be a world of mirages
And it'll be all mine

Jhope pov

Jhope was tired when he came home. He and Jimin had a recording two days before his birthday, and it is going to be aired again in his birthday week. He and Jimin were guests on AbemaTV.

When he came home the previous day from work, he was so upset and filled with resentment. How dare his family decides for him who he should marry. He doesn't want to get engaged to Dove. It might have been on their bucket list, and both their parents wanted it. It was settled because he already asked for her hand in marriage before they even thought about soulmates. 

But when he got his soul mark, they were already broken -up, and even his family doesn't know the location of his soul mark or even the image of his mark. His parents can discuss his stuff with family members that can go to the reporters. Dove received hers a year later. On the inside of her elbow.

He might still love Dove, but he will not let him be bullied into marrying a girl that cheated on him. He wants to be single for a while. Now FATE gave him an unexpected soulmate who gives him sleepless nights.

He dreamed all these inappropriate dreams of her, and it makes him want to throw up. The small kiss he shared with Dove didn't stir up passion like it used to. Her lips lost all appeal. She still unnerved him because his feelings always come to the fore when she is in the vicinity, but after Yoongi told him about his soulmate coming to work for him, he couldn't stop thinking about Y/n. Even when he started kissing Dove, her face morphed into Doves' face.

He called his parents, stunned when they heard about Dove and her parents' impending visit. There won't be a meeting with Dove's parents. Her parents called them, but his dad had a previous meeting with a University that wants him to come and lecture English Literature. He told his dad that they must not entertain Doves' parents; he also told his dad about the so-called engagement.

He called Jiwoo, who came back from her vacation. They rescheduled their date to Saturday when he is home. He loves his parents, and he knows how painful it was for them when Dove hurt him so bad with his childhood best friend.

He told Jiwoo about Dove's intentions," I don't know what is wrong with her family. Dove and I hadn't make-up. Jiwoo and whatever were on our bucket list is null and void when she pulled that stunt with my friend."

Jiwoo was shocked," Our parents weren't keen on that meeting of this weekend. Dad got an appointment, and mom has something she needs to do. You and I can have our sibling's date. Jordon will, unfortunately, leave tomorrow morning. He wants to expand another branch in South Korea, and he might head the company. He wants me to be near my family...what a loving soulmate."

Jhope pulled a face at the other side, and luckily his sister can't see him. She will smack him on the head," Yeah, well, good for you..give Jordon my regards."

Jiwoo chuckle." I didn't know that Dove wants to marry you so bad? What about your soulmate? You can't just give up on love, my little bro...you are worth loving."

Jhope felt his heart constrict when he thinks about his soulmate," I'm so scared to open myself up for love, Jiwoo...what if she turned out to be worse than Dove? I want so bad to un-love Dove."

Jiwoo could hear her brother's detached tone. She hopes he meets his soulmate very soon.

"Don't be afraid to love Hobs, and your soulmate will only prefer you. Remember, she will be the girl fate destined you to have. You will be her ultimate love. If you are red gold...she'll never do you any harm. She will love you forever. You will experience the most passionate love, better than what you feel for Dove right now. Those puppy love feelings that you still have for Dove will vanish instantly." Jiwoo is such a great sister, and Hobi loves her very much.

"How can I know for sure it will vanish? What if I have my soulmate, and I still love Dove?" Hope doesn't believe that. He already hurt his soulmate due to the conflicting feelings he starts to develop; he knows he is heavily attracted to his soulmate but is enough to eradicate Dove's love. That is why he is so afraid to activate the bond.

Jiwoo uttered with a serious tone, "Hobs, listen to me...when you happened to meet her. If you half bond without touching or accidentally activating your bond by touching..., please promise me to take the risk and activate the bond. Go for it, brother. I know you are burned and bruised, but that is why we have soulmates. To care for our well-being. She will never be selfish. I can't wait for you to meet her...she'll heal you."

"Don't worry we our parents wouldn't arrange the marriage. I'll informed them that your soulmate is on her way to you. Ok... wait patiently. Don't let Dove manipulate you into a relationship. Just because you forgave her doesn't mean you have to date her again. Ok." Jiwoo was reassuring him.

