Jan-di sighed quietly as she ran her hands through Jun-pyo's black curls. After they had arrived at her apartment and settled down on the couch he asked if he could hold her for a moment. She happily agreed and within a couple minutes he was fast asleep snoring softly. She didn't have the heart to wake him. It was obvious he was tired, the bags under his eyes told her that much. She wanted to know where he'd been these past six weeks, what he's been up to, and why he chose now to come back. On the car ride over he informed her that he did in fact contact his father when he got into town and told him that he was going to see her, but he offered no more information. As frustrated as she was about that she couldn't help but relax against him, completely comfortable with their position on her ratty old sofa.

"You're so much trouble sometimes," she whispered as he moved around pulling her closer to him. Fishing her buzzing phone from her pocket she smiled when she saw Ji-hoo's name flash across the screen, he'd sent her a text.

From Ji-hoo:

Is Gu Jun-pyo with you?

Frowning she quickly texted back

From Jan-di:

How did you know?

Multiple possibilities swirled around in her mind while she waited for his reply. She settled on the idea that Jun-pyo's father mentioned something to them, but it didn't ease the knots forming in her stomach. Her phone buzzed again and she eagerly opened the message.

From Ji-hoo:

Look online.

Confused she clicked on the internet browser tab on her phone and typed in her name. His reply made no sense, how would he know they were together from looking online. Instantly she saw the results, someone had indeed captured a picture of them walking out, it was the moment when Jun-pyo had kissed her hand, and she had the biggest smile. She couldn't believe it, curious as to what was being said she read the article.

Geum Jan-di gave a heart warming performance tonight, with the release of her new album and her emotional interview on Stars with Ji-woo none of us knew what to expect when she walked out on stage. She talked about moving forward in life, no matter the circumstances of the past and we can't help but wonder if this outlook has been influenced by the attention she's gotten recently form some of Korea's wealthiest bachelors. She's been spotted multiple times the last couple weeks with the charming Yoon Ji-hoo, the two of them cozying up next to each other in their university library, appearing to be studying. Both have been reported to be working towards their doctors degree and really seem to have hit it off, bringing up the question of what exactly caused Yoon Ji-hoo to leave the prestigious Shinhwa University? Could he be the love Jan-di left behind? Or could it be Korea's number one heartthrob Gu Jun-pyo who seems to have gotten personal with Geum Jan-di as he kissed her hand while escorting her out after her show tonight. I think her smile tells us exactly how she feels about the young bachelor and we can't wait to see how things progress between the three.

Following the article were pictures of her and Ji-hoo studying in the library, walking around on campus and even sitting in the café they both enjoy a few streets from her apartment. She hadn't even noticed anyone spying on them. What caught her attention the most was her photo with Jun-pyo. Her smile was so big, and he looked very relaxed as he held her hand, and when he kissed it you could see the slightest hint of him grinning. Scrolling down to the comments her fans were already fighting over who she should choose many commenting on how comfortable she appeared to be with Ji-hoo but also enchanted by her "tender" moment with Jun-pyo. Groaning she closed out the page silently cursing the media. They made it sound like she was bouncing between two men. Jun-pyo stirred slightly and she tensed up hoping she hadn't woken him.

From Jan-di:

I'm sorry about dragging you into the shark tank.

Gu Jun-pyo is asleep on the couch.

We will discuss it tomorrow.

She hit send and put her phone down, closing her eyes and drifting off to sleep.

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"Gu Jun-pyo this isn't funny!" Jan-di fussed scowling at him from across the table while he giggled over the media frenzy they've caused. Overnight every media outlet has blown up the details of their appearance together running wild with what story they think fits best. They've conjured tales ranging from two timing to the three of them being in an open relationship to polls on who they think her previous lover was. It made Jan-di sick to think that anyone could come up with such stories and sell them to the world as if they're fact. "I'm sorry," he tried to give his best apologetic expression but it wasn't working. Glaring at him she sipped on her tea, trying to figure out how best to go about this situation. They still had so much to talk about. "You'll just have to make a formal statement about this. Once you do, this should die down quickly." Agreeing she sent a message to her manager to set it up. She didn't care for the mention of her dating both of them at the same time, it made her feel uneasy to have caused their reputations such trouble.

