"You lose yourself trying to hold on to someone

who doesn't care about losing you." - Tablo

Recap

You close your wary eyes and exhale his scent deeply as you breathe out his name in a whisper, "S... Seokjin?"

......

When you looked up into his gentle, amused dark brown eyes, your head wanted to spiral in a million directions. Your frail heart was hammering almost inside your chest.

Nothing registered when you observed swift motion and with blinking eyes in the rain, you felt Seokjin placing the umbrella in your palm, protecting you from the chilly drops on your freezing shoulders. Shivers race up your spine as he pulls off his warm coat and quickly wraps it around your petite shoulders. You wanted to protest, but he tightened it around you. You inhaled deeply as you softly thanked him.

When he took the umbrella from your chilly and wet hand, his serious gaze left you dumbfounded.

"Now you're warmly covered--" he smirks as he lovingly pulls you towards his chest. You took a deep breath in. Oh, God...please don't let me go that path again, you silently lament in your mind. You felt his warm hands smoothing your dripping hair away from your face. His touch sent an electric current through your wet body, but you violently suppressed the forbidden feelings that wanted to spill out.

"S... Seokjin, w...what are you doing here?"You strangled it against his chest, still quivering. He wore a dark suit jacket over his classic Armani silk shirt and tie. You figure he's probably still at work.

You could feel the heat of the coat on your skin and you just wanted to cuddle up in the tantalizing scent of Seokjin. Your long eyelashes peered up at him, and your face flushed as you noticed his gaze piercing yours. He smiled softly as his hand gently brushed your cheek.

Your heart was pounding. It was as if you had been transported to a bizarre, alternate realm where Seokjin is caring for you right now. It was incredible.

"My PA, Su-Mei, and I noticed you as you walked past the Coffeeshop. I knew you were in trouble when it started raining because you didn't have an umbrella... Come on, let's stand beneath the bus stop shelter."I don't want you to get any wetter." He embraced your small shoulders and led you to the bus stop a few feet away.

"Thank you Seokjin... I think the bus will arrive in a few minutes. You don't have to wait for me. I'll be fine," you softly say. His presence already made you jittery.

"I'm not going to leave you here Puppyface...it's almost 3 pm and the road is closed due to a truck that drove into a ditch," Seokjin said, raising his eyebrows and smirking,". The main bus route is obstructed. The bus stops on this side of Gangnam will close for a few hours at least," he said regretfully, shaking his head, but still embracing you under his arm as one of his hands hold on to the umbrella to shield you from the outpouring.

"Oh, just great," you moaned aloud," D... do you know where another bus stop is? I'm not familiar with this side of Gangnam-gu. 'You look like you're going to burst out crying at your bleak luck.

"Don't worry, puppy 'I'm here....' His smile was so enticing that you couldn't help but stare at his wagging brows. You observed how he took his pricey cell phone from his pocket and dialed a number. You merely breathed and wrapped his warm coat around you even more tightly. Your clothing was drenched. Maybe Seokjin will call an Uber for you to get home. Your beloved phone drowned. Another added inconvenience. Your family must be worried at this point. You never ghost them when they text you. This day turned out to be bittersweet.

Then you noticed Seokjin speaking politely to someone.

"Ah, Su-Mei...please inform Mr Ba to drop the car off at the green and blue bus stop. It's near the Cherry Blossom tree, almost adjacent to the new Courier shop---yes, that's it. No, I'm not going back to the coffee shop. Thank you," he smirked as he hung up the phone. You were curious about who this Su-Mei was, but you quickly disregarded the idea.

It's not your concern. Your eyes widen for a few moments when the most expensive car pulls up next to you on the side of the payment. You catch your breath as the most amazing, luxurious car you've ever seen pulls up next to you on the side of the payment. It's also Seokjins. You forgot about your charming... ex-friend's wealth and he comes from old money.

When his driver opened the back passenger door for his boss, the rain was still falling softly. When he saw his boss with a petite woman who reached his shoulders, you could see the gleam in his eyes.

Seokjin smiled warmly and bowed as he led you to the car, and you thanked him and climbed in.

