It's been almost a week. Sonny's father remains the same. She wishes every night for him to wake up but every day that passes, she loses hope.

"Got you a cup of water", Jungkook sat next to her while holding the cup in front of her but she shook her head.

"I don't want anything", she answered.

"I know you're hurting but you need to hydrate yourself, especially with that gunshot wound not healing fast enough. You haven't eaten a proper meal in two days. How do you expect to get better when you're not taking care of yourself?", Jungkook asked.

"And how do you expect me to focus on myself when my father is lying unconscious on a bed, not knowing whether he'll wake up?? I don't care about me, Jungkook. I'm not gonna be able to focus on anything until my father wakes up. I don't even know what I'll do if he doesn't..", she mumbled, forcing the tears in.

"He'll wake up. It takes time for some people. But your father is a strong person. He's healing from the inside and out", he looked down at her hand and intertwined it with his before continuing, "I heard it helps if you talk to him."

"How does that help?", she asked.

"I don't know. I'm sure he can hear you though. He won't like hearing that you're not taking care of yourself. I understand that you love your father and you're putting him first but he'll become stronger if you make yourself stronger too", he said.

"...have you checked on Rose?", she asked.

"Yes. She misses you. She was a bit fussy for the first few days. All of this hiding and running away is over now. Your aunt said she'd bring Rose-"

"NO....I don't want her anywhere near my dad. Bringing Rose is just an excuse to talk crap about my family. Do you think you can pick her up?", she asked.

Jungkook nodded before softly squeezing her hand.

"Sure. I'll pick up a few things from your place as well", he smiled before taking out his phone to call her aunt.

While he was gone, Sonny held her father's hand all while looking at the machines connected to him. She tried not to think about the worst case scenario and only smiled.

"I don't know if you can hear me. Jungkook says you can but....I don't know. It feels like I'm alone here. I wish you were awake to tell me things are gonna be okay. I know I've been a brat. I'm sorry. Everyone's life seems so perfect. I wanted to be like them. That's why I haven't been telling you anything that's been going on. I didn't want you to worry. I still don't want to. But it's not fair that I tell Jungkook and not you. Now I know why you hired him. He doesn't give up. He's seriously annoying though. Doesn't know what personal space is. But I guess that's what bodyguards do....I think I need help again. He made me realize that. I'm not eating. I feel like if I do, everyone's gonna be looking at me. I'm 18 and I don't even have any friends. It's pathetic isn't it? I know you're gonna say it isn't and that it'll take time. But how much time? Then again, I don't mind being alone. You and Rose are all I need", she said.

Her grip tightened around his hand as she forced her tears from coming out.

About a few hours later, Jungkook came back to the hospital with Rose in his arms, sleeping away. Usually they don't let kids upstairs into the hospital rooms but they gave him a pass. When he entered the room, Sonny was asleep. She had her head resting on the bed as her hand stayed latched onto her father's.

There was a chair that turned into a bed near the corner of the room. Jungkook carefully placed Rose on it, putting a blanket over her before placing the other stuff on the ground. He took off his jacket and placed it on Sonny. She softly groaned as her eyes opened.

When she noticed him, she sat up and spotted Rose on the small bed.

"She's fine. Sleep", Jungkook said.

"I'm not tired anymore", she said.

He sat next to her and exhaled, turning his head and examined her.

"Does it still hurt?", he asked, referring to the now stitched up gunshot wound.

"No..not really. Not when I'm awake", she said.

"What do you mean?", he asked.

"Well....I've been having bad dreams lately. When I do, it starts to hurt. I can't really remember what the dreams were about...but I can guess. I hear this voice..I don't know who's but it's creepy. It reminded me of what Mr. Chang said. What if it's him?", she asked.

"Sonny, he was trying to get in your head. To freak you out. That man was sick and psychotic. I wish you didn't had to see what he did to himself. I'm just glad you're okay", he said.

"..I don't know if I'm okay. Everything is gonna be different from now on and I don't know if I'm okay with that", she said.

"Do you wanna talk about it?", he asked, making sure this time to not overstep.

She shrugged her shoulders and put her feet up onto the chair to hug her knees.

