Redeeming Eden Chapter Thirty
Title: Redeeming Eden
Length: Chapter 30/30
Rating: PG and growing
Pairings: YooSu, JaeHo, MinOther
Summary: Love, Hatred, Gratitude, Revenge. Is love worth all the pain they have to go through?
A/N: For
lmaii
lmaii's creation
23rd January
Park Yoohwan held his weeping mother in his arms, holding her cold trembling hands in his as they sat outside the operating theatre and waited.
Seemingly fully focused on the parent he stayed close to, his eyes betrayed the concentration as they followed the man who was pacing along the short passageway.
"Appa, please take a seat and rest for a while. You must be tired now."
His anxiety for his elder son kept him on his feet all this while but he knew that his younger should not be stretched any further by increasing the cause for worry.
The indication light had been on for almost 7 hours now and there was no telling how much longer they had to wait.
But just as the elder man was about to sit down, the red sign went off and the doors swung open, bringing the 3 of them to alert.
First to step out was no other than the man who led the surgical team in the operation, his features still and cold as though carved out of marble.
There was no way to tell what the outcome of the long procedure was by reading his face.
However, he spoke before the questions were verbal. "I'm sorry."
Grief filled the hearts of the middle aged couple as they saw their son's body pushed out.
Mrs Park rushed forward and hastily uncovered the face, carrying the tiniest bit of hope with her that it would be a case of mistaken identity.
Unfortunately, as much as she was unwilling to accept the truth, Yoochun laid on the bed, face pale but peaceful, seemingly asleep while the world around him flooded with turmoil.
No longer able to control herself, the woman wailed loudly, shaking the shoulders of the motionless body. "Yoochun-ah! Wake up, Yoochun! It's Omma! You cannot leave me just like that, Yooch.." Her body slumped as she blacked out, most probably overwhelmed by her sorrow.
"Omma!" Yoohwan quickly caught hold of the thin body before she fell, his shout catching the full attention of his father who had previously sank to the floor in regret of the treatment given to his elder son recently.
Yoochun's body was pushed away and wheeled towards the morgue as the men concentrated on the unconscious person.
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27th January
Just about a year ago, he was standing on the same grounds, attending the funeral of someone close to his heart.
Today, his body laid in the coffin as family and friends gathered to bid him farewell for the very last time.
Black umbrellas were held up, the unexpected downpour bringing a heavier gloom to the atmosphere.
It was as if even heaven was crying for the world's loss of this promising young man who could have a bright future ahead of him.
And Mrs Park was of course leading the crowd on earth in their mourning.
What remained of the Park family stayed close to one another, their hearts twisted with the pain of this beloved son and brother leaving them so early in life.
More so for Yoohwan, now that the entire burden of the family fell on his shoulders alone.
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29th April
They had always came to this place together, and now that he was alone, it really did need some getting used to.
His Hyung's departure had been sudden, leaving with only a short text message to notify him. But the emails and phone calls that followed made things better. Not to mention the promises to visit each other, promises that could be fulfilled since their relationship no longer need to be hidden with the closure of that chapter in their lives.
Digging his hands deeper into his pockets as a gust of wind brought with it the ending chills of spring, Changmin once again looked at the photo of his mother.
"I'm here alone today, Omma. Hyung has gone to live in another country, away from all the pain here. But he said he would come back to see you when he can. He's fine now, and that's most important, isn't it?"
Clouds in the sky dispersed slightly, making way for the light of spring.
"His trial has ended now. Sentenced to 25 years. I didn't tell anyone about what happened to you, knew you wouldn't want that. So he's going to live."
Flashback
3 days ago
He had been surprised when told of the request.
None of his clients had ever asked to see him again if they landed in jail. But then again, this was not just any client.
Adding on to the surprise was the appearance of the older man, who seemed to have aged a lot over the past few days.
Taking the seat opposite, the younger actually gave a slight smile, a genuine smile.
"Changmin-sshi, I would like to thank you for what you have done for me, for defending me in court."
"No problem at all."
With nothing else to say, Changmin found his hands exceptionally interesting.
That is, until the other broke the silence again.