"But she wants to go home with me tomorrow, and I can't be with her in one car or be seen with a girl. I've almost got into another dating scandal with one of the dancers' sisters...but that's not important...Dove-" Jhope is not impressed with the new, unexpected developments with Dove.

"Hold up...wait ...wait a minute. What dating scandal. When did that happen?" Jiwoo is now very much interested.

"Few days before my birthday...but it sorted out." He could kick himself by carelessly mentioned the event. Now Jiwoo insist that he explain because she was away. She needs to be updated. He sighs and explains what happened.

"O gosh, my little brother, you such a sweetheart. She must've been in such a fangirl mode. To be rescued by BTS Jhope. Tell me is she pretty?" His sister gushed. Jhope only looks sour at the other side. He doesn't even want to answer that.

"Ugh come on ,noona, yes ....yes she is...I don't know...ok. I'm not interested?" He whined. His heart was speeding up just at the thought of his soulmate.

"What did Dove do? Another girl took your attention from her, "Jiwoo starts to giggle loudly. She knows how prone Dove is to jealousy.

"She confronted me about the girl, but I quickly told her where to get off." He didn't disclosed his kiss with Dove. Jiwoo will have a field day.

"It must've been tough to work around your ex," Jiwoo stated with pity laced in her voice.

"Not really...The interns doesn't interact with the band..." they talked a few minutes more and Jiwoo will discreetly tell Dove that Hobi would be coming home. She and her scheming parents can stay at home. Nobody is going to force her brother into an unwanted marriage.

They greeted and hung up. Namjoon called all the band members to the private lounge to informed them of new information from management.

Everybody was sitting around the sofas. Yoongi look very tired, and can't Namjoon just sends him a message.Jimin and Taehyung came in filled with bickering about who is a better gamer. Jungkook was in the gym. Jin had spend time with Samiya, baking sweet treats for the guys.

Namjoon smile, " Well guys lets give a hand to our  singles DNA" and "Mic Drop (Remix)" are certified Gold by RIAA it is the first songs by a Korean group to be recognized. Well done Bts!!!!" The group holler and high five each other.

"Whoa that's awesome!"Jhope jumped up and do his signature dance. The boys snorts. Very glad to see the sunshine emerging.

"That is so cool. We put Korea on the map" Jimin and Taehyung high five each other.

Namjoon grin and his deep dimples played peek-a-boo." That's not all guys ,BTS set another record with "Love Yourself: Her"  becoming the best-selling album in Gaon Chart history with 1.58M copies sold. Give it up for B. T. S!!!"

The boys shouts out in delight. Whoa, that is so awesome.

" Are there more news? Because you look so smug," Yoongi dryly states.

"Oh, yes my dear  Lil meow ....we are nominated for a Musician for the year at the KMA ( Korean Music Awards)." Namjoon smiled triumphantly. The hoys were so elated if they win a daesang  (Main award).

"Whoa, if we win again, we will also be known as the first Korean group to win a daesang at every major award show (MAMA, MMA, GDA, SMA, KMA) during one season." Namjoon carried on. The group is so happy. They came a long way from debut days.

"Any more exciting news before I can carry on with my nap," Yoongi states. Jin grins and grab his fellow Hyung around the neck with affection. He is so cute,when he looks all tired like a kitty cat with sharp claws.

" Oh,yes Jhope...you have an interview tomorrow with two magazines about your mixtape and you've got a solo cover shoot with GQ. Bang Pd approved it. let give it up for J.......hooooooppppppeeee!" Everyone was jumping and tackling Jhope to congratulate him on landing a photoshoot with a very famous magazine. Only Yoongi looked unbothered for all the chaos.

He stood up," Congrats my bro, we'll go for a drink some time in the week and no...no Maknaes will be there,"

"Ugh come on Yoongi-hyung ! We are all eligible to drink soju." Jimin looks peeved. He is a big boy now,he can hold his liquor. Not like Jhope who gets red after a few sips.

Taehyung hates drinking so he stays away from unnecessary drinking. He recalls that when Jimin is tipsy he can become very quiet or very confident and point out all the details around him.

Jin likes beer but usually the rest like any alcoholic drinks they choose.

J hopes eyes widen, "Do you want to make me drunk?"

Yoongi smirks," How do you know?"

Jhope snorts, giving Yoong a side glance, "If I was a girl, I would take offence".

