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When the petals of the heart unfold fragrance

spreads across the valley."

― Amit Ray

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Hoseok was still laughing when they got into the car. He was in stitches after what transpired in the shop.

Namjoon has never been speechless and helpless in front of a cute female before. His friend revelled that the girl was seducing him in front of everyone. He's excited to post the footage later today on the BANGTAN chat group.

Namjoon stares bemusedly at a friend. He looked completely out of it and said, "Please tell me; what happened inside there."

Hoseok laughed, "Ms Kwon's grandchild made you feel like a powerful man."

Namjoon's nose was scrunched up, "Do you make an effort to be funny, Hobi? It seemed weird... I was in a trance-like state."

Hoseok smirked. "I'm not trying to be funny, but it was amusing. In the clutches of beauty, you were helpless. Admit it, she sparked your interest...she was feeling you up, and I saw how much you like it." Namjoon only chuckled as he teased him.

Namjoon took a long breath and exhaled slowly, "I'm undecided about how I feel about women in my personal space. Her appearance, though, is unique, as are her blue eyes. Never before have I seen contact lenses that looked so natural, "He furrows his brows as he considers her cold, gentle hands. She unsettled something inside of him. This was the first time a woman had piqued his curiosity in this way. She was a bit of an enigma.

"You're not going to reveal anything to the BANGTAN bro's okay," Namjoon warned Hoseok. Hobi pursed his lips and remained silent. " Hobi!!!"

Hoseok chortles, "Come on, Joon, this is something worth sharing...The Hyungs desperately need some humour in their demanding lives."

Namjoon's lips were pursed."Why am I debating with you since you'll do whatever you want anyway?"

Hoseok smiled and bobbed his head. "Thank you very much. Please drop me off at the Suray Hotel please. I need to retrieve my vehicle as well as my sweetheart. She and my mother were both attending to a business function."

Namjoon nodded, "Now, let's see...Then I'll see you at the rehearsal dinner. It was a pleasure to spend time with you and Yoongs."

"It's always good to be together, "Hoseok said.

Namjoon drove up to the hotel's elegant entryway and parked just before the double doors that Hobi's doorman had opened for their boss.

"Thanks, bro...see you later and drive safely back home," Hoseok says with a smile and a pat on the shoulder. He exited and bowed.

Namjoon smiled as he made his way back to his penthouse, but on the way, he received a call from his mother inviting him to dinner tonight. Namjoon accepts the invitation but informs his mother that he will first return to his penthouse to relax.

His thoughts were absorbed by the girl he met in the shop as he went up tot the elevator leading to the floor. Shivers ran up his spine as he pondered how she placed her soft, cool palms on his skin. She had him enthralled. Her gaze was drawn to his face, his eyes, and the contours of his lips. She was almost about to kiss his lips. He would have captured those soft pink lips and kissed her with reckless passion if they hadn't been in front of an audience at the time. Namjoon swiftly shrugged off his inappropriate thoughts for the girl. What if she's underage? He'll die of embarrassment for having such illicit feelings for a high schooler. But, my, she's stunning. Her almost silver-white hair and those grey-blue pools in her eyes remind him of a stormy ocean.

What the hell? He must put the girl out of his mind. Next time, he'll stage a meeting, and Jin-Hyung can send Hobi to do business with Ms Kwon. When he thought about the owner, he nearly felt bad for causing her so much distress. She had taught her grandchild would ruin her reputation.

He was curious about his mother's and sister's plans for the day.

He's looking forward to seeing them. His father passed away from an illness two years ago. It was a challenging period for them all, and he was forced to assume the post of CEO of one of the most prestigious publications.

His mother was forever grateful, but he will never be able to pay back for her love. His criminal genre novels were adapted into action and adventure movies, and he aspired to be a full-time novelist. A German film adaptation of one of his books about industrial espionage is developing.

It's becoming increasingly difficult for him to unwind and spend time writing on his new project in his secluded condo in Phuket. He'll disappear for a few weeks, spending time alone with his books and thoughts.

After pressing his secret door and security passwords, he entered his penthouse residence. His penthouse is his personal space. He sold his former apartment a few years ago, and after assuming control of Kim Publishing House, his mother advised him to purchase a large penthouse where he could be alone and himself.

He didn't invite his girlfriends or dates into his area. His mother, sister, and best friend Mi-Young are the only women allowed in his place. He is fully aware that Mi-Young has feelings for him, but following his break-up with American Beauty, he has decided to postpone serious dating.

With a glass spiral winding staircase, his area is quite open. He has a charming lounge beside his cellar and an open plan television lounge near his kitchen. He loves how functional his penthouse is. He has three bedrooms, which are suitable for his family's visits. His sister enjoys staying over because her university is close to his apartment.

Namjoon sighed as he up the stairwell to his master bedroom. He despises clutter and strives to keep his personal space tidy and conducive to thinking. He sat on his red chair, removing his dress shoes.