"Changmin-sshi, when I was taken in by the police, there was this lady with me in the car. Her name is Lim So Young. I jus.." Perhaps having become mindful of his relationship with the younger woman, Jang Ji Dong trailed off midway.
He would call out her name and cry in his sleep. I think he really missed your Omma... Actually, I really want to believe that he loves me because of who I am, not because I look like your Omma... That sweet voice had never been forgotten and never will be.
"So Young Nuna passed away not long after the accident. Doctors tried their best to save her but her injuries were just too serious." Words that carried no blame, accepting what fate had arranged.
His eyes became wide with shock, spaced out as if searching in his memories for the lover he lost. Then, the words registered. "Did you know So Young personally?"
"Yes." It's time. "In fact, she was with you because of me. She was helping me."
"Help you? What was she helping you with?"
"She was helping me to put you where you belong. And my Hyung helped to collect evidence on what you did."
Total confusion now. "Your Hyung?"
"My Hyung, Kim Junsu."
Surprisingly, there was still no anger but just purely questions. "Junsu? He's your Hyung? But you're Shim.."
"I was adopted. You might not know Kim Junsu, but I hope that you remember Kim Eun Rin and Jang Junho."
"You're Junho?"
Changmin did not know whether to laugh or cry. "I didn't have Hyung's good fortune to at least have my Appa around when I was born."
"You're..."
"Omma named me Junsu. Hyung took the name after I was renamed by my adoptive parents."
It was natural that the older man needed time to digest all the information he just received.
Turning around as he halted at the door, he left words that should at least give the other some peace to balance the internal pandemonium. "Nuna really did love you, she told me."
End
Time flew by as the sky became covered with the amber rays of dusk.
Changmin reached out for the hand of that person who had been standing patiently behind him, taking the lightly curled fist in his warm palm and pulling the smaller body into a loving embrace. "Let's go home now, Keita."
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13th May
Stepping out of the glass doors, the men in suits continued to exchange well wishes and farewells.
More engrossed in their conversations, few paid heed to the glossy black BMW that came to a stop at the exit.
But the one person who needed to notice did.
With a face that stood out among the masses, the slim body encased in a sleek black suit was easily picked out.
Immediately ending his chat with the Japanese representative, Jaejoong slid into the passenger seat of the waiting car.
The pair of lips that greeted his still brought up the crimson tones despite their months of growing familiarity.
"Hey love, how did the convention go?"
Pressing down on his shyness, the plump red rubies were pressed onto the cheek of his lover's handsome face. "Good. Beneficial." The paper bag placed on his lap diverted his attention.
A sly grin. "I would love to surprise you with a gift but it's not."
Ignoring the mischief in Yunho's eyes, he reached in to pull out the contents. "It's a girl?" Joy burst from his features, instantly brightening the interior of the vehicle.
"Yup, Junki Hyung was so excited when he called. He was shouting into the phone for us to go back, as if the baby would be born soon." Rubbing his ear to emphasize the point. "I almost went deaf!"
Jaejoong's laughter rang loud at the younger man's antics. "Are we only getting this for the baby? Let's go get some toys, I was thinking of getting something for Eun Ah too."
"Sure. We'll go do what you what now, and then return to the hotel to do what I want."
The suggestive words drew back the redness that had previously retreated. "What? There's nothing to do!"
He barely managed to hold it back for a few seconds before his guffaws poured out. "Naughty naughty, I'm feeling kind of tired from a long day at the headquarters office and was thinking of sleeping early tonight. But, if you're feeling like it then I don't mind trying to meet your expectations..."
Driving off into the busy roads of Germany, blissful words of the lovers' banter could be heard emitting from the automobile.
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A/N:
1) Jang was eventually not charged with the murder of his ex-wife as his sons decided that they want to respect what their mother would wish for. Instead, he was charged with attempted murder on Eru and embezzlement.
2) I gave up on trying to find someone new for Changmin. At least Keita was always a good enough younger match for Min.
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Jung Yunho x Kim Jaejoong
Park Yoochun x Kim Junsu
Shim Changmin x Keita
Alright, don't throwing anything at me yet(You know who you are). Click for Epilogue