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[Yn's POV]

"W-What?" I asked in a mere whisper at the mentioning of my sister. He knows about her even though I tried very hard to keep it a secret, he found out. I could have told him about her before, but the pain of knowing that she was murdered and we couldn't even see her was something that I couldn't have shared. So I did what my heart told me to do. I buried her memories, her existence in the deepest part of my heart and locked it.

Jungkook took a step forward while I unconsciously backed away. He looked at me with empathetic eyes, something that was making me feel sick.

"Baby. I know how much it hurts when you lose someone. I know that pain, that's why I am here for you. Please don't push me away, we can fight this together" more tears came out of my eyes as I shook my head and stood there.

"I- I don't want to talk about it. Please go Jungkook. I- I have to leave" I was about to turn around and walk to other direction when he softly grabbed my wrist and pulled me closer to him. I looked into his dark brown eyes which were staring at me with concern and pain.

"I understand" I was surprised when he spoke softly. "I won't push it. I will let you be, but do know that I am not giving up on you baby. I will see you tomorrow at work, have a good rest and take care" he said before placing a soft kiss on my forehead and walked away, leaving me behind in the chaos of emotions.

My thoughts were interrupted when I heard a car pulling up in front of me. I blinked few times before staring at Baekhyun who came out and passed me a warm smile.

"How was your day?" He asked but soon frowned upon looking at my face. "Did you cry Yn? Hey, is everything okay?" Concern laced his voice as he tried to touch my face but I quickly backed away making him stop as well. I instantly thought of Jungkook and got scared that if he sees us then there will be a havoc.

"I am fine Baekhyun. Something went in my eye which is why my face is all red. Can we go home please? I am very tired and have to start early tomorrow" I spoke in a low voice and averted my face from his eyes which were staring at me with concern.

"As you say. Umm, your mom asked me to take you to the restaurant instead. For today's dinner. It's Jake's birthday..." I closed my eyes as a big sigh left my lips.

"I forgot to buy something for him" Baekhyun held my hand and gave me a warm smile that made me feel guilty. I have been acting hostile towards him but he has been very nice to me.

"I have got it all sorted, you just come along" I nodded hesitantly and followed him towards the car. But my mind kept on wandering about Jungkook and the revelation he made today. I was too tired to think of the ways to escape him at the moment, good sleep and a peace of mind is all I need. I sat down in the car and instantly placed my head on the window and closed my eyes. I was feeling very exhausted.

"We will be done for the night soon princess, you look way too tired" Baekhyun's voice reached my ears and I just hummed in response, letting myself relax in that moment.

"I am" that's all I said as I heard the car drove off.

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The ride was silent and I had a good nap, didn't even realise when we reached at the restaurant. "It looks very fancy" I said as I observed the place .

Baekhyun smiled as he gave the car keys to the driver to park the car and followed me. "The dinner's on me tonight, small gift for Jake. He once mentioned this place and I got it booked" I looked at him surprised.

"You didn't have to Baekhyun, this is way too expensive-"

"I wanted to Yn. Now don't ruin your mood and enjoy the night, everyone is waiting" he smiled at me and I just sighed in defeat. I don't understand why my parents agreed to this. It's too much, even when I was with Jungkook, we never went to fancy places because I love simple things. My mind went again went back to the memories of today and I instantly felt shivers all over my body as the same feeling irked my skin.

Jungkook can't be here...

Shaking my head, I followed Baekhyun and spotted my parents and Jake sitting on one of tables along with our other family friends. God. Everyone's invited, and this looks so bad on us. I have to pay Baekhyun back. I will fight even if I have to.

"You're here darling. Thank you dear for dropping her here and for all this" my mother said in a sweet voice that felt like venom to my ears. I rolled my eyes a bit and sat on one of the chairs in the corner, next to my brother Jake who engulfed me in a side hug. He has always been my comfort person and I can't thank him enough for bearing with me lately.

"I am sorry I couldn't get anything for you" I spoke and he just shook his head in response.

"Are you crazy? You already planned this with Baekhyun, this is enough" I looked at Baekhyun with an unknown emotion. He was talking to my parents, laughing with them to be more precise. Same way how Jungkook used to do.

Stop thinking about him Yn.

