(Lee's POV)
"I'm taking you out on a date." Jackson said as he tucked his phone in his back pocket. We were walking through the parking lot towards our car when he pulled me away from the group.
I was about to protest but he just shushed me. "Everyone had their chances. I will not wait any longer."

"Okay but I am not dressed appropriately for a date." I finally had the chance to protest. I was still wearing my jeans, white tee and a blazer jacket. It wasn't anything special.

"You look perfect. What are you even saying?" He asked as if I said some nonsense then opened the car door for me.

"Yeah but.. Kiwoon? Thought I told you you're off for the night." As soon as I got in I saw Kiwoon sitting in the passenger seat.

"Sorry Lee, I'm only allowed to leave once you're back safely at the villa. PDnim's instructions." He apologized then shifted his gaze back on the road.

"So, any special requests for our date tonight?" Jackson whispered into my ears sending shivers down my back.

"Maybe I would have some if you gave me a heads up. What if I wanted you to close down a movie theater for us? Huh? Or what if I wanted a dinner table at some fancy restaurant that rarely has vacancy without reservations? Hmmm?" I asked and he just laughed.

"Okay. One, you're not the type of person who'd be impressed by such things. Two, I know you love to be spontaneous since your work demands tight schedules and by-the-minute-tasks." He said and honestly, he couldn't be more right about this. I'm more of a walk-along-the-beach, stargazing-on-a-mountain, food-at-a-convenient-store kind of date. I enjoy the fancy shenanigans but I prefer the simplicity in dates, because I'd much rather have fun and be myself than wasting my time caring about my 'image' and such.
"So since you've been quiet. I'll take the lead and you cannot object. Okay?" He asked, pulling me out of my thoughts.

"Okay. I trust you." I said.

"Pfft, as you should." He retorted and rolled his eyes at me.

We arrived at a high spot with a beautiful view of the city. The hill itself was dark, so it was easy for us to see the city lights and get a glimpse of a few stars here and there.
I stood at the edge as light breeze brushed against my skin and ruffled through my hair. I needed this so bad. I closed my eyes and inhaled the light air as another breeze hit, I smiled at the feeling.

I felt Jackson's hands wrapping around my waist as his head rested on the crook of my neck. "It's beautiful Jack." I said as I intertwined my hand in his. He just hummed and I felt his breath on my neck which sent another rush of shivers down my spine.

Soon Kiwoon came to us with bag of convenient store food and I laughed my ass off. Jackson looked confused as hell. "Sorry to bother you two. If you need anything I'll be near, just call out for me." Jackson nodded to Kiwoon before the confused expression creeped up on his face again.

"What's so funny?" He asked smiling. He pulled me towards a nearby bench and we sat there munching on our food.

"I was making a mental list of what a perfect date would be. The list included stargazing and convenient store food." I explained. "So, did you enjoy living in my head?" I asked before taking a bite of the kimbap.

"Meh, I'd rather be in your heart." He said and I visibly cringed. He laughed at my expression.

"Please, never be cheesy like that." I said between laughs and giggles. He gasped dramatically.

"I'll have you know, I'm a hopeless romantic. Cheesy comes with the package." He looked me up and down as if to judge my whole life's decisions. I broke into laughter and so did he.

"Thank you Seuni.. I needed this." He smiled warmly at my words. "This outdoor date, the darkness under the bright moon and shining stars, of all people you here with me. Everything is just perfect. Thank you." I smiled and held his hand.

We leaned in closer to one another. So close, I felt his breath brushing slowly on my skin, a familiar feeling rushed through me. Took me back to that first night with him. I closed my eyes bracing myself for his soft lips that I've been longing for. "I love you." He said and stayed still, surprised by the sudden confession. He backed away as he seemed surprised it came out of him. "I'm sorry. I know you don't-.." He sighed. "I didn't and I still don't think I stand a chance in earning a place in your heart. Not with both Jaebeom hyung and Mark hyung in it." He sighed again in defeat as he leaned forward, rested his elbows on his knees clasped his hands in front of him looking at them. "I'm fine being your best friend and just that if you don't want any of this." He glanced over at me and offered a weak smile that hid pain and agony. "I'll still love you, but I just don't want you to feel or be awkward around me. I'll never stop protecting you. I'll never let anything or anyone hurt you." He grinned brightly sitting up straight, trying to be his happy energetic self but I can see in his eyes that he's in pain. "So don't worry about it." He ruffled my hair. "I know I shouldn't have said anything but I just can't keep it hidden anymore. You can pretend this whole thing never happen. It's okay, let's not make a big deal out of it."

