He lets out a big sigh and hangs his head down, resting his forehead on the steering wheel. I knew it's gonna be a long day! What was I thinking – bringing Tzuyu along and asking her to pretend as my girlfriend? God – out of all the choices you made in your entire life, Kook – that's probably the worst! But he couldn't have known that she would be there! And his friends – how could Jisoo and Chaeyoung kept this secret from him? They've been in touch with her all these while and never thought to tell him about it?!

Still, Jungkook's subconscious is able to justify their actions internally. They probably thought it's for the best – with the way he acted when he got back from Japan 2 years ago. He had been so depressed all the time with his decision to let her go. They saw him at his worst state and they probably thought it's best if they never mention her again. Jungkook groaned to himself – frustrated at how poorly he acted in front of her just now. He didn't even say anything!

There's a knock on his window and the parking attendant waved at him. He nodded and got out immediately, taking the bouquet of flowers with him.

"Sorry sir, but the gate's almost closed,"

"I'll be quick, I promise! Please, it's really important!" The guy nodded and Jungkook ran in little steps towards his destination. The sky had turned violet, with hues of orange and yellow spreading in abstracts. He's late and it's quiet...looks like he won't get to talk to 'her' for long –

He stopped his tracks when he saw the familiar figure at the tree – still wearing the same dress - sitting on the grass with her back facing him. She's here...she left early to come here...Jungkook's heart fell at the sight. She still remembers this place. She must've missed it so much! 

What do I do – should I leave and give her some space? His feet didn't take time to think though – as they slowly make their way to her and the single standing tree. He cleared his throat a little and saw her wiping her cheeks before turning around. Her eyes widen when she found him there.

"Hi," He breathed. Her eyes glint with post-tears and she forced a smile, dipping her head a little as she looks down to the ground. "I'm sorry....I just came to um – " He gestured to the bouquet in his hands. She stares at it in silence. "I just wanna give 'her' these um..." He placed it down awkwardly at the barks. He huffed – feeling out of breath and nervous as hell – and he fidgets around, shifting from one foot to the other alternately.

"Thank you," Her soft voice croaked a little.

"Yeah it's um...it's 'her' birthday,"

A tear fell across her beautiful, small face as she closed her eyes, and he knew she's trying hard to control her emotions.

"Hey...don't cry, please," He didn't let himself think anymore and pulled her in. All he wanted is her in his arms. If she wants to cry, he wants her to cry with him. Only him.

Her shoulders shuddered, following her small sobs on his chest. Jungkook held her tighter, brushing her hair with his hand and taking in her scent. She smells exactly the same as how he remembered. How I miss you! 

It felt like the longest time since he held her like this and Jungkook suppressed the urge to cry out of finally having her back in his life. They stood there like that and he never wanted it to end. But after a while, when her sobs died down, he knew he had to let her go. 

"I – I'm sorry," She wipes her face again when she pulls herself back.

"It's okay...I understand,"

She braves a smile and looks up to him. "Thank you...for remembering her. I – I saw the flowers last year, was that from you too?"

"You were here last year?"

She nods. "I'm sorry...for disappearing like that. I'm really sorry,"

"No, don't –" He scratched his non-itchy head. "I mean, yeah – you made me nervous for a very long time...and yeah – there were moments I wasn't proud of. But it's not your fault. I understand – I mean, I think I could understand,"

She smiled and looked back down to her fidgeting fingers. "I can explain...I mean, if you want to hear –"

"Okay," It really didn't matter much to him but he wanted to spend more time with her. 

...

They sat in silence at one of the benches, overlooking Han River. The sky had turned dark and the temperature is slowly dropping. He convinced her to come here with him as he had to move his car out from the cemetery's parking lot. Jungkook stole another glance at her side profile, still can't believe she's really here with him!

