Jungkook sat alone in the kitchen staring at a stack of rejection letters. He knows the reality of this world, but he thought if he worked hard enough he would get a good job, but he was just getting rejection after rejection.

Financial stress weighed heavy on his shoulders, having a child is expensive, He sighed, contemplating his seemingly endless job search.

Y/n came out of the room, dressed up for work, she smiled as she looked at Jungkook and kissed his cheek. “Good morning baby.”

He looked up, weary eyes meeting hers. "I don't want you working. I can't let you bear the burden alone," he insisted.

“Baby, you know it has been my dream, right?” She said, He nodded his head.

“But what about Junseok?" Jungkook questioned, a mix of worry and determination in his gaze. "He needs at least one of us around, especially now.”

Y/n sighed, " You are with him right? "Y/n nodded, understanding his concerns. "That's why we share the responsibilities. It's not just about financial support,”

“Should I drop to work.” Jungkook asked. And they heard Jun crying. She sighed.

“No, I will go on my own.” She said and kissed his cheek.

“Best of luck.”
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Y/n nervously stepped into the office, eager for her first day, she has worked in other small companies and worked as assistant of famous designers but now the first time she was about to do what she loves.

As she went inside and was told to meet Taehyung in the meeting room, she knocked on the door and she entered as saw the room was filled with people.

“Oh right, can we appreciate the new head designer? Who is late on her first day of work?” Taehyung mockingly said.

Y/n apologized, she is indeed 8 minutes late. “Sorry sir.”

"I won't tolerate tardiness," he warned, his voice holding a possessive edge. “Take a seat.”

She nodded her head and sat on one of the chairs. She watched as other designers were presenting their ideas, Y/n was impressed by them but Taehyung kept rejecting them all.

“You all just want to recycle old ideas, I want something new. Jeon Y/n,” he said. Y/n got attentive.

“You will handle this project.” She was told.

“Me? But the show is at the start of January. How will I manage it?” She said,

“One month should be enough, you are handling this project, if you fail, you will lose your job.” He said. Y/n was just shown, it takes months to prepare one fashion show and here Taehyung wants to take care of it alone.

She does have some designs, she can make more and represent them.

She went to her table, and she didn't even get time to introduce herself to others and had to start working.

She didn't even realize when the first day ended why she was busy. Taehyung was just watching her, it was the start.

He wanted to give her so much workload that she doesn't have time for Jungkook or Junseok.
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Y/n went home, it was already 9 pm. She opened the door, and saw a worried Jungkook. “You took so much time.”

“Baby, I had informed you right, gosh, I feel so tired Jungkook.” She said and sit on the couch.

“How was the work baby?” He asked.

“Just so tiring.” She said,

“Do you want some coffee?” He asked, she nodded her head.

Jungkook went to the kitchen, he started making two cups of coffee. He took out the cake from the fridge, it was their anniversary, she seems to not remember it. But Jungkook remembered it. He light the candle up and placed the rose flower beside the cake.

He took it out to surprise Y/n, but when he brought it to the living room, he saw Y/n sleeping on the couch. “Y/n?”

He softly called but Y/n looked really tried, he sighed and placed the cake on the table.

He took off Y/n’s shoe and made her lay on the couch properly. He will bring her on a date tomorrow.

He caressed her face softly and kissed her forehead. “Happy anniversary baby, Thank you for being with me all these years.”

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Jungkook woke up and looked around the room. And Y/n was not there. He got up from the bed. He went out and she was not in the kitchen or living room. He looked at the time, maybe she left early.

He called her. And she picked it up. “Where are you?”

~“Sorry, for leaving without saying bye baby. I was late yesterday, and didn't want to be late again.” she said.

“Oh okay, when are you coming back? Can you come home early?”

~ “I will try, I couldn't spend time with Jun either.” She said,

“Okay then, I will wait.”

~ “Yeah sure and listen,” Y/n said.

“What?”

~ “I love you.” she said, causing Jungkook to smile.

“Love you too.” He said and sent her a kiss. “See you.”

He smiled before hanging up, he was excited now, he wanted to give her the best surprise.

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Y/n smiled as she hung up the call. “You are on time today but using your phone at work.” Taehyung said.

She turned to him surprised. “Oh sorry,”

“You know phones are not allowed during office hours?” He asked.

“Sorry, I will not use.” She said. Taehyung looked at the employee who took her phone from her.

“You can take your phone back after work.” Taehyung said before leaving.

The rest of the day, she got busy with work, the workload was no joke, she didn't even have time for breaks.

On the top Taehyung keep rejecting her ideas.

"Mr. Kim I'm struggling to keep up," Y/n pleaded, feeling the weight of the workload.

"You have potential, Y/n. I expect nothing less than perfection," he said “Now leave,”

The stress of the workload and Taehyung's relentless supervision created an atmosphere of suffocating pressure. As Y/n navigated through sketches and fabrics, she didn't even realize what time was, she is passionate about designs.

She knows that, Taehyung knows that too, even when workload is a lot. This is something that Y/n enjoys doing. And it is normal to lose track of time while doing what you love.

Taehyung left a little room for her to have personal time, he knows she is not gonna leave the work, she needs the jobs and she loves it too.

