...If this is all just in my head
My heart is pounding tonight
I wonder...

Early Sunday morning you and Liu Mei were treated to a free, tasty breakfast at the campus cafeteria. You also had an appointment with Sana to help her out by playing model. Fortunately, after they lost the campus studio booking Li called her on Sunday morning with a fabulous idea that doesn't even cost anything.

She offered to pay you ¥1000 for the photo shoot. You were delighted to even get offered a rate, but you've declined it and called it a favor. Sana was so grateful cause she had to pay for outfit hire she didn't even use and also the equipment hire.

Her soulmate sense her distress and ordered a dessert cake and flower bouquet to be sent to her. She got it a few hours later. She was so moved by his love for her.

Dylan also invited himself to your photoshoot. Later the three of you walked up to the campus studio where Li and Sana were waiting. Dahuyn

Liu Mei greeted with a bright wave" hi guys we're here"
"Are we going to use the studio now, I thought it was booked out. "You ask in confusion.
Lui Mei also with a confused voice: "Didn't you say the shoot is on Tuesday, it's Sunday today"

Sana with a big smile, "well as you know we've mysteriously lost our booking at the campus studio. What a bummer, but the God of heaven loves me dearly and my dear Li called this morning informing me of a great setting without cost and we could set up and shoot immediately."

You look appreciatively at the blushing Li, "wow Li, you a lifesaver."

I just smile with his deep dimples. " is nothing, my final marks also depend on this shoot, so our main model must perform well" You pulled a face. Everybody just laughs.

Dylan scoff" my princess will ace this shoot, she is not only charming and kind but she's gorgeous also, so no sweat"

You blush crimson red as you could just hear typical awu''s and ooooohs from your friend.

Dahyun just laughs" we are going to go to another location. Li got us a great outdoor setting for the pics. It's a botanical garden. Few great shots and will be out."

" That's so cool! Are we going to drive there?"Liu Mei asks no one in particular.

" I brought my dad's van, come let's go! "Jing Li show them where the van was parked.
The group enjoyed a nice stroll toward the parked vehicle. Dylan has his arm around your shoulders and holds you tightly at his side. You just shake your head.

The outfits are in your size and it's cute and whimsical. Dahyun did your hair as instructed by Sana and Liu Mei did your makeup and styling. There did a really great job.

Li with awe" wow Yunru you are so photogenic. No ugly angle." You thank him.

Dylan will try to interfere with remarks about how cute or sexy you'll look in certain looks. Lui Mei just shoos him away sending him to go buy soft drinks for you.

Sana felt very anxious, she wants everything perfect. Her theme is "Blue Sky in Spring love" After numerous poses, outfit changes, and hairstyle adjustments you felt tired. After a few hours spend shooting you called it a day. Sana and Li treat you to a lovely afternoon lunch at a popular coffee shop. You got back to campus satisfied and happy for a great outcome.

Li and Sana went ahead to the campus photography block to develop the images into a masterpiece. Sana hug you in appreciation and couldn't be more grateful for your help.

Dahyun got a call from her soulmate who came and take her out for the rest of the afternoon. She going to spend some time off-campus with his other extended family who is so excited to meet her.

The three of you stand quietly under the tree next to your residence. Liu Mei could sense that, by Dylan's actions and eye gestures he wants to spend time alone with you.

Liu Mei with an exaggerated tone" oh well.. seems the lovebirds want to be alone. I'll see you late Yunru I still need to finalize my birthday stuff and internship applications."

"I'll come with -" you started to say but Dylan roughly interrupted me"-come let's go for a walk. I'll treat you to a frozen dessert, you were a great model today, we'll bring one for Liu Mei also" you and Liu Mei squealed in delight.

Liu Mei bowed deeply" thank you, kind sir..well let me love you and leave you...bye!" and with that, she runs up the stairs to your room.

You slip your arms under Dylan's and pull him towards the campus gardens. Dylan just snickers and follow where ever you pull him through. You really gave me a golden friendship.

......

The week started off on a high note. You got an email to confirm that you've got the internship for the summer. You were bubbling over with excitement. Shanghai Television studios accepted you without any prior interview.

You can't wait to tell the study group. Liu Mei was happy yet sad. You will not be together this time.
Dylan got one at a Computer software company also in Shanghai which made your parents feel more secure to let you go knowing that Dylan will look after you.

Your resume was so impressive you've been one of China's Top 5 students in the National Entrance Examinations, 1st in Beijing. Since you've been six years old you've won regional and national trophies and medals in Art, photography, and film projects.

In your Freshman year, you've produced and directed a small documentary film based on youth culture "sports stars and drugs", that earned you a nomination at the International Asian Student Festival.

A feat that no college freshman has reached in the history of the University. You also won three scholarships to study anywhere in the world yet you opt for China's top university close to home.

This is the first time that you will be alone in a different city. Away from your family.
Dahyun got one at a Graphic design company in Beijing. She decided to take and apply for a job later.

During the study session, the boys had an afternoon class and couldn't make it.

Sana told them in the library during a study session, that she'll be interning in Tokyo at her soulmate's family business.

Dahyan "Oh San, I'm going to miss you so much...urgh! She pouts.