You were surprised to see a well-dressed lady wearing a velvet black coat over her white and black suit. Her beautiful blond hair is styled in a sleek bob, and she has pearl earrings. Her neck was adorned with a pearl necklace that featured a pink dazzling stone in the center. Her lime-green-olive eyes captured you, and she was beautiful.

She appeared to be partly Asian, and you wondered if she was from Thailand. She sat in the front passenger seat. Her eyes widened as she gazed at you with open curiosity. Who are you? What is the identity of this woman at Seokjin---her boss's side?

She looked into your honeybrown nervous eyes with huge, peculiar olive-green eyes, and nodded with a red-pink-tight lip smile. You bowed slightly as Seokjin moved in next to your trembling body. His exquisite sandalwood perfume tantalizes your senses, and you nervously bite your bottom lip.

You felt your old fears resurfaced against the beauty of Su-Meis' lustrous golden blonde hair and flawless make-up. The ugly duckling within that never left wanted to re-emerge. You were wondering why Seokjin seemed concerned about you today. In these warm beige leather-clad car seats that are warmed up, you look like a half-drunk alley cat.

"Good afternoon, my name is Su-Mei. Mr. Kims' assistant...," Because her boss was in the car, she tried to be pleasant. Her eyes had previously expressed her genuine sense of curiosity and open scrutiny. You can tell right away that this PA harbors romantic emotions for Seokjin because her lingering eyes had a soft glow in them when she looked at this handsome face.

"Er... Mayla. Please to meet you, "you slightly bow in her direction.

Seokjin was always mesmerizing and you wonder if he and SungKyung are still together. Gosh, it's a couple of years later, he is supposed to be in a happy committed relationship by now. Maybe having a Mrs. Kim with at least a kid or two. A little ache wanted to constrict your heart, but you just shook off the ridiculous unwanted feelings.

You are so over your obsessive, suffocating love for this beautiful man. Years of therapy helped you to be strong and get over him and you know you just wanted to keep your heart away from betraying you again. The driver got in and started the car.

Seokjin chuckled, "Mr Ba, please take me to the estate... "

Your eyes widened as you assumed Seokjin was offering you a ride home. "Seokjin... aren't you taking me home?" you ask quietly as you gently shake his arm. Your eyes widened.

"I'll drive you home myself later, You need to get out of those wet clothes, eat and drink something, then I'll take you back," he laughed softly," Don't worry...you'll be in good hands...puppy," he said softly your nickname, then warmly smiled down in your startled face, as you nervously bit your lip.

Oh no... Seokjin is taking you to his residence.

Su-Meis' eyes widen as she looks at you and Seokjin in the mirror.

What! Her boss wishes to take this strange woman home with him.

"Sir, If Mayla needs a change of clothes...I can take her to my apartment and escort her home," she cleared her throat and turned to face you and Jin," She might feel more at ease with another girl. You don't have to go to all that trouble. As your PA, I'm here to lighten your burden." Her bright eyes caught her boss's attention.

You hold your breath as you stare at her. That will be the solution. You do not have to spend time with Seokjin. You must guard your heart with vigilance.

Just when you were about to respond, Seokjin grinned and breathed, "Thank you, Su-Mei. But Mayla is one of my dear Swiss college friends, and we need to catch up. a bit. You, you're such a sweetie. but thank you."He smiled warmly at Su-Meis' attempt to entice you away from being alone with Seokjin.

You sigh and give her a regretful grin. Even if you're a little upset that you won't be able to avoid Seokjins' attention, you secretly want to know where he lives.

Su-Mei smiled, but you could see she was disappointed to find that you and Seokjin knew each other. You hope she doesn't have any weird ideas about the two of you. You had a detox from Seokjin.

If she knew about your history with Seokjin, she would protect him with her life and lock you up so you wouldn't come near him.

You smirk inwardly as you recall your enthusiastic 19-20-year-old self. Seokjin's overzealous cheerleader who passionately pursues a guy who is way out of her league.

You've grown up in years and you're no longer the girl with stars in her eyes. You are no longer interested in romance or love. After today, you will avoid Kim Seokjin because he will lead you down the path of heartbreak once more. You'll just show your appreciation by sending him one of your specialty sugary treats that he always loved.

