JISOO
"I'm trusting you on this, Mrs. Kim."
I gladly accepted his handshake and smiled widely. I nearly cried when I heard those words. Mr. Lee Park June is one of the most anticipated CEO. He has a lot of hotels and resorts here in Seoul even in other countries. But, he trusted me. He trusted us once more. This is a new start.
A famous and rich family will be having a wedding this weekend and we're assigned to their meals. They are kinda demanding about what dish they want to but I tried hard. I watch some youtube videos about because they want an Intalian dishes. Her husband's family is an Italian, that's why.
"Smells good," Jennie said as she arrives home. What dish is that?" she asked as she watches me make this dish.
"Bruschetta, mi amore." I winked. She giggled and waited for me.
"Full of Italian dishes," she said as she realized my menu.
"Yeah, kinda complicated.. I will teach this to my chefs tomorrow." I said, she nodded her head and waited for me.
Few moments later, she called my name.
"Jisoo."
"Mhmm?" I replied.
"About the baby—"
"It's fine Jen. I won't ask you anymore about that." I replied and become serious.
I still don't know what's stopping her. I know it's not just because of her dream. I know somethings off about her. I told her to become more open but she didn't. There are still parts of her story that I don't know. I will try to know about it but not this time.
She nodded her head and tried to smile.
I know it's hard for her too. But if she loves her career so much, then how about me? Does.. does she care about me?
I finished almost midnight. I taste all of the foods and become satisfied with the outcome. Lia was already out of jail. I was about to hire her back but she refused.
"Stop risking everything Miss Jisoo," she said. "Thank you for everything, for still giving me a chance. For not giving up on me... but I already put so much burden in you.."
"Stop saying that—"
"You know it's true. You're indenial. You love your career, your dreams.. So why trust me again? A person who almost ruin everything from you?"
I couldn't speak. Because I don't know the answer.
"Thank you for everything Miss Jisoo," she bowed. "Don't worry... I'll take care of myself." she said before leaving.
Stop risking everything? Am I risking everything?
•••
Next day, I went to the restaurant to teach my chefs including Taehyung. He is the one who made it perfect and he guides everyone as well. I couldn't say more, Taehyung is perfect for this job. He loves his job, and I am grateful he stayed.
I went to Jennie's agency and gave her lunch. Everyone looks at me and wondering. I knew it. Not everyone will accept me here. But, why is that Irene is not an issue to them? Irene dumped Jennie and they didn't even say a word.
I rolled my eyes from that thought.
"Good morning Miss Jisoo, Miss Jennie says you can leave her lunch here." Her secretary told me.
I chuckled, "I wanted to talk to her... can you say that to her?" I said
"I'm sorry Miss Jisoo, but Miss Jennie—"
"Mrs. you mean?" I asked, she chuckled nervously. "She's Mrs. Jennie and I am Mrs. Jisoo. We're married." I smiled before giving her the lunch box and leave.
from: babe
hey. i'm here in interview with kai. how's your day?
I hold my phone tight when I saw her text. So she wasn't there. I sighed, I was tricked.
to: babe
i'm going home now. i left your lunch in your office. your secretary took it for you. stay safe. i love you
I turned off the phone and drive carefully. I went to the starbucks first to take out something. I was shocked when I saw Jeongyeon. She's the cashier. She was shocked when she saw me too.
"Jisoo!? Oh my goodness!" She exclaimed
"Jeongyeon! How are you? I didn't know you're working here!?" I was still so shock. She chuckled.
"Well, not just me.." she shrugged.
"Jeongyeon-ah! What did you say about the order— oh my gosh, Jisoo?!" I laughed when I saw Nayeon's expression.
"Can we talk inside?" I asked.
"Sure, just wait.." Jeongyeon said. I parked my car and went inside to look for a seat. I sit down when I saw a vacant seat and saw Nayeon and Jeongyeon approaching me.
"Oh my goodness Jisoo! They're right, you're a big time now!" Nayeon laughed.
"Not really," I shrugged. "It's good to see you guys. How are you? Where are the others?" I asked them.
"Seulgi went to Australia to study there. Yeri pursued her acting career. Wendy as a singer. Tzuyu went back to Taiwan to her mom. And now us," She raised their hands and I saw a shining rings on their fingers.
I smiled but then when I realized...
"What the fu— are you guys...?!" my mouth opened when I realized it. They laughed and nodded their heads.
"It's a miracle!" Jeongyeon chuckled. "W-We realized we love each other..." they smiled happily.
"T-That's so sweet..." I smiled and wiped my tears. "I'm so happy for you guys.. really.. When's the wedding?" I asked them
"We are still fixing our apartment so maybe next year?" Nayeon shrugged. "How about you and Miss Jennie? After the wedding? I heard about your restaurant, are you okay now?" She asked worriedly.
I nodded my head, "Everything's under control.. Everything's fine now." I smiled to assured her.
She sighed, "Thank goodness! I was so worried about you two."
"Is everything alright here too?" I asked.
They both shared a look and laugh. "Jisoo, don't tell me people accept you and Jennie so fast?" Jeongyeon chuckled
I creased my forehead when I don't get what they're implying. "We are struggling here. People here are so judgmental and always on our business. Can't they just leave us alone?" Nayeon rolled her eyes.
"They are telling us we're against God or somethin', as if they knew everything!" Jeongyeon chuckled and wrapper her arm on Nayeon's shoulder.
"H-How did you handle that?" I asked them. It's just like us.. People don't accept us. They still give comments about us even we're married already. And their words and comments are affecting Jennie's career. Even mine.
"We don't give a f and continue with our life," Jeongyeon shrugged her shoulders. "Their comments don't mean anything to us. When we both have each other's back, we can do everything." she confidently said.
"Why? Don't tell me people are still on you and Miss Jennie's business?" I didn't answered. "Oh my gosh. How are you handling that?"
"Jennie's career is affected. She was getting hate because of me." I pouted.
"What? That is not because of you." Nayeon laughed.
"Huh?"
"Jisoo, before you enter to Jennie's life.. She was already receiving hate. That's part of industry. When you enter a fame life, expect people to like and hate you at the same time." Jeongyeon said
"But, she was getting MORE hate—"
"No dear, they're just using your relationship with her to hate her MORE. Don't be affected! If her fans think like that, are they really Jennie's fans?" Nayeon looked at me in the eyes. "You don't need to blame yourself. You don't have to be affected. Your love for each other must be always there. That's what those people want, to ruin you two."
I sighed. She's right. She's very right. But Jennie is the one who should listening to this right now. And not me.
"Is there anything a problem beside that?" Jeongyeon asked.
"I wanted to adopt but Jennie didn't want to." I told her.
"Because of her career?" I nodded. "How could that affect her career?"
"Well, because of our relationship—"
"Bullshit." Jeongyeon rolled her eyes. "If her true fans support Miss Jennie, they should understand that. Miss Jennie will not kill a baby, she will adopt! They should be happy because of that, not all people have the guts to take responsibility of a child thats not their own."
And that hit me. Jennie should definitely understand this. We should talk about this. Like for real.
"Hello, Miss Jisoo... you're extra large cappucino is here." A waitress put down my drink. I took the drink and gave Jeongyeon and Nayeon a money.
"What's this?"
"Are you in a hurry?"
"I should pay for your time. Thank you so much! I'll talk to Jennie now." I said before leaving.