"Powerful women don't have attitude, they have standards."

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[A/N POV]

As time flew by a few minutes, Y/N's sobs slowed down, she felt comfort in his arms and so in just a few minutes, she went into her dreamland, unaware of the fact that her husband is still awake and is basically, controlling himself right now. He softly patted her back and caressed her hair, her soft breaths blowing near his neck, which was giving a hard time to his little buddy.

After all, which man won't lose his brain seeing such a dazzling beauty in his arms?

Oh well, Jungkook knew his limits, he knew she's drunk and more than that, her words just now... They were ringing in his head like an alarm. He didn't understand what she meant by saying that, but by now he has known one thing very clear- Min Y/N has some connection with his past, a past that he's oblivious of.

"What are you hiding from me Y/N? Am I that untrustable in your eyes or should I have to repent more? Please don't torture yourself like this, wifey."

With these heartwarming words coming from his side, he carefully picked her up in his embrace making sure he doesn't disturb her sleep, and carried her towards her room. The peaceful face of hers, the long lashes resting on her skin, the soft breaths, everything about her was giving him a ton of indecipherable emotions.

He noticed the strap of her spaghetti top had gone loose and it was now resting near her arms, exposing her collarbone. Steadily, he put the strap in the right position and tucked her in the warm blanket, gazing at her serene figure.

"You are really...beautiful, potato." He muttered placing his hand on her face and caressing her lips, the lips he just kissed.

A red tint made its way on his cheeks remembering the passionate moment. How much he wished for her to be in her senses, he knew she might not remember this after she wakes up, making him a little sad but soon his lips curved into a smile.

"Sleep well." He spoke to her resting figure, smiling like an idiot reminiscing the moment.

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[Y/N POV]

With the strong rays of light hitting on my face, I woke up scrunching my eyes and nose, of course with a terrible headache. It felt like my body was broken down into pieces and then joined again, I must've slept in the wrong position. Steadily getting up from the bed, I stretched my hands and did my morning routine.

Walking my way towards the kitchen I was welcomed by the aroma of freshly cooked soup. Oh! I just noticed Jungkook was the one cooking it whilst humming some melodies.

Wait. He's cooking?

My eyes widened looking at him busy cooking, I'm afraid there might be a blast in the kitchen considering his culinary skills, but then I noticed he was keenly observing and following the instructions from a YT video.

Cute.

I made my way toward him and stood near the counter in front of him, making the man surprised as ever.

"You woke up?" He asked.

"Yes."

"Drink it up, it'll help in recovering from your hangover." He said placing the bowl of soup in front of me making me crouch my brows in confusion, I'm forgetting something.

I remember that I drank a lot yesterday, we talked, he asked me something and then I told him something but what did I tell him?

Don't tell me I revealed...that.

No way. I got gobsmacked when revelation struck me inside out, a chill sent down my spine. What if he knows?

"Y/N?" He asked pulling me out of thoughts.

"Huh? Uh... Did I... I mean... You know? Did I tell you something yesterday?" His brows joined together in perplexity wondering what I'm talking about and I think he's also confused just like me. Way better if he doesn't know. I was praying internally that he shouldn't have heard of anything related to the past.

"What are you talking about?" He questioned, placing his arms towards his broad chest.

"Yesterday, we had drinks together and I guess I had three or four glasses, maybe more. I don't remember anything after that. Did I.. like.. reveal something?" I played with my fingers unable to match his eyes. His expression turned stern in a second, making me wonder why is he annoyed?

Please... I don't want you to know.

Before I could say something he placed his hand on my waist and pulled me towards himself, my hands landing on his torso and I nearly jumped out of my skin, at his sudden move.

"Min Y/N, are you dating someone?" He asked. The atmosphere suddenly turned tense, I looked up into eyes, now showing annoyance in them. Every time he says my full name, it just makes the atmosphere turn tense. I guess that's just a 'Jungkook-thing'.

"No." I shook my head in denial, of course, there's no way I can date anyone else when I literally have such an amazing person as my life partner. But the question arises, why did he ask that? Is he suspecting me?

Or... is he jealous?

"Then, why are you behaving like a woman who's having an affair?" He whispered in my ear tightly holding my waist as if it belonged to him.

