"Are you ready doll?" Parker opened the door to Maya's room in the same suite which Hoseok have kindly arranged for them.

"Yep, just right up." Maya flared her already long lashes with some extra brown mascara, matching her soft brown eyes, and newly dyed light brown hair.

Both the friends have settled in well since a couple of days ago when they touched down in Seoul. Of coz, nothing was of ordinary as Hoseok ensured both his highly loved employees got all the extra attention and care since they land in South Korea.

From the brand new elegant Hyundai Palisade gracing the airport pick up, personal drivers and assistants to one of the most expensive-looking hotels, Seoul Shilla Hotel. Hoseok got it all covered.

While Parker is clearly channelling his inner diva, Maya is not too comfortable with the posh and avant-garde of this trip, which she noted to speak to Hoseok about to not spoil their employees like this the next time.

"You got the files Parker?" Maya secured a tiny silver chain around her neck, fingers running through the moon pendant resting coldly against her tan skin.

She looked through her big vanity mirror and noticed Parker pointing his briefcase with his iPad in it, indicating the boy is ready with all the necessity.

"Let's meet the Kims then." Maya smiled, took one last look at her outfit, all decked up in a professional-looking grey pants and blazer, with a soft white silk tank top underneath.

She walked to the closet, took a pair of Louiboutin nude pumps, stepped into it and headed towards the lobby where the driver awaits.

"To VC main office please." Parker said as he and Maya both settled in the back seats of the Palisade, ready to tackle the town of Seoul, meeting with the biggest business tycoon here.

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"Woah..." Parker's amusement was not silenced for his own good, to say the least. The boy continued to gasp and comment on all the magnificently designed buildings as they passed by each one.

"Omg look Maya, it looks like our bean in Chicago." Parker excitedly grabbed onto Maya's arm, dying for her attention as he pointed out the car's window.

"That's the DD Plaza Parker."

"D what? Whose D is that huge, girl! I'mma get that D."

"Parker, it's not funny plus keep it low." Maya rolled her eyes but managed to chuckle a little as he saw the driver glancing through the rearview mirror at Parker.

"It's the Dongdaenum Design Plaza. It's one of the newest and most urban landmarks here in Seoul. Pretty lit at night." Maya further explained, already pulling out her expertise with buildings and landmarks.

"Damn, sure it looks lit even in the daylight, sleek. We need to do something better Maya." Parker took the challenge very close to his heart.

"I'm sure we can, depending on how accommodating the Kims will be."

Maya was nervous. Although she is an expert in her very own way, always rolling up her sleeves in the field of designing and have earned so many positive and reputable comments for her contribution, she is still not very confident with her own skills.

Crossing all the way to Seoul and making a design coming to life here is not a joke. She is feeling the extra pressure on her shoulder as she is representing not only Gardler in the international map but also Hoseok's personal reputation as one of the best modern architect in the world.

Talk about pressure. Maya is sitting on it like a time bomb.

"Relax doll, you'll be fine."

"Huh?" Maya's bubble of worries was burst open by Parker as the blond male held his best friend's hand.

"I can see you're worried and I know your insecurity is crawling in again."

Maya only replied with a small smile, need not say anything further to Parker who can see through him like a clean slate.

"Let me assure you Maya, Seoul will be the land where your work will be recognized even further. I'm sure you will continue to excel and do only the best."

"Thanks Parker. It means a lot."

"Great, so you owe me a bottle of wine for the night then. Thanks!" Parker chirpily said as Maya chuckled, leaving the worries at the back of her head for another day as the Palisade pulled around the modern-looking glass building driveway.

As soon as Maya's door was opened by the guard at the door earlier, she was stunned by the grandiose entrance of the building with two big letters plastered above it.

VC

"Talk about branding, the Kims are like huge everywhere here in Seoul." Parker joined beside Maya, ready to step into the building.

"Not just here in Seoul handsome. In entire Korea, SEA and also European continent."

A soft male voice countered back, startling both Maya and Parker who originally made the comment.

"I beg your pardon?" Parker turned back to only come face to face in contact with a silver head male, dressed in YSL black suit, black glasses framing his sharp facial features.