"Are you done rambling?" I asked.

"When was I ever?" He laughed, still hiding how hurt he felt.

"Fair point.." I let out a breathy laugh. "You talk too much and you definitely overthink everything. If you had just taken a moment to look back at everything we went through, you'd see that I always look for you to ground myself. I always want you there in order to feel safe and complete." I sighed. "Also, you may have not said the word but it doesn't mean I haven't seen it through your actions. The way you're always there to protect me, you've always known how to handle me, what to say and what to do at the right place and time." I smiled up at him.
"Jackson, I love you. And I know this might make me look like a hoe for loving 3 and maybe even 4 me-.."

"What? You're not that. NEVER say that about yourself and I will personally throw a fist onto someone's face if they ever said such things about you!" He interrupted me. These little actions, these little small gestures that made me fall for him, that reassured me of his pure feelings towards me.

"Nonetheless. I need you to know that there is no point in comparing yourself to your hyungs.
You're as important to me as they are. I love you Jackson and that is the only thing we should focus on." It didn't even take 3 seconds before I felt his lips on mine. The fast pace of his movement definitely brought back the beautiful memories of that night. His lips were so soft and moved in a smooth rhythm with mine. His hands gripped lightly on my waist as he pulled me closer to him. Our kisses were more passionate than ever before. We were out of breath so we managed to gasp for air between kisses, although mine came out in a low moan.

His grin broke the kiss and I couldn't stop my smile in return. "We gotta stop or Kiwoon and Mr. Han -the driver- will see things they shouldn't." I rolled my eyes and hit his shoulder playfully.

"Haha, very funny.." I said while I adjusted my posture.

We spent the night talking and laughing. Some moments were sad as he showed me some of his vulnerability that he rarely allows anyone to see. I ended up telling him about my doubts of being followed by Jungwoo. He suggested I tell Kiwoon about it and said he'd never leave me alone. "Seriously, I might actually consider going with you to the ladies' room." I almost choked on my soda before I bursted out laughing my ass off.

"Oppa, no offense. I love you so so much but we're not there yet. I don't think we'll ever get there." I could barely get the words out from laughing so hard.

"I like it." He said when a small smile and a look of affection appeared on his perfect features.

"What?" I asked.

"The way you call me oppa. I didn't hear you say it to anyone else." He explained.

"I said it once to Jay but it felt weird calling him oppa. He's just Jay." He laughed at my comment and nodded.

"Come on let's get you home." He said offering his hand for me to hold. Before we walked towards the car he halted his movements causing me to do the same. He turned his whole body to face me, looked down and his eyes met mine. "Forever and Always?" He asked. I just smiled fondly before I stood on my tippytoes and left a peck on the side of his lips.

"Forever and Always Seunie." He grinned like a little child and walked us back to the car.

Once we were back at the villa I saw Channie walking out of the house. "Hey stranger, what are you doing here?" I asked, he just ran up to me and embraced me with a warm tight squishing hug. "Dude, you hug like Tae. Suffocating. Need.. breath.." He let go with a chuckle. "Guess they told you about last night?" I pointed at the house and he just nodded in response. "You're not your talkative self." I stated.

"I talked enough with your brother and boyfriends.." I rolled my eyes.

"Yahh! You're MY best friend." I protested.

"And that is why you should feel obligated to call me or come to me if something like that happened again." He paused for a bit. "Or even if you felt that something's about to happen." He said and looked straight into my eyes. He knew something was off but I still did not want to accept any of this. Jungwoo did not and will not ruin me. He can try all he wants but I will not let him get to me.