It had been half a year since Haein and Jisoo had reconciled, and their happiness knew no bounds as they cherished every moment together. However, their happiness was soon overshadowed by the threat of separation as Jisoo prepared to embark on a long-awaited world tour for nearly 10 months. Haein couldn't shake the worry that the time difference would keep them apart, but Jisoo comforted him with the promise that they would make it work. She vowed to go above and beyond to keep their bond strong despite the distance.
Haein's family rejoiced at their reunion, with his mother offering a heartfelt apology to Jisoo upon discovering the reasons for their separation. Jisoo, in turn, proudly introduced Haein to her own family, who welcomed him with open arms as the caring person who took care of their beloved daughter. Gratitude filled the air as Jisoo's older brother and sister expressed their gratitude for Haein's presence in Jisoo's life. It was clear that Haein had made a lasting impression on Jisoo's father, who had formed a close bond with him through their weekly golf outings. In fact, Jisoo's father saw Haein as a potential future son-in-law.
Meanwhile, there was another story building up in the sidelines. Instead of dwelling on his emotions, Taehyung poured all of his energy into his work. He spent countless hours writing an entire album on his own. Each song was a heartfelt message to Jisoo, expressing his deepest sorrow and regret with a sincere desire for forgiveness. The album, titled Beautiful Eyes, was a labor of love and contained 9 tracks, all inspired by his tumultuous relationship with Jisoo. Taehyung hoped that through his music, she would hear his apologies and find it in her heart to forgive him for his past mistakes.
In the bustling headquarters of Hybe, Taehyung sat with his manager Ok to discuss the highly anticipated release of his album. Manager Ok was pushing for an earlier release date, but Taehyung had a different vision in mind.
"I want this to be something special, something unexpected for my fans," Taehyung explained. "Let's release a pre-single to give them a taste and then release the full album a week later. It will be a surprise they won't forget.
Manager Ok hesitated, but eventually agreed to Taehyung's plan. With careful marketing and preparation, they were ready to give Taehyung's fans a musical experience they would never forget.
"Okay, I will tell the higher ups," Manager Ok said.
"Well, yes, you can tell them. But if by any chance they say no, then I will not release it in any other way or form." Taehyung said sternly.
"Yes, calm down, I will do my best to convince them. I know they will love it too. This is new and exciting so they will take a look at it, don't worry," Manager OK replied. Taehyung immediately left the main building and walked back to his house while thinking.
"I hope that you will forgive me, Jisoo, and I hope that I will be able to talk to you one last time before you go.
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Haein arrived at Jisoo's parents' house unannounced, surprising both Mr. and Mrs. Kim.
"My son, I have been eagerly waiting for you," Mr. Kim exclaimed excitedly.
" Yes, Abeoji, I'm sorry I'm a little late, I got stuck in traffic," Haein apologized as he bowed respectfully.
"No worries my son, come in," Mr. Kim gestured and led him into the living room.
"Ohh, Haein, how are you?" Mrs. Kim greeted him warmly. "I'm fine Mrs. Kim and you?" Haein replied with a bow.
"I'm fine, I'm so happy to see you here. But where is my daughter?" Mrs. Kim inquired, a hint of confusion in her voice.
"No, no, honey, he called me to tell me that he wanted to talk to both of us without Jisoo being here," Mr. Kim said to his wife.
"Oh, I'm sorry, I thought you were both coming. My mistake!!!" Mrs. Kim apologized with a smile.
As they gathered in the living room, Haein sat across from Jisoo's parents. With a deep sense of respect and admiration, he spoke from the heart. "I hold you both in high esteem, and I have a request that has been on my mind since I first met your daughter. Jisoo has brought immense joy to my life, and I cannot imagine it without her. She is my guiding light and I promise to always cherish her. May I have your blessing to ask for her hand in marriage?"
With a smile on his face and a bow of his head, Haein expressed his sincerity. Jisoo's parents were touched by his words, and Mr. Kim approached Haein, causing him to rise from his seat.
Tears of joy filled the room as Mr. Kim hugged Haein. "We couldn't be happier that you are the one who wants to marry our daughter. Jisoo deserves a kind and loving soul like you. You have our heartfelt blessing, my son," he declared.
Mrs. Kim, her eyes shining with emotion, added, "Yes, absolutely. We give you our heartfelt blessing to marry our daughter."
"Thank you very much. I vow to cherish and care for her for all eternity," Haein replied with deep gratitude, paying his respects to Jisoo's parents.
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As Jisoo prepared for her evening with Haein, she couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement. He had requested that she dress elegantly, a departure from her usual casual attire for dates. Despite her surprise, Jisoo was excited at the prospect of sharing a special moment with Haein before her upcoming trip to South America in just three days.
