Chapter 14: Epilogue

A.N.: This is it. The last chapter. It has been a long process with many late nights and writer's blocks. Thank you for your kind generous supports in time and reads, and for sharing your reviews. They helped me with some ideas and build-up of the story.

Apologies too, for the grammatical errors (tried my best but English is just so hard for me) and the misspellings.

Stumbling upon BOF (and shipping SoEul hard) had somewhat changed my life. Made me venture into fanfiction writing; something that I never thought of to be possible. (Not that I've ever written any other kinds of creative writing other than essays during high school to which only the teachers got to read them). Am also blessed that along the way made some good friends through this channel.

Special thanks to (in alphabetical order): amyrosli, aresgodofwar1, breindel. melay, Brianna, Cari-Bum, Charity, Claire, dl73ny, Epohola, flor de Peru, Guest (1), Guest (2), Guest (3), Guest (4), Guest (5), Guest (6), Guest (7), Guest (8), honeyranchoo, JHsgf82, JunnKang, kim13796, Lady Arbalest, Lol, Lolo, Mhandeeeee, More, Olamy, rezi98, sapphiiregal, SweetGirlie14, tazayunsaher (Zoe), Tyamutz, and VMC.

The main characters and F4 children:

So Yi Jeong and Chu Ga Eul's children: So Dae-Hyun, So Jae Hwa, So Dae-Jung, So Dae-Hwan, So Jae Eun and So Jae Ji. Deceased/Miscarried: So Dae-Ho.

Endearment: Jae Hwa – Darling, Dae-Jung – Baby, Dae-Hwan – Hwannie/Sweetheart, Jae Eun – Eunnie, Jae Ji – Precious, Dae-Ho - Precious.

Song Woo Bin and Ha Jae Kyung's children: Song Eun-Kyung and Song Won-Bin.

Gu Jun Pyo and Geum Jan Di's children: Gu Jung-Hee, Gu Jung-Hwa and Gu Jee Ha.

Yoon Ji Hoo and Yoong Ha Eun's son: Yoon Joo-Won

Disclaimer: I don't own these characters but the children and other new characters.

Published: October 26, 2016

"And I pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride."

He turned a little to the priest and nodded his gratitude. Slowly, he turned his attention back to the beautiful woman in front of him. His wife. She was now his wife. With shaking hands, he lifted the silk tulle veil that covered her beautiful stunning face. Her gorgeous smile made his heart skipped a beat. He lost count years ago of the many times that she had that effect on him.

He could see moisture in her eyes but they were of joy and happiness. She was now officially his wife. "Annyeong Sweetheart." He greeted her in a whisper and she replied "Annyeong Oppa," also in her sweet whisper tone.

He slowly leaned down and tilted his head a little to the right and she closed her eyes. A finger was already under her chin as he gently lifted it up. She held his arm and another on his waist. Slowly and finally their lips touched. True. They had shared many kisses before but this particular one was far different and special from the rest. It was indescribable as their hearts beat faster and soared up high together as it sent jolts of euphoria to their whole beings. It was their first kiss as husband and wife and they wished that it would never end.

The guests hooted, whistled, cheered and clapped their hands. Sobs were also heard among the cheers. They were from their Ommas. He broke away from her lips with reluctance when his lungs screamed for air. He then gave her another quick peck on the lips before they turned towards the people in the church. Both bride and groom were all smiles.

All guests stood up and clapped their hands as the newlywed walked with linked arms on the red carpet followed by the young flower girls, ring bearer, bridesmaids, best men and other family members. They thanked the guests for gracing their special moment. They were going to their hotel rooms to change into Korean traditional outfits for the pyebaek ceremony. Only later at night was their modern wedding reception at Shinhwa Hotel Grand Ballroom. In the meantime, the guests were treated to a wide spread of lunch and tea.

"Unnie is so beautiful." Jae Hwa could not stop complimenting her sister-in-law as she watched Eun-Kyung Unnie and Dae-Hyun Oppa danced gracefully in the middle of the dance floor. "And Oppa is so handsome. They are perfect together. They are soul mates." It was a proud statement.

She was at the table with Dae-Jung, Dae-Hwan, Jae Eun, Jae Ji, Jung-Hee, Jung-Hwa, Jee Ha, Won-Bin and a very pregnant So Eun Hee, Uncle Il Hyun and Aunt Eun Jae's daughter. Eun Hee's husband was out of the country for a business meeting. The young men nodded and agreed as their eyes fixed on the two, while the children were busy admiring the luxurious utensils and tasting the heavenly delicious food on the table.

At another table next to theirs were Harabeoji and Halmoni Chu, Harabeoji Kim, Harabeoji and Halmoni Song and Harabeoji and Halmoni Ha. The grandparents all wore proud smiles and happiness was evident on their faces. They had been waiting for the wedding for so long and were grateful that they were still given the long-life to witness the union of their beloved grandson and granddaughter. At their table were also Jun Pyo's and Jan Di's parents.

