After dinner I was tidying up the living room then headed to my room getting ready for bed. I wore my usual attire but remembered that I left my water bottle on the kitchen counter. I walked down the stairs grabbed my bottle and turned off the lights in the rooms that are no longer occupied. As I was walking by one of the rooms, I heard muffled groans. Is that..?

I slowly turned the doorknob and opened the door to see nothing but complete darkness. The sounds didn't stop even when I got closer to the bed. He was sweating, his eyes were wide open, as if asking for help. I held his hand but he didn't hold it back. I caressed his cheeks. "What's wrong? Talk to me.." and as soon as I touched his forehead he took a deep breath, gasping for air. He sat up and took me in his embrace.

"Thank you Lee." He whispered weakly as he held me tightly. I pulled away looking at him. I touched his forehead again checking for a fever, then his neck, but I could feel his heart racing under my touch. Only then did I realize. The man was shirtless. His chest was glistering with sweat while rising and dropping heavily.

"Mark, are you okay?" I finally ask him and he averted any eye contact. Up until I reached for his exhausted face, shifting it slightly so his gaze meets mine. "Talk to me, please". He held my hand that was still cupping his face. Kissing the inside of it.
"I've been having sleep paralysis but I'm okay now. Stay with me Lee, just sleep here with me tonight. I'll feel better if you do" I just nod while he pulls off the covers so I can join him but he was wearing nothing but god forsaking boxers. "Come here" he taps on his heart and I lean my head against it. Feeling and hearing the rhythm of his heartbeat. He kissed the top of my head and whispered. "I'm so lucky to have you Lee, wish you knew how much you mean to me".

I wrapped my arm around his torso tightly "goodnight Mark" and planted a kiss on his heart. He let out a breathy smile "Goodnight Lee"

I woke up the next morning to the feeling of something brushing against my bare neck. A soft skin touching mine. I struggle to open my eyes since the sunlight was shining bright on my face. I heard his raspy deep voice "morning beautiful." I smile even before succeeding in opening my eyes. I heard him chuckle "finding it hard to open your eyes, huh?"

I finally open my eyes and look up at his bright smile. "I don't think I ever got the chance to tell you this but I fell for you the moment I saw this bright smile" I confessed, still looking at his breathtaking smile. I looked up into his eyes. Our eyes met and it stayed quiet for a while. "I don't think anyone understands me the way you do" I finally broke the silence.

He let out a breathy chuckle before moving his gaze towards the sealing "As much as I hate it, I cannot ignore the fact that you became my weakness Lee. You know a lot about me more than you even realize. You understand all the words that are left unspoken. You get me before I even get to say a word." He turned to look at me saying "How can you do that Lee?" We kept staring into each other's eyes until a knock on the door interrupted that.

"Hyung can I borrow your, oh.. Hey Lee. I'll be back later. You kids have fun. Byyyee~" Jackson walked out just as fast as he barged in. We were still processing the whole thing and looked back at each and laughed.

"Always laugh like that, I love seeing this happy side of you" I tell him with a smile stuck on my face.

"Only if you're here with me" he replied and leaned in closer, i closed my eyes lightly as I felt his soft lips on mine. A taste I never knew I was craving for.
The kiss was soft and gentle. The way he kissed me, made me feel like he was so afraid to break me, as if I was something fragile. He smiled through the kiss and pulled away slightly to look into my eyes right before leaving a quick peck on my nose. I scrunched it afterwards and grinned like a 5 year old in a candy store. "Why are you grinning like that?" He asked moving back a bit to get a good look at my entire face.

"Nothing. I'm just happy" I tell him and leave a quick peck on his lips before getting up. "Come on, get dressed. Let's go for a run and get smoothies after" I offered him my hand as he accepts it getting up.

"You're something else Lee" he said while towering me. Hugging me tightly before letting me go get dressed myself.

I walked down the stairs after getting dressed for the morning jog.

I saw that everyone else was dressed. "Oh man!!" I groan knowing that we'll definitely get recognized since we're all running together and getting smoothies for breakfast right after.

And we did, as soon as we arrived at Han river for the run. People kept staring at us then taking quick snaps when recognizing the faces behind the masks.
Once we arrive at the coffee shop for smoothies. The boys and I placed our orders and as soon as I paid for our drinks, still waiting for them to get ready a group of girls start squealing yelling the boys' names and I can feel a physical pain in my ear. Apparently they've been following us all the way from Han river.