"What if...he doesn't wake up? I know you're gonna say not to think about that but I have to so I'll be prepared just in case. What will happen? I'm pretty sure I don't have a job anymore and people don't hire that easily. How am I gonna take care of Rose? I don't want my aunt to be responsible for her. I'm gonna be alone", she huffed out a breath.

"You wouldn't be alone. You have me", he said.

"You would be out of a job too. You'd be better off with a family who can actually afford to pay you", she said.

"Didn't I mention I'm not doing this for the money? Or did you forget already? Whatever happens, I'll be here. If you wanna talk, I'm ready to listen. If you wanna yell at someone, I'm all ears. If you just wanna hit something or you're angry, I'm your punching bag. If you need company but don't wanna talk, I'm there. If you need a hug, my arms will be open. I'm not going anywhere", he said.

"That's disgusting", she said.

Jungkook tried not to laugh loud at her comment. He softly squeezed her hand before looking at her father. He was about to pull his hand away but she quickly grabbed it and intertwined it with hers, feeling warmth. She sat closer to him and rested her head on his shoulder, sighing as she got comfortable.

"You don't think this is disgusting?", Jungkook asked.

"I still hate you....but a little less", she said.

"Noted", he smiled to himself, glancing at Rose to see if she's still asleep.

About an hour later, a lady came into the hospital room, looking distressed. Sonny raised an eyebrow and was about to ask if she needed help but the lady spoke up and asked if there were any changes with Sonny's father's condition.

"No changes yet", Jungkook answered.

"Who are you?", Sonny asked.

The lady glanced at her and then at Jungkook.

"So this is Sonny?", the lady asked to which Jungkook nodded.

"I didn't think we'd meet like this. I'm Heidi. I met your father a few months back", she smiled.

"Oh. You're a client of his?", Sonny asked.

Heidi seemed a bit hesitant as she looked back at Jungkook.

"You don't know..that's right. I completely forgot. I was a client of his but as we met up for my case, we got to know each other over coffee and dinner", Heidi said.

"Oh-Kay? So you're friends?", Sonny asked.

Jungkook faced Sonny before taking her hands in his.

"Sonny, your father has been seeing this woman. They're together", he said.

Sonny seemed shocked and didn't want to believe it. She pulled her hands away and shook her head.

"This isn't a time to make jokes", she said.

"I wouldn't make any jokes. Sonny, I've been wanting to meet you-"

"Get out. I don't want you here", Sonny said, standing up to get in her face but Jungkook stood in between them.

Sonny was so close to yelling but Heidi agreed to step outside. When she was out of the room, Jungkook scolded her and said that was rude.

Rolling her eyes, she turned away while folding her arms over her chest.

"You knew all of these months and you didn't tell me. How do you want me to be honest with you when you have all of these secrets that have to do with me. You could've mentioned it", she muttered.

"Your father made me swear not to tell you. He wanted to get to know her first just in case. She's not a bad person Sonny. If you get to know her-"

"I don't want to get to know her!", Sonny interrupted him, almost startling Rose.

She turned again and was about to walk out but Jungkook grabbed her wrist.

"Should I remind you that you're 18 years old and not five?? How can anyone have a decent conversation with you when all you do is walk away?? Try acting like a reasonable adult", he said.

Sonny glared at him before yanking her wrist away. As she stepped out of the room, her eyes pierced right through Heidi's, pausing for a second before sitting on one of the chairs outside of the room. Her back was facing Heidi.. She wanted to speak to her but giving her space will calm her down.

Jungkook exhaled, pinching the bridge of his nose. He decided not to go after her right away. If she has time to think about everything and when it processes, then he will take to her. For now, he'll rest.

About a half hour later, Jungkook walked out of the room and spotted Sonny on the chair. When she saw him, she looked down as she hugged her knees. He sat down on the chair next to her and looked around.

"I know you don't want to hear this. I get that you're angry. I would be too if someone didn't tell me something like that. The memories and feelings your father had with your mother, he will always cherish that and never forget. Do you want him to be happy?", he asked.

"He can be happy. Without her", she answered.

"That's a bit selfish, don't you think? What if he wants to find love? That doesn't mean your mother means any less to him", he said.

Sonny heard footsteps and can see a pair of purple shoes nearby.

"I brought you two some coffee", Heidi said.

