"Good evening everyone and welcome back to Stars with Ji-woo! I'm your host, Ji-woo and I am thrilled to welcome back the lovely Guem Jan-di!" Biting her lower lip Jan-di gave a half hearted smile and waved at the crowd and cameras. From the side line her manager was motioning for her to smile wider. Trying to hide the sigh that escaped her she forced on an award worthy smile. She wasn't entirely sold on being here at this moment, her mind was back in the hospital with Jun-pyo sitting in a chair at his bedside. She had only left to take her exams as she couldn't put off her education, but work. She could have put this off. Of course her manager teamed up with Ji-hoo and she scowled at the thought of those two conspiring against her. It wasn't fair. Fixing her expression she beamed over at Ji-woo who was practically bouncing out of her seat.
"Now, I'm super excited for tonight's show, we have a lot to cover and I feel like I never get enough time with you." Partially thankful to get things going Jan-di silently encouraged Ji-woo to jump in with her questioning so that she could get this over with and head back to Jun-pyo. "Of course we are going to talk about your music, but right now I have a question myself." Internally groaning at the mention of a personal question Jan-di straightened herself up in her seat and prepared herself for what ever it is that Ji-woo was going to throw at her. "First, I want to say that you and Gu Jun-pyo are the cutest couple we've ever seen and I'm so sad that he was unable to join you tonight." Tensing at the mention of Jun-pyo Jan-di have a small smile and tried to control her rapidly beating heart. They were keeping the whole drowning incident out of the press and no one knew that Jun-pyo was currently hospitalized. "Thank you, unfortunately he was a little tied up but he really wanted to be here," she lied smoothly twinging from the guilt that poked at her. She hated lying.
Not missing a beat Ji-woo continued, "We all know that your boyfriend, Gu Jun-pyo was in a terrible accident not too long ago that hospitalized him for some time. How did you handle that? We obviously saw and heard a lot from you during that time." Thinking carefully Jan-di took a shaky breath before commenting. "Actually, my work is what helped me through it. I was so distraught by the event that I locked myself in my recording studio for days. My fans, who heard through the media about the accident came out and saw me. Whether I was in my studio, on campus, walking down the street it didn't matter if they saw me they'd come up and offer encouragement and support. It was inspiring and I wouldn't have had that kind of support or encouragement if not for my job. I couldn't be more thankful for what I do and the people I've gotten to meet because of it."
"Guem Jan-di! That is absolutely amazing and it touches my heart to hear such a touching story!" Ji-woo gushed "you came out with a lot of new singles recently, the most popular being your song White Dress, which you've also made a music video for. I hope you don't mind for us to take a moment to show your video?" Signaling that she didn't mind Jan-di waited for the music to start patiently. This song was written for one of her fans, the first fan to reach out to her in her studio during that time. Closing her eyes to get lost in the music she smiled, listening carefully.
(Song is White Dress by Dia Frampton)
Mmm, mhmm
Mmm, mhmm
Mmm, mhmm
Mhmm, mhmm
Mmm, mhmm
Mhmm, mhmm
Nothing lasts forever, I know
But I was praying you'd let that go
Wait until I'm older, so close
I sewed your heart into my winter coat
Don't close your eyes
They're full of life
When you lie, oh
I put my white dress on
I was holding your hand
You said, "I will come back. I hope you'll understand."
I was far too young
I had totally gone mad
You said, "You got it bad"
Will you remember what we used to have?
Time is frozen and I can't wait
I sleep for hours, deep in a haze
Don't close your eyes
They're full of life
When you lie, oh
I put my white dress on
I was holding your hand
You said, "I will come back. I hope you'll understand."
With my white dress on
I was too scared to move
You were covering your eyes
You were leaving me behind
With my white dress on, I thought I was running to an angel anchored in the cold November wind
With my white dress on
But I won't be again
I won't be again
I won't be again
"It's absolutely beautiful. I know your music is an outlet for you and I want to ask, what inspired such a beautifully put together song during that time?" Thankful for the opportunity to focus on her music and not discuss Jun-pyo Jan-di eagerly responded. "Well, actually this isn't my story at all. It's a fans. Last time I was in your show I mentioned that my music was an outlet for me, and that was true. I was using my career for myself and to work through my own life challenges. But my overall goal has always been to reach out and help others. I decided to change the way I used my music and I took stories from all my fans and wrote songs that were for them. Though I may relate to some of their difficulties I'm not just singing for myself anymore, I'm telling their stories and I think that's why this new album is more personal to me."
"Wow. I don't know what to say, I'm speechless honestly. I think what you're doing is great and it's a wonderful testimony to how big your heart is. No wonder you captured Gu Jun-pyo's attention. I truly wish all my interviews were as inspiring as yours. I'm so glad that you came back after we changed things up on you last time." Understanding what Ji-woo meant Jan-di reached over and squeezed her hand letting her know that there were no hard feelings. "Now, you came out with a guitar. Does this mean you have a new song to share with us?" Ji-woo asked excitedly. "I have a couple actually. These two haven't been released yet but they will be on my newest album. Do you want to hear them?" Nodding eagerly Jan-di laughed lightly picking up the guitar. "This first one is called only for love."
(Song is only for love by Meg and Dia)
Will I always stare at that shore
Wondering, what's it for?
Will I never venture out
And see the world, do I dare to see it now?
Listen to me, you lonely thing
You've come too far to just give up
It's just always more, it's time to explore
What the inside of your heart looks like
I leave paranoia only for love
Only for love, only for love
I'd be a believer only for love
Only for love, only for love
When we forget why we're proud
Time's a rotten friend
It's hard to learn it now
Doesn't matter what they say
Love will slide your backbone into place
Won't you listen to me, you silly thing
You've been away for far too long
It's just up ahead, get with the rest of it
I'm onto your side, now come along
I leave paranoia only for love
Only for love, only for love
I'd be a believer only for love
Only for love, only for love
I leave paranoia only for love
Only for love, only for love
I'd be a believer only for love
Only for love, only for love
Immediately after this song ended Jan-di went into the next one.
