And go towards there as it gets clearer
Take my hands now
You are the cause of my euphoria

Zendaya Pov: Pt 4

The meeting with the Bulgari representative went so well that your tough manager, your mother, booked a photo shoot for their new jewelry line after you returned from the Bvlgari Mediterranea High Jewelry line presentation in Venice.

You were relieved because your week had already been frantic with all of the travel preparations, and the exquisite outfits that were brought to you to wear on that occasion had even your stylist, Law Roach, in a frenzy. You and your mother both giggle at his enthusiasm for your new brand's ambassadorship.

You'll be in the company of ex-Miss World Priyanka Chopra, your favorite actress Ann Hathaway, and K-pop star Lalisa from Blackpink. The current girlfriend of the person you love

When it was time to fly to Venice, Italy, Jimmy made sure to take you out to a wonderful meal before your flight.

He was disappointed that you'd be gone for a week, but when you informed him that you and your mom might stay another week just to spend time together, he was pleased. At least you would be with your mom and not someone that might take you from him.

You had to cancel your squad's weekly luncheon to spend quality time with him.

He chose a very quiet and private establishment in the heart of Manhattan. It was cozy and calm, and the cuisine was excellent.

Jimmy flashed a grin as he grabbed your hand, locking eyes with your sparkling hazel ones. "Daya, I'm head over heels for you, no doubt. I get it, you're still 21, but if you end up being a blue or yellow string, will you give me a shot-a real one-at marrying you? Stick with me, Daya."

You gazed down at your interlocked fingers on the table, taking a deep breath. "Jimmy, I dig you a lot right now, and you treat me amazingly as your girl. It's just that I can't fully commit or dive headfirst into this thing. I need to keep my options open before meeting my soulmate. I can't promise I won't catch feelings for them. Let's wait and see how things go."

You have a sorrowful expression on your face as you sense his deep despair. He wishes to publicly claim you before you meet your soul mate. How can you make such a decision? You must first meet and complete the bond with your soulmate, and if he desires you in his life, you must begin a life with your soulmate, be happy, and have a family with him. That is your ultimate desire.

You desire true love. You want to be chosen by your soulmate. You're hoping he likes you enough to want to stay with you despite your celebrity. Even if he is not famous, your soul mate will complete you. The system will provide what you need.

You let out a deep breath and said, "Jimmy, we gotta keep our options open 'cause your soulmate's your kid's mom. They're gonna need you in their life. I won't be a roadblock if you wanna be there for them, even if your real soulmate can't stand me."

Jimmy frowned and added, "Babe, I'll be there for my kid; I'll be a stand-up dad, but I want you as my wife someday. I can't lose you, Daya. I get it, I gotta let you go when you find your soulmate... it's just-"

You sighed deeply, meeting his concerned gaze. "Jimmy-"

"I know, I know," he interrupted hastily, sighing heavily. You could see he was swallowing hard. Jimmy wasn't ready to lose you to an unknown soulmate.

"Let's just enjoy what we got right now, don't go chasing phantoms. Jimmy, I only got my soulmark recently, and it might take years before I meet my soulmate. And who knows, maybe he won't stick around forever. I might not be what he's expecting. So, please, stop worrying," you comforted him, running your hands over his to ease his nerves. Jimmy seemed scared. He had to love you.

Jimmy nodded, but his warm brown eyes remained guarded. "If, by some miracle, he rejects you, would you come back to me and give me a shot at being your official guy and maybe even husband one day?"

"We'll deal with that if it happens," you murmured softly, biting your lip, "I'm yours right now, and I'm into you, so quit stressing, alright?"

Jimmy chuckled, "Alright, but those big names make me nervous. Tom Holland's obsessed with you. He probably prayed for a bus to hit me just to get you... And that member from the famous boy band? It's got me on edge." He pouted, and you couldn't help but laugh.

"You're such a drama queen. Tom's a buddy, and he knows I'm taken, and that boy band guy might have a secret squeeze. Their fans have no clue if or when they're dating. We've been pals since forever, so we might look close, but we're not." You softly trailed off. You feel shivers just thinking about Jungkook. When you text each other, your heart races and you are thrilled.

You just sigh because Lisa is the chosen one right now. Maybe you two might have had a shot if you hadn't dated Jimmy at the time. You have no idea how many times you have fantasized about that perfect "night under the stars."It was liberating for both of you to be so intimate and inhibition-free that night. You loved each other completely, and you don't regret any of your intimacy. The worst part about your feelings for Jungkook is that you will continue to love him until you meet your destined mate, and seeing him with his alleged girlfriend oddly causes an intense ache in your heart that you cannot explain.

