I will resign and go to Australia

94 episodes. Was love this hard?

“How much do you know about the Frederick Hollow Foundation?”

To Ahn Kyung-hee’s question, I answered the information I found through the Internet.

“I know it’s a foundation founded by an Australian ophthalmologist.”

Precisely, it was founded by his family after Frederick Harlow’s death.

In honor of him, who traveled to developing countries to heal patients until his death.

It was established with the intention of helping those who can be recovered with simple vision correction or basic treatment because they do not have money and cannot go to hospitals, so blindness is a reality in poor countries.

The Hollow Foundation has been saving over a million patients each year from such places.

“As Yoosung said, it is a place that does a lot of work, such as checkups, vision recovery surgery, and correction through glasses. Among them, there is research.”

“Are you doing research?”

“Yes. Of the cases accumulated by treating millions of people, are there only mild symptoms? There are bound to be some conditions worth studying, such as Yooseong’s case.”

She further explains that she shares various research materials and case data with conferences and receives financial support.

“The cornea that Yooseong received was part of that research.”

“At that time, you agreed to the study, but that’s why you got it?”

“It’s a little complicated, but I’ll explain it step by step.”

According to her, requests for data on rare acute corneal dystrophy have always been on the academic network.

It was posted by the Frederick Hollow Foundation, and an American professor who is an expert on corneal dystrophy told Ahn Kyung-hee about it.

At the time, she was seeking advice on my symptoms.

“I delivered the test results just in case, and my acquaintance said that they sent it to the Hollow Foundation right away.”

“So what did you get the answer for?”

“They said they needed specific research data, saying that the condition they were looking for was correct, so I asked Mr. Yooseong to get a consent form. Then they would send me a cornea that they could transplant. After that, as Yoosung knew, I studied the prognosis after transplantation. They sent me relevant materials, and thanks to them, my acquaintance in the United States, myself, and the Frederick Hollow Foundation published a paper with the names of them.”

From what I’ve heard, it doesn’t sound like it’s illegal.

According to Ahn Gyeong-hee, the transplant center registered the relevant information and left a record.

Even so, it is a thesis material, but the source of the cornea being studied must not be unclear.

“I didn’t even know that, and I pushed the teacher. I’m sorry again.”

“I still have the courage.”

“……?”

“It’s common to be reluctant to disclose when you think you got your cornea from an illegal route.”

Ahn Kyung-hee smiled softly and continued.

“The cornea that Yooseong received is legal and there is no problem medically. So, don’t think strangely, let’s see only good things with healthy eyes and live with a grateful heart. That’s what the cornea donor wants.”

“thank you sir.”

I nodded and asked her again.

“But is there any way to really know who the cornea donor is?”

“I’ve said it before. You didn’t agree to the disclosure. Do you think doing something the other person doesn’t want is a way to show your gratitude?”

“It’s not like that, but I really want to know.”

“I understand Yoosung’s feelings. But what would the corneal donor’s family think when they see Yooseong’s eyes? I barely live my life with peace of mind, but when I remember that person’s memories, I just struggle with sadness again.”

I couldn’t answer that easily.

’cause it’s not wrong

“Okay. Then, if you have the paper, could you please give me a copy?”

“Wow! If you’re thinking of visiting the Foundation, you’d better quit.”

He’s a very smart ghost.

I asked this because I thought that if I read the paper, I would know who is in charge of the foundation who is listed as a co-author.

Since I’ve come this far, I want to know whose cornea it is.

“Yes, yes. I will give up.”

“If Yoosung is living well, that’s enough. Because he said that rites are proportional.”

That’s not it.

I can’t say it’s because of clairvoyance.

“I understand what you mean. Then let’s go. Sir.”

“Go be careful. If there’s anything wrong, I’ll come right away to get tested.”

“I see. Haha.”

I went out that way.

Then he walked back and forth, glanced at the room from various angles.

Just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean you can’t see it.

‘There is, thesis.’

It is a thesis that has been named as a co-author and an American expert on a global blindness relief organization and related diseases.

Of course, if you are an ophthalmologist, you should have at least one copy.

Because that will be a career and something to be proud of.

‘Frederick Harlow Foundation Research Director, Ben Logan.’

found.

***

Sangam-dong Sky Park.

It was the meeting place for Jessica and her sister.

It’s close to Incheon, where I live, and it’s also perfect for flirting with my younger brother, who doesn’t go out of the house because of his uncomfortable legs.

“Brother, here.”

Jessica found me and greeted me with a waving hand.

“You’ve been waiting a long time? It’s a little longer than I thought.”

“Have you never been to Sky Park? You said you used to work in Seoul?”

“I didn’t have a chance to come. I was busy adapting back then.”

I smiled and turned my gaze to her brother.

“Hello? Jessica, isn’t that Jimin’s younger sister?”

“Yes. This is Han Su-min.”

“I’m Jin Yu-seong. Please take care of me.”

“……Me too.”

I don’t know what else to say.

In the awkward atmosphere, Jessica pushed her sister’s wheelchair and made a fuss about going into the park.

“It’s fine here.”

The pampas grass field suitable for late autumn had its own charm.

