The shining me, 

the precious soul of mine

The Hyungs wondered why the eldest Hyung appeared filled with smiles while talking on the phone for the next few days.

The Maknaes even conspired to steal his phone and see what would bring such a deep level of satisfaction to their "pink princess".

While Jin was working with their new espresso machine, Namjoon came in yawning. He was already preparing a light breakfast for the group.

Namjoon greeted and furrowed his brows. "Morning Hyung...why so early today?"

Jin greets cheerfully," It's a new day untouched by negativity. The day needs a fresh dose of Jin beauty to shine brighter." he says softly, beating the eggs for pancakes he learned from his mom.

Namjoon rolls his eyes at the self-confident and endearing Jin, and he smiles, "O yeah, you seem very...happy these days...not even Sungdeuk's scolding makes you cringe during dance rehearsals."

Jin scrunched up his handsome face and replied, " Yeah, well...I signed on to Bighit as an actor...I was supposed to be a star by now...but no! Bang forced me to join BTS with their ridiculous dance routines -- how on earth do they think I'll get it the first time around?... Jhope, Jimin, and Jungkook are the leads...so that's the price they're willing to pay instead of having my awesome visuals adorn the screen."

When he saw Joonies sour face, he burst into laughter. Namjoon was the group's leader and the first member. He is very well-spoken and highly proficient in English due to that ridiculous TV program he watches every night in which the dialogue is in English. Due to his privileged past, Jin at least understands.

Namjoon smiles and asks, "Is the coffee ready?"

He poured a cup of coffee for Namjoon, who sat at the counter and asked, "What are you doing this week...cause I'm going home. There is an event of my dad's organization that I have to attend.".

"No, I think Sejin said that we would have a full week off. All of us need to re-register and enroll for the new semester. Did you register?" Namjoon asked Jin, who brought some Chinese dumplings and put them in front of Namjoon. He smiled and thanked Jin.

Jin grinned." My theory papers all passed with an A+. I studied backstage, on the planes, and in our hotel rooms. My professors were impressed with my performance. Next week, I will register for my final year and then start my graduate studies. I can't wait."

"So, Hyung, tell me now what you have been hiding. We have caught you sneaking out of the dorms numerous times. Who is the lucky girl?" Namjoon stared at him with a warning expression. Jin burst into laughter.

He raised an eyebrow at Namjoon while looking at him, "If I tell you, promise not to tell anyone-?".

"-won't tell anyone... what?" A presence entered the kitchen.

The unexpected voice startled two pairs of eyes. Yoongi yawed as he entered.

"Er...I'll be attending my dad's business event this weekend". Jin looked a bit guilty.

"Oh, I thought you were sneaking off with your new girlfriend, Joo-Hyun," said he, small eyes narrowed into his.

Jin spat out his coffee in shock. He grabbed a cloth quickly and vigorously to wipe the wet counter and Namjoon's hair after some drops fell on his head. Both eyes widen in astonishment. How did Yoongi find out? It puzzled Jin.

Namjoon looked up at Jin, who breathed deeply and replied, "Who is your girlfriend?".

"W...what?...how?" Jin looked perplexed at an unbothered Yoongi who poured himself a cup of coffee, shrugging as if the information about Jin's girlfriend was beneath him. Isn't that obvious?

"She called while you were in the shower," Yoongi stated while drinking his bitter coffee. He scrunched up his nose in disgust.

"Y..you look at my calls?" Jin looked irritated, throwing the dishcloth on the counter.

"Then find a new phone case...it looks just like mine. I didn't even get a chance to say hello - it was "Seok Jinnie, come over to my apartment so we can continue from where we left off last night. Blah blah blah...Are you sleeping with her?" He tried to impersonate Jins' girlfriends. Jin looked stunned at him. Oh my gosh.

"Oh, my word!!! Yoongi! " Jin looked traumatized. He thought he was so careful? What the heck!

Yoongi looked at Jin in silence, "You're not supposed to start dating anyone without the knowledge of management, your ban is not been lifted yet, and your soul mark is acting out...what will you do if she comes unexpectedly and you're already in a relationship?".

Jin just shrugged and replied, "Yeah, well, we're dating till we find our soulmates.". He and his girlfriend had something great going on, but they never triggered the intimate bond because she has a soulmate.

Namjoon shook his head, "I suggest you break it off, Seokjin. She will get hurt when you finally find your match."

He sighed, "I like her, but we only go on dates with her so that her actor soulmate can make their bond complete...in freshman year, we don't get to know each other. We only dated for three months."

"So you want to make her soulmate jealous, but what if your soulmate saw you two together...she wouldn't like it," Namjoon replied.

"I'm not going to marry Noodle-joo, guys. I am already arranged to marry her, so we are just enjoying each other's company. It's only to prevent our parents from forcing us into another relationship. I will stop when I find mine, and she finds hers, but for now, I need female companionship." he grins at the thought of their hot make-out sessions.

"Are we not enough?" Namjoon asks with a stink eye.

