First Love Never Dies

Chapter 1

Chapter 1

Seoul, South Korea

-This is a big win for South Korea as Kim So Hyun, also known as John Kim in Hollywood is all set to bring Oscar to his home country.

-John Kim, Going to South Korea after 15 years of moving to LA. Is he going back for good? Or will he continue on his Hollywood fame?

-John Kim, scored his first Oscar as a directorial genius 2022, after scoring two Oscars as the best actor , 2021 & 22.

-John Kim a Legend at 34, wins two Oscars for Blackwater. Will this be the start of a new era for Hollywood? Or will he move back to South Korea? In an exclusive interview with the legend himself.

-Exclusive news, John Kim doesn’t plan on moving back. He will continue making more masterpieces like Blackwater and Elephant Teeth.

-John Kim, the best director and actor of 2022. What should we learn from an orphan’s life journey?

“Are you reading all this? These people have no hesitation calling him an orphan in the front page of their magazine.” I added snapping the newspaper at the desk.

“But, they are saying good things too.” I fell back to my chair pressing my fingers against my forehead. “So, are you going to see him?” Eun Soo asked folding her one leg over the other.

“Why would I?” I added looking at her through my fingers.

“Because you are clearly worried about him. Maybe you miss him too.” I don’t know if she is right or wrong, but one thing is clear, I don’t want to see him ever again.

“He didn’t even know I existed. What will I say to him? Hi, I'm Mi Soo and I used to have a crush on you? Besides I'm a family woman now. I should look after my hubby and kids.”

“I'm not asking you to date him of anything. I'm totally aware of your love for your family. I'm just asking you to go see him once, congratulate him. Maybe it will give you some closure. When you see him successful. You will see he is doing well, that he is no longer the same kid, and finally stop worrying about him.”

“Maybe you're right. I'm always so worried, I always feel like a owe him or something. I think this is the only way I can stop thinking about him. You are right. But….”

“Yeah, I'll arrange you the tickets to his press conference.”

I jumped into her arms like I was back at my 18-year-old self. “Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you so much. This is why I love you. You know me so well.”

“And you know me well. You know what I need right?”

“I know, don’t worry. I'll ask my husband to hire your company for the costume designs.”

“I know we can always depend on each other. I hope this never change.”

“I won't.” I said and she left my living room.

I quickly picked myself up to get up and get ready to go to the art exhibition. I slipped myself into a green Louis Vuitton dress, black mules. Quickly did my make up and left the house to take the car to my art exhibition.

Everything is arranged just the way Dae Jun likes. I have spent past three months collecting all the art works of his favorite artists. I bet he will love this one.

“Ladies and gentlemen can I have your attention please.” I added clinking my glass with a spoon, then put it back on the tray. “Today is a very special day. On this day ten years ago, Dae Jun and I got married. I became his wife and he became the best husband I could ever have. I want to dedicate this beautiful occasion to ten years of our marriage and our beautiful children and to honor this, I will donate five percent of today’s earnings to the less fortunate. I hope you all will participate in this cause. Enjoy everybody.” Saying that I left the stage to walk around and look at other people extruding the interests we share in art.

“Congratulations Mrs Jeon.” The wife of Kim household came to wish me.

“Thanks a lot Mrs Kim. Please enjoy the exhibition.”

“I must say everything is exception especially the painting over there. after the renovations of my home is done, it will look great in my living room.”

“That’s great. Should I book it for you.”

“Yes, please.” I put the sold tag on the painting and greeted her before leaving for my cabin on the first floor.

Coming to this serenity, I felt like a weight has been lifted off my chest. I've been feeling this weird pain in my chest ever since I read about So Hyun. I haven’t seen him at all in the past 16 years. Am I really going to see him again? What will I say to him? What will I ask him? How he’s been all these years? Why did he left so suddenly? Should I ask all that? Will he even remember me? Should I just act as a stranger and tell him that I'm such a big fan. Can I even do that? Will it make sense for a married woman, a mother to act like that?

Suddenly the ringing on my phone distracted me from my thoughts and I quickly answered.

“Honey? When are you coming to the exhibition. Everything is going great here.”

“Sorry, Mi Soo. I'm trying to come. But I have an urgent meeting with a few foreign clients. It’s very important. I'll make it to our dinner tonight. But I don’t think I can come to the exhibition. I know you would’ve done great. You're not upset, are you?”

“No, it’s fine. It’s work. What can we do. Don’t worry, I'll handle things here.”

“Alright, see you tonight then.”

I put the phone down. I knew this would happen. I know he would rather work himself to death than trying to act a bit romantic. It’s not in him at all. Ah, maybe I should go get some body massage. I've been feeling quite stiff lately.

I called Eun Soo. I knew she would love to join me. And she will probably be done by the meeting now.

I picked him up from her office and we drove together to the spa. I have so much to tell her, so much to discuss. Maybe she can help me get rid of these weird emotions.