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Jhope smirks against your mouth, placing a few delicate pecks on your lips, and finally murmurs, with his eyes focused attentively into your soft ones.

"Sweetheart... let us complete our bond..."

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You breathed out a gasp of wonder. With affection, he peered deep into your eyes.

"Y...you want us to complete the bond?" you stammer as you sit there with your arms around his waist.

"Yes...I want us to bond before we arrive at our destination," Jhope says with a smile and a nod.

"Jhope...are you sure?" you ask, your eyes widening and cautiously looking at him.

"Yes, sweetheart...even though I'm nervous, I'll do it for you. I think I am ready; I m sure that I am fully prepared. With you at my side...I'll be strong and courageous," he said as he drew you closer in a warm embrace.

You give him a kind grin as he encircles you in his warm embrace. Your soulmate is all set. You weren't sure what to make of it. You're astounded that it came from him alone. You took a deep breath as you basked in the loving arms of your soulmate.

He looks at you with his head lifted. "Can we first put on our pyjamas so that we can go to bed after the agony? Sweetheart, you look to be just a little tired."

You nod and smile. "Alright, let's get started. If you're ready, I'll be ready as well."

As you grin and he assist you from the dresser, you hurriedly take your clothing out of your bag and head to the bathroom to change. Jhope took a deep breath and nervously bit his lower lip.

"Jhope you'll be able to do it...you're brave, and you love your soulmate. Do it for her sake. "As he removed his pj's and sat down, he murmured to himself. Fortunately, the worst activation has already been completed, thanks to Yoongi, the small kitty-cat. Now it seems that the most exciting phase of the bonding procedure is the completion. He knows he and Akira will never be yellow strung because the pain of their soul markings was too excruciating.

He will be Akira's most loving soulmate ever from now on. He'll allow her to be herself and develop the love factor. He'd wounded her too much to expect her to fall in love with him suddenly. He urged her to take her time to gain her trust. He is unconcerned if he must prove to her that he desires and requires her presence in his life.

Your hair was unbraided and combed over your shoulders in flowing waves. You were dressed in your white satin shorty PJs. You giggled and couldn't believe your nightmare was over. Because of his readiness to complete the bond after nearly two weeks of suffering in silence, you love your soulmate even more. Today's proximity boosts your joints, so relax a little after you've done it, and you'll both feel energized and healthier.

When you think about his intense wet kisses, you smile. Your sweetheart is incredibly inventive. You smile to yourself as you consider his willingness to give you time to earn your trust. You wonder if he'll be able to keep it up after the task is complete. The majority of the deadly string's bonded soulmates want to be with each other, but you know you want your soulmate physically, and this will be a test for him to prove that he needs you and is ready to wait. Not that you're going to torture him, but merely to show him that you're serious about doing things.

Jhope was folding his clothes back into his luggage bag as you exited the bathroom. You could see him gulping when he saw you, yet he was smiling.

Jhope's heartbeat was pounding. He couldn't help but react physically to his gorgeous soulmate's fit frame as he gazed at her. She is captivating, and he is well aware that he is in deep trouble. Who in their right mind wouldn't want someone like her right now? He wipes his brow and extends his arm to her, motioning her to join him on the bed.

"Can I have the side of the window?" you ask, smiling. You like to sleep on the wall side.

"Sweetheart, will it be ok if I share the bed with you?" Jhope asks, nodding and looking at you. " I promise I'll be careful. After we complete the bond, all I want to do is sleep next to you."

"It's okay, Jhope; our bodies may be exhausted when the bond has settled. So yeah, I trust you." You took his hands in yours and squeezed them lightly.

He breathes a sigh of relief and says, "Thank you, sweetie. Let's sit next to one other and begin the process...but first, I need to capture the bonding ritual for BangPD. I believe he is already making plans. For delaying so long, I think he is already plotting my death."

"All right, then it's fine with me..." Jhope picks you up swiftly, places you softly on the bed, and then follows.

As Jhope pulled out his latest Samsung phone to capture the most spectacular, magical event, you sat back and relaxed. You both exchange silent glances. You bit your lips as you carefully moved your legs closer to each other, but you felt a stinging sensation in both of your ankles before you even touched them. As Jhope looks at you, your eyes widen.

"'Are you ready?' he inquires. You give a cautious nod. Then you let your soul marked ankles brush against each other.