"Hmm, but I wanted to do more" I played along since it wasn't the right time to reveal that it was Baekhyun who planned all this. Jake just smiled at me and hugged me while I did the same as a small smile reached my lips. The restaurant was at an expensive hotel, full luxurious. We all kept chit chatting while having dinner and everyone kind of made sure to keep me comfortable and did not bring out the topic of my broken engagement. I was glad, they respected boundaries.

"Can we go home now? I have work tomorrow" I whispered to my dad who gave me a small nod. We were still sitting at the restaurant and it was getting hard for me to stay here. No matter what I did to make myself distracted from the same feeling as if someone was watching me the whole time, I failed to do so.

"Baekhyun can drop you honey, we will take some time but if you kids want to go then it's all good" My mother spoke which made me irritated.

"He is not my driver mom that he has to drop me and pick me up every single time. I can go by myself" I replied in a flat tone and stood up abruptly, not be able to bear this nonsense that my mother kept pulling. Her blackmailing me wasn't enough? I won't tolerate this. She glared at me and was about to say something when Baekhyun spoke.

"She didn't mean it that way Aunty. She's stressed at the moment because of work" This time it was me who glared at him. Who gave him the right to speak on behalf of me?

"No. I meant what I said. You don't need to speak for me, I can do that myself. Also, I am leaving alone. You want to join me Jake?" I looked up at my brother who was speechless but he quickly nodded his head and stood up too.

"Yeah, we will go together. Besides, I have work tomorrow as well and you should enjoy with the friend's mom" he said softly to calm the situation down but looked like my mother wasn't planning on backing up.

"Yn. Don't create a scene here and let Baekhyun drop you two. He clearly has not any problem and you shouldn't as well"

"And the answer is no mom. I am not comfortable. This reason is enough, and if you force me I swear to God I will leave you all. I am tired of you people now" I muttered through gritted teeth as tears came out of my eyes. Wiping them off quickly, I took my purse and walked out of the hotel with Jake following me behind.

"Cupcake" he whispered softly and I looked at him with pleading eyes.

"I am sorry. I didn't mean to ruin your-"

"Shh. I understand. I am noticing everything as well and honestly, even I'm not liking the way how mom is trying to pair you up with Baekhyun" Dread filled my stomach as he mentioned that. There is no way I am going to be with Baekhyun just because my mother thinks so. Even if Jungkook has left our lives, no one can replace him. Not even my parents.

"No one gets to make the decisions about my life. Not even our parents, and same goes for you too. I have sacrificed and done enough, I can't give them anymore" Jake gave me a sympathetic look.

"You still love him don't you?" He asked, taking me by surprise. "I miss him too Yn. He has always been a good brother, friend, to me. We were so perfect together. But I am also scared, and after what he did, no matter how hard I try to look at the positive side I cannot. He kidnapped you, tried to force you, such things can't be ignored. But I am not saying that you should accept someone else. It's okay to be your own person. I will support you in any situation, even if Jungkook comes back and you decide to be with him, I will support you because I love you cupcake. I can't afford to lose another sister of mine". His voice cracked but he was very good in hiding his emotions.

I didn't say anything and just engulfed him into a warm hug. Even though he won't ask for it, I knew he needed it. He is my brother after all, I raised him too and we both have been each other's pillar. In every situation.

"I am not a baby anymore" he pulled away making me smile.

"I know. You are a grown man" I said as I ruffled his hair and he just stared at me while chuckling.

"Shall we go? Before mom catches us?" I nodded as we both walked towards the side road and I booked a cab for us. "I feel like having hot chocolate. We can relax and talk" Jake commented and I instantly agreed.

"Yes we should"

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"Wait- he came back?!" Jake asked as soon as I revealed about what happened today. I had to tell him, we never hide anything from each other. "Yn, I am concerned. He can take you away again and-"

"He won't. If he wanted, he could have done that by now" I cut him off as I took a sip of the hot chocolate. We were currently sitting in the living room.

"Should we tell mom and dad?" Jake asked and I instantly shook my head. I cannot let them know of this information, they will go bizarre and I can't afford to deal with that at the moment.

"I will handle this myself Jake. I have to" I replied with a small smile and looked at the time. It was very late. "We should sleep. I have to leave early tomorrow and prepare myself for another hectic day" Jake didn't say anything and we hugged each other before going to our rooms.

As I entered, my body froze upon looking at the person who was sitting on the sofa like he owned this place and his eyes bored into mine with an intense expression.

"Had a good time with that guy darling?"

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To be continued