Meanwhile Jun Pyo, Jan Di, Il Hyun, Eun Jae, Ji Hoo, his wife Ha Eun, Jun Pyo's sister Jun Hee, her husband as well as Jan Di's brother Kang San occupied another table. Kang San's wife could not come since she was still in her confinement period. She gave birth just two weeks earlier to a girl.

Ji Hoo and Ha Eun's 8 years old son Yoon Joo-Won sat at their table as well because he was not feeling so well. His parents wanted him to be near them so that it would be easier to monitor him. The boy pleaded to sit with the other F3 children but his Appa declined. Ji Hoo worried that once Joo-Won met Won-Bin he would play to his heart content and forget that he had fever. Joo-Won and Won-Bin were very close that Uncle Jun Pyo called them twins.

Just then the song ended and continued with another. Their proud parents; Yi Jeong and Ga Eul, Woo Bin and Jae Kyung then joined the newlywed on the dance floor and followed by some other guests. Everybody was having fun.

"Won-Won, stop eating. Come on. Let's go dance." Jee Ha, Jun Pyo and Jan Di's 10 years old daughter, tugged on Won-Bin's sleeves making him dropped the piece of chicken from his fork. The 11 years old boy scowled at her and then continued eating.

"Won-Won. Come on. I want to dance too." She pulled his sleeves again and he scowled at her, again. The girl pouted. "Dae-Hwan Oppa… look at Won-Won." Even though her brothers were there, Jee Ha preferred to ask for Dae-Hwan Oppa's help since her brothers always 'bullied' her. Dae-Hwan, now a slender tall handsome 16 years old teenager, stood up and took the girl's hand and led her to the dance floor. Jee Ha stuck her tongue at Won-Bin and happily skipped along Dae-Hwan Oppa. Everybody except for Won-Bin laughed at the girl's antic. Instead, he rolled his eyes.

The 10 years old Jae Ji waited for Won-Bin to finish his meal. She knew that Won-Bin did not like interruptions during his meals. When Won-Bin drank the last drop of his orange juice, Jae Ji asked for a dance, to which he said yes. Won-Bin then held Jae Ji's hand and they happily jogged to the dance floor. The elder young men and ladies raised their eyebrows at the two and exchanged meaningful questioning looks.

Jae Eun, now a young pretty girl of 12, watched the many couples dancing and laughing and having fun. She smiled at the sight in the ballroom. She was happy that Dae-Hyun Oppa and Eun-Kyung Unnie were now married. She loved Eun-Kyung Unnie like she loved Jae Hwa Unnie. Oppa and Unnie, well, more Aunt Jae Kyung though, had planned for this wedding for so long. The grand ball room was magnificently decorated, fit for the king and queen of the day. Jae Eun marveled at the decorations. Since she was little, she was more keened to designing. Her ambition was to be a successful interior designer, local and internationally. She told Omma and Appa about it and they supported wholeheartedly.

19 years old Dae-Jung called out Jae Eun's name. He suggested that they go and dance with the others too. Jae Eun nodded excitedly. Before Dae-Jung could stand up from his seat, Jung-Hwa, now 21, put a hand on Dae-Jung's shoulder.

"Can I have this dance with Eunnie first?" Jae Eun's jaw dropped and blinked repeatedly. Dae-Jung smiled and said OK to Jung-Hwa Hyung. Jung-Hwa shortly laughed at Jae Eun's reactions, stood up and went to her. He ruffled her hair to which she shook her head for he was ruining her nicely combed hair, earning more laughs from him. He then grabbed her hand and softly pulled her to join the others.

"Hi, So Dae-Jung Sunbae, right?" A pretty girl about 18 years old came up to the table. Dae-Jung, Jae Hwa, Jung-Hee and Eun Hee all automatically turned to her. She then bowed to them.

"Umm. Umm. Would you like to dance?" She shyly asked. Her cheeks were already crimson. Dae-Jung, on the other hand, was surprised. She was Park Soo Min, the girl whom he met during a Mathematics Competition a year ago. She was from another school and she was one tough contestant. She was brilliant and pretty. He wanted to ask for her number when the competition ended but she left early. Since then, he hoped that they would meet again.

"Park Soo Min-shii. How… how do… here?" He stuttered as he stood up from his seat and faced her. His sister, cousin and Jung-Hee Hyung held their giggles.

"Umm... my Omma is your Omma's friend from University." Her blushes were still evident. "Would you like to dance, Sunbae?" She tried again. Immediately he nodded a few times. A smile etched up his handsome face. He then held out his hand for her to take and she did. He waved goodbye to the others and they waved back.

