Hiroshima: Green Arena

The show sold out and was a big success. Bangtan couldn't be happier to have such a strong fandom standing by them in the face of haters and those who sought to trash the group's names and reputation.

The boys simply tell Jimin to forget about the dating scandals, focus on the show, and try to have an enjoyable time on stage.

Taehyung was overjoyed since everything had gone so well between him and his soulmate. Everything was settled, and he and Little Funsize were as close as they had always been.

His performance was on par, and the Hyungs were glad that he appeared content and joyful. Jungkook informed them that he and Funsize were online till after midnight. They were skyping, but Funsize's laptop camera was broken, so she could only see him; he couldn't see her and had to rely on her audio voice alone.

Jimin and Jungkook even communicated in Japanese with their J-Army. The atmosphere in the arena was electric. The shouts and fan chants remind the boys that their ARMY is still with them.

When they return to SEOUL, they just recuperate in the charter, so delighted and full of serenity that Hiroshima ended on an unforgettable note. With a sold-out event that blew the minds of the entire media as well as adversaries who worked tirelessly to smear their names and reputations

They once again demonstrate that Bangtan was on its road to world dominance.

Taehyung sat next to Jimin in the charter after they had finished their lunch. Jimin was dozing off with his eyes closed.

Taehyung asked Jimin, "Chimmy? Are you all right?"

Jimin nodded and slowly opened his eyes, saying, "Yeah...I'm fine. It's just that I can't stop thinking about Ruby. I really miss her. I couldn't sleep last night after the concert. I couldn't stop thinking about her, and I was triggered by some ARMY that dyed their hair red. I was constantly afraid that I had spotted her in the crowd." He looked deflated all of a sudden.

"You will meet again if you are destined to be together, just hang in there, "Taehyung reassured him by pressing his hand.

"We'll see," Jimin says distractedly." I've never had such strong feelings for a girl. Oh my goodness, TaeTae. I've met a lot of Tarnished girls, but Ruby blew my mind. I adore her, and now she will forget about me. Management forced her to get rid of all of our memories together. It's so...difficult, you know."Taehyung could see the unshed tears in his 'twin' just staring at him. Their Chimmy wasn't ready to let go, or he couldn't get over Ruby.

"I understand, Chimmy," Taehyung said, his face mournful. "I foolishly assumed that Funsize no longer loved me, but everything has been resolved. As a result, you and Ruby will cross paths. She cares about you. We could see the agony in her eyes when she denied your involvement. I believe she was trying to protect you."

Jimin just shakes his head. He knows Ruby will leave him, and he purposefully hurt her. Why would she bother waiting for him? She is stunning and talented. Maybe her ex-boyfriend will rethink things and reunite with her.

Thinking about her wounds his heart, and he doesn't want his brothers to think he's incapable of dealing with lost love.

Jungkook greeted them with a bright smile. He noticed how deflated the eldest maknae was.

"Chimmy.Taetae, do you want to play an online game?" Jin-hyung and Hobi-hyung are finished with the cooking series. Come! "He motioned with his eyes to the charter's unoccupied lounge area.

Jimin took a deep breath as Taehyung nodded and drew Jimin up to join them. He needs to get out of his gloomy mood. A few games might keep him from overthinking and missing his Red.

Jungkook smiled as his hyung followed him to the lounge.

A very joyful group returned to Seoul, with the airport packed with fans eagerly awaiting the group's homecoming.

Back home, they put on an entertaining show for FESTA 2017.

.....

The group was already nervous when they were notified that BangPd wanted to see them after rehearsals. It could be anything.

Taehyung sighed as they entered the large private elevator. "Perhaps it's because of that viral Funsize video from a week ago," he speculated, looking warily at the boys.

Seokjin shook his head. "That was quickly resolved, and our show was a huge success. Our staff is secure, J-ARMY, unfazed by the outrageous media attention."

Namjoon squeezed his shoulder and murmured, "Don't worry too much, Tae."

Jimin was still concerned. "Do you think anything else came out of the dating scandal? Perhaps new footage of Ruby and I will appear in a Korean magazine?" Is it possible for his life to become more complicated?

Jungkook grinned. "Stop looking for ominous things that aren't there. Joonie-hyung, how did Bangpd-nim sound? Was he worried, excited, or angry?"

"Like usual," Namjoon murmured, furrowing his brows. "I didn't notice any negative emotions in him. And Sejin always let us know if it was something significant. He can't think of anything unusual. FESTA was a great success. The Army enjoyed the interaction, and the mv by V and RM was well appreciated."

"We're here," Taehyung said with a smile". Just keep your cool, brothers. Perhaps it's good news."

"I'm hoping it's not a meeting with my soulmates' agency," Yoongi stated." I'm not in the mood to meet with their CEO. I need to mentally prepare myself," he murmurs gently in the back of the elevator.