Jimmy seemed relieved to know that no one could ever take you away from him... until you met your destined mate. Your feelings for the Maknae must be deeply hidden. Nobody will ever know.

Jimmy gave you a magnificent gold necklace encrusted with your name in diamonds as a special gift of his love. He was disappointed that he wouldn't see you for two weeks.

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You and your crew were delighted to fly to Italy. You were liberated and at ease. No more university stress or a constantly hectic schedule. Your mother made certain that you had plenty of time to unwind and recuperate.

When you return, you'll do a few assignments for Louis Vittone and Bulgari, as well as some cover shots and interviews. Your mother and agency met with Tom Holland's director, and you were pleased to learn that you had landed a small role in a new Marvel superhero film.

You felt very fortunate to be able to resume your acting career following your teenage stint in a Disney dance show. Because the role will not be very complicated, the script will be provided to you in Italy. Tom was supposedly beyond himself when he heard you accepted the part, and he can't wait to see you again at a press conference.

Jimmy doesn't know yet, and you're hoping the production company won't release the casting before you tell your love interest. Jimmy absolutely despises Tom. You're terrified that Jimmy will show up on your set merely to make sure Tom doesn't hit on you during the scene takes. Gosh.

When you arrive in Venice, a black limo SUV will be waiting for you and your companions. Your bodyguards ensured that the journalists did not attack you with ignorant questions about your relationship with Tom and Jimmy. You merely wave to the flashing lights. You'd just pulled your nectarine-colored hoodie over your head to cover yourself. However, the Italian press adores your open and cheerful airport demeanor, as well as how you greet the media. They are all aware of your new role as a Bulgari ambassador.

When you were escorted out of the airport to your waiting black limousine, you nodded and waved to the media before putting your sunglasses on and relaxing beside your mother, who appeared strangely excited with Law, your stylist.

You've arrived at your hotel, the Cipriani A Belmond Hotel. You just want to unwind in your room and get ready for the Bulgari event. The Palladio and Dogaressa suites have been reserved for you and Lalisa. Your Dogaressa suite has a view of St. Mark's Square. Your hotel room overlooks the pool and offers a partial lagoon view, which you admire.

You just collapsed on your bed and reminisced about your fantastic life thus far, but there is a little scratchiness about your relationship with Jimmy, and the conversation with him made you understand that Jimmy will be a huge pain in your life when you find your soulmate.

How are you going to keep your soulmate out of the spotlight if he isn't famous? If he becomes famous, you will be harassed by paparazzi, which will be exhausting, and you already foresee Jimmy's jealousy.

You and your mother could relax in the suite after your assistant packed your bags and Law made sure that your outfit for tonight's event was hanging out and everything was ready for your styling later.

You've already taken an aromatic bubble bath with the complementary beauty and bath products supplied in your rooms from Bulgari. You're wondering if Lisa has arrived. Because of your friendship with Jungkook, you are hoping she will not be too rude. She has no idea Jungkook leaked details about their secret dating. Jungkook told you a lot of things, but luckily not the intimate details of their relationship. That you don't want to know.

Law and a crew of Italian make-up artists worked for about two hours that evening to get you ready for the event. You could feel the butterflies in your stomach, but you kept your cool.

In an inky black off-the-shoulder Richard Quinn mermaid gown with a diamond snake choker necklace, you emulated Old Hollywood elegance. Your hairstylist made you wear your hair pulled back in a wet-look updo, and your make-up artist added a smokey eye and rose lipgloss to complete the look. Your nails were done in the current celebrity-favorite milk bath manicure.

You had the aura of an old Hollywood icon. You earned your third fashion icon award the previous year, and everybody on staff was ecstatic.

Bulgary assigned you your driver, and a gleaming black limo awaited you at the entrance. You noticed two additional limos waiting for the distinguished guests. You suspect that one limo has already departed, and you've heard that a K-pop celebrity has already left a few minutes ago and you instantly know it was Lisa. Anne and Priyanka are still engaged in their rooms. After the press, who knew where the stars would be staying for the remainder of their visit, took several shots of you, you merely grinned and went into your limo.

Your entourage was waving you off like a true Hollywood Cinderella, preparing for the ball.

When your limousine arrived at the Palazzo Ducale in Venice, you were surrounded by a flurry of reporters, and Bugari made certain that you were well taken care of. You posed for promotional shots in front of the large banners.

When you finished, Anne and Priyanka were just coming on the red carpet. You give a friendly and wave to each other. Then you were escorted inside.

When you were seated next to Lalisa, you were pleasantly surprised. Her eyes widen in recognition as she recognizes you, and the most beautiful smile grazes her gorgeous lips. She is very stunning. She was wearing blue contacts today, which made her look stunning.

