♥1st Bridge Bus in Suwon♥
We’ve already shared two seasons together. You arrived in Korea during the scorching summer, and I endured the heat to be with you. Throughout our time together, we carried the phrase “falling in ISO, falling in Suwon” in our hearts as we grew closer to one another. As following the dictionary definition of "falling in" is to become deeply immersed in something and unable to escape! Since autumn was the second season we spent together, the word “fall(another name of autumn)” felt like the perfect fit as well.
As most of you know, I was born and raised in a small town in Korea, so visiting cities has always been an adventure for me. Both Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and Haengnidan-gil were new experiences, which made this trip even more exciting.
As we sat gazing at Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion, ready to enjoy a picnic, without anyone saying a word, we all naturally gathered our lunchboxes together for a photo. And when we brainstormed ideas for shooting videos, leaning in close to one another, it felt incredibly endearing.
Next, we strolled through Suwon Hwaseong and stepped into a Hanok-style café. Both the fortress and the café were built using traditional roof tiles, exuding a distinctly Korean atmosphere. However, the former had more vibrant colors, while the latter had a more understated elegance. How lucky were we to experience both kinds of beauty in such a short time!
As the evening wore on, we started feeling hungry. Eager to eat, we quickly arranged our things, and I felt grateful for everyone who shared that moment with us. You all enjoyed the food, and I couldn’t help but smile as you gathered in a circle, excited to roast marshmallows.
What continues to amaze me is that we all come from different countries. I was captivated by the exchange students’ eagerness to participate in traditional Korean games, even though they weren’t familiar with them. It was also heartwarming to see the Korean staff pulling out their phones, capturing those moments regardless of whether the students were on their team or not.
Though our day came to a close, it wasn’t the end. The next morning, in the cool air, we watched the dawn break and promised to meet again.
We will definitely meet again.