"Have fun, Baby." Jung-Hee purposely said 'Baby' with a louder voice just to tease him. Dae-Jung frowned at his Hyung that made the three at the table laughed out loud. They stopped calling him Baby when he entered Middle School, upon his request.

It was now the third song and the three of them were still at the table while the others were either still on the dance floor or went to mingle with the other guests. Dae-Hyun and Eun-Kyung had gone to the special room for them to change into another outfit. They were going to do the cake cutting, take pictures with the family and guests, and fly off for their honeymoon. Woo Bin and Jae Kyung arranged a three-week holiday to a few famous tropical Islands around the world. Uncle Jun Pyo's gift was to let them use his latest private jet, complete with a luxurious bedroom. Jae Kyung 'warned' Eun-Kyung that she should better come back with good news for Omma and Appa, to which Eun Kyung blushed furiously and cried for Appa to 'scold' Omma.

Jae Hwa and Jung-Hee did not want to leave Eun Hee alone at the table. Eun Hee told them that she was OK and that she wanted to go talk to her many uncles and aunts later but the two said until that time came, they would accompany her.

"Annyeong Darling, Hyung, Noona. Sorry I'm late. Omma sends her regards." Chin-Ho sat next to Jae Hwa. His Omma had not been feeling well of recent. She was diagnosed with breast cancer of stage two three years ago. The So had been very helpful in making sure that she got the best doctors and medication.

Jae Hwa immediately held his hand. "Oh, how's Ahjumma?" She was worried. She made a mental note to come visit Ahjumma. Jung-Hee shifted in his seat.

"Omma has fever. I left after Omma fell asleep. Ahjumma Choi is at home." Ahjumma Choi was the nurse whom her Omma had hired to be her caretaker.

"I'm sorry Chin-Ho. You have to come here when Ahjumma is sick." Jae Hwa patted his hand and he patted hers in return.

"That's OK Darling. I can't miss Hyung and Noona's wedding." He smiled at her and she smiled back. "Where are they, by the way?" He searched around for the couple.

"They went to change. They'll be out in fifteen, twenty minutes?" Jung-Hee replied.

Chin-Ho nodded. He then stood up and held out his hand to Jae Hwa.

"May I have this dance, pretty beautiful young lady?" He bowed a little to her. Jung-Hee watched with wide eyes and so did Eun Hee.

Jae Hwa glanced at Jung-Hee and smiled at him. She then took Chin-Ho's hand and stood up.

"Hey, Chin-Ho. One dance only. I want to dance with my fiancée after this." Jung-Hee spoke out louder as the two of them walked to the middle of the hall, hand in hand.

Chin-Ho turned around and bowed. "Two songs Hyung. I'll be careful with Darling. I won't step on her toes. I promise. Thanks Hyung. I love you Hyung." He answered back and laughed. Jae Hwa swatted his arm and laughed along.

"Don't worry Oppa. I love you more Oppa." Jae Hwa blew a kiss to her fiancé of one year.

Eun Hee and Jung-Hee chuckled at the two. "Hey, Jung-Hee. Help Noona up. Let's go see Harabeoji and Halmoni."

Flashback

Jae Hwa and Jung-Hee remained as they were; close and best buddies. He respected her decision and did not force her to be his girlfriend but he would always love her. Yes, he loved her. He believed that one day she would come to love him as well.

He continued to be caring towards her. Even during his high school years, he never missed to call and text her, asking how her days were and if she needed any help in anything. He too, offered to drive her to anywhere that she wanted. Even the first thing that he did when he got his driving license was to drive her around the city. They went out to movies, excursions, exhibitions and shopping like best friends do.

But he too, watched how so many boys tried to date her. He was jealous. Fortunately for him she would politely decline each and every one of them. Her reason, she wanted to focus on her study and art.

However, he started to worry when she too, became closer and closer to Chin-Ho. In fact, they were inseparable in school. Their classmates called them the peas in the pod. The two of them were classmates all the way. Jung-Hee once begged Dae-Hyun to ask her if she and Chin-Ho were dating and to his relief, they were not. They were just best friends. Since her confession to Chin-Ho, never once did Chin-Ho cross the line of friendship and asked her again to be his girlfriend.

It was a Valentine's Day. He was already in University and she was in her 11th grade. He surprised her when he showed up at the So Mansion on that Saturday afternoon.

Uncle Yi Jeong and Aunt Ga Eul were already out to celebrate the day, leaving all the children at home. Valentine's Days were among their special days. Sometimes Yi Jeong took Ga Eul on a day trip to somewhere romantic around the country. Sometimes they just checked-in a five star hotel and lazed around. Other times they simply enjoyed each other's company with activities like those on their fake-date once upon a time. Whichever it was, Yi Jeong never failed to surprise his wife.

