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“I love you, daddy” he whispered, and Jimin kissed him…hard.

“Oh my goodness!” Jungmin squealed, jumping on the bed.

“It’s for your dad brat! Get down!” Lisa pulled his legs, and he started laughing.

“I’m just so happy tonight! Finally!” He said.

“It’s not even a proposal yet, so what are you gonna do at the proposal?” She laughed.

“Probably ring it around the whole of Korea, gosh!” He shouted, and she laughed again.

“Dad is happy, and that makes me happy too” Jennie said.

“I’m glad he got a good man like Mr. Jeon” Nancy said.

“Me too” Jennie muttered.

“You don’t feel bad for your father?” Nancy faced her.

“Father hurts dad when we were still with him, and I think leaving the house was the best thing that has ever happened to dad” Jennie replied, and Nancy stroked her hair.

The staffs finally left when Jungkook broke the kiss, then he pecked Jimin on the nose tip.

“You’re cute” he whispered.

“And you’re hot” Jimin replied, whispering the HOT which made Jungkook smile.

“Thanks for always making every day of my life memorable, baby” Jimin said.

“Finally I got to hear you call me baby again” he chuckled, and they hugged again.

Jimin might have loved Namgil a lot back then, but the amount of emotions he’s feeling right now will surely overshadow what he felt back then.

He’s so in love with this man and he’d do anything to make him and their son happy.

“You should open the gift boxes” Jungkook said, and Jimin broke the hug to go to the boxes.

He started opening them calmly, and each gift brought smiles to his face.

There are shoes, bags, accessories and a whole lots of other things.

Who confesses feelings to a someone with this much expensive gifts? No one but Jeon Jungkook.

He dropped the box of classic accessories with him and smiled at him before walking fast to him.

He hugged him again.

Finally he found his peace. The peace he lost years ago came back in another way, bigger than it was.

“I love you” he whispered, and Jungkook smiled, whispering the answer in his ear.

An hour later, the kids were already asleep in their respective rooms.

Nancy and Jennie in a room. Lisa in a room and Jungmin in another though.

The couple came back to their room, and immediately they shut the door, they faced each other, and their lips found each other.

The kiss graduated into a steamy romance eventually, and minutes later, Jimin’s moans erupted.

*

HAVEN HOSPITAL*

Seokjin rushed in alone, and he met the assigned doctor in front of Soyoon’s ward already.

He didn’t wait to say anything to him before rushing in, and true to his words over the phone, Soyoon is already awake.

“Soyoon!” He rushed to his bed, and Soyoon raised his hand gently.

Jin held it…

“I’m here, I’m glad you’re finally awake. I missed you a lot” he sniffed.

“Don’t cry for me. I’m not worth your tears” Soyoon smiled sadly, his lips so pale.

“Huh?” Jin blinked.

“Do you know what I was doing in Matty’s car before the accident?”

Jin shook his head.

“I gave him information about Taehyung, and he came to tell me he’s gonna kill him to have you … I supported him, and he was the one who gave me the new car” he confessed.

“What!” Jin gasped.

“Yeah, and I’m not expecting you to forgive me. When I get well, I’m gonna go back to the US and you can forget you ever had a brother. I don’t deserve you” Soyoon hiccupped, and Jin slowly let go of his hand.

He stood and left the ward, wiping the tears that fell from his eyes.

He bumped into someone, and through the body scent, he knew it was Taehyung immediately.

He didn’t bother to look up before hugging him, and Taehyung hugged him back.

“Stop crying” he patted.

*

THE HWANGS*

Ann came to the mansion as usual, and she had a few rounds with Felix before coming downstairs with him.

Wang came into the house at the same time, and she smiled.

“You made it your habit to come here whenever I’m not around. Isn’t that something to be suspicious about? I’m not an idiot and I know what Felix is capable of” he said.

“I’ve been in your room waiting for you all day. You can go check your bathroom, it’s still wet because I had my bath and waited for you. Stop the suspicions I’m not a slut for everyone, and I don’t like Felix” she replied.

“So what’s the plan, brother?” Felix asked, coming down.

“How long has she been here?” Wang questioned.

“Am I supposed to know that? She came to see you and not me” Felix replied, taking his seat.

Wang looked at Ann again, and she shrugged as he sat.

“Dad is not gonna make it. I talked to the doctor and he said he can only get through it for three more days” he said.

“Cool, meaning we have to get rid of those two annoying juniors before three days, perfect!” Felix grinned.

Ann smiled greedily.

If the father is dying and the two are getting all his wealth, then it means she’d have a share of it.

She’s gonna be f**king the two brothers and getting their cash.

In about two months, she’s gonna leave the country.

She smiled again, fantasizing about her life in Paris already.

*

NAMGIL’S MANSION*

Gyuvin has been sitting by the door since he came here.

Namgil is not in, and his line has been off.

He has cried a lot and he’s currently tired. His eyes are painfully red and he’s holding nothing but his phone as he shivered in the coldness of the night.

