'𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔 ‣ jeon wonwoo

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Upon arriving at her apartment, Isla was accompanied by a sense of mixed emotions, the remnants of the car ride with Wonwoo still lingering in her mind. Shutting the door behind her, she leaned her back against it, releasing a shaky sigh that seemed to encapsulate her inner turmoil. Overwhelmed by a wave of guilt stemming from her unjust accusation directed at Wonwoo, she remained oblivious to the fact that Elyse, his cousin and a fan of hers, was indirectly involved.

Tears welled up in her eyes, not just because of the misunderstanding with Wonwoo, but also due to the realization that her brother had concealed his struggles from her and refrained from seeking assistance during his lowest moments. The sobs that escaped her were a testament to the complex mixture of sadness and frustration she was grappling with. Amidst her tears, she found herself harboring resentment towards herself; the idea that she lacked the right to be upset with Wonwoo for not reciprocating her feelings, given that he viewed her as a younger sister rather than as a potential romantic interest, weighed heavily on her.

In a serendipitous interruption, her phone chimed within her pocket, prompting her tear-streaked face to shift its focus. Retrieving her phone, she discovered a message from none other than Wonwoo, a development that brought an unexpected pause to her tears and a glimmer of intrigue to her eyes.

Isla was plagued by guilt at the thought of not replying, fearing a repeat of her past behavior of ignoring him, a pattern that had played out years ago. Deep down, she yearned to rebuild the connection they once shared and embark on a fresh beginning. However, she recognized the importance of taming her emotions this time around, putting aside the feelings she harbored for him. She needed to interact with him without being overwhelmed by the flutter of butterflies in her stomach, as she had when he was her first love.

After setting her phone aside, Isla buries her face in her palm, a moment of reckoning. This day marks a juncture where she'll confront a pressing internal query: Is her happiness genuine, or is it merely a facade she's been putting on to find solace and divert her attention?

Setting aside her glasses and gently placing her pen down, Isla releases a contented sigh, marking the completion of the ten meticulously crafted chapters within her forthcoming narrative. This new creation, slated for publication's unveiling at the year's close, carries her aspirations and storytelling prowess. A pensive furrow emerges upon her brow, as a curious parallel between the tale of Elyse and Joshua, which she's currently weaving, and the opus she is engrossed in, dawns upon her. Yet, the distinction lies in their alternate existence, each narrative a mirror of the other in a separate realm.

This time, both protagonists stand imbued with liveliness, embarking on a journey toward mutual happiness and comfort, casting off the shackles of their respective pasts. This narrative dances as a spin-off of their story. An undertone of melancholy adorns Isla's smile, acknowledging that Elyse would love the book she's creating.

With a swift glance at her wall clock, noticing that it is almost five, causing her to stand up from her seat. "Shit, I forgot that I have a dinner with Wonwoo!" She exclaims, a tinge of anxiety surfacing as the realization of nearly forgetting due to her engrossment in creativity washes over her.

An entire hour drifted by, marked by Isla's meticulous preparations. With every detail attended to, she finally settled onto her couch, a blend of excitement and impatience coursing through her as she awaited the anticipated message from Wonwoo. As she sat there, she found herself pondering the idea of capturing the moment's radiance through photographs, musing over the notion of sharing her newfound allure on her social media platforms.

Driven by this urge, Isla deftly unlocked her camera app, the pixels of her smartphone lens shimmering in anticipation. With deliberate care, she positioned herself before the lens, capturing the essence of her allure in a carefully curated selfie. The idea of sharing this momentous snapshot bubbled within her, and she settled on Twitter, her virtual haven, where a legion of devoted fans eagerly awaited her updates.

After witnessing her post go viral, a tremendous grin spread across her face. She was elated by the outpouring of affectionate comments from her devoted fans in the comment section. However, the radiance of her smile began to dim as an unexpected notification popped up, an event she had never anticipated.

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written by luna