A/n- are you guys ready for some intense drama??👀
*
It was obvious that he was just putting on a show...
Jungkook took his time and answered slowly, "It's okay, Mr. Oh, I can take care of my own wife and mother-in-law. I will treat them well, so you don't have to worry at all."
"I..." Jungkook's words stuffed a sock in Mr. Oh's mouth.
Now that's what they call the 'cold-shoulder treatment'...
"Did you hear what he said? We're not interested in your stupid money... Don't act all high and mighty just because you have money, let me tell you, it won't work now... Back then I dated you partly because you were rich. But after all these years, I've come to a realization – all the money in the world won't give you happiness. You still won't be able to live until you're 200 years old. Being content with what you have is true happiness."
Her mother stood on Lisa's side as well...
Upon seeing how stubborn this family was, he had no choice but to leave.
"Mom... the Oh Family is in chaos right now, I don't know what he's planning to do, but don't ever let him in the house again, okay?"
"I know, I only let him in because he told me he had something important to talk to me about. If I had known that he was going to say all that, I would've chased him out a long time ago. You obviously can't make a crab walk straight, I can't believe he used to tell me that your Uncle Watanabe was the cunning one."
"Did he talk to you about Uncle Watanabe?" Lisa immediately asked her mother upon hearing what she said.
"Yeah... he often defamed your Uncle Watanabe in front of me; he said that he was cunning, and I would never see him for who he actually was... he said that I was stupid and that your uncle Watanabe was someone who would kidnap me and then dupe me into paying for my own ransom."
"Oh..."
"Why?" Curious, Lisa's mother asked.
"Nothing, I was just wondering." Lisa smiled and stopped asking.
On their way back, Jungkook held Lisa's hand as he asked with a smile, "You seem to be really mysterious lately."
"No, I haven't."
"I feel like you're hiding something from me."
"Why would I?" Guilty, Lisa immediately denied it.
"Really?" Jungkook was doubtful.
"I'm really not... I swear."
"Anyways... if I find out, I'm going to teach you a good lesson." Jungkook smiled but didn't say anything else.
*
Soon it was Jimin's birthday. A few days before his party, the media all began to report wildly about it.
People paid a lot of attention to the event because they thought Jimin would hold a big birthday party at BigHit.
However, the company didn't disclose anything...
Even when Mina, Lissa, and the other female celebrities were interviewed, they all claimed that they didn't know President Park's plans.
BigHit's employees also kept their mouths shut about their boss's birthday party.
However, the more they did that, the more curious the media got...
Jimin's birthday party began at 6 PM that night at his private mansion.
His mansion was home to one of the biggest private aquariums; Taehyung used to joke that going into Jimin's mansion was like going to an ocean park of some sort.
Tempered glass surrounded the place, and sea animals and tropical fish were everywhere to be seen.
It must be romantic to sleep in his mansion...
However sadly, no woman was ever lucky enough to stay over at his luxurious mansion.
He hated strangers who invaded his personal space...
Even when he favored Kang Seulgi, he never let her stay overnight...
The Park Family took Jimin's 28th birthday very seriously. At noon, Jimin had lunch with his parents and grandfather.
Then, according to tradition, he went to the ancestral hall and kowtowed to his ancestors.
At night, he returned to his mansion, marking the beginning of the extravagant, young people's party.
Renowned directors and celebrities from all over South Korea arrived quietly in Seoul. Countless luxury cars parked outside Jimin's private mansion.
However, because of the tight security, reporters weren't allowed in, so most of them stood outside anxiously.
Taehyung came with Jennie.
Bang Chan came with someone new – she was a staggering 178 cm-tall Russian-Korean model, a newbie on the runway.
The theme of today's party was red, so everyone came wearing red.
The atmosphere was as joyous as Korean New Year...
Jimin was wearing a dark-red shirt, with decorative stripes on his chest and shelves. He looked elegant and regal.
A black diamond hung on his left ear, shining brightly under the lights...
