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The soul has words as petals-

-Edmond Jabes

The next day.

Namjoon planned to take the entire day off to spend time with his blonde friend. He phoned Yeji and assigned her some duties. Miyoung was unimpressed that their young CEO was making his rounds again.

"What the heck? Joon, your Eomma is going to be furious. Did you forget about the meeting with the new clients who rescheduled last week to see you this afternoon?"She sounded frustrated.

"Mi, you, and my Eomma are more than capable of sitting in and listening to their presentation. All you have to do is listen and propose a few illustrators. They may go choose which ones to utilize and sign a three-year contract. You don't need me there...I'm hanging out with the elites." As he paced up and down his enormous penthouse lounge, Namjoon reacted.

"Joon. I know you're fatigued and worried about your imminent engagement. But I need you to focus. I never truly see you again. You arrive early and depart by 10 a.m., then return at 4 p.m. and leave for home at 8 p.m.Your mother is beginning to grumble that you are slacking off. Are you taking a 'writing' break?" She was concerned.

"Mi, of all people, you told me numerous times that I'm a workaholic and that I need to unwind," Namjoon sighs deeply. "This is my way of being free and enjoying every aspect of life. Don't worry, I'm still interacting with all of the clients online and holding some important meetings via the Zoom platform. If you and Eomma are worried about the meeting, I promise to come in before 4 p.m."

Namjoon could hear her long breathe inhale, "Are...are you really with the Elites or Shanchai?"

She had a sneaking hunch that he wasn't with Shanchai or the Bangtan Elites. She couldn't help but notice how happy and pleased Namjoon was during the wedding. Vincenza, the platinum-blonde girl, had him completely enchanted. She kept a close eye on him and the blonde at the wedding. He was having so much fun on the dance floor that she noticed him dragging the blonde away from the fireworks after a while.

Miyoung knew the girl, Vincenza, or Frosty as she called herself, had crept deep into her best friend Namjoon's heart, and even if he is in denial, she as a woman who loves him can see the brightness in his eyes whenever he follows the ethereal beauty around with eyes filled with adoration.

Namjoon and Frosty stayed together for the remainder of the evening after his mother and Shanchai left for work. She knows she was her curious self as she stealthily followed the chuckling pair up the stairs and when she hid behind a pillar in the hallway, she saw how Namjoon led the joyous blonde into a room, which was his assigned bedroom on the yacht. That made her realised with an aching heart that this Frosty and Joons relationship is more than meets the eye.

Namjoon laughed slightly. "No, don't be concerned Mi, I'll be fine. If you require any information about the clients, Yeji will provide it to you. Please excuse me now, Mi. I have an appointment at 10 a.m.Inform Eomma I'll do my best to make it for you to the meeting..."He sighed deeply. Can't he just take a break?

Mi-young huffs a little. " Why are you so mysterious? Please try a little harder to be here, Joon.'

"I'll see you, Miyoung," Namjoon remarked with a breathy laugh. Until later. Bye!"

"Gosh, Joon, really!" she exclaimed, hearing her grunt anxiously. Namjoon just smirked and hung up the phone. He is unwilling to disclose his whereabouts to anyone. His rendezvous with Frosty must be kept a secret.

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Namjoon smiled as Frosty jumped into the car and as he picked her up at home. Her grandmother went early to KWON Petals and started another successful order.

She grinned up at his amused expression.

"I'm quite excited to spend another week with you. Aren't you going to work today?"she inquire, her sparkling blue eyes widening in his velvety chocolate brown irises. Joonie is so hot that she could just flushed as she remembered how scandalousshe was on Saturday night .She had no qualms about expressing her growing affections for him. She will never apologize for loving him, even if he does not love her back. His crumbs are better than nothing.

Namjoon smirks, his deep dimples enticing her: "The entire bridal party decided to spend today together just to relax. But I'd prefer to see you instead. I'll drop by the office later," he replied, his eyes twinkling when he spotted her contented grin. What he would give up just to be with her.

She quietly chuckle. "Wouldn't your friends, feel bad that you've decided to be with me? "her lovely blue eyes were worried.

He only shook his head as he successfully maneuvered the car back onto the main road. As Frosty pulls out her crumpled bucket list, the atmosphere in the car is so serene and relaxed.

