It had been three weeks since Ara and Taehyung fought. After that day, Ara talked to her manager that she wanted to resign from this "rental girlfriend" job. 

Since she was on notice period for a month, she announced that she would only be rented by Jungkook, and her manager had agreed to it. 

She let Jungkook know the truth that she was leaving this job and she was ready to be rented just by him for the last month that she had.

Jungkook gladly agreed. He was more than happy to spend time with his new friend, even if he was supposed to pay. He had money, so he didn't mind paying her especially when it was clear that she did this job because she was in need of money. 

Even though Ara didn't give the exact amount, Jungkook agreed to pay 200,000 won for two hours whenever they would meet.

Jungkook asked her to meet him on alternate days, to which Ara agreed. If she was rented on alternate days for a whole month and was getting paid 200,000 won for a day, she would easily save enough money for Taehyung. And then she won't need to do this job anymore.

Just like the past few days, she was going on a date with Jungkook today. Ara was getting ready for her date. Well, it wasn't really a date on how the couples go. Just a platonic date. 

She put on her new perfume today that was gifted by Taehyung a month back. She loved perfumes and she had different types of fragrances, of course, all gifted by Taehyung.

She grinned, holding the blue bottle, and sprayed the oceanic fragrance on her neck, wrists, and body. She fell in love with the fragrance right away. 

Ara took a quick gaze at herself in the large mirror and liked the outfit she was wearing. She donned a beautiful blue floral dress with a split at the left thigh. Her dress was just above the knee, giving her a youthful, attractive appearance. The dress had two thin tie straps on the shoulders and it surprisingly looked decent and cute, instead of sexy. 

She combed her wavy brunette hair one last time before taking her phone and clicking a mirror selfie. 

She zoomed the picture; the red lipstick and winged eyeliner suited her look. She didn't wear heavy makeup, because Jungkook didn't mention where he was taking her. Also, the reason why she had worn white sneakers and not heels. 

When she heard a car horn, she turned around and left her apartment. As she moved towards the car, she saw Jungkook standing outside, waiting for her patiently. She couldn't believe he was the same man who didn't open the door for her the very first day and now he was waiting patiently for her with a soft face. If someone told her before that Jungkook would change so much, she would have laughed at that person. 

Ara slowed down her pace to examine the handsome man, who wore a sparkling black shirt, black jeans, and black Timberland boots. To say he looked handsome would be an understatement. The man's stunning looks and messy raven hair made him look exceptionally good.

Ara noticed these days that Jungkook loved wearing all black. Whenever he got a chance, he would proudly wear black outfits. It appeared like he was obsessed with black. How could someone not like colors though? Ara loved colors, mostly the ones that were pleasing to her eyes, unlike Jungkook. If she had to define Jungkook, he was a black-and-white guy.

For Jungkook, it was either this or that and nothing in between. Either he would act cold or loving, either black or white, either rude or respectful. His emotions and mouth had no filters, he never hid anything. And here, Ara was quite the opposite. 

When Jungkook turned toward her, he noticed her looking like an adorable young girl that she was. He felt like he was taking a kid on a date. They had roughly eight years of an age gap, and this whole meeting with Ara on alternate days made him feel things that he shouldn't have.

He was somewhere aware that the girl wasn't single, and she was meeting him because she was getting paid. Their whole relationship appeared like a fake contract where she was forced to meet him for money. But how could he make his heart understand that it wasn't supposed to feel attraction or love toward her?

Our heart only knows one thing- it makes us crave something we can't have. And so was Jungkook's heart, playing tricks on him.

"You're here?" Jungkook spoke with a little smile. Ara quickly nodded with a smile as she approached him. Once she stood in front of him, she inquired, "Where are we going?"

"Somewhere!" He responded with a wink and stepped away while opening the door for Ara to get in the car. She sat in the passenger seat with ease. 

She noticed Jungkook developing this habit of behaving like a normal man and not like the cold CEO that he pretended to be. So she began getting comfortable whenever he would act like a gentleman.

Over the last few days, Jungkook began enjoying his life with Ara. He would listen to music even in her absence, he would open the car windows while he drove and would enjoy the ride, he began speaking kindly with his employees, and most importantly, he began smiling more. He wasn't afraid to display his emotions, and Jimin was the happiest one to see these changes in Jungkook.

He knew that mingling with Ara might hurt him, but he was still happy that the girl had contributed to positive changes in the CEO's life. 

They drove while playing music and singing happily till they reached their destination. 

Ara was shocked to see herself standing under the high-rise building. That was when reality hit her that they had come to this famous rooftop bar in Seoul. She had never been to one before, and she was happy to be rented by Jungkook.

He was taking her to all the famous and unexpected places for the dates every time they were scheduled to meet. She was content in his company, and she would confess that happily any day. He treated her like a princess, respecting her presence as if she was the most important person in his life. He would spend money like water behind her, and he never complained. 