"I know you have questions," he stated clearing his throat. They had woken hours ago and spent the morning cooking breakfast and scrolling through the various articles that manifested overnight. Some they laughed at together, others Jan-di took more serious than Jun-pyo. "I have questions as well." Nodding to show that she understood she looked down at the cup in her hands, wondering if they'd still feel so care free when their conversation was over. "But only one question matters." Reaching across the table he grabbed one of her hands, giving it a gentle squeeze. "Geum Jan-di, do still love me?" He starred at her her his expression now serious, all joking around was done. "Wh-What kind of question is that?" She mumbled quietly looking away to hide her blush. "It's the only question that matters," he replied, still starring at her. She fidgeted some and looked anywhere but at him. What was she supposed to say, of course she loves him, but he asked her so suddenly and she can tell from his expression that he's not messing around anymore.

"Do you really think you'd be here right now if I didn't?" She shot back, her cheeks flushed red. He leaned in across the table his face just inches from hers, "that's not really an answer." He smirked as she squirmed under his gaze he was so close she could feel his breath brush against her cheek. "Of course I love you, you idiot. Who asks that kind of thing so boldly?" Grinning like a fool he leaned back clearly thrilled with her response. "That's the only question I had." She starred at him blankly as he sat there like he'd just been crowned king. "Well then I only have one question for you." She almost cursed herself for saying those words, she had so many questions but she was stunned that he only asked one it completely flustered her and threw her off her game. "Where have you been since you watched my interview? Ji-hoo said you stormed out and no one had heard from you since."

He froze, his smug grin wiped clean off his face. He obviously wasn't expecting that to be her one question and the fact that it threw him off like he'd done to her gave her a feeling of triumph. It was her turn to smirk and watch him squirm. "I went to investigate your family's death." Her breath caught in her throat and she felt like she was choking as his words settled in her mind . "The boat, was never found. I hired a crew and got all the information I could and we went out and found it. In case you needed some closure." He looked so uncomfortable sitting across from her in that moment. Scooting around the table he pulled her to him, whispering words of comfort as she cried. He spent six weeks searching for her families boat that sunk at sea during a storm. "I am surprised that you didn't ask me if I still love you," he murmured against her hair before kissing her forehead. Smacking his shoulder playfully she leaned back wiping the tears from her eyes.

"You stupid boy, I don't have to ask." She replied coyly, he questioned her with his eyes completely intrigued by her words. "You wouldn't be here if you didn't." He laughed at that, knowing she was right. Cupping her face in his hands he leaned in, brushing his lips against hers ever so lightly for just a second. She grinned widely while entwining her fingers in his hair, drawing his lips into hers. A desire chorused through him like an electric current, pulling at every nerve in his body. Lifting Jan-di into his lap Jun-pyo's hands went to her back, massaging the skin under her shirt as she traced her tongue across his lips persuading him to let her in. Complying their tongues battled for dominance while she adjusted herself on top of him. His hands left a trail of file across her skin as they explored every inch of her backside and she moaned softly into his mouth when his fingers tickled her side.

Biting down on her bottom lip and sucking on it hungrily he pulled her closer. She whimpered in protest and pulled back breathing heavily. Her stomach felt like a pit of lava, unintentionally she moved against his erection causing him to throw his head back, moaning loudly. Cursing his lack of self control he claimed her lips again, with a desire that shot fire through his veins in a way he's ever felt before. He wanted her in that moment more than he wanted anything before in his life. He wanted to feel every part of her and hear every every little sound she could make. He wanted her to scream his name and taste every inch of her skin, and with every kiss he silently apologized for every second they've spent apart these last few years. Eager she responded to him within a passion that surpassed his own, she wanted him too. "We need to stop" he managed to choke out between trailing kisses across her chin and down her neck. With a heavy sigh Jan-di leaned back gasping for air.

Smiling he wrapped her in his arms and tucked her head under his chin. She fit him perfectly, their bodies molded together, it was like putting together two pieces of a puzzle. Panting he closed his eyes, trying to calm his beating heart before it burst from his chest. "Rain check?"

She hummed thoughtfully for a second, "rain check it is."