You gave her a wide grin as you sat down after an attendant pulled a seat out for you. You thank him with a smile.

"Zendaya, my goodness! I'm delighted to see you again." She squealed in perfect English as her gaze wandered over your flawless figure, which shimmered from your caramel tan. , "You look stunning, wow!"

You smile and greet Lisa, "You look gorgeous, I love your dress, wow! and this place is enormous." You complimented her kindly as you gazed around at the finely adorned tables that were arranged in two long rows. The background is a dark, velvety black.

Lisa grinned," It is. My management prompted me to arrive sooner. But the Italians are very welcoming and polite. How did you find the hotel?"

Your eyes widen as you laugh, "Oh my! It's quite comfortable and relaxing. I wanted to nap on those luxurious beds, but my stylist didn't have any of that. He encouraged me to arrive early and not rush to an event."

You and Lisa laughed as you got closer. She is undoubtedly an adorable girl, and you can understand why Kookie fell for her. You can't even find anything to dislike about her because she was genuine and pleasant. You could envision yourself as friends with the K-pop sensation. You were both dressed elegantly in Bulgari jewelry.

Lisa wore black as well; her off-the-shoulder gown had an exaggerated bow bodice that was a hidden cape detail, and she wore her hair up to show off the dazzling emerald drip necklace and matching drop earrings, as well as emerald rings on a few fingers and an emerald serpent wrap bracelet on one arm.

With all the megastars around her, she was starstruck and glowing. When the Bulgari team came over to greet you and wish you an amazing night, you couldn't help but smile.

The event was a huge success, and you all took innumerable press photos with the Bulgari ambassadors and staff. You and Lisa couldn't stop talking to each other. You clicked so well.

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You both took images for your Instagram profiles. You had friendly conversations with your favorite actors. You all met and laughed together because you were all sat in the same row as Priyanka and Ann.

You and Lisa discussed your jobs and families over dinner. You just hope she doesn't bring up Jungkook since knowing he's with this wonderful girl will make you sob.

Lisa stares at you with a gleam in her eyes as you devour your dessert, and you immediately know where the conversation will go. But you kept a cool face and kept your heart from racing.

"Er...Zendaya. It was great to see you again after your Dazed filming in Seoul. Are you going to be in Seoul soon?" She smiled as she nibbled on a piece of her Italian kiss dessert.

You beam, "Seoul is super rad and bustling city. I was totally into it. And yeah, I might head back to Korea sometime between March and May. My schedule's a bit up in the air at the moment. I've got another gig lined up for a beauty commercial and a feature in Dazed Korea, but there's potential for some acting work in the pipeline. Just gotta ink that contract now. That'll keep me busy till then."

"Oh wow! For our upcoming In "Your Area tour", we had a tight practice schedule. We are in the midst of the Korean Award season. Between November and December. We've also made a few TV appearances. I'd like to meet you for coffee in Seoul. "She appeared to be elated at the prospect of meeting up with you again.

Your eyes glowed, ""Whoa, seriously, why not? I could be filming that commercial down in Busan." Watching her stunned face, you caught a sharp inhale.

You double-checked each other's phone numbers to ensure you had the correct ones.

Her eyes widen, and she leans in, softly asking, "Do you know who is from Busan? A certain member of a boyband."

You low-key chuckled to yourself. Lisa, you're pretty sly. You casually breathed out and dropped, "Oh, I heard Jimin from BTS is from that area. His old man runs a killer restaurant." You clocked her giving you a deadpan look when she glanced your way.

"Don't you know Jungkook is from Busan, Zendaya? Are you two good friends? "She smirked, yet a look of bewilderment crossed her face.

You're not going to admit that you were a little more than friends with the maknae.

You're grinning, your eyes lit up, "We're sorta pals, I guess. Totally slipped my mind. Are Blackpink and BTS tight?" You mention, "I thought Blinks and the Army were constantly at each other's throats."

Lisa laughed, "It was largely antis who intended to create splits between fandoms. We are industry friends. And, regrettably, because there are so many teenagers in K-POP, whenever we get together, we're usually embroiled in dating scandals."

You nod, "I get it. Back when I was at Disney a couple of years back, I was always under the paparazzi microscope, and fake news was everywhere, wrecking a bunch of stars' careers. I steered clear of bad press. My mom's my manager, and we're a team. She keeps tabs on industry ties. I've been tight with a few models since we were 18."

Lisa flashed a bright smile," I adore my bandmates, and we are quite close. We squabble and argue, yet we have a heavenly sisterhood. Could I ask you a personal question?" She had a slight shadow in her eyes when she glanced at you. Her demeanor seemed apprehensive.