"Holy shit... guys, don't you think Jimin super handsome tonight?" Bang Chan exclaimed to Taehyung from afar.
The others looked out to see Jimin standing in the middle of the crowd with a glass of champagne in his hand. He was gazing out as if he was waiting for someone to come.
Jimin's private mansion had a 400 square meter garden; everything was as luxurious as could be.
The design was unprecedented as well... Many celebrities began complimenting his mansion as soon as they stepped inside.
A red carpet was laid out from the front gates all the way to the mansion doors.
A stage was constructed beside the swimming pool, with a famous girl group dancing atop it.
There were western dishes, red wine, and champagne everywhere. There were hundreds of dishes and thousands of drinks.
The place was even decorated with countless flowers ...
Jimin was a man of luxury and extravagance; although he didn't announce his party to the world, he spared no money in decorations, making the entire place eye-catching and sumptuous.
"Jimin... you're so handsome today, I think I'm falling in love with you," Bang Chan walked up to him and said teasingly.
"Stop with the nonsense... help me greet the guests, I'm going crazy here." Jimin was speechless.
A bunch of people who weren't even invited came out of nowhere; the scene was like a movie premiere, and all of the BigHit celebrities attended as well.
Even Joy, whom JC poached, came to his party. She was wearing a red gown with seductive makeup and looked extremely pretty.
"Dr. Jennie, you sure are pretty today." Jimin smiled as he looked at Jennie.
"I've always been pretty, okay?" Jennie said as she linked arms with Taehyung.
"So when's little Taehyung coming out?"
"The due day is August of next year," Taehyung answered proudly; after all, he was the first of them to become a father.
"Hey... guys, look, who is that!" A few girls shrieked.
Jimin and Taehyung both looked towards the door as well...
A man in a red tuxedo came in through the door; he didn't smile and had sharp eyes.
He was very good looking, but no one seemed to recognize him.
"Is that... a new celebrity under BigHit? He's so handsome..."
"It shouldn't be, BigHit didn't promote him, but he is really hot..."
"Look at how handsome he is, he's not even smiling..."
The women chatted amongst themselves...
After walking in, he headed straight for Jimin...
Then, he extended his hand. "Young Master Park, happy birthday."
"When in the world did you come back?" Jimin was pleasantly surprised.
He was Lee Know, he was one of the most eligible bachelors of south Korea after Jimin, Sehun, Taehyung and Bang Chan. He was the young heir of Northern Auto.
Bang Chan didn't actually like him because Bang Chan always thought he was his competition. For now he ranked higher than Lee Know in the list of most eligible bachelors of seoul but Bang Chan knew, that was because he was rarely living in Seoul and once Lee Know moved here permanently, his ranking on the list would definitely be at risk.
Lee Know had been studying in England all this time, so not many have seen him in Korea.
Apparently, he and Jimin were close friends. It seemed like the rumors were true.
"Last night."
"Why didn't you call? I could've picked you up."
"If I told you, would it be a surprise?" Lee know replied.
Jimin smiled...
The two exchanged a few words before Lee Know headed in...
"Why is that pretentious douche back?" Bang Chan was unhappy.
"Hey... don't be so passive aggressive about the rankings back then, okay? He's doesn't even care, why do you?" Taehyung smiled.
"I can't let it go, our families are about the same, but some people think I'm not as handsome as him. Here's the fact though – I'm much more handsome than he is, okay?"
"Right, you're the most handsome man on this earth," Jimin turned around to leave after saying this.
"What the hell, Jimin, why do I feel like you are being very sarcastic!" Bang Chan complained.
Taehyung and Jennie broke into laughter...
"Hey, Taehyung, do you think Jungkook will come?"
"If the person who was hitting on your wife held a birthday party, would you go?"
"Pffft... that's a great answer."
"How careless would he be if he came? If you don't believe me, let's make a bet. I'll bet you a yacht that Jungkook isn't coming." Taehyung smiled.