You sighed heavily, wondering how you'd hide from Seokjin. He appears to be determined to re-enter your life.

You don't want to go through the agony of pinning for a guy who will never love you back.

You would never want or curse your enemy with unrequited love.

When you arrive in a gated community in 30 minutes, your eyes become bigger. As you neared the gate security, the friendly guards saluted Jin's vehicle, even though the driver did nothing more than swipe the card and enter a secret code.

He drove slowly in, and your gaze was drawn to the spectacular mansions that adorned the leafy streets. The environment was immaculate. From the manicured garden scenery to the several water fountains that flowed through some gardens.After a few turns Seokjin smiles at you and gently touches your hand to get your attention.

Your big eyes were drawn to him as he motioned to a magnificent residence at his side.

Is this his...

"That's Min Yoongis' house," Seokjin says with a smile, "Remember the two guys who came to see me two weeks before I graduated? Yoongi and Namjoon?" He raised his brows for you to recognize them.

"Oh, one was a little short and quiet. Wow, what is his line of work?" you inquire.

" Yoongi is a famous, award-winning record producer who is currently married to another well-known producer and composer. They have the most adorable baby boy." He stated openly in adoration.

You just smiled and wondered why Seokjin never got hitched. He is quite attractive and very affluent. A lady's dream.

After a few more turns and more affluent residences, you arrived at the most spectacular glass mansion. Oh, my gosh!

"Oh wow!" you gasped in amazement at the massive mansion in front of you. Seokjin only chuckled gently as the driver drove through the automatic double gates and your eyes feasted on the lush garden with the most stunning landscape designs. The evergreens and fragrant flowers. Seokjin must have a full-time gardener.

His residence was painted in chocolate brown and light dove grey. You were transfixed when the driver drove into a descending underground parking garage.

It was as though you were driving through a luxury car dealership. Six of the most expensive vehicles are displayed behind frameless glass windows. It appeared to be on display in a room within his home.

You noticed a Porsche Panamera GTS in silver metallic blue. A white Aventador S, one of the fastest vehicles on the market, to satiate his thirst for speed. A canary yellow Lamborghini, a metallic maroon Audi SUV, and even an adorable black Bently and sportscar you just came in.

The driver stopped in the large garage with porcelain floors and in front of the house's double wooden private entrance. Two massive pot plants in stunning golden vases flank the entryway and the little steps have marble tiles on them. Money is not an option for Seokjin.

You stared in admiration at the carefree Seokjin. He wasn't bragging about his fortune. You had no idea he was that wealthy. Omg! Emilia, who is familiar with vehicles, will also faint. You and your late father liked watching the car shows, and you've even attended some in Geneva. You may have heard that Seokjin also owns a large Yacht that resembles a little cruise ship. Wow!

Ms Su-Mei and the driver grinned and exited the car. They unlocked the doors to let you out. You make sure to bring your tote bag.

Seokjin smiles widely at your still speechless expression. You're at a loss for words.

"Home, sweet home!"Seokjin murmurs gently. He thanked the driver and Ms. Su and instructed the driver to take the Bently to drop Su off at her apartment. Su-Mei looked a little disappointed that they were not invited in like in the past.

Seokjin greets his two staff with a bow and leads you to the double private door, his arm securely around your shoulder. Unbeknownst to the narrowed eyes of the lovely PA who followed you. She sighed deeply and slid into the passenger seat next to the driver as they drove out of the automatic garage and to the front gate.

Seokjin smiled down at you as he entered his house's security code.

"Welcome to my home, Puppy..." he smirked as he brought you inside his opulent entrance with two massive sparkling marble pillars leading to the TV lounge. He took the coat and hung it in the built-in cupboard. The house was delightfully warm and inviting To make it warmer for you, Seokjin adjusts the temperature inside using a cute device against his wall. Suddenly, you hear soothing classical music reverberating throughout the home.

You both removed your shoes at a special entrance. There was an open rack with various house slippers and the cutest wooly animal slippers with rubber soles to keep you from slipping on the gleaming cream-white porcelain floors. You even dust his floors as you walk around in them.