"Mine is in my bag pack; let's use yours. I'll only highlight what we did today, "He took a quick glance at you. Namjoon's breath caught in his throat as he observed how youthful and gorgeous she was.She was dressed in a white pleated mini skirt, a white tank top, and a shiny metallic black midriff leather jacket.

Her long, slender legs are toned, and she wore white and black Converse sneakers. Her platinum blonde locks were tied back in a messy ponytail. She had a goofy grin on her face as she studied the list.

"So, bucket list manager, what are we embarking on today?" Namjoon smirked, looking at her with a raise eyebrow.

"I know it's early, but luckily we're going to have our breakfast," she giggled. "I've heard there's also a cute ice cream shop in the Gangnam neighborhood. This is known as Bistopping. They make the cutest whimsical ice cream with the most imaginative toppings. Let's go there, please..."She said it with joyfulness.

Namjoon chuckled, wide-eyed: "Oh, my gosh, Frosty, ice cream at 9 a.m. for breakfast." He was dumbfounded.

She give him a deadpan expression and exasperatedly blows out her breath. " Yes! You should venture further into the unknown. Joon, with all due respect. You lead quite a boring life."

He gave you a deadpan expression and asked, "Say what?"

She laughed as she ignored his deep frown. "Don't look surprised. You already know it's true. So I came so that you may have fun and fun more abundantly. Well, I noticed this parlor once with Chiji, but we never got around to visiting it. You'll enjoy it, you'll see."

She smirk and gave him the cutest aegoys.

Namjoon felt like he was drowning in her infectious and adorable smile. He can't be upset at her. She just state her honest opinion. Being in this situation with Frosty will be mental anguish. Her allure grows stronger by the day, and the more time he spends with her the more lethal her mere presence becomes.

When she saw the cute ice cream shop, she bounced up and down in her seat. Excitedly motioning at the small shop.

"Stop...stop! It's right there! Oh, Joon, we made it just in time."She yelled, smacking his muscular thigh with her palm. Her blue eyes glistened in his pleased gaze. Namjoon simply shook his head affectionately as he searched for a parking spot near the shop. He expertly parked the car and opened the door for Frosty, who couldn't wait to get some ice cream. He recently discovered that Frosty enjoys everything sweet.

12. For breakfast, have some ice cream.

So early in the morning, the shop is rather vacant. Namjoon felt awkward when Frosty hauled him inside the shop by his wrist. The shop resembled a factory shop and the delicious, sweet aroma slapped Namjoon in the face. There were intriguing chocolate-dipped cones adorned with all types of candy decorations.

The shop assistant smiled brightly as she explained the different ice cream flavors, the types of cones, and the various assorted toppings.

Namjoon smirked as he noticed Frosty's enthralled eyes and gleeful actions. She looked radiant as she urged Namjoon to make his decision.

Frosty's external appearance captivated the shop worker. She couldn't believe how stunning Frosty looked with her platinum blonde hair and sea-blue eyes. Her eyes sparkle as she glances at the couple, who appear to be madly in love with each other.

Namjoon smirked as he grabbed a menu and browsed the few ice cream options. He told Frosty what he liked. He never had ice cream for breakfast.

"Can you please give me the caramel and chocolate-flavored ice creams for this gentleman and a vanilla and tangy lemon mix together for me?" she firmly ordered. "I'd want cone 6 in blue mermaid sprinkles and cone nr. 5 with the flowery caramel for Joonie."

Joonie just nodded at the smirking cashier as she prepared their order. Her eyes sneakily stare at the handsome guy who seem so enchanted by his 'girlfriend'.

You could pick any decor toppings.

Namjoon chose the eye glasses with seashells and some dessert cactus decor. Frosty chose the Korea sign, red lips, flowers, and assorted hearts.

The ice cream was tasty but very pricey. Frosty takes selfies with the ice cream, and she wants to send Pablo some pictures she took in Seoul.

Frosty took out her whimsical pen, and they both ticked things off their bucket lists.

Namjoon grinned when he spotted something they could do also. Not far from them, across the streets, was a tranquil park, so he grabbed Frosty's hand and pulled her gently behind him.

Frosty's eyes widen as she gets distracted while biting pieces from your ice cream decor. "Joon, where are you taking me? The car is that way." She looked puzzled back to the car across the road they were crossing.

"I know, sweetie, but it's an item on our bucket list. "Walk hand in hand and enjoy nature," he smugly stated.