"I don't want to bet. I'm scared that I'll lose my boxers." Bang Chan commented.
"But I really think that Lisa can make it," he added.
"You think, you think, you always think... I think that Lisa will get a divorce and marry our Jimin!" Taehyung rolled his eyes at Bang Chan's unreliable thoughts.
If Lisa came to an event like this, wouldn't her presence seem... out of place?
Just then, a guest at the door once again grabbed everyone's attention...
"Han Tzuyu? Why is she here too?" Bang Chan was surprised by Tzuyu's arrival. As far as he was concerned, she wasn't that close with Jimin.
"Young Master Park, happy birthday." Tzuyu had on a pair of red, wide-legged pants with a white T-shirt.
Although it was early winter outside, Jimin's mansion was brimming with energy. Most guests were dressed in summer attire.
"Thank you."
"My father is attending meetings in another city, so I've come here to represent him. Please forgive his absence." Tzuyu was truly a master socializer.
Her every smile was just right, and her every move looked natural.
Mayor Han paid a lot of attention to Jimin's birthday. He made sure that Tzuyu attended the event with a present.
It was all because of Grandpa Park's prestige. He only had one precious grandson, so no one dared to disregard him.
"My father told me to bring you this calligraphy." Tzuyu handed over a cylinder.
"Please thank Mayor Han for me," Jimin answered calmly. He was already used to politicians.
"I heard that... Young Master Park and Lisa are good friends?"
Jimin raised his head and looked at her calmly. He didn't understand what she meant by that question.
Tzuyu then said, "I am also friends with Lisa. She's a great person, I really like her."
"Oh, really?" Jimin replied lightly.
He didn't appreciate his relationship with Lisa being pried on by others. Plus, he didn't even think he had any relationship with Tzuyu.
"I like someone, and I will keep it to myself if it bothers others. Is that even too much to ask for?"
Far off in the distance, Jennie gazed at Tzuyu. She said quietly, "I don't like this Tzuyu."
"Why not?" Taehyung was surprised.
"No reason. It's just a feeling, a first impression."
"You shouldn't like her, she's probably Lisa's biggest competitor... she's the Jeon Family's prized possession and Mrs. Jeon's biggest weapon. She's also the only woman who can enter the Jeon Manor as she wishes and see Jungkook whenever she wants to."
Bang Chan was always well-informed of these types of gossips, so he began to dissect Tzuyu.
"Women like her... never mind, I don't think she's a threat to my Lisa."
Due to her affection for Lisa, Jennie had a designated name for Lisa in front of strangers. She referred to her as 'my Lisa'.
(A/n- wait till Jungkook hears that. I bet he would be jealous)
It was a very loving title...
Taehyung chuckled, "I don't think she is as well. I don't think anyone can defeat Lisa when it comes to Jungkook. There is no such thing."
Taehyung had seen first-hand just how much Jungkook loved Lisa. Therefore, the two of them agreed on the matter.
It was Bang Chan, however, who delivered a blow, "I actually want her to defeat Lisa. That way, Lisa can cry in Jimin's embrace. My heart aches for Jimin."
Jennie: "-_-"
Taehyung: "-_-"
Fine, they were almost impressed by Bang Chan's words... there was never enough trouble for that guy.
Not long after Tzuyu's arrival, Sehun arrived as well. He was dressed in a very eye-catching red tuxedo.
Next to him was Irene, dressed in a red strapless evening gown. She became the focal point the moment she arrived.
Many famous directors and producers immediately went up to her, all wishing to collaborate...
Sehun and Jimin stood off to the side...
"What a grand event..."
"This is already very low-key." Jimin sipped at his champagne and smiled.
"Will she come?"
"Who?" Jimin pretended to not know.
"You know, don't play dumb with me, okay?"
"Ha... I'm not sure. She didn't say, but I did invite her." Jimin smiled bitterly. He wanted Lisa to come but knew that it was unlikely.
"I'm guessing that the girl... will come."
