Can't breathe in the sunlight

Gotta hide your heart

Namjoon pov

The group was watching the news in their own private tv lounge. The debut of their much-anticipated new album generated a sensation both locally and globally. The news was first broadcast by a number of news outlets and media platforms, however, Bighit kept a tight lid on the specific release date.

Namjoon and the rest of the band were practising for about 12 hours a day in preparation for their upcoming tour, which will begin in the United States later this year. Namjoon and the rap line were in the studio working with major hit producers. They, as producers, were required to even provide input.

https://youtu.be/SEiT2mO97fA

Practice time is usually the most enjoyable. The Twin Soulmates, Jimin and Taehyung, even had some fun practising the rap line during rehearsals. Yoongi's antics in front of the mirror had them all chuckling.

Jungkook was texting on his phone while resting. He was busy with his secret relationship with Lisa from Blackpink, as the maknae-line knew. Jimin and Taehyung just exchange a hidden smirk. They're baffled as to why their maknae is so obsessed with the Blackpink maknae. Jungkook informed them that she had met her soulmate and that she and her Thai soulmate were spending time together, but that she did not want their kookie to leave her. Jungkook is only giving her some space, but they can tell it pains him a lot.

Yoongi and the rap line were having a good time practising in front of the mirror. They were giggling, joking, and bickering.

They had a very close rehearsal. The dance studios were inaccessible.

Jin leapt from his chair, his face flushed with exhaustion. "I'm going to fetch some lunch for us." He stretched himself out as he made his way to the exit.

Jungkook raised his head from his phone, a grin on his face at the prospect of food "This is fantastic. I'll join you. Jin-Hyung. Have the Noonas finished their cooking yet?" He can't wait to get his hands on some kimchi.

Jin chuckled "I'm not sure...but let's get out of here before we start rehearsing the second song. I'm already hungry, and I'm looking forward to seeing Sami."

On the fourth floor, the soulmates are all lounging together.

Jungkook and Jin hurriedly exited the room. They passed the lounge, where several of the soulmates were unwinding while watching Korean dramas. Akira (Jhopes girl) was plaiting Jiho's (Yoongis girl) long reddish-brown hair while Samiya (Jins'girl) was giving Yunru (Taehyungs'girl) a simple manicure.

Jin dashed in when his eyes zeroed in on where his soulmate sat, and she smiled broadly when he gave her a brief kiss. Jungkook did nothing but roll his eyes. This is a typical Hyung distraction.

"Wow, Samiya!" exclaimed Yunru while  Jin had cupped Samiya's face to give him a lingering kiss while she was busy painting her fingernails, and Yunru "Funsize" was grumbling incoherently about it.

While soulmates shake heads, the couple just grins at each other. In a public context, these two are the most fervent soulmates (only among the group). They're simply uninterested.

The rap line was resting on the dance floor in the dance studio, exhausted from a long rehearsal session. Taehyung, Jhope, and Yoongi snuck out to see their soulmates immediately. They require re-energizing after expending about half of their day's energy. They'll be taken home in a few minutes by Sejin and the management.

They've already decided to watch movies and order takeout. Bangtan was ecstatic because their week-long vacation had only just begun. The group will take a break after the weekend, with some soulmates spending time on an island. Taehyung and Yunru will pay a visit to Yunru's parents at the Beijing Lakehouse.

Jhope and Akira are planning a trip to Tokyo to meet Akira's siblings. They can't wait to meet the celebrity for the first time. They talk to him on Skype all the time and adore the cheerful young man who makes their baby sister so happy.

Yoongi and Ji-ho will spend a week on the yacht sailing from Korea to the Philippines. They'll be gone the following day.

Jimin will travel to Spain with his family.

Namjoon is planning a trip to Chili with his family, and he and Jia were chatting online.

Jia: Joon, I have a week off and would love to spend it with you and your family.

