CHAPTER 4

Gyeoul finally decided to tell Jeongwon that she's pregnant. She had been hiding it for 2 weeks already, aside of course from Minha who in one glance knew what was going on, also adding her behavior on certain foods, the frequent visits to the bathroom, and her pale appearance. She literally cornered her to tell her if what she's thinking is true. Oh, how she begged her to not tell anyone about her situation. She's too scared to tell him, too anxious about his reaction. She knew Jeongwon loves kids but they haven't still talked about this matter. Plus, she's in her last year of residency and is preparing for her boards. She is scared, no, she's terrified that something bad may happen with the child on her belly.

She waited in his office for almost 2 hours. Something's not right, she thought. Did the surgery fail? The door opened, it was Jeongwon with a long face, tears on his eyes. Ah, the surgery didn't go well. She hugged him tight making Jeongwon burst into crying.

"I tried Gyeoul-ah, everything I can."

"Shh..gwenchana oppa..gwenchana.."

Bad timing, she uttered in her mind. They stayed like that for a couple of minutes until he finally calmed down. Jeongwon is sensitive and is stubborn, everyone knows that. He is overly attached to people whom he cares about. She tried her best to lift his mood but people as people, sometimes just want to be alone. However, her consciousness is telling her otherwise. Gyeoul is known to be that stoic, expressionless doctor but it all changed when he met Jeongwon. She tried to be better, not just for her but for the people around here. He needs me.

A week later, they decided to visit Mama Rosa in Yangpyeong to clear his mind, and also to get some fresh air. Jeongwon has been very tired these past few days, after losing the patient during the surgery. It happened before, but this time it's different. He's always tired and not in a good mood. She tried to talk to him, comfort him, helps him get through it but he just doesn't open up. He is keeping it to himself. When he asked for advice from his friends, all they can give her is to be patient. To add is Min-ha's constant reminder to make her tell Jeongwon about her situation.

"Jang Gyeoul, you have a situation too. He needs to know!"

"What happened to the brave Gyeoul I know? If he says no, then what about it? I'll help you take care of that little angel instead. Just tell him!"

All she can do is sigh. What happened to the girl who gathered all her might to confess her love even if it doesn't guarantee the answer that she wants? This is not so her.

"Gyeoul-ah, is something bothering you?" Mama Rosa sked. There were only two of them at her house at the moment because he ordered Jeongwon to buy stuff in the nearby grocery.

"Ommeoni…I'm-..I'm pregnant." She said with her head down. Rosa gasped, putting her hands on her chest, surprised at the sudden news. She hugged Gyeoul and kissed her like she was a baby.

"Omo..omo.. I'm going to be a grandma?" her eyes began to moist. She couldn't contain her happiness. She never thought she'll be able to witness this day. Her prayers were answered.

"I'm very happy, Gyeoul-ah. So, what was Jeongwon's reaction?'

"I didn't tell him yet, eommoni.

"You didn't tell him yet? That's okay honey. I'm glad you told me this news first."

"I am waiting for the right time. Maybe tomorrow? When he feels a little bit better. Hopefully."

"Gwenchana, I'll keep it a secret for now."Mama Rosa held Gyeoul's hand, and then tucked some of her hair behind her ears.

"Thank you for coming into our lives, Gyeoul-ah. You have no idea how happy I am. Thank you for loving my son, and now, you're giving me another reason to be happy."She said as she fondled Gyeoul's tummy.

"Aegiya, grandma can't wait to see you."

"Eomoni…"

She hugged Gyeoul with all her might. She knew she was having a hard time with his son, but she believes in them, and their love for each other. Jeongwon at that moment came back from the errand. He was flustered seeing her mother and Gyeoul hugging each other. Before he could ask a question, Mama Rosa beat him up on how is Gyeoul so thin these days. Gyeoul just laughed, making her worries fly away from her mind for now. For now, she'll enjoy the meal Mama Rosa prepared, and then tell him tomorrow….hopefully.

