"Please" Wooyoung begged, "I don't want this either but our relationship won't work if I'm half way across the world for months on end." Cupping my cheek he wiped away the falling tears.
Looking down to my lap I knew that deep down this was the only option, yet I didn't want to lose him.
"Princess." he cooes, tilting my head up I looked into his watery eyes, the eyes which I fell in love with. The person I fell in love with.
"B-but we promised to stick together." I exhaled, my voice breaking. "I know we did baby, I know." Resting his forehead against mine we sat in silence.
"I will always love you y/n, you know that right?" I nodded softly. "And I will always love you too Wooyoung." Intertwining our hands he kissed my temple, "But long distance can work for some people." I spoke up in hope, in hope that he would change his mind.
"I know, and we could. But I won't be able to talk to you as much as I do now. Hell we won't even be able to hug or kiss one another when the other one is upset or having a bad day. I don't want to feel like a burden. You have your future dreams as do I. This is the best opportunity I will ever receive to be apart of a group and achieve my dreams."
"I know Woo, and I don't want to be selfish and stop you. I'm happy for you I truly am, I-I just don't get h-how you can throw what we've had all away."
"I'm not throwing it away princess." Wooyoung fought.
"I know what's best for me and I know what's best for you. You want to achieve your dreams of becoming a CEO for Hybe Labels and you shall continue to live those dreams."
Pulling me into his embrace I clung tightly to his arm. "I never want to let go" I cried as I rested my head onto his chest. "I never want to let go either my princess. I love you y/n" He whispered into my ear. "I love you too Wooyoung."
5 Months Later
"You aren't doing well y/n, what's going on?" My house mate Jackson asked as he took a seat next to me. Throwing the cigarette butt onto the ground I looked out onto the cities evening view. The kaleidoscope of shimmering lights flickered in the distance as the starry sky sweeps over the city.
"It's nothing" I mumbled.
"You need to stop this." He scolds as he snatches away the lighter and cigarette packet from my hands. "Hey" I growl as I reach over, aiming to retrieve back my only freedom. "This isn't helping you." He argues, "I don't care. Give it back Jackson."
"Well I care" he states making me freeze mid air. "I care about you y/n, I don't want you dying." My mouth fell ajar. "I know you haven't been eating y/n. I've even caught glimpse of the left over scraps in the bin after dinner, I'm not stupid." He adds. "Tell me what's going on, please." He begs. "I want to help you over come whatever has triggered in your life."
"You won't understand." I reply as I turn back to look at the red and orange sky, the sun slowly setting behind the skylines buildings.
"Is it about your ex Wooyoung?"
Blinking rapidly I held back the tears as my chest grew heavy. Watching as my legs swung over the edge of the balcony the evening's soft breeze flew through my hair, opening up my face.
"It is isn't it?" Jackson asks. Shrugging my shoulders my nose began to feel fuzzy. "What happened? I know you broke up but what was the real reason?"
"He was moving on to achieve his dreams. He's always wanted to become a singer and dancer. And a few months ago he got offered auditions to join a new group."
"And you're upset because he left or?" I shook my head. "No, I'm happy for him. I'm just upset because he was my everything. After my parents died I went into really bad depression, I didn't know how to handle anything let alone my life. But when Wooyoung came into the picture he literally turned my life upside down, he taught me what love meant.
A-and when he told me he was leaving me it just reminded me of the time that my parents said they were leaving me too, only they never returned home."
Placing his arm around my shoulder Jackson pulled me close. "I'm sorry." He apologises, "No it's ok, I never told you." Resting his head onto mine we sat on the balcony enjoying one another's company.
"But even without Wooyoung, you can still turn your life upside down." Jackson reassures. "I know" I whispered as I rubbed my hands together.
"I-I think I might move out of the city." I admit making Jackson's eyebrows lift in admiration, "Really?" "Y-yeah, I feel like I need a fresh start and fresh life in a new town." "Well you know I will always be here, no matter what you choose." "Thank you."
•
"Got your tickets?"
"Yes"
"Got your passport?"
"Yes" I chime.
