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The warmth of the sun touched your face. Its rays peeked through your semi-open window forcing your eyes to open. You groaned while stretching your arms up slowly sitting down. You scratched your eyes then stared blankly thinking of what you want to do next. You looked at your clock.

It’s 7am.

“It’s Monday. Ugh, work day.” You annoyingly told yourself. 

With laziness eating your whole being alive, you stood up, got your towel, and followed your morning ritual. The usual.

After finishing your morning routine, you picked up the dress you planned to wear then head to work. This has been your everyday life. Nothing much more to it.

Just as when you thought your day’s gonna turn out normal as it’s always been - a buzz from your phone changed everything.

You checked your phone. It was an email notification. It was from a raffle you joined a few weeks ago - for fun. You didn’t even think it was legit. But why did you join?

Because... it was a one-day date with your bias Jeon Jeongguk! 

Who wouldn’t be lured to join if a day with your ideal man is going to be the price?! That’s what you thought.

You clicked on the email. You were not expecting something yet you are nervous. So nervous your palms were sweating. While waiting for your email to load, you were shaking your left leg up and down with anticipation.

  “Subject: Hi Miss Y/N!”

  *you scrolled the email down.*

  “This is Timberland *your country* and we would like to inform you that you’ve won a one-day date with Bangtan Sonyeondan and Timberland’s ambassador Mr. Jeon Jeongguk! 

Congratulations!

  Attached to this email is your ticket and the information of your hotel accommodation for this weekend’s stay in Korea. However, we could not disclose the information of your date as per Mr. Jeon’s request.

Please send us your confirmation and/or if you have any questions and concerns. Hoping for a great weekend for the both of you!”

You squealed so loud, your office mates turned all their heads to your direction. You stomped your feet quietly not to draw further attention. You tried your best to cover all forms of excitement coming out of your lips by putting both of your hands in front of your mouth. You were dying inside as your heart was pounding so loud. There were butterflies all over you.

How could this happen?! You were not even lucky with office lotteries?! How could this be?! A lot of thoughts in your head but you cannot waste any more time.

You have to file a leave and get prepared. Right on, you settled everything because in 5 days’ time, you will meet Jeon Jeongguk. You knew you could not stop smiling and thinking back, if there would be an answer for the questions that popped into your head - there’s only one answer you can think of - this must be what people call FATE.

Once you arrive home, you messaged your friends and told them the good news. They were more than excited! They were ecstatic and they cannot wait for you to meet Jeongguk. They know you’ve been on it ever since you became a fan and this is really a dream come true! 

  As you filled them with the details over your video chat, you also filled your bag with the things you need for the three-day trip. 

  Just the essentials and some clothes. It’s just three days after all.

You continued packing until your “essentials” were complete. You looked at your list. Check! Then closed your luggage, sat on your bed while you continue to tell your friends how excited and nervous you were. They tried to calm you down and reminded you to just enjoy. Just let it be.

“Don’t worry y/n! You will surely enjoy it! You’re going to be with Jeongguk after all.” They alternately reminded you.

Before hitting *end*, you bid them goodbye and they gave you a sweet good luck. Your friends were really the best and you’ll always be thankful for their existence.

Tuesday.  

Wednesday.

Thursday.

  Friday. They day of your flight. Time seemed so slow when you’re waiting but finally here it is! They day you are going to Korea! And tomorrow, you will finally meet Jeon Jeongguk!

You were up early. Double-checked everything then you’re good to go. You headed to the airport and waited for your flight schedule. You were fidgety. Once you heard the boarding announcement, you stood up, got your bag then walked towards the entrance of the boarding area.

This is it. Followed by a heavy sigh.

Hours later, you can now see the beautiful view of Seoul at the same time heard the announcement you’re about to land. You’re almost there. Again, with mixed emotions, you let out a heavy sigh but this time with a big smile.

Once you get off the plane, your mind was occupied on how to talk your way out of the airport to the hotel. All the information was given to you through email and thank God for your love for Jeon Jeongguk and BTS, you studied their language. This may be your first time but you were somehow confident you’ll be able to find your way.

  When you got out waiting area, you saw a big sign with your name on it. 

“Welcome to Korea Y/N-ssi!” 

