Chapter Number Six

Vacation Part 2

Ji-Ha's POV

I really can't believe Jun-Pyo would take her on vacation, I'd checked the islands history already. No signs any previous visits, but the F4 had been their countless times. I decided to be prepared anyway, and flew in my own jet. It was fairly simple being released from the hospital, I told them I was already feeling better and wanted some time to spend with my friends. I didn't feel bad lying, none of them would tell me where Jan-Di had gone.

When I came to pick her up, she was missing. Scared Jun-Pyo had tried something again, I searched the entire hospital. She was no where to be found, and all of the doctors told me patient release was confidential. Her cell-phone was off, so I hacked into mine and made it continue calling until she picked up. When she finally did, approximately eight hours later, I felt extreme relief. I considered the option that I had actually grown feelings for that girl, but immediately dismissed them. I was merely worried Jun-Pyo would succeed, which would lead my my own failure.

When I finally arrived at the island, I was exhausted. Someone referred to as Butler Lee informed me they were exploring town, and I decided to fall asleep. I'd been awake the entire night, either waiting for Jan-Di to call back or booking my flight. The private jet, which flew much faster than an airplance, my father was using to visit the Caribbean. I had to fly commercial, so I reserved one of the smaller planes for myself. I had to pull a ton of favors, and knock a flight attendant unconscious, to make it work.

Jan-Di's POV

Whether not I'd already been to the main island's town, it was amazing. There were shacks everywhere, and vendors selling products from food to shark teeth. There was also this fortune telling booth, but I was too scared to go in. I tried convincing Ga-Eul to come with me, but she said it gave her the creeps. Something related to bad dreams. Throwing one last glance over my shoulder, I walked away.

Jun-Pyo, thankfully, didn't join us while we explored. Woo-Bin asked once, and Ji-Hoo Sunbae said he was preparing lunch with the kitchen staff. After limping through the northern part of the city, we stopped at a tourist shop that sold souvenirs, such as mugs and key-chains. Glancing through the shop, I ended up purchasing a painting of the island on a plate, with the artists signature in the lower right hand corner. I decided my family would like to see it.

The only other person who bought something was Ji-Hoo Sunbae, and he wouldn't tell me what it was. The only hint he gave me was that he didn't buy it for himself, or for me either. Giving up, and went next to Ga-Eul, who smiled at me.

"Are you enjoying yourself?" I nodded, but then grimaced.

"I still don't remember anything. It's frustrating. I've been here before, right?" she nodded slowly, and then pointed to the fortune telling tent she wouldn't accompany me too.

"You had a dream about that tent once, and woke up screaming." I stared, but nothing came to mind. Sighing, I turned to Yi-Jung Sunbae.

"Yi-Jung Sunbae, when are we eating lunch?"

"We're heading back to the main house for a meal right now. We'll explore again later, if you still want to." He stated, and I nodded while glancing at the passing shops. After a few more minutes, I spotted someone.

"Ji-Ha Sunbae?" a few heads turned, and I saw him glance in my direction. He said something to the waiter, and headed over.

"I arrived a few hours ago. Butler Lee sent me here, saying you guys were exploring. I decided to stay in one place and hope you guys would pass by. He said lunch is ready, so head back whenever you're hungry."

"We're heading back right now, are you coming?" I asked, restraining myself from bombarding him with questions.

"Sure, might as well." He stated, while swerving me to avoid a rock I hadn't noticed.

"How'd you get here?" Woo-Bin asked, wondering.

"I flew, this is quite a large tourist attraction." He replied, not looking at him while answering.

"Is there a time differece?" I asked, and he shook his head.

"We're basically just south of Korea, maybe a little to the west." He replied, and turned to the car waiting for us.

Ji-Hoo helped me on his car, and Ji-Ha folded up the wheelchair and stuffed it in the back of the chauffer's car, then sliding to take shotgun in Yi-Jung's car. Ga-Eul was sitting in Woo-Bin's.

After arriving at the main house again, we went to the balcony for lunch. There was a giant dining table set up in the center piled up with traditional Indonesian food. At least that's what Jun-Pyo stated.

"You," he started, pointing at one of the cowering maids. "Grab another chair, we have another guest. This should've already been done. Set up a place as well." All three of them scurried away; I assumed they were scared of him. That didn't surprise me.

While eating, nobody really said anything. I suppose it was awkward with Ji-Ha there, since they had put him on the brink of suicide before, but Ji-Ha himself looked relaxed. All he did was shove food in his mouth consistently.

"Should we head back to town after lunch, or does anybody want to go to the beach?" Yi-Jung Sunbae asked, breaking the silence.

"I'd like to see the beach again, but do you want to head back and explore the town?" Ga-Eul replied, looking at me.

"I'm a bit tired, so I'll take a nap after lunch. You guys can decide where you want to go." I replied, smiling.

"To the beach then, but are you sure you're going to be okay?" Woo-Bin asked, glancing towards me. I rolled my eyes.