"And do you have?..." "Jackson" I called aloud. "I have everything, I'm fine." I reassured. "I know you do." He says pulling me into his chest, hugging me tightly.
"Call me when you land, call me when you get to your car and call me when you arrive at your new place." I rolled my eyes, "Yes I will Jackson. I promise." "You better" he taunts.
"This is a fresh start ok, remember that. Fresh start of your new career and fresh start of forgetting about Wooyoung."
My chest felt warm the moment Wooyoung's name was spoken of.
"One more hug" Jackson demands as I fall into his embrace. "This isn't goodbye Jackson, I'll see you soon, you promised to come visit me anyway" "I know, but to me it's a goodbye for a short amount of time, I'm gonna miss you." "Same for you" Ruffling my hair I pulled away from his embrace.
Even though Jackson was my annoying flat mate he grew to be the older brother I never had.
Placing my bag over my shoulders I began to walk away. "Goodbye squirt" he shouted causing me to walk away in embarrassment.
"That kid" I chuckled as I headed for my gate.
1 year later
"All singed and dated" One of the members from BTS Taehyung spoke as he handed me the paperwork. I smiled, "thank you Taehyung, you're the first one to hand it back to me quickly and on time." He raised his eyebrows in satisfaction, "Like I said from the beginning, I'll never disappoint"
"Erm excuse me" Jin called as he approached myself and Taehyung. "You disappointed y/n last week when you didn't turn up to the meeting on time" "hey that was--"
"Before you blame me don't" the leader of the group Namjoon intervened.
"Hey, hey, don't bicker" I fought as I gently pushed Namjoon away from Taehyung.
"We're on your side though" Jin grumbles. "Hey, no sides are to be taken" I scolded. "Yes Taehyung was late but he's always the first to hand in any documents that I hand you all. Now away with you I have a meeting with a new group."
"Ooo a new group" Jimin grinned as he came beside me, "and who might that be?"
"None of your beeswax, now away with you." Chuckling at my formality the boys left the room, leaving me to prepare.
Once I finished putting everything into position my boss rang me.
Pressing the green button on the caller ID I answered the phone. "Hello Mr Kim" "Afternoon Miss y/n, are you all prepared for the meeting?" "Yes, I've just finished setting up."
I could hear the happy smile of my boss on the other line. "Fantastic, now you should know they aren't apart of Hybe entertainment" I frowned. "What do you mean?" "Their current building is going under construction. Bangtan's training manager happily accepted for them to attend Hybe today."
Walking around the table I continued to listen to Mr Kim's words.
•
"Yes that's all understood Mr Kim" "Great, I know you won't but if you happen to have any issues I'm only a phone call away."
"Thank you Mr Kim."
"No, thank you Miss y/n, have a great meeting and rest of your day." "Likewise, take care Mr Kim"
Ending the call I placed my phone down onto the table. Crossing my arms over my chest I looked out of the window and onto the busy city, cars driving around as they were driving to their locations.
"Bet you didn't think you would get this far?"
Jolting in fight I turned on my heel at the sound of a males voice.
Smiling happily I was met with the youngest member from BTS, Jungkook, to whom I was one of the closest too. "Never in a million years" I chuckled as he pulled me into a warm hug. "I know this is a little different to what you've done before but you will smash it. Just think as though his band is apart of Hybe, not a different one."
"I know, that's not what I'm worried about" "then what?" He enquired. "I'm worried--"
Knock knock
The sound of soft knocking cut off my words to Jungkook. Heading for the door I opened it up to reveal my secretary Lucy, "Miss y/n the band from KQ are here" "Ah yes, please send them in" Thanking her with a smile she left my presence to retrieve the group.
"I best get going, I shall see you later in the cafe once this meeting is finished, no questions asked." I rolled my eyes at Jungkook's demand. "Ok, I'll be there" "Good." After watching him leave the room I turned on my laptop and brought up my PowerPoint presentation.
As the door swiftly opened Lucy gestured for the group to enter.
One by one the boys took their seats, "Good afternoon, I'm Hongjoong and I'm the leader of this band called Ateez." The blonde haired male greeted as he held out his hand.
