𝙎𝙄𝙇𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙃𝙀𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝘼𝙆 || Yang Jungwon

11. 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙙

Flashback

The hospital park was bathed in the soft glow of the afternoon sun, casting a warm embrace over Bora and her brother Soobin. Soobin sat in his wheelchair, his face illuminated by a serene smile. Bora walked beside him, her expression a mixture of tenderness and determination.

"Hey Soobin, do you want to go a little faster?" Bora's voice was filled with affection as she gently pushed the wheelchair forward.

Soobin's eyes lit up with excitement, a spark of joy in his gaze. "Faster, Bora! Let's go faster!"

Bora's laughter danced in the air as she picked up the pace, her heart swelling with love for her brother. His infectious laughter echoed, a melody of happiness that resonated within her.

As they moved through the park, Soobin's eyes fixated on the vibrant colors of the flowers, his smile never faltering. Bora's fingers brushed against his, a silent promise of unwavering support.

"You see those flowers, Soobin?" Bora's voice held a gentle wonder. "They're just like you – strong and beautiful."

Soobin's gaze met hers, his eyes filled with a gratitude that words could not convey. "And you're my strength, Bora."

Their bond was unbreakable, a testament to the love they shared as siblings. Bora's heart swelled with pride, and in that moment, the world felt like a place filled with endless possibilities.

They spent hours in the park, sharing stories, dreams, and laughter. The sun began to dip below the horizon, casting a warm orange glow across the sky.

As the sun painted the sky with hues of pink and gold, Bora felt a sense of tranquility wash over her. She glanced at Soobin, his peaceful expression reflecting the beauty of the moment.

"We'll always be together, right, Bora?" Soobin's voice was a whisper, filled with hope.

Bora's grip on his hand tightened, her eyes brimming with tears of love. "Always, Soobin. No matter what."

In that hospital park, surrounded by the splendor of nature and the bond of sibling love, Bora and Soobin's connection was forged even stronger. It was a memory she would forever hold close to her heart, a reminder of the depth of their love and the unbreakable strength they shared.

End of flashback

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The classroom was a pressure cooker of emotions, with Bora and Jake facing off in a tense confrontation. Bora's eyes blazed with a mix of defiance and determination, while Jake's demeanor exuded a chilling confidence.

"Jake," Bora's voice carried a firmness that belied her unease, "I've had enough of your manipulations. I won't let you control me any longer."

Jake's lips curled into a sardonic smile, his gaze locking onto hers. "And how do you plan to escape my grasp, Bora?"

Bora's grip on her backpack tightened, her resolve unwavering. "By exposing your true nature. People need to know what you've done."

Jake's laughter was a sinister echo in the confined space. "You think anyone will believe you? I've covered my tracks well."

A surge of anger surged through her veins. "Maybe not at first, but I won't back down. I'll fight to reveal the truth."

As she turned to leave, her hand on the doorknob, Jake's voice sliced through the air, halting her in her tracks. "Careful, Bora. You're not the only one with secrets."

Bora's breath hitched, her heart pounding erratically. She pivoted slowly to face him, a mixture of fear and curiosity in her eyes.

"What are you talking about?" Her voice was laced with uncertainty.

A twisted smile played on Jake's lips. "Your little secret about your brother, the one you thought was buried deep."

Bora's eyes widened, her heart dropping like a stone. Panic surged within her, threatening to consume her. How could he possibly know about that?

"You weren't the only one there that day, Bora." Jake's tone was laced with malice. "I saw everything."

Jake continued, his voice dripping with malice. "You pulled that plug, ended his fight, let him die."

Bora's legs felt like jelly, her mind reeling. The memory she had worked so hard to suppress resurfaced, vivid and painful.

"That's not true," she whispered, her voice shaky.

Jake's laughter was a venomous echo. "Oh, but it is, Bora. And I'll make sure everyone knows what you did."

Bora stumbled backward, her eyes filling with tears. Her past, the darkest chapter of her life, had been exposed, leaving her feeling exposed and vulnerable.

"No, you can't..." Her voice quivered, her words barely audible.

Jake's laughter was relentless. 

Bora turned and fled the classroom, her emotions in turmoil. Her secret, the one thing she had thought she'd forever keep hidden, was now a weapon in Jake's hands.

In the hallway, students turned their attention to Jake's declaration, whispers spreading like wildfire. 

Gosh, how could she do that to her own brother..?!

Isn't she ashamed of herself?

A group of girls where whispering,

Bora's heart raced as she felt the weight of their gazes on her, judgmental and accusing.

Tears blurred her vision as she ran, her friends' voices calling out behind her, but she couldn't stop. The shame and guilt that had haunted her for years now consumed her, and all she could do was escape, flee from the truth that was now out in the open.

As the chaos unfolded, Jungwon's gaze fixed on Jake, a storm of anger and determination swirling within him. He clenched his fists, his jaw set in a determined line.

"Jake," his voice was a low, controlled growl, "we need to talk."

Jake's laughter echoed, a chilling symphony of a mind twisted by darkness. "Ah, Jungwon, you think you can change anything?"

But Jungwon's resolve burned like fire. "This ends now, Jake. You won't get away with this."

As the confrontation intensified, Bora's world shattered, the truth of her past laid bare for all to see. The shadows that had haunted her were no longer hidden, and the battle for control had taken a dangerous turn.

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