Why Us??

The Darkness

Morning Chaos in Theerapanyakul Mansion

The next morning in the grand hall, a whirlwind of chaos erupted as Kim was preparing to leave for his trip to Spain. .

Ella (pouting):
"I want to go with you, Pa! Why can't I come? It's not fair!"

Kim, dressed sharply in his travel suit, let out a sigh as he knelt in front of Ella. He gently placed his hands on her shoulders.

Kim (calmly):
"Ella, sweetie, it's not a vacation. It's work. I'll be busy the entire time, and you'll be bored."

Ella's big eyes began to well up with tears as she clung to Kim's arm.

Ella (sniffling):
"But you're always busy, pa! I miss you when you're gone. Please, please take me with you this time!"

Chay, who had been watching the exchange from a distance, finally stepped in, his frustration evident.

Chay (sternly):
"Ella! That's enough. Go back to your room right now. You can't go with your Pa, and that's final."

Ella froze for a moment, shocked by her Chay's firm tone, before crossing her arms defiantly.

Ella (crying):
"No! You're always so mean, Pa! You don't care about what I want!"

Before the argument could escalate further, Kinn, Porsche, Vegas, and Pete entered the hall, drawn by the commotion.

Porsche (kneeling to Ella):
"Ella, sweetheart, don't cry. Your pa Kim is coming back in just a few days. You'll have him all to yourself then, okay?"

Vegas (smirking, trying to lighten the mood):
"And you know what? If you go to Spain with him, you won't get to eat your favorite desserts here. What would you do without cake?"

Ella sniffled, her tears slowing slightly, but she still looked unconvinced.

Pete (softly, crouching next to her):
"Ella, you know your P'Papa Kim loves you so much, right? That's why he's working so hard. And Pa Chay is only being strict because he loves you too. We'll all keep you company while he's away, I promise."

Kinn crossed his arms, giving Kim a knowing look.

Kinn (teasing):
"Maybe you should just cancel your trip, Kim. She clearly has you wrapped around her little finger."

Kim shot Kinn a glare but softened when Ella looked up at him with watery eyes.

Kim (sighing, brushing her hair back):
"Ella, if I could, I'd take you with me everywhere. But you need to stay here, study, and take care of your Pa Chay for me, alright?"

Ella hesitated, then nodded slowly, though her lips still trembled.

Chay (kneeling to hug her):
"You're our strong girl, aren't you? We'll call pa Kim every night, okay? He'll miss you just as much as you'll miss him."

Ella finally broke into a small smile, snuggling into Chay's embrace.

Vegas (grinning):
"Well, that was easier than I thought. Good job, everyone!"

Porsche (rolling his eyes):
"Don't jinx it, Vegas."

As the mood lightened, Ella turned to Kim and hugged him tightly one last time.

Ella (murmuring):
"Promise you'll call me every night, pa?"

Kim (smiling):
"Every single night, my little star. Now be good for your Pa and everyone else, okay?"

Ella nodded, finally letting him go. As Kim grabbed his bag and headed for the door, Chay stayed by Ella's side, holding her hand tightly.

As the hall quieted down, Kinn turned to Porsche with a smirk.