Sana press her cheeks " Don't worry you can come and visit me, I'll be interning at my soulmate's family corporation. The Hura Media Group. In their media department. I'll be near my soulmate. I'm also contemplating applying for a transfer to Japan to complete my 4th year."

You feel sad knowing that your short friendship will end soon.
Liu Mei whines and makes theatrical movements and starts singing a familiar tune a little loud.

"🎵 Everybody says.. No...!!! No... not today!🎶 The group burst out in laughter. A few students gave them stink eyes because of the noise. They just snickered.

Liu Mei pouts cutesy " but seriously Sana, you're our ARMY mom! with whom will we watch all the BTS mv and RunBts episodes, the streaming sessions? What about the boy's comeback!!!"

She threw her head on the table in fake sobbing.

Dahyun with a fake offending tone" Are Yunru and I chopped liver...we are still here "gesture to You and her.

Sana on a serious note" what about you Liu Mei? Any prospects"

Liu smiled and cleared her throat loudly to get her friend's undivided attention.
Liu Mei smiled smugly" You know that my beautiful dream to intern at Mei Chen of Marchen Fashion house fell through, I was so sad but then again I thought who do I love most right now"

Everybody looks confused at Liu Mei's statement. What's she getting at?
Dahyun " you don't have a soulmate ...so I guess you talk about our sexy, adorable Chim Chim ...little mochi Jimin-"

Liu Mei clapped her hands dreamily " oh yes ...yes! You're right I've decided to apply for an internship at Big hit in Korea."

"What!!!" All three of you exclaimed in astonishment.

Dahyun" Oh... my...word! Why didn't you tell us earlier- you rascal." She playfully hits Liu Mei on the arms.

Liu Mei shouts " ouch !... I decided on Sunday to try my luck. We all know that Bighit is a little weary towards young unmated, females, especially those who are classified as Tarnished."

Sana smiled" You do know your chances will be very minimal as a foreigner, a young unmated girl, and a registered ARMY?

Liu Mei's eyes widen "Oh no! "

You looked at her perplexed and defeated face." Don't worry Liu Mei miracles do happen. You have worked part-time at numerous, famous fashion houses, you are trendy and you know all the latest trends, you are very pretty, and your family lineage..." Liu Mei smiles happily at you.

Dahyun " and you got a great outgoing personality, the boys will love you, but I don't think they'll let you near the boys. Did you hear about their encounter with saseang fans in Chile?"

Sana widens her eyes," they didn't give our boys any rest they had to change hotels. We hate what these obsessive fans did to our boys, remember how they chase V at the airport? He looked so terrified."

You know felt a jolt in her heart when you hear 'V'name. You also felt so scared when you read and saw those news articles. You care for the boys more so, "secretly" your affection gravitated more toward the kind-hearted Kim Taehuyng.

You look at Liu Mei" Is the internship open for all genders and races?"

Liu Mei" yes. It was posted this Sunday afternoon. You know I follow Bighit labels. I was so excited. I filled in the online application, and send all documents and a detailed resume. Anyone can apply. I was the 150th candidate online."

Sana "wow, I think the whole S.Korean Army will apply. You got through the competition. But we are rooting for you, hopefully, you'll get at least a personal invitation for an interview. You'll get to see their offices maybe you'll see them"

Dahyun "...they might still be on the Wings Tour in Chile, Brazil, or US. then they'll be in Asia -Japan. Maybe they'll be doing a the Festa at home. It depends on your interview dates. If you got to be so lucky, you might intern during their new single"

Liu Mei just clapped her hands happily. " Well I'll keep you posted...so Dahyun can I have today's Design class notes" looking pleadingly at Dahyun, I'll buy dinner tonite. "
With that Dahyun shift her notebook quickly toward Liu Mei. Everyone just laughs at Liu Mei s' antics.

You were discussing the upcoming examination dates and the summer vacation. It was almost 10 pm when the girls decided to retreat to the dorms.

You quickly went for a shower. Out of the blue, your left hand's wrist started to pain, the shampoo bottle slips out of your hand onto the shower floor.

You grab your wrist to rub the pain away just as quickly as the pain appeared so it went. You look concerned and confusedly at your wrist. Nothing looks out of the ordinary. You just shrugged it off and hurriedly dried yourself off.

Liu Mei Is under the covers already fast asleep. You put on your fluffy pj's and before you decide to go to sleep, you sent a text message to your family and Dylan.

The week passed without any event. The girls were studying diligently. You haven't seen Dylan for two days. They are busy with assignments.
You are all excitedly waiting for Liu Meis's birthday.It will be a formal 21st birthday party at the Hilton hotel in Beijing.

Liu Mei personally invited all of you, some girls in your dorm, Dylan and his two friends, and three of her closest classmates from the fashion design department.

Day of Liu Mei's 21st birthday

Liu Mei looked stunning her parents were so proud of their only heiress. Nothing but the best for their daughter. Everyone was dressed in cocktail wear.

The party venue was exquisite yet elegant. Liu Meis's dad made sure his daughter received the best as a young heiress.

After a lot of speeches, even Dahyun was chosen to speak on behalf of the friendship group and to render a song item.