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When the petals of the heart unfold, the fragrance spreads across the valley

- Amit Ray-

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Namjoon pov: Part 1

Namjoon looked sheepishly at the narrowed eyes of his best friend Mi-Young. He truly cannot explain what just happened with the platinum --beauty. For a moment he was hopelessly entranced by this girl. She mesmerized him with her beautiful Italian accent. Now he can understand why Italian is regarded as the best-sounding language. It is so romantic.

He quickly moved to his desk to escape Mi-Young's scrutiny. How can he explain to her what just occurred? He is a strong, rational, and focused person, but all of a sudden it's like he lost all sense of direction with this girl-woman.

Mi-young signalled at the door and looked at him with furrowed brows" Who...who was that? Joonie?

"Oh er...she is from Kwon-Petals. They just brought a gift from their er...grandmother. No big deal.' he smiled as he sat down and pulled some contracts towards him to keep his racing heart busy. O gosh, he almost savors the lips of this girl. They were so attracted to each other that he just lost his cool for a second. He needs to get his act together.

Mi-Young doesn't look too convinced," Oh, she is very pretty with that "dyed hair." She scrunched up her nose. The girl seemed to be all in Joonies' personal space. She hates girls like her. Over lovesick high schoolers.

Namjoon just snorts," She is quite a character. But enough about this strange girl. Do you need something from me?"

Mi-young inhaled deeply," Yes the contracts. Your mom needs it for final approval. We have a business meeting tomorrow morning with a new romance author. She wants her book to be adapted for a film too. So the team is busy reading the manuscript----" she sighed when she saw Namjoon's eyes glazed up, he didn't even listen to her. He had a weird smirk on his soft lips. Mi-young furrowed her brows. What is up with him?

"Joonie!!! "she shouts a little louder. His glazed eyes widened as he became startled as he looked at her annoyed face. A little faint blush was evident on his cheeks. Gosh...what the heck was he thinking? He didn't even hear a word she was saying, his mind was solely on the moment that transpired in his office. He needs to focus. Mi-young would not be impressed if she knew what he was fantasizing about the young girl. How old is she anyway?

"Sorry, Mi-Young. I was just thinking about our elusive author..." he quickly apologized when he saw her narrowed, suspicious eyes. He quickly rummaged through the folders on his desk to give to her. When he found it he smiled a charming dimpled smile and handed it into her hand," Here are some of the contracts...let my mom check it over. Especially the part of the royalties."

She pouts and takes it, and with furrowed brows, she glances through it. Just then his dear mother entered his office. All dressed up and looking classy and regal like always. He loves his mom even if she could be such a meddlesome woman sometimes. As the new head of his family, he had to relieve her from some stressful company responsibilities. Their company is one of the largest publishing houses in Asia.

"Joon did you forget our lunch date with Shanchai and her mother? You promised to take us out for lunch. Come! I've asked Yeri to reserve us a table at "La Yeon". We will pick them up at their Hotel. It's not far from their hotel." She smiled as Mi-Young bowed respectfully in a greeting. She looked at Joonie with raised eyes. Since when is Joonie so friendly with that clingy wanna-be actress-model?

Joonie doesn't look too eager for the lunch date. He knows their parents want to set him up. After his mother saw Yoongi's beautiful baby boy, she was adamant to get him married and settled. He doesn't want to be forced into anything, especially with that brat "Shanchai".

He looks helplessly at Mi-Young to rescue him from this forced luncheon.

She quickly looks at his mom with raised eyebrows," Oh my word! Mrs Kim...Joon has an appointment with the press, about the upcoming interview. I don't think we can work around it. He already postpones trice and we are already on hold...so..."

"There's always the next time, his mother says while waving her red-manicured fingers. Tonight, the mother of Shanchai will return. With her schedule in Seoul, Shanchai is still very busy. She needs Joon to be with her."

"Oh, my word, Eomma! There is a ton of work that needs to be done before the wedding of Jin's brother. Stop, please!" He glances at his mother in exasperation. He can't spare the time to watch over a spoiled brat. No thanks, she is a rash all over him.