"Shall we?" Jungkook asked excitedly as he extended his hand for Ara to take. She gladly placed her hand into his and the two made their way toward the elevator. 

Jungkook noticed one more thing about Ara in the past few days. She loved freedom and she liked natural air. She hated a stuffy environment. So whenever they would be in the elevator, Ara would close her eyes and grip Jungkook's hand tightly as if she was afraid that he would leave her. 

Today Jungkook was feeling special. Whenever Ara held his hand, he would feel the sudden urge to protect her. Since the time he got to learn that Ara was an orphan, he let go of all the second thoughts that he had for the girl. Without doubting her anymore, he decided to enjoy her company and protect her from all the problems at all costs.

Hence, he wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her petite body closer to his muscular one. He placed her head on his chest gently and rubbed soothing circles on her back, mumbling sweet nothings. 

His nostrils were hit by this pleasing oceanic scent. He lowered his head a little so he could confirm if this scent was coming from Ara or not. And he was surprised that indeed Ara had put on a new fragrance today. He was taking in this soothing scent of the girl as he held her tightly. 

Their hearts danced together since Ara could hear his heartbeat increasing near her ear. She was loving the effect she had on him.

Not long after, they had to detach their bodies because they had reached their destination. Ara blushed crimson as she looked down while stepping out of the elevator, glancing at their hands intertwined tightly. She gazed at Jungkook's side profile and it appeared like he wasn't even aware of his actions. He had held hands with Ara as if it was the most casual thing he did with her.

They sat at a table and began looking at the menu. They made a decision to order red sauce pasta and the most expensive red wine. 

"You are forbidden to drink anything else. I know pretty well that you can't handle alcohol. So avoid drinking much." Jungkook warned in a stern tone, making Ara pout. If she wasn't allowed to get drunk then why were they here in the first place? "That pout won't convince me otherwise." He continued and then looked away to not get melted by her cuteness. 

While they were waiting for the food, Jungkook received a call. He excused himself and that made Ara get a free passage to make her way toward the bar counter. 

"Two shots of tequila." She ordered enthusiastically as sat on the high bar chair, waiting for her shots. Once she got the tiny glasses, she gulped down the bitter liquid in one go. Her nose scrunched up and she coughed a little when the warmness of the alcohol hit her throat. She nonetheless gulped the other glass.

Jungkook was quick to disconnect the call after he ordered Alex, his driver, to reach their location since he wouldn't be able to drive after boozing. Once he reached his table, he found Ara wasn't sitting there anymore. He glanced around and found the girl sitting near the bar counter while drinking something.

He knew this wasn't going to end well. He rushed there and found Ara ordering more shots. When she was about to gulp the third glass, Jungkook snatched the glass from her grip and gulped it which made Ara pout. She was already looking drunk. 

He took another glass as well and gulped that while gazing at Ara. "Thank you! We won't have any more shots since we have placed the order." Jungkook informed the bartender sternly, not sparing a glance at him, and pulled Ara to her feet, dragging her along.

She wasn't able to walk properly, but he held her waist tightly and made her sit beside him once they reached their table. He had to make her eat or else she would get more drunk.

When their order arrived, he made her eat with his hand. She was chewing messily but he didn't care a bit. His body began feeling warm when the alcohol running in his system began causing its effect. 

Jungkook would eat one bite from the same spoon he was feeding Ara, and then he would make her eat. 

Once they ate, Jungkook was about to stand up until Ara held the bottle of wine and began gulping it. "No! Ara, stop it." Jungkook shouted. Ara shook her head and continued to gulp the red liquid messily. 

Jungkook snatched the bottle from her grip and called Alex. The man was quick to reach the top floor where his boss was. He quickly made the payments till Jungkook struggled to make Ara walk to the elevator. 

When she refused to walk, Jungkook pulled her in his arms. He made her wrap her arms around his neck and placed his hands securely under her thighs as he made his way toward the elevator. 

Alex was quick to join them. When they got inside the elevator, Ara placed her head in the crook of Jungkook's neck and began sucking him. "Ara, don't!" Jungkook warned her huskily but she was too drunk to understand. 

Alex looked away, feeling awkward while Jungkook stepped backward so he could rest his back on the elevator wall. He tried his best to not let out a moan when Ara left hickeys on his neck while she placed her hand inside his shirt, roaming it everywhere around his chest and abs. 

Jungkook was struggling. He encouraged his brain to think about his work or something else in order to not get excited. But Ara's behavior wasn't helping at all. 

He knew this was going to lead them to do something which they might regret in the future. But how could he control himself when he wanted Ara as much as she wanted him? 

"This night is going to be long~" He mumbled under his breath as he pressed his lips to not let out a moan, allowing the girl to do whatever she wanted.

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So are you all ready for the mature scene?

I'm gonna upload that chapter next. 

All the kids, stay away from the next chapter or take Hobi water with you all :"D