Chapter 58 - Against the Tide

“Is there a lifetime waiting for us?” Hana asked herself as she watched Suho go about helping in the preparation for Chuseok. She had been very sure of her emotions but the thought of the red mailbox gave her goosebumps she can’t explain. An impending departure that could test their relationship, was that it?

“Unnie, come play with us,” Naeun urged, snatching her wrist and tugged her in the group of youth playing games.

“But aren’t we supposed to help them?” Pointing at the elderly ladies making rice cakes.

“No. Don’t worry about that. Let’s enjoy it while we can. Tomorrow is D-day but tonight is OUR night.”

Hana sat next to Naeun and her cousins playing games at the height of the night. She glanced around and saw how carefree they were compared to kids in the city. They can be contrasted to her cousins who would meet separately from the older folks just to evade their endless banters and nagging.

She was told that they have a full day the succeeding day. From preparing meal for