'I am your first love. You can never forget your first love.'

Even though it's been 7 years, that person is still in my thoughts.

OS [ SONG MINHO x NAM TAEHYUN ]

FIRST LOVE <3

'I am your first love. You can never forget your first love.'

I don't know because it's based on statistics. Or was it because of the words spoken that day that he could never forget the person who said them?

Even though 7 years have already passed.

7 years since Nam Tae Hyun left Korea.

It's been 7 years since we last met and talked.

That person still keeps popping into my thoughts.

This is the first time in 7 years that Nam Tae Hyun has returned to his homeland. But he will only be staying for one month to bring his artworks to the exhibition together. with many other artists from around the world Being a South Korean artist, he had to promote the event. After work was over, I flew back to America.

Korea is not his place. As a painter here it is too difficult to grow up. This was something Taehyun knew all along and it drove him to study in Italy. A city of great art and architecture Even if no one agrees.

He looked satisfied at the 4-5 pictures of his own work that were posted on the wall. It was transported very well.

Taehyun's images often use bold colors based on the emotions of his creator who is a sentimental artist. Whether it's love, sadness, anger, hate, or lust, he always feels more than anyone else. That might make him difficult to understand. But it has a positive effect on the creation of the work..He hopes that people who come to see the work will like it as well.

Pictures of other artists have gradually been installed, almost complete. Another 2 days until the opening day. Until then, everything should be fine. That day, Taehyun just came to represent the artists and meet with collectors, many of whom were familiar faces. The rest of the day, aside from visiting his mother at home, he planned to see art in various museums.

He wanted to know how the Korean art scene had progressed in his absence.

‘Is it all right?’ Taehyun turned to look at the speaker standing behind him. ..Choi Seung-hyun is an avid art collector and is the central figure in organizing this exhibition.

'Hello,' he bowed in greeting to the older man and gave the other a wide smile. 'Thank you very much Mr. Choi for taking care of this business for me.'

‘I invited you, so be responsible.’ A playful glint flashed from his sharp eyes, making his handsome face even more inviting. The man in front of him was as beautiful as a moving statue of a Greek god.

'This evening, please have dinner at my villa,' the person invited.

'I'm sorry I had to decline. Today I have an appointment to eat with Mom.' He has been back in Korea for 3 days now but hasn't even stepped foot into the house. He wasn't confident enough to go back there, but his younger brother persuaded him until he agreed. If the person in front of him had invited him earlier, he would have had an excuse to refuse to go home.

'It's a shame, but after the opening ceremony, I will invite all the artists to dinner together. On that day, you probably wouldn't have refused because I assumed I had invited you in advance.'

'Sure, then see you on the day of the event. I have to go today'

'See you later'

Taehyun turns the steering wheel and turns the car from the main road onto a street in a residential area. This area has not changed much because it is a residential area. Medium and small detached houses mixed with 3-4 story buildings that are both shops and residences. He drove the car and parked it in front of a small detached house, still sitting in the car.

It seemed like he had been away from this house for so long that he was no longer familiar with it. A slender hand lifted up a thin strand of hair and held it in the middle of the head like that. My brain was thinking about what to say when I stepped into the house.

'Knock knock' Some slender figures were slightly startled when they heard the sound of knocking on the car window. He pressed the button to roll up the car window..

'Donghyun..' He softly called his younger brother's name.

'I heard the sound of a car stopping a long time ago so I came out to take a look. You really are an older brother.' The mischievous kid who always had a stubborn streak with him has grown into an adult.

'um'

‘Come down, why are you sitting here?’ the younger man urged his older brother.

'Oh, I know. I'm just going to give you a souvenir.'

'Where are you? I'll help you.' Taehyun knew that the other party was anxious because he wanted to see his own souvenir grow old enough to make him feel like he was a child again.

'In the back seat You open the door and take everything out.'

‘Alright.’ After a few minutes, every bag was in Donghyun's hands. 'I'm following you. I'll put things away first.'

'Oh,' he nodded to his younger brother and opened the door to get out of the car.

'Taehyun..is that you?' Taehyun turned to look at the source of the voice who was looking surprised.. Lee Seung Hoon, the older brother next door

'Hello, Brother Seunghun'

'How are you? We haven't seen each other in many years. Donghyun said you're already an artist'

'Not to that extent. I just have some work to do'

'I intended to study that much. I hope you succeed'

'Thank you'

'Are you going to come back here at all?'

