Taehyung's pov

I shifted a little in my chair figuring from where to start.

Looking at him I think -I deserves his wariness.

I cleared my throat, "As I said I'm going to be the CEO in terms of two thing that - family and integrity are paramount."

His brow furrowed but he didn't say anything.

"in order to set my foot, I had to convince my dad and board members that now, I ain't the person they think I am."

"which is?"

"Arrogant and selfish." I take a deep breath "a tyrant at work and a playboy after hours."

He tilted his head; his voice quiet and firm, "Pardon my bluntness, Mr. Kim- you are exactly like that "

" I am aware and I can't loose this chance just because of my reputation."

"I still don't understand where I come in. "

" Appa will not considered me truly eligible unless I fit in with the image he has: family first" I leaned forward "that's how he work and I have to convince him that I am changed cause I fell in love and want a different way of life."

"with who?"

"you!"

His eyes widened to the point of hilarity "Why-why would you do that?"

"it was pointed out to me that you were the exact kind of person that would take to convince Appa I have changed."

He shook his head "you don't even like me." he swallowed "I'm not overly fond of you, either."
I had to chuckle at his politeness.

"we can get around that issue."

"what are you proposing? "

"simple. If I didn't get the position,I'm gonna leave the company and work out something else, difficult but not a very much big deal. U know something is better than nothing and if I'm out of here you'll had to leave too."

Immediately, he began shaking his head furiously," I can't afford to leave Mr. Kim. "

" I'll pay you to do this. You will have to give up your job, as well as ur apartment and come here live with me. I'll pay u salary plus ur expenses for however it takes."

"why would I have to live here?"

"I may have indicated to them that we are moving a step forward in our relation."

"you did what?"

"it made sense when uncle asked. It just happened."

"what would u expect me to do?"

"Live here, accompany me as my fiancée. We'll set some ground rules, get to know each other to pass as couple. And this has to happen fast. I'm supposed you to take to a function this weekend."

"This weekend?! "he squeaked out.

" yes. You don't have to be living here by then, but we need to get our story straight and at least know the basics. "

He didn't said anything. His fingers fidgeting with hem of his shirt sleeve.

I continued," I'll buy u a new wardrobe, make sure you have spending money. "

He lifted his chin" what would you pay me? "

" I'll give you ten thousand dollars a month. If the charade last longer than six month, I'll double it. "I smirked," if we do have to get married I'll give you the bonus. When we divorce you'll be set for life. I'll handle all settlements and details. "

" married?"

" I have no idea how much time it will take to convince Appa. I have to make sure my cover isn't blown.i can't see it being more than six and if it's needed I'll marry u at city hall and we'll end it when we can. "

" why only me? "

" U want me to be honest?"

He nodded his head.

" you are practical, sensible. . . . Plain. I have to agree u have the warmth people seems to drawn towards. I don't see it myself, but it's obviously there. And the fact you're my assistant is the perfect cover for me. "

Hurt flashed across his face. But I shrugged it.

" all. I have to do is. . . "

". . . is act as though u love me"

"do I get in writing?"

"yes. We'll both signed the confidentiality agreement."

"I need to think about that."

"you can take ur time, if u agree u would need clothes for Saturday and spend time to get to know each other."

"And if not? "

"I'll tell that u are ill and see if they will choose me anyway or I will leave Seoul and pursue another way to make a living, but I want to stay and that's why I'm asking for ur help" .

He stood up "I have to go."

I rose to my feet, "I need ur answer soon."

"I know."

"where have u parked ur car?"

He blinked "I don't have a car Mr. Kim. I walked here."

"I'll call the guard to get a cab for u"

"I can't afford it."

"I'll pay for it." I huffed "do you know how to drive?"

"yes. I just can't afford a car."

"I'll get u one and u can keep it as a signing bonus if u agree."

He bit his lip "I don't know how to think about any of this."

"think of it as an opportunity" I flashed a grin "a deal with the devil, if u want."

"Good night Mr. Kim."

"Taehyung!"

"huh?"

"we can't call each other as Mr. Jeon or Mr. Kim... Jungkook. Maybe I'll call u something else entirely, get used to it"

With a nod, he left.

I make myself hot chocolate and sat down on sofa frustratedly. Earlier , when I spoke, I made the snap decision to make jungkook my fiancée than boyfriend it will made my story more solid.

I had hoped to get an answer from him right away. However, it became apparent, I wasn't going to get it. So now, Mr. Jeon the guy I disliked, from all accounts, felt the same way about me, and now my future resides in his hands. It was an odd feeling.

I sank on the sofa. Mind drifting and my phone beeped startling me I picked up the phone, glancing at the two words on the screen

I accept.

With a smirk, I tossed my phone on the sofa.

My plan was full steam ahead.

To be continued....

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Acceptance of plan...