"I can take care of myself, I'll be-"

"I'll stay behind with you. Swimming isn't my forte." Interrupted Ji-Ha Sunbae, and everyone immediately stared at him.

"I'll help to, I might as well." Stated Jun-Pyo.

"Don't worry then, Ji-Ha will be with me. I'll be fine." I replied, but they were all watching Jun-Pyo.

"I've nothing better to do, and someone like you would need two people's help." Sighing, I gave up. It'd be a miracle if I managed to take a nap at all, with that idiot there.

"Fine, do what you want." I replied, and he nodded satisfied.

"We're done, so let's just go now." Ji-Hoo stated, standing up. They all followed his lead, and left. Jun-Pyo went back to the kitchen, probably to scare some more maids. I noticed he had Ji-Hoo Sunbae's package in his hands, so he was the one Ji-Hoo bought something for.

"If you're done, then we should go now too." Stated Ji-Ha Sunbae, easing himself up. I nodded, and he helped me to the wheelchair. After pushing me too my room with Jun-Pyo strict supervision, he laid me on the bed, while Jun-Pyo glanced around the room. After telling me to have a nice nap, he left and Jun-Pyo shut the door. What a useless person.

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After waking up again, I wheeled myself to the bathroom so I could wash my face. I could hear noise coming from the beach, so I decided to join them.

Changing and shoving some shoes on, I opened the door and found a brown box sitting right outside. My name was scrawled on it, so I carefully picked it up and placed it on my lap. After my brain fully processed it, I ripped the ribbon off and opened the box. Inside was a bracelet or anklet, I couldn't tell which. It was mainly brown, with some other earth toned beads. There were funny wooden shapes similar to triangles stuck on it.

Deciding it was an anklet; I shoved it on my foot and placed it just below the bandaged brace over my shin. It looked nice, but something triggered in my brain. I already had an anklet like this; it was in my bedroom on the lamp. Where had it come from? It was just as mysterious as the necklace I had, of the sun and the star. Suddenly, pictures flashed in my mind.

I had been to this island before, with someone. I had had lunch with them, and they had given me an anklet too. They had taken me on some sort of ride too, like parachuting. Something about a green heart seemed to come back, although I couldn't tell where it was. I suddenly fell out of my wheelchair, remembering everything. Shopping for lighter clothing, Ga-Eul being kidnapped from the porridge shop, the drowning experience, bickering over genies, and the fireworks. Everything, except the person's face.

"Jan-Di, are you alright?" it was Ji-Hoo Sunbae, with Ga-Eul, Yi-Jung Sunbae, and Woo-Bin Sunbae right behind him. Ji-Ha rushed behind all of them, staring at me.

"This is my second anklet, isn't it?" I asked them, showing them my foot. My brain wasn't fully awake yet, and my head was still cloudy with shock. I stared at my hand for a while, until I wasn't dizzy anymore.

"Yes, it is." Ji-Hoo replied, and I nodded slowly.

"Ji-Hoo kissed me last time we were here, and we almost got expelled, didn't we." I started again, and he froze. I assumed I was right, and stared at the anklet. I remember everything I had gone through, the swimming, racing, and horseback riding. I hated that guilty and depressed feeling pulsing through me.

"Yes, that happened too." Yi-Jung Sunbae answered, and I stared at the ceiling.

"Do you remember everything now?" asked Jun-Pyo asked, and I decided not to snap at him for some reason. I wondered why he was here, but pushed that thought aside.

"There's someone I can't remember. The person that gave me the anklet brought me here for the first time, and…" I couldn't finish, but they were all waiting for me too. I could tell Jun-Pyo was near hysterics, his leg was shaking dangerously close to an antique lamp.

"Do I have a brother? A sister? " I asked lightly, Jun-Pyo seemed disappointed. Not that it mattered.

"Yes, your brother's at home right now. He's six years younger than you." Ga-Eul explained patiently, but I could tell she was getting anxious.

"They seemed different from a father…" I started, searching through my mind.

"Was it a guy? It had to be… I don't have any female relatives my age. Therefore it couldn't be a girl, right? I doubt it was my parents… And the- I mean he seemed too tall to be a grandparent." I started rambling, trying to remember something. I froze suddenly, realizing my heartache eating at my chest.

"Ga-Eul…" I started, ignoring the presence of everyone else in the room. " Was he… my boyfriend?" I asked, scared of the answer. There was no way I had a boyfriend, right? Everyone at school hated me, and there were no boys working at the porridge shop or the dry-cleaning store my family used to own.

Ga-Eul looked at Yi-Jung, waiting for approval. He nodded, and she followed suit.

My stomach immediately tightened. Out of all people, I had forgotten my boyfriend, and my mom. Anyone important to me was simply washed away like nothing. I guilt wash up my throat, and a tear rolled down my cheek.

"Can I go back early?" I asked, feeling my eyes start to bleed. "I want to go home."

THE END (YOU PROBABLY DON'T NEED THIS, BUT I'M GIVING IT TO YOU ANYWAY. DEAL WITH IT.)

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