If Only...

Part Two

“Hey… what do you mean?” he was puzzled by my sudden thought.

“Just don’t forget me.” I beamed at him.

Before he could say a word some organizer came up to us, “It’s time for the announcement of winners, please proceed to the stage.”

The both of us nodded and the organizer left.

Yunho stood up and stretched his hand, “Come on.”

“You go ahead.” I stated.

He clicked his tongue, “Come on Jeonhee, I am not leaving you here.”

“You go ahead Yunho, I’ll catch up. I’m just going to fix my make-up.” I looked for a reason to stay.

He pouted his lips, “Alright.” He gave up and ran towards the stage.

As he ran, Eunhyuk oppa saw him and tagged along. I noticed him look back for a second but got distracted because Eunhyuk oppa was talking to him.

I am truly sorry Yunho, I am weak, and I don’t have the guts to tell you. Forgive me.

I gradually stood up and fixed my clothing. I gaped straight at the stage and began walking.

The 100 contestants gather on and around the stage for the announcement. Only five will be chosen among all the competitors. They would receive a trophy and cash prize depending on the place.

I met up with Asano and we stood in front of it.  

“Minasan, konbanwa! (Everyone, good evening!)” the emcee shouted, full of energy.

“Did all of you enjoy the perfromances of the contestants?” she questioned.

“Hai.” The audience yelled back.

“That’s wonderful! Now, we are going to announce the top five winners.”

The lights suddenly dimmed and suspense music played in the background adding to the tension.

My gal friend and I held hands as the person holding the envelope walked up the stage.

The emcee opened the envelope and the music boomed louder.

“For fifth place, Mizuni Takashima,” she declared followed by the applause of the audience, “Please proceed here in front.” She pursued.

She then announced the fourth and third placer, another girl and then a guy. I crossed my fingers…

“Second place goes to Jung Yunho!”

I could not help but shriek. He won! My friend won! I knew it!

“The first placer and the best among the 100 contestants is…  Lee ‘Eunhyuk’ Hyukjae!” The crowd went wild. They really liked Eunhyuk oppa.

I am so proud to know these people. I am happy for Yunho too, this has been his long-time dream. Both of them went up the stage side by side and joined the other winners.

Yunho’s smile was definitely plastered on his face. ‘Great job, you deserve it…’ I whispered to myself.

Asano looked at me and gave me a warm hug.

“Let’s just do better next time Jeonhee.” She stated.

“Yes, we should do better.” I agreed.

My eyes traced Yunho, who was bombarded with a lot of people as the event ended. Despite the sea of people he still saw me and shot me a lovely smile. I just stared at him and after a few seconds, I gazed away.