Fate

Chapter 113

Namjoon's POV
She didn't need my hand out there. Her stance was tall and strong as usual. We didn't stand super close to eachother. We stood at arm's reach, enough for me to rest my hand on her waist. Charming smiles, waves and bows on full display. I guided her to our seats at tables. Bangtan were at tables next to us. "Ready for the show?"

She clapped her hands as music came on. "So ready! It went well back there, did it?"

I laughed. "Wait for the reaction cameras." She enjoyed the performances... A lot.

The camera caught her and Tae messing around doing the choreo in tiny mode. I was laughing out of how sweet it was and her shocked and excited face when she got caught.

Believe it or not. I had a nomination for best R&B soul album. Honestly, I had been nominated last time with Indigo years ago and didn't win. This  was a more eclectic album with a wider range of styles in the genre. I was STRESSED. I didn't need this win, but I wanted it. It meant a lot to be nominated in another category than Pop. "And the winner is..." I had my pinky holding hers, our opposite hands brushing against our mouths.
Please.. Please it be the year. "RM-Take Notes Album." I got up so fast. I couldn't believe it. As it seemed to be tradition, the guys escorted me for my first win. Mina was seated, yelling and clapping. I took the trophy. "Wow.. I want to thank you so much for this. This album means so much to me. I took a lot of risks in the past year and being more blunt or obvious in my messaging was one of them. I want to thank BigHit, my team, my friends, the people who supported me and inspired me through all of this. It means a lot..Thank you!" I left the stage to put my award away. When I got back, they were announcing another category we had nothing to do with. I was grinning like crazy.

As was she. "I believed in you more than you did-"

I kissed her cheek. "Thank you for this."

"I had nothing to do with your work." She covered her cheek. "Your thoughts and words are yours alone."

I gladly held her hand. Feminism, social critics, political caricatures, mental health, being yourself. I did think all of these things, but having someone with whom I could shake my ideologies without arguing. "I know, thanks for dealing with my ass, the late nights and crazy schedules."

She shrugged. "You do have a nice ass. It helps." She couldn't keep a straight face. Deliberately making a joke now? She got up. "I have to sneak away now~"
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That's what she meant! No Mamamoo, but a plus (+). Cleverly disguised. Really. Wait.. They weren't leaving the stage? The dancers left by the back for a moment and I noticed. Ah.. she had body makeup. I wish she didn't. The song changed to what I'd describe as a crossover between Egotistic and Decalcomanie. Solar and Moonbyul took off their jerseys. They started singing.. Their comeback song! When the girls came back, they were dressed in all white, which had been easily concealed under their jeans/shorts and shirt prior to this. White leather pants or shorts with corset tops. Elegant, yet edgy? It did fit the duo well, that contrast. The choreography was great, I couldn't explain properly. It was feminine, but not sexy. Strong, but not harsh. The dance break was a nice touch. The song ended with the duo standing in front of a platform, the dancers sitting on that platform that lifted from the floor. A little wave from the ladies and they jumped off. That was high! We couldn't see as they went behind the piece. I was shocked. In a good way. After 30 minutes, she didn't come back. All she had to do was put her dress back on. Then, I got it.