Soon we arrived at an event hall and the place was crowded. Flashing cameras were all I could see along the entrance. "Jay, what is this?" I asked him, kind of nervous because as a manager, I shouldn't be seen with him like this.

"Relax Jagi, I was invited to this charity thing and they gave me a plus one. But I told them that my manager would kill me if I actually brought a date. So, they suggested I bring you along" he said in a casual tone. How did those people contact him, invite him to this formal event without me knowing?

We walked in together and it seemed like it was a gallery of some unknown photographer. I didn't recognize their work but I can tell that they were really talented. They captured the little simple things that we may see on a daily basis and take it for granted. They had the eye to make it look stunning and definitely memorable. I was astonished and mesmerized by the beauty of these photographs. "Jay these are beautiful.. thank you for bringing me here" I tell him and he smiles gently at me.

He grabbed two glasses of Champagne from a girl who was not holding back in hitting on Jay and touching him inappropriately. I rolled my eyes as he gave me my glass and leaned in to whisper "now, don't be jealous. You know I only have my eyes on you" my heart was racing but I looked up until our eyes met. He smiled at me and everything else around me faded away. As if we were all alone in that big hall. "I heard that the one who took those photos is going to sell them all and the money will go to all the orphanages in Seoul." I felt my heart warming towards this artist. They pay so much for such an extravagant event just to spend the incomes of it for charity.

"Wow, all of them? That's so selfless, I envy them for using their talent to do good" I sighed as I continue to walk through the gallery. Well, right before turning around a corner to another room, I felt Jay's hand holding me back when he grabbed my wrist.

"Yeah, Mark hyung and Bambam bought a couple of portraits and Jinyoung as well." He said and I mouthed 'oh'. "They were motivated. More so when they knew where the money would go. Although everyone's identities were kept anonymous. The buyers and the artists himself" He explained more and drew me in more. Now I need to know the artist. The boys knew him and they actually bought some of his portraits?

"Jagiya.." he started but didn't finish so I turned my whole body to face him. Waiting for him to continue.
"Ummm, please don't be mad when you see the upcoming portraits" he said rubbing the back of his neck chuckling nervously.

I gave him a suspicious look before turning on my heels and walking into a room filled with different portraits of different people. But what actually captures my attention is seeing those 'upcoming portraits' he was talking about. I gasped loudly and everyone turned around and looked me, I gave them a polite smile and they looked away

"J-jay th-thuh-that's m-me.." I whispered stuttering, still in shock to see myself on this huge wall.

I saw three different portraits of me. All were black and white.

One was of me sleeping on some couch covered with a very thin blanket, not creepy at all. But I gotta admit, I looked so peaceful sleeping like that. It gave a sense of warmth and peace.

The second one had three-parts-layout of my side profile; looking at a playground, laughing while covering my mouth and me grinning at someone or something. I never knew I had the same boxy smile as Tae. But this portrait shows it.
God, I remember this day, we were shooting for the Hard Carry show and I was grinning seeing how playful everyone was but I vaguely remember anyone taking pictures of me..
This particular portrait gave a sense of innocence and joy, it was truly heartwarming.

The last one was the most recent. That night of the JYPE anniversary. I was wearing that burgundy dress sitting with Channie and his boys, and I was fixing the strap on my heels and hair was falling down covering my face, but my figure was all you can see, the exposed shoulder, ankle and a part of my thigh. I looked beautiful even tho I wasn't doing anything particular.
This portrait on the other hand gave a sense of mysterious allure, fragile but powerful. I don't even know if I'm explaining it right.

I looked up at him after processing the whole thing. "You're the artist?" I asked and he nodded but averting my eyes while laughing nervously.
"They're beautiful Jay.." it was the truth. After all the emotions I've felt and the vibes those portraits gave out, how can I deny their beauty? It's so rare to catch certain feelings from a wide board hanging on a huge wall.

