Episode 3
Later that Evening, at the Amusement Park
Min yun-soo
*Looking at the stars above *Today was so much fun, Yuria. Thank you for inviting me.
Kim yu-ria
😄😄Smiling brightly I wouldn’t have wanted to spend my birthday without you, Yun-soo. You’re my best friend.
Min yun-soo
Turned to look at her, his face a little serious.
Min yun-soo
Yuria, can I make a promise?
Kim yu-ria
🤔🤔Curious A promise?
Min yun-soo
Nodding Let’s promise that… no matter what, we’ll always be there for each other. Even if things get hard or we’re far away, we’ll always have each other’s backs.
Kim yu-ria
😯😳Eyes sparkled as she extended her pinky
Kim yu-ria
Smiling Pinky promise?
Min yun-soo
😊Smiling and linking his pinky with hers Pinky promise.
They both laughed softly, but there was a sense of warmth and comfort in the simple gesture.
On the Way Back Home – In Mrs. Kim’s Car
Mrs. Kim was driving with Yuria and Yun-soo in the backseat. They were still smiling and talking about their day at the amusement park. Suddenly, out of nowhere, headlights flashed as another car veered toward them. Mrs. Kim barely had a moment to react before—
Moments After the Accident
The car was still and tilted slightly on one side, with shattered glass and the sound of distant sirens growing closer. Yuria slowly opened her eyes, feeling a sharp pain but realizing she was alive. She looked around, spotting Yun-soo beside her, conscious but dazed.
Kim yu-ria
Whispering, scared Yun-soo… are you okay?
Min yun-soo
Groaning, nodding weakly I… I think so. Are you?
Kim yu-ria
Nodding, looking forward Mom…?
She turned to see her mother in the driver’s seat, breathing heavily and clearly injured. Mrs. Kim managed a weak smile as she looked back at her daughter.
Miss kim
Softly, with difficulty Yuria… my baby. Are you alright?
Kim yu-ria
Tears forming Mom, you’re hurt… we need to get you help!
Miss kim
Breathing shallowly Sweetheart… listen to me. I don’t know how much time I have. I need you to be strong for me, okay?
Yuria’s eyes filled with tears, but she nodded, her small hands clutching her mother’s arm.
Miss kim
With love in her eyes I want you to know how much I love you, Yuria. You and your brothers… you mean everything to me. You’re my bright, beautiful girl.
Kim yu-ria
Sobbing Mom, please don’t talk like that… you’ll be okay! You have to be okay!
Miss kim
Smiling weakly, brushing a tear from Yuria’s cheek
Miss kim
You’re so strong, just like your dad. I need you to keep being strong… for him, and for your brothers. Take care of them. And take care of yourself, sweetheart.
Kim yu-ria
Shaking, holding her mother’s hand Mom… please don’t leave us. Daddy will get out us from here...😟😟
Miss kim
Yuria. Promise me you’ll be brave, and that you’ll keep smiling… just like you did today.
Kim yu-ria
mommy why are you saying like this ..we will be fine once daddy came for us.....
Miss kim
*Breaths became shallower, and she closed her eyes, whispering her final words.*
Miss kim
*Barely audible* I’ll always be with you… right here… places her hand over Yuria’s heart
The sirens grew louder, and rescue teams arrived. Yuria clung to her mother’s hand, tears streaming down her face as she whispered, "I love you, ❤️
The ambulance doors swung open, and Yuria, Yun-soo, and Mrs. Kim were rushed through the emergency room. Mr. Kim and the boys arrived moments later, their faces pale and filled with worry.
Mr.kim
*Desperately to the doctor* Please, you have to save them! My wife and daughter… please!
Doctor
We’ll do everything we can. Right now, we need you all to wait outside. gestures toward the waiting area
Mr. Kim’s hands were shaking as he sat down, his sons quietly leaning against him, holding back tears. He tried to stay calm, holding onto hope that his family would pull through.
[Hours Later – Doctor Approaches the Family
Doctor
Somberly Mr. Kim… I’m so sorry.
Mr. Kim felt his heart stop as he looked into the doctor’s eyes, his worst fears surfacing.
Mr.kim
Voice trembling No… no, please…
Doctor
Hesitates We did everything we could. Mrs. Kim sustained severe injuries… she didn’t make it.
Mr. Kim dropped to his knees, tears streaming down his face as his sons huddled around him. He held them close, trying to be strong, but feeling shattered inside.
Kim je-huan
Sobbing Mom… no, this can’t be real.