She handed one to Jungkook and held the other one for Sonny but seeing as she didn't move or look at her, Jungkook smiled and grabbed it for her, thanking Heidi. She walked back to the other chair she was sitting on and drank her coffee while flipping through some papers.

"Here", Jungkook said, holding the coffee in front of her.

"I don't want it", she said.

He placed both cups of coffee on the ground and changed his posture.

"Sonny, you can't expect your father to live his life alone. I know he has you and Rose but what if he wants to share his life with someone else? You're seriously not okay with that?", he asked.

"My mom died two years ago. And they've been seeing each other for months now? He got over my mom so quick. That means he doesn't care. It's all because of her", she said.

"Everyone's grieving period is different. That doesn't mean they don't care. Of course he cares. She wants to get to know you and Rose. There are a lot of people out there who are the opposite. They only care about their partners and not their partner's children. And if she treated him like crap, he would be unhappy. Did he look unhappy to you?", he asked.

"...no..but-"

"The only times he looked unhappy was when he's worried about you. He knows you haven't been well. But he didn't want to force you to tell him how you felt. He wants you to be happy. So why can't you feel the same? Just give her a chance", he softly smiled and lightly patted her knee before grabbing his cup of coffee and going back inside the room.

Sonny sighed and glanced down at her cup of coffee, hesitating before picking it up and taking a small sip. She kept thinking and realized maybe she overreacted. Then again she doesn't want her father being with anyone because all she thinks about is how her mother will feel. And it is selfish to keep her father from seeing anyone.

"Hi, Sonny. Can we talk? You don't have to but can you listen to me? I really want to talk to you", Heidi stepped forward before sitting on the chair that Jungkook sat down on.

Sonny prepared herself for what she's about to hear. Heidi didn't look so bad. Although her clothes were quite questionable. Very colorful clothes. And a small wool beanie to keep her head warm.

"I know it was all sudden, our meeting. And I understand that you're acting this way. You want to protect what your father and mother had. Your father tells me a lot of stories. Even about you. I want to tell you that I'm not trying to replace your mother. I can't replace that special connection they had and I don't want to. I want to be your friend. And I wanna gain your trust and get to know you", Heidi said.

"Why? Looks like all you need is my father and his money. You were his client. You think you can get his money by seducing him?", Sonny rolled her eyes and scoffed.

"No. My feelings for your father are true and genuine. I didn't accept any money he offered. Look, he helped me leave my husband who has been very abusive. He helped me get through things I couldn't on my own. I might not be around his age but I'm also not the type of person who chooses money over love", Heidi said.

"..you love him?", Sonny asked.

Heidi fixed her coat and thought about the day she realized her heart beats uncontrollably whenever around him.

"I'd be lying if I said no. As soon as I found out about you and your sister, I tried to convince your father to tell you about us but he didn't want you to worry. He told me you were focusing on getting into an Arts Program for University. He also mentioned you didn't want him to pay for your tuition. He has told me a lot and that made me want to meet you even more. I was like you at your age. I would keep to myself and put others before me. I never liked other people paying for my stuff or giving me money for things I needed. I like to earn money myself", Heidi said.

"How long have you been seeing my father?", Sonny asked.

"About five months", Heidi said.

"Are you still married?", Sonny asked.

Heidi shook her head before saying, "Not anymore. Your father helped me get a divorce and a restraining order. I'm not playing any games here. Now, I do want us to get to know each other. I would love for you to get to know me and if you still don't have a good feeling about me, I won't see your father anymore", Heidi said.

"Why would you do that? You said you love him", Sonny said.

"Yeah but I'd rather not see his own children going against him", Heidi said.

Jungkook scooted Rose off the edge of the bed and made sure she was comfortable, covering her once again with a blanket. He stood up straight as he saw Sonny walking in. She showed an apologetic smile and stepped aside to let Heidi in. She walked over to sit on the chair and held Sonny's father's hand.

Sonny carefully sat next to Rose and laid down before resting her head. She tried to stay awake but fell asleep a few minutes later.

Jungkook stayed quiet as Heidi had her moment with Sonny's father. He stood nearby and glanced at Sonny, observing how quietly she's sleeping. Usually she snores and he tries not to tease her about it.

Heidi's eyes went back and forth from Jungkook to Sonny, smiling afterwards.