"Nice to meet you Hongjoong, and to the rest of you, my name is Y/n and I'm one of the CEO's here at Hybe labels."
"You are beautiful" a black haired member complimented causing me to blush, "thank you"
"There is one more member on the way but he's running a little late." Hongjoong called. "No worries, we can wait till he arrives, in the mean time I'm just going to hand out the essentials."
Placing a pen and paper in front of each member the door suddenly burst open, hitting the wall behind.
"Sorry I'm late" the member apologised.
"It's no problem..."
Looking up my smile immediately faded, my eyes falling wide.
"Y/n?"
"Wooyoung?"
The rest of the members looked at us in confusion.
"You two know one another?" The tallest member enquired as he pointed between us both.
"Y-yes, w-we" "We grew up together, our mothers were best friends until-" my eyes grew wide, signalling Wooyoung to stop is reply.
"Until?" Another member asked. "U-until I moved away. Now let's get back to the meeting."
Handing Wooyoung a pen and paper I signalled for him to take a seat.
Approaching my laptop I began to give Ateez their presentation.
Few Hours Later
"This sounds amazing, did you produce this all yourself?" Hongjoong asked. I nodded, "yes, with the acceptance of my fellow mangers and BTS this collab could be what brings Army's and Atiny's together."
"We've already met BTS before and they are a great band, this collab could be what we need." Yunho chimed. "Couldn't agree more" the youngest Jongho added.
I smiled, "This is great, but do remember you have a week to think and talk things over as a group. I understand it's a change but personally this could be good for you guys to expand."
Hongjoong nodded, "I am definitely liking this idea, but of course we will talk through it."
Switching off my laptop I sighed in content. "Well this meeting is over so you're more then welcome to leave and head to the cafe."
"Where will that be?" Seonghwa, the one with the defined jawline asked as he threw his jacket over his shoulders. "Take a right out of the office then it's floor three on the elevator." He smiled, "Thank you"
Gathering their belongings they all left the meeting room.
All but one.
"H-how have you been?" Wooyoung asked as he approached me. "I've been better" I replied. "Since when did you move here?" "About a year ago, I decided to have a change of scenery and of course to get my job here."
"Well you've done well, you look beautiful too." Looking up Wooyoung's cheeks were a soft shade of pink. "Thank you, you haven't scrubbed up so bad yourself." I added as I headed for the door.
"Wait" he called as he ran after me.
"Can we at least go for lunch. I feel like we have so much to catch up on, I miss you" he stated, mumbling the last part. "I'm already meeting someone else for lunch. But maybe another time."
As the elevators doors chimed open myself and Wooyoung both entered. Pressing floor three the doors closed behind us.
•
Heading out and toward the cafe Wooyoung stayed close making conversation. "How about dinner. Are you free tonight?" He asked in hope.
Sighing in frustration I stopped mid walk. "What's with all these questions Woo-?" "Woo" he chuckled, smiling his beautiful smile. "It's been a while since you called me that." I scoffed. "You left me over a year ago and never bothered to reach out to me. The moment we see one another you all of a sudden want to have dinner."
"I just admitted I miss you y/n. You have no idea how much I regret not reaching out to you. The moment I saw you today just made me realise I shouldn't have let you go, you're my everything."
"Let me go? Seriously" I laughed a little.
"It was your choice and your decision to leave me. Yes it was great that you were moving on to achieve your dreams but--"
"Y/n" Jungkook called as he approached us.
Turning around I sent him a relieved smile. "Hey"
"Wait? You two know one another?" Wooyoung asked, his eyes wide, jealously expressing on his face. "Well she does work here and she's also one of our mangers" Jungkook replied sternly. "How do you know y/n?" He asked Wooyoung.
"We've known one another since we were kids" I intervened. "Now let's go get some food, I'm starving."
Smiling down Jungkook guided us to his table.
"Wait" Wooyoung stopped. "I'll scrap the dinner idea, can we at least just meet for a drink?"
Did I want to let Wooyoung back into my life again?
"Please" he begged. "We can work this out" I sighed. "We could have worked it out from the very beginning Wooyoung. But it was your choice to break us, not me."
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