(Song is Lights by Dia Frampton)
My hands are cold
They float like feathers, reaching for you
'Til the unknown
Deep in the darkness, out in the blue
Can you hear me?
I am not a ghost after all
As my breath leaves
I am not afraid to burn out
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a sun I know, oh
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a dream I own
Will I be brave
Watching the bedsheets turn into chains
I'll fly like angels
Hitting the windshields, cursing the rain
Can you hear me?
I have stopped protecting myself
As my breath leaves, I can hear the Liberty Bell
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a sun I know, oh
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a dream I own
Fall in the tunnels
Float into nothing
Shedding my clothes
I'm all I've got now, and I forgive me for not making it home
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a sun I know, oh
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a dream I own
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a sun I know, oh
Light up in the cold
Is it what I hope?
Like a dream I own
"Oh I'm so in love with both of those!" Ji-woo cried giddily squirming in her seat with excitement. Setting the guitar down Jan-di thanked her. "Oh my! It seems to have a guest!" Shocked to hear this Jan-di turned to see who Ji-woo was pointing at. With wide eyes she gasped as she watched Jun-pyo walked towards her. He was smiling and looked stunning in his all black suit. She wondered when he had woken up and partially wanted to scold him from leaving the hospital so soon after being out for so long but she couldn't. All words were caught in a net in her throat and she gaped at him openly, purely shocked by his presence. He gave her a knowing smirk before taking a seat on the sofa next to her and intertwining their fingers. "What a special surprise! I know I said you two are the cutest, but seeing you both together before me just intensifies it!" Jun-pyo jumped right in as if he were here the whole time and thanked her for her compliment in which she gave a true fan girl like squeal while struggling to compose herself. Taking Ji-woo's distracted state as an opportunity to question Jun-pyo. Leaning in to him she quietly whispered in his ear, "What are you doing here?"
He turned and looked her her, his expression sincere. "I promised you I'd be here for her next interview with Ji-woo." Shocked into silence Jan-di wrestled with his words… he had promised her, but that was before the accident. She didn't expect him to keep it after losing his memory let alone after being in the hospital for so long recently. Seeing no point in arguing with him, especially since he was already here and on the show Jan-di sat quietly glad that none of Ji-woo's questions required her input. Jun-pyo answered each question smoothly as if he didn't even have to think. Sitting here listening to him Jan-di felt like his accident never even happened with the way he spoke about her and their relationship.
"Now, Gu Jun-pyo, how did you feel about Guem Jan-di becoming such a workaholic right after your accident?" Holding her breath Jan-di looked up at Jun-pyo curious about what he was going to say. She knew that her distance bothered him, but would he state that openly on a public platform like this? "In all honestly, I struggled with it a bit at first. It kinda hurt. But I soon realized that her work was her form of support, and I would never want to get in the way of that. So I understood, and I worked on giving her as much time and space as she needed to focus on her work." Surprised by his blatant honesty Jan-di starred at him for a moment completely spaced out. "You two are so understanding of each other. Normally work especially with job titles such as the ones you both hold, would cause issues in a relationship. Both your positions take focus and time away from each other but it doesn't seem to phase you two at all."
Chuckling Jun-pyo squeezed Jan-di's hand lightly "that's not entirely true. There was one time Jan-di had an offer to go to America. I wasn't exactly thrilled with the offer and all the small details so she chose a different project to focus on. It was silly of me honestly, after that I vowed not to let my personal feelings interfere with her work. No matter how long or where it took her my goal is to always be a support to her in whatever she sets out to accomplish." It was a touching comment and Jan-di knew he really meant it. She was startled to hear him mention their disagreement. The only person who knew about it other than them was Ga-eul but it didn't surprise her that he sought her out for information. "That just touches my heart. I wish I had more time with the both of you, I really do but we are out of time. It was great having you both, I hope we can do this again soon!"
Jun-pyo and Jan-di both thanked Ji-woo and confirmed that they would appear on her show again together someday in the future. Eager to be done and with so many questions Jan-di trailed along behind Jun-pyo as they walked off the set and behind the scenes. As he guided her towards the exit she stopped suddenly, watching him turn to look at her with questioning eyes. "Shouldn't I change before we leave?" She asked fidgeting in place, trying to buy herself some time to collect her thoughts. She didn't understand why he came here, how he pulled off that interview with such ease and if he didn't even need to try, and why he seemed to be in such a rush to leave. "Sorry, I was a bit excited. I have somewhere I wanted to take you, but I can wait. You can go change if you want." Jan-di looked him over, mind turning "Are you sure you should be running around? I'm assuming you woke up not too long ago, did they really just let you leave?"
"Ah, about that. Ji-hoo might have helped me." He admitted kicking the ground with the tip of his shoe, looking away. He knew she would disapprove and her scowl said it all. "I knew I shouldn't have left you in his care." She grumbled pouting slightly. Jun-pyo laughter softly shaking his head in disbelief. Grabbing hold of her hand he pulled her to him. "I'm fine. I just wanted to take you out on a date." Questioning his sanity Jan-di starred up into his eyes, wondering if he was really in his right mind. She was so worried about him and now here he was standing before her as if everything was right in the world. With a soft sigh she agreed to let him take her out, smiling widely Jun-pyo leaned down and brushed their lips together gently, "then let's go." He said before grabbing her hand and pulling her out side where a car was waiting for them.
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The next chapter is going to be the last. I'm super excited to be able to finish this up before my trip. I may finish it this weekend if not then I will before I leave.