potential, seizing opportunities, and charting a course towards a brighter future.

With her head held high and a newfound confidence in her step, Jin Ah returned to her work, ready to tackle whatever challenges lay ahead. Today was a day of celebration—a day to mark the beginning of a new chapter in her journey towards success.

As Jin Ah left the office, her mind buzzed with plans for the evening. Today felt different, filled with a sense of accomplishment and purpose. She knew she couldn't stay angry with her mom forever, and her first paycheck presented the perfect opportunity to extend an olive branch.

With a smile on her face, Jin Ah made her way to the nearest boutique, her heart set on finding the perfect gift for her mom. She carefully selected a few stylish dresses, each one reflecting her mom's unique sense of style. As she browsed through the racks, her excitement grew with each new discovery.

Finally, she found it—a beautiful dress that she knew her mom would love. It was elegant yet vibrant, a perfect reflection of her mom's personality. With a sense of satisfaction, Jin Ah added it to her basket, along with a few other items that caught her eye.

As she made her way to the checkout counter, Jin Ah's thoughts drifted to the ice cream parlor nearby. It was a small gesture, but she knew her mom would appreciate the sweet treat, especially on a warm summer evening.

With her purchases in hand, Jin Ah headed home, her heart light with anticipation. She couldn't wait to see the smile on her mom's face when she presented her with the gifts. Today was not just about making amends—it was about showing her mom how much she truly cared.

As Jin Ah stepped into the house, the somber atmosphere enveloped her like a heavy shroud, casting a pall over the familiar surroundings. The tension in the air was palpable, thick with unspoken words and hidden emotions. She approached her mother and brother at the table, their expressions wrought with a mixture of sadness and apprehension.

"Mum, I brought you a dress and your favorite ice cream," Jin Ah offered, her voice tinged with concern as she placed the items on the table. But her attempts at lightening the mood were met with silence, her mother and brother refusing to meet her gaze.

"What's wrong?" Jin Ah's voice trembled with uncertainty as she searched their faces for answers, her heart pounding with a growing sense of dread. But still, they remained silent, their eyes downcast, their lips pressed into tight lines.

Frustration and fear gnawed at Jin Ah's insides as she reached for the paper lying on the table, her hands trembling as she unfolded it. As she read the words printed on the page, her breath caught in her throat, her heart sinking like a stone in her chest.

The words on the page blurred before her eyes as Jin Ah's mind struggled to comprehend their meaning. "Cancer," she whispered, her voice barely audible above the pounding of her heart. "Stage four."

A heavy silence fell over the room as Jin Ah's words hung in the air, the weight of their meaning pressing down upon them like a suffocating blanket. And as the reality of her mother's illness settled over her like a dark cloud, Jin Ah felt her resolve waver, her strength faltering in the face of such overwhelming despair.

With tears welling in her eyes, Jin Ah turned to her mother, her voice quivering with emotion. "Mum, is this... is this true? Are you really sick?" she asked, her words choked with tears.

Her mother's eyes brimmed with tears as she nodded slowly, unable to speak past the lump in her throat. Jin Ah's heart shattered into a million pieces at the sight of her mother's pain, her own tears cascading down her cheeks in a torrent of sorrow and disbelief.

"I can't lose you, Mum," Jin Ah whispered, her voice trembling with raw emotion. "You have to fight this. You have to stay with us."

Niki's sobs filled the room as he wrapped his arms around his mother and sister, their embrace a bittersweet reminder of the love that bound them together in the face of adversity.

In that moment, as they clung to each other, Jin Ah made a silent vow to her mother, a promise forged in the depths of her despair. She would do whatever it took to support her family, to be their rock in the storm that threatened to tear them apart.

But even as she held her mother close, a sense of helplessness washed over Jin Ah, a realization that no amount of love or determination could change the cruel hand fate had dealt them. And as the weight of their shared burden pressed down upon her, Jin Ah knew that their journey was only just beginning, fraught with uncertainty and fear, yet bound together by an unbreakable bond of love and hope.
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