Chapter Five: Wife & Husband

" No worries about that, If I wanted to get you, you'd be already in my bed right now." The smirk grew over his face as he asked for another drink and the bar-tender was there to take his order in a flash. 

You tried as hard as you could to act normal " as cheesy as you sound now, I admire your confidence " You laughed then looked at him grabbing his second drink " You were about to be another girl's husband by now if things went well, So why would you want to be with another? " 

When your eyes lock the teasing expressions of only a few seconds ago have evaporated. Jungkook holds your gaze, You crack a joke about it all being a "strange staring contest" and he snorts. 

" I was trying to figure out if you were serious or not." Jungkook took a sip then looked at you again " Do you really think a man will remember being married if a hot girl approached him? " The man added with a small chuckle in the end.

He didn't notice that his words were anything but the right ones to say now, Thoughts were running down your mind " Dami is hot.." you painfully smiled playing with your almost empty glass " So I guess I c-can't blame him ? " you bite your lips before laughing at the tears that refused to stop " Tears.... Something I never understood. Why be sad about something which has already happened? After all, there's no point crying over spilled milk. Right? " 

Jungkook watched you and didn't say a word, He didn't understand your feelings, Why is she crying? The man cheated on her, True..... But why thinking about it now that it's over? 

Because she loves him ? 

" You only knew today that they had been together? " Jungkook asked and you nodded whipping the tears way before finishing your drink.

" I just don't understand why they didn't tell me? Why would he want to marry me If he loved her ? " You sighed " Bullshit " you cursed then raised your hand to ask for another drink, the bartender looked at Jungkook who nodded to him. 

The moment the man put the drink next to you, wrapping your fingers around the glass you drunk the whole thing in one shot making the men's eyes widening " W-Wait......" Jungkook sighed and shook his head.

You really do have low alcohol tolerance. 

The rum turns down the volume on your thoughts. It brings memories of good times past, and you let yourself dwell in them rather than think. And at that moment you're here and not, existing in two perfect moments. Somehow it steadies you, gives you the resolve to go on. " You didn't tell why what happened to your fiance? Did she cheated too or just couldn't stand your rich ass ? " you giggled girlishly before ordering another drink.

Jungkook didn't get offended by your words knowing the alcohol was working already on you but he couldn't help but laugh a little. " enough alcohol Miss, You're already drunk .." He held your hand and you yanked it cutely.

" I w-want moree " You blinked your eyes already the worries of your day were beginning to fade " Pleaseeee ..." 

Jungkook sighed and nodded at the bartender " Take it slow this time.." 

" Yeahhh " You flashed a bright smile, probably the only real one since you and Jungkook met, he might not understand the heartbreak you were feeling now but he sure wants to see this smile more and more in your face. 

" Y/N ..." Jungkook called your name and you turned to face him " Why do you love this Mark guy ? " 

You blinked feeling your eyes tired as never before, the bartender had already put the glass next to you but you just held it shaking the ice inside while staring at it " I... I d-don't know " you smiled at the thoughts of the happy moments " If you asked me yesterday I would answer because I believe him when he says I love you back to me ... " You laughed and Jungkok just listened " I would say he is.... supportive, caring, respectful and........ makes me happy.. " 

You sighed and took a sip then laughed " But the fucker turned out to be an asshole who cares about sucking my friend's pussy rather than love me back " 

Jungkook was surprised by the words you were saying, you didn't sound the type to curse but he figured cursing was your drinking habit. 

" Men are shit..." You added then finished your drink in one shot again making Jungkook panic.

" Hey Hey that's enough...." He stood up from the high stool and grabbed your arm " Let's go...... Come on " 

" Noooo I w-want more " You whined but he managed to hold you since you lost all your energy.

-

Refusing to get inside the car and making a scene about wanting to walk, Jungkook didn't have a choice but to follow you, 

You were intoxicated with the worldly ale, which mere mortals imbibe, and with every gulp you took, you unshackled your chains bit by bit, link by link. You giggled and stared at the lamp post.

 On the streets, Jungkook watched as you spread your arms wide open, and ran as if wanting to take off and fly like a bird, and when your arms couldn't work as wings, you were sad.

 You came to Him and asked him " Why I can't fly ? "you jolted him and cried.

 Suddenly you took his arm and asked if he wants to just run. Forget flying, you pulled him and dragged the man to run with you, and all he could do was look at your raw self, which was too mysterious and unpredictable. You proved him right the next moment when you just stopped running and said " I am starving... " 

Jungkook laughed and nodded " Let's go have something then...." 