"I'm sorry, but you need a life and Shanchai likes you. Stop being such a loser. The decision to go is final. Get your jacket-we're about to leave. She waves a finger at him as a warning before marching out the door, saying, "We can't let a lady wait."

Mi-young could see that Namjoon was astounded.

"She will never stop trying to set up dates for me. Jeez." Joon sighed deeply.

"Why don't you find a real girlfriend for yourself? It will deter your mother." Mi-Young offered with a cunning grin.

"Since when is my Eomma being kept at bay," Namjoon asked her with a sardonic grin. "I'm worried that she'll succeed in supergluing me to that obnoxious girl". He scratches his neck, showing how worn out he is.

"I apologize, Joon. Why don't we pretend to be dating", she says with a chuckle.

Namjoon shook his head and said, "It wouldn't work Mi, Eomma knows we are best friends and to suddenly date will put her on high alert of suspicion. Let me leave before my Eomma sends in an army to grab me". He offered Mi a nice smile while looking at his desk for his leather bag containing his things. He then swiftly greeted Mi and exited his office.

Mi-Young could sob in frustration. How painful must she strive for his love? She is certain that Joon is aware of her intense love for him, so why is he being so pig-headed? They might be a powerful couple.

She continued to stare at the door with her teary eyes. She has a sneaking suspicion that Joonie and that strange florist girl ..no. not! Without a doubt! She can't let strangers take him away. Yeji was something she could handle, but Shanchai and this weird girl made her feel uncomfortable.

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You were unsettled when you and Chiji arrived at the car.

When you reached it, you threw open the door and slit inside, and cupped your hot, heated face with your palms.

What happened just now? There was almost a kiss. You two were so attracted to one another physically, and if you hadn't been cruelly interrupted, you may have cherished the stolen moments in his arms. You slam your fists in frustration against the seat at your sides. Why wasn't there an opportunity for you to enjoy those luscious beast lips? You were both so willing to surrender. To calm your racing heart, you briefly closed your eyes.

Chiji slips into her seat and gives you an amused glance, before turning around and leaving the parking lot.

"Could you perhaps explain why you are so frustrated and red-faced?" As you observe her playful eyes, Chiji smiles. Her days have been filled with adventure ever since you came to visit. What transpired in the CEO's office caused a cousin to feel so anxiously excited.

"Chi, what the heck is going on with me? Why does Mr. Kim have such a strange influence over me? Why?" You say in a trembling voice.

While she was driving along the road, Chiji gave you a fleeting glance.

"What is it? Yeji tried to explain anything to me, but she was too excited. What occurred between Mr. Kim and you? "She asks with curiosity.

You now appear more flustered as you say, "He said I must prove that I am a true artist and not a pervert who felt him up--" You now appear irritated with Chiji, who has begun to snicker.

"It's not funny, Chi, he wants me to draw him without a picture, is it?"You slouch back and grunt loudly.

"I don't understand... It's not that complicated, so why the unneeded stress," Chiji said, her brows furrowed in confusion.

You murmur, "He wants to be the model. I had to sketch him right now. Chi, how will I manage it? Grama forbids me from getting too close to the CEO. And in front of him, I'm going to be a slime. What must I do?" You fidgeted apprehensively with your blonde plaits.

"Easy...just tell Gram the truth," says Chiji with a smile.

"Oh hell no! I can never tell grams that I want to dig that piece of succulent steak. How can I tell Gram we almost kiss---hey! watch the road!!! Do you want us to get killed!" You look at Chiji a little annoyed, when she almost swerved the car off the road.

With her eyes wide with amazement, Chiji forced the car to quickly halt by the side of the road. Was what she heard accurate?

"You did what?! "Chiji had trouble breathing as she started fanning herself.

"Yes, it was magic-like. "You cast a melancholy glance Chiji's way."After arguing, we entered one other's personal space. He smelled just divine, Chiji. I wanted to lick the scent off of his neck. You see her laughing heartily as you exclaim, "I was so turned on by him Chi, it's not funny!"

