𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐛𝐞? || 𝐉𝐉𝐤 × 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 29 - 𝐁𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭

Junseok takes a deep breath, his broad chest expanding and contracting with the motion. When he speaks, his words come out in a rush,
"My brother... he had an accident a long time ago. He lost his memory, forgot everything about our family, our past...

Y/n's eyes widen in shock. "That's... that's terrible. I had no idea. No wonder you didn't want to talk about it. How did he... How is he now?" She asks gently, her heart aching for both of them.
Junseok's expression turns grim. "He recovered, physically at least. But mentally... he's different now. He became obsessed with rebuilding our family's business, JJK Group. He's the CEO now, but he's cold, distant... not the brother I knew."

Y/n's heart aches for both brothers. She can see the pain in Junseok's eyes, the longing for his brother to return to the way he was. "Oh, Junseok... I'm so sorry. Why didn't he try to recover his memories?"
Junseok's expression darkens. "He did, at first. Therapy, hypnosis... nothing worked. Then he stopped trying. Said it was easier to build a new life than claw his way back to the old one. He shut us out, Y/n. Mother, me... but doctor said, - he pauses
Y/n's breath catches. She can feel the raw emotion emanating from Junseok, his fingers tightening around hers. "What did the doctor say, Junseok? Please, tell me."

Junseok's voice cracks, his eyes welling up with unshed tears. "The doctor said... that my brother's memories are trapped somewhere, buried deep. And that the only way to recover them is to find something from his past, something that holds sentimental value... something that can trigger his memories. Something or Someone!"

Y/n's eyes fill with tears as well, her heart breaking for Junseok and his brother. "Junseok, I'm so sorry. But there's still hope. We can find something, anything that might trigger his memories.But do you know anyone who was so close with him, friends or...."
Junseok shakes his head, a bitter laugh escaping his lips. "Friends? I don't know any of them Miss Y/n. My parents were in Canada. So I studied and grew up there . After my brother had an accident, my father brought him to Canada and treated him. He also completed his studies from there. At first, he doesn't remember anything or anyone, even my aunt- his mom.
Y/n's heart clenches painfully at the thought of Junseok's brother losing not just his memories, but his entire family. She squeezes Junseok's hand tighter. "Junseok, I can't even imagine how hard this must be for you and your family."

Junseok looks at Y/n, his eyes filled with anguish and desperation. "It's been hell Y/n. Seeing him like this, knowing he doesn't remember our childhood, our bond... it kills me inside. I've tried everything, but nothing works."
Y/n's mind races, trying to think of anything that might help. "What about... personal belongings? Did he keep anything from his past life in Korea? A diary, photos, anything like that?" She asks gently.
Junseok shakes his head. "He didn't bring anything from Korea. Father didn't want him to dwell on the past, so they left everything behind. My uncle threw everything away..."
Y/n's eyes widen, disbelief washing over her. "They threw everything away? But that's... that's his life, his past! How could they?"
Junseok's jaw clenches, anger flashing in his eyes. "They thought they were doing the right thing. They thought it would be easier for him to build new memories than to constantly be reminded of what he's lost. Especially my father wants him to grow in this buisness field "

Y/n takes a deep breath, trying to suppress her frustration. "When will he come back?"
Junseok looks at her. "He will come back today evening. He's been in Japan for a business meeting. He's opening a new branch of JJK in Seoul next month."

Y/n's mind whirls, an idea beginning to take shape. "Junseok... what if we stage a surprise welcome back treat for him? With people who knew him , I already arranged a dinner with his PA kim Mingyu. So I want you two to join with us"
Junseok's eyes widen in surprise. "Mingyu is coming too? He is my brother's trustable PA. But he doesn't know that my brother lost his memories"  Junseok looks hopeful.
"Exactly. So let's meet at 7 tonight. I'll send you the location of restaurant"
Junseok nods, a small smile playing on his lips. "7 o'clock it is then. I'll be there with my hyung. " He looks at her with gratitude.
Y/n smiles back, her heart swelling with hope. "We'll find a way to reach him Junseok. We'll find something, someone who'll bring him back to us."  She promises.
Junseok bows slightly. "Thank you Y/n. You have no idea how much this means to me. I'll see you tonight." With that, he leaves, leaving Y/n with renewed determination.