Dae-Hyun wanted to go out with Eun-Kyung but the Songs were out of the country to visit Aunt Jae Kyung's aunt who was sick.

"Oppa!" Jae Hwa immediately hugged him and invited him in when the house staff told her about his visit.

"Oppa is in the library with the others." She told him about Dae-Hyun.

"Oppa's here to talk to Darling." He gazed at her lovingly.

"Oh?"

"Darling, can we go out? There's a new café at the corner there. We can try their coffee."

"Oppa?"

"Just for a while." He was hopeful.

Jae Hwa gave it a thought as she looked into his eyes.

"Come on. Darling will inform Oppa." She then skipped happily towards the library and he followed her. He chuckled. She was still like a little girl.

"Annyeong everybody," he greeted the Sos. Immediately little Jae Ji and Jae Eun came and gave him a hug, while the younger boys high-fived him and Dae-Hyun gave him a fist pump. The girls then showed him their project. They were making a big heart-shaped card for Omma and Appa, with the help from Hwannie Oppa.

"Oppa, Jung-Hee Oppa wants to talk to Darling for a while. Can Darling go out?" She whispered to Dae-Hyun. She could not let the little girls hear her for they would definitely want to follow.

Dae-Hyun gave his best friend the look. Jung-Hee pleaded with his eyes. Dae-Hyun understood the message.

"OK. Don't be long. Eunnie and Precious are going to kill Oppa when they find out Darling are gone."

"Thanks Oppa. Darling love Oppa," and she quickly hugged him.

It was only a ten-minute drive to the café. They sat near the window and watched the many passersby, cars and whatnot. The coffee was good and the blueberry pie was delicious. The shop was decorated with many various sizes heart-shaped papers and all utensils were red and white in color to celebrate Valentine's Day. On each table was a single red rose in a thin clear vase. Couples were given 50% off of their purchases.

Jung-Hee and Jae Hwa talked about random stuff for the first ten minutes. Laughter erupted when something funny tickled their bones. Then, Jung-Hee went quiet. He simply gazed at the 17 years old young lady in front of him. Today she wore a red headband, a simple white long-sleeved blouse, a mid-thigh pleated red skirt and black stockings. The only make-up that she wore was a strawberry colored lip gloss. She looked beautiful. His heart skipped a beat every time she smiled at him. His young heart told him to refrain himself from pinching her dimpled round soft rosy cheeks and kiss her.

"Darling." He called her name ever so tenderly.

"Hmmm?" She glanced up from the cup of coffee in her hands.

"Happy Valentine's Day Darling."

"Happy Valentine's Day Oppa." They both smiled at each other.

He pulled out a card and a red rose from his bag and gave them to her.

"Thanks Oppa. You are the best." She tilted her head and winked at him, earning her a chuckle. She then brought the flower to her nose and smelled the lovely sweet fragrance.

"Open the card, Darling."

She then put the flower on the table and picked up the card. She opened it and read the words inside. Her expression changed and she looked up at him.

"Oppa?"

Slowly, he extended his hands on the table and took hers. He caressed the back of her hands with the pads of his thumbs, sending electric jolts to her whole body. She froze momentarily.

"Darling, Oppa know that we have agreed to let time tells us if we are meant to be together, if our feelings for each other becomes stronger or dwindle or if we fall for another."

Jae Hwa took a sharp intake of air, held it in for a few seconds before slowly exhaled. She held her gaze on his. If only he could hear the wild thunderous beats of her heart…

"Darling, Darling have long captured Oppa's heart with Darling's kindness, sweetness, roughness and all. Oppa am not able to contain these feelings any longer. Each day since that day, Oppa love Darling more and more that there is no more space in here for it." He pointed to his heart.

"This love needs a new space, a new heart. Please let it fill there." He then pointed to her heart.

Jae Hwa was rendered speechless.

He then brought her hands up and kissed them, sending another set of jolts and shivers up her spine.

"Darling, Oppa love Darling."

He then gently put her hands down on the table and picked up the card. He opened it and showed it to her.

"Darling, may Oppa get the answer to this?"

Tears glistened and lips trembled. She alternately looked at the card and him.

The card read "Darling my love, the queen of my heart. Will you be my girlfriend?"

Slowly she stood up but her eyes were fixed on his. He leaned back, startled at her reaction. There was no smile on her beautiful face. In one step she was already beside him.

"Darling…" His throat suddenly went dry. Did he cross the line? Did he upset her? Was she going to hate him?

And then she did it.

She cupped his cheeks, leaned forward as she closed her eyes and softly and gently pressed her lips against his. His eyes widened in surprise but slowly closed as he held her hands and returned her kiss.

Everybody in the cafe clapped, whistled and cheered "Happy Valentine's Day!"

