Make It With You

4

*Monique*

I instantly saw the girls as we enter the cafe. I stop my track when I saw Dara exiting the cafe. Mina continued her way to our table with Blackpink. I went in Dara's direction to greet her. Dara and I are friends. I don't know when and how it happens, but we are really good friends. After a little chat, we bid goodbyes and I walked towards our table.

Hi, what did I miss? I asked while smiling charmingly at them.

Do you know Dara unnie? Rosé asked.

Hmm, yes. She is a friend. I answered back.

I am hungry. Jisoo commented. Me too, Lisa said.

Come on, let's order. What do you like guys? Mina will treat us today. Yey!

Excuse me? I drive you here, I stay with you here. You should be the one paying for my food. Mina retorted.

Dude, you volunteer to drive and stay with me here. I remember mom and dad telling you that you should stay and have a rest. And besides, I don't have money. I chuckled.

Why you don't have money? What if you need it for an emergency? Jennie asked.

I'll just call Mina, or Sana, or Irene.. and Mom & Dad if there is an emergency. I replied smiling at them.

She's like that. If I were you guys, don't be friends with her, said Mina and everyone laughed.

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Monica, I need to go now. Mina suddenly said.

You haven't finished your food yet. What happened?

I need to pick up Sana, her car broke down.

Alright. Is she ok?

Yes, she is ok. I need to go. Bye guys.

Dude, let me know when you reach your destination. Love you byeeeeee.

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Can I ask you something Monique unnie? Jennie said as we all walked to studio 5.

Sure, hit it.

How come you don't know how to speak and understand Korean? I assume your parents are Koreans right?

My Dad is Korean and my Mom is American. It is really hard for me to learn the language. I answered back scratching my head. My Mom and Dad hired a tutor for me, but it is not working so I fired her. I smiled shyly.

I have a brilliant idea. Lisa stated excitedly. We all looked at her, encouraging her to continue.

Four of us know how to speak Koreans, specially Jisoo unnie, she is fluent. Remember before Chaeng, Jennie, and Jisoo are the ones teaching us the Korean language. Yes, we attend classes but with their help, it's easier for us to learn faster. Lisa commented.

What is your point? Jisoo asked.

My point is, we should help and tutor Monique unnie in her Koreans. She doesn't have a tutor anymore, she needs our help. Right?

Mwo hasimnikka? (What are you doing?) Jisoo asked with raised eyebrows.

Naneun dangsin-eul dobgo issseubnida (I am helping you) Lisa shrugged.

Mwo? (For what?) Jisoo crossed her arms looking furious.

Everything alright guys? I asked but they just ignored me.

Dangsin-eun geunyeoleul jeongmal joh-ahandago malhaessda (You said, you like her) Rosé spoke up.

Dangsin-eun najung-e uliege gamsa hal geos-ibnida (you will thank us later) Jennie wink.

Dodaeche mueos-i! (Whatever!) Jisoo half yelled and blushed.

Are you ok Jisoo? Are you mad or something? I asked her.

I am totally fine. Sorry about that. She replied.

We will help you with your Korean language. Jennie stated.

I love that, and I appreciate it guys. But I have to decline your offer. I said calmly.

Why? Jisoo pouted.

I looked at her and I started stuttering. Be.. because.. ahh. I am... hmmm. What am I saying? I looked at them and they are laughing. What I am trying to say is, you are Blackpink. You people are the busiest person I know. You don't need to waste your time tutoring me. I will figure it out. I stated regaining my composure.

We arrived at studio 5. Once we landed our feet, start warming up people, I shouted while clapping my hand, they are all groaned. Move people, I said again and tapped everyone on their arms.

Ok guys, position. Back up dancers be ready. I said and they all nodded at my command.

Ok, ok! Good. One more, please.

Very nice, guys! Again.

One more! Again. Again. This needs to be polished.

Ok ok, 10 minutes break and we do it again from the beginning.

The girls run in my direction. Monique unnie, don't be too hard on us, Lisa remarked, I chuckled.

My phone rings, and they all looking at my phone. It was Sana. Are you gonna answer that? Rosé stated.

Excuse me guys, I said and then answer the call.

Sana habibti! Yes, I miss you too. Yes, I-

Ok, guys, break time is over! Move now and start practicing. Jisoo suddenly shouted. Lisa, Jennie, and Rosé are laughing hard. I looked at them confused and they signaled to cut the call. Which I did immediately, still confused.

Ok, guys, that's all for today. On Monday, we are going to shoot the final dance practice. Thank you all for the hard work. Take care all, bye.

I immediately ask Lisa for my car keys. Once she returned it to me, I run my way out to the studio, but Jennie stop me.

Where are you going? She asked.

Home? I answered back.

That soon? Rosé interjected.

Ahh yes?

Don't go yet, hang out with us. Lisa commented.

Nope. I need to go. Byeee girls.

No! Jisoo suddenly shouted.

Eh? I looked at her confused.

What I mean is, did you change your mind about our offer? Jisoo said composing herself.

Nope. That is my final answer. Can I go now?

Yes, you can go now but we are coming with you! Right guys, Lisa said excitedly. Come on now unnie, we are going home. Lisa continued while dragging me into the parking lot and the others are laughing at the current situation.