"I um...I couldn't tell you. I couldn't face you. I overheard and um...I couldn't live with myself if I became the cause of you arguing with your mom. But I knew I couldn't do it if you're in front of me – I wouldn't be able to walk away,"

Jungkook held in his thoughts, leaving her to do all the talking.

"I checked into a hotel – a cheap one," She laughed a little. "It was...a bit rough for me, at that point. I thought a lot of things and I couldn't decide on what to do. I wanted to switch on my phone and call you...so many times – but I stopped myself each time. Then I got sick. I couldn't remember what happened, but the housekeeper found me on the floor and called the ambulance. I stayed in the hospital for about a week. I didn't sit for my exams cus I couldn't –"

"I called one of my professors to apologize. She had been rooting for me all those times and I felt like I had let her down. So she came over to visit, and she offered me a job. She had been talking about it even before then, but the last time we had that conversation I declined her offer. Cus I didn't wanna leave you,"

"When she came by to visit me, she said it's okay and the offer is still open if I want it. She said she trusted me and she didn't need that degree to know that I can do it. So I thought – since I have nowhere and no one to go to anymore, I accepted it. I called Jisoo unnie...I apologized over what happened last time at your house, and that I couldn't do the project with her and Jennie unnie,"

"I moved to Osaka 3 days after that. I rented a room and prepared the arrangements for the new job. Ms Jessi had a partner there – a Japanese – he interviewed me and guided me around my way. It took a while for me to adjust, cus I...I missed you all the time and it was awkward, being in a new country," She lets out a little laugh, still staring down to her knotted fingers.

"Eventually I contacted Chaeyoung and a few other people – Jisoo unnie, Ms Kim, Minmin...to let them know that I am well. Please don't be mad at Chae and Jisoo unnie...I asked them not to tell you. I thought you'd be mad as hell with me. And I didn't wanna interrupt – you know, about your mom's plan for you. I didn't wanna hold you back. I couldn't..."

"Lisa..." He breathed. Where should he even start?

"It's really good to see you again," She smiled genuinely to him. "I'm...I'm really happy that you're well. And Tzuyu seems nice," She held her warm smile. Oh...

"You really think so?"

"Yeah...she's super pretty too!" His heart fell even more. "I didn't know what to expect by going to the wedding. Chaeyoung meant so much to me – even when I left without telling her. I wanted to be there for her. I thought that you might be there. But I thought you'd be with your wife. Probably with a baby already –"

He laughed nervously. Lalisa...with his child...oh, he wanted it so much!

"I have a secret," He tilts his head apologetically.

"Oh no," She gasped. "You already have a wife and kid but you didn't tell Tzuyu?!"

"What – no! How cruel do you think I am?" He laughed and she follows suit.

"I don't know –"

"Tzuyu's not my girlfriend," She froze. "They bugged me about bringing a plus one to the wedding. Jisoo noona had been trying to set me up with her friends and it annoys the hell out of me – so I brought Tzuyu along. She's my assistant. And before you jump into more conclusions – she has a boyfriend! They're supposed to go for a picnic today – I should give that girl a raise for her brilliant acting just now!"

Lisa laughed at him. Ahh how he missed that sound! "Assistant?"

"Yeah...I um," Now it's his turn to look down. "I made it. What I told you before – about what I wanted to do after uni? I told my dad and he agreed to fund it. So yeah,"

"Oh my God, Jungkook! I'm so happy for you!" She squeezed her palm in a fist excitedly. Yes, kiss me already! Tell me – "I'm so proud of you," It felt like a soothing melody in his ears. That's what he wanted. He worked so hard – sacrificing the time and his social life – just so one day, he could be here and hear her say it. He honestly thought it would take him a longer time than this but...FATE...the word rang in his ears again.

"So um...do you really um...didn't meet anyone?" Can his voice get any smaller?!

"Hmm?"

"Boyfriend,"

"Oh...that –" She sighed a little laugh. "That's um...no...I just – maybe it's not the time yet,"

"I went to Osaka and saw you,"

"You...you saw me?"