He looked at me hopeful and cheerful.
"Really? So, you're not mad? That I took those photos of you, without your consent?" He asked with clear nervousness in his voice.

"Why would I be? You've shown a side of me I never knew existed. You told a whole story through your art. Not to mention how you made me look beautiful in the process..." I replied while looking back at the photographs. He held my hand and made me look back at him.

He rubbed the back of my hand before finally breaking the silence. "You are more beautiful than you know and give yourself credit Lee" he said with a voice so angelic and smooth. "I'm glad you liked it but the surprise is not over yet" he said and I had a confused look on my face. "Did you really think I'd leave you hungry all night?" He asked in a very serious tone which made me laugh and shake my head.

"My knight in shining armor, my stomach would be lost without you" I tease him and he laughed..

"Aish, you're my manager but somehow I still feel obligated to take care of you. Any idea why?" He asked and my cheeks turned bright red.

The next stop was an ordinary diner. For some people.
For me, it was my favorite since I was a kid. I used to come here with Tae before his debut. I remember vaguely telling Jaebeom about this place because they had the best strawberry milkshake of all times. And their burgers were to die for.
I stood midway and Jay turned to look at me. "What's wrong? You don't like it? We can go somewhere else, fancier if you want." I shake my head.

"No it's perfect. I can't believe you remembered.." I look at him still not believing he remembered something I said so randomly ages ago. "But aren't we a little bit overdressed?" I asked looking at my blingy dress and his fancy suit.

He laughed and shook his head. "No we're not. Come on" he offered me his hand I took it. He walked me to the diner and the whole place was empty. Dimmed lights and two candles on one of the tables. The pathway to the table was also lit with tiny candles. I burst out laughing. Jay looked at me with concern all over his face.

"I'm sorry, I just tend to laugh when I reach the highest levels of shyness" I say between my laughs and he chuckles.

"Cute.." that's all he said.

"But seriously Jay, I never thought you were the candlelight dinner kind of guy. It's kind of cliche and cheesy" I told him honestly.

"Aish!! I knew I shouldn't have gone to Jimin for an advice" he said while facepalming which made me laugh.

"Next time, go with your guts. You chose the place which shows that you know me better than you give yourself credit" I held one his hands and cupped with both of mine, reassuring him and he nods.

We spent the night talking, eating, joking around, playing music on the old jukebox and dancing. Everything felt perfect that night. It all seemed right. It felt right.

"Lee, I have to tell you something. I've been avoiding it lately" I stop swaying, standing and waiting for him to continue. He held my hands in his looking at them "I know that this might be too soon and this might mess everything up.." I rubbed his hands and he looked up at me, I gave him a smile to encourage him to keep going. "I think I've fallen in love with you Lee" his eyes were searching mine and I honestly didn't know what to say. I mean, do I have feelings for him? Yes, of course. But love?
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to freak you ou..-" It was about goddamn time for me to interrupt him. I pulled him down to me by his blazer and placed a gentle peck on his lips. I was about to back up a bit but he placed his right hand on the small of my back, restraining me from making any sudden movement, while his other hand cupped my face. He looked me in the eyes, then took a glimpse of my lips and turned his gaze back to meet mine; as if asking for permission to kiss me. I held his hand that was cupping my face and gave him the tiniest nod. Soon, I felt his lips crashing mine. He didn't waste any time in biting my lower lip which only resulted in me gasping. He then took the chance to devour me, his tongue was exploring mine, moving together in sync, like they were made together, for one another.

At some point we had to stop for air. At this rate, I was panting but grinning like a child. He was grinning as well. He rested his forehead on mine. "So, your place or mine?" He said and I hit his shoulder. He just chuckled before saying "I can't believe this is actually happening"..

Trust me, I cannot believe it too..

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(A/N: I'd like to take a moment to thank the one helping me to perfect my writing. Jaz, you're the best mama. Love you and thank you so much)