He wonders if he will be able to refuse the dinner with his family. He began to feel the effects of exhaustion for the first time this week.

He reached for his phone and dialled his mother's number. His gorgeous Eomma picked up the phone but almost immediately he heard his young sister (yeodongsaeng) on the line.

"When are you going to arrive, Oppa? Eomma is making Jajangmyeon and Kimchi." She seemed to be enthusiastic.

"What is the purpose for this? Is there any reason to celebrate? "he asks. His mother appears to be entertaining guests. "Is there anyone coming to see Eomma?" He noticed Soo-Joo taking long breaths and whispering into the phone.

"Absolutely. Eomma brought her Taiwanese friends to supper in Seoul. Currently, I am helping eomma. Please come... She's probably trying to set you up once more. But have no fear, Mi-Young is also here." Softly, she whispered. Because he heard her flushing a toilet, it appears she is out of earshot of the guest.

He chuckled as he asked, "Are you in the restroom?"

"Don't be a fool when I'm using the restroom. I unwind by not conversing with my dumb brother. Of course, I'm on the loo. I quickly informed Mom that I needed to use the restroom. It'll seem unusual if they can't hear anything coming from the guest restroom. First, I'd want to give a warning..."

"Thank you, dear sis...I owe you an enormous debt. I want to reschedule the dinner. Tonight I'm completely exhausted. Is it possible for me to take a rain check so that Eomma can enjoy her guest? I'm not going to make good company. I'll be taking Eomma to lunch aboard Seokjins' yacht, so let her know, "He suggested.

"Oh, please take me with you. I'd like to see Taehyung. "As he heard the gushing for his younger friend, he sighed. It hurts him to see her get rejected by her crush, Taehyung because she is so enamoured with him.

"Forget Taehyung...he's back with his university girlfriend. Dilraba would be unimpressed if she saw her boyfriend's crush ." He attempted to urge her to move on.

"I genuinely hope he regains his memory and returns to Cha-young. She is more pretty and friendly. Dilraba is cold and arrogant." He heard her say with a sour tone.

"I understand, but it feels that it will never happen. It's been two years.He accepted it and moved on. So should you. You're already 22 years old. Find someone close to your age, "He reprimanded her.

"Joon, you're the worst. Love is a strange thing. You'll stumble across it when you least expect it.' Soo-Joo grinned.

He scoffs, "Yeah, I don't have time for such mundane feelings that cause you to act irrationally."

He doesn't have time for romance or love.

When his mother realized it was him, she grabbed her phone from his sister.

"What am I hearing? Are you not going to make it for dinner? What's the deal with that? "She shouts.

"Hello, Eomma. I just got back after a huge lunch with Yoongs and Hobi. I'm not hungry, and I'm a little tired." Namjoon attempts to save the situation. His mother is a hard person to convince. She has a cunning ability to see right through him.

"How about coming for an hour or two and seeing my best friend from Varsity days?" She travelled with her daughter, who will be shooting a movie in South Korea." she said in a whiny tone.

"I'm sorry, Eomma. Now I'm completely exhausted. Is there a better time for me to meet your friend?" Namjoon begged for mercy.

His mother lets out a long sigh. "My friend is quite excited to see you. She can't believe how big you've grown. Shanchai , keep in mind her daughter. We visited them in Taipei almost 12 years ago. You were 14 years old at the time."

Namjoon's brows furrow, "Oh, that daughter of your friend. Her daughter annoys me, mother. She would always barge into the room where I slept when we visited. I'm not fond of her. She even told her classmates that I was her long-distance boyfriend from Korea. They had believed her. That girl was a nightmare, especially once I developed feelings for her brilliant, nerdy friend."

When Namjoon hears his Emma laughing out loud, he becomes irritated."Eomma, it's not funny!"

"Shan, my son, was 12 years old at the time. She has blossomed into a beautiful young lady. She is a celebrity in her home country, and she is far too attractive...even for you. She has a thing for Cpop stars. Don't be worried. Just meet up with them...please don't hurt my feelings." Namjoon sighed as he realized he'd been emotional blackmailed.

He lets out a sad sigh. "Okay, that's it. In a few minutes, I'll be with you. And, no, Eomma, this isn't a joke. Please don't set me up with Shanchai ."

When he agreed to come over, his mother was ecstatic. Namjoon jumped into a cool shower and changed into some comfortable clothes.

He was on his way to his family's estate in minutes.

When they returned from a brief visitation in the United States, his father built this house for his mother. His mother admired the white house's classical architecture and wished to build a home in the same style.

When the gate is reached, It automatically opens. He drives in and parks around the corner in the designated space.

He notices a strange black SUV to his right when he turns around. His mother's red open coupe and his sister's Hyundai Santa Fe are also on the lot.

He stepped out of his car, hoping that the night would not be a disaster...

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