SHINee‘s Kim Ki-bum, better known as Key, is mourning the loss of his dear friend and bandmate Kim Jong-Hyun, or Jonghyun, who tragically died on Monday (December 18).
Following Jonghyun‘s funeral on Thursday (December 21), Key posted a photo on Instagram that featured a handwritten note and a ring given to him by Jonghyun in a bracelet set.
“I sent you off today and saw your face yesterday, but I still can’t believe it. I’m sorry for visiting you so late because of work, and I’m sorry I wasn’t a source of strength when you were lonely,” he wrote.
“Don’t be too worried that you left before us. I’ll respect and look after your mom and sister like my own family,” he continued. “I’ll miss you for a very long time. I’m worried because the person who always took my side at meetings is gone now. You and I talked the most during our meetings…I’ll have to get used to not having you here now.”
Read the full heartbreaking letter below.
If you or anyone you know is at risk, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and click here to find resources outside of the United States.