“Jimin…you can’t…you can’t do this to me…I’m wrecked” he started crying again, and he looked up when a taxi stopped in front of the house.

Namgil came out of it and he spranged up.

“Namgil!”

“Easy, why do you look like a virgin ghost?” He rolled eyes as the taxi drove away.

“Namgil I’m ruined. Jimin ruined me. I have no penny with me and no one is ready to give me a job! He got my money safe for Namgil and now he’s out of the country. I’m stranded and…and I’m going crazy and….I can’t think!!!” He cried loudly.

“You had a money safe?” Namgil frowned.

“I’m sorry for not telling you but..

“You had a money safe but you still set my chest on fire asking for money every day? You deserve it! You betrayed him so it’s only right that he took his revenge!” He spat.

“Are you stupid or something? Do you think you’re free either? You staked all your life on a deal with Jungkook and do you know who Jungkook is to him? I guess you weren’t told the news but Ann told me that he’s the father of his baby! Jungkook’s only child belongs to Jimin and they even confirmed it in front of the staffs. Jungkook is his baby daddy and you’re in trouble too. I think you’re in a trap!” He shouted tearfully.

“What are you talking about? The news about the land will be out on Sunday and I’ll become rich. I’m gonna kill Jungkook and have Jimin back so what are you…

“Get back to your senses don’t you see what’s going on? We’re both under Jimin’s revenge and I swear we’re in trouble! We’re…

“I staked a billion for the deal and Jungkook staked a billion too! We both have money on it so …

“Jungkook is a trillionaire bastard! Losing just a billion means nothing to him for sure! I’m waiting for your tears on Sunday, it’s so sure that you’re gonna cry like me, and then maybe you’d commit suicide” he said and left.

Namgil stood stupidly for some minutes before gulping, folding his shaky hands.

*

NEXT DAY, ERA STUDIOS*

Seokjin and Taehyung came in the same car, and he sighed when the driver pulled up.

“So what? Are you gonna forgive Soyoon or not?” He asked.

“He tried to kill you with Matty” he replied.

“Yeah but I’m still alive” he said.

“You know what? Let’s not talk about him ok? Let’s go for our shoots” he said.

“Shoots only” Taehyung smiled.

“Yeah, only” Jin replied, and they laughed before getting out of the car together.

They entered hand in hand, and as expected, the unending gasps and murmurs from other models started playing, all eyes on their hands till they got out of sight.

They arrived at his dressing room and met Lan arranging his dresses for today’s shoot on a movable hanger already.

“Oh! You two…” He said, hiding his shock as he stared at their hands.

“What are you still doing here?” Jin questioned.

“What do you mean? Mr Seokjin…

“I’m sorry I’m late! I had stomach cramps! I’m so sorry!” A new lady entered the room, panting for breaths.

“You’re no longer needed as my manager. I can’t possibly keep a toxic person like you close despite everything you’ve done to me” Jin said, and Lan gasped.

“I promise to never indulge myself in your private life anymore Mr. Seokjin but… please spare me just this once and…

“Get out” Jin glared.

“Mr. Seokjin, I promise I…

“Now!” He yelled, and Lan scurried out.

A relieved breath left Seokjin’s nostrils immediately.

“I’ll recheck the dresses” the new lady said.

“Please” Jin replied, and Taehyung turned him to himself.

“You ok?” He asked.

“I’ve never felt more ok” he replied, and Taehyung gave him a big hug with a wide smile.

*

CRUZ ISLAND, 12PM*

Thanks to the bright sun in the sky, it’s a perfect day to get wet in the water.

The kids had to use floats in the pool though with several meals surrounding the pool for consumption.

Jennie and Nancy sat by the edge and just watched since they can’t swim yet.

“Lisa, do you still remember that day when we went to the sea and you almost drowned?” Jungmin suddenly asked.

“I don’t wanna remember” she shook her head.

“I was expecting you to become aquaphobic after that, but here you are, swimming” he laughed.

“Duhh” she shrugged, adjusting her float on her waist.

“Is there anything you both haven’t tried together? Heard you went to Zima mountains too” Nancy said from the edge, taking a huge bite from the berry.

“Jungmin said they’re partners in crime” Jennie said gently.

“You know you look gentle but you’re actually not, you talk a lot” Jungmin said, and Jennie laughed.

“Of course I talk, I have mouth”

“Heard that?” Jungmin faced Lisa, and she laughed too.

“Can we go to Santorini with you during the summer break?” Lisa asked.

“I’ll convince my brother Taehyung to go with his new guy so I’m just gonna tag along” Nancy said.

“New guy?’ Jennie faced her.

“Kim Seokjin!” Nancy screamed.

“Wait! The tall handsome model? I love him so much!” Lisa shouted.

“Thanks, I’ll tell him you love him” Nancy said proudly.

“Crazy” Jungmin muttered, and the girls laughed.

Meanwhile, the new couple are on the wide island sea.