A dazzling neon-blue glow highlighted the soul mark beneath his invirso binding as your ankles began to join in front of your eyes. You stare at him in astonishment. As you saw the dazzling light, the invirso binding started to melt in front of your eyes like a second skin, releasing bright swirls of deep reddish gold from both your ankles....it appears as fine glitter swirls around your soul marks. You've been connected by fate. You've both been given red gold.

You notice Jhope's stunned expression as he begins to chuckle, "Whoa... it's so incredible!"

In your eyes, which had begun to well up with happiness, he smiled with deep gratitude. With your soulmate, you obtained the most coveted string. He will only be able to love you alone, and you will only be able to love him. Your eyes widen when you observe him because he recognizes your soulmark.

The most in-demand string...The deadliest of all strings... The passionate string ... the system marriage.

After Jhope captured the entire process, the radiance began to fade. Your soul marks emerged afresh, but this time they were dark purple instead of light purple. It is done.

Jhope glances at you and interprets the meaning of the soul marks in a loving voice. "Sweetheart, the key on your ankle meant you were the owner of the key to my heart's lock. My heart was like a heart-shaped padlock, tough to break open, yet Fate had picked you to match the lock on my heart. Our soul marks might represent our love for one another. Giving me the "key to My Heart" also implies we have a special sense of trust and commitment."

You press your lips together as tears fall down your cheeks from your eyes as you gaze at one other with pure affection.

"Jhope is...it's so wonderful what we mean to each other," he grabs your hands and kisses your knuckles tenderly. Your gazes were drawn to each other.

The red-gold string and Fate's seduction began to dig further into your emotional bond. You couldn't take your eyes away from each other, but your stares intently at each other. Your feelings become deep affection, and any passionate love you had felt for someone fades away. It was only the two of you now, united as one. There is nothing else that matters. Your strings form a deadly bond between you that can never be severed. Jhope noticed that his heart had become lightened. Years of disillusionment and anguish began to disappear. Dove is no longer a significant part of his life. He is liberated because his heart has only recently opened to the love of his soulmate-the one who is solely meant for him.

"Thank you, sweetheart, for healing my heart. Thank you for rescuing me and allowing me to experience the purest form of love ever... Every day of my life, I'll prove my love for you... Are you ready for the most agonising process of our soul marks to be settled?"

"I'm terrified, Jhope; if it's worse than activation, I'm going to die." You lock eyes with your sweetheart, who is beaming. Jhope smiles, "Sweetie, I'm here. During the process, I'm going to embrace you tight. Please hold on to me, okay? Don't let go, please."

You nod as he spreads his arms and pulls you into his warm embrace, anticipating the inevitable. As his nose got embedded in your hair and your face was on his chest, Jhope closed his eyes.

As you closely gripped each other, the scorching sensation slowly ignited within your body. You both firmly closed your eyes and increased your grip on each other. Tears streamed freely as you sobbed, and Jhope caressed your body fiercely in an attempt to relieve the pain. As the roaring heat within you became too severe, he held you tighter in his arms. Even though the anguish was unbearable, your love for one other rendered it ineffective. The agony was intense as you leaned against each other, gasping for air. The excruciating agony gradually faded. You were both exhausted, just simply lying in one other's arms on the bed.

Jhope was reclining with his eyes closed as you began to feel the tension in your bodies vanish, and you were able to relax.

He looks down at You with new awareness as he opens his clear eyes. His senses had been heightened. You smelled incredible, and everything about her drew him in.

Oh, goodness!! His charming soulmate will be his undoing. What will he do if he is faced with temptation? The red-gold string's allure will compel you to be together. He wants her to know how he feels about her right now.

He quietly sat up next to you and peered into your eyes with deep affection.

"Look at me, sweetheart." He lifted your chin to the point where your faces were almost touching. His heart was racing rapidly in his chest, matching yours. "First, I should confess... Kira. You are the key to my heart, sweetheart. My existence will be as bleak without you as a stormy day without sunshine. I'll never be able to imagine my life without you. Thank you for never giving up on me...you brought sense to my nonsense life. I...truly love you, Akira Sagami, even if I pushed you to shut me out forever.--I LOVE YOU."

