[Kim Taehyung's POV]

We sat down at the table after I finished cooking. She ate my food and smiled.

"This is good." she said.

"Oh? You like my cooking?" I asked in surprise.

"Yeah. It ain't that bad." she answered.

I smiled happily. No one has praised my cooking before and I am totally the only one who can stand and eat my own cooking. We enjoyed a peaceful conversation as we ate. I can't help but think that... we're like a couple living together. I blushed and smiled at the thought. That's crazy. As we hang out at my house together, watching movies, our manager suddenly texted me.

Manager-nim: Hey! Check your social media accounts! What's this video spreading around the internet?

Oh? I checked my twitter account and was surprised at a new trending video. Wait. Is that me? I clicked on the video and was surprised when Y/n was also in it! It was when we were still in Amsterdam, eating after strolling in the museum.

"Y-Y/n. You need to take a look at this." I said.

"Huh? What is it?" she asked and moved to peek over my phone.

She gasped at what she saw and clasped her hand over her mouth. The video showed Y/n sitting and the guy that was hitting on her. I arrived and I asked who he was in Korean. I was surprised when my voice was clearly heard on the video saying, "No, I'm her boyfriend." Ah... this will cause a stir... Y/n's voice saying "Yeah, sorry." was like the cherry on the top. No way... Y/n's totally gonna get bashed! The video was retweeted almost a million times, with captions "Omo! Taehyung is dating already? Who is this mysterious girl?" What am I gonna do? Bang PD-nim will definitely scold me for being careless. But most importantly, what if they separate Y/n and I for good? My phone rang again and I took a look:

Manager-nim: Come here at the company, now. Bang PD-nim wants to talk to you. Bring Y/n with you.

I replied 'okay' and turned to look at Y/n.

"Um, Y/n." I called out.

"Y-Yeah?" she answered and looked at me with a nervous look.

"I need to go to the company. Can you come with me?" I asked.

"Why? Are we gonna get scolded? I'm so sorry... I shouldn't have went on a trip with you..." she said and looked down with tears on her eyes.

"No way. It's not your fault. I asked you to come. I was the one who is careless. Don't worry. We'll find a way." I said and smiled at her.

"What if your career was ruined?" she asked.

"It won't be. ARMYs will always love us no matter what. Those who leave the fandom are not real fans." I answered.

"Yeah. You're right." she said and nodded subtly.

I stood up and pulled her up.

"Come on. We have to go the company." I said and smiled reassuringly.

We went to the company and went directly to Bang PD-nim's office. We entered and manager-nim and Bang PD-nim was waiting. Y/n's nervousness was clearly visible. I don't blame her. Anyone would be nervous in front of Bang PD-nim.

"V, you've finally arrived." Bang PD-nim said.

"Sajangnim, annyeong haseyo." I greeted and bowed.

"Annyeong haseyo." Y/n said and also bowed.

"You must be Y/n. Please be seated." Bang PD-nim said and we both sat down.

"The both of you have seen the video, right?" manager-nim asked.

"Yes." I answered.

"The video has been trending number 1 and 2 in both Twitter and Instagram respectively, 10 hours after the video was released. We need to give some statements about this before it goes haywire." Bang PD-nim said.

"Yes, PD-nim." I answered.

"So what exactly happened there at the video?" he asked.

"Y/n and I were at Amsterdam together to go to the Van Gogh museum. We headed to our separate hotels first, before having lunch. After that, we went straight to the museum despite how tired we probably are from the flight. We strolled for hours, until dinner came. That's when it was from the video. We ate together at a pub and I excused myself to go the bathroom. When I came back, Y/n was being hit on and I could see the uncomfiness on her face, so I lend her a hand and told the guy I'm her boyfriend so he would leave her alone. Y/n went with the flow and told the guy the same thing. We are not really dating, but just close friends. She and I share the same interests, but we are just friends. That I could say. So, that's the truth behind the controversy." I explained.

"Okay. You recorded it, did you, Sang Taek-ssi?" Bang PD-nim asked.

"Yes, sajangnim." manager-nim answered.

"Get the statement done immediately. We need to announce it soon. Some people are already bashing Y/n on the internet. The sasaengs are much worse. A lot of information has been leaked from you, Y/n." Bang PD-nim said.

"M-Me? How did they find my information?" Y/n stuttered.

"I don't know. The fans are always a mystery." he answered.

"Oh no, what if I get a death threat? What am I gonna do?" Y/n said and bit her nails in anxiety.

"Don't worry. We'll announce the statement before you get one." Bang PD-nim said and smiled.

"Thank you, sajangnim. And sorry for the mess. It's all my fault." I said and bowed.