"No! Why would I do that?" I spoke annoyed by his assumption.

"Good for you because if you dare to take any other man's name I'll make sure I make you moan my name till you lose your voice." He purred near my ear, his hot breath working like magic and his hand caressing my midriff giving me a ticklish feeling. A red tint instantly appeared on my face listening to his words. I didn't imagine he'll actually say something like this.

He is jealous.

I have a question looking at his behaviour now... No matter how mature a guy gets, why are their hormones stuck at fourteen?

Chuckling to myself I replied further, well it's nice to tease him isn't it?

"Why do I need to take someone else's name when I have such a hot meal in front of me?" I retorted, smirking and gazing into his beaming eyes, the sexual tension suddenly took a total three-sixty flip between us. His demeanor darkened, I can make out he wetted his dried lips and a smirk kept up on his lips.

"Don't say such things Y/N, I might devour you right now." He uttered, his nose bopping on mine and a small smile appeared on his face.

"Then do it." My smirk widened at his words and I whispered sensually in his ears, I guess even his ears turned pinkish at this point.

Porcelain skin, sharp jawline, pointed nose, small waist, pinkish lips, a cute mole on his lips and I guess abs too, all these gems that god created especially taking out time from his busy schedule and gave it to a man named Jeon Jungkook. I wonder how many days it would've taken to create a masterpiece like this man in front of me.

But... Why are we having this conversation?

What are we exactly?

Friends? Yes, to some point.

Best friends? No, he has his hyungs.

Lovers?

My eyes dilated like ping-pong balls when the realisation hit me. Does he have feelings for me?

Our intense moment got a halt when my phone buzzed and I know they must be calling me for work.

"Take the call, we'll have this convo later, wifey." He mumbled giving a peck on my cheek and rushed away towards the living room, leaving me in a daze, my mouth wide open in amusement.

What just happened?

He... Pecked... My cheek.

That's it I lost my thinking skills when he said and did that. I placed my hand on my cheek and the phone still ringing in my hand but I was unable to pick it up, I was numb for a moment until he looked back at me and gestured to pick up the call. I glanced back at the screen and took up the call. As expected, I was summoned for work and so, without wasting any more time I got ready for going to the law office.

In the process, the 'soup' made by him slipped out of my mind. Before leaving for work, I made sure to drink it. After all, he made it with a good amount of effort, I can't let it go to waste. I slowly took a sip of the soup and instantly regretted my choice.

"What poison is this?!" I whisper yelled, internally cursing and glanced towards Jungkook. He was sitting in the living room and I'm grateful he didn't look at my reaction just now.

With trembling hands, I took the bowl near my mouth and with my right hand, I tightly clenched my nose and drank the liquid in one go and then drank a huge gulp of water lightly hitting my chest and and coughing a little to handle this amazing soup.

Momentarily, it was time for us to part ways, I had work and he had to return to his house. I'm certain, any more delay will be reckless of me and so, I took my belongings and walked towards him, the male appeared like he was waiting for me. He glanced up at me and I portrayed a toothy smile towards him.

"The soup was delicious. Thank you for making it for me."

"Really? You liked it?" He jumped up from his seat squeaking like a kid ready to get appreciated.

I nodded and then caressed his hand which had a purplish bruise on it, I'm aware his fingers scalded in the morning because he, being the clumsy human as always, touched the superheated container instantly hurting his fingers.

"Yes, don't get hurt anymore."

I would've applied something to it but time is less in my hands and so with the last words uttered from my mouth I smiled towards him and rushed outside.

Jungkook was acting weird since morning his actions did seem very different but now work was my main priority. I bid him goodbye and we parted ways.

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Sometimes, I wonder, what will happen to us when this case gets solved.

Will we part ways?

Will we live together?

Brushing off these unknown questions, I swiftly drove my car towards the designated place. Unknowingly, my eyes made their way towards the kindergarten, when I had to stop the car due to red signal. Small kids were happily enjoying and playing, looking at them for a brief moment my problems and tensions subsided away, and a gracious smile made its way on my face. Soon, the signal turned green and I was back to my usual self.

