CLUMSY INTERN - CHAPTER 56&57
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Tae Lee came out of the doctor’s office disoriented, the doctor informed him about Min-ji’s condition and he couldn’t help but blame himself for being the world’s worst father.
If only he acted fast… If only he had cleared the air that day maybe Ji-hyo would still be alive and with him, maybe Min-ji wouldn’t have left home
He stared at Eun-Hae scornfully but a part of him felt pity for her. He knew he never treated her like a wife rather she was a stranger to him all the years of their marriage
But still, she was to blame… It was all her fault
Eun-Hae gazed at him with teary eyes, her face red and swollen from the strike she received
“I..I’m sorry” She stuttered, sniffing
“Just..” He rasped and walked away heading towards Min-ji’s ward but stopped when he saw the Kim’s there too, seated on the chair in front of it
“And you are?” He asked, haughtily
“We are Min-ji’s parents” Mr. Kim responded and a frown graced Tae’s face.
Yu-ri scowled at him
“Who are you.. Don’t tell me you want to say you’re her father?” She scoffed
“I am her father” Tae replied and before he could realize what was going on, Mrs. Kim stood to her feet and slapped him so hard that he saw the stars and galaxies above
Alarmed, his guards ran towards him and so did Eun-Hae. Mr. Kim and Yuri smirked at him
Tae gasped palming his cheek painfully
“What, how dare..” Another slap followed before he could complete his statement and this time he fell back luckily caught by his guards
“Madam…stop it please” Eun-Hae pleaded
Mrs. Kim chuckled exasperatedly, and shook her head
“You see, that’s a wife fulfilling her duty and you dare hit her…you think no one saw you? I did and that first slap is for her. No matter what grudges you hold against her, you shouldn’t have hit her at least not here, you idiot!… Do you even know what she’s going through? She sent her own daughter to jail without remorse and she’s here for another daughter and you think she’s fine, gosh, you’re so lucky I’m not your wife, I swear on my name Kim Mina, I would’ve ki||ed you with my fists” She snapped
Eun-Hae bit her lip, she was grateful but saddened at the same time
“Min-ji’s father? Father my foot! Where were you when she was in highschool, on her graduation, when she got her first job, when she spent her first pay, when she got another better job and when she celebrated multiple birthdays… You were never there, we were! We laughed and cried with her, we did everything for her so you don’t have any right whatsoever to call yourself her father. You don’t even have any right to be here so leave. NOW!!”
Tae flinched, shaking from her fiery gaze.. He glanced at Eun-Hae with a sad sigh
He had no idea Nari was in jail… He was so confined in his thoughts
What happened to his family, despite having so much…he has nothing. He missed Ji-hyo all of a sudden, he loved only her but then Eun-Hae..
“I’m sorry, I hit you..I wasn’t thinking straight” He mouthed and she nodded
” Me too..for Anna” Eun-Hae walked away sobbing
A nurse came by and asked them to keep their voices down
Tae sighed and glanced at the ward before leaving with his guards
“Badass!” Yuri hugged her mom but was pushed away
“Go away, Nincompoop”
“So-hee’s coming back tomorrow” Mr. Kim reminded and they sighed not knowing what to say
“She did say she was bringing her boyfriend” Yuri chuckled, “I wonder who’s so dumb to like her.. gosh, he must be nerdy too” She added and the knock Mrs. Kim landed on her head was enough to push her to the ground
“Eomma!!”
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Ace had been seated on the stool in Min-ji’s ward for over an hour just staring at her pale and bruised face
“We have to wait till she regains consciousness..”