Sehun then laughed mysteriously...
"How did you know? Did she tell you?" Jimin saw a glimmer of hope.
"Of course not. She wouldn't say something like that... She's very careful in her choice of words. But, I think that the girl only looks cold on the outside. She knows who's truly good to her and she's grateful towards them. I'm sure that she knows how good you are to her. You gave her fireworks and a car fleet for her birthday... she wouldn't just disregard yours. She would at least come to wish you a happy birthday. It's who she is."
Sehun watched Lisa grow up. Although they were never close, he was very familiar with her personality.
This was why he had guessed that Lisa would show up. Of course, he wasn't certain. After all, if Lisa was worried about making Jungkook uncomfortable, maybe she wouldn't show up.
It was all up in the air...
Hearing this, Jimin licked the corners of his lips and remained silent...
He had always thought that birthdays existed for people to throw away their money. It was nothing meaningful.
This time was different. He suddenly felt hopeful of something...
If Lisa suddenly appeared and celebrated with him, how happy would he be?
She was simply too important to him.
He also knew, however, that if Lisa took consideration of Jungkook's feelings, she probably wouldn't show up.
As far as Lisa was concerned, no one was more important to her than Jungkook...
Irene was surrounded by a group of fans, all wanting her signature and taking pictures with her to show off on their social media.
Overcome with boredom, Sehun walked towards Tzuyu.
"Hi, Miss Han."
"Young Master Oh."
"You look beautiful today. You're the most exquisite woman I've ever met."
"Thank you, but aren't you afraid that Miss Irene will get jealous?" Tzuyu smiled.
"I'm not. If I'm speaking the truth, Irene wouldn't get jealous."
Tzuyu responded with a smile...
"I've heard that you lived with the Jeon Family for more than a year when you were young."
Tzuyu's gaze shifted. "Young Master Oh, you sure are well-informed."
"Ah... I just remember hearing this from somewhere... but it's strange... you were probably very cute growing up, weren't you? If you lived with the Jeon Family for so long, why... did nothing romantic happen between you and Jungkook?"
Hearing this, Tzuyu looked like she couldn't keep it in any longer...
She smiled awkwardly. "Maybe... I'm not his type?"
"Impossible. All men love beautiful women."
"But Jungkook's an exception... In his eyes, probably only Lisa is perfect."
With that, Tzuyu took a sip of her champagne... her gaze complicated.
*
"President Park , it's time to cut the cake," Jimin's assistant reminded him.
Jimin nodded. He looked towards the door but still, no one was there...
All the guests had arrived. Jimin turned around and got onto the main stage.
A couple of employees entered with a seven-layered cake. It was red and decorated to perfection.
Every layer had its own unique style. There were roses, race cars, boats, etc...
Everyone walked towards the cake, making circles and circles around it, crowded as could be...
Jimin lifted his hands, and all the lights focused on him.
He then symbolically cut into the cake, as an explosion of fireworks began.
The girls began to scream out in excitement, all taking out their phones to record videos of the sight...
A couple of famous female celebrities from BugHit Entertainment surrounded Jimin, singing him 'happy birthday'.
Many men were as envious as could be of this sight...
"If I were Jimin, I would sleep with a different woman every day, 365 a year. If I continue like that for three years, I could get the Guinness World Record for the 'highest number of one night stands. Hahaha." Bang Chan laughed.
"If he was as perverted as you, he wouldn't be Jimin..." Taehyung sighed.
"Jimin doesn't look too happy." Jennie noticed that Jimin wasn't all that excited.
"It's because the person he wants to see isn't here."
They stood there, watching the event unfold from the side...
The majority of people were huddled in the middle. It was so chaotic that no one noticed a small shadow creeping into the crowd... and sneaking into Jimin's mansion.
After the toast finished, Jimin sat down on a long bench beside the pool.
Just then, his phone rang...
At the sight of the number, he couldn't contain his happiness. "Hello?" he immediately answered.
