In His Arms: Chapter 15

Eun Hye woke up extra early to help her parents fix everything they needed and send them off. She stood up from her bed and looked at the boxes all around her. The night before, she packed everything she can in her room into boxes and bags, leaving only the bed, her table and dresser.

She quickly stood up and packed the pillows and blanket on her bed into the remaining empty boxes. She went down after washing up, and headed to the dining room to have breakfast only to see Ji Hoon happily chatting with her parents over breakfast.

“Yah! Why are you here so early—no… Why are you here, in the first place? …This early?” Eun Hye was shocked to see him there.

Ji Hoon was about to answer when her father answered. “I called him up. Figured Ji Hoon could help you bring your stuff to your new apartment.”

“Appa~!” Eun Hye replied in embarrassment.

“It’s alright, Eun Hye.” Ji Hoon reassured her. “Why don’t you have breakfast first? Then, we could start moving your things there.” He smiled and patted the seat beside him, urging her to sit beside him.

After eating breakfast, Eun Hye and Ji Hoon went to the airport to send Mr. and Mrs. Yoon off. Once they were there, Eun Hye couldn’t help but cry seeing her parents migrate to another country. She hugged both of them tightly.

“Umma, appa.” Eun Hye said in between sobs. “I’ll miss you very much! Can you not go?”

By this time, her mother was also crying. “Whose decision was it to be left behind?” Mrs. Yoon tried to lighten the mood. “Don’t worry. Two years isn’t a long time. Your appa and I will wait for you in America.” Mrs. Yoon hugged her daughter really tight.

“Be a good girl, Eun Hye. Don’t give Ji Hoon a hard time.” He said with a smile. “And, graduate with honors for us. We’ll see you in two years.” He also hugged Eun Hye before walking towards Ji Hoon, who was watching them from a short distance. “Take care of my daughter for us, Ji Hoon. We’ll contact both of you once in a while.”

“I will Mr. Yoon.” Ji Hoon said.

“Call me appa, Ji Hoon. Appa.” Mr. Yoon smiled.

“Arasseo, appa. I promise to take care of your daughter.”

Both Ji Hoon and Eun Hye waved goodbye before heading back to the car to start transferring things from the house to the apartment. Eun Hye was still sobbing a bit as they both walked.

Ji Hoon hesitated at first but eventually hugged her. “It’s alright. Two years isn’t a long time.”

“I know…” She paused. “But, I’ll miss them so much. From now on, I’ll be doing things on my own… having meals on my own, living on my own.”

“Hush.” Ji Hoon hugged her tighter. “Don’t worry, I’m here. I’ll have meals with you if you want.” He gently pushed her a bit, looked at her, and gave her a smile. “I can even live with you, if you want.” He joked with a smirk on his face.

“You will?” Eun Hye said.

Ji Hoon’s eyes lit. “Sure. I’ll move in with you.”

Eun Hye smacked Ji Hoon’s shoulder with such a force that made him wince in pain. “Yah, as if!”

She was just joking… Aish.

“But it’d be nice to have meals with you. I need the company.” She said with a smile. “Now hurry, we have a lot of things to do.” She grabbed his hands and hurried for the car parked a few meters away.

As soon as they reached the Yoon’s residence, they took out the necessary things and packed them in the moving truck, leaving only a few pieces of furniture which the boarders can use. After which, they drove to Eun Hye’s new home, just a few blocks away from Ji Hoon’s house.

Eun Hye one-by-one placed the boxes inside, while Ji Hoon and the moving people took care of the furniture. Once they finished placing everything inside, Eun Hye fell on the couch and rested her eyes for a few minutes.

Ji Hoon took a look at his watch and saw that it’s already 7 pm. “Eun Hye, are you hungry?”

With her eyes closed, Eun Hye nodded.

“Do you want me to cook dinner for you?” He asked.

“Can you?” Eun Hye replied, somehow questioning his cooking skills.

“Yah, do you think I can’t cook?” He said irritatingly.
Eun Hye nodded and smiled, playfully sticking out her tongue. “Well then, go cook something. I’m really hungry!” She said laughing. “Wake me up when you’re done.” She jokingly commanded.

“Arasseo, my princess.” He played along, bowing down in front of her. After which, he started preparing dinner for the both of them.

After an hour of cooking and preparing, Ji Hoon went to the couch and kneeled beside it, extending his hand to Eun Hye’s face. “Princess…” He said, gently tapping her cheeks. “Princess, wake up. Dinner’s ready.”

Eun Hye slowly opened her eyes and saw Ji Hoon’s face directly in front of hers. She stretched a bit and sat up. Ji Hoon offered his hands, and led her to the dining room.

“Whoa! You prepared all this?” She was amazed by the dishes Ji Hoon prepared for her.

“Your umma did teach me a few tips and tricks.” He smiled. “Let’s eat, shall we… princess?”

She smiled too. “Arasseo.”

Dinner has been quiet, with both Eun Hye and Ji Hoon eating heartily, while stealing glances of each other whenever they can.

After dinner, Eun Hye decided to wash the dishes when Ji Hoon stopped her. “Hey, a princess’ not supposed to be washing dishes.” He took the dishes from her and started washing them.

“I’m no princess, but if you insist.” She gave him the other dishes.

“Why don’t you go sleep instead? You look exhausted even after your quick nap.”

“Are you sure? You’re spoiling me too much.” She asked.

“Ne. Go ahead, princess. Go sleep.” He chuckled and pushed her to go to her bedroom.

“Chalja.” Eun Hye smiled.

Ji Hoon nodded and smiled at her. I wish it would always be like this. He continued washing the dishes.

After washing, he checked on Eun Hye to see if she’s fast asleep. He tucked her in and said his good night before leaving the apartment, making sure the door is well-locked.