Foreign Love [new account]

[Jimin’s POV]

I approached Tanime. I took a second to observe her before I would say something. I could hear her breathing, it was fast. So was mine. The angry Tanime changed into a startled Tanime.

“Mianhaeyo, Tanime ssi. I didn’t mean to yell.” I finally said.

“Gwenchanayo.” she replied softly as she looked away. I honestly didn’t mean to yell, but I got so frustrated and snapped when she kept on blabbering.

I sighed. “Just let me explain.” She didn’t react.

“Okay, yes I admit that picking up your phone was wrong. But you were sleeping and I thought it might be important. So that’s why I answered your call.” I tried to make eye contact but she was focusing on the ground instead. No respond.

“I’m sorry.” I walked away to go back to the boys.

“What did you say to him?” I suddenly heard. I turned around.

“That you were asleep and that he shouldn’t disturb you.” I replied.

“Was that all? He seemed really angry.” She said. She now looked me in the eyes again.

“He got mad and wanted to come over. But I knew you were tired so I told him not to. He didn’t want to listen, so I may have said that you weren’t home but with me… and... I might have offended him a bit.”

“Ugh, Jimin!”

“Relax, he’ll understand. According to him he’s your best friend so…”

“He said that?” she asked not expecting that.

“Yup.” I smiled dryly.

“Well, he’s also a trainee here. And a very good friend indeed. Don’t anger him again please.” She said.

“He’s also in Big Hit?” I asked surprised.

“Yes, so please be careful. I don’t want any rumors.”

“Why would there be? We’re just ‘colleagues’ right?” I asked sarcastically.

“Yes, why?” she lifted her eyebrow.

“Hmm, nothing.” I mumbled.

“Anyway, why were you at my house when I was sleeping?” she asked.

“You fell asleep while we were watching drama.”

“I did?” she started to blush slightly.

“Yes, you did. But I didn’t mind though.” I gave her a little smile.

“Wait.” she said. “How did I end up in bed?”

“I carried you.”

“You what!?” she put her hand on her chest.

“Yeah.. anyways I have to get back to the boys now, before they get suspicious.” She didn’t reply. She just stared at me speechless. I walked to the door and turned around for the last time.

“Bye~” I smiled brightly. She just tilted her head.

I walked back to the boys. They were busy stretching.

“And did you get her number?” Yoongi asked straight away.

“Hyeong!” He’s such a teaser.

“He needs jams first, Yoongi” Namjoon said. They all giggled.

“Yah, not funny.” I responded.

“Don’t worry, Jiminnie” Hoseok said, “Once she sees your hot moves, she’ll fall for you like a brick.”

“You guys seriously worry too much about me.” I fake smiled. “Seriously, stop.” My expression became serious.

“Alright, alright. Enough guys.” Jin said. “I think we should start now.”

“Yes, mom” Jungkook said. Everyone got up and got in position for our song ‘Blanket Kick’.

[Tanime’s POV]

After Jimin left I practiced until 8:50AM, because I had singing class at 9:15AM. I decided to stop earlier so I could talk to Hoon. When I reached the room I saw Hoon waiting outside leaning against the wall.

“Annyeonghaseyo, Hoon” I said as I approached him. He looked up.

“Tanime!” he quickly stood up straight. “Tanime, gwenchanayo?” he hugged me tightly and didn’t let go. I didn’t expect him to hug me, I was speechless. Then I heard some footsteps. They were coming closer.

“Hoon, what are you doing?” I finally asked.

“Mianhae, Tanime. I was just too worried about you.” The footsteps were now very near. He finally let go off me. I quickly looked around to see who it was. Phew, just some other trainees.

“I’m fine, Hoon.” I smiled. “Really, stop worrying so much.” I said patting his shoulder.

“Who was that guy you were with?” He asked instantly.

“That was just a friend.” I said.

“Are you guys dating?” he asked.

“No, I said he’s just a friend.”

“Alright, sorry. He was so rude, so I started to worry.”

“Don’t mind him. That’s just how he is.”

“Okay, if you say so. I’m just glad you’re fine.” He said. “Tanime, are you free after singing class? Do you perhaps want to have lunch together?”

Even though Hoon is so busy he always has time to ask me out. I just realized that ever since Jimin came into my life I have been turning him down a lot lately. I’m such a bad friend. “Yeah, why not. I have some free time.”

“Great!” He said. “Oh, annyeonghaseyo seonsaengnim.” Chi seonsaengnim opened the door.
“Annyeonghaseyo, yeoreobun. Please come in. I have an announcement to make.”

We both went in and not soon after that the other trainees came in.

“Class, Sue seonsaengnim asked me to tell you something. Next week Friday there will be a Music Bank broadcast. As possible future artists the company wants you to get the taste of these kind of shows. So once in a while we send a few trainees to join one of our groups. Next week Friday BTS will promote one of their songs. Sue seonsaengnim asked me to pick five students from this group.”

Everyone was holding their breath and was listening carefully.

“The persons who will join BTS next week are: Hoon, Wongdon, Nari, Tanime and Minjun. You guys are expected to wait in the lobby at 3PM next week Friday.”

“Ne, seonsaengnim.” We responded.

“Good, let’s start the lesson.”

Today’s lesson was a repetition of the last lesson. Today we had to show how much we had improved so far. Every student had worked very hard. The end results were much more creative than last time. The competition is really high.

“Thank you again everyone. I could hear that you’ve all worked very hard.” Chi seonsaengnim said.

“Kamsahamnida” everyone said. As everyone was grabbing their stuff to leave, Hoon approached me.

“Ready to go?” he smiled.

“Yeah, kaja.”

We walked together to the exit of the building. He asked me where I wanted to go and I remembered the Starbucks I went to when I first got here.

