Low Tide Love

Sana's POV

The aura in the park was filled with laughter, chatter and playful energy among the evening visitors. Slowly walking, my steps were heavy with memories of (Y/N). This park held so much meaning for us. We always celebrated our anniversary as boss and secretary here. He didn't bring me any gifts that time. I never minded at all. Being with him was enough for me.

I remembered the day I presented him with a friendship bracelet. The one with his name on it and mine as well. We promised each other to always be there, a promise he intended to keep but one I broke.

I strolled along the familiar paths. My heart ached with regret and guilt. I had always asked (Y/N) to be with me, yet I was the one who grew distant. I was selfish. I neglected him, especially after I started dating Hansol. I felt a deep shame for comparing him to Hansol, for telling him I didn't need him anymore and that he wasn't important to me. Now, those words haunted me and I realized how wrong I had been.

I found a bench, one where we're used to sitting and talking for hours. Sitting down, I let my mind wander back to those moments. I could see his smile, hear his laugh and feel the warmth of his presence beside me. Tears welled up in my eyes as I remembered how he forgot to bring gifts but made up for it with his sincerity and affection. It wasn't the material things that mattered; it was the connection we shared.

"I was such a fool. Why did I push you away, (Y/N)? Why couldn't I see how much you meant to me?" I whispered
tremblingly.

I glanced down at the bracelet still on my wrist, the one with his name. I traced the letters with my fingers."I'm so sorry, (Y/N). I need you. I need you more than I ever realized" I continued as my tears fell freely now.

The park around me buzzed with life but I felt a deep emptiness inside. I watched couples and friends enjoying their time together. Their laughter rang in the air. It only intensified my sense of loss. I had taken (Y/N) for granted and now, I was paying the price.

"I don't know how to fix this. I don't know if I even can. If I had one more chance, I would do everything differently. I would show you how much I care, how much you mean to me."

My focus changed to a couple nearby. The guy was carrying his girlfriend on his back and she was giggling as she kissed his cheek. I let out a small chuckle at them. The scene brought back a flood of memories of us.

He always gave me piggyback rides whenever we came to this park. I could almost feel his strong back and the security of his arms holding me steady. The memory of his laughter and the way his eyes sparkled with joy whenever I kissed his cheek in return made my heart ache with nostalgia.

"Those were such happy times. We were so carefree and full of life" I murmured to myself.

A lady accidentally dropped her purse as she walked in a flurry of movements. I noticed the lady drop her purse and quickly grabbed it. I hurriedly after her. "Excuse me! Ma'am, you dropped your purse!" I yelled to catch her attention.

The lady glanced back and to my surprise, it was Mrs. Jihyo. She looked at me with a mixture of recognition and surprise as I walked towards her and held out the purse.

"Mrs. Jihyo, you dropped this" I kept my voice steady.

"Oh, thank you so much, dear. Sana, isn't it? You don't look well. Is everything alright?" she took the purse from my hands. Her eyes lingered on me for a moment.

I couldn't contain my emotions any longer. The sight of Mrs. Jihyo brought all my suppressed feelings rushing to the surface. Tears welled up in my eyes and before I knew it, I was sobbing uncontrollably in the middle of the park.