Kim tae-sunga
Whispering, clinging to Mr. Kim Why did this happen? She was just here… she was just smiling…
Kim Se-huana
Looking away, silent but with tears in his eyes
[Nearby – Yuria Wakes Up]
Yuria opened her eyes slowly, her head throbbing and her vision blurry. She looked around the hospital room, disoriented. The events of the accident were a haze in her mind, but she remembered her mother’s voice, her words…
Kim yu-ria
Whispering to herself Mom?
She sat up, panic starting to set in as she looked around, desperately searching.
Kim yu-ria
Weakly, looking around the room Mommy? crying Mommy! Where are you?
A nurse tried to comfort her, but Yuria slipped out of bed, wandering down the hall, calling out
Kim yu-ria
Crying to everyone she sees Have you seen my mom? Please… my mom was with me… please, where is she?
Each person she asked avoided her eyes, and her heart sank deeper with each unanswered question. She finally spotted her family and ran toward her father, clutching his shirt.
Kim yu-ria
Sobbing, clutching him tightly Daddy… where’s Mom? Please tell me she’s okay… please…
Mr. Kim’s face contorted with grief as he knelt down and hugged Yuria tightly, unable to find the words.
Mr.kim
Whispering I’m so sorry, Yuria… I’m so sorry. Mommy… Mommy’s with the angels now
Kim yu-ria
Crying harder, shaking her head No! No, she promised she’d always be here… she can’t be gone! breaking down I need her… please, Daddy, bring her back.
Her brothers gathered around, each of them trying to hold back their own tears as they held Yuria close, the family sharing their heartbreak in silence.
One Week Later – Doctors Check on Yun-soo
The days passed in a blur, each of them feeling the weight of the loss. Yuria barely spoke, often staring at her mother’s empty chair, as though waiting for her to return. Yun-soo remained in the hospital for further checks after his injuries
Doctor
Speaking to Mr. Kim We’ve completed Yun-soo’s evaluations. He’s physically stable, but…
Doctor
He’s experienced a form of memory loss. He seems to have lost all memories from the past two years.
Mr.kim
Shocked So… he won’t remember Yuria? Or the times they spent together?
Doctor
Nodding Yes, it’s likely he won’t remember her or any of the memories they shared. This may be temporary, or it could last longer. We’ll monitor his recovery closely.
Mr. Kim felt the weight of it sink in. Not only had they lost Mrs. Kim, but now Yuria’s closest friend had forgotten her as well.
[Mr. Kim Walks to Yuria’s Room]
Mr. Kim found Yuria sitting in her hospital bed, staring quietly at her hands. She looked up when he entered, her eyes dull with sadness
Mr.kim
Sitting beside her How are you feeling, sweetheart?
Mr.kim
Whispering Sweetheart… I know you’re hurting. We all are.
Yuria sniffled, still looking away. Her voice was barely a whisper.
Kim yu-ria
It’s… it’s my fault, Dad.
Mr.kim
Softly, surprised Yuria, what do you mean?
Kim yu-ria
If… if I hadn’t asked to go to the amusement park, none of this would have happened. Mom would still be here. tears start streaming down her cheeks
Mr. Kim felt his heart shatter hearing her blame herself. He pulled her close, hugging her tightly
Mr.kim
Gently Oh, Yuria… none of this is your fault. Not even a little. This was an accident, something no one could control.
Mr.kim
You were only excited about your birthday, just like any child would be.
Kim yu-ria
Sobbing But… if I hadn’t insisted… maybe… maybe she’d still be here…
Mr.kim
Listen to me, Yuria. Your mom loved you more than anything, and she would never want you to feel guilty for something you didn’t do.
Mr.kim
She was so happy that day, seeing you smile and laugh. She wanted that day to be perfect for you. It wasn’t your fault.
Kim yu-ria
Looking up, voice trembling Really…?
Mr.kim
Really. You carry no blame in this, my love. All you need to do is remember her love and all the happy moments we shared with her
Mr.kim
He wiped her tears and smiled softly.
Mr.kim
Let’s make her proud by cherishing her memory, by living with the same kindness and joy she taught us.
Mr.kim
And remember, you’ll always have me, and your brothers. We’re in this together.
Kim yu-ria
Yuria wrapped her arms around her father, hugging him tightly, as if to hold on to the last pieces of warmth she could find.
Kim yu-ria
I… I miss her so much, Dad.
Mr.kim
I do too, Yuria. I do too. And that’s okay. We’ll carry her with us every day, in every little thing we do.
They sat there in silence, a quiet understanding between them as they held onto each other. It was a moment of comfort and strength, a reminder that together, they could begin to heal
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