He did not want the kiss to end for her lips were soft and sweet from her lip gloss. But most importantly the euphoria from her kiss was mind-blowing and he decided that this would be the first of many, many more. He reluctantly broke for air, stood up and pressed his forehead against hers.

"Is that a yes?" He asked with a wide smile.

"Yes, Oppa. Yes. Darling love Oppa too," and she embraced him tight.

Realization that she loved him came a year ago.

It was sports day and she entered the 400 meter race. The day before she was not feeling well but still went on. She felt that she would disappoint her class if she withdrew in the last minute. She was already at the 300 meter point when she suddenly felt dizzy and fell.

The next thing she knew, she was at the school's sickbay with a very worried Jung-Hee Oppa next to her bed. Her brothers, Eun-Kyung Unnie, Jung-Hwa and Chin-Ho were also there. Dae-Hyun started to scold her out of worry but Jung-Hee defended her and asked her Oppa not to scold her. A minute later, a student came into the room and informed them that they were all needed on the field. Their events were about to start in ten minutes. All but Jung-Hee left. He said that he did not care about the races. He wanted to make sure that she was not left alone and that she was well taken care of.

Every couple of minutes or so he asked her if she was OK or if she needed anything. He went on to say how worried he was when they saw her fell face forward. He was going out of his mind at the sight.

She watched him talked animatedly. Tears fell from the corners of her eyes. She knew that his feelings for her were more than just what he told her that day. She was not blind to see his growing care for her. Yes, she liked him a lot and of recent, the feelings grew but not crossing the line of that affection and love. But that day, watching him here by her side, she felt a click in her heart opening it bit by bit and finally allowing that love to rush in. She had fallen in love with him. But she kept the love to herself. Since that day, they continued being best friends as usual. But deep inside, she really wanted to tell him that she loved him too. Somehow she felt shy to tell him so or maybe she wanted him to take the step and tell her that he loved her but he did not, until that Valentine's Day. It was the best and most memorable Valentine's Day of her life.

The two decided to announce that they were dating a week after at the family dinner at Uncle Ji Hoo's place. "It's about time bro," as Dae-Hyun nudged him. Jan Di was the happiest of them all. She had waited for so long for the moment to come. Yi Jeong on the other hand was torn, initially. He was kind of hoping that the two would start dating after they finished their university but one look from Ga Eul, he sighed in defeat and accepted the fact that his daughter had grown up.

Chin-Ho was the most affected. His heart shattered when Jae Hwa and Jung-Hee told him. He congratulated the two but what he truly felt was to run far away from them so that they would not see his tears. He became quiet for the next few days and always found reasons to go home as soon as their classes were over. It baffled Jae Hwa for she was missing her best friend. However, on the seventh day, he was back to his normal self. He told himself to again respect her decision and just be there beside her as her best friend. He would accept that as long as she wanted him to be. He would still love her no matter what.

Jae Hwa and Jung-Hee's relationship was not all rainbows and flowers. There had been occasions when some seniors tried to pursue her and some jealous girls tried to seduce him. Some even spread rumors to break them apart. To make matters worse, some whispered malicious news about Jae Hwa and Chin-Ho that even Jung-Hee fell for them.

The two had a huge fight that nearly resulted in them to go separate ways. Jae Hwa was devastated. She did not understand why Jung-Hee could fall for that. Why did he not trust her love for him? Did he not know since years ago that Chin-Ho was her best friend and nothing more? Did she not show him that he was her love?

Dae-Hyun and Chin-Ho had to intervene when Jae Hwa started to lose her vibrant self and was losing weight for she lost her appetite. Chin-Ho explained for countless of times that there was nothing more between him and her and that Jung-Hee was out of his mind to believe those nonsense rumors. He even threatened that if Jung-Hee Hyung was so into believing the lies, he might just as well steal Jae Hwa from Hyung. Dae-Hyun too reminded his best friend that he would lose Jae Hwa forever if he kept being stubborn and crazy.

Two weeks into the fight, the two of them were still not talking to each other. Jae Hwa was walking slowly to the library. She was alone since Chin-Ho was sick. She had her books in her arms and looked down to the ground as she walked. Suddenly a guy on a skateboard yelled at her. She did not realize that she was in his way. She was shocked at his yell but stood frozen, eyes widened and mouth agape. The guy was approaching fast. She closed her eyes and prepared for impact. Suddenly she felt someone pushed her to the side, her books flew everywhere and they fell, with him embracing her. He had somehow managed to turn them around and made them landed on the hard ground with her on top of him. She quickly opened her eyes and gasped. It was him. It was Jung-Hee Oppa. He was not moving and his eyes, closed. Jae Hwa instantly got off of him and shook his arms. She cried out "Oppa, Oppa" repeatedly. Her heart was beating wild. A few students including the skateboard guy had gathered around them, looking worried as well.