The doctor’s words kept ringing in his head
“Min-ji for my sake please wake up” He kissed her knuckles and sighed thinking about her legs
There’s no way he would watch her lose them, they had a lot of plans already. Even at at that he mentally prepared himself, he was not going to leave her no matter what
“She’s a strong girl… She’s going to be fine” He looked back and saw Mr. Kim smiling at him
He moved forward and took a closer look at Min-ji
“She’s going to be fine and fit too..for So-hee” He whispered
••••
< NEXT DAY >
“Why do you look so upset, is there any problem?” Rhett asked behind So-hee, she turned to him shaking her head
They were out in the farm field. Ella and Felix were back home packing their stuff so they could leave
“It’s just weird, Min-ji isn’t picking my calls and she’s not calling too” She whined
“Stop being a baby…Maybe she’s busy think about it… didn’t you say she was staying at her boyfriend’s place?” He winked and she gasped feeling flustered
Even his unsaid words are naughty
He moved closer to her and backhugged her, then lifted the camera up to take a photo of them
It came out perfect, she was smiling brightly while he was looking at her also smiling
“Let’s take another one” She suggested and he nodded now standing beside her, he made to take the picture but turned just when she was too and their lips collided
“Your lips are addictive..” He muttered and kissed her deeply and she quickly reciprocated matching his pace
The kiss was passionate and filled with emotions, she clutched him tightly while his hands was wrapped firmly round her waist
“Hmm..”
They disengaged with their lips making cute sounds before glaring at the person who interrupted their moment
It was the twins and they were all smiles. So-hee blushed and covered her face shyly
“We came to get you guys but..”
“Maybe we should go” Mandy completed her sister’s statement
“Yes go… go” Rhett said in dismissal and held So-hee who kept giggling. He looked so cute with the pout on his face
“So you guys aren’t leaving anymore?”
“Aww… I don’t want to go again, I love this place” So-hee gushed throwing her hands up in the air
“We can always come visit… Just me and you” Rhett whispered and she gasped looking sideways
” Aww… So cute” The twins cooed
They finally got to the front of the apartment where, Ella and Felix were done packing
Madam Momo was also there, she was holding a big tiffin
“I made my special rice cakes for you guys to eat when you get home” She said, handing it to So-hee
After saying their goodbyes, they got into the car with Rhett behind the steering wheel this time since they wouldn’t risk So-hee causing an accident again
“Bye..” So-hee waved at them as the car drove off
She sighed and leaned back on the chair
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< SHINE >
“So everyone got hooked in two weeks and I’m still single” Vivian sighed, looking at the photos of Clement and Hana on a beach
Hana giggled, she, Clement, Soo-min and Sojun were back the previous day so they came to work today
“He’s my better half” She winked at Clement who smirked in return
They’re now dating
“I’m still shocked, that So-hee and Rhett are a couple now.. jeez, and we thought she liked Felix all along” Soo-min said
Vivian nodded
“And poor Felix, he really likes her, I wonder how he’s doing” Hana replied
“He’ll get over it besides Rhett texted that they’re on their way. You guys can console him then. Honestly I think, So-hee and Rhett are a perfect match… Miss naive and her charming boss. They’re so cute together, don’t you think?” Vivian gushed and they agreed
“She’s right… Felix would’ve frustrated her life if they ended up together” Clement laughed
” Hey, where’s Lucy, I haven’t seen her since I got here… I need to show her these photos and I got Jasmin tea for her too” Soo-min pouted pointing at Lucy’s desk
Vivian gasped, she didn’t notice that Lucy wasn’t around, is she okay? She picked her phone about to call her but she got a call instead
Lucy!
Her heart jumped
“Lucy..”