A smile spread across Jin's face as he laughed," You are...but will you allow me to make out with you anytime?" He made kissy faces at the two disgusted Hyungs. He grabs Namjoon and Yoongis' shoulders as if he was trying to kiss them.

'Oh, gross Jin, I don't roll that way...keep your big lips away from mine,' Yoongi said with a scrunched-up face. Namjoon smirked and shoved Jim's shoulder.

Jin laughed and replied, "See, so don't judge...and you Namjoon, we know that there's a little flax with your so-called Jia-best friend.".

He smirked, "Seriously, we're just friends. She is trying to break into the US market, and she is working with a good music producer in New York, Jake Rhimes. He also produces top US rappers. I'm just supporting her."

"I agree, but seriously, Jin...if any dating scandals come our way from your side, our ARMY will go bonkers...they are used to our Chimchims scandals." Yoongi smiled.

A maknae-line entered yawning, and Jungkook was busy only tapping his phone.

"Put the phone down and eat your breakfast. I'm leaving for the weekend." Jin told the Maknaes.

"So, we're free to do whatever?" Jimin exclaimed.

Yoongi informs them dryly, "Yes, Jimin, but not fooling around in secret.".

"Don't worry, and we'll be visiting my family for the weekend. My dad will pick us up. You, old grandpa, can enjoy your spare time." Jimin smiled.

"Oh, thank you, Lord, for small miracles." Yoongi raises his hands heavenward in gratitude. No noises. The "four" Maknaes will be gone, and the group producers can now compose songs.

As they ate breakfast, the atmosphere was very relaxed until Jhope appeared, dressed in sweats. Already washed to go out for the day. Despite being the sunshine of the group, he looked grumpy.

"And?" Namjoon looked concerned at the sour expression on their sunshine's face.

"My ex is stalking me again now. I'm just so mad," he said. "She got my number again. How many sim cards do I need to buy? This is my 8th number. My poor friends have now numerous cell numbers under my name." He looked angry.

Yoongi said, "Isn't there an app to block her number? You dumped her. What more could she possibly want?" he added with a sneer.

Taehyung complained, biting his toast, "Have a word with Bang Pd about this. It's a big inconvenience for you. We can't even arrange to meet at the Malls."

Jhope rubbed his face with irritation, "We've been broken up for two years now. Can't she move on with him?" Hurt is still evident in his voice and eyes.

Jungkook patted Hobi on the shoulder and smiled, "Don't worry, Hobi-hyung, you will meet your soulmate one day and forget about your cheating ex.".

As Jhope snorted, "Thank you ever so much, I'm done with relationships."

Others just shook their heads at Jhope's unbothered shrug.

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Jin picked up Joo-Hyun at her apartment condo. He had to put on his mask and hat.
The fans won't spot him. Noodle-Joo was so happy to see him.

He will drop her off at her parent's mansion and then meet them at the dinner party that evening. Celebrities will attend the event. Fortunately, Bang Pd is aware of potential exposure that might occur that evening.

Jin looked very handsome in his attire that evening. He dislikes looking like a severe CEO. However, it was to be expected from him. In the future, he won't be known as BTS Jin but as the heir to the Kim dynasty.

They looked stunning next to each other. He smiled brightly at his gorgeous girlfriend as they ate dinner at a very luxurious hotel. His parents are delighted that he finds love with her.

Jin likes Joo but is not in love with her, but he is very fond of her, and she, on the other hand, likes him still but hopes to activate her bond so that she can become Tarnished. In her heart, she hoped that her soulmate would accept her. She knows Jin likes her, but he does not love her.

Together, she and Jin walked around, greeting business associates and keeping a smile on their faces. Dinner party attendees were mostly Billionaires club members. Jin's parents were speaking with some of their business associates.

BTS -Jin was the topic of some wonder. They were drinking champagne while walking around. Still, no publicity shots were allowed, and guests were asked to respect the celebrities' privacy in attendance by not taking selcas without their permission.

Many members of the high society attended the event.

The event took place in the garden of a luxury hotel. Jin's eyes widened when he looked down at his date and saw how pale she looked and how her lips began to tremble. What caused that?

"What's wrong, Noodle Joo," he asked, looking at her pale face in concern.

In a soft, strangled voice, she said, "He's here! He's here!" Her eyes began to tear.

Seeing no one, Jin asked, "Who?". He wonders who she is talking about, but her demeanor reveals the answer.

"Noodle-joo?" he asked, concerned, and she took his hand to lead him around some shrubs.

She seemed breathless and extremely nervous as she replied, "SeokJinnie...he is here...oh my goodness. What am I about to do?" She rubbed her hair.

"Joo...please enlighten me?" He took her by the shoulders and turned her toward him.

She nervously bit her nails as she whispered: "My soulmate is here. Byuan-woo with a date, I think is his girlfriend. His family is in the legacy club.". Jin felt so sorry for her and embraced her tightly against himself.

"Lift your chin. Don't let him know his presence rattles you. Be confident. Let him realize what he is missing out on. Use your elegance and charm... I'm going to help you...come" he kisses her softly on the forehead, and she inhaled sharply.

Her watery smile spread across his face as she looked up at him.