You broke down in tears. He loves you. Oh, my goodness. He genuinely loves you. It is not a figment of your imagination or a dream. Your soulmate is passionate about you. As he wiped your tears from your flushed cheeks with his thumbs, you looked deeply into his blissful eyes. As both of your grins, you smile through your tears. You gave him a bashful look and took a deep breath.

" I never imagined I'd be able to enjoy the love of my soulmate. I've never felt like I've been good enough for anyone. You were the one who FATE had chosen for me. All of your issues, your hatred for the system, and your resentment of me made me feel too insecure to accept love," you chuckle humorously,"...but every time I look at you, it reminds me of how difficult it will be to give up and move on. I couldn't stand seeing you miserable. I was so desperate for you to be happy that I considered letting you go. But I was stuck. I'll never be able to stop loving you., Hope...my baby, you are my light, sunshine, and glimmer of hope in a dark world. I have something I need to tell you..." You cupped his face, caressed his sharp jawline, and locked your gaze in his soft gaze once more"--I LOVE YOU TOO..."

The cabin's atmosphere suddenly shifts to one of excitement and happiness. Jhope had a mesmerizing smile on his face. His girl confessed. She reciprocates his feelings. He embraced you lovingly in his arms, full of gratitude."Thank you, darling...thank you! Never again will I let you down. You have full ownership of me." With small pecks, he was kissing your face all over.

"I'm yours, and you're mine," you say, giggling in his arms as you both lay back on the bed.

He was playing with your hair and gently caressing it. As you closed your eyes in contentment, Jhope put a gentle kiss on your forehead.

"I like how you now refer to me as Hope... instead of that dreadful name, Seokie, which I despise! Sweetie, you're all mine." Your soft giggling made him smile, so he grinned in your hair. As the aftermath of the bonding began to take effect on you physically. He made sure you were warm and comfy by covering you with a duvet. You grin at his kind demeanour.

Only the faint hum of the aircraft engine could be heard when Jhope turned off the softly illuminated downlights in the bedroom cabin. You sank deeper into your soulmate's arms as he gently stroked your hair and kissed you on the temples. Exhaustion gradually took its toll, and you were both fast asleep.--

Dreaming about you finding your lock and key of your eternal love.

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Meanwhile, at the hotel

In Seokins' suite.

When Sejin and Ms Cheong told the boys that Hobi had departed the hotel that afternoon, they were stunned. They were under the impression that he had been in therapy the entire time. The girls were flabbergasted!!! Hobi and Akira both flew out of the country at the same time.

" Oh my goodness!" exclaims Samiya shaking her curly mane.

"Do you know where he is?" Jin inquired. Yoongi gave Namjoon a puzzled look as he sat there with a deep smirk. Yoongi sighed as he realized Namjoon was aware of Hobi's abrupt disappearance.

"Well, as you're all aware. Akira chose to return home to spend the last days with her family, but on the way, she unwittingly met a new buddy at the airport," Sejin said, his face tense as he reflected on the incident.

"All right, so...what?" Funsize was puzzled.

"The so-called new buddy was none other than Hobi- saseang fan, who preyed on every girl who ever encountered Hobi," all the soulmates exclaim in disbelief. They had no idea the saseang could travel so far.

"Yes...Sona made friends with Akira, but she aimed to inject her with a dangerous paralyzing poison that would have caused fatal paralysis in the body," Ms Cheong agrees. " If she was successful. Akira would have died in a matter of minutes. Sade-unnie stopped her just as they were about to enter the restroom.."

"Oh my goodness!". Twinkies exclaimed, and the others' eyes widened with disbelief. Jhope would have been a shell of a person who would have been detrimental to the health, and If such a tragedy had occurred, the band's functionality would have been jeopardized.

Yoongi wondered aloud, "Did they catch her?"

Sejin gives the nod. "Yes, there were two airport security guards, but the bad news is that she injected one of them and fled. The guard is now in intensive care. She is still on the loose. Fortunately, Hobi achieved his mission." The group was shocked by the news.

"Will she go after me and my soulmate next, oh my goodness? I can't allow Funsize to be subject to a lunatic, Sejin. What about Ms Cheong, Sade, Do-Yun, and our soulmates, Isn't it true that they're in danger?" Taehyung appears to be on the verge of passing out as he grabs Funsized in his arms to keep her close to him. If something happens to her, he will die. Funsize could sense her soulmate's distress and could only console him by gently stroking his back.