"Yeah...I um...I went to find you –"

"When?"

"2 years ago?"

"And you found me?" He nods down to his knotted fingers. 

"I saw you with...with a man. And you looked happy. You were smiling and I – I thought I shouldn't. I knew you ran away to start a new life. I had all these things in my head...of what to say to you...to make you come back to me. But when I saw you I just – I just forgot everything. Like it didn't matter anymore. I always made you cry...and you didn't deserve that –"

"Kooki..." Her soft voice sounded like a cry for him as her hand covered his.

Jungkook braves himself to look up. Her eyes are still as kind as ever and Jungkook couldn't find anymore patience to hold himself back. He took the leap and leaned in to kiss her. Heaven! She still tastes like strawberries and summer. I've missed your lips! Jungkook pulls back slightly, resting his forehead on hers. "I'm sorry...if you've moved on – if you're really happy now, just tell me. Tell me to stop,"

...

"Jungkook, slow down," She whimpered behind him and he turned around. "I – I don't think this is a good idea,"

"No, it's the perfect idea! This can't wait – I promise you," He starts walking again, pulling her hand as she runs in small steps to follow his pace.

When they reached the door, he pressed the doorbell and turned to her – cupping her small cheeks in his palms. "Do you still love me?"

Her gaze softens. "Yes, but –"

"Then trust me,"

She stares at him, clueless at what's about to happen. The door opens and Jungkook pulls her inside.

"Where's mom and dad?" He asked the butler.

"They're upstairs sir, in their room,"

"Thanks," Then he led her up the stairs, doubling his pace. He took a deep breath and knocked on the door before opening it.

"Jungkook?" His mom saw him first, then diverted her eyes to fall on Lisa. She gasped, standing up slowly and walked over. He turned over to Lisa – who's mouth dropped open – shocked to find his mother there. "Lalisa? Lalisa! You're really here?! Yeobo...yeobo...Lalisa's here!" His mom paced around before pulling the girl into a hug.

"Lalisa?" His dad woke up and looks around.

"Yeobo!! Our Lalisa is here!!" She shouts, now in tears. Lisa's eyes began tearing up as she closed her arms around his mom's waist.

"Lalisa! Lalisa!!" His father scrambled to get up and Jungkook ran over to help.

"Ahjussi..." His mother released her and Lisa walks over to the two men. "I – I'm sorry – I wanted to call but I was too ashamed of myself –"

His father pulls her in a hug, cutting her off. Jungkook's heart overwhelmed with the scenario unfolding before him. He felt complete – like nothing else mattered right this second. The 2 years of longing had finally came to this, and he couldn't ask for anything more! The love that he felt in the room is too precious – too big to even put in words – and he can't help but tearing up as well!

"I thought you'd never come back...please don't leave us like that again – we were so worried,"

They do really love her like she's their own child!

"I'm sorry...I'm really sorry...please forgive me," It's amazing how she's apologising profusely. She's amazing!

His mother came forth, wiping her tears away. "Have you eaten? Do you want to eat something?"

Lisa giggled as more tears fell, shaking her head.

"Here, let me look at you!" His mother puts an arm on her shoulder andscans her from head to toe. "You've gotten more beautiful, my Lalisa – aishhyou made us so worried!! We missed you so much!" She pulls her in again and Lisa giggled even more.

...

Warning: Slightly Mature Content

Jungkook couldn't sleep. His parents had insisted for Lisa to sleep at their house – despite the fact that all her clothes are at her hotel. Of course he loves nothing more than having her around him 24/7 but not in separate rooms! He can't argue much as he didn't want to ruin the pure adornment his parents have for her. But the fact that she's just there...right across his room...so near yet so out of reach – made his night restless and his chest annoyingly frustrated. I haven't seen her for 2 years – cut me some slack!!

