"When Loves Started"..

part-23

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. Eun Ae and Joon Woo's love for each other only grew stronger with each passing day. They spent every spare moment together, exploring the city, trying new foods, and laughing until their sides hurt.

But despite their happiness, Eun Ae couldn't shake off the feeling that a part of her was missing. She missed Beom Seok's friendship, his guidance, and his unwavering support. She tried to contact him, but he seemed to have vanished into thin air.

She sent him messages, but they went unread. She called him, but he didn't pick up. She even went to his favorite hangouts, but he was nowhere to be found.

It was as if Beom Seok had deliberately cut her out of his life, and Eun Ae couldn't understand why. She felt guilty for moving on with Joon Woo, but she couldn't help the way she felt.

As the months went by, Eun Ae slowly began to accept that Beom Seok was gone for good. She poured her heart and soul into her relationship with Joon Woo, and he reciprocated with equal passion.

But deep down, Eun Ae knew that a part of her would always love Beom Seok, no matter how much time passed. She hoped that someday, he would forgive her and they could rekindle their friendship, but until then, she was determined to make the most of her life with Joon Woo.

Eun Ae's heart raced as she received the mysterious call. "Please come to the hospital," a low, gravelly voice said before hanging up.

She felt a shiver run down her spine. Who was this? And why did they want her to come to the hospital?

But something about the voice seemed urgent, and Eun Ae's instincts told her to go. She didn't have time to think twice, especially since Joon Woo was away on a business trip.

She rushed out of the house, hailed a taxi, and headed to the hospital. Her mind was filled with worst-case scenarios. Who could be hurt? Was it a friend? A family member?

As she arrived at the hospital, she saw a figure waiting for her outside the entrance. It was a man in a black coat, his face obscured by a hoodie.

"Follow me," he said, turning and walking swiftly into the hospital.

Eun Ae's heart pounded in her chest as she followed him. Where were they going? And who was this mysterious person?

They arrived at a private room, and the man pushed open the door. Eun Ae's eyes widened as she saw who was lying in the bed...

...Beom Seok. His face was pale, and his eyes were closed. Eun Ae's heart skipped a beat as she rushed to his side.

"Beom Seok! Oh my god, what happened?" she exclaimed, grasping his hand.

The mysterious man in black stepped forward, revealing a familiar face - it was Beom Seok's older brother, Jae Seok.

"Eun Ae, I'm so glad you came," Jae Seok said, his voice filled with worry. "Beom Seok's been in an accident. He's been unconscious for days."

Eun Ae's eyes welled up with tears as she looked at Beom Seok's fragile form. She felt a mix of emotions - guilt, worry, and love.

"Why didn't you tell me?" she asked Jae Seok, her voice shaking.

"I know Beom Seok cut you off, but I knew you'd want to be here for him," Jae Seok replied. "Please, Eun Ae, stay with him. He needs you now more than ever."

Eun Ae nodded, her heart heavy with emotion. She sat down beside Beom Seok, holding his hand and praying for his recovery...

As Eun Ae sat beside Beom Seok's bed, she couldn't help but think about the past few months. She had moved on with Joon Woo, but a part of her still cared deeply for Beom Seok.