Make It With You

29

Monique**

We finally touched down in London and checked into the iconic Savoy hotel. The past few days have been a whirlwind of surprises. To top it off, my parents, the kids, and my brother are all staying at the same hotel. Though, I haven't run into them yet... especially my idiot brother.

Jennie and Lisa are sharing a room, as are Mina and Sana. They all headed off to their rooms, while Jisoo, Rosé, and I stayed behind in the lobby.

"Chaeng, you can join us in our room, or you and Jisoo can share one," I offered.

Rosé, looking a little off, quickly replied, "I'm fine. You two go ahead."

Jisoo, sensing something was off, asked with concern, "Are you okay, Chaeng?"

"Don't worry, unnie, I'm fine. You two go ahead," Rosé insisted, pushing us along.

"Alright, we'll meet you in two hours in our room. I'll let Jennie and Lisa know too," I said, and Rosé gave me a nod.

She's been acting weird ever since we got to Japan. I whispered to Jisoo.

Jisoo chuckled. "She's been acting strange ever since she got herself a boyfriend."

After two hours

I walked in and asked, "Has everyone rested well?" They all nodded in unison. "So, what's the plan for today?" I asked again, curiosity dancing in my tone.

"We-," Lisa started, but I cut her off. "Forget it, Lisa. In two hours, Jisoo and Jennie will be doing a photoshoot for Dior and Chanel," I said, glancing at my watch.

Rosé, looking slightly grumpy, chimed in, "Unnie, I'm hungry."

"I've already ordered lunch. It'll be served in my room," I replied, shaking my head with a grin. Less than five minutes later, the food arrived, and Rosé dove in happily.

"By six pm, you guys will be heading to London Fashion Week," I continued. "Rosé will represent YSL, Lisa for Celine, Jisoo for Dior, and Jennie for Chanel," I explained.

"Are you coming to Fashion Week?" Jisoo asked, raising an eyebrow.

"I'm not sure," I said quickly. "I'm having dinner with my parents and the kids... and my brother."

Rosé suddenly choked and started coughing. "Hey, Chaeng! Eat slowly," Jisoo warned, shaking her head. I gave Rosé a questioning look, but she just smiled, unfazed.

"And what about you?" Lisa asked, a curious smile forming on her lips.

"What about me?" I asked, raising an eyebrow.

"What's your plan for today?" she clarified.

"The usual," I said with a smile. "Work, meetings... Then later, I'll join Mina, Sana, and the kids. We'll roam around and explore." I gave them all a wink. "In the meantime, rest up, and I'll see you all tonight."

By 9 pm, I arrived at my parents' room with Mina and Sana, only to be shocked to find Rosé there. "Chaeng, what are you doing here? Where is everyone?" I asked, surprised.

"They're on their way," Rosé replied quickly.

"Why are you here? How long have you been here?" I asked, my curiosity piqued.

"We finished an hour ago, unnie," she said casually.

"What are you doing here?" I asked again, still confused.

"We're all having dinner together," my mom answered warmly. She greeted me with a kiss, and my dad followed suit. I returned the greeting and kissed them both, while the rest of the girls arrived in my parents' room.