Jiyoung who realized Dalmi's tears fell on her face then let her tears just flow. This was done by Jiyoung because she understood the meaning of Dalmi's tears. And through this attitude, the people around them know that a friend who understands Dalmi's tears is more valuable than many friends who only know Dalmi's smile.
The solid relationship between Jiyoung and Dalmi seems to prove that everyone has many friends in their life, and at every stage of their life. But only the lucky ones have the same friends at all stages of their life. And that person is Dalmi.
Luckily, Dalmi didn't just have Jiyoung by her side. But she also has one more friend who is very caring and loves her at every stage of her life. This woman is Bitna. Bitna who heard Dalmi's heartbreaking sobs, drew closer to Dalmi and Bitna then hugged them tightly.
"Dalmi, I won't say that only time can heal the sorrow of your current loss. Because it doesn't make sense at all," said Bitna when hugging Dalmi and Jiyoung. "At times like this, the emotions you feel are still very raw. If I were to say that time can heal your grief, then those of you who were grieving would probably hear it like, I can't understand even appreciate your sadness and loss. Such words it will only hurt you." Bitna added more. "Here, I just want to say that I'm very sad and sorry for the loss of your parents. But trust me Dalmi, that they are in a better place now." Bitna tightened her hug.
Bitna's words to Dalmi had such a beautiful meaning because she thought that imagining Jingmi and Yoora had been in a happy place, might make Dalmi who was left behind feel better.
Dalmi then signaled Bitna by nodding her head after Bitna finished speaking. "Bitna Eonni, thank you for your concern for me. Thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable with me in going through the grief I feel right now. Bitna Eonni, your presence makes it easier for me to share my loss with those closest to me," Dalmi replied while still being hugged by Bitna Eonni.
< Note: Eonni is used to address older women. This call is only spoken by women >
Bitna's lips lifted up so that a beautiful crescent moon appeared on her lips. "Dalmi, as the days go by, I pray that you will always find comfort and support from those around you, and the beautiful memories that you will always carry in your mind and heart," said Bitna. "And as you cross your path of grief in the days and weeks to come, I hope you will always know how much you are loved and thought of by many. The people you love are so blessed to have you in their lives." Bitna, Dalmi, and Jiyoung looked at each other and smiled after they finished hugging.
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Words — however kind they were, couldn't heal the sorrow in Dalmi's heart. But the presence of Bitna and Jiyoung as people who care for Dalmi, can provide comfort and peace of mind for her. Their presence makes Dalmi find strength in the love of family, friends, and warm hugs from her other relatives.
On the day of Jingmi and Yoora's funeral, not a few people told Dalmi that her grief and that of her family would dry up and over time it would slowly heal itself. But in fact, the void in Dalmi and her siblings' lives created by the death of their parents, will never be filled. Nonetheless, Dalmi and her three siblings will understand that these people love them.
All statements that begin with 'look on the bright side' or 'at least', the human instinct is to make someone who is grieving better. But when it comes to death, people also need to accept that no words can create that.
That was why those closest to Zhuyang and Dalmi said that words would seem weak when they were grieving. Zhuyang and Dalmi's friends realized that there was nothing they could say to relieve Zhuyang, Dalmi, Yinjun, and Changyi's grief. Because of that, they conveyed more about how sad and lost they were for the passing of Jingmi and Yoora into the arms of the Creator.
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After hugging and greeting Dalmi and her siblings, Bitna and Jiyoung paid their respects to the deceased Jingmi and Yoora by praying in front of the coffin with their photo. Bitna and Jiyoung put their knees and hands on the floor then they bent forward. This is done twice as a tribute. After that, they have to burn incense then sit cross-legged and bend over their feet.
"Mrs. Yoora, Mr. Jingmi.. I will always remember your smile," said Bitna from the heart. "Before coming here, I was hoping that what happened to you guys wasn't true and it was just a false report." Bitna stammers. "Hm.. May you both rest in peace and always be happy there." She added again.
"Hi Mrs. Yoora... Mr. Jingmi." Jiyoung greeted warmly from her heart that was crying bitterly. "I didn't think that last week would be the last photo I took with you two at your wedding anniversary. I said we will take another photo together and celebrate your wedding anniversary next year. I'm angry and sad. But I can't do anything. I hope both of you are not in pain there. I hope you both can spend time and do the things you want. I hope you both rest in peace. I will remember the beautiful and handsome Mrs. Yoora and Mr. Jingmi just like when you two during life. Sleep peacefully. I love you both," said Jiyoung's heart.
Bitna and Jiyoung's tears show that it is a heartbreaking winter. Bitna and Jiyoung see the figure of Jingmi and Yoora as a very brave couple in any case. They are a great couple who inspire many people, so they become role models for Bitna and Jiyoung. Therefore, Bitna and Jiyoung promised to live their lives gratefully, just like the advice that Jingmi and Yoora had given them in the past.