"I'm in the Southeast corner of your home. There is a lot of paparazzi outside. Jump over the wall, I have something to say to you."
With that, Lisa hung up the phone...
She sneaked around the outskirts of Jimin's mansion and discovered a quiet place in the Southeastern corner. There were quite a few sycamore trees, blocking the view from the others and the paparazzi. Only then did she call Jimin.
After Lisa hung up, Jimin felt his heart thumping violently...
She really came; he wasn't waiting in vain.
Jimin walked quietly toward his female assistant and said, "I'm going out for a bit. If anyone asks for me, tell them I'm resting in my room for a bit."
"Yes, President Park." The female assistant nodded.
Afterward, Jimin threw on his black jacket, covering the red on his body...
He then sneaked his way towards the Southeastern corner of his mansion. There were no lights there, so it was pitch dark.
Luckily, the wall wasn't too tall, and with his former military training, Jimin climbed to the top of the wall with ease.
Sure enough, as he looked down, he saw Lisa standing at the bottom of the wall.
She was also wearing red. Although it was a small cotton coat, she nevertheless looked adorable.
"Hey, stupid girl, you're late. I already cut the cake," he whispered at her.
Lisa was startled. She looked up and waved at him. "Hurry up and get down here. Don't let the others see."
"What are you scared of? It's not like we're having an affair."
With that, Jimin jumped off the two-meter tall wall, his action clean as could be.
Lisa was speechless. "I think you're thinking too much."
"Where's my present, give it to me."
"Who the hell demands presents from other people?"
"Why did you come if you don't have a present for me?" Jimin looked at Lisa, amused.
She was wearing the scarf, hat, and mittens Soobin's mother knitted. They looked white and fluffy.
There were even two rabbit ears on the hat.
She had on a pair of black jeans and a little red down jacket, looking as cute as a button.
Knowing that Jimin's party was red-themed, Lisa looked through her closet for something red, and only saw ballgowns and summer dresses.
She would've frozen to death if she wore them...
To avoid the paparazzi, she didn't dare drive her Audi R8 too.
She took a taxi to Jimin's mansion and circled it a couple of times before she discovered this hidden spot.
Lisa then took out the bullet shell and carefully handed it to him...
"Here."
"What are you doing?" Jimin was surprised. He looked at her but refused to take the bullet shell.
"Actually... I didn't want it when you gave it to me. It's too valuable... since it's your birthday today, I thought that I should give it back to you..."
"I gave you the bullet shell as a gift. I don't want it back. If you think it's too expensive, you don't have to use it, ever, but don't humiliate me like this," Jimin said coldly...
Lisa explained, "I don't mean to humiliate you. Please don't misunderstand."
"Then take it back,"
Seeing him so stubborn, Lisa could only take back the bullet shell. Jimin's words made sense.
The promise... Worst comes to worst, she'll just never use it...
"So? Did you bring any other gifts?" Jimin crossed his arms in front of his chest, pretending to be angry.
Lisa scratched her forehead awkwardly, and after a moment, she said, "Oh I know, give me a second."
She looked down and grabbed her wallet. She took out a stack of cash. She withdrew it this morning and was thinking of using it to buy Soobin's younger brother a computer. Now that she had no gift, money wasn't such a bad option.
"Here... happy birthday! Use it to buy the food you like."
"-_-"
"Take it... you don't have to be so polite. You are welcome."
"Lisa, I really want to strangle you," Jimin said with a dark expression.
Lisa was the first woman to give Jimin money on his birthday.
Everyone knew that he didn't need money. Most women tried to please him with ties, socks, cufflinks, brooches, watches, rings...
Some even gave him sex toys and condoms, but who the hell gives money?!
The only thing that Jimin wasn't missing was money...
"Is it too little? I only have this much right now... do you want me to go and withdraw some more? Is there an ATM around?" Lisa asked with the utmost seriousness...
Jimin was about to spit fire...
If this person wasn't Lisa, he really wanted to send her flying with a kick...