In half an hour or so I reached the workplace, again surrounded by reporters. The camera flashes almost blinded me and I walked away, ignoring all the questions. Well, the hearing is the day after tomorrow all the media attention is on us. I'm grateful that my assistant helped me in moving away from the crowd and soon I was welcomed by Jaehoon, a crooked smile on his face as always.

I almost forgot who he really is. Looks sure are deceiving. His hazel eyes and beautiful looks, completely in contrast with how hideous he is. Just you wait Jaehoon, I'll take you behind the bars. You deserve hell and your boss...

That fucker, JK.

I'll kill him with my own hands.

I thought with rage building up inside me, this face, this handsome face of his, my hands are itching to scratch that smile off it. How many families, people, women, even children this man has murdered heartlessly? Certainly, he deserves something worse than hell.

"Miss Min, we've compiled all the evidences, please have a final look on it." Jaehoon uttered placing the file in front of me on the black-furnished table. Putting a halt on all the different sorts of murderous thoughts hurdling in my mind, I carefully read the file paying no heed to the man staring at me.

"Alright, we're all set." I proclaimed closing the file and turned my heels, walking towards my desk and took a seat there.

I was about to speak further but got stopped by a knock on the door. Soon, Mrs. Kwon entered and flashed a professional smile at me.

"Hello Miss Min, I know you're quite busy but can we talk for a moment?" She asked peeking towards Jaehoon and I understood what she meant. We needed privacy to talk about things. I remember I asked her to have an eye on our boss, Mr. Jun and I'm pretty sure she has something vital to inform.

"We'll talk outside." I got up from my seat ignoring Jaehoon's questioning glances at us and made my way out towards the small balcony in the firm. Mrs. Kwon lit up her cigarette and offered me one which I gladly accepted, with a cup of coffee in my hand.

"Well, you were right Mr. Jun is hiding something, he has some connection with the gang." She informed puffing out the smoke and leaning on the railing, making me raise a brow at her affirmation.

"I did expect this from him." I spoke out taking a sip of my coffee and placing the cup in front.

"He's a scumbag. I saw him taking bribes from the other party to flip the case of politician, Im Mudoek. Well, all know he was guilty of the money laundering case, the opposition had strong proof. Guess what our righteous Mr.Jun did? He bribed the judge and changed the verdict, totally!" She huffed frustrated taking a long puff from her cigarette stomping her toe and I rolled my eyes listening to her.

"I'm glad there aren't any boundations you by that bastard." I chuckled at her statement.

"He can't order me around, he knows if he does, the first person who'll lose everything will be him." An evil smirk appeared on my face and the lady chuckled.

Mr. Jun is aware of me being the largest shareholder in this firm and also, I'm aware of his secrets such as these. One mistake by him and he's doomed. Enjoy as much as you want for now Mr.Jun, soon you'll also be landing up in prison. I fisted my hands, angered.

"Remember, the bar reserved for only the members of Hangang?" She asked gaining my attention and I nodded, waiting for more information whilst puffing the stick.

"Some men from Black Bullet were giving him money the other day, at the VIP lounge of the bar." I coughed on the toxic smoke.

"Are you alright?" She asked, concerned, placing her hand on my shoulder.

"Yes. Actually, I'm trying to leave smoking." I assured, displaying a little smile towards her, making her raise her brows, amused at my statement.

"Is that because of a guy?" She straightforwardly questioned. Suddenly, the mood as well as the topic changed and I gazed at her wide-eyed only to see the woman wriggling her brows ready for some tea. Like mother, like son. I remember her son, Min Hyuk also caught on to my words and actions so fast as if he knew what was on my mind. I sighed and nodded confirming her suspicion.

"Boyfriend?" She asked portraying a wide smile on her face.

"Someone more than that." I displayed my left hand showing her the ring placed on it. She clapped her hands on her mouth, amused and glanced here and there, before squealing like a teen.

"You-you're engaged?!" She whispered, pure shock visible on her face.

I'm married. As much as I wanted to announce this to the world but my urge was subdued because I knew what sort of a person I've tied the knot with. We... can't be public. I sighed playing with metallic ring on my hand and spoke further ignoring her question.