Mr. Jingmi and Mrs. Yoora are great and cheerful people. It's hard to put into words what I feel. I hope the world will become more tolerant of everyone. Mr. Jingmi and Mrs. Yoora please Don't get sick again and don't suffering again. Let's be happy together. I promise to take care of Dalmi and make her happy. I will help her achieve her happiness. You two don't need to worry. Rest in peace. I will always pray for you both." Someone's heart chimed in from a distance while looking at the coffins of Jingmi and Yoora.
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As soon as the meeting and respect for the deceased and her family were completed, Dalmi and her siblings took Juyeon, Kim Seok, Seoyul, Bitna, and Jiyoung to the dining room. They sat at a traditional table sharing food and drinks and then shared stories and memories to honor the deceased Jingmi and Yoora. Although their tears flowed profusely when they shared memories of Jingmi and Yoora in their lives. But not only tears were present in their midst. Something else was also present there.
"Gosh! Dalmiiii!!" shouted Bitna and Jiyoung at the same time. Bitna and Jiyoung's screams immediately made Dalmi, Zhuyang until Seoyul shocked.
"Dalmi Noona! Your nose is bleeding!!" Yinjun said. This young man looked panicked.
Hearing this, Dalmi felt her nose which was bleeding. She saw a deep red liquid coming out of her nose and stuck to her finger.
"Dalmi Noona! I've told you many times to go to the doctor. The last few weeks, your nose is bleeding a lot like that." Changyi also raised his voice as he spoke to Dalmi. This indicates that Changyi is very worried about Dalmi.
"Dalmi, are you okay?!" Zhuyang asked with an anxious feeling that filled the entire space in his heart.
Dalmi turned to Zhuyang. And how surprised Zhuyang when he saw Dalmi's face was so pale.
"Dalmi!! Answer me! Are you okay?! Are you sick? What are you hiding from me?!" Zhuyang snapped at Dalmi in front of Yinjun, Changyi, and those closest to them.
Dalmi shook her head slowly. "I'm fine, Oppa. I don't feel sick. Maybe, I'm just tired," Dalmi answered hesitantly.
Zhuyang shook his head as if not believing Dalmi's words. After that, this man hugged Dalmi tightly. He also kissed the top of Dalmi's head. "No Dalmi! You're not fine. I'm sure there's something wrong with you! We have to go to the doctor right now! Please, don't refuse this time!" he asked in his soft and slow voice. "I don't want anything bad to happen to you, Dalmi," Zhuyang said from the heart.
"I will accompany Dalmi to the hospital. While you accompany Yinjun and Changyi here," said Juyeon quickly.
"But-"
"No Zhuyang! You must not leave this place. Yinjun and Changyi also need you. How can they deal with the mourners who have arrived when you are not by their side?" Junyeon interrupted Zhuyang before he even finished speaking.
"You're right, Juyeon," Zhuyang replied with a weak intonation.
"No! I'm going to the hospital alone. You all stay here with Zhuyang Oppa, Yinjun, and Changyi. I can still walk without anyone's help. I don't even feel weak at all. Trust me. I'm fine!" Dalmi looked at the people in front of her one by one, while Juyeon was embarrassed by Dalmi's stubbornness.
"Are you sure?" Zhuyang asked and then Dalmi answered Zhuyang's question through her head moving up and down.
After that Dalmi and Zhuyang ended their hug, and Dalmi tried to get up from her seat. Unfortunately, just as Dalmi was about to stand on her feet, she fell on the floor and passed out. This made Zhuyang to Seoyul shocked, worried, and frightened.
"God... What's this? Is Dalmi Noona just tired, or something else happened to her? Is this related to the life clock on her right hand?" Yinjun wondered uneasily.
"God... Please don't let anything bad happen to our Dalmi Noona." Changyi chimed in. He said from his heart too.
Seeing Dalmi passed out, Juyeon carried the woman she loved bridal style and left the room with Zhuyang, Kim Seok, and Seoyul who accompanied him from behind. With big and fast steps, Juyeon brought Dalmi to his Mercedes AMG G 63 which was in the four-wheeled vehicle parking area at the funeral home. Meanwhile Bitna and Jiyoung accompany Yinjun and Changyi at the funeral home.
"You two stay here. Let me take Dalmi to the hospital. The hospital is not too far away. Only a few meters from here," said Juyeon after placing Dalmi in the passenger seat in the second row of his car.
"Okay! I leave Dalmi to you. Please take good care of her. Immediately notify me if anything happens to her," Zhuyang ordered.
Juyeon nodded his head, then he got into his car and sat behind the wheel.
"Be careful Juyeon," said Kim Seok before Juyeon left the funeral home parking area in the Jinsang Hospital area.
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Upon arrival at Jingsan Hospital, a male doctor immediately performed a series of physical examination tests on Dalmi.
"Impossible!! I can't be sick! I can't be this bad! Impossible! This must be wrong!!!" Dalmi did not believe the results of the physical examination she did that day. Her heart was beating fast and her eyes were filled with tears. "How can I get sick?" asked Dalmi.