"I know that look anywhere", Heidi said.

"What? What are you talking about?", Jungkook asked.

"The look you're giving Sonny. It's the same look I give her father", she said.

He raised an eyebrow and shook his head.

"I'm her bodyguard-"

"You're their bodyguard", she corrected him.

"She's five years younger than me-"

"I'm 12 years younger than him. What does age have to do with it?", Heidi asked.

"I know what you're implying but she's like a younger sister to me", Jungkook said.

"No brother looks at their sister the way you look at Sonny. When you first mentioned her, I felt like something was up. But now it makes more sense. The way you talk about her, your tone of voice seems like the kind of protection you have towards her is infinite. It's different. Have you ever had moments with her when it's just the two of you and you don't want it to end? Or when your heart aches because she's hurting and all you wanna do is comfort her. I heard about all the hardships she went through. I'm sure you were by her side 24/7. Not just as her bodyguard, but as her friend. The connection you two have can't be broken. Just know that", Heidi explained.

~~~

It was around 4 in the morning when Sonny was sweating in her sleep, mumbling incoherent words. Jungkook had to wake her up because he was reminded about the bad dreams that cause the wound to hurt more. She quickly opened her eyes and looked around. When she realized it was the hospital room, she sighed and sat up.

"Is it hurting?", Jungkook asked as she winced while holding her arm.

"I'm okay", she answered, "Where's Heidi?"

"She had to go home. She said she'll be back in a few hours", Jungkook said.

Sonny carefully stood up and stretched. She stared at her father and wondered if he really is happy with Heidi.

"Have you been in love Jungkook?", Sonny asked him.

Her question caused him to become flustered.

"I was more focused on my job. Why are you asking? Did you fall in love with a doctor or something?", he joked.

"NO...I just want to know how it feels. To me, it's confusing. I read that being in love feels like you're excited about something and feel butterflies in your stomach. But I feel like that all the time, except for the moments when I just want to push someone off a cliff", she said.

He chuckled.

"I've never been in love. But I feel like I'll know when I'm in love. The feeling of warmth, I imagine. It's like feeling at home and being comfortable with that person. I'd do whatever I can to see that person happy and I want their smile to permanently stay in my mind so I can train my brain to have that as my goal every time I see them. I want that person to know that I'll work hard to show my love for them and remind them everyday that they mean so much to me. I'd risk my own life for that person", he said.

"..what happened to the old badass Jungkook that looks scary as hell when showing muscles?", she asked.

"Hey, badass people can fall in love too, you know? But then again, you're just a shrimp", he smirked.

She scoffed and raised a fist in the air.

"I'm not afraid to use this", she said, pointing at her hand.

"I'm not scared of you. And you think your tiny hand will hurt me? I'm pretty sure a fly can bruise you easily", he joked.

Sonny mocked Jungkook and walked towards the window.

"Fine. How do you think you'd feel?", he asked.

"..I don't know. Safe, maybe. Physically and mentally. I'd want that person to accept me even after knowing my past. There were so many people who turned their backs on me. Gaining my trust isn't that easy, because of that....but I don't know. There aren't many people who pay any attention to me. That probably makes me a loser", she said, turning to look over her shoulder.

Jungkook walked over and stood next to her.

"You just turned 18. You have plenty of time to have that. And those people who turned their backs on you, they missed out on someone amazing. None of that makes you a loser. It just made you stronger", he said.

She slightly chuckled and shook her head.

"Do you think any of them could've been through what I did? They're probably getting ready for college or maybe they already have a nice career going on. I don't even think I'm gonna graduate high school. Or go to the Arts Program. How will my dad be proud of me if things don't go right?", she said.

"He's already proud of you. So am I. And nothing is impossible. You will graduate and you will get into that program. You're a very smart and talented person. I've said so many times. I've seen how much you've changed these past two years and nothing makes me happier than seeing you in your element. You tell different stories when you connect with your art. When people see those stories, they're gonna want to see more. Just like I do", he said.

"I think you're too confident in everything. Don't you ever have bad thoughts?", she asked.

"Only when I don't do my job. You have to stop thinking about all the negatives. It makes you frown and you'll end up getting wrinkles", he joked, poking her forehead but she pushed his hand away.

"I don't get a lot of positives so I don't know what else to do", she said.

"Am I not a positive?", he joked once again to make her feel better.

"I'd say you're an equal sign. You're so and so. Though you helped us a lot. Especially with Rose. Because my dad works so much, you're always there even when I tried to push you away. Now I'm kinda realizing how mean I was to you. I treated you the way people treated me. I don't know how you dealt with me. I must've been really annoying", she said.

"OH you have no idea", he said, causing her to scoff and punch him on the arm.

He laughed and held her hand, staring at it before looking up into her eyes. He let go but stepped forward to lightly push a few strands of hair behind her ear. She felt his hand on her cheek and then a slight warm feeling in her stomach.

Jungkook shook his head and pulled away as he said, "I'm gonna get something for us to eat."

As he walked out of the room, Sonny kept her hand on her cheek and then her stomach.

"Maybe food is a good idea", she mumbled to herself.

