EP. 5 - Remember | 칠방탄보러옴

Hyo and Bun-i were walking along the sunset beach, holding hands.

As time passed since that day, only scars remained from Hyo's gunshot wounds, and Buni's wounds were almost completely healed.

However, Bun-i still had nightmares while sleeping and was having a hard time, but she was overcoming the difficult memories by spending time with Yeon-i.

A person who escaped from the clutches of the Japanese military is currently resting in a seaside village out of reach of the Japanese military, as he may be in danger.

It was a consideration for Hyo who was worried about losing Gon.

Hyo has lost Gon, but he is living without much disturbance, as if he had expected it.

Perhaps it was because he practiced hiding his emotions in preparation for that day... Hyo hadn't shed a single tear since Gon left. No, it would be more accurate to say he couldn't shed one.

Bun-i had nightmares every night and had a hard time, but after spending time with Hyo, she found stability and the number of nightmares decreased.

Unaware of Gon's death, he sensed something was wrong through Hyo's expression and actions, and he silently supported Hyo.

분이

Yeon-ah~ The sea breeze is cold~ Let's go home~

효

Just wait a minute... Just watch the sunset...

분이

................. Yeon-ah! Let's eat soybean paste stew today! You like tofu in soybean paste stew, right? ㅎㅎㅎ

효

.....hehe okay let's go in now

When I got home, Bun-i brought me a table set with soybean paste stew bubbling in a pot.

효

Doenjang jjigae reminds me of your mom haha

분이

Yeah... haha I eat a lot, but not as much as my mom~

효

Yeah, thank you

After the meal, Bun-i came into the room with refreshments.

효

Hey, come sit here. I have something to tell you.

분이

Huh?? What's going on??

효

Listen carefully to what I'm saying from now on. Go to Ulsan now. When you get to Ulsan, your mother will be waiting for you.

분이

What?! Mom???

효

Someone came today to safely take you to Ulsan. I hope you and your mom are happy there.

분이

Yeon-ah... Yeon-i, you??? You're not going?? You come with me too, let's live together, even if it's not like before

효

..... sorry I still have work to do in Gyeongseong

효

Bunya... I have a favor to ask of you. You must do it.

분이

What.....is this??

효

Live. Even if you desperately want to die, even if those guys torment you in your dreams, live. Live to see Korea's independence. Live to see the downfall of the Japanese. Even if they're thriving now, they won't last long. Live... I want you to see that.

분이

Oh no...... Sob...... Yeon-ah.... You too, let's watch together.....

As if sensing something, tears flowed from Bun-i's eyes, and Hyo came up to her and hugged her tightly.

효

Bun-ah..... My friend Bun-ah.... I was so happy that you were my friend.... Thank you..... Next time we meet, make me soybean paste stew with lots of tofu like today...... You promised me..... Can you keep it??

Bun-i was speechless as tears flowed down her face, and she simply nodded in response to Hyo's questions.

효

Okay! It's time to go. We have a long way to go, so pack lightly. Let's go.

Buni kept looking back because he had to leave Hyo behind, and Hyo watched Buni's back as he left. Until Buni's shadow disappeared from sight...

Comrade: Comrade, we have to leave quickly.

효

Yes.....let's go

dark night

I moved carefully near the stream, avoiding the Japanese eyes and making no sound of footsteps.

Independence activist: Comrade, we have a long way to go. Let's talk.

효

........

Comrade: I have a younger sister who is as good as you. After she was kidnapped and killed by the Japanese, she began the independence movement to seek revenge against Japan. A few days ago, I heard that another comrade was captured by the Japanese military while working to clear out Japanese soldiers in a bar, tortured, and died.

Comrade: I heard you killed many Japanese soldiers, but it's a shame that someone so talented went first... What are you doing as a woman, comrade?

Hyo stopped walking without any expression.

Comrade: Why are you like that???

효

What does that day mean to us?

Comrade: ........ Of course, this is not the day when the Korean Empire becomes independent from Japan.

Hyo took a gun out of his bag and aimed it at the person who was trying to take him to Gyeongseong.

효

You were a spy...

Comrade: Wha... What are you talking about!! A spy!!! I'm just a member of the Korean Empire?!!

bang!

효

For us... that day is the day we die for our country... and the person who died because of your report is my older brother... the only ones who know about this are Geon, Gam, and Eum...

Hyo looked up at the night sky on a quiet mountain path.

The starlight was truly beautiful

The youth group members gathered together after a long time.

The gathering consisted of five people, excluding Gon, who had arrived that day, Hyo, who was returning to Gyeongseong, and Yang, who had gone abroad.

건

A few days ago... Gon had that day.