Then he opened his eyes and caught hers.

"Why did Oppa do that Oppa? Why did Oppa save Darling? Oppa should have just let Darling be. Now Oppa is hurt. This is all Darling's fault." She was now crying hard.

He then pulled her down and enclosed her in his arms, startling her.

"Because Oppa can't let Darling get hurt. Because Oppa love Darling. Please forgive Oppa for being a jerk. Oppa don't want to lose Darling." He tightened his embrace. The other students quietly dispersed and left the couple alone.

He was following her a few steps behind for he wanted to talk and apologize. When he saw her froze and the skateboard guy was fast approaching, his mind went crazy of worry and he instantly ran to her. He managed to reach her before that guy. It did not matter if he was injured. All that mattered was that she was saved.

She cried in his arms, against his chest. They were going to be alright.

End of flashback

Somebody patted on his back. He quickly turned around and smile.

"Hyung, the queen of your heart. I'm returning her to you without any scratch." Chin-Ho playfully bowed to Jung-Hee, earning him a slap on his shoulder by Jae Hwa who laughed out loud at his act.

"Why thank you Chin-Ho. It's about time." He pretended to be angry at him as he put his hands on his hips. Jae Hwa laughed out louder, followed by Chin-Ho and then him.

Jung-Hee held out his hand for her to take. It was his time to dance with his fiancée.

Jae Hwa then kissed Chin-Ho's cheek and said "Thanks Chin-Ho. I had fun." And put her hand in Jung-Hee's.

"Don't go back before saying goodbye Chin-Ho." She reminded him to which he said "Of course," and went to meet the elders.

When they got to the dance floor, he guided her hands around his neck and then rested his hands on her tiny slim waist. They then gently swayed to the beautiful music of Ed Sheeran's Thinking Out Loud. Their eyes locked with each other's and smiles never leaving.

"What were you thinking earlier, Oppa? You were in deep thoughts."

He softly laughed. It seemed that she did not miss anything about him even if she was dancing with Chin-Ho.

"About how lucky Oppa am to have Darling. About how we went through so much to come to now." He then gently kissed her nose.

"Are Darling happy as Oppa's fiancée?"

The heart in her ribcage began to thump faster. Rosy hues suddenly warmed her cheeks as she nodded. He leaned forward and gave her a small kiss on the lips. She wanted to fly up high.

"Do Darling remember that day last year?"

"Yes, Oppa." She then laughed and so did he. They remembered the same thing.

"Uncle was so surprised when we told everyone about our plan to get engaged." He was referring to Uncle Yi Jeong.

"Of course Appa was. Appa wanted us to wait until Darling finish final year." She was a sophomore at that time and he had just joined his Appa's company.

"We have to thank Auntie. Auntie sure is amazing. Uncle can't say no to Auntie."

"Yes. Omma is amazing. Omma really knows how to coax Appa and Omma is Appa's Achilles heel."

"And Darling is Oppa's." His gaze went from her eyes to those red lips.

"Oppa love Darling." He pulled her closer.

"Oppa…" and she adjusted her hands around his neck.

"Darling love Oppa too."

She then closed her eyes when his head tilted a little as he dipped down his head and captured her lips fully, taking her to heaven. They kissed a few times breaking for air in between as the world around them began to vanish.

They came out of their world when the guests clapped their hands as the master of the ceremony announced the arrival of the newlywed. Jae Hwa was blushing red and Jung-Hee had a proud smile. He then led her back to their table.

Dae-Hyun and Eun-Kyung's cake was five-tiers. A white fondant cake with fresh red and pink roses draping down from one side of the top tier to the bottom. After the cake cutting came the photo sessions with the families and guests. The session with the So family was the most havoc. Jae Eun and Jae Ji fought with each other to stand next to Oppa and Unnie. Just to tease the young girls, Dae-Hwan Oppa and Dae-Jung Oppa decided to join in on the 'fights'. The guests laughed at the So children's playfulness. In the end, the girls got their wishes. The newlywed then went from one table to another to thank the guests for gracing their special day.

An hour and a half later was the time to send the bride and groom off to their honeymoon. Ga Eul could not hold her tears as she kissed her first born and his bride on their forehead. She told them to have fun but to be careful as well. The mother of the bride though was super excited about it. But as she embraced and kissed her daughter, Jae Kyung sobbed into Eun-Kyung's hair. She was sad but happy, sad that her daughter was not going to stay with her anymore but happy that Eun-Kyung was now with her one true pair.

The Appas on the other hand were acting macho and cool though inside, they were holding their tears too. For Yi Jeong, his son was now a full adult, taking the responsibility to be the man of the house and to build a wonderful life with his beloved love, whereas for Woo Bin this was his first born, one of his most treasured and the thought of her not depending on him anymore for anything somewhat made him sad. He was going to miss her teases and scolding and all. The F2 prayed that this union of two hearts would never be broken and would last till eternity.

