"A deal where you'd pretend to be my wife for more than three months." He replied with zero emotions.

How does he know about three months? "What are you talking about?" I asked, clueless, but he scoffed.

"Don't worry, Hoseok and I are friends... He already told me that you guys are in a fake marriage, and he'll soon end all of this."

His words shattered my heart into pieces. Did Hoseok really share all of this with him? Was I the only one who was starting to like him?

He still thinks it's all contractual.

"What I'm offering you is a very good deal for you... Once you leave Hoseok, maybe we can hit it off. I won't let you live in that 1BHK; you'll be in a big mansion... We can start with fake dating, and I'll cover all your expenses in return."

"Did Hoseok tell you that he pays my expenses in exchange for this marriage?"

"Obviously! How would I know all of this? I even asked him about this deal, but he said to ask you directly. That's why I know you guys have the last three weeks left."

My whole delusion is ruined. A loving husband? Good fortune? Hoseok doesn't even deserve to be called human.

"Think about it. We'll meet soon, and I hope that by that time, you'll be on your knee--

Before Do Hwan could complete his sentence, I was pulled by someone else. It took me a moment to register the owner whose possession I'm in.

It's Namjoon.

Do Hwan silently went off the stage now.

Namjoon did the same posture Do Hwan did before dancing. I am so out of words that I don't know how to ask what he's doing with me.

"Who the hell was he? And why were you dancing with him?" Namjoon inquires, staring at Do Hwan and then at me. I didn't answer back but moved silently.

"Look, miss, if you really think that you can use my brother for luxury and spend good time with other men, then you are wrong. If you're even a little bit inclined to hurt or use my brother's feelings, I will ruin your life without any mercy."

Namjoon keeps making his threats while my eyes spot Hoseok on the first floor. The door opens, and min-hee walks out; Hoseok comes out and pulls her back inside again.

I saw that scene for barely two seconds, but he was definitely Hoseok.

"You heard what I said? Clear your shits before I tell my broth--

"Do you even know where your brother is? Can you find him for me?" I asked, cutting his nonsense, which I think annoyed him.

After all, he is Kim Namjoon, the future CEO of a big textile company.

"He must be around here... Looking for you everywhere," Namjoon taunted me. This taunt changed my sadness into anger.

"Why don't you go to that room and see for yourself whether I'm the whore or your brother is Dick?" I pointed to that door, left the stage, and watched Namjoon heading upstairs in that direction.

Meanwhile, Do Hwan again took his place beside me. He offered me wine, which I thought to throw at his shirt but left it.

He acted the way I was presented to him.

A gold digger.

Someone who'd do anything to have an expensive life.

My brain is so Messed up right now, it'll be good if I Just leave instead. I opened my phone and see the time, it's almost 12am.

I decided to go home alone, my husband is with his girlfriend... Why should I bother them?

so I turn to leave but in my few steps I felt a sudden pull on my arm and I was forced to look back.

If it's do hwan... I'll kill him for touching me.

As soon I opened my eyes, hoseok came To my vision... with heavy breathing, panting, all red face.

"Wha--

My word were cut off by him suddenly pulling my neck and kissing me in front of everyone.

He deepen the kiss passionately yet trying to breathe properly. I am mad at him but this scenario may never come in my life again.

With that thought I kissed back Helding him more closer.

I'll take this as a goodbye kiss.

His lips Morpheus mine desperately but his gesture felt like he is showing this to someone.

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Author pov:

All the guests started to disappear as they finished dinner. You and Hoseok waited to have a family dinner which you weren't prepared for, but Namjoon made it happen.

Mi-ra was tired, so she went to sleep with her daughter.

Around the wide dining table, five seats were occupied, leaving two chairs as a gap between each. You intentionally sat across from Hoseok to avoid him.

The two seats beside you were occupied by Namjoon and beside Hoseok was his mother.

Mother is already warned by her husband to quietly have dinner without disrespecting hoseok wife.

Mr. Kim was situated at the center-right side, observing the two of you without being obvious.

Namjoon felt ashamed, realizing he had threatened you for no reason while his own brother was messed up. So he thought to apologize for his behavior.

Hoseok is aware that this dinner might end up in arguments again, but he had no will to prevent it. While others are eating, Hoseok is silently drinking alcohol.

"About earlier, I am sorry. I shouldn't have jumped to conclusions," Namjoon muttered towards you, but you didn't respond.

Not wanting to have communication with any present soul here.

After all, everyone here is unknown to you. The name-sake husband is as unfamiliar as his family.

Namjoon became embarrassed by not receiving an answer from you. Mr. Kim lost hope of his son being independent by observing the chemistry between you two.

After the silent dinner, you bid goodbye to everyone and left with the drunk Hoseok. They denied your request to let Hoseok sleep here, so you had to take him with you.

You take the driving seat and let Hoseok sit beside you. He reeks of alcohol but is too quiet to be noticeable. Not a single word escapes from his lips, while you're trying your best to contain your anger.

It's usually easy for you to hide your emotions; you've always done it. But this time, it's suffocating you from within.

You almost start the engine but stop the car, turning to him. He looks at you with a straight face.

There are so many things you want to know. "I just want you to answer my one question," you demand just one answer.

He nods, gesturing for you to ask while staring at your face.

"You kissed me to show your girlfriend?"

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(A/n: okay, she is being use now😭)