Namjoon smile," Just put a wig on, and when Suga boy is intoxicated, he'll think you Jiwoo,"

Yoongi grin, " So not funny Joonie!"

Jin laugh his signature wiper laugh," Ok, let's "Sope" be. Can we leave now, I have a "private date with my queen Jin waggles his eyebrows at the older Hyung.."

"Too much inside information, Hyung, "Jungkook scrunched up his nose.

"Don't worry baby maknae, my girl wants to treat her king for a homemade spa at the exclusive Bangtan bells abode," he waves at them and dashed out from the room. The rest snickers at the eldest Hyung. He's like a hype up bunny when Samiya is around.

The mansion will be filled this weekend cause Taehyung and Yoongi girls' will be visiting the estate. Jungkook sighs; this will be another weekend with the "love fests" Yoongi and his soulmate will relaxed and cuddle the whole weekend on the sofa, playing footsie, caressing each other's hair, and also kissing the entire time. 

Jin and Samiya are the most shameless soulmates. They can make out anywhere, even in the laundry room where he needs to do some chores. Don't talk about Taehyung, who will forget about the whole world and keep his fun-size near him at all times. The amount of times they touched each other is appalling. Namjoon will escape to his studio and work, and Hobi will keep himself entertained with Jimin at his side. Going to the mall or just going to drink an early coffee.

Jhope is so glad he'll be leaving Saturday morning with Jiwoo. No Dove! Thank God for small miracles. He'll be to tired to travel home tomorrow after the shoots.

The rest of the band will have the weekend off recuperating from the heavy dance rehearsals with the new back up crew.

Yoongi stretched himself out and looked at Jhope with a smirk," Can we leave together tomorrow? If you don't mind. I have an early appointment with my new employee."

Jhope furrow his brows in confusion, " New employee?" Oh, gosh, please tell him its nor his soulmate. Please let she have said no.

Jimin and the rest of the maknae looked surprised at Yoongi," Huh!, to do what!" Jimin states.

"Oh, she will be my personal physiotherapist that will come in thrice a week. Tomorrow we will discuss the whole deets." He discreetly look at Jhope who plummeted down the sofas with his hands in his hair, groaning with frustration. How can Yoongi do this to him? DARN YOU FATE!!! He knows he will be so aware of her presence that it will be difficult to concentrate on anything.

"Oh, it is the girl from London. She helped me after I over-exerted my shoulder few days ago. She agreed to work for me. Bang PD agreed, and tomorrow she'll meet Sejin" Yoongi brief them about his schedule.

Jungkook smile, "Is she pretty?"

"Oh, Gawd! Kookie...She is mated" . Jhope yells in annoyance.

Jungkook narrowed his eyes to his Hyung," Who peed in your porridge, Hobi? Is just a innocent question. "

Jhope lay his head backwards and closed his eyes with his arms and say with a soft hoarse voice, " I'm sorry Kookie..."

Yoongi grin ,"Oh, boys...Jhope hates the girl...She was the one who accidentally came to our floor...Hobi thought she was a saseang fan...She really let him see ghost now! "

Jimin's eyes widen," Oh, Hobi! She really scare you...I'm so sorry...that saseang experience traumatized you severely."

Namjoon states dryly," She an adorable girl...charming accent. You have to meet her."

Jimin and Jungkook looked very excited, but Taehyung decline. He'll meet her another time. His soulmate is coming and he planned a particular date for her at his private apartment.

Jungkook smiled widely," So, will your girl be ok with her...wouldn't  she be jealous if you work so closely with another female."

"Oh, no this girl , Akira is already mated. So, she is taken. My girl trusts me and she knows I can only prefer her." Yoongi told them about his new employee.

"Can I come to meet her tomorrow?" Jimin asked with the most adorable smile.

Jhope was getting edgier the longer the discuss his soulmate. Jimin is a huge flirt, and Akira will not be immune to his charms. He knows he will feel jealous, especially when she will work with his band member in total capacity. He felt how the longing in his heart increases. He hates to admit it, but he misses her presence. His body craves for her, but his mind viciously fought back.

He will not yield; to FATE can do what she wants but her allure will not suck him in...

A/n...Poor Hobi is still fighting the bond vehemently.

Question. Will he succeed against FATE?

Thank you for all your reads, votes and comments. I hope you've enjoyed the chapter.