Namjoon: We're going to have a great time. I'd want to purchase more artwork. Are you coming to Korea this weekend? I heard you say you want to go to your grandparents' house.

Jia: Yes. I'll get in touch with you. Wow. You could have opened your own gallery with all those art objects that add to your apartments.

Namjoon: True, I hope you're okay with all that went down between us? We can't truly date any longer, Ji. Our 'relationship' is causing management to get suspicious. Ms. Cheong has already inquired about our relationship. Because they are so familiar with me and know I am hiding the truth, I had no choice but to lie. BangPD is going to call me it in a couple of days.

Jia: I'm sorry...but can't we date till you find your soulmate and I come with my late whisperer marks? Joonie Please don't dump me now, I'm not ready to let you go. I'm in love with you. It is quite difficult. Please allow me time to adjust to no longer being with you.

Namjoon : Jia-love. You already know how much I like you, but if my soulmate shows up there, I may lose all romantic feelings for you. Ji, I'm sorry if I've hurt you.  You're a part of who I am. You're one of my best friends. I want you to be a part of my life for the rest of my life. But I'm not sure if my soulmate will even let me see you. With you by my side, she might feel insecure. Jia, everything is so complicated.

Jia: Yes, I'm aware...but perhaps I'm too self-centred. What if you completely forget about me? You'll be so preoccupied with her that you'll have no time for me. When you get to the United States, you won't come to see me again. We won't have as much fun creating and collaborating on rap lines together. Joonie, I'm going to be so lost without you. I only want to do one thing: love you.

Jia's tone was deflated, and Namjoon could tell she was depressed. She is scared of being separated from him. Their connection has now lasted four years.

They continued to chat for a few minutes longer until Sejin entered and informed the band that they may depart earlier. Some of the trainees are being coached by Sungdeuk and the other dance instructors. The Band was served first by the Nonnas, and they returned to Presidents Hill with glad and contented hearts to enjoy the rest of the afternoon.

Before the group movie date, the soulmates hurriedly excused themselves and proceeded to their suites to spend time with one other. For nearly four months, Jhope relished every moment with his new soulmate. After the ordeal Akira had to go through, their love for each other grew stronger by the day.

>>>>>>.

Namjoon was apprehensive about speaking at UNICEF for the first time as a representative of the youth. The rest of his brothers were incredibly proud of him, and they were confident that Joonie would succeed. His intelligence is well-known around the globe, but he never brags about it. From the beginning, the Army stood behind them.

They had to fit everything into their hectic schedule for the coming weeks in order to prepare for the upcoming US tour. The tour's staff is ecstatic. The backup dancers were in the studio every day for 12 hours with the talented and focused band.

Their new upcoming world tour was covered by the international press. ARMY was ecstatic about the comeback. South Korea was hype up. Every news programme was filled with BANGTAN News.

https://youtu.be/tKJ_nzwkpmo

The month will be jam-packed with brand collaborations. Big corporations wanted to be a part of the BTS mania, thus they created BTS 21 characters. The band's popularity has recently risen.

Following this, it was reported that BT21's collaboration with Converse, an American footwear company, will be released on July 27th in Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China.

The boys were looking forward to their little break. They desire to spend time with their soulmates and loved ones. Namjoon will take his parents and Kyung Min, his 20-year-old younger sister, to Chile for a week of vacation. His mother is a realtor, therefore he even assisted her in starting her own agency. His father enjoys his career and took time off to spend with his family. Due to his imminent comeback and the US leg of the "Love yourself Tour," he hasn't seen them in person in months.

His family is ecstatic for their kid, who will raise the flag of South Korea with his debut speech at UNICEF, representing the world's youth. He is quite grateful to the management for providing them with a brief break before their hectic tour schedule in the United States.

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For the boys' soulmates, Bighit has already reserved special sneakers. The company spoils the girls, and the majority of them will join the boys on the American leg of the tour.

.....