"So... you told me to jump over the wall to see you, just to give me this?" Jimin questioned, his expression dark.
Lisa coughed awkwardly...
"Ahem..."
It was said that nothing ever goes according to plans. Sure enough, her original plan was to return the bullet shell.
She even told Jungkook that, but... what could she do? Jimin didn't want it back...
She really didn't have another gift for Jimin. It's probably difficult picking out a gift for him...
He usually received top of the line race cars, mansions, or all kinds of priceless antiques and artworks.
For his last birthday, apparently, the boss of some company wanted to please him and his family so much that he gifted him with a gigantic golden snake.
"Sorry, but if you don't want the money, I really have nothing else," Lisa explained awkwardly...
Jimin looked down at Lisa, who was wearing a cute hat and thick fluffy coat.
The more he looked, the more adorable she became...
Then suddenly, without a word from her, he lifted her up with his hands... and spun her around three times...
Lisa was completely scared out of her wits...
Just as she was about to be dizzy, he put her down.
"Okay, I got my birthday gift," Jimin said matter-of-factly.
To him, a hug from Lisa was more than enough...
An innocent hug devoid of any unclean thoughts, all he did was hold Lisa up and spin her around three times.
It was completely unexpected... leaving Lisa speechless...
"Go home, it's pretty cold," Jimin knew that he couldn't ask her to stay longer, especially because of her current status.
Every moment they spent together was risky. If they were discovered, they wouldn't be able to explain themselves to others.
With that, Jimin turned and left without any hesitation...
"Jimin!" Lisa suddenly shouted.
Jimin stopped in his tracks but didn't look back...
"Happy birthday," Lisa said slowly as she gazed at Jimin's tall and handsome back.
Jimin still didn't turn back. Instead, he raised his right hand and made an 'okay' sign with his fingers.
He then jumped over the wall, his movements clean and crisp...
Lisa took out her phone and looked at the time; it was 8:20 pm.
She ran out of the neighborhood, flagged down a taxi, and left the area.
Jimin returned, looking beyond happy.
No one really seemed to notice his absence. Only a few asked for his whereabouts, but his female assistant told them what he told her to say.
"Bring me a box of my wine and open it all."
"Your wine, do you mean that one...?" The female assistant was quite surprised.
"Yes, that one."
Jimin then turned and walked away, leaving the female assistant in shock. President Park's wine collection was priceless. Every bottle exceeded 500,000.
If each box contained 12 bottles, then each box was worth more than 6 million.
... Wow, he's really nuts...
Did something good happen to President Park? The female assistant thought to herself.
Due to Lisa's visit, Jimin felt so happy that he opened a box of priceless Lafite when he got back to the party.
The crowd became even rowdier...
Performing on the stage was Mina, an actress who started off as a singer who won a singing competition.
Due to the lack of opportunities, she switched lanes and became an actress instead. She was very successful as an actress but unfortunately, it meant that she couldn't sing as much.
She chose a very emotional song for Jimin's birthday.
Her voice was beautiful, captivating the attention of everyone on site...
At the song's climax, Mina gazed lovingly at Jimin, standing not far from her.
"If you are willing to peel my heart layer by layer... you will discover and be surprised that you are my deepest secret. If you are willing to peel my heart layer by layer, your heart will ache and you'll shed tears. As long as you can hear me, see just how much I love you, you'll understand how the talks of you with someone else cuts into me. I hide my helplessness with jokes. Like an onion, I will always be a supporting act..."
"Is Mina confessing her love for you?" Bang Chan laughed.
Jimin didn't respond. Instead, he listened quietly to the lyrics of the song. Why did it sound like it was talking about him?
Taehyung interrupted, "Why do I feel like it's talking about you, Jimin?
Jimin smiled helplessly...
Suddenly, someone shouted, "Oh no! Someone jumped off the rooftop!"
The scream drew in everyone's attention, making them nervous...
Quickly rising to his feet, Jimin and the others ran towards his mansion...