Jimin is in a white swimsuit, and he has a fancy bandana on his head, holding his hair together. It’s already growing long again.

He’s currently on a water jet, sitting behind Jungkook who’s shirtless with just black shorts on his lower body.

They’re going jet skiing, and the jet is ready to move.

“Ready?” He asked from the front, grabbing the handles as Jimin held him tight.

“Yes daddy!” Jimin shouted in response, and Jungkook screwed it off, riding into the tides.

“Oh my gawd!!!” Jimin screamed, holding his shoulders to stand briefly.

“No one told me jet skiing is this fun” he laughed.

“It’s always the best to see for yourself” Jungkook replied, and Jimin sat back, wrapping his arms on him again.

“I love the river so much” Jimin muttered, looking around the mystifying view as the jet moved faster on her waves.

The happiness kept coming bigger and bigger, and Jimin kept hoping he’s not taking too much.

Here he is, with his man… having the best time of his life but…he couldn’t help but feel like a deep blow is coming.

He closed his eyes, resting on his back as he drifted into fantasy, forgetting his worries and deciding to enjoy NOW.

*

NEXT DAY, NAMGIL’S PLACE*

Namgil hasn’t left the TV since daybreak. He has been in front of it, waiting for when the news is gonna break.

The ultimatum for him to return the cash he borrowed from the bank is this week.

If he fails to do it, then his company is the collateral.

The one he borrowed from loan sharks has this week as ultimatum too, and he used his house and cars as collateral.

If there’s a single snap, then he’d lose everything, so he’s praying with all he has as he watched the TV with straight attention.

The time clocked 5, and he strained his eyes as the land news broke.

He spranged up from his chair, his heart beating so fast…

🎙️ The State government has decided to build an additional seaport plus the existing one for easier access to the foreign traders and businesses as the population of the trade kept increasing. Zima sea was chosen for…

Namgil couldn’t wait to hear the remaining news…

He was already sweating as he brought out his phone and checked online.

The article is out too, and it’s the same thing.

“No!” He muttered, rushing out of the house.

*

JUNGKOOK’S MANSION*

The family is just arriving from Cruz, excluding Nancy though because her driver came for her at the airport.

They were just getting down from the car when another car drove into the gate.

Kim rushed out of it, beaming with happiness.

“Boss! We were right! It’s Zima! Our land at Zima! You’re about to get richer again boss!” He shouted ecstatically.

“Wow!” Jungkook faced Jimin.

“We did it” he smiled.

“We should probably throw a party this time around” Jungmin said.

“I want a party too!” Jennie jumped.

“What do you say boss?” Kim asked, and Jungkook was about to talk when a taxi stopped in front of the house.

Namgil came out of it, rushing to the already locked gate.

“Jungkook! Jungkook you saw the news right? It’s not jumbo district! It’s Zima sea land! We bought the wrong land!” He shouted hotly, slamming his palms on the gate.

Jungkook pocketed an hand and walked to him, the gate acted as a barricade between them anyways.

“We lost, shit happens” he said with a big smile.

“You aren’t seriously smiling right now are you? I lost a billion and I have a lot of debts Jungkook! I get that a billion means nothing to you but to me…

He stopped talking when he saw Jungkook kept smiling, then his eyes widened.

“Wait…the Zima sea land, you….

“You’re smart after all. Yes, I own it, I bought it since two months ago” Jungkook said calmly.

“What! Then you tricked me to buy Jumbo? How could you!!! How could you Jeon Jungkook!!!” Namgil yelled.

“I tricked us…. remember I have a billion wasted on that jumbo district too” Jungkook said.

“How could you!!!! I’m in trouble right now Jungkook! I’m in debts and…

“Maybe you should talk to me instead” Jimin came forward, and Namgil’s arms dropped.

“Still remember the agony you made me pass through for years? You’re gonna pass through everything in just a short period of time, and I can’t wait to watch you crumble. I promised to take everything away from you remember? Now this is it, you’re empty” he smiled.

“No! Jimin you can’t…you can’t do that to me!!!!” He pulled roughly at the gate like he’s gonna tear it down, and Jimin smiled again.

“Deal with it, Nam” he called him like he used to call him back then, and tears built up inside his eyeballs.

“No Jimin I still love you I swear! I regret doing that to you and I’ve been suffering for it all my life! Don’t do this to me I’m gonna die on debts!!” He cried out

“Then die” Jimin muttered, and his eyes widened.

“What!”

A car halted behind him, and the two brothers came out all smiles.

“Wait…. Why are you still alive? Didn’t you see the news?” Bishop asked.

Namgil gasped for breath just once…

“Good, now do it like a good boy” Angelina smiled, and he gasped for breath again, passing out on the ground.

Jimin took a deep breath with closed eyes, and Jungkook pulled him to himself, hugging his face to his chest.

“Call the mortuary…I mean ambulance” Bishop said, and Angelina got his phone.

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TBC.