You could not help but look confused, eyebrows pinched together, eyes squinting, walking closer to the man in loose white shirt, black bucket hat, black sweatpants, pair of Timbs with a face mask covering his nose down.

“Is this Jeon Jeongguk?!” You were asking yourself in disbelief. But you could not be wrong. This might be the first time you’re seeing him in person but as a fan, you memorized his styles and how he actually dressed up. 

As your steps lead you closer to him, you can feel your heart beating so fast, getting louder and louder. All you wanted to do was to shush your heart because he might hear every beat of it. When you arrived in front of him, you saw his eyes smiled even though his mask forbids you to see his lips. It was genuine and you can’t help but smile back.

“Annyeonghaseyo Jeongguk-ssi. I’m y/n! Nice to meet you!” You bowed down to give your greetings. He put the banner down then looked at you with curiosity before returning the greeting.

“Annyeonghaseyo y/n noo...” You felt the hesitation in his voice so you nodded knowing you really are older than him, “na...” he continued with a soft chuckle shyly putting his hand at the back of his neck. You can’t help but giggle. He was too cute. You already know he is cute but you never expected him to be over-the-top cute.

There was an awkward silence between the two of you and no one can blame you both. This is your first time meeting each other and you never expected him to fetch you in person. This is just a stupid raffle that you didn’t expect him to take seriously. Since you are his noona and you know he’s a really shy person - based on the hyung’s and his interviews - you broke the silence.

“You didn’t really have to fetch me, Mr. Jeon.” You said shyly.

“Please, don’t call me Mr. Jeon or Jeongguk-ssi. You’re noona after all. You can call me Gukkie or Jeonggukkie or Guk or JK. It’s totally fine.” He said while taking your luggage off your hands. “I’ll take your bag, if it’s okay with you, noona?”

“Okay!” You smiled sweetly at him.

Jeongguk was really good at disguising because no one really dared to go near him or even take a stolen photo. He walked beside you quietly while you bit your lip to hide the smile automatically coming out of your lips. Damn lips. You slightly spanked your lips as if spanking it would let it behave.

When you arrived at the parking lot, he opened the trunk then placed your bag inside. Then he ran towards the passenger seat, opening it for you. You got in. When he closed your door, he moved unto the other side opening the driver seat then hopped in.

“Noona don’t forget your seatbelt.” He was looking intently at you as he removed his face mask revealing his famous bunny smile behind it. You were surprised. You knew your mouth automatically fell open seeing him this close and seeing him smile so sweetly. “So... this is how Jungshookt looked like in real life?” He teased while his laugh echoed inside the car.

The drive going to the hotel was kind of quiet but not awkward. It was the kind of silence where you feel comfortable and at peace. Something you’ve never felt with someone you just met. When you arrived at the hotel, Jeongguk made sure he walked you to your room. Just to be sure you won’t be lost or anything. 

A real gentleman. You smiled to yourself.

“Here is your room, noona. Rest well! We will have a lot of fun tomorrow and I hope you will like it!” He said excitedly while handing you your luggage.

“Thank you for taking some time off just to fetch me at the airport. I really appreciate it, MAK-NAE!” Jeongguk’s smile disappeared when he figure out you were teasing to get back on how he teased you at the car. He looked at you with eyebrows pinched together, eyes squinting, mouth pouting.

“Ya noona! Wae?! Ahh.. Jinjja… Maknae aniya! Naneun namjaya! (Hey noona! Ahh… Seriously?! I’m not a maknae! I’m a man!) ” He protested almost losing it. You can’t help but laugh even louder because how could you not? He was so cute!

“Arasseo… Mak… (Understood… Mak…) ” You purposely stopped anticipating his next reaction. His death stare was as clear as the day, “Jeonggukki-neun i-mi namjaya. Gwenchanha? (Jeonggukkie is already a man. Fine?) ” You held a thumbs-up while laughing.

Jeongguk nodded, expression changed from almost killing you to a laughing bunny. “Get inside, noona. Goodnight! See you! I will pick you up tomorrow at 7am!”

You waved him goodbye, “Thanks again! See you tomorrow! Drive safely!” Seeing him off, you closed the door and hoped time would run fast because you can’t wait for your make-believe date with Jeon Jeongguk.

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