'No, I've only been here for a week and I'm already back in America.

'Come into the house. Your mother is probably waiting. Let's talk.'

'Yes, let's talk'

Even though the house hasn't changed, the people who live here have changed. As everyone grows up, they will probably be the same. Mother must be surprised by him today as well.

Taehyun decided to walk into the house. There was a smile welcoming him. Smiles of family members That picture automatically sparked a smile on Taehyun's face.

'I'm back.' He hadn't said these words in a long time. But the warmth of my mother's embrace made me feel like this was normal. In the past, he had always been afraid of himself, right? I was afraid that my own disobedience at that time would cause me to not get in front of my mother. He hugged his mother tightly. He rested his chin on his mother's small shoulder.

'Growing up to the point of being unusual,' Mother's voice whispered in his ear.

'But I'm still my mother's son,' he replied to his mother. Tears welled up in his eyes. He tried to hold them back and buried his face in the shoulder of the person in his embrace.

'Let's eat,' Mom patted later, both comforting and calming.

'Ha'

The meal was over and it was time for him to leave.

'I won't sleep here, child.'

'Save it for another day. After work is finished, I will probably sleep here before returning to America.'

'Um, Mom will set up a waiting room.'

'No need for that. I can sleep with you. I'll go.'

'Go well, go well, child.'

'Yes.' He hugged his mother again. A hug that doesn't bother me anymore He felt his mother's hand gently caressing his hair.

Taehyun separated from his mother. Smiled and walked towards the car. It's time to really go.

before starting the car He looked at the house next door. Lee Seung Hoon reminded him of someone who was his neighbor's friend and his first love.

‘How are you?’ At that time he had to pretend to be strong and keep in touch. It's not that I don't want to reconcile. But he has chosen a path and must live on his own. Long-distance love that is full of misunderstandings can hurt each other more than it already is.

People gradually came to sign up at the event that had not yet opened its doors to view the works of famous artists from around the world. We waited patiently for only half an hour, during which time there were drinks and snacks for the guests and media to satisfy. In Taehyun's hand was a coffee mug...an Americano. It reminded him of someone who liked this drink just as much as he did. with alcoholic beverages

Collectors who come to say hello make him forget about the person he misses. Conversations about the art world made Taehyun no longer interested in anything else.

Choi Seung-hyun gave the opening speech. The person hoped that this event would help promote and stimulate new artists in South Korea. The applause sounded. The exhibition room door opened. Choi Seung Hyun led the audience himself. Nam Tae Hyun was among the people following. He himself has not seen the work of other artists.

When the tour ends Someone was interested in Taehyun's work and asked to buy it. There was a small sign next to the work.

Sold’ 

The others continued to admire the work. But he walked back to the corner to display his own work. There was someone standing there.

A man who likes Americanos and alcohol. A man who is a friend of the brother next door. The man who was Nam Tae Hyun's first love

..Song Minho

He remembered that even if the other party had changed from seven years ago, it was a change for the better. A face that used to have full cheeks Now slender The nose is sharp and clearly ridged. The eyes are steady. The body is tall and slender. The back is straight. The shoulders are still thick and wide, about 22 inches.

The smile of the person in front of him made my heart flutter slightly.

He smiled and replied, 'How did you come?'

'Seunghoon said you came back'

'Oh, there's someone here who sent the news.'

'Congratulations,' he gestured to the sign.

Sold’

Next to the picture 'Just open the event and you can sell'

'Probably not me buying it, right?'

Song Minho shook his head. 'It's not me. It's a shame it didn't arrive in time. I like this picture too'

'There are other pictures, if you're interested.'

‘There is no picture that can replace that picture.’ Song Minho’s words had another effect on his heartbeat. Even though the person speaking may not be thinking anything. It was like that sentence had followed him for 7 years, like Song Minho had been hypnotized.

'Anyway, we've met. Let's go get some coffee.' They invited, and Taehyun had no reason to refuse.

'Take it'

He followed the other party to the coffee shop in front of the exhibition venue. He looked at the broad back. Imagine a tattoo on your shoulder under a shade of cloth. Looking at the two strong arms He wondered who was the lucky owner of that arm.

