Without Him

~CHAPTER 4~

As weeks turned into months, Alex struggled to come to terms with her feelings for Lucas. She loved him deeply but couldn't shake the guilt over betraying Jaehyun's memory. Meanwhile, Lucas was equally conflicted – torn between his love for Alex and loyalty towards his father who had passed away so tragically young.Despite their best efforts to deny their feelings, it became increasingly clear that they were meant to be together – regardless of societal norms or family expectations. With support from friends and loved ones around them, they finally decided to give their relationship a chance despite the challenges ahead.  As word spread about their relationship, both Alex and Lucas faced backlash from those who disapproved of their union. Some even went as far as accusing them of disrespecting Jaehyun's memory by moving on so quickly after his death.However, neither let these negative comments deter them from pursuing happiness together. Instead, they used this adversity as an opportunity to grow stronger both individually and as a couple – proving that true love knows no boundaries or limitations when it comes to time or space. After months of navigating through the challenges that came with their unexpected romance, Alex and Lucas finally decided to take things to the next level. They moved in together, combining their lives into one shared space filled with love, laughter, and endless possibilities for the future.As they settled into their new life together, they made sure to honor Jaehyun's memory by incorporating elements of his legacy into their daily routines – playing his music during dinner parties or discussing important issues related to education reform or disaster relief efforts overseas just as he would have done himself if he were still alive today. Despite facing criticism from those who disapproved of their relationship, Alex and Lucas remained steadfast in their love for one another. They used this adversity as an opportunity to grow stronger both individually and as a couple – proving that true love knows no boundaries or limitations when it comes to time or space.As word spread about their relationship, they received support from unexpected places – including fans who had followed Jaehyun's career since his days as a K-pop idol. These fans saw past the taboo nature of their union and instead focused on the positive impact they could have on each other's lives moving forward.In addition to honoring Jaehyun's memory through various charitable endeavors, Alex and Lucas also worked together towards achieving personal goals such as finishing college degrees or pursuing careers in fields they were passionate about. Their shared ambition served as a testament to the strength of their bond – one that transcended any societal norms or family expectations placed upon them. Despite facing criticism from those who disapproved of their relationship, Alex and Lucas remained steadfast in their love for one another. They used this adversity as an opportunity to grow stronger both individually and as a couple – proving that true love knows no boundaries or limitations when it comes to time or space.As word spread about their relationship, they received support from unexpected places – including fans who had followed Jaehyun's career since his days as a K-pop idol. These fans saw past the taboo nature of their union and instead focused on the positive impact they could have on each other's lives moving forward.In addition to honoring Jaehyun's memory through various charitable endeavors, Alex and Lucas also worked together towards achieving personal goals such as finishing college degrees or pursuing careers in fields they were passionate about. Their shared ambition served as a testament to the strength of their bond – one that transcended any societal norms or family expectations placed upon them. As time went on, Alex and Lucas continued to thrive both personally and professionally – all while maintaining a strong connection to Jaehyun's legacy through various charitable endeavors or simply playing his music during quiet moments at home. Their love story served as an inspiration not only for fans around the globe but also for those closest to them who witnessed firsthand how true love can conquer all obstacles no matter how insurmountable they may seem at first glance.Despite facing criticism from those who disapproved of their relationship, Alex and Lucas remained steadfast in their love for one another. They used this adversity as an opportunity to grow stronger both individually and as a couple – proving that true love knows no boundaries or limitations when it comes to time or space.In the years that followed, they welcomed two beautiful children into their lives – a boy named Lucas Jr., who shared his father's passion for music, and a girl named Lily-Jaehyun Jr., who inherited her mother's journalistic talents – further solidifying the bond between them all.