Jumbled thoughts arose in Myeol Mang's mind, clearest image of cherry blossoms falling as Dong Kyung gazed upward. Her delighted smile, eyes full of happiness, and after her confession, walking away, hair bouncing, turning to wave goodbye. In that moment everything became clear.
Turning, he briskly ran, long legs pumping, arms reaching, every step echoes I thought I could always look after those who disappear. Heart pounding, knows time is short, pushing himself, thinks… eat like them, sleep like them.
Breathing deeply, long arms stretched, continues running, thoughts focused… feel sympathy for them and love them. Strides longer, arms stretching, desiring to reach his destination, a realization occurring. He always desired to live as a human being, but never was able, now with a fine mist on his forehead, thinks… is this what it means to be headed somewhere, like them?