Tae's Concern for Jin

Mr. Kim sat in the hall of Kim's Mansion; his mind preoccupied with the upcoming wedding ceremony. He anxiously awaited the departure, hoping everything would go smoothly. Just then, Tae entered the room, his expression serious and determined.

Sensing his son's urgency, Mr. Kim turned to face Tae, his face showing a mix of concern and impatience.

"Son, we are running out of time," Mr. Kim remarked, his voice filled with urgency. "There's no time for a conversation. Besides, where is Jin? Why isn't he downstairs yet?"

Mrs. Kim, who had joined them, interjected with information about Jin's progress, trying to ease the tension in the room.

"He is getting ready," Mrs. Kim informed them. "He'll be down in the next 10 minutes. I just checked on him. Tae, what did you want to discuss with your dad?"

Tae, however, chose to disregard his mother's question, focusing his attention solely on his father. This deliberate act saddened Mrs. Kim, as she realized the growing strain in their relationship.

Ignoring his mother's presence, Tae pressed on, his voice filled with concern for his older brother.

"Dad, don't you think you should speak to Jin hyung before we leave?" Tae pleaded, his eyes searching for understanding. "He is close to you, and he might need your support in this moment. He seems to be in silence, and I tried talking to him, but he didn't respond."

Mr. Kim understood the gravity of Tae's words and realized the importance of reaching out to Jin before they departed. He weighed his options, aware that time was slipping away.

"I understand, Tae," Mr. Kim replied, his tone softer now. "I initially thought we would have a chance to talk once we reach the wedding venue, but time is running short. I will speak to him on the way. Why don't you and your mom go ahead? I'll accompany Jin."

Mrs. Kim, seeing the wisdom in her husband's suggestion, nodded in agreement.

"That sounds like a good idea," she added, her voice filled with a mixture of relief and anticipation.

However, Tae had a different plan in mind. He felt a strong sense of responsibility as Jin's best man and believed it was his duty to be by his brother's side during this challenging time.

"Sorry, Dad," Tae spoke up, his voice firm yet respectful. "I'll go with Jin hyung since I'm his best man. You can talk to him now. By the time you and Mom leave for the wedding, we'll catch up with you."

With those words, Tae left the room, determined to support his brother and provide him with the comfort he needed. Mr. Kim was left behind, knowing he had a conversation that could not be delayed any longer.

"Honey, I'll be back in a while," Mr. Kim said gently, his voice filled with empathy. "Please don't be too upset. Remember, all this will come to an end soon. Once Jin is married, things will change."

Mrs. Kim looked at her husband with a glimmer of hope in her eyes. She desperately wished for Jin's forgiveness.

"I hope so, dear," Mrs. Kim replied, her voice filled with longing. "I truly hope that Jin will find it in his heart to forgive me."

Mr. Kim placed a comforting hand on his wife's shoulder, offering her support.

"He will, don't worry," Mr. Kim reassured her, his voice filled with confidence. "After all, you're his mother, and his anger towards you won't last forever. I'll be back soon."

Leaving his wife behind, Mr. Kim made his way out of the hall, determined to have a meaningful conversation with his son Jin. He headed towards Jin's room, hoping to find him ready and willing to talk.

Upon entering the room, Mr. Kim looked at Jin, his expression soft and caring.

"Jin, can I come in, son?" Mr. Kim asked, seeking permission despite knowing he was always welcome in his son's space.

Jin, ever the playful one, responded with a touch of humor in his voice.

"Of course, Dad. You don't need permission to enter my room," Jin replied, a smile playing on his lips.

Mr. Kim chuckled, grateful for the lightness in the moment.

"Well, after today, I might need permission, son," Mr. Kim teased gently, his voice filled with warmth.

Jin rolled his eyes playfully, wanting to move past the small talk and get ready to leave.

"Oh, come on, Dad. Stop teasing me," Jin responded, a hint of impatience in his voice. "Let's get going. I'm ready. Tae, let's go."

However, Mr. Kim had a deeper intention. He wanted to have a heartfelt conversation with his son before they left.

"Hold on a moment, Jin. Stay here. I want to talk to you," Mr. Kim said, his voice serious yet filled with fatherly concern.

Jin's curiosity was piqued, and he couldn't help but wonder what his father wanted to discuss.

"What's going on, Dad? Is everything alright?" Jin asked, a touch of worry in his voice. "Did Mom cancel my wedding?" Jin's words dripped with sarcasm, a reflection of his inner turmoil.

Mr. Kim understood the pain his son was going through, and he felt a strong desire to offer guidance and support.

"Son, I understand the pain and difficulty you're going through," Mr. Kim said, his voice filled with empathy. "But I want my son to be strong, and I hope that by the end of the wedding rituals, you will find it in your heart to forgive your mom."

Jin sighed, realizing the weight of his father's words. He knew that forgiving his mother would be a challenging task.

"Dad, I don't know if I'll ever be able to do that," Jin admitted, his voice tinged with sadness. "But I made a promise to Namjoon that I won't give Mom a hard time, so I will try to be civil to her, even though she is the cause of my sadness. Let's leave, Dad. I don't want to dwell on it anymore. Let's just get this over with."

With those words, Jin left from the room.