Taking Jennie's feedback into account, she decided to dress boldly but still maintain an air of elegance. As she finished getting ready, a knock at the door interrupted her thoughts. Rushing to answer it, she was pleasantly surprised to see Haein waiting outside.
"Wow, Jisoo, you're absolutely stunning," Haein stammered, his eyes roaming over her body. The sight of her in that gorgeous dress made his heart race. Without hesitation, he closed the distance between them and placed his hands on her hips.
"You look incredible, darling. I can't bear to leave, let's forget our plans for tonight," Haein suggested with a playful grin. Jisoo could feel his warm breath on her skin, his excitement palpable as he stood so close to her.
"Actually, I wouldn't mind skipping our plans and staying in," Jisoo suggested as she placed her hands on his chest. Haein's initial hesitation melted away as he remembered their previous commitments for the evening. With a sudden burst of determination, he gently pushed her hands away and took a step back.
"Um, no, we really should go. Let's get going!" Haein awkwardly blurted out to Jisoo, surprising her with his sudden change in attitude.
"Okay, I guess we should stick to the plan then. Let's go, right?" Jisoo replied, a little confused by his sudden urgency.
After two and a half hours on the road, Jisoo couldn't help but wonder where they were going. The scenery outside the window seemed to become more rural, far from the bustling city they had left behind.
"Honey, do you think we're going the right way?" Jisoo asked worriedly, looking over at her friend Haein.
"Don't worry, we're on the right track. It's just a bit of a drive to get there, but trust me, you'll love it," Haein reassured her, squeezing her hand gently as they drove on. Jisoo's worries faded as she smiled back at him, excited to see where their journey would lead.
They had finally reached their destination, a desolate and isolated place with no signs of civilization around.
"Let's keep going," Haein urged, pointing in the direction they needed to go.
Jisoo hesitated, looking at her high heels in disbelief. "Are you serious? I can't walk in these," she protested.
Haein laughed, understanding her dilemma. "You're right, take them off. We'll put them back on when we get there," he suggested, reaching out to help her.
With a sigh, Jisoo complied, taking off her heels and walking barefoot beside Haein as they ventured further into the deserted landscape.
Upon seeing the place, Jisoo's eyes lit up with joy.
"Oh my goodness, Haein, this is absolutely amazing!" Jisoo exclaimed, jumping up and down with excitement. Haein couldn't help but feel overjoyed to see his girlfriend so happy. He wrapped his arms around her from behind.
"I'm glad you like it," Haein murmured into Jisoo's ear. She responded by planting a kiss on the side of his face, her smile beaming brightly.
"Come closer," Haein suggested, guiding Jisoo with a gentle pull.
As they arrived at their destination, Haein graciously pulled out a chair for Jisoo to sit on. She smiled appreciatively at him for his gesture. Suddenly, a server approached them, presenting the menu for the evening's dinner.
"Wow, Haein, how did you find this place?" Jisoo marveled, still in awe of their surroundings.
"Let's just say someone very special to us led me here," Haein replied with a smile.
Throughout the night, Jisoo and Haein kept up a lively conversation, enjoying each other's company. Haein couldn't help but lean closer to the table and reach out to gently touch Jisoo's face. His eyes never left her, hanging on her every word and laughing heartily at all her jokes and witty remarks. Haein was captivated by her presence, completely absorbed in every moment they shared.
"Excuse me, it's time," the waiter whispered to Haein. With a knowing nod, Haein acknowledged the signal.
"Thank you," Haein mumbled in reply.
Confused, Jisoo turned to Haein and asked, "What does he mean by that, my love?"
"Come with me, I'll show you," Haein replied as he led Jisoo to the center of the square.
"Wait here and watch the sky," Haein whispered in her ear. Jisoo followed his instructions, her eyes fixed on the sky above. Suddenly, fireworks exploded in the distance, lighting up the night sky. Overwhelmed with joy and excitement, Jisoo turned to Haein only to find him on his knees in front of her. Shocked by his unexpected gesture, Jisoo was left speechless.
As the fireworks lit up the sky, Haein declared, "Jisoo, these past few months with you have brought me incomparable joy. I would be the happiest man in the world if you would accept me to be your partner for life. Will you marry me, baby?"
Tears of joy streamed down Jisoo's face as she exclaimed, "Yes, a million times yes!" She leaned forward and kissed Haein passionately on the lips, their embrace filling the empty landscape around them with love. Haein broke the kiss gently and slid the ring onto her finger.
"I love you, Jisoo. You are the woman of my life," Haein said, his eyes shining with emotion.
"I love you too, Haein. You are the man of my dreams," Jisoo replied, pulling him into a tight embrace.