The sweet smell of coffee touches your nose. Song Min Ho ordered an Americano as expected. But Taehyun had already drank coffee so he chose a green tea latte.

Taehyun was the one who chose the seat next to the glass. It's a small bar. Suitable for people who come alone. They ordered on high stools next to each other. Taehyun looked down at the glass in his hand. Song Minho used one hand to lift his chin to face Taehyun.

'Aren't you going to make eye contact? You've been away for 7 years. When you come back, you act like you don't want to talk.'

'I don't know what to say.' Taehyun continued to look out of the mirror.

'I'm glad you were successful in your chosen path. Seeing you today makes me feel like a fool for keeping you back then.'

Those words caused Taehyun to turn around and look at Song Minho's face. 'I'm not stupid at all. You're just worried about me'

'I know that, but your dreams are more important and you've proven yourself right.'

'But if I choose to stay here I might be able to sit next to you like this every day.'

'But you may not be as happy as you are now. Even though you said the sentence just now, you definitely never regretted going.'

'I just feel sorry that you didn't understand that day.'

'It's probably not too late to understand you.'

Taehyun shook his head. 'It's not important'

'I've always thought about what it would be like for you to live there.'

'It was a bit difficult, I had to work, go to school and train, but it's better now. What we received today made the effort worth it.'

'I'm sorry I wasn't there to support you'

'It's okay. It's good to be like this. Not having you there makes me try even harder.'

'Why didn't you send some news?' The voice had a hint of repentance. Taehyun felt it.

'I think it's better for people who break up to not communicate with each other'

'We never broke up..at least we never said those words. You just ran away.'

‘The situation made it like that.’ Taehyun looked back down at the coffee cup.

'No..it's you. Make it like that'

'Why are you inviting me to fight over old matters? We all have our own paths.'

Taehyun glanced at the other's left ring finger. On a honey-colored finger was a smooth white gold ring studded with small diamonds.

'I must go now. I have a lunch date with Mr. Choi Seung Hyun. We probably won't meet again. Goodbye.' Taehyun knew he was running away. He moves on with his work, but his heart has always been stuck on this person. But it seems like the days of another person move forward in every matter.

From now on, he should release his heart. And let this love be just a memory like in the past

Song Minho saw the look in Taehyun's eyes before walking away. Yes..he no longer has the right to complain to the other party because of the owner of the ring on his finger.

He could only think back to the days when he was still beside Taehyun.

'I want to go to Italy. Go study art'

'Maybe you can go on a trip? go find inspiration Now you've taken the entrance exam for the Faculty of Architecture, you've been able to draw, and when you graduate, you're sure to have a job and have money.'

'I want to draw as I please'

'Are you a dry painter?'

'I will be an artist whose work will be accepted'

'You can be an artist. While you are also an architect'

'It's not the same'

'Stay with me. After graduating, let's help build a company.' Song Min Ho also has a firm dream.

Taehyun was silent for a long while before speaking in a more playful tone than matter-of-factly. 'Let's say, if I really went to live in Italy. What will happen between us?'

'do not know But no matter what, you will always miss me.. I am your first love. You can never forget your first love.'

'How confident are you?' Taehyun said while smiling, showing off his little bunny teeth. His eyes narrowed until they became straight lines. The tips of the eyebrows are thin and drooping. Song Minho ran his fingers along his eyebrows.

'Be confident, because you love me very much. And I love you very much too. So don't go anywhere.' He wrapped his arms around Taehyun. Even though my heart was afraid of Taehyun's words. But at that time, he thought that he might be able to hold back the other party.

Until finding out that Taehyun had secretly applied to study art in Italy on the day he received his acceptance letter from the university. That letter was the spark of a big quarrel. Even Taehyun's mother doesn't agree. Maybe it was because the demands of those around him forced Nam Tae Hyun to flee. Since then, Taehyun hasn't contacted me again.

He tried to ask the other's mother and younger sibling, but the answer was a shake of the head rather than a refusal. But it's telling that Taehyun hasn't contacted anyone at all.

Song Min Ho gives up and moves on with his life. No matter how much I miss that person, the person who was my first love.

What he said to Taehyun It's what happened to him as well.

.. Nam Tae Hyun is Song Min Ho's first love that he will never forget for the rest of his life. Even though it's only a memory now

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