Seokjin grins as he hands you some adorable brown and beige puppy slippers. As he began to chuckle you just rolled your eyes. That sound of his peculiar laugh makes you smile a little. "Please, Lord, help me not to fall again" you inwardly pray; this time you will not be able to get up and think sane.

You sat down on a brown leather stool and slipped on the cute slippers.

When he led you into an open-plan TV lounge your breath hitched. The whole accent of the house is in neutrals, browns, caramels, whites, creams, and beige

"Wow. You have a beautiful home, Seokjin."You looked around admiringly.

"Thank you Puppy face---," Seokjin says with a smile.,"This house was built two years ago. I stayed in a penthouse but wanted enough space to throw events, have my family and Bangtan Elite club sleepover, and just enjoy privacy.," He trailed off, "I wanted a massive kitchen to create all kinds of cuisines..."

His white velvet sofas covered with dark brown throws for those comfortable movie nights in front of the TV catch your eye. Seokjin's home was elegant for a bachelor of his caliber. But you just assumed he wasn't involved or married.

"It is massive for only one person---are you? ... never mind," you blush and look away from him.

Seokjin smirked as he saw your discomfort, " Er... No puppy face I'm not in love, engaged, or married. Why? "

You inhaled and bit your lip nervously, " You are almost 29 years old and you have a beautiful home fit for a large family. I just think you would've been a good dad---"

"You think... thanks. But I'm a very career-focused man right now. If I meet her I'll know she is the one that I might sacrifice my freedom for... "There was an undefined emotion flashing in his eyes when he looked at you with a piercing stare. You don't know why you feel shivers run down your spine at that intense look. It unnerved you so much that you suddenly rubbed over your arms. Seokjin's eyes widen.

"Oh my... let me get you into some dry clothing... Come! " He takes your soft hands in his and leads you to the bedrooms via two flights of marble stairs with glass railings. The views of Seoul and the Han River were breathtaking as you entered one. As walls, the entire side is formed of glass windows. It led to a large balcony. A king-size bed is located in the center. Down lighting was used around the area to enhance the homey atmosphere. The oak laminated flooring sparkles, and there's a large beige velvety carpet under the bed.

Seokjin smiled as he turned to face you.

"Puppy face... You can bathe or shower in this room whatever you decide. Use all of the bath products and just relax to allow the cold to leave your body. My sister-in-law is almost the same size as you. So I'll bring you some warm clothes. Just place your damp clothes in this laundry bag, and I'll put them in the dryer. There's a blow dryer for your hair. And there are additional towels on the rack. ---"He smiled down at you, softly touching your bare shoulder.

As you set the totebag on the chair in the corner of the room, you nod and thank him politely.

"I'll make us some food while you relax in the hot tub." You are free to take your time. Don't be in a hurry. Just take the same steps down and turn to your left to find my kitchen---" he explained.

Before he leaves, you grab his arm and say, "Seokjin, thank you for rescuing me... I'm not sure what I would have done if you hadn't shown up. Please don't go out of your way to prepare a large lunch because my phone drowned. "Japanese ramen will suffice," you say softly.

Seokjin smiled and caressed your cheek, making you want to melt.

"Puppy I'll make certain you're safe. Okay, ramen noodles, a dish of Greek salad, a small dessert, and a glass of sweet wine..." He winked at you, turned, and left you alone to freshen up.

You smiled slightly and gazed about the chic bedroom. You noticed a photo frame with Seokjin and his parents; you had seen this couple previously, his parents who attended his graduation. They were at the entrance to a yacht. They had big smiles on their faces. They appear to be quite delighted with their lovely youngster.

Omg! Given that this room is occupied, did Seokjin allow you to use his main bedroom? You noticed a remote on the side. When you hit the window button, shades were drawn over the windows. You smile, you don't like the freedom the room provides, but you'll be watchful.

You enter the lovely bathroom, which has the same color scheme as the rest of the house. You prepare a hot bath and add all of the essential oils and bath soaps. You also opted to wash your hair.