"Jaebeom oppaaa!!! Can we take a selfie?"

"Mark oppa!! Oh my God you're so hot"

"But have you seen Yugyeom oppa?"

"Bambam say skrrt to the Camera"

"Hey, why do you have to make them run for a long time and just give them smoothies. You're a terrible manager!! They need to eat!! And why are you wearing such things around them?? You want their attention?? Huh??!!"

One of the girls yelled at me yanking my arm, causing me to fall back into someone's chest. Soon, I felt arms wrap around mine rubbing them "Are you okay?" I just nod trying to get back on my feet.

"Okay, YOU need to apologize" Jinyoung stood in front of me as a quick mechanism of protection and said in a firm tone to the girl who yanked my arm. I placed my hand on his shoulder trying to calm him down, it's not worth making a scene. Cameras and phones are everywhere pointed at us. He just raised his index finger signaling for me to wait and not say a word. I obey and stand back.

"But oppa..-" the girl tried to defend herself but was interrupted by one of the guys.

"Our Ahgases are not aggressive, they're well mannered and they would definitely not attack our manager. You should apologize" Bambam said softly, trying to smooth the already tense atmosphere.

"Oppa we want you to be heal..-" she was cut off. Again. She should learn by now that she cannot speak unless her upcoming words are 'sorry'. The boys won't let her. Persistence is one of their main attributes.

"I'm disappointed. I thought our ahgases are more gentle and caring. Our manager is the only one who knows our healthy habits like the back of her hand. She's always encouraging us to stay healthy and eat well. But we ruined our diet the past few days so she tried to help us before we meet our personal trainer" Jackson tried to be reasonable with the girl. Firm but gentle somehow.

"Please apologize to her. She's been nothing but of great help to us" Yugyeom.. The man I leaned my back against started to speak. I looked back at him, he seemed unbothered and didn't even take a glance at me.

"I'm sorry unniee.. I didn't mean to do that.." the girl said, it was clearly not heartfelt but I smiled and accepted her apology. I really don't wanna make a bigger scene.

We're back home and I head into the shower after that long run and the disturbing events that happened at the café; I needed a warm shower. When I came out I saw a huge white box with a black ribbon sealing it tight. A card was laid on the box. I placed it in my hand and started to read:

Dear Ms. Kim Leenah,
I saw you eyeing this dress yesterday and I couldn't stop myself from gifting it to you. You would look absolutely stunning wearing this dress for our date tonight. I cannot wait to see you in it. I hope you like it. I know I already do..

Yours truly,
JayB

My heart starts racing. Is this really?
I untie the ribbon and lift off the lid and see it..
That perfect dress, is right here. In front of me. Oh. My. God.

I got into a more comfortable attire and when I was about to open my door a knock was heard. I swung it open to see Jay standing there. I don't know why but I jumped into his arms hugging him. "Thank you Jay, this is amazing" he chuckled at my current state and I realize that I'm clinging onto his neck more than I should. I let go of him looking down embarrassed by my uncontrollable actions.

He lifted my chin up to meet his eyes. "I'm glad you liked it. You know that I'd do anything for you, right Jagi?" I smile shyly and nod grinning like a child. He smiles back and ruffle my hair. " come down, the boys ordered chicken." I nod and walk along with him.

"Hey Jay.." I call for him and he stops his steps and turns to look at me, humming as a reply. "Where are we going? I mean, I love the dress but why should I wear it tonight?" He chuckles and smirks.

"Now, where's the fun in ruining the surprise?" I roll my eyes at him and grab his hand pulling him with me down the stairs.

After lunch it was time to get ready for my date. I can't believe it's finally happening. I'm finally going on a date with Jaebeom.
I wore the dress, curled my hair, put on some makeup wore my lucky heels.

I walk down the stairs to see the perfect gentleman standing there in his suite. No tie, of course..
"Lee.. You.. Look...." he drifted off and I kind of felt self conscious about the way I look..?

"Is it that bad? It's showing too much, right? Maybe not that flatter..-" I was cut off from the rambling.

"Breathtaking.." was all he said. That was enough to turn me into the reddest tomato on this planet earth. "Ready to go?" He asked and I nod.

Heading out to an unknown destination.