Arranged Marriage with Luhan

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Luhan's P.o.V.

I brushed my shoes off the red carpet as Jjeolbae and I entered the hall. Quite luxurious, it is. The curtains were large and well made, as well as the choice of furnitures. The guests in gowns and suits are now chattering too, making the hall look lively and occupied. Although it was quite early for an event like this, I guess the event planner was just a rookie.

"Fighting." I whispered as she nodded and smiled a little bit. 

I can recognize a few people here, since I casually go on business trips with my parents. I suppose they have not yet noticed me, since they were busy socializing and eating food. 

I stared at Jjeolbae again. She seemed nervous. I really plan on supporting her, but I just do not know how to do so. A few times, I would ask  her if she is fine; she always says yes, although her fingers are continously tapping the table.

The two of us sat on a table by the corner as the loud, classic music rang on our ears. It has been thirty minutes since the event started, but no one has come out yet. I can see the people grow impatient as a second goes, and only the large projector by the side stood up for time occupation. But aside from that, there were no sights of Clara present, nor her shadows. The receptionist and a few more staffs panicking too, and I just tried not to meddle with things, seeing that they were too stressed.

"Good morning, Mister Lu." A voice shouted. Judging by the calm tone and pitch, I already knew it was one of our clients, Mrs. Choi.

A woman in her fifties approached our table as the two of us stood up and bowed. Although her beauty did not fade, you could see that her face was wrinkled with age. Her dress was rather cozy (with a few accessories dangling on her ears and wrists), and I guess a huge amount of won was spent on it. Behind her hides a little girl, just around five. She seemed shy (I immediately noticed because she kept clutching Mrs. Choi's dress), but she kept on staring amazingly at the girl beside me, Jjeolbae.

"A pleasant morning to the two of you, Miss Kim and Mister Lu. My daughter, Sooyoung wants to be friends with this beautiful girl beside you." She said as I smiled. Jjeolbae chuckled for a little bit and stared at the little girl.

"Good morning, madame. And good morning, Sooyoung." Said Jjeolbae. Mrs. Choi smiled at her as Jjeolbae knelt down on the kid's level. Sooyoung then faced her and smiled. They exchanged a few dialogues as Mrs. Choi went near me.

"Is she your fiancee?" She asked as I nodded politely.

"Yes, ma'am." I said with confidence and smiled at her.

"The Kim's are very timid and cheerful at the same time. Although the combination does not match, I could say that their daughter is a very good choice for you.." She said as I smiled and nodded accordingly.

"You're so pretty, unnie." The little girl smiled as Jjeolbae chuckled.

"I'm not. You are." She said as Sooyoung smiiled.

"Eh?"

"Ne."

I smiled at the view as she stood up straight.

"Mrs. Choi, can I borrow your little girl for a moment?" She asked as Mrs. Choi nodded.

"Of course!' She said as Jjeolbae bid a 'thank you' and went on the food corner. She pointed at the food, which the little girl somehow enjoyed. I suppose she was raising her appetite so that Sooyoung could eat more and be healthy.

"She's practical, is she not?" Mrs. Choi asked as I nodded and admired her observance skills.

"Yes, she really is, ma'am." I said.

The music stopped as the chatters faltered. I suppose there was a commotion happening, since the waiters and the staffs are now running endlessly. A loud sound echoed our ears as the speaker shouted words.

"We now announce that the event is cancelled. We are terribly sorry for the disturbance." It said. The staffs now started talking with the guests around, explaining this and that. Jjeolbae then approached us and gave Sooyoung back to Mrs. Choi. All of us wondered with curiosity as an employee approached us

"Ma'am and sir, we are terribly sorry for the things that had happened today. We are afraid that we can pursue the event no more." He said as all of us nodded. I can see that they have been dealing with stress, so I have decided not to burst my emotions out. I was a little bit disappointed and such, but there would be no changes if I were to create a ruckus.

"Where is Mrs. Clara?" Jjeolbae asked as the employee stopped abruptly at his fast pace.

"I am sorry, but I cannot reveal--"

"Please." She said as the employee nodded in understanding.

"She collapsed a while ago, and we do not know the reason behind it." He said as Jjeolbae frowned.

Jjeolbae's P.o.V.

A sudden spark came to me as i faced the employee once more. I need things to be answered. Right now.

"Where is she now?" I asked as the man pointed a small room behind the stage.

"By the clinic, ma'am." He said with a worried look as I stared at Luhan. He nodded in understanding as the two of us bid our goodbyes to Mrs. Choi. 

"Do you not worry, sir. I will be dealing with it." I said as he nodded confidently and smiled.

The two of us ran to the clinic, but we were stopped by an usher.

"I am sorry, but I cannot allow the two of you to come here." Said he. He somehow scared me for a little bit, since his built is large, and I can see that we will be escorted out just by taking a step against it. Luhan frowned and stood up front. 

"We are settling a few matters, and please, it is for Mrs. Clara. I am the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lu, and I hope you do know that. I have do deal with it, please." Luhan said with might, although it did not move him. We pleaded and pleaded, but it seemed not to take any effect. We were about to give up, but a man came by the door and stared at us in horror.

"Mister Lu? Miss Kim." Said he. Th two of us nodded as he smiled with hope.

"Please let them in. I know them." He said as the two of us followed immediately. I have not been familiar with him, but I suppose Luhan is, since he started acting like they have not seen each other for a while.

"How is she now, Mr. Hilton?" He asked as the man nodded.

"She is alright now, Mr. Lu."

The three of us entered the room as we saw a figure by the bed. Her hair is long, and her eyes are closed. I suppose she is now alright, since she is now shifting positions. I guess she's sleeping.

 I took nervous steps and stared at the woman. No wonder, it really is Mrs. Clara.

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I'm afraid I cannot make a double update this day, and I am very sorry for the chapter. I will really really do my best on JjeolHan era, since these chapters are focusing on Clara. Kamsa, and I hope you understand.