Together You and I

CHAPTER 45

CHAPTER 45

MAE's P.O.V.

I am currently at the lobby. I know I told Jaden that I will meet him at the entrance but then I saw a lot of reporters waiting outside the building and so I stopped walking and hid behind a pillar as I remembered some scenarios a few years ago. I dialed Jaden's number but unfortunately it only kept ringing and so I decided to text him the current situation. I need his help to get away from here. After sending the text message, I put my phne back on my pocket and decided to take another peek around the area. 

Everything is calm which is quite opposite of what is going on outside. I checked my phone again in case I missed Jaden's reply but unfortunately there was none. I took another deep breath before I put my phone back on my pocket. I glanced at the elevator a few feet away from me. Can I made a quite dash towards it without anyone noticing me? Well, I guess I will never know until I try. 

I am now walking towards it when I saw Jungkook walking towards me. I thought he already left. A breath of relief washed over me. I am glad that he is here. Maybe he can clear things out. "Noona," He called me with a worried expression. "What is happening?" I asked as soon as he came closer. He took his phone out and showed me the photo. I gasped and immediately covered my face as I consciously looked around checking for anyone who has their cameras or phones in our direction. "What the heck?! How did they even get that?" I muttered as I control myself not to curse out lout. 

"I am sorry, Noona. This is my entire fault." Jungkook looked so down and my heart aches for him. I really hate seeing him sad. No! This is my fault. I should've avoided him more. I shook my head and looked at him in the eye. "This is not your fault. This is my fault. I am sorry for being the reason behind your dilemma right now, again. Don't worry. I will help to clear things out." I smiled at him trying to encourage him but my heart is breaking silently as the reasons why I left him years ago comes to memories again. I honestly don't know how we can get out of this situation knowing how close minded some people are. I don't want him to suffer again all because of me.

"Actually, I was about to go to Big Hit Entertainment to settle this issue." He stated. "But then I got worried for your safety." I felt something warm embraced my heart as I looked at him. "I have a cab waiting for me in the basement so that you can leave with me." He offered but I shook my head. He is really such a sweet and kind person but he must prioritize himself. He doesn't need to worry about me. I will be fine on my own since I am not a celebrity. And then something hit me. I looked at Jungkook and realized that he is alone. Where are his manager and bodyguards?

 "Wait, are you here alone, Jungkook-ssi?" I asked. He nodded his head and that made me panic. Why did I realize it only now? 

"What? Are you crazy? Where are your manager and bodyguards?" I asked and he just shook his head. I hit my forehead with my palm a little too hard and that made me wince. "Are you okay, Noona?" I felt a hand enclosed my hand and pulled it down. I looked up and saw Jungkook's face a few inches from mine. I gasped and almost jumped away. "Yah! What are you doing? Stay away from me." I saw hurt crossed his eyes. Wait! That doesn't come out right. I mean. Aish! I don't know. I am so confused right now with all this issue. I honestly didn't expect this to happen since I only came here for a job. "Noona, I-" Jungkook was about to say something when suddenly Jaden came out of nowhere and blocked my view by standing in front of me. "Are you okay?" He asked as he stare at me worriedly. I simply nodded my head in answer. He smiled at me before he turned around and faced Jungkook.

"Jungkook, you must go now. I will take care of Mae." Jaden muttered as he took my hand in his. "Let's go." He said before he pulled me with him. I noticed that we are going to the front door and that made me pull him to a stop. He looked at me confusedly. "Why are we going through that way? There are a lot of reporters over there. How about we go through the basement?" I suggested but he simply shook his head and continued to pull me with him. My heart is now starting to beat like a drum.

"Jaden, stop! Please!" I begged but he wouldn't listen. I can feel my hand sweating in anxiousness. What should I do now? I looked at Jaden's hand and was about to pull it to me and bite it when suddenly someone took my hand away from Jaden's grasp. "She said, stop." 

I looked at Jungkook who is looking at Jaden with glare. I never saw him this angry before. The way his jaw clenched and unclenched made me feel uneasy. I don't want them to make another scene and so I pulled Jungkook with me leaving Jaden alone. "Mae!" I heard him call my name but I ignored it. "Mae, come back here. I can help you." Jaden yelled through the lobby. I immediately bowed my head to hide my face behind a curtain of my hair. We are starting to attract attention and I hate it.

As soon as we came to the elevator I immediately went inside but before the door closes I squeezed my way out leaving Jungkook alone inside the elevator. He tried to keep the door open but it was a little too late. I immediately picked up my phone and dialed Jungkook's number. He answered after the first ring. "Noona, are you crazy? Why did you do that? I need to protect you." He answered with a frustrated voice. I took a deep breath to steady my voice, because honestly, I feel scared too. "Don't worry about me. I can protect myself. I have Jaden with me. Can you send Bang PD-nim's number. I need to talk to him to clear the issue." There was only silence on the other end of the line. I checked my phone's LCD in case the call was cut off but it was still connected. "Hello, are you still there?" I asked. I heard him grunt. "I will send his number. Noona, I can protect you too. If only you will let me." His last sentence made me stop. It was a very tempting offer but he needs protection more than I do. I cleared my throat before I spoke up again. "I will talk to you later. Please be careful on your way back." I ended the call without waiting for a reply.

I gathered all my strength and went back to the lobby luckily Jaden is still on the spot where I left him and when our eyes met he immediately welcomed me with a smile. "I am sorry about all of this. I never expected this to happen." I began explaining but he just held up his index finger and put it on my lips to silence me. "Ssssh! You don't have to explain anything. We are friends, right? I will help you." He stated with a soft expression. I smiled back at him thankful for having him beside me during this time. "And so what do we do?" I asked as I look at the people waiting outside. He looked at me with a soft expression before he took my hand in this. "Do you trust me?" He asked and I just nodded my head. I don't know what plan he has on his mind but right now I have no other choice and so I decided to get along with him.

We walked hand in hand until we reached the sidewalk but suddenly he stopped and made me faced him and before I knew what was happening I felt his soft lips next to mine. My eyes went wide in surprise. What the hell is happening?