“Vivian” Lucy called weakly, Vivian didn’t hesitate she ran out immediately
” Hey, miss shine..” Hana called, “What’s up with her?” She asked and they shrugged returning to their desks
“I never wanted to see the end of the vacation… I’m already exhausted” Sojun whined and they laughed
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< MRS. KIM’S STORE >
Yuri was the one in the store. Mrs. Kim went to the hospital early to stay with Min-ji. Luckily it was a Saturday so she stayed back
Though she was there , she was lost in thoughts, saddened by the fact that Min-ji was in the hospital unconscious, probably would never walk again and with all that was happening, So-hee was also on her way back
She knew how devastated she’d be… So-hee literally spent half of her life with Min-ji, they’re super close, they complete each other
She sighed sadly and placed her hand under her chin, she didn’t notice when Gavin walked in
He smiled and tapped her. She jumped in fright
“H..Hey Gavin. What are you doing here?” She blinked, and he smiled
“Here… Can’t I come see you?” He dropped a pack of chocolates on the table
“Thanks” She smiled, touching the bars. She picked one and tore it open then started eating
“Why do you look so pale…is everything okay?” He asked standing close to her, she nodded as she stuffed more into her mouth
It’s been quite long she ate chocolates so she was savoring it…
She felt Gavin’s gaze on her, she looked at him but he didn’t look away. The air between them was awkward filled, she dropped the chocolate slowly
“Is there anything on my face?” She asked but he held her shoulders and brought his face closer to her’s almost kissing her but she moved back swiftly
“What are you doing..?” She rasped
Gavin gulped and scratched his head, he looked at her again
“Yuri.. I think I like you… I like you a lot” He blurted and she sighed, she’s known ever since but couldn’t stop him…
“I know…”
“So..”
“I’m sorry, I can like you back Gavin, let’s just remain friends. Sorry” She muttered and his face fell
He nodded, feeling his heart getting pricked. He tried his luck but got rejected, he just hopes she changes her mind but till then…
Moments later, he bad her goodbye and left dejectedly
Yu-ri sighed as she watched him leave, she picked the chocolate and munched on it crazily
“I like that jerk next door… Unfortunately” She mumbled and pushed it into her mouth
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< LUCY’S PLACE >
“You keep asking the same thing over and over… I said I’m fine, just had a headache” Lucy smiled and Vivian chuckled lowly
She placed the cup of coffee she made on the table and sat beside her on the couch
“Thanks…” Lucy smiled
“I was worried cos you sounded weak when you called, please be fine Lucy” Vivian said, almost crying and Lucy laughed
“I’m fine miss shine, I can’t make it to work today tho.. I’m tired, stayed up all night talking and coordinating the printing press, these are some of the works I completed last night.. Please give them to Rhett when he arrives” Lucy said and Vivian sniffed
Lucy looked at her, worriedly
“Hey what’s wrong?”
“I know..” Vivian muttered
“Huh?”
“I know about your illness, stop lying to me… Stop lying to yourself. Why didn’t you tell us, huh? I’m scared for you Lucy” Vivian was crying now, Lucy blinked twice, her throat went dry instantly
How did she know?… Did she know everything?
“What are you talking about Vivian, I’m fine” She lied, nervously
“Stop lying, I saw your reports. I took a peep when you left for a meeting last week. I’m sorry for prying but.. ”
Lucy let her tears flow
“Vivian, please don’t tell anyone about this”
“So you admit, but why… What if.. ” Lucy trialed and Lucy’s heart stopped for a while
If only Vivian knew, she was half dead already
“I’m going to be fine.. I have doctor’s appointment and follow up treatment” She grinned
” Please take it seriously okay… Please” Vivian hugged her and she nodded
” I’m sorry” She whispered, sobbing silently
” Please don’t tell anyone okay, promise me” She requested
” Okay” Vivian mumbled, and she sighed
•••••
< 4PM ~ POLICE STATION >
A loud slap resounded in the station. It came from a room, the same room where Anna was cuffed sitting on a chair
Her hair was sprawled over her face and her lips bursted
Eun-Hae was standing across the table with a frown on her face, she’s the one who slapped her
“Anna Lee Nari!!” She yelled, ruffling her hair. Her make up was smudged and face red, she had stress lines on her forehead too
She looked miserable, very miserable. She couldn’t sleep all night with Ji-hyo and Min-ji’s predicament haunting her
Eun-Hae was exhausted. She’d slapped Anna with everything in her
“Why?? Anna I gave you everything you wanted, everything!!”