“Let’s go up to the observatory as well. The night view is famous, but it’s worth seeing during the day as well.”

“It reminds me of Brisbane Park, doesn’t it?”

“I see. We took a lot of walks in the park.”

Sumin, who was listening to us, opened his mouth.

“Sister, how’s the Australian park? Is it like this one?”

“Huh? No, it’s a little different. The trees are tall and long, and the trails are endless.”

“Good.”

“You can go later.”

“How am I going? Wherever I go, I’m just a burden.”

A shadow fell on Jessica’s face as she looked at her depressed brother.

Then, I purposely raised the tone and poured out consolation rather than comfort, such as suggesting that I go to Australia with my sister.

I looked inside my brother’s body while the two of them were talking.

‘It’s different with Chris. It’s cerebral palsy.’

It was obvious from the fact that a part of the brain had a red color.

Unfortunately, it was unavoidable.

I nodded and signaled to Jessica.

“Soo-min-ah, unnie, I’ll go over there and buy you something to drink, so stay here for a second. Oppa, let’s go together.”

“Uh, yes.”

We left Su-min behind and moved to talk.

“How about our Sumin?”

“That’s… I think Chris and I have a slightly different case.”

At those words, Jessica had a grassy face.

I guess I had high expectations too.

“I’m sorry, that’s not good news.”

“What’s wrong with you, brother. Just like that.”

“It’s because you’re so disappointed.”

“I know. It’s not a disappointment. But I know it’s not good.”

The bitterness just oozes out.

I changed the topic out of a sense of pressure and asked her.

“By the way, have you ever thought about immigration?”

“Honestly, I’m still confused. Living in Australia isn’t bad, but I don’t think it’s that good when you think you have to live your life.”

“……”

I still haven’t made up my mind

I know it’s not an easy decision, but I also felt regretful inside.

“Didn’t I tell you that my dad was a soldier last time?”

“yes.”

“My father hates immigration and naturalization the most. Hearing such things from a young age and growing up seems to be a bit repulsive.”

You are still a patriot even though you have been tied down by military bribery.

If you are a soldier, patriotism is a basic skill.

“But brother.”

“yes?”

“Do you really want to live in Australia with me?”

“So that’s what you’re doing now.”

“Then are you thinking of getting married?”

“……”

I scratched my cheek shyly, thought for a moment, and then opened my mouth.

“It seems too early to talk about marriage and my heart is that I don’t want to break up with you.”

“I think it’s a similar word, but it’s ambiguous.”

“Is that so?”

Jessica slapped the wall when she was in Hong Kong and asked.

“Then who is Jacqueline?”

“Jae, Jackie?”

Why is he here all of a sudden?

“Yes, I’m sorry I couldn’t tell you in advance, but when I was in Hong Kong, I saw my brother texting me while he was going to the bathroom. I didn’t mean to see it…”

Why are you saying that now, not back then?

“Why are you asking about Jackie all of a sudden?”

“Are you asking because you don’t know that?”

“I think I’m misunderstanding something…”

“The more he talks, the more misunderstandings arise. If I go to Australia, I only go to see him, so there should be no doubts about my trust in him. So, be honest.”

“It’s just a friend we met for work. Consultation? Yeah, for that purpose. We really don’t have a relationship.”

Jessica opened her mouth with a cold expression.

“Don’t you think it’s too much to show affection for an advisor?”

what’s wrong with that?

Even thinking about it again, I don’t understand.

Buy a present when you come.

I wish I could live close by.

have a good trip

That was all.

Well, there was one heart, but is that part of the expression of affection?

‘Oh, I’m going crazy and I’m going crazy.’

I can’t open my head and show my thoughts, really.

“Oh, I swear to the sky, I have nothing to do with Jackie.”

“Really?”

“Then! Of course not!”

“I heard that a strong negation is a positive…”

“……”

When I looked at her with a frown on her face, then she relaxed her expression.

“Okay, okay.”

It’s not really visible, but it feels like it’s disappearing.

As soon as there was a gap in the conversation, a canteen appeared exquisitely.

“Wait a minute. I’ll go buy you something to drink.”

“Yeah, I’m coffee.”

While she went to the kiosk, I thought seriously.

‘I think I completely misunderstood. If this was Australia, I would take him right away and have a tripartite meeting with Jackie, but I can’t.’

I couldn’t move right away because my family had visa problems and there was still work to be done in Korea.

While I was thinking about it, Jessica approached me.

“Brother, here’s coffee.”

“Uh, thanks.”

I took the coffee and told Jessica.

“You know Jackie before. When I get back to Australia, I’ll get you to meet Jackie right away. After meeting you, you’ll know that you’ve misunderstood.

“……Yes I will.”

Was love this hard?

It seems that I am mentally more tired than when I went to Bosco to open a business.

“Jimin.”

“yes?”

“Let’s go to Australia together. I’ll make you happy.”

“Brother, give me a little more time.”

Yeah, I expected that you wouldn’t give me an answer, even because of Jackie’s thoughts now.

“Yes, yes. I will be staying in Seoul for three more days, so let’s meet in a few days and talk again.”

Jessica looked at me with a smile on her face and nodded her head.