-

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Jungkook bought ramen and kimbap from a nearby store and you two sat in a bunch and ate. 

Just after he dropped you home, he found myself listening to the echoes of your words, 'forget flying, let's just run' 

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Next morning

The aching in your skull ebbs and flows like a cold tide, yet the pain is always there. You understand at once why they call it a hangover, for it feels as if the blackest of clouds are over your head with no intention of clearing until late afternoon. 

" Shit....." You cursed closing your eyes again, wishing to go back to your sleeping self, Waking up can be really harsh, especially if your dreams are better than reality. The saddest part of it is, though, that eventually even the memory of your dream will fade - if you are even lucky enough to remember it that is. Then you're left with this lonely feeling of detachment, left to explore in the empty void of emotions, the only proof that you ever had the dream, to begin with.

' What happened last night? ' You thought as the last memory you remember was drinking with the man called Jungkook, the stranger that became your husband.

You smiled at how silly your life turned in a matter of a day " Hope I didn't do anything stupid......" You sighed and stood up from the bed only wanting a warm shower to clean yourself from the smell of alcohol, You don't usually drink knowing you'll get into trouble every time you do. 

-

The water pours down, it drips by your side, as my mind fades into dullness and everything is a foggy illusion. The sensation of the steamy water calms you; it takes your mind off things. All the things you honestly don't care about. It's the water. Your mind swirls, and it's like you're standing under an everlasting waterfall. Ever so beautiful, but it can never last, you know that now.

The watch says it was three in the afternoon when you finished showering and wear your home clothes since you have nothing to do for the next couple of days, You were supposed to be with Mark turning the country now if things went well.

laying in the bed was your only thoughts now, your phone was turned off yesterday and you had no intention to turn in on. 

-

On the other hand, Jungkook woke up by the sound of his doorbell. 

Ringing and ringing without stopping, The man sighed then throw the cover off him and walked toward the door.

" What the hell? " He cursed before opening the door to face one of his best friends.

Park Jimin

Jungkook rolled his eyes " You have no manners Hyung, It's my first day as a married m-----"

" Bullshit ...." The shorter man pushed Jungkook and entered the house.

Jungkook shook his head before following his friend to the living room.

" Congratulations idiot " Jimin sarcastically clapped his hand " You left without giving us an explanation. Where the hell is Yuju and WHO the Fuck is that girl you married? F------- W-wait........ " Jimin looked around suspiciously " She isn't here, is she? "

Jungkook laughed then sat on the sofa rubbing his messy hair " Do you want me to speak now or wait for the other nosy friends you probably called for a meeting? " Jungkook sighed knowing that they'll be here any minute with their panicked yells and screams.

shrugged his shoulders and join the younger man on the sofa " You better have a rationality story because Jin Hyung will probably murder you " The man nods his head then took his phone.

about five to six minutes the boys who Jungkook call best friend were in his living room glaring at him, each one waiting for the second they'll be allowed to eat his alive. 

" Well, Thanks for c-coming " Jungkook swallowed his own saliva and took a deep breath, he can feel the soft panic that can grow or fade depending on what he says next. " It's not that I didn't tell you guys, but it happened ..."

" How ? " Yoongi, The older friend spoke in a cold tone.

" Let me get you coffee first " Jungkook awkwardly smiled and run to the kitchen before someone stopped him. 

Jungkook sighed while waiting for the espresso machine to make his coffee, He wasn't worried that they'll tell anybody because those six men were his most trusted friends, he knows them as long as he remembers and there was no chance to keep this part a secret especially that they knew his ex-girlfriend Yuju.

After making seven cups of coffee, he walked back to his living room to the weirdly silent place.

" Give her a call.." Namjoon's words sound gentle yet commanding, He wasn't giving Jungkook a suggestion but order and the fact that the younger man has high respect for Namjoon there was no other option.

" S-She drunk quite a lot yesterday " Jungkook let out an awkward laugh then sat on the sofa next to Jimin " How about you guys meet her another day? " 

Namjoon didn't say a word, he just went for his coffee and took a sip. 

" I know she drunk " another friend called Taehyung smiled " And I know how much, so be a good boy and call her for dinner, she's your wife after all ....." 

Jungkook sighed and walked to take his phone trying to find your number, When he took you home yesterday he took your number before making sure you went inside the house. 