The said male smirked and ran his fingers through his hair, gently throwing his head back.

"Might wanna know about the company's background before stepping your feet in it sweetheart. Now, if you may excuse me." The silver head bowed politely, went pass in between Maya and a flustered Parker as more employees bowed to the man as he walked into the lift like a model on a runway.

"Gosh, he is hot."

"Shut your mouth Parker, don't get us into any trouble will ya?"

Parker pouted slightly and nodded as both of them were further greeted by a lady with a small tablet in her hand, escorted them to the highest level, ready to meet Mr Kim.

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"Please, have a seat. Mr Kim will be with you shortly." The said lady whose name tag on her chest printed as Ms Rosa bowed respectfully, as two other staffs served Maya and Parker with an array of choices from tea to coffee.

"Sure, thank you, Ms Rosa." Maya returned a small bow and smiled politely as she took a seat on a single couch facing the door, ready to greet Mr Kim if he walks in.

Parker was again taken into a special exciting journey when he noticed how posh and well designed the interior of the office is.

"It does not look like a waiting room at all, it's like a freaking CEO's office." Parker said as he took a tour around the white interiors, polished marbles and black aesthetics decorating the furniture and accessories.

While sipping on her hot tea, Maya too took a look around and was quite impressed with the office building as well as the interior of the building. She was floored by how gorgeous each corner of the VC office looks like.

"I wonder why the Kims need us when they can re-engage the previous designer for this office to work on their new expansion." Parker was flipping through some magazine on the coffee table as he settled down beside Maya.

"Good morning."

A warm deep tone greeted both the guest in the office room as soon as the figure walks into the space, making both Maya and Parker stand on their feet.

"Hi, Mr Kim?" Maya asked politely, not sure if this is the Mr Kim or just some office staff. He looks awfully young to be an owner of such large corporation.

"Yea, one of the Kims you may say. Maya? Am I right? Nice to have you here." The tall and well-built male asked in return, dimples siding his cheeks as he walked closer, adjusting the glasses on the bridge of his nose.

"Holy..." Parker's mouth was wide open which Maya noticed just in time to nervously chuckle and elbowed her assistant gently before moving ahead, to greet Mr Kim with a handshake.

"Pleasure is mine Mr Kim. I'm Maya, and this is-..." Maya shakes the tall man's hand and turned to the side with a much more composed Parker who looked a little professional now, adjusting his coat, extending his hand to Mr Kim.

"Hello Parker, good to have you too. Please, have a seat." Mr Kim unbuttoned his coat as he took a seat at the couch, with both Maya and Parker across the seats in front of him.

"So, how was Seoul since your arrival? Is this the first time you guys are down here?" Mr Kim asked casually, breaking the formality and awkwardness in the air.

"Yea, I guess it's the first time for us here in Korea. Back in the office, we do have a lot of Koreans and expats as well." said Maya.

"That's lovely. I know Hoseok is a Korean American himself, a pretty established young man." Mr Kim said as he poured himself a cup of coffee, taking a sip from the steamy hot cup.

"You are pretty, young, and established yourself Mr Kim." Parker was drooling at the finesse of the man in front of him, accidentally complimenting him a little too much with heart eyes.

"Ah, not really. I am just taking care after my father's fortune. Nothing on my own yet." The male brushed the compliment off as he looked down, smiling again.

"How old are you Mr Kim?" Parker asked, genuinely intrigued, not bothered by the nervous shift on Maya as she was about to strangle him to death.

"I'm turning 30, and please call me Namjoon. I prefer it that way, besides it's enough we address my father as Mr Kim, he is the CEO after all."

"Sure Namjoonie." Parker grinned, already planning to extend his stay in Seoul.

Oh gosh. Maya tried to keep her smile and awkward laugh ongoing, already sweating heavily with Parker's antics, not sure how well this meeting is gonna end.

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I'm growing to love Parker so much.
Also, not all the members will be constantly mentioned.
V is still the main character. Followed by Hoseok and maybe another maknae?

We shall see.
P/S I'm typing this while 90% drifting off to sleep.
If I don't make sense then please just ignore it.
See ya!