"Oh, the plot thickens, I can't wait to meet her," Taehyung smirked. "Will it be next week? Yoongi-hyung, since she has an agency and is a debut actress, must be well-known."

Yoongi smirked and added, "Yep, I'm not telling. She'll be at her best friend's wedding this weekend."

"Are you sure she's not one of the Blackpink girls?" Jimin chuckled." Don't imagine the Maknae-line sits with their ears closed. Seokjin speculated that it could be Jisoo—but who is the debut actress? Right now, there are a lot of them."

There were audible gasps when the seven boys walked down the corridor to the CEO's luxurious office.

Yoongi looked betrayed to his Hyung and exclaimed, "What the heck, Seokjin-hyung!"

Seokjin shrugged, unbothered by Yoongis' stinky look: "Sorry. I had no idea Jimin was near eavesdropping on---" he deadpanned at a pleased Jimin: "...Adult conversations!"

Jimin broke out laughing. " Nothing was discussed behind closed doors. You were meant to make sure we weren't listening, but after your steamy make-out session with Samiya, you spilled the beans when she asked you "so nicely."

The maknae-line sniggered in their fist as Jimin looked unbothered by the looks he got.

When Yoongi gave him a look, Seokjin flushed bright red. " It was not supposed to be known by the bells. I want the Bells to meet her, not speculate on my relationship with a member of Blackpink. Jennie is already a pain. Oh, Seokjin-hyung. When Samiya seduces you with one fatal kiss, you'll disclose all our men cave' secrets." When the maknae began to snicker at Yoongis' tongue lashing, Yoongi just clicked his tongue.

"Don't worry, Funsize doesn't know," Taehyung said softly. "So it may be Jisoo---?" When Yoongi gave him a dirty look, he quickly pressed his lips shut.

"Stop speculating; we'll all meet the elusive Bell next week," Hobi grinned. "I'm sure you'll all be astounded."

Hobi could easily smirk because he is the only one who knows who Yoongis' soulmate is.

"I'm sure she's a lovely girl," Jungkook replied quietly. "Whether it's Jisoo or not! So long as Yoongi-hyung isn't Mr. Grumpy Pants anymore."

The group just snickered at Yoongis's face, who wasn't impressed by the obvious leak of his soulmate's "near" identity.

 BangPds beautiful PA smiled brightly at the Ot7 who came in, bickering and bantering as usual. They all bowed, and she led them into the big mahogany double doors. Their CEO sat behind his shiny desk. He was on the phone, but his demeanor looked relaxed and happy. He gestured for them to make themselves at home on the leather sofas. They looked at each other with surprise. 

Bangpd-Nim looked fine. Relieved smiles were shared by the group. When Pd-Nim was done with his call, he smiled at the nervous boys. 

They all stood up and now respectfully looked at the father. "Welcome back, boys. Sorry that I couldn't welcome you back two days ago. I had a very important meeting to attend to, but congrats on a successful Hiroshima show. Amid the controversy we raised to conquer," he smiled widely at the group, who clapped their hands elated. 

Namjoon smiled, "Thank you, sir, management did an awesome job...protecting us and Jimin." 

Jimin looked a little uncomfortable as he was fidgeting in his seat. Taehyung had to pat him on the knee to calm him down. 

BangPd looked at their chim "Jimin.I know you feel bad that you caused another dating scandal but don't. Haters will always seek dirt to discredit the band. From now on, please be careful with your interactions with the opposite gender, which will spark unnecessary media outrage. Especially the mated boys. You are forgiven as you didn't know the Aussie paps.."

Bangtan smiled widely at a relieved Jimin, who inhaled deeply, delighted that it was no longer an issue.

"Thank you, sir," he expressed gratitude.

"Tae, I believe you and Yunru are back on solid ground after the viral video," he stated to Taehyung. His friendly eyes looked concerned through his wire-rimmed glasses.

"Yes, sir," Taehyung said, nodding. "It's all taken care of. Thank you for once again protecting my soulmate."

Bang nodded and stared warily at Yoongi. "Congratulations, Yoongi, on finding your soulmate. I believe you two are red-gold. So you realize why we need to update your invirso? We've already scheduled a meeting with the right people to keep your bond concealed. Yunrus' schedule was extremely tight a few months ago, but she will be able to spend a few days in Seoul now that her finals are over. Samiya will join the two girls for dinner. "

For a couple of years, Samiya was the only Belle who constantly have dinners with Bang and his wife and she always come back a little more spoiled than before.

The boys smirk as they gaze at the ecstatic mated members.

"Do you think Yoongi-hyungs girl might be really famous or not?" Jimin asks Jungkook in a soft whisper.

"I don't know, it seems like it," Jungkook grinned back softly. "How come she works in a coffee shop in Las Vegas? Is she an average Asian girl, or is she famous Jisoo?"

Jimin shook his head. "I'm so confused right now. Let's wait and see."

The boys were discussing upcoming rehearsals with BangPd.