Lee and Baek were so surprised they couldn't speak.

백

What about filial piety?? How is filial piety.....?

건

Hyo was injured, but fortunately he was treated and is currently on his way back from a trip to the countryside for a friend's business.

백

German silver.......

건

The sheep is now focusing on its duties.

Baek sighed in relief.

건

I heard that the headquarters has been noisy lately due to spies, so we had a hard time preparing for this meeting.

건

Please always remember our rules and follow them carefully.

After the brief meeting, everyone returned to their seats.

That day wasn't planned for Gon. Gon and Hyo's roles were inherently risky, but this time was different. It was a trap set by Japan to catch us. Geon was confused, wondering where things had gone wrong.

The Japanese, who had obtained no information while torturing Gon, were keeping a close eye on his body, making it difficult to remove it. It was only several days later that I was finally able to meet Gon.

Gon's body was horribly...

I was able to quickly get my makeup done and return to the youth group.

건

(Touching Gon's urn) Hyung.......

3 years ago......

The youth group was first formed and had its first meeting. In the awkward atmosphere, Gon, the oldest member, spoke first to the members.

곤

Hey guys, nice to meet you!

건

Don't say my name. It's the rule.

곤

Oh... yeah, I forgot

Gun interrupted Gon and spoke firmly. Gon smiled awkwardly.

리

I want to make a statement, but I don't have a name yet....

백범 김구

Is everyone here?

건

No one has come yet

백범 김구

So this is the guy... Did you say hello?

곤

Not yet... I can't say the name yet.

백범 김구

Oh my gosh?! This is my mistake. Now, these are your names.

The teacher handed each youth group member a note with their name written on it.

백범 김구

We recall the meaning of the Taegeukgi and put our desire for independence into your names.

Geon reached out to Gon first.

건

Hello. My name is Gun.

곤

(Laughing) I'm Gon

양

Teacher~~!!! I'm here!!

백범 김구

You little punk~ Why did you show up now when the members were waiting for you!

양

I'm sorry, I just had to go get something...;;

The sheep awkwardly went to his seat and casually handed Hyo a flower.

양

I came and gave it to you~

효

.........?

Hyo's expression distorted, and the members who saw it burst into laughter.

양

Why....why?!! Why are you laughing!!

백

Ah~~what is that thing that looks like it's falling off?!ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

양

Huh? Was it weird?? Why?!! I thought about it for a few days!!

감

No, how many days have you been thinking about this??? ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

백범 김구

Hehehe~ When will that guy grow up~ Since we're all here, let's make a statement.

건

I've been appointed the head of the youth group. I'm eighteen this year.

곤

Nice to meet you. I guess I'm the oldest here.... I'm Gon. I turned 20 this year.

감

Hello~ I'm Gam~ I'm eighteen, just like Geon. Please take care of me~

리

I am Lee, nineteen years old this year.

백

Oh?! I'm Baek! I'm seventeen this year! How are we all doing?! Haha

양

I'm a sheep~ Me~~~ No, I'm not a sheep~ I'm a sheep that symbolizes the sun~~ I'm seventeen this year~ Hyo is going to be my bride, so please keep that in mind~

The slightly stiff atmosphere was relieved by the sheep's bright greeting, and Hyo was taken aback by the sheep's sudden confession.

효

hey!

곤

(holding the back of the sheep's neck and smiling) Hehe~ This guy's pranks are going too far, I should have told him to stop...

양

(Leaning on Gun) Hey, hyung, why are you like that~~ㅎㅎ

효

(Ignore it) I am Hyoyo, I am seventeen years old.

음

I am...um...fifteen

백범 김구

In three years, you will be given a crucial mission to achieve independence. No one here should know about it.

백범 김구

Spend about a month here and get to know each other. Trust is key to smooth progress. I think it would be helpful for you to learn more about the members.

건

Yes, sir.

The teacher left, leaving only the youth group.

곤

So, what should I do for a month?

건

We're not here to play. I hope you keep your distance. I'll think about what we can do by tomorrow. For now, let's go to our rooms and have some time alone.

Gam, Lee, Baek, Yang, Hyo, and Eum just looked at each other in response to the suggestion.

곤

(Laughing) Right~ But the reason we're gathered here is to get to know each other, so let's not be so stiff~ Geon-i, you seem to be very nervous too, so relax a bit~ We still have a lot of time left, right???

Feeling Gun's agitation, the other members also joined in.

감

Yeah~ Geon-ah! I think Gon-hyung is right~ We only have a month to be together, so let's not be like that~ You're not like that normally~ He's always been good at joking around and laughing, but you surprised me by acting so heavy-handed just now?