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Guardian Angel
Both of them headed towards the treehouse. It was their favorite place to hang out and also a place to escape from their parents. For them, at the time it was their safe place, and they imagined many things there and made many memories there. They would even make a sleepover event and stay up all night looking at the stars and talking about what they want to do when they grow up. They all had their dreams and wishes and they thought life was easy. They were excited about their future, but then things went downhill.
Ji Hoon had many nice memories here and he loved coming here despite his parents not allowing it always. He didn't care about what his parents liked and disliked, he came here regardless. There was always something fun to do and they would always think of a new game and play it.
They didn't accept anyone else into their group, just the four of them were allowed. Of course, they never bullied anyone but they were very clear about it so the other kids didn't bother with them, they would go their own way. They just had their own little world and no one was allowed to crash in.
As they walked down the alley there were many drawings. Most of them were done by Sora. She loved to draw and it always made her happy. Usually, she would draw animals and sometimes people. As a matter of fact, she liked to do many things, but most of the things she did, she liked doing it all with Jong Suk. They were always together, from morning to night and her parents never worried when she was around him and Hoon. There was one more person with them but somehow Jong Suk couldn't remember his name and neither could Ji Hoon.
That night at the party he definitely felt that guy's presence, but that was it, his mind went blank. He tried hard to remember but nothing came to mind, so hopefully, he will find some answer back at the treehouse. As they continued walking Hoon looked around and he remembered the times they had together. In this alley, they would usually play some sports like soccer or basketball or they would play tag. A smile formed on his face.
***
"Be careful!" The younger Jong Suk said.
"I will op..." Just as she was about to finish her sentence she tripped and fell.
Jong Suk ran over to her and bent down to see if she was okay. She hurt her knee and it was bleeding. She looked at him and her eyes were watery, and she wanted to hold back her tears but she couldn't.
"Oppa it hurts!" She started crying.
"I told you to be careful and not to run. Hold on. Stay still." He said and started cleaning the wound.
She watched him and wiped away her tears.
"There we go, all done. Better?" He asked.
She nodded and leaned a bit toward him, kissing his cheek. He smiled and blushed a little.
"Thank you, Oppa." She said.
"You're welcome." He replied and ruffled her hair playfully.
She closed her eyes and giggled.
***
That was his very first kiss from her and at the time he felt really shy, but at the same time, it made him really happy. He smiled at the thought of it and continued down the alley until they reached their destination. The tree was standing in the middle of the field and once again there were no people or kids around. Usually, this area was always empty even though it was the most beautiful place in the city.
They walked up to the tree and climbed up into the treehouse. Hoon looked around and noticed that it didn't change much. It was pretty much the same as when they were kids. He smiled and sat down. On the wooden boards that created the wall, there were some drawings again and there was a shelf with some toys on it. There was a teddy bear, a police car, a doll, and an ambulance car. Ji Hoon hadn't been here in forever, not because he didn't want to but because he was busy with everyday life, sadly.
Jong Suk crawled over to one of the corners and lifted a wooden board, under it, there was an empty space and in that space, there was a box. He took it out and sat across Hoon. He took out the key and unlocked it. Inside there were some pictures, letters and some papers. They emptied the box and put all of its content in front of them. They weren't sure what exactly they wer
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