~~~

Rose woke up about an hour later. She walked around the room while smiling at Jungkook. Sonny was sitting on the chair, drawing on the notepad that Jungkook got for her for her birthday. At first it started off as doodles but then turned to be a drawing of her father, Rose, and even Jungkook. She spent a lot of time on details, making sure his tattoos came out exactly how they are. She even defined his muscles.

Sonny moved her pencil towards his face and drew his eyes. His doe-like eyes. They change whenever he's really angry. It's like a different person. But when he's calm, he's like a baby which is weird to say.

She stopped drawing to glance up from the notepad. Her eyes landed on Jungkook who's playing with a Rose. He smiled so wide that his eyes were completely shut. Rose couldn't stop hugging him. Then she felt her heart pound against her chest. She gasped and placed her hand on her chest, getting the attention of Jungkook.

"Are you okay??", he asked, instantly going towards her to check.

"I feel like I can't breathe", she said, inhaling and exhaling deeply.

"Are you having a panic attack? Or is it something internally-"

"No...I'm fine. I just need to get some fresh air", she said, standing up and walking out of the room.

Sonny has to step out but once she did, she couldn't stop her heart from racing and beating so hard that she felt like it's going to explode.

She sat down on a chair and looked around. Everyone looked blurry and distorted as the voices became unclear. She held her head and tried to figure out what one of the staff members were asking. They couldn't finish their question as Sonny passed out.

When Sonny woke up, she was back on a hospital bed. Looking around, she met eyes with Jungkook.

"What happened?", she asked.

"You fainted. You had an infection which is common with this type of gunshot wound. Became worse because you haven't been eating", he said, scooting the chair closer.

She sighed and tried sitting up but he told her not to move.

"I'm starting to think I have bad luck", she said.

"Not entirely. Your father is awake", he said.

Sonny's eyes widened and asked a bunch of questions.

"He's fine. And he's aware. The police are talking to him right now. Rose is with Heidi downstairs in the lobby", he said.

She sighed in relief and noticed one of the security guards near the door.

"What's going on?", she asked.

"They're investigating. Apparently everyone who had a loan off of Mr. Chang's company is being questioned. Sonny, he might be charged and there's a possibility he can go to jail. It was illegal, what he did", Jungkook said.

"Why?? That's not fair. My dad didn't do anything. Maybe it's a mistake. He couldn't have gone for a loan. He's a lawyer. He has money. I don't get why-"

"Calm down Sonny. If he didn't do anything, then your father will explain everything. Just focus on getting better. I will let you know once they tell me something, okay? When he gets cleared, I will ask if you can see him", he said.

She shook her head in disbelief, putting her hand on her forehead.

"Things get better and then become worse. It's like spinning in circles", she said.

"That's life. Not everyone is perfect. I don't believe there is a single person out there, waking up with smiles on their faces and expecting a tremendous day. I believe everyone faces one or two problems before going to sleep. But we try to get through it. Your father may have made a mistake and only he can fix it. I strongly believe he won't lie about any information he's giving to the police officers. He won't do that because I know he wants to see you and Rose. He won't risk that", he explained.

"He didn't tell you anything?", she asked.

"No. I wish I can tell you more. I know you're worried and confused. I don't want you to stress yourself out", he said.

"Too late. I'm stressed about a lot of things. I just want it to be over. I wanna go home."