You silently nod.

"Don't misunderstand me. But are you mated, or are you in a relationship right now? I recently learned that you turned 21. It was all over the news." She said it quickly and politely. You only smirk, wondering if you've gained a new stalker.

You're sure she must have found your and Jungkook's teen dating,.However, you are not going to admit or expose anything. The entire media world knows you were only friends, and the dating rumors were fake.

You flash a smile, a glint in your honey-brown eyes, "I've got a soulmark, but I haven't crossed paths with my soulmate yet. Truth is, I'm in a forbidden thing with another soulmarked person, but he's yellow-stringed and almost hitting Tarnished status. We're super careful not to ignite that soul bond. We're still together... until fate steps in, that is."

You were taken aback when you noticed her looking strangely relieved, and you wondered whether it had anything to do with her boyfriend. You hope she isn't put off by your friendship with the sexy Jungkook. He's clearly mad about her, so what is causing her so terrified? You felt like you wish you were in her shoes at times, but you're not, and you've accepted that you'll never be with him.

The only issue is that Jungkook wants to spend time with you aboard Yoongis' yacht in Busan. How in the world will he conceal it from Lisa? What if their media exposes you and Jungkook? Every media outlet follows BTS. They desire to learn everything they can about their soulmates.

Lisa took a deep breath. "So, are you in a committed relationship right now?"

"Yeah, no soulmark drama lately, so my soulmate's nowhere in sight. What about you? Seeing anyone or also under that K-pop dating ban?" you inquire, a bit slyly.

Her eyes darkened somewhat, but she smiled softly and said, "Yeah, I am, but it's a little complicated. He's soulmarked, and there's a K-pop girl who wants him as well, and she's a pain in the buttocks. I'm also not sure whether he wants to stay with me forever because he hasn't met his soulmate yet. Zendaya, I don't want to lose him. I...I love him with all my heart."Her voice cracked slightly as she hastily drank her white wine from her tall stem glass. You could see she was feeling a little gloomy. You wondered if she mentioned Nancy of Momoland, Jungkook's high school girlfriend.

You just nodded in agreement. Fortunately, some celebrities arrived to greet the two of you, and the conversation ended abruptly.

However, after a memorable event, you return to your hotel with some unresolved questions. You were curious about what lay ahead with the two of you desiring the same guy, Jungkook.

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You and your mom went to the Bulgaria headquarters to meet with the production team that will be in charge of the commercial featuring you and Lalisa. You will appear in the latest Bulgari jewelry campaign video for the B.Zero1 collection. The range is inspired by ancient architectural feats such as the Colosseum in Rome and uses pave diamonds, gold studs, and black ceramic inserts.

Lalisa and her manager were also there and you both were very excited to see each other.

The day of the shoot you and Lisa were so familiar with each other that you surprised the crew on set. You were laughing and joking around and Lisa was taken aback when you shocked her by speaking Korean with her. She couldn't believe you could communicate in Kookie's language.

You and Lisa look amazing in that commercial, and Bulgari knew they had struck gold when they discovered you two.

You were relaxed in Venice that week. You went on a lunch date with Lisa and had a great time enjoying the hotel's amenities before Lisa had to return to Seoul the next day.

You and your mother spent another week in a wonderful five-star hotel in Rome, discovering all of the historical and ancient museums while also rekindling the bonds of affection.

Jungkook texted you again after you and your mother returned from an exciting sight-seeing tour, which included a paparazzi sighting of you. Fortunately, your bodyguard was on board.

It was so good to read his text about their final tour dates in Europe. You both couldn't understand why you were so relaxed just texting each other and talking about random stuff.

That night, you suffered a serious soulmark attack for the first time in your life. A frozen, ice-cold frosty feeling crept through your neck and turned into a hot, searing, burning sensation that left you breathless...on your bathroom floor.

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The commercial campaign

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a/n Zen and Lisa became unlike friends.

Thank you so much for reading and staying with the Soulbound series. This belated update is a little gift to celebrate both Jungkook and Zendayas'birthday month. They both have birthdays on the 1st of September.

Shout out to all the new readers, voters, and commenters as well as those who added the book to their readers'list. You rock.

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1. Do you believe Jimmy will be a major issue in the future?

2. Do you think she has to go on Yoongis'yacht with Jungkook now that she is friends with Lisa?

3. Is it necessary for her to keep up her friendship with Lisa despite her feelings for Jungkook?

4. Should she tell Lisa about her friendship with Jungkook if she decides to go with Jungkook?

5. Do you think Lisa is still insecure about Zendaya's friendship with Jungkook?"