Make It With You

32

It's been weeks since they all returned to Korea, and life had resumed with the usual hustle and bustle. Monique's parents were constantly flying between South Korea and Boston, keeping up with the demands of their respective businesses. Joseph, on the other hand, was still living in Monique's mansion, staying with her sister and Mina. It had been a while since Monique had seen Blackpink in person, but she kept up with their activities through social media, TV, and various media outlets. Everyone was busy, of course, but they made sure to communicate regularly, and Monique and Jisoo still managed to see each other once a week and talk every night on FaceTime.

Jennie's solo debut had been a massive success, topping the charts and receiving positive feedback. Her album was selling out quickly, and each of the members supported Jennie in their own ways, sharing their pride and excitement.

On a Saturday afternoon, Joseph accompanied Monique to the mall. Monique decided it was time for a shopping spree, her closet nearly half-empty after giving so many clothes to Jisoo. Her shirts, sweatpants, and hoodies had all been gradually disappearing into Jisoo's wardrobe, and Monique figured it was time to replenish her stock.

"Do you always shop like this, sis?" Joseph asked as he helped carry the shopping bags.

"Not really," Monique replied. "I just decided to hit the mall today and buy some new clothes."

Joseph grinned, glancing at the piles of shopping bags. "Are you going to see Jisoo today?"

"Not really. She's probably resting. She needed that, they all need that," Monique said. "But God, I miss her."

Joseph nodded sympathetically. "I can drop you off at Jisoo's after your shopping spree. I'll meet Rosé after that."

Monique thought for a moment before responding. "You can drop me off at the office instead. I still have some work to do."

"Still working? You need to chill."

"I am chill," Monique said with a grin. "But tell me the truth-what are you still doing here in South Korea? You're worried about Chaeng, aren't you? Don't worry, she's not going anywhere. Chaeng loves you."

Joseph paused, then sighed. "About that... can you do me a favor?"

"What?" Monique asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Can I work at Yang Ent.?" Joseph said, looking at Monique seriously.

Monique blinked, surprised. "Yeah, you can have my position. It's yours now. You're the one doing me a big favor," she joked.

"I don't like your post. It's toxic," Joseph sighed. "Just put me in creative design, or maybe I can be Yang Ent.'s resident photographer."

Monique looked at him thoughtfully. "Fine, you can do both. But why? I mean, you're already managing our hotels and restaurants. Why would you want to change careers?"

"I can delegate, sis. I'm like you," Joseph winked at her.

Monique chuckled. "Hmm, you can start anytime you want. Now, please drive me to the office."

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Inside the office, Monique was buried in paperwork, her eyes glued to her screen, while Jisoo was living her best life on the couch. She was munching on strawberries like a queen and casually playing Nintendo, acting as if she had nowhere else to be.

"Jisoo, what are you doing in my office?" Monique asked, her voice dripping with playful confusion, her eyes still on her documents.

"Oh, Chaeng told me she's hanging out with your brother. As for you... what are you doing here? Why are you working today? Shouldn't you be at home, resting, not wandering around like a workaholic?" Jisoo teased, her eyes flicking over to Monique with a sly grin.