"Every precaution has been taken to ensure your safety. Don't be concerned. At the hotel and the airport, security has been beefed up." They were comforted by Sejin.

"Does Hobi know she's gotten away? ..she might know more about Akira whereabouts. From now on, she'll be in danger." Yoongi had a troubled expression on his face. He can't let that insane girl get her hands on Hobi's girl and his beloved thera, even if he and his best friend aren't on speaking terms.

"He knows she was with Akira, but not the recent news of her intentions," Namjoon said, shaking his head. "We'd like to keep it secret from him for the time being. so as not to hinder or distract him from completing his mission. "

"What happened to Hobi...did he go home?" With a puzzled gaze, Jimin states.

Ms Cheong, smile pleased," Hobi chased after his girl. He planned everything with Namjoon to get away with Akira. She was completely unaware of his plans...we had to book the smaller charter quickly. And rearranged Akiras' flight details."

You could hear several shouts around the room as the group jumped up, delighted. Handclaps and hollering followed. Jungkook and Jimin exchanged high fives.

"Wow, that's cool! Aww, Hobi is the man!" Jin laughs loudly, his windshield laugh, as he always does.

"Finally!" exclaims Jimin, making the sigh of the cross. What a journey!

"I'm hoping he'll return to being our sunshine...love will transform him!" Namjoon displays a pleasing expression.

"Our stubborn boy has grown a pair!"Yoongi states bluntly. He was saddened that Hobi had kept him in the shadows, but he understood Hobi's need to do things independently. In his heart, he was pleased with Hobi for finally having the courage to pursue the girl he loves. Twinkies caressed his hands as he sat backwards on the sofa, letting him know she understood how he felt right now.

"Well, it appears the fourth soulmate is ready, and I believe we will hear excellent news of the completed bond by tomorrow," Sejin grinned.

"Or he'll keep everyone guessing to torment us for interfering," Jungkook chuckles.

"Maybe, or...maybe not", Namjoon murmured, a knowing smile on his face.

Jimin flashed a dazzling smile and waggled his brows." He wouldn't even answer the phone. I'm sure it is. He will have a strong eagerness to complete the "bonding." At the apparent connotations, the hyungs only shook their heads. Jungkook almost knocks Jimin out of his chair due to his abnormal thinking. While Taehyung snorts, Jimin burst out laughing.

Sejin takes a close look at each of them. Their expressions radiate absolute joy for their brother. He is worthy of loving and of being loved in return. " Okay, boys and girls, please leave Jhope and Akira alone for the time being. Allow them to rediscover each other in their own time. Please refrain from texting them. Allow at least a few days for them to settle."

"So, where are they gone to? " Because everyone was asking the question inwardly, Taehyung remarked curiously.

Ms Cheong smirk "On a charter...somewhere private. So, guys, don't pry. Hobi and Akira should be left alone. If he is willing to reveal his whereabouts, he will join the chat group. Keep the rest of the crew and personnel in the shadows about it. Hobi and Akira just returned home separately to finalize his sister's wedding plans, and Akira will spend time with their respective families. Ok!!! Maknaes. KEEP THE TRUTH TO YOURSELF!!!"

When all eyes were drawn to Jungkook simultaneously, he looked irritated. "Why are you staring at me like that?... Dispatched is not one of my friends. Please!!"

Everyone snorts at their maknaes' nasty looks.

Jimin sighs deeply and grins, "At least Hobi will have a pretty "sweet night"...rest" Others snickers as the hyungs show signs of being unimpressed. Jimins' utterances aren't always pure.

"Jimin!!!" His name is yelled out by a large number of the soulmate girls. Jimin exasperatedly throws his arms in the air...

"What!" he asked, confused...

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A/n. Our sunshine celebrates his birthday today. This chapter is dedicated to our "Hope."

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Question 1: Was Hobi truly ready to complete the bond?

Question 2: Do you have any ideas for their remote vacation destination?

When they arrive at their romantic getaway, the correct answer will earn you a dedication. Question 3: Was it a wise idea to keep Jhope in the dark about the saseang's escape?

Question 4: Is he going to make amends with Yoongi?

Question 5: Will you be able to resist Fate's enticement?

Question 6: What will Dove do if she finds out Jhope and you are dating?