Her blue eyes widen. "Oh!"

"Yes, so let's enjoy walking around the park and seeing some of the cherry blossoms in bloom inside." He smiled at her excited demeanour.

"Yeah! I LIKE THIS SO MUCH!!" She giddily squealed as she tightened her grip on his hands as he intertwined their fingers.

13. Walk hand in hand and enjoy nature.

When they reach the pathways of the park, they just silently walk and enjoy their ice cream. Namjoon inhaled the floral scent of the trees, and he couldn't be more grateful to this small and beautiful girl who made him realize there is so much more to life than making money and working hard. He never had time to enjoy the simple things in life.

They found a cute, greenish-painted wooden bench under a tree, and they decided to sit and enjoy a few minutes of tranquility. Listening to the sounds around them.

He and Frosty finished their ice cream in silence. Smirking softly at each others'close proximity on the bench.

He suddenly pulled you against him so that you could snuggle under his arms. You grinned happily. He was embracing you tenderly as you both watched some kids playing in the park. A couple that stood far away, sweetly kissing each other, and three older grandfathers that laughed heartily at one of their friends' jokes. The atmosphere was so serene.

She tighly closed her eyes and enjoyed Namjoon's tantalizing cologne. Her arms tightly snaked around his waist, with her blonde head gently resting on his chest.

Furrowing her brows deeply as she lifted her face to look at his questioning eyes on her.

She inhaled deeply and said, "Joon. I'm sorry for what happened on the yacht. I don't know what came over me when I practically jumped you. Please don't think bad about me."she pinched her lips in renewed embarrassment.

Namjoon smiled softly as he caressed her flustered cheek with his thumb. "I'm sorry to Frost. I was supposed to think soberly rather than lead you on like that. It takes two to tango. I'm sorry for hurting you with my words. I just want to be the mature guy and protect...your virtue , and don't worry, I don't think bad about you."

She smiled with a deep sense of relief and nodded, inhaling deeply. "Joon, would you be mad if I asked you something personal?"

Namjoon furrowed his brows, a little apprehensive. "Er...no!"

She inhale deeply, smiled softly and asked," Do you still love Celine after all these years?"

Namjoon was taken aback by the unexpected question. His eyes darkened a little as she looked at him expectantly with bated breath.

He sighs, but she can see the difficulty in his breathing. "Maybe a small part of me still loves her. She was my first serious relationship. My uni-sweetheart."

He looked down into Frostys' troubled blue eyes.

Frosty breathes in deeply, "So if she wants you back for any other reason, will you reconsider taking her back?" She strangled the words out, watching the range of different emotions on his handsome face.

Namjoon visibly gulped. Will he renew his relationship with Celine? She is the woman who still owes a huge part of his heart. He doesn't want to hurt Frosty with his confession.

With a little scoff, he answered softly, "No, we are different people right now. She made the choice to leave Korea-and me. She is my past Frosty. She moved on with her life."

But she bit her lip with a deep sigh, realizing that there was more than a part of Joon that might still love Celine. A flash of pain sliced through her heart as she were even hesitant to ask Joon about his wedding date.

Yeji and Chiji were very careful not to reveal to her the exact nature of his relationship with that beautiful girl. She was gorgeous, and she was told that the girl wanted to date Joon.

She is sorry to say but she didn't like the girl one bit; she looked too full of herself, clinging on Joonie the whole time and when she even found out that the girl vying for Joonie's attention is an actress, she was nervous that he might really like the famous girl. She also saw the woman who was apparently his mom; she looked so intimidating and instilled an unknown fear in her.

Namjoon immediately smirked, "Does that answer your question?"

Frosty just nods absentmindedly, "Yeah...but let's get moving and complete the task on our bucket list...I have another idea. Come!" She jumped up, not wanting to ponder about who Namjoon was seeing right now. Today, he is hers; she imagines him as his 'boyfriend,' and then she pulls a stunned Namjoon behind her.

Near where they parked the car, there was a small gift shop. Namjoon just smirked as he walked in behind Frosty. It was a small gift shop with beautiful little things for offices or even houses. He looked questioning at you.

What on earth are they doing here? He hasn't found anything on his bucket list that they could do here.

"Frosty?" He asked, hesitant, as he watched you stroll from aisle to aisle.