" Oh! .... The phone is off or out of service " Jungkook said biting his lips " Hyung..... I swear it's not the right time, she probably wants to be alone now." 

Jungkook's hands spread like pale starfish around his standard-issue coffee cup, and they are cold too, resisting the warmth that struggles to seep into them.

" Fine, Speak now " Namjoon sighed.

-

Jungkook start speaking and they listen, he told them about how your fiance cheated, how he met you and how you two agreed on marrying for a year. 

- 

" So, Did you call Yuju after that? " Yoongi asked, his face showing concern.

Jungkook clenched his teeth " Why would I ? she didn't trust me enough to wait a little longer ." The anger from Jungkook's eyes showed the broken man within. 

" Come on Jungkook-ah, what if she really had to go? " Jimin said putting his hand on Jungkook's arm " After all she was about to be your wife man." 

" But she isn't now. " He stood up, " I told you, everything guys, Y/N needs some time alone those days but I promise I will let you all meet her, now I have to get a shower....."

" Who's Y/N? " Hoseok finally said a word 

" Come on Hyung, You didn't hear her name yesterday? She's the maknea's wife...." Taehyung laughed 

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Five Days Later

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" Y/N ah ? Please open the door " Soyeon knocked on your door for the thousand times" Until when you're planning to stay inside? Come on sweetheart open...." 

Sighing, you dragged your feet toward the door and clicked the door open, the first thing Soyeaon did was hugging you " Thank you ...." 

" Come on in " You voice came as a whisper, cold and empty showing the pain that comes with it which hurt your friend's heart. 

" Oh I miss you .." She pinched your cheek as you smiled at her.

You two sat in your mini sofa, both held a pillow in your lap before start talking " Sorry I didn't open my phone " you sighed

" I was worried to death," She said " I understand you want to stay alone but at least tell me so i don't get worried " 

" Sorry " You apologized again and looked down " Oh! Do you want something to drink ? " you were about to stand up but she stopped you.

" Nah it's okay, just tell me how are you ? " She gave you a sad smile.

 " What do you think? " You chuckled then took a deep breath," I thought a lot those days, There were many signs but i was too blind to see "

" I never suspect anything " She nodded, " I thought they were just friends..."

You bite your lips and nodded " It's over now..."

Soyeon took your hand in hers " I will be always here for you, you'll meet someone better, someone who'll see the treasure in you, I am sure of this " she sweetly smiled and you nodded. 

" It's not like I'll be searching any time soon " You gave her a sweet laugh and stood up, she followed your gaze to the bags near your clothes.

" You going somewhere? " She blinked then gave you a smirk " You'll live with your handsome husband, right? " 

You smiled then shook your head " I will go back to Busan " you bite your lips 

" W-What? " 

You sighed then sat in the floor looking at her " I spent all my saving on the wedding, I still didn't pay the loan I took to rent the Hall " You looked around at the small apartment you live in for five years " I thought I will be living with Mark so I didn't pay for the rent, The ower already promised another person to move in next week..... "

" B-But... what are you gonna tell your parents? What about that Jungkook guy? " Soyeon asked

" What about him ? " you gave her a confused look " We agreed on just faking the marriage, did you think we'll live like a husband and wife ? " you laughed

" No, but you did that so your parents won't get disappointed, what do you think they'll feel when you go and live with them after a week of marrying? " She told you and you just looked down. " What about your job? you finally start working, what will you do in Busan? " 

" Soyeon-ah ...." 

" Come on Y/N ah, please think again " She sat beside you " Come and stay with me until you pay back your loan " 

You shook your head " I am not ready to face Dami yet " Dami was Soyeon's roommate. 

" Speak with Jungkook, maybe he'll let you stay with him " Soyeon said and you rolled your eyes " You helped him too after all."

" Come on, be realistic I didn't even live with Mark, the one I was gonna marry and you're telling me to stay with a complete stranger man ?! " You shook your head and stood up to charge your phone that you didn't use for a week. 

" I don't care, but you're not going anywhere." She said, " You'll stay in Seoul, Go to work and live as any of us, If you went back means Mark won, You're not gonna ruin everything you built those years just because of that."

Soyeon was right, You studied hard to get where you were.

" Mayb------" Before you finish your words, your phone starts to ring the exact moment you turned it on, It was a number you didn't know. You bite your lips and kept looking at the screen.

" What?