The others then hugged and said goodbyes and the couple was off to the airport.

The rest of the families and guests continued on with the party.

Uncle Jun Pyo's private jet was mind-blowing luxurious and high-end. Dae-Hyun and Eun-Kyung could not close their mouth even if they wanted to. Their eyes widened in admiration and amazement. Uncle Jun Pyo was truly one of the richest men in South Korea.

The jet was newly bought. It boasted a cabin area that offered plenty of cozy space; 8 comfy plush lounge chairs that can recline all the way back; 10 large windows to ensure plenty of natural light; a small conference room fitted with all kinds of up-to-date gadgets; a dining room with a small kitchen; a huge TV in the cabin and a spacious water closet. But what made the newlywed stunned more and Eun-Kyung blushed red was the master suite that came with plenty of space and a modern look. There was a large bed, a TV and a private bathroom with its own walk-in shower.

Ten minutes up in the air heading to Lanai Hawaii, Dae-Hyun and Eun-Kyung were enjoying the luxurious feel of the cabin. The stewardess had left a bottle of the most expensive wine in the suite. They lay on the large light cream silk covered bed watching a movie on TV. Eun-Kyung had her back against her husband's chest as his hands wrapped her waist and she placed hers on his. They were tired from the ceremony since morning.

Eun-Kyung stopped focusing on the TV when she felt him dropped feathery kisses atop her head, the side of her face, her cheek and earlobe. Her heart began to drum wilder and the sensation that started to build up in her was driving her to the edge. She closed her eyes and held his hands tighter.

"Saranghae Sweetheart." He whispered into her ears and continued with his kisses.

"Saranghae Oppa…"

"Sweetheart. Thank you."

She turned her head a little to catch his eyes. "Oppa?"

"Thank you for everything. For being with Oppa all these years, sticking with Oppa through thick and thin, and rejected all those pestering annoying guys." He chuckled at the thoughts. Oh how he had to work hard to ward off her pursuers during their high school and university years. She was too beautiful, kind and nice for her own good.

She giggled softly. "Well, look who's talking. What about all those girls who chased Oppa? Why must Oppa be too cute and handsome at the same time? Oh, and charming." She rolled her eyes, earning a tickle from him.

"Sweetheart," he became serious again.

"Hmmm?"

"Saranghae. Oppa promise that Oppa will make you happy for the rest of your life. Oppa will work hard to give you everything that you want."

She felt tears welling up. "Oppa…"

"And for our children to have good education and all," so he continued.

Warmth crept up her face at his words of children. She buried her face against his chest and he let out a laugh. His bride was definitely shy about it. She was like her Omma, his Omma and their Aunt Jan Di, and he respected her decision to stay pure until her wedding night. She told him that she wanted it to be her most special gift for her husband.

"Sweetheart." He gently placed a finger under her chin and lifted her face so that he could see her beautiful eyes and face. He then gave her a light sweet kiss.

"Thank you Oppa for all Oppa's love for me. I promise to be with Oppa until the end of time." And she kissed him with all her heart.

In the still night of the stars and the moon, up high in the sky, they began their journey as husband and wife with two hearts beating as one.

"Honey, I'm so, so tired."

Ga Eul plunked herself on their bed in the suite of Shinhwa Hotel. Yi Jeong who just came out of the bathroom sat next to her and massaged her shoulders.

"Aaaaa that feels so good Honey. You are getting better and better with your hands, Mr. So."

Yi Jeong chuckled and gave her a peck on the shoulder. His hands left her shoulders and ran down her arms and settled on her waist. He pulled her closer. "I can show you more of what these skilled hands can do, Mrs. So."

"Honey." She slapped his hand and he laughed out loud.

Ga Eul then leaned back and rested against his front. She brought his hands to her tummy and held them tight.

"I'm so happy today Honey. Our Baby is a man now."

Yi Jeong nuzzled the side of her face and nodded. "I'm very happy too, Jagiya."

"But I can't believe how fast time flies. He was such a tiny beautiful baby and before you knew it, a married man." Ga Eul wiped away a tear that had escaped her.

"Yes, Jagiya. I am so proud of him. UNICEF wants him to submit three pieces for the world's exhibition next year and he's doing a great job at the Museum." There was indeed pride as he spoke of his first born. Dae-Hyun's pieces would be auctioned and the money will be donated to UNICEF to help the unfortunate children of the world.

"But I have a problem Jagiya. The ladies in his department are swooning over him. I was walking outside of his office one day and he was briefing the staff. All the ladies had this, this star struck expression on their faces. I'm worried if they are not able to work with him as the boss there." Yi Jeong sighed heavily.

