Loving You the Second Time Around

CHAPTER 7

The one that got away is never the right one. When the right one comes along, you will never lose him. -Wu Yifan, Somewhere Only We Know

(Do you believe in this one?)

JUNMYEON'S POV

"ME and Eunji... w-we've been in a relationship for five years, way back. I was deeply in love with her, and she's the only one that I can see."

I paused for a moment as I tried to remember the past.

"...on our fifth year, she decided to become a trainee from an entertainment company. It was the main reason of our  misunderstanding and fights. I did not supported her decision and tried to persuade it. I was afraid of loosing her, so I tried to stop her. But it I was wrong... I was wrong for not supporting her and tried to stop her from doing what she wanted."

I started, breaking the long silence between me and Chorong.

I am currently at her house now. After I pulled myself together, I took all my courage to seek Chorong... and here I am now, explaining everything to her.

"For many years, I looked for her... I chased on her... I did every stupid thing just to be with her again. I ruined my life because of her. In the end, I only got hurt and suffered. You see, we never had a formal and clear closure and until now... there are still a lot of questions in my mind that I really want to ask her."

Chorong remained quiet and was just listening to my explanation.

"And then you came. You put me back, no— you brought me back to myself, and I am very grateful for that... I fell in love again, with you. Chorong, you were always there for me. You were there who completed me all throughout the years, and God knows how happy I am that I have you in my life now. However, a few days ago... I met her again, a-and everything got messed up."

I released a big sigh.

In doubt if I would still continue this relationship.

"And when she came back, your feelings towards her also came back. Am I right, Myeon? All this time, you only made me as your rebound, isn't it? Is that what you are trying to say, hmm?" She finally spoke. Looking at me with her sad eyes.

I cupped her face and shook my head.. "No! It's not that baby! I really love you... I never thought about her, when we started dating. Every single thing I said and did with you were all true. Listen, Chorong... to be honest, I am really in doubt right now. I am confused of what should I feel... towards her, to you." I said, and again, her tears started to stream down her cheeks.

I wiped her tears with my thumb and kissed her forehead.

"I'm really sorry, baby! I really am. I'm such a stupid guy for doing this to you. But believe me, I love you... please believe me, I love you."

She removed my hand and said, "But not as much as you love her, right? Myeon, I know you still love her. You wouldn't act like this if you no longer feel something for her. Don't tell me that it's just because of your unfinished business with her, but just simply because you still love her."

I don't know what to react, nor talk about it anymore because I don't want to hurt Chorong.

She is very special and dear to me.

"But remember this Myeon, we are already together. You are completely done with her, and she's no longer part of your life! I don't care if you still have feelings for her! She's already in the past, and I am your present now. I AM THE ONLY ONE WHO OWNS YOU NOW, THE ONE THAT CAN LOVE YOU MORE THAN I LOVE MYSELF, THE ONLY ONE YOU LOVE, AND NO ONE ELSE. We are getting married Myeon. You already promised to marry me, and I wouldn't let anyone to ruin everything... Even if she means to you. Finish everything with her, and don't you dare come back with her. I won't let any girl steal my man from me. And I hope God will forgive me, but I will do everything it takes just to keep you. YOU ARE MINE JUNMYEON, NO ONE ELSE. I'm going upstairs, good night."