"Mrs. Kwon don't follow our boss anymore, it's dangerous." I requested the lady, placing the toxic stick in my hand into the coffee cup and crushing it. This is way too twisted, I was always suspicious of Mr. Jun but I didn't expect him to be this vicious. Certainly, I couldn't risk Mrs. Kwon's life.

With the last words coming from my mouth, I turned my toes ready to go back but her words afterwards, made me stop on my track.

"Congratulations, Miss Min! Don't worry, my lips are zipped." Mrs. Kwon whisper yelled from a distance and I turned back towards her, bowing a little, thanking her for this sweet gesture.

People like this in my world, are hard to find.

"Thank you."

"I want a full-fledged detailed conversation on your love story though." She exclaimed and giggled like a teen who's ready to listen to dramatic stuff.

"One day, we'll have that conversation. Take care." I smiled at her and steadily made my way back towards my cabin.

'She's a good person.' I thought smiling to myself, until I noticed Jaehoon standing in front of me, tapping his foot impatiently. Apparently, he noticed me too and hurriedly made his steps towards me.

"We've been called at the company to discuss some important matters." He informed taking the car keys. I took a deep breath and nodded in agreement and once again I was alone with this man.

Why do the heavens love it so much when this man is around me?

I silently sat on the front seat of the car and he started driving, there was silence between us and I was glad of that quietness. It made me feel at ease somehow.

Once again, we passed through the same kindergarten I saw in the morning, the street light was again red.

Deja vu.

I glanced outside from the transparent window to have a look at the kids. Maybe it's just me, but whenever I see these little kids smiling, and playing joyfully, it just soothes me somehow. Maybe there smile... Helps in conquering my pain. A smile spread on my face when I looked at them in awe, some were playing, some were running, some were crying with a runny nose looking so cute.

But then, my eyes made their way to the other side of the road. I saw a little girl, most probably belonging to the same school standing alone near the crosswalk. She appeared so blank, so empty, as if she were in deep thoughts. I wondered, if the lights are red why isn't she crossing the road? No, why is standing there all alone? Where's her teacher?

Is she having difficulty in crossing the road?

I observed she placed one of her small feet forwards but then immediately got back, nervously. The road sure is still right now, but it'll soon be green light. I'm afraid she might get stuck there and vehicles are sometimes really scary. This little kid might get hurt.

"Jaehoon, park the car somewhere and wait for me, I'll be back in a minute." I ordered getting out of the car without paying attention to what he was saying, at present this kid seemed more important to me than anything else.

"Miss Min wait!"

I made my way through the crosswalk towards the little girl and stood beside her. I think she did notice me but then blankly stared at the road, now gone busy.

"Do you want to cross the road?" I asked her, she glanced at me for a moment and then again turned her head forwards without saying anything. I think, she's intimidated by me.

There was a small clip attached to her luscious hair, which was on the verge of falling down. It appeared pretty and I'm quite certain she'll be sad if she lost that clip. After all, little kids are fond of cute things, right? And so, I carefully took her clip in my hands and she placed her hands above her head afraid of me. I slowly put the clip in its right place and smiled at her.

"It won't fall now." I affirmed and she slowly put her arms down. Her brownish eyes appeared so innocent, so pure. I guess, I scared her. She glanced everywhere but me and then slowly bowed a little expressing her gratitude.

"Thank you." She spoke in her soothing voice. A single word spoken by her and it took me by surprise that such a small kid has a voice as beautiful as hers.

Looking at her a little closely, I saw her features resembled someone. Doe eyes, long lashes, porcelain skin, pinkish lips, sharp nose and a cute mole below her lips. Her hair was beautifully combed and it reached to her shoulders.

Wait.

She looks like...

The little-female version of Jungkook.

"Miss Min!" Jaehoon's screaming voice brought me back to Earth and I couldn't stop but stare at the little kid in front of me, until he spoke further catching me off-guard.

"What are you doing here, Sarang?"

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POTATO'S NOTE:

Well the story is
getting intense now, what are your thoughts on the new character? Personally, I'm in love with the name 'Sarang'.🥺

Meme time!

Why's this so accurate? XD
If this does happen in reality, it'll be really cute to see that the cup remained the same during the whole journey, it'll be like a memory haha.

Exactly! I should be the one on my knees, sir. 🌚