"You seem to be in love, and that's hilarious! "Chiji laughed out loud. You took a deep breath.

"Do you believe I'm insane? Chi, these feelings are so unfamiliar to me. Is this love? "Your brows are wrinkled as you stare at her in total perplexity.

"It's the initial awareness that you're in love. "Chiji looked at your dejected expression as you both knew this was pointless. Mr. Kim is way out of her league.

Chiji quietly sped to the local mall for a late brunch.

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Namjoon could only sigh as he and his mother entered the upscale "La Yeon" restaurant and noticed Shanchai and her mother seated at a table in the far corner.

"Oh, hi...there they are", his mother is waving at the duo. A waiter greets them with a bow and leads them over to the two women.

Namjoon made a small bow and slid the chair back so his mother could sit in it. The young CEO caught Shanchai and her mother's admiring gaze.

While three women appeared to be quite interested in Namjoon's motions, he felt uncomfortable sitting down.

"Namjoon, you appear dashing today. " Shanchai's mom exclaimed while pouting her rose-colored lips.

"Joons usually make a fashion statement", shrugged Shanchai as she studied him, thinking, "Gosh, he got sexier since she last saw him."

Namjoon just smirked and placed his orders with his mother while the two mothers got into a lively discussion.

Questions of every sort were being asked by Shanchai. Being in her company made him feel extremely drained out. She is incredibly gorgeous, and he cannot dispute that. With her fluttering eyes and pouty lips, she was doing all the flirting and luring him in. He attempted to be friendly and respectful.

Then, turning to him "Shan will put in three months of work on a film project. Only we are known to her, Joon. Take care of her, please." As the other two women smirked internally, she grinned warmly at Namjoon, who had wide eyes. They can't wait for the two of them to start dating.

"Eomma! When will I have time to socialize? Why won't you allow my sister and her to interact?" His desire to not be with this overbearing girl is strong. Right now, she seems innocent and at peace, but if they were alone, she would be clinging to him. He is short on time for this. He is aware that his mother and her parents are arranging a marriage for them.

How can he marry a girl he doesn't like? He doesn't even have the desire to touch her.

"Please don't 'Eomma' me. Find time for Shanchai too, just like you always make time to hang out with Mi Young. You must be a good "future" for her, in my opinion. Therefore, it begins today." His mother smugly claims that she is not in the least concerned about his gaping mouth.

He whispered and yelled, "W...WHAT!!! "

His mother taps him on the hand with a sweet grin "You were aware of my wishes. Will you refuse to grant me one more desire, which is to see you happily married to my friend's lovely daughter?"

Each beaming face caught Namjoon's horrified attention. Shanchai's mom's happy expression. The ecstatic expression on his mother's face and Shanchai, who appeared to have struck it rich. Although he loves his mother, this is too severe.

"I...I need to go," Namjoon said while standing up. "Please take my mum home safely...I have someplace to be," he said, turning to a startled Shanchai.

He exited after making a courteous bow. His mother appeared shocked.

She yelled after him in horror, "Joon! Joon." Why is her oldest acting so strangely these days?

He simply waved her off and stormed out of the place in a fury. How dare his mother make decisions for him?

He got into his sports car and headed straight for the Suray Hotel. There will be some Hyungs hanging out at Hoseoks' hotel. He has to relax.

He smiled while pulling out his phone and pressing a number.

He responded in a hushed tone when he heard a sweet voice," Hello "

"Be ready, I'm picking you up tomorrow at 9 a.m.," when he heard her breath hitched.

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A/n I hope you like this chapter. Thank you so much for all your support. Kindly give this book some love and don't be a shadow reader, comment, or vote so that I can meet you.

Question 1: Will Namjoon fall for Shancai's charms?

Question 2: How do you feel about Mi-Young at this stage?

Question 3: Will Y/N's feelings be one-sided or will Joonie return her feelings?