Chapter 157

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This morning Yoongi was able to help me wake up so we both can start adjusting back to the time zone in Seoul. We go downstairs to start breakfast together, and I can't help but relish this time together, just the two of us. Plus, something about the familiarity of the chore gives me not only a happy warmth, but also a sense of tranquility that I haven't felt in over a week.

I'm thankful for the happiness and sexy times that I have shared with my soulmates over the course of the past few days or so, but the ability to actually feel at peace again is a whole different sensation entirely. I mentally envision myself opening my arms to it as the feeling seems to literally encompass my entire being.

Another thing we are back on track with is the fact that, aside from the 95s, everyone else is awake to join us just as breakfast is finished. Well, Jin actually came down a little earlier than the others and helped us finish some things up. He was a bit disappointed to miss out on most of the cooking, but I was quick to encourage him to help us both for lunch.



Hobi rolls his eyes when he realizes that the two 95s are still in bed. He turns around and marches back upstairs to wake them both up.



Only minutes later they are joining the rest of us. "I am going to have to get used to this again. Aren't I?" Jimin pouts as he sits down.

I laugh for a second before reminding him that starting up again once Monday comes around he will have to be getting up early due to his practice schedule for the special stage alone. The event itself is scheduled for early September, but he was supposed to be coordinating with the choreographer and producers since he first signed up. Due to our extended vacation he wasn't able to make that happen. He might get a day or two off here and there, but the problem is in a few days he will also have schedules with Big Hit revolving around their next comeback as well. I frown as I realize how little time together we will end up having.

We are just starting to gather things together to clean up when Namjoon's cell phone rings. It only takes us a second to reassign the task of cleaning the dishes, since he was originally one of the volunteers. So, instead of Jk and Namjoon doing the dishes it ends up being Jk and Hobi. "I should insist Jiminie and Taehyungie do them though since they were once again the last ones out of bed." Hobi threatens the 95s.

It isn't until after the dishes are done and put back away that Namjoon comes back into the room. "That was Chief Hwang. He's been assigned to lead the kidnapping case over here in South Korea." He looks at me. "He asked to come over at noon to go over your statements again, Baby. He also wants to share with us what he can regarding the case in general."



For a moment I can't help but panic. "Does that mean I will have to testify after all?"

"I don't know honestly. That might depend upon what the District Attorney assigned to the court case has to say."

"I will of course testify if I have to." But, I don't really want to. I add silently in my head. My sense of tranquility temporarily obliterated by the possibility of sharing my experience to a courtroom full of strangers.

A few hours later, Yoongi, Jin, and I are just finishing up lunch as the chime-like tone signifies that we have a visitor. We had all decided that we wouldn't change our schedule for the police chief just because he had decided to come over during our lunch time. Instead, we made a little bit more food than we would normally in case he hadn't eaten yet. Perhaps it was rude, but honestly I found it a bit rude when Namjoon confided in me that the chief didn't give him much say so regarding whether he could come at that time or not. It ended up working out in the long run, because while his oversight was rude the chief was actually a pleasant person to be around. Not to mention, he kept offering a plethora of compliments regarding my cooking.

We put off doing the dishes for now and reconvene in the more comfortable living room space. I appreciate the fact that he speaks fluent English, even though I can now easily piece together what someone is saying when they choose to speak Korean instead. "I apologize, Keegan-ssi. I know that you have been through this all before." I tried to get him to call me Daisy, but because this is not a personal call he has flat out refused to do so.

"It's okay. I understand that it's part of your job."

"First of all, I wanted to update you in regards to the perpetrator who spilled wine on your dress that night. His name was Mathieu Geiger. They found him hours after your run in with the reporters outside of the police station. As you thought, he claimed to be an innocent bystander that night. Yun-ssi had paid him off to spill the wine on your dress, but she gave no indication to him why she wanted him to do it. It appears Geiger-ssi has a gambling problem and he had literally just lost all his savings when Yun-ssi approached him. I can't say for certain. My gut tells me that instead of completely keeping an eye on you that night she had probably been scouting the tables for someone down on their luck like Geiger-ssi. Someone she could easily coax into doing what she required to execute the next step of her plan. Someone who was likely to not ask any questions."

"I'm glad they were able to track him down. I think I am relieved though that he wasn't a part of the bigger picture. It's nice to know that my instincts about him were correct."

"Yes, but because of your position I want to caution you about easily trusting people. I'm not saying don't be your friendly self. It is refreshing to see honestly, but always keep a guard up." The chief immediately suggested. The man is a little bit younger than my father would be if he were still alive, and what he just said somewhat reminded me so much of the man that raised me.

"Now, onto the not so fun part. Let's see. First, I want to go over what you know regarding the women we have in custody."

So, I go through my story for him once again. My soulmates all flinch when I mention how they phrased their thoughts regarding an ulterior method of getting me out of the picture. But, they try to remain composed as much as they can.