On the top, Taehyung can just watch her working even when he is in his office through CCTV and no one will question him.
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Y/n then entered the house and saw Jungkook. “Again late Y/n.”

“Sorry,” she said.

“Sorry? Really Y/n? It has just been two days and you have already started ignoring me and Jun.” He said.

“Are you serious? Am I ignoring this? Jungkook, I am handling a huge project, you know how hard it is?” She asked.

“You were the one who was so ready for Jun right? Now you are not even making time for him.” He said.

“I am doing it for him too, at least one of us needs a job, Jungkook.” She was exhausted and tired.

“Are you for real Y/n? I am not working because of you too. You should be taking care of Jun. But you are not, You were the one who told me you want him right. Now why are you not even taking care of your child? I have to be with him the whole day and night.”

“I am working,”,

“So Y/n? You should have chosen a job which is flexible.” he exclaimed.

“Are you jealous that I have a job while you don't?” she exclaimed, leaving Jungkook surprised.

“Wow, you think I would be jealous of you Y/n?”

“Yes, it has been just two days, and you are not even letting me work peacefully. I thought you were a supportive husband.” She exclaimed.

Jungkook took out a small box out of his pocket and threw it hard on the ground, making Y/n flinch. “Here, your anniversary gift. I just fcking want to surprise you.”

He said before leaving the house. It was cold outside, and he didn't even bring a jacket.

He was not expecting her to act that way, he was always supportive and cared about her. He doesn't have a problem with her working either, but her off timing is 5 PM yet she comes later than that, also she forgot about the anniversary and except for being apologetic she was being mad at Jungkook instead.

He decided to go and have some drinks in nearby bar, he even reserve a table for their date but they can't go.

Overall Jungkook was sad, nothing in his life was going the way he wanted. He didn't have a stable job, house, or life like he wanted or gave to Y/n.

After having a couple of drinks he decided to go back home, he went inside, and in dim lights he saw Y/n with the cake. She apologized to him

“You know I bought that cake yesterday right?”  he said.

“Ahh, I know. I am sorry, I was about to buy a new one but this one will go to waste if we don't eat it now.” She exclaimed, he walked to him and cupped his face.

“Happy anniversary, I am really, really sorry.” She said, putting her head over his. “I am sorry again, it's just the sudden project which stresses me out. I know I should learn how to balance Life and work, I promise I will.”

He saw her wearing the necklace he bought for her.

“It's not real.” He said.

“What?”

“The necklace.” He told her. “I made it.”

She smiled. “It's even more special then, I will give you my gift tomorrow. Okay baby?”

“Can I get your time for a gift?” He said.

“You can get my time now baby, I love you.” She exclaimed and kissed his lips.
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Y/n carefully wrapped the watch she had chosen for Jungkook, a thoughtful yet not extravagant gift.

She couldn't take a day off, but after work she decided to buy a gift for Jungkook. While going back home she unexpectedly bumped into Taehyung.

"I wasn't expecting you here.”Taehyung grinned, his eyes sparkling.

“Nothing, I was here to buy a gift for Jungkook.” She told him. “What about you?”

“Just shopping,” he said.

“You are such a different person outside of work.”

He chuckled. "Well, at work, I'm all business, but outside, we're friends! No need for formality. Should I help you find what you are looking for?”

“No, it's fine I already found a gift for Jungkook.” She said.

“Really? What is it?” He asked about it, Y/n showed him the watch. “Of course you have the best taste. Should I drop you home?”

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Jungkook smiled as Y/n give him the gift as Jungkook unwrapped his gift, his eyes widened at the sight of the Cartier watch.

Jungkook's eyes widened in disbelief as he unwrapped the Cartier watch. "Y/n, how... how did you afford this?" he asked, his tone a mix of shock and confusion.

Caught off guard, Y/n looked at it. “Wait what?”

She was confused about it. Maybe she accidentally exchanged the bags with Taehyung, but the bag was the same, just the watches are not.

Jungkook furrowed his brows, concern etched across his face. “This is a Cartier, it's so expensive. Are you okay, Y/n? Did you spend beyond your means?"

Y/n desperately searched for an excuse, not wanting to reveal Taehyung's involvement. “I don't know, I think my bag got misplaced or something. I bought another watch.”

“Oh god, then we need to return this one Y/n.” He said.

“Yes, I will.” She said, “Leave this, let's focus on our date okay? Let me go and wear my heels.”

She went to call Taehyung, “I think your watch got replaced with mine.”

~”No, it didn't, just an upgrade, did your husband like the watch?” He asked.

“Oh god, you purposely did it?” she asked.

~ “Hmm, yeah, of course, I wanted you to gift him something nice.”

“No, Taehyung. I can't accept this and tomorrow I will return this to you.” She said, and hung up the call.

Jungkook overheard their conversation. Taehyung?

Jungkook thought maybe he misheard and asked Y/n, “You met Taehyung again?”

“Taehyung?”

“I heard you talking in phone.” He told her. Jungkook find it weird. She can tell him if she has met Taehyung, it is not a big deal. Why would she hide it?

“Oh, not it was Taeyong the shop owner, I told them about the mistake, I will return the watch tomorrow.” She said,

He nodded his head. He trusts her, he really does. He just hopes she is not lying.
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