"I wanted to tell you, boys, this," BangPd grinned. "You will have a couple of days free to spend with your family or simply rest at home. After then, the tour to Nagoya will begin. So relax. Enjoy your time with your soulmates, and after the Japanese tour, we might let you all go to an island resort and shoot a wonderful summer vacation segment for RUNBTS."

The boys jumped up and hollered loudly, bumping their fists and high-fiving each other. What a lovely treat to take a break from the itinerary. Taehyung smiled, saying he can't wait to get home and spend time with his family.

Seokjin has already considered taking Samiya to Busan to spend quality time 'alone' with her at his Busan penthouse.

Yoongi just wanted to catch up on his well-deserved sleep until his Soulmate is done with her hectic Blackpink uni festivals performances, modeling shoot, etc. 

Then she will be back for the meeting and they can spend a day or two on his yacht after meeting his parents and her dad. She is still a little hesitant for him to meet her biased mom and scatterbrain twin- Jisoo. Then the dreaded highly anticipated meeting with Bangtan. 

 Jimin and Jungkook will go to Busan and spend time in Jimins'new Beach condo.

Namjoon will meet with Jackson and a few idol friends at a resort. He hadn't spent time with his squad since the beginning of the wings tours. 

Hoseok will return home to see his sister and her mate. BBQing and spending time with his family. His sister informed him that his Eomma and his ex-girlfriend's mother had restored their friendship. He hopes his ex-girlfriend and ex-best friend aren't attempting to entice him back into friendship because he's had enough of them.

They thanked BangPd, and each of them received a lovely monetary gift as a small allowance for their vacation—nearly 700,000 won each.

The boys couldn't stop smiling as they thanked BangPd and left the office in great spirits.

Taehyung is so excited that he promptly called his pilot and decided to pack his luggage. Because he made the decision to surprise his family with a short visit. He had already learned from his sister that the family was just relaxing at home after she completed her final paper. He's missed his family terribly, and he'd like to go explain the misunderstanding with the viral video.

He might even surprise Yunru. She and LiuMei, on the other hand, will be in Seoul next week to join them on tour. He misses his girl terribly.

He should contact her when he gets back to the mansion and just shower her with loving affirmations. He felt terrible for making her sad while he was ghosting her.

He couldn't help but smile as the boys climbed into the black SUV vans transporting them securely home.

Jungkook and Jimin have already agreed to leave straight now. Some of the Hyungs will go in a day or two, but the Maknae line wants to leave as soon as possible.

.......

In his room at President Hill

Taehyung sat on the bed with one of his GUCCI bags, taking some of his folded items and meticulously packing them in the bag while talking to Yunru. He told her about the success of the Hiroshima show, How cute Jungkook and Jimin were speaking Japanese, How J-ARMY sold out the Green Arena, and the lovely time they had.

He was staring at the black screen and he sigh deeply.

"Baby, don't you want me to buy you a new laptop?" Taehyung grins as he speaks to his sweetheart from a black screen. "I know all of your data and schoolwork are on it,  we can get an IT specialist to transfer all your info on your new laptop..."

Her beautiful voice may be heard clearly over the screen: "No baby, too much hassle. My old laptop is one of my favorite things. Shelby
and Zhang-Wei went out and got it for me. Perhaps it's something minor. It could be the camera's lens. MingMei must have fiddled with my laptop behind my back. I let her go on Vlive when Hobi is online."

Taehyung grinned and added, "I love you, darling. I'm looking forward to seeing you when you arrive in Seoul. Are you certain you don't want to spend the night at the mansion? Yoongi's soulmate is coming to see the band and Bells."

"Baby, I'm still going to meet her," Yunru laughed." I might remain with Liu Mei for a day or two before we leave for Saitama. I'll meet her, but the driver has to take me back with Liu Mei. I don't want her in her apartment alone."

Taehyung took a big breath. "OK, I, understand. But you must come early to spend enough time with the new Belle and with me."

"No problem," Yunru says lightheartedly. "I have a lot of love in my heart reserved for my TAELOVE."

"I'll keep you to that promise," Taehyung stated with a smile. "I'll call you shortly, darling. I'm on my way to surprise someone."

He closed his bag as Namjoon called to tell him that his ride to the airport had arrived. Taehyung will fly to Daegu in his charter helicopter because he wants to be at his family home before 6 pm.

Yunru giggles "OK! We'll speak when you get to your destination, or we can chat on the flight."

"Why not...send regards to your family?" chuckled Taehyung." I'm looking forward to meeting my new family during the birthday dinner. We need to talk about an appropriate gift for my new mother..

Yunru exclaimed gently, "Oh, my goodness! Please, no expensive jewelry. You've already made my mother pass out. MingMeis' birthday preparations are also complete. It will take place at the lake. I just hope the weather is nice enough for the kids to go swimming. She is overjoyed to be a pre-teen."

Taehyung laughed. " Okay, we'll pick what to get