The next day. Before going to Yulje to visit his son and her future daughter-in-law, Rosa decided to stop by a department store first, she needs to buy some ginseng drink for her friend, Jong-su. Her blood still boils at the thought of how his children don't even bat an eye for their father. After paying for the goods, a certain store caught her attention, making her face form a smile. She's going to be a grandma. After getting everything, she dialed his son as she made her way to the mall's parking lot.

"Adduel, mohee?"

"Mom…I was just about to enter the OR. What is it?"

"Oh, nothing. I'm going to the hospital right now. To visit you and Gyeoul, and also Jongsu. Don't worry about me. I'll hang out with my daughter-in-law while I'll wait. It's a good day today."

Rosa was too excited to see his son's reaction when Gyeoul tells the news. Ah, life…you maybe shitty sometimes..but still full of surprises. She thought to herself. She was humming and whistling throughout her drive. It was indeed a happy day, the sun was out, the sky was clear, and her son will finally know he's going to be a dad. Everything was perfect.

The operation lasts for 6 hours. It was a successful one. He then made his way out of the OR, picked his phone, and dialed his mom. That's weird, she wasn't answering. Maybe she's with Gyeoul, as he moves forward he saw a familiar figure in the waiting area, fidgeting, and was panicking. It was Gyeoul

"Gyeoulah, are you okay? What happened?"

"Jeongwon…it's eomonni."

They ran. Both of them, Gyeoul was a little slow, being careful not to harm her little one. Then there they saw, Mama Rosa, on the ICU bed, she was almost unrecognizable, machine supporting her breathing, fighting for her life.

Jeongwon dropped on the floor, the sight was incredulous, making his eyes wide opened but unable to speak. Why is his mother on that bed? What happened? A surge of different emotions hit him – he was sad, and mad, and hurting at the same time. Gyeoul joined him, hugging him from behind, telling him everything will be fine thou she knew, as a doctor that the chance of her soon to be mother-in-law's of surviving is very low. She let out a heavy sigh. Why did this happen?

Then, two police officers came to approach them. They explained what happened. A 10-wheeler truck Overspeed in a crossroad making him lose its break, as Rosa was about to turn, the truck crashed the car she was driving. As they discuss further, one officer gave them two shopping bags that were found on the scene. He handed it over to Gyeoul, who was the only sane person at that time. The officers bid their goodbye and assured them that this case will be solved. She opened the first bag containing boxes of red ginseng for Chairman Ju, who was at the hospital chapel, praying with all his might for his best friend's safety.

She opened the next bag - a pair of infant clothes, a pink and a blue one. Also, two pairs of baby shoes.

She felt her heartbreak. Cruel…life is cruel. Jeongwon heard his whimper so she looked at her. He asked if what was wrong, but she just handed him the paper bag. Jeongwon let out a bitter smile.

"Omma, really."

"Jeongwon…I have something to tell you."

"Hmmm?"

"I'm…I'm preg-"

"Andrea, what happened? How is eomma?"

It was his brothers and sisters. Even before she could say her greetings, the nurse who was monitoring Rosa pressed the emergency button inside announcing a Code Blue emergency. A number of doctors came, Rosa was having a cardiac arrest. Everything went blurry again, Jeongwon was shouting and begging his fellow doctors to save his mom while Gyeoul tries to calm him. His siblings were praying and crying, holding each other's hands. It was a mess, it was chaotic.

Few minutes passed and still no sign of stability. Gyeoul heard pairs of running footsteps and when she lifts her head it was Prof. Chae, Prof. Lee, Prof. Kim, and Prof. Yang, still catching their breaths. They didn't utter a single word, the boys just automatically comforted Jeongwon – patting his back, while Prof Chae engulfed Gyeoul in a hug, telling her to be strong for the both of them.

The doors finally opened,

"I'm sorry…we tried our best."

Hello, this is the least painful scenario I chose in my drafts.
I'm sorry again for the late update!

Note: That this is just a work of fiction, I love Mama Rosa so much but I had just to write this to let the heartache of yesterday (not getting a selca of them two) lol

Enjoy!