"Oh? Is that so? What are you going to do Honey?" She unconsciously drew random circles on the back of his hands.

"I'll have to monitor them for these few weeks. If the situation doesn't change, I'll have to take some actions. Maybe transfer all the ladies to different departments and have only the male staff in his."

Ga Eul laughed at her husband extreme plan of actions. "I'm sure it's just temporary. Don't worry too much about it, Honey."

He heaved a sigh before nodding. "I hope so, Jagiya."

They were silent for some moments, indulging in the warmth of each other.

"Honey, did you see Darling and Jung-Hee earlier?"

"Yes, ooohhh I wanted to pull them apart." He was referring to the kisses on the dance floor.

Ga Eul giggled. "Oh Appa is still too protective." She teased him, making him pout. Her giggles turned to laughter.

"What do you think of a beach wedding for them? Darling loves sunset at the beach."

"Chu Ga Eul. Do you have to plan Darling's wedding now? Jae Kyung's obsession on weddings must have had rubbed off on you."

"So Yi Jeong. Don't say that about Unnie." Ga Eul nudged her husband while laughing. "I'm serious. There's no harm in planning it early. Come on. Let's think about it."

"Alright, alright Chu Ga Eul." He then kissed her cheek. "I love it when you are bossy like this."

"So, what do you think, Honey?"

"I love your idea. It'll be a beautiful wedding. But we have to discuss with them about it. Hey, can I be her wedding planner?"

"Honey?" Ga Eul turned her upper body a little. She was surprised.

He smiled and nodded twice. "I want to be her wedding planner. She's my Darling. I want her wedding to be perfect. And… and do you know how hard it is for me to let her have another man other than me in her life? At least by letting me be their wedding planner will be their gift for me for allowing them to be together."

Ga Eul laughed but at the same time touched at her husband's words. She knew it from the start. It was not only once that he whined and voiced out his concerns and reluctance in allowing his daughter into a relationship. He just loved Darling very much that he was afraid that Darling would forget him if she had a boyfriend.

She cupped his cheeks. "Awww Appa. I'm so proud of you." He then turned her around and hugged her from behind. His chin rested on her shoulder.

"Honey, I saw some interesting scenes in the hall tonight."

"Oh? Interesting?"

"Hmmm. About our children."

"Dae-Jung and Min Soo, my friend's daughter, Hwannie and Jee Ha, Eunnie and Jung-Hwa, and Precious and Won-Won."

"Yes, I saw them. Min Soo is a nice and polite girl. Are you… are you saying that Dae-Jung and her are… are…"

Ga Eul giggled. "No Honey. They are not. Well, at least for now. But I think Dae-Jung likes her. He couldn't take his eyes off her."

Yi Jeong nodded. It meant that he was going to have that man-to-man talk with Dae-Jung soon.

"Jagiya. Wait. Are you implying Hwannie and Jee Ha, and Eunnie and Jung-Hwa too?" His eyes widened.

"But Jee Ha and Eunnie are still young and… and their age gaps are like what? 6 years between Hwannie and Jee Ha, and 9 between Eunnie and Jung-Hwa. How can that possibly be? And… and Precious and Won-Won, they are still young. Oh Jagiya. I'm getting a headache." He massaged his temples.

Ga Eul laughed at her husband's over-thinking. She decided to tease him further.

"Well, like you once said to the kids, Honey. Love works in its own way. Love has its own mind. So that means age is not a matter."

Yi Jeong frowned at his beautiful wife. His words surely came back at him.

Ga Eul then slowly pushed him to lie down. She then folded her arms on his chest, her chin rested on her hands. He immediately placed his hands on her back and caressed it gently.

"Don't worry Honey. The kids were just having fun and of course they love each other like family. I don't think it comes up to that kind of love."

"I hope so, Jagiya."

"I hope so too, Honey," and dropped a kiss on his chest, sending pleasurable shivers up his spine.

"Ga Eul-yang." He held her chin up. She loved it when he called her Ga Eul-yang. It brought her back to those wonderful years.

"Yes, Yi Jeong Sunbae." She gave him her best smile and loving gaze. He loved it when she called him Yi Jeong Sunbae. It reminded him of her perseverance to wake him up from his destructive life years ago.

He then turned her on her back and trapped her between his arms. His eyes fixed on hers.

"I don't know what I'll do with more of these kids' love affairs and crushes if you're not here with me. I don't think I can handle them alone."

"That's why I'm here, my love. To be by your side and we will handle them together." And she pulled him down for a deep passionate kiss and more.

"Saranghae Jagiya." "Saranghae Honey."

T. H. E. E. N. D.

A.N.: Thank you again for this wonderful journey. Take care everyone. Hugs and love. jayjayzek signing off.