A few days later

"The first day of next month is a suitable for their wedding." The holy astrologer predicted. "In the next 20 days, my younger son will get married." the widowed queen added. After Jungkook's father died due to illness, Taehyung became the king. However Taehyung's wedding has not yet been decided. 

Elsewhere I was in a carriage with Jungkook and we were heading to a secret place. I was writing a story in my study room when I was announced that Jungkook was outside. I quickly checked up on my appearance and went before him. He was all decked up and looking very handsome. He invited me on a date and I said yes, of course. And here we were in the carriage. 

"Where are you taking me dear second prince?" I asked casually as I sat beside him. "A location that holds deep personal significance to me, a place I believe will resonate with your refined taste—a spot close to my heart like you." he answered looking deep into my eyes.  

And soon we reached a lake up in the north of the kingdom. A beautiful green meadow which had a lake in the middle. The sky was clear and blue yet winds were strong making it a cool and pleasant weather. The lake was clear blue with the sky reflecting on it. Everything was like a fairytale. Jungkook got down and gave me a hand to get down too. I softly grasped his warm hands and allowed myself to be gently pulled near him. He guided me towards the lake as chirping of the birds followed. 

"This is a beautiful lake that my grandfather had gifted his wife when she married him. He named it Lake Celestia." Jungkook explained and it quickly hit me. Yes this was a lake which Jungkook brought Sooyoung to when he took her from Sung-Min. It was his favourite place. It looks just like how I described it in my novel. So majestic. 

"Would you care to partake in a swim within these tranquil waters alongside me?" Jungkook asked looking at me longingly. "I apologize, my dear prince, but I lack the knowledge of swimming." I added in a slightly fearful tone. 
The prince smiled as he added, "Fear not, my dear. I shall ensure your safety and provide gentle guidance amidst these aqueous depths" 

"I beg your pardon, dear prince, but I harbor a profound fear of the depths of water." I added hoping he would understand. He grew sad but smiled and understood nonetheless. "As you desire, my beloved. I shall not force you. Might you consider dipping your legs into the water as I embark on my swim? I yearn for you to experience the refreshing embrace of these cool waters." Jungkook asked. My heart was exploding with how gentle his words and touches were. "Of course my prince." 

He slowly stripped off layers until he was left with a soft undergarment making me shy yet bold enough to take peeks of his strong physique. He jumped into the water and I pulled up my skirt a little above my knee and dipped my bare legs into the water. 

I saw Jungkook swim gracefully and shamelessly ogled at him. Yet he showed no disgust, only love and passion. He slowly swam near me and spoke, "Why the hush, my dear? Might you indulge me in a conversation? I am entirely at your disposal." he added as he placed his strong arms around me, each hand next to one of my legs. It was such an intimate position as he looked up at me. "I have been crafting a fictional tale, my prince. Would you be inclined to listen?" I asked softly. 

"Of course, please tell." He added as he looked up. I felt my cheeks get red but continued nevertheless. It was a story about a heavenly love story. Between the prince of heavens and the rain goddess. How they fell in love but had to go through humanly trials to gain cultivation and claim the heavenly throne. In the process there was a misunderstanding causing the goddess to turn into flower petals after she killed herself in the humanly form. However with love and nurturing the prince brought her original celestial body back and they took a rebirth in the mortal world. This time no body could separate them and their love won over. They married and lived happily ever after. Jungkook listened to the story intently and was pretty happy after the ending was positive. 

"I was unaware of your exceptional writing talent, Sung-Min. Your creation is truly a masterpiece, an amalgamation of profound emotions, gripping drama, and unexpected twists. My dear love, your talents are extraordinary." Jungkook praised. His words might have been so cheesy yet he said it with so much love and authenticity. 

He gently held one of my foot causing me to yelp. "My lord, I must implore you to refrain from touching my foot. I am of noble birth, and you, a prince." I added surprised. 

"Sung-Min, my affection for you goes beyond the boundaries of my royal status. Today, I wish to demonstrate the depth of my love. By touching your feet, I am proclaiming you as my equal. My partner." He added and I covered my mouth as tears coated my eyes. I pulled him closer to hug him tightly. "My prince, you are not even aware of how much I love you." I added.