He paced around in his room – contemplates on whether he should do it or not. Lisa might be mad at him for even thinking about it – but hell – with all the drama and excitement that's been happening, he at least deserves a goodnight kiss right??

He opened his door slowly and tip-toed across after making sure there are no noises coming from his parents' bedroom. God – what am I – 15?? He puts an ear to the bedroom door and when he can't hear anything, he slowly turns the doorknob. The room is dark but he can still see his way around. He saw the girl's silhoutte in still on the bed as he closed the door behind him. Then he walked towards her, climbing on and to her side.

He checks on her features, admiring her sleeping state for probably longer than he should. Her eyes are closed shut and her cheeks looked too soft that Jungkook can't help his fingers from carressing it. She shuddered slightly and shifted to her side – with her back facing him. The duvet had been lowered by accident, revealing a very thin strap. Jungkook swallowed hard. He shouldn't – he really shouldn't...but –

He pulled the duvet slightly and took a peek. She's not wearing anything else other than her undergarments and Jungkook battles with his subconscious internally. Just kiss her goodnight and leave – that's all you came here to do! He nods to himself, already imagining his subconscious patting him on the back. He leans in and plants a small kiss on her bare shoulder. She shuddered again and Jungkook held his breath when she arched her back – her bottom met the front his sweatpants. Fuck!

"Jungkook? What –" She forced a whisper when she turned and opened her eyes.

"Shh –" He puts a finger on his mouth. "Hi," He smiled.

"Hi..." She turned fully to face him and he relaxed a little, leaning his head on the pillow. "What time is it?"

"Around 2...I can't sleep,"

"Hmm? Why, what's wrong?"

"Nothing...I just – I just really miss you,"

She smiles and pull herself closer to him and places a hand on his chest. "I miss you too," Jungkook circled an arm around her tiny waist – pulling her even closer. "Your heart beat's so fast...are you gonna cry now?"

"I'm just so happy that you're here," He breathes in her scent. She's right. He's so happy in fact – that he felt like bursting in tears. The wait is finally over. He finally have her in his arms again.

"I'm happy too,"

He grabs the back of her hair and kiss her. She returns it with equal fervour – parting her lips and giving him the access to savour her more. What started as a soft, sensual kiss now turned rough – filled with longing and demands. It's like all their frustrations over the past two years are now being released. Their teeth clashes in this battle of dominance and their breathing became harsher. She whimpered and he groaned as his hand slipped underneath her bra, cupping and squeezing her breast. Her hand plays with his hair – tugging the strands while the other caresses his back – trailing her nails on his skin and moving further down to his waist.

She's turning him on more and more, and he didn't want her to ever stop. He needs this. They both need this. He will cherish her, love her for as long as he lives and more...and she will be forever his girl! She came back after 2 years - she needs to be! He felt her hot fingers on the waistband of his pants, then on his hard shaft. Jungkook couldn't help but groaned at the lusty pain he felt in his stomach. 

"Shh..." She smiles up to him, teasing him with those dark, heady eyes.

"I miss you looking at me like this –" He pressed his lips on hers. "And I miss your hands on me –" He pressed another. "And your body –" He plays with the sensitive button on her breast and her fingers tensed – giving him a light squeeze. Fuck – I'm only a man!

"Kooki...your parents..."

He climbs on top of her and grazes his lips on her ears, nibbling it teasingly. "Don't worry...I'm sure mom would already ask you for grandkids tomorrow so you can just wink at her and tell her we've got it covered," Lisa slaps her cheek playfully with her free hand, suppressing her breathy giggles. Jungkook smiles down to her, overwhelmed with the mixture of happiness, adornment, love and lust. She seems to be thinking the same.

"I love you...I'm sorry," She breathed and he saw her eyes glistening. He immediately caught her lower lip and tugs it in between his teeth and she gasped.

"The only thing I wanna hear you cry out every night from now is my name –" He licks her pretty, plumpy lips as they curved up in a shy, sexy smile.

...