Jin grinned mischievously, "Treat him as a stranger. It's going to be a lovey-dovey between us." She nodded and put her hands in his, and followed him to the rest of dinner.

They sat down at a table with their parents. Despite her awareness of the eyes staring at her, she focused all her attention on Jin. Jin knows someone is watching, and his eyes are locked on the actor. Jin smiled and gave him a polite nod and discreetly put his arm around Joo, who moved deeper into his arms and leaned on him. The two smiled at each other.

The two young people went to talk to their peers after eating the delightful five-course dinner and listening to some speeches that didn't interest them. Having known Jin since childhood, they were eager to talk with him.  

As Jin glanced at Joo, who seemed to stiffen, he felt a presence behind them. He caresses her hand softly to reassure her that he is there for her.

Joos' actor Soulmate is with his date. As Jin and Joo turned around, they smiled. Jin was proud of Joo's strong demeanor.

"Hello, I'm Byuan-Woo, a huge BTS fan...I'm so glad to meet you, Seokjin." He smiles at Jin and bows. Jin smiles graciously and returns the greeting. The rays of light in Byuan's eyes lit up as he glanced at his soulmate, who looked emotionless around, not looking him in the eye.

Jin smiled, "I appreciate your support...I don't know if you know Bae Joo-Hyun, my girlfriend/fiancee...shhh, don't let anyone know...if everything goes well...we might get married, but you know our young artist ban." Inwardly, Jin sniggers at Byuan-Woo as he sees his eyes widen.

When Jin uttered it carelessly, the actor looked a bit shaken. Suddenly there were fireworks, and Jin halted the moment, not wanting to introduce the actor's date to Joo, who looked uncomfortable. Jin turned to look at the actor's eyes fixed on Joo's face, emotionless and stoic. When he looks at his soulmate, Joo smiles briefly at him, but her eyes are fixed on Jin.

A smile spreads across Jin's face. He was viewed with open admiration by Byuan-Woos' date/girlfriend. Jin groans inwardly. She is too starstruck to worry about her actor boyfriend, who cannot take his eyes off her quiet soulmate while in Jin, the visual king's presence. Both were edgy because of the proximity, and Jin could tell Joo wanted to be anywhere but in the couple's presence.

Jin looked down at Joo with a big smile and said, "Please excuse us. I want to show my beautiful girl the fireworks." With a polite nod, Jin took her cold and sweaty hands and led her away. A sigh of relief escaped her. After the fireworks display, some guests were on the dance floor. In the background, beautiful soothing music played.

"Thanks, SeokJinnie.I don't know what to do or how to feel.I feel so jealous of his girlfriend..." She looked up, tears in her eyes.

Jin embraced her as she snaked her thin arms around his waist, unaware that a pair of calculating eyes watched them.

"He ignored his girlfriend the whole time, not even bothering to introduce her to us." He whispered into her ears aware that her soulmate watched them, not liking the fact that the boy band member was holding his soulmate. One of the most handsome ones, too.

"He's still watching us...let's go to that secluded spot and slow dance," she suggested, linking her arms with his and grabbing his arm to pull him to the fountain, where they started dancing.

Jin laughed at her apparent excitement.

He spun her on a cute twirl, "So, what's up, Noodle?".

"Do you want to make my soulmate jealous and mad? I felt his emotions. He's so surprised that you're my boyfriend. Can I make him think I truly moved on?" she grinned.

Jin chuckled: "You want him to kill me...okay, I'm in, what do you suggest?"

"Kiss me...and this could be my chance to get my bond activated...but if it happens, I'm not going to make it easy for him". Smiling, she dances in his arms.

A smirk spread across Jin's face, "Ok, I'm gonna miss kissing you, Noodle-Joo". Slowly, he leaned in, and their eyes met. Joo wrapped her arms around Jin's shoulders as she looked coyly into his laughing eyes and kissed him full on his plump lips. Jin has a great sense of sensuality.

He smirked into the kissing and caressed her exposed shoulders, kissing her passionately while she returned the affection vigorously. A slight cough came before they had even kissed for a minute. Jin exhaled slowly as he released her lips from his, raising his head as he felt someone behind Joo.

Keeping her head on Jins' chest, Joo did not watch the scene.

"Hey Byuan...do you need anything?" he veins surprise.

With a forced smile, Byuan said, "I think your father needs you right now.".

As Jin looked at a wide-eyed Joo, he laughed, " Well, darling, let me go find out what my Appa needs. Maybe you can finish the dance with our esteemed actor. Byuan-woo, do you mind taking care of my girl? -" He didn't give them a chance to answer...he only watched Joo's eyes grow wider than saucers and Byuan's eyes narrow as he looked at her.

After catching Joo's eyes, Jin winked and left the soulmates to sort out their differences...

Was that a memorable night?

I hope Jin-stans enjoyed this chapter. He is about to meet his soulmate.

Question 1: Do you believe the relationship is over?

Question 2: Should Jin inform his parents if the soulmates reconcile?

I appreciate all your love and support. Thank you to all the voters, commenters,  and followers.