Namjoon's "girlfriend" joined them in Chile for a week of vacation. They were all staying at the opulent Vina Del Mar.

Namjoon's mom was concerned about his friendship with Jia. Jia is more than just a best friend, she realized now. Her concern stems from the way they stared and smiled at one other. Even if he attempted to hide it, she knew her son was suffering soul mark attacks.

Jia loves her son with all of her heart, and as a mother, she felt it for Jia. Joonie would end his relationship with Jia if he meets his soulmate, she knows. He'll never turn down his soulmate. Hopefully.

However, given the amount of emotion invested in these two relationships, it will be heartbreaking for both Joon and Jia. Will Joon's love for Jia be enough for him to save their relationship?

They had a fabulous time in Chile for a few days. They went to many different places. KyungMin and Jia wanted to go shopping. Jia, together with his mother and sister, drove the rented car to the mall. They went shopping for cute clothing.

Namjoon spent time at the hotel's gym with his father. He enjoys talking to his father. His parents first discouraged him from pursuing a career in music owing to the insecurity of the arts, but he proved them wrong. They are now really proud of him, and he will attend their performance later this year.

Jia and his mother and sister returned in the afternoon. They decided to go for a beach walk. KyungMin didn't want to go but she and her parents wanted to go for dessert at one of the hotel's restaurants. 

Jia and Namjoon went to spend some time on the beach. She organized a picnic basket for them. The beach was secluded and they got a spot where they got to place their picnic set up.

Jia look so exuberant and happy as she pulled Namjoon up to go play in the clear water.

"Come on Joonie!"she pulled him laughingly to the water.

"I'm a little tired, my legs are sore from all the working out with my appa," he smirk, but lets himself be dragged to the waters.

They were laughing and enjoying the cool water on their bare feet. Namjoon felt so comfortable and relaxed. He really needles the little getaway.

Jia was laughing and running away from him as they splashed each other with water. He chased her down the beach because she splashed water in his face.

As soon as he caught her, he tackled her on the soft sand.

"I'm sorry, Joonie !please don't throw me in...forgive meeeee!"she was squealing with delight when he unceremoniously pick her up and ran with him towards the sea. She was wearing a white summer top and a pair of really cute, jeans shorts. "I'd like you to cool off." He says. They spent a few hours in the warm water together. 

In her cute one-piece swimsuit, Jia took off her top so she could tan a bit. Her hair was a mess of curls. She was growing out her short hair.

Namjoon was reading a book on the picnic blanket, munching on some fruit and filled crackers, next to Jia who was relaxing on her tummy, enjoying the heat. Jia loves the heat, so they set up an umbrella to protect themselves from the blazing sun rays.

Over her expensive sunglasses, she turned to face him "Joonie, thank you for bringing me along. I was in desperate need of a break. Away from the paparazzi and the buzz and bustle of Los Angeles. I miss being at home "she replies, her voice a little distant.

"We worked so hard and our schedules are tight... but it's lovely to be with you Jia, I missed you," Namjoon said with a smile.

She abruptly sat up straight and fixed her gaze on the man she loves.

"Joon I love you to death. Yes, I understand your position on finding your soulmate, but I'm here for you. Please be with me as I want to give you all of my love." She bit her lower lip nervously, holding her breath.

Namjoon took a deep breath, slid the book onto the blanket, leaned in close to her, and opened his strong arms to let her in. A wide grin appeared on her face as he grinned softly. She sat in his arms, cuddled. With affection, he gazed down at her radiant face.

"I love you, Jia, and you are well aware of my affection for you. Do you realize how much I had to retrain myself to be in your presence? I used to fantasize about having you in my bed. However, caution should be taken. You've been Tarnished for a long time. Getting too close to me can get you into a lot of trouble. I don't want you to receive a financial penalty.  On Tarnished, dating soulmarked, you can see how cruel the system is. All eyes are on us right now "As he stared down at her calculating eyes, he furrowed his brows.