After you have undressed and placed your wet clothes on the bed inside a plastic laundry packet, you return to the bathroom and treat your tired body. You can't believe you've ended yourself in Seokjin's private mansion.

When you lie in the scented foamy water, you wonder what happened to SungKyung whom he dated for a year. Are they still together or have they broken up?

You sigh deeply and swear to yourself that you will not be open to love even if there is a young celebrity guy who relentlessly pursues you. Your therapist informed you that you quickly fall in love with 'love' itself and that you frequently lose sight of reality, which causes you to be wounded if love is not reciprocated.

After your soothing bath, you wrap a towel around your damp-washed hair and wrap yourself in a large fluffy towel. You made certain that the restroom was spotless before leaving.

Your skin is soft and warm. Outside, it was still raining. You smile as you approach the bedroom and see a cozy designer top and beige sweater leggings waiting for you on the bed.

You softly smiled as you noticed the garments were by a well-known designer. There were two extra dark sweater sets on the bed, as well as an unopened sports bra set. You pushed your lips together in appreciation of Seokjin's thoughtfulness.

You get out your makeup bag after blow-drying your hair and apply some moisturizer on your flushed skin with a little lipgloss. With a deep inhale of breath you slowly walk down the hallway. There were three ensuite bedrooms in this hallway. A private gym, a small library, and another private lounge.

Your eyes were enthralled by the luxury in this house. Expensive art pieces on the walls, huge mirrors, flower pots, etc.

You take your time walking down the stairs toward the TV lounge. Seokjin was seated on a sofa, his phone in his hand. He had a tremendous scowl on his face. He didn't appear pleased.

On the speakerphone, you could hear him conversing. It sounded like a female voice. When you heard the voice of the person you'll never forget, you came to a halt.

SungKyung...

You quickly turned around and stood against the partially hidden stair. Your breathing had become ragged.

Seokjin agitated: Sung, please realize that I'm not looking to rekindle any relationships right now. Especially when it comes to you.

SungKyung sounds desperate: Don't you think you're still too furious at me over something that happened 8 years ago? I adore you, Jin, and I'd like to meet with you to ask for forgiveness. You never answered my calls, but today you finally did.

Seokjin: I'm sorry, Sung. However, what you and your friends did was despicable, as was your execution of the threat. An innocent and hardworking student's life was ruined. You were harsh and vengeful.

SungKyung sobs: I'm sorry, Jin. I was sorely missing you. I'd like to see you again. Please let me see you.

Seokjin: I'm sorry, Sung. But please move on from me. You had two fiance's just get married to one of them and be happy.

Sung softly: You the one I love Jin... Please give me another chance. I'm moving permanently to Seoul. Please let's meet up...

Seokjin looked agitated: I'm sorry but I've moved on---

So there is somebody in Seokjins'life right now. You just shook your head almost feeling sorry for your college enemy.

You didn't want to be eavesdropped on any further, so you made your presence known.

"Seokjin?.... " you softly asked as you briskly came down the stairs. You pretended to look about the corridors until Seokjin noticed you and stood up with a smile.

"Oh there you are?" you say with a small smile.

"Ready for some hot ramen noodles---" Seokjin's demeanor suddenly brightens.

"Yup, ready as ever---" you nod.

He grabs your hand as if it were the most normal thing in the world.

"Jin, who is that?" said a booming voice inside the phone.''Are you with a woman?''

You could hear her frantic question. Who is the obsessive fool now? You just scoffed.

Your eyes widen as Seokjin fails to hang up the phone.

Seokjin shook his head and said, "Bye..." before hanging up abruptly. You inhaled deeply not wanting to get involved with Seokjins' personal life. You've learned a tough lesson. Stay away from unattainable guys even if they are very nice.

He brought you to one of the chairs arranged around an inviting table and opened the dish in the center of the table.

The spicy scent of authentic Japanese ramen entices you...

A/n Seokjin took Puppy Face home. But there is a new rival.

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1. What do you think about his PA?

2. Do you think Puppy Face will stay strong from falling for Jin again?

3. What do you think about Jin's attitude with Puppy's face?