After I am finished my soulmates fill in the gaps. Not only regarding the women involved, but also what they were doing to find me in the hours we had been apart. I found out that while the production crew had left only a few hours after we disembarked in Monte Carlo that Jk took it upon himself to start filming vlogs for each of them regarding my kidnapping. They hadn't talked about it with Big Hit yet, but their plan was to discuss the possibility of adding it on as extra footage for the Bon Voyage Mediterranean Waters season. I wouldn't be surprised if it were immediately okayed though. I think that is just another thing that endeared them to Army. How open and accessible with their lives they try to be, while still keeping just enough privacy where they can still feel comfortable.

"Namjoon-ssi, I realize this is a lot to ask of you. But, I suggest that you consider having a press conference. Since Yun-ssi is so enamored with you I thought perhaps if you ask her to come forward she might just comply." Namjoon thoughtfully nods, obviously thinking over the chief's suggestion. "However, I must caution you. Should you decide to do this then you should refrain from pointing guilt at her. In fact I would suggest you play up to her delusions. Perhaps, make her think that her self inflicted deceptions are valid. If you can't do that, then at least refrain from flaunting your relationship with Keegan-ssi in her face."

Namjoon nods thoughtfully before responding. "I'll get with Bang-nim and see what he thinks. We have a lot of stuff going on that we should probably bring to the public's attention, and I would need his approval on what I should or shouldn't say. With it being Saturday it will have to wait until Monday however."

After the chief leaves I decide perhaps it is time to have our family discussion. "Before we disperse or decide on something relaxing to do to pass the day away I think we should have a family meeting."

Those of my soulmates that started to get up, quickly took back their seats. "There hasn't been time to really talk about it, but I want to know how everyone feels regarding Joshua." My soulmates' eyes immediately grow sad.

"I feel so bad for the little one." Tae says. "He was such a sweet boy. I can't wait to see him again. I just wish it were under different circumstances."

Many of the others talk at once and echo his feelings in that regard. Only Yoongi remains silent, but I am sure that is because we somewhat touched on this topic already last night.

Jimin however realizes that I don't just mean Joshua's loss. "I don't know how everyone else feels about it. But, since Rebecca left custody of Joshua to you then I think we should talk about what that really means. Because, essentially it means you are going to be his second mother. We need to ask ourselves what that means for us. I can't speak for everyone else, but I can say that while it will take time to grow into the idea I will happily adapt to being his father." He looks at the others. "Well, one of his fathers."

Namjoon then speaks up. "I agree with everything Jimin said. I also think that he should probably be part of the announcement during the press conference I will be holding at some time in the near future. After all, Army will see him over time and there will be questions. It would be better to address the reasons for his presence early on."

Hobi adds. "I think it will take some adjusting to having a toddler in the house. There will have to be some baby proofing that I can start researching. I'm definitely on board with it, although I agree it will take some time to grow into the idea of being one of his fathers."

Tae beams his wide smile before he adds his thoughts. "I'm excited to be a dad!" He exclaims. Soft chuckles erupt from each of us.

Jin is obviously heavily considering this. "The life of a parent is a balancing act. Trying to make sure you have time for the child, but also time to spend with your soulmate as well. I'm exceptionally thankful that even though we are starting our family earlier than expected, Joshua will have six other fathers to rely on should I be busy myself."

Jk clears his throat, and for some reason that sound alone makes my nerves grow a bit. "I realize I am younger than everyone else, but I too love the idea of raising a family with you and the others, Sweetheart. Joshua seemed like such a sweet boy, that I don't think it will be difficult or even take long to love him as if he were my own."



Yoongi adds in his own thoughts. "Daisy already knows some of my thoughts, but I will somewhat relay them to you. The boy is enamored by music. I want to help cultivate that. Give him lessons, or get someone I trust to give lessons to him. He is more than likely gifted if he is so enthralled with it at such a young age. I realize though that doesn't immediately address how I feel about him being part of the family. The truth is I want to be a father. It's not something I have ever outwardly shared with many, and I definitely didn't expect it to happen in this manner. But, I'm looking forward to it."

After I absorb all their answers I nod my head. "The one thing I wanted Joshua to have most is a feeling that he would be welcomed. So, I am definitely relieved to hear that. However, I was considering going through the process of making it more binding and meaningful. I was considering having us adopt him. I would ask him how he feels about it, but I fear he might be too young. I mean the easiest way to ask him would be to ask if he wanted you to all officially be his daddies, but also if he wanted me to be his new mommy. I don't want him to think that I want to replace Rebecca, because that's definitely not what I want. I just am not sure how to approach the subject with him."

Namjoon comes over to me and holds my hand. "I love that you want to adopt him already, Baby. But, I don't think this is something we have to consider right now. In fact, perhaps we can wait it out until he is old enough to go to school, or after he gets out of primary." When I arch my eyebrow in confusion he takes a moment to explain that primary is pretty much the same thing as elementary school. Only the ages are a little different. "He is already kindergarten age here, but I think we should probably give him time to adjust. Get him some home tutors including someone to teach him Korean."

"My next worry is regarding Candace. I mean at least for the first few months I would prefer she be nearby since Joshua has grown so used to her presence."

"Princess, we have plenty of room here. We can set her up right next door to the room we set up for Joshua." Jin's words are sweet, but I look around to see if everyone is in agreement first. When they all either nod or basically vocalize the same thing I literally feel the stress melt from me.



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