Jia's lips were pursed, "Joon...it will be the highlight of my life to be with you, to have you for a moment. It will see me through the challenging years ahead. I'm smitten with you, Joon. I don't mind paying the penalty since it will be worth it." Through her long and thick eyelashes, she glanced at him.

Namjoon sighs, does Jia realize how close he is to succumbing to temptation right now? Especially when he's in such a relaxed physical state.

"Ji—-' he bit his lower lip as she gently touched his cheek.

"Let's make the most of what could be our final time together—-please," she said softly as she kissed him on the lips. Namjoon locked his gaze on hers as she drew his head closer and teased him with small pecks.

Joon was pushed over the edge by this small seduction. He knotted his fingers in her hair and pushed her face close to his, capturing her lips fiercely. They kissed each other with hunger and no regrets. Namjoon carefully positioned her on the blanket, her arms around him, and their kissing intensified.

"Let's go—-," Joonie exclaimed, breathing heavily.

..........

That afternoon, after...

Namjoon and Jia were engrossed with one other. The white-blue intimacy ritual was inevitably triggered. He granted Jias' final wish by giving her a valuable gift as a farewell gift.

They were laying snuggled in each other's arms, comfortable in each other's presence, after their intense fill of love.

Namjoon smiled tenderly in Jias' adoring eyes as he looked down on her flushed face and brushed her damp hair out of her face.

"Jia—-" he murmurs hesitantly.

To keep him from speaking, she put her finger on his lips "Don't. There will be no regrets.  We desired to be together. Joon, all you have to do is just  love me."

Namjoon took a deep breath as he gently caressed her bare arms.

He understood deep down that this folly would not be overlooked by the system. Even if he cherished every moment of their passion. None of them will escape this. 

.......

Joonie left a few hours later to prepare for supper at the fine dining restaurant.

That evening, Joonie's mother sensed something significant had occurred between her son and his "bestfriend." They appeared flushed and hyperaware of one another.

They each gave each other a subtle look that spoke a lot. KyungMin was simply smirking at her brother, who appeared to be unusually nervous. He and Jia were standing at the buffet table, sampling the different cuisines.

"Are you all right?" he asks quietly.

She smiles as she looks up at him.

"Yes, my body feels a little tight as a result of the intense workout...I'd be open to a follow-up session—- "She smirks a little flirtatiously. Namjoon smiled dimpled at her."

 "greedy much ."As she shoved his shoulder with a cute pout, he chuckled. She wishes to spend as much time as possible with him. It will be worth it if she has to pay the fine. She was overjoyed at the prospect of being so close to Joon.

She is hopeful that he will choose her after he has met his love.

The family ate their dinner in a leisurely manner. The waitresses were kind and kept their fangirling to a minimum. They were told not to get too close to the stars.

Some Chilian fans were ecstatic to see a more reserved Joonie and his bestfriend in the coming days.

Joonie and his family like visiting museums, art galleries, street cafes, and other cultural attractions. He spent a lot of money on art and gave donations to his favourite galleries. He and his family take a lot of pictures.

He got Jia a giant cuddly toy, and unbeknownst to the two of them, a picture was snapped of them when Jia unexpectedly wrapped her arms around him and kissed him. His parents just looked at the delighted "friends" and shook their heads.

...and that one image triggered a major reaction...

A/n. Gosh at last another update. I really hope you like the chapter and do not throw cellphones against the walls due to the fury of what Joon did.

 Shout out to all my Joonie-stans, who commented, voted, adds the book to their readers' lists.etc

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Thank you for staying with Moonchild.

1. Joon and Jia took their secret romance to the next level. Is Jia really going to let Joonie go?

2. How do you feel about Joonie sleeping with Jia?

3. Will it make his future soulmate's connection more complicated?

4. Will Joon truly abandon his soulmate after forming a physical connection with Jia?

5. What do you think his "future" soulmate will do if that photo goes viral on social media?