He comes to a halt as you stop in the aisle for office supplies. Her coral-pink lips curved into a wide smile as her gaze was drawn to a charming pastel-colored vase with flowers on the bottom rack.

He smiled,shaking his head.

She just chuckled loudly as you bent down and picked up a pretty pastel-pink vase with gorgeous flowers, she turned to him with laughter in her eyes," This is called a pink Anthurium flower- recognized as some kind of flamingo flower for its unusual pink tint. "Buy a plant for your desk" is on our list. So consider this my office desk gift for you. Here...take!" she held it out to a flabbergasted Joon

Her eyes were bright with mirth.

14. Buy a plant for your desk

As she places the small pink vase in Namjoon's palm, his eyes enlarge. Oh, my goodness. Frosty!!! Will he be forced to put it in his office with the dark accents? This plant will stand out as a toothless mouth. His mother and MiYoung will scoff at him for this girlie gift, not to mention his Elites. They'll have a field day and figure out who the culprit is. Frosty!

She cocked your head, "Joon. If you think you're going to decline it, forget it. You'll put it in your dull office. It will make your day brighter. So suck it up. "I'll get it for you---"

Namjoon appeared embarrassed, much to the amusement of the cashier, as they stood where Frosty wanted to pay."...I...didn't say anything!" he said.

"Well, you said it with your face...it's a gift, and you'll accept it graciously. And I'll ask your PA, Yeji, to see that you take care of it. I'll kill you if it dies on your watch." She smiles smugly. Namjoon appeared defeated, but as he has grown to know Frosty. She will not accept no for an answer.

As they bowed to the snickering cashier, he nodded and gently took the small vase from her outstretched hand. They left the shop after Frosty paid for the item. Why can't he say no to this stunning blonde?

"All right, now you get to decide what we should do next. After that, I'd like to eat real food," she clasped her hands, returning her gaze to the bucket list. With a giddy smile,she gave Joonie a look. "Because your list is still deep in your bag, you can choose an item from mine. Heaven knows, I suppose you misplaced or lost it."

Namjoon sighed profoundly but handed Frosty the flowers to keep while he examined the list. Glancing at Frosty's wide eyes, he cracks a broad grin. "Come on... next... spending time at an aquarium..."

"I put that on? Oh, my goodness. Wow! I had never been to the aquarium in Seoul before! So, what are we waiting for? She looked super excited to visit the aquarium as she leapt up and down in delight.

Namjoon chuckled as he took her hand and led her to the car.

15. Visit an aquarium

Namjoon escorted you to the largest COEX Aquarium, located inside COEX Mall in Gangnam and is one of Korea's largest aquariums, housing thousands of fish and sea creatures in 90 different tanks.

The aquarium was located in the mall's basement and featured over 600 species of marine life and 40,000 plants from Korea and around the world.

You and Joon were wearing sunglasses and walking together with your hands interlaced inside. Namjoon purchased your tickets.

Namjoon smirked as he watched your delighted expression. He read from the visitor brochures, "This COEX Aquarium has at least six themed areas. There are fourteen discovery zones, including the Inca Empire, Amazonian World, Seven Seas, Ocean Kingdom, Marine Touch, and Undersea Tunnel."

"Let us travel to the Amazonian world... I remember going on vacation with my mother when I was thirteen. She was on a job assignment to shoot three-toed sloths. They are adorable creatures." You pondered.

"Wow. You should tell me more about your mother's adventurous lifestyle and career" He expressed interest as you advanced from these areas to the area you desired to explore.

Because you were in the mall, you decided to go have lunch after the aquarium visit. You took numerous photos of the two of you, making poses.

You and Joon were walking to the massive food court, chatting comfortably. He enjoys being with you. You were joking and laughing. Namjoon looked at ease and carefree, and you enjoyed watching him unwind in this manner. He was telling you about an idea for a crime novel he was working on.

"...it will take place either in Poland or maybe---"

"Oh, my goodness! Namjoonie!!" an angelic voice exclaimed in awe behind the two of you!

Just then, a stunned Namjoon halted in mid-sentence as you stared in astonishment at his widened eyes and how his face drained of blood...

A/n So, sorry for the late update. I hope you liked this chapter.

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1. Who do you think is that mysterious voice?

2. Do you think Namjoon might still love Celine?

3. Do you think Mi Young like Frosty better than Shanchai?