“Let’s go to the Starbucks. There is one nearby.”

“Yeah, no problem.” He replied.

After we arrived at the Starbucks we both ordered cappuccino and a sandwich. We took seat at one of the tables there and started to eat.

“Tanime, how’s your school project going?” he suddenly asked.

“Ah, yeah.. I will work on it later today.”

“You mean you still haven’t finished it yet?” he asked surprised.

“I’ve been very busy yesterday, but don’t worry.” I placed my hand on his. “You helped me to come up with a great idea, so everything will be just fine.”

“Okay, if you say so.” He smiled and took a bite of his sandwich. I proceeded eating too.

“Tanime, isn’t it cool? We’re going to Music Bank together.” He suddenly said.

“I know right! I can’t wait.” Chi seonsaengnim caught us by surprise with her announcement today. Even though I didn’t plan to be an idol, it’s still very thrilling.

“Imagine all the idols we’ll meet there.” Hoon said. Suddenly GOT7 came to my mind.

“Hoon, do you think we will actually meet the other idols?” I asked.

“I’m not sure. Chi didn’t actually told us what we will do there.”

I sighed. “I hope we’ll get the chance to meet other idols tho.” My mind slowly drifted off thinking about Jackson, I secretly smiled imagining how we would meet.

“Why? Is there a specific idol you want to meet?” Hoon asked curiously.

“Oh not really, I just admire idols.”

“Ah, same.” He responded. Ugh, I’m such a good liar.

“Oh yeah, Tanime before I forget. Next week Saturday is my birthday. I’m planning on going out on a dinner. Would you like to join?”

“Woah, really? Of course I want to join! Thanks for the invite!”

“No problem.” He eye smiled at me. “Shall we go?” we both had finished our sandwiches.

After Hoon payed for our lunch, we walked back to my apartment.

“Thank you for the lunch, Hoon.” I said as we arrived in front of my building.

“It was nothing. Thank you for your time. Now hurry up and finish your assignment!” He said. I giggled.

“I will. Bye!” I entered the building and took the elevator.

Back in my apartment, I took my notebook to start working on the presentation. I threw myself on my couch and worked till 6 P.M. because I decided it was enough. I think I handled every subject regarding my country. I turned on the tv, took out my phone and made myself comfortable. I checked if I got any messages. Hmm, nothing. Not even Jimin. Ah right, no drama today.

♫ Ayo, Ladies and Gentlemen ♫

I turned my head to the tv screen. Isn’t that Kookie? I watched closely. Wow, police outfit.Poor Amanda, he looks hot. Then the camera switched to some redhead. He lifted his head and my heart stopped. OMG, IS THAT JIMIN!? He really does wear glassesㅠㅠ. I came to sit on the edge of my couch fully concentrating on the MV. For some reason Jimin grabbed all of my attention, I couldn’t even focus on the other members. He looked so different, so formal, it was kind of attractive. I watched the whole MV not moving an inch. When it ended I still couldn’t move. It was like I saw another person and not Jimin. I wanted to see it again. I reached for my notebook, but stopped before picking it up. Wait.. isn’t that weird? I pulled my hand back and started to think. Well, he’s my friend right.. NO, we’re colleagues. I sighed. Why do I even say that? He has been in my house a couple of times now, so I guess we’re more than colleagues, right? I shook my head. Am I making excuses for myself? I started to get confused. Ughh, I should stop thinking too much. I was brought back to earth when my phone started to ring.

“Yeoboseyo?” I said picking up.

“Yeo what? I don’t speak chingchangchong.”

“Mom!” I was delighted to hear her voice.

“How are you dear? Why didn’t I hear anything from you?” she asked.

“I’m so sorry, mom. A lot has happened and I’ve been very busy these days.”

“Oh dear, I hope everything is fine.” she said.

“Yes, mom. No need to worry. I made a friend and found some kind of job. I love it here so far.”

“Oh really, you’re not neglecting your school aren’t you?” she asked

“No mom.” I answered. “What about you?”

“I’m alright. Oh yeah, I almost forgot. Jason came by to see you.”

“What does he want?” I replied ice-cold.

“He wanted to talk to you. Why didn’t you tell him about your departure?”

“Because we’re finished mom! I don’t want to see him anymore. Not after what he has done to me..” Flashbacks came through my mind while thinking about our time together.

“Well honey, he seems really sorry about it.” my mom said.

“I don’t care mom. I just.. I just don’t want to talk about it.”

“I understand. I know it’s hard for you right now to accept other people to get close to you. But remember, you can’t close your heart forever. ”

I didn’t reply for a few seconds.

“Honey, are you still there?” my mom asked.

“Mom?”

“Yes, dear?”

“There someone from work I’ve been hanging out with lately. Should I consider this person as a friend?”

“If you like hanging out with that person, I think you should consider your relationship as more than colleagues, right?”

“I’m not sure..” I thought about all the weird moments with Jimin.

“If you keep treating that person as a colleague you’ll probably lose a precious friend. So don’t be afraid to open up. Hang out more often with that person. You can’t live with one friend only for that long. ” She said.

“Err, it’s not that easy mom, but thanks. You should go get some rest, you have to be fit for work tomorrow. It was nice hearing your voice again” I said.

“Alright, then I expect you to call me more often from now on. Good night, sweetheart.”

“Bye, mom.” I hung up the phone. Then I remembered what I was about to do. Should I? I decided to not watch it again, because Jimin looks too good in there. It will feel so awkward if I will meet him again. I sighed, I guess mom is right. I should make more friends.

*Ding dong*

My doorbell rang. I was kind of surprised because I wasn’t expecting anyone.I answered the intercom.

“Who’s there?”

“Package for Miss Rose.” A man said.

“But I didn’t order anything.” I replied.

“It’s from Park Jimin.”

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