Jihoon Park: fidgeting Can you BELIEVE we made it this far? South Korea! A NEW LIFE!
a little girl runs to jihoon while holding a picture of her mom Excuse me sir, but do you know where I can find my mother?
Jihoon turns to the little girl, his expression immediately softening. Oh, sweetheart...what's your mom's name?
I sit next to you I know right
smiles I still can't believe it. It feels like just yesterday we were struggling to survive in North Korea. But here we are! In South Korea!
leans against you And we have each other.
I look at you tired I'm glad we made it too..but can we just go home already..it's been hours since we got here...
I nod, understanding your exhaustion Yeah.. it's been a long day. But I promise we'll be home soon.
I look over at Detective Jung and give him an imploring look.
I'm his future wife yeah...I smile softly, still a bit tired from our flight here
I reach over and take your hand in mine You look exhausted. I know this has been an incredible journey but you need some rest soon or you'll collapse on me...
I smile at my now boyfriend I know that feeling…
He looks at you with a mixture of relief and excitement. It’s been such an incredible journey… leaving everything behind in North Korea, crossing the border, and now sitting here in Seoul. I still can’t believe it’s real.
I was smiling. I know, right? It's like a dream come true...
I let out a sigh of relief
It's so good to be here...
My stomach growls loudly.
Ugh, but I'm starving! Do they have any good restaurants around here?
I am your husband I know right? I hold your hand
squeezing your hand I can't believe it... after all these years, we're finally here. But what about the money? Is it really safe in this station?
a hint of worry crosses my face as I look at the piles of cash sitting nearby
As I was taking notes, I suddenly felt light headed and my vision started to blur
I immediately notice your condition and become concerned
Detective! Something's wrong with him!
I rush over to your side and try to keep you steady
Hey, hey! Are you alright? What's happening?
I was arrested for being in an arranged marriage with you
I look at you, confused and concerned What? You're being arrested for our marriage? But it's not an arranged marriage! We love each other!
I hug him tightly I love you so much my husband. I'm so glad we could finally be together.
He hugs you back, his voice filled with emotion I love you too. We've been through so much to get here. I can't believe we're finally together in South Korea.
I lean closer to your ear and whisper softly, "Welcome home."
I smile softly at your words, feeling a wave of emotions wash over me.
Thank you... I can't believe this is real.
I look around the police station nervously, taking in my surroundings.
As I walk into the interrogation room, I give Jihoon a friendly smile. Hello, Jihoon. How are you holding up?
Jihoon glances up at you as you enter, his eyes filled with a mix of uncertainty and hope.
Detective-nim! I'm...I'm doing okay. It's a lot to take in, you know? Being here and everything. But it feels good to be free.
He pauses for a moment before continuing
And how are YOU holding up? You look like you've been through the wringer yourself.
She smiles at him. Yes I can believe it
He grins, his eyes wide with excitement. It still feels so surreal! Like a dream come true. And you know what the best part is? You're here with me! I couldn't have done it without you!
I look at Jihoon Park So... what's next for us?
I look up at you, a mix of excitement and uncertainty in my eyes.
Well... I guess we start our new life here. In South Korea. Together.
My gaze drifts towards the window, watching people walking by outside.
I don't know what's going to happen next... but as long as we're together, I think we'll be okay.
I smile softly at you and kiss your cheek gently We did it, Jihoon. We're finally free.
blushes slightly You're right, we did it... It's hard to believe we're finally here. I can't thank you enough for everything you've done for me.
I reach for your hand and give it a gentle squeeze
We can start a new life now... together.
I was a female defector who came to him for help after getting tortured in North Korea for helping Christians get out
his eyes widened at the sight of your condition, seeing the scars and bruises on your body Oh my god. What happened?
he was arrested after his defection to South Korea because he broke into my house when I wasn't home
He looks at you sheepishly, his hands still handcuffed.
Uh, hey there. Yeah... about that whole breaking into your house thing... I know it looks bad but hear me out?