“You didn’t give me everything, you didn’t give me a family. I wanted my own family not some borrowed piece of nonsense. My so called dad never regarded me as his daughter, to him I’m just a shareholder in his company, but Min-ji got his love even when she wasn’t around, it’s NOT FAIR!. This is all your fault, you caused this. I h@?? you, LEAVE!! Leave me alone!!” Anna screamed back and she staggered backwards, shock written all over her face
Her lips were trembling
“And Min-ji, even if she survives the torture I put her through, I made sure she lives with a scar… Mother, she’ll never walk again” Anna laughed manically and Eun-Hae burst into tears
She was tired, drained and done with everything, she just wants to die
Slowly, she retreated and left the room but Anna’s laughter was still echoing in the building
Eun-Hae walked out of the station and instead of going to her car , she faced the road and started walking towards it so deeply engrossed in her head
She was almost going in the middle of the road when someone held her back, spinning her around
It was minister Lee
“Are you insane? You want to die just like Ji-hyo did?” He barked and she blinked, her gaze becoming blurry
“I’m sorry. It’s all my fault!”
“Get a grip of yourself… Eun-Hae!” He hadn’t completed her statement when she fell into his arms unconscious
“Eun-Hae!!”
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AN HOUR LATER…
Rhett’s car came to a screeching halt in front of the Kim’s premises. He looked at So-hee who was sleeping cutely in the passenger’s seat, he’d dropped Felix and Ella off, and even had dinner with So-hee but she asleep again
He chuckled softly and leaned towards her then pecked her cheek, she woke up slowly
“We’re here apple” He said sweetly and she smiled. A cute yawn left her lips and she stretched
” You’re still sleepy?” He asked and she nodded
“Oh… I’m sorry for stressing you out” He apologized and she shook her head
” I’m just tired. Not because of you, I love hanging out with you” She said coyly and he smiled rubbing her palm. He took it to his lips and placed a short kiss on it
“I love you..” He said with a small smile
“I love you too” She bit her lip then looked out through the window
“Let’s go see my parents, they must be waiting and Min-ji too” She giggled and rushed out of the car then ran into the house like she kept a treasure there
Rhett laughed and picked the bag of fresh fruits they bought before alighting the car
He dipped his other hand in his pocket as he walked to the house
“Is he a nerd too. Or wait, is he that Felix uncle I saw the other time? Aww so unfortunate for him” Yuri laughed as So-hee chased her around the house
” Kim Yuri, I h@?? you so much
” Me too. Very mutual” Yuri grinned and halted abruptly when Rhett entered
“Holy holy Kim Mina!” She gasped leaving her mouth agape, he’s so handsome, too good to be true
Kim So-hee was dating this demigod?
He looks loaded too
“OMG brother-in-law. I love your style” She gave him a thumbs up and he chuckled
“You idiot.. where is mom and dad” So-hee said as she collected the bag from Rhett
” So he’s the one… Gawd, brother-in-law please take me to school tomorrow, I need to show off this hot stuff” Yuri grinned bashing her lashes cutely and Rhett laughed at her cuteness
She made him sit down and sat staring dreamily at him
So-hee kept looking around in the kitchen and down to the garden for her parents
“Yuri where’s Appa… And mom where has she gone, she’s always at home” She placed her hands on her waist, staring at Yuri
Yuri’s expression suddenly changed to a sad one, and So-hee didn’t fail to notice
She blinked
“Yuri tell me… What happened here and Min-ji? Did she get a new SIM?” She asked impatiently
” Eonni… She’s fine, everything’s fine… ” Yuri stuttered biting her lip. Something she does when she’s lying and to top it all, she was at the verge of tears
“Yu-ri!” So-hee called sternly
“Eonni, she.. she was.. she’s in the hospital” Yu-ri said and burst into tears
So-hee cleared her throat while Rhett stood up
“Who… Is in the hospital?” She asked hoarsely
” Min-ji”
” What..! ” So-hee staggered backwards but Rhett held her
“Mom and Dad are with her.. ”
” What? ” So-hee shouted again
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TBC