"Just be sure to be careful next time," Bang PD-nim answered and sighed, "Just hope your sales won't go down. But, the fans are loyal, so I bet no."

"I agree." I said.

"Also, before I forget, I'd like to give you compensation money, Y/n. For the trouble this has caused. I know it could be hard for you, and I'm sorry for the fan's reaction. We'd just send it to you through bank accounts." Bang PD-nim said.

"Eh? Receiving money from Big Hit? It's okay, Bang PD-nim! I'm fine. That's too much..." Y/n exclaimed.

"Please receive our kindness. It's our obligation to do so." Bang PD-nim answered.

"Uwuu..." Y/n muttered.

"Ah, I have one last thing left to say." Bang PD-nim said.

"What is it, sajangnim?" I asked.

"I think I'd have to separate you two, until the controversy dies down." Bang PD-nim answered which totally took me aback.

"What? But we want to spend time together! Sajangnim. I've been looking forward to this. We've only been together for like 2 weeks and a half." I protested.

"Fans are looking closely at you like a scientist looking at a specimen in a microscope. So are sasaengs. That's why don't hang out carelessly."

"But..." I muttered.

"It's okay, Bang PD-nim. I understand. I don't want to ruin Taehyung's career by not listening to you." Y/n said and smiled.

"Good. Both of you should part ways ASAP. Before something happens and it gets worse." Bang PD-nim said.

"Yes, Bang PD-nim." Y/n answered.

I stayed silent and didn't answer. I just feel so angry right now. We have just seen each other after 2 years. This is totally unfair.

"Both of you are dismissed." Bang PD-nim said.

We both left after that. We were silent in the car, and even after we got home. We went inside the house and she turned to me.

"I guess, I'll have to start packing. I'll go upstairs." she said with a smile and headed towards the stairs.

I immediately held her wrist and stopped her. She turned around with a surprised and blushing face. I stared in her eyes.

"Don't. You're not leaving. Who cares about career? Let's be together." I said.

"What? Tae, don't. It's okay. We're gonna see each other again." she said and smiled reassuringly.

"No way. We haven't seen each other in two years. I've been longing for you for so long." I answered.

"But, if we continue hanging out, sasaengs may notice and we get scolded."

"Then, I'll quit being an idol." I answered simply and let go of her wrist.

She looked at me in surprise. She looked down and let out a sharp breath before looking at me again.

"Tae, I'm not dense. Why are you going so far for me?" she asked.

I let out a deep breath and looked at her. This is crazy. I guess I should already tell her.

"I like you, Y/n. I know you may have already noticed, but it's better to make it clear."

Her jaw dropped and she stared at me for like 3 seconds before looking away. She pressed her hands to her head and started staggering.

"Wait. Wait, wait, wait, wait. Wait a second..." she said and walked to the couch and sat down.

She ran her hands through her her before taking deep breaths.

"This is crazy... this is crazy..." she mumbled in a whisper.

I just stared at her before grinning. She is so cute. She turned to look at me, complexion red and filled with anxiety.

"You're not pranking me are you? There is no camera around?" she asked.

"No, I'm not pranking you. I'm dead serious. I like you, a lot." I answered.

"E-Eh? R-Really? Oh... But, why me? There are millions of ARMYs around who is better and prettier than me..." she said.

"You're pretty too. Don't tell me you didn't notice that? Also, you're cooler and more special among others. So, now that you have received my confession, I'll ask you now. Do you feel the same way?"

"Huh? U-Um... Well... Of course. I-I do... feel the same... Gosh, this is crazy..." she answered while looking down, voice so small, I could barely hear her.

"I see. I'm glad." I said, my heart pounding in happiness.

I knew it. She do feel the same. I bit my lip to contain my grin, but it seems, it's still showing. I moved over to sit beside her on the couch and she flinched.

"Y/n." I called.

"Y-Yeah?"

"Look at me."

She looked up and faced me, but her eyes are still wandering away.

"Look at me." I said and cupped her face.

"Y-Yes?!" she said in surprise and looked at me with a nervous expression.

"Good." I said and smiled while putting my hands down.

"Uwu..." she muttered and broke eye contact to look down before looking up at me again.

"I want to make something clear. Since we both already feel the same way, can't we take it into something more?" I asked.

"Huh? M-More? You mean...?"

"Yes. Be my girlfriend."

She looked away again.

"Is it a 'no'?"

"I-It's not that I'm rejecting you. I just feel like everything that you said is... kinda hard to process..." she said and took a deep breath.

"Take your time. I'll wait for your answer." I answered and nodded.

"Eh? U-Um... okay. Please excuse me..." she said and immediately stood up and ran upstairs.

I smiled at her reaction. Ain't she cute? I sighed in satisfaction. I wanna go and hug her already.