We are each other's DNA

Dubai

I finally made it to my apartment before lunch.  I made use of the two-hour drive from Abu Dhabi to sleep.  I put my dirty clothes in the machine while I made a light lunch for myself.  I need to be in Pallazo Versace Hotel, where the guys are staying, by 3:00pm.  I don’t want to be late.

Taehyung created a group chat for us, and I think it’s sweet that they’ve allowed me in their circle with the short time we’ve been hanging out.

Tae: “Noona, where are you?”

Me: I’m home now. Cleaning up and having lunch. Have you checked in?

Tae: De. Noona, what is dune bashing?

Me: it’s like a roller coaster ride in a 4x4 truck in the desert.  It’s really fun.

Hobi: Isn’t that scary?

Me: I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. But if you don’t like roller-coasters, try to think of it as an experience you need to have once in your life. 😊

So, who am I riding with?




After a game, two groups of five (including two cameramen for each) has been settled.  First car includes Namjoon, Hobi, Tae, Jin and a staff. I’d be riding with JK, Jimin, Yoongi and Hyun (cameraman)

JK and Jimin sat in the middle, while Yoongi and I sat at the back.  We had so much fun. And I’m really glad that they get to experience this. It is actually a must-do for every tourist in UAE.

I get to know some of their staff while they held a photo shoot in the desert, played in the sand, sand boarding, they just rolled around and chase each other. The guys are having the time of their lives. It was the best view when they had their photos taken while the sun was setting. It was marvelous.

In the early evening, it was time to eat Arabic cuisine which mainly consists of grilled meats, salad, mandi rice and Arabic bread.  We enjoyed our dinner while we watch the performances on belly dancing (Tae was asked to put on the Shakira’s belt and dance on stage), Arabic dance, fire show and more.



We head straight to the hotel; they showered and shot a few scenes for their Summer Package. We hung out for a while, but I felt dirty from all the sand, so I told them I’ll head home.

“Oh, sorry. We all showered and did not think about you” Jin said apologetically.

“It’s fine, you don’t need to worry about me all the time, you have other things to do.”

“I already asked the staff to drive you home. We’ll see you later?” Sejin said after talking to someone on the phone.

“thanks!” “I’ll be here” I smiled while I waved goodbye to the boys. I didn’t want them to hug me because I’m all dirty.

As the elevator starts to close, a hand appeared out of nowhere, keeping it from closing.  Yoongi and Hobi went in.
“We’re coming with you” Hobi declared.
“Why? You need to rest. I’ll be fine.”
“Because we want to see where you live.”
“Oh.”


It was a 15 minute drive to my place, and they insisted on walking me to my apartment.

I invited them inside my studio apartment and started to look around. “So, here it is, my humble abode.”  They looked like they are investigating my place, scanning the ceiling and the surroundings.  “Guys? Did I pass the test?” I said laughing at them.

“You have a very tidy and nice apartment. I like it” Hobi says as his eyes continued to scan my apartment.

“Yeah, it’s relaxing here.”

“it’s not much, but it has everything I need.  Have a seat” I smiled.

“No, it’s really nice. Simple and clean.”

“OK, go take a shower and pack your stuff.”

What?

“I’m sorry, what? “

“You heard me” Hobi teasing me

“You’re coming back with us.” Yoongi ordered.

“Uuh, what?” I’m just shocked, I raised my eyebrow at them.

“I thought she understands Korean?”
“I thought so too”

“I haven’t really settled in since I came back from Abu Dhabi, and you want me to leave again and stay at the hotel? “

“You agreed to spend your days with us while we’re here, right? “
“I did, but I live here, so I can just go home every time.”

“that’s tiring and time consuming, so you’re staying with us.”

“We are going shopping tomorrow, and just go around, photo shoots in between, then that’s it. We can hang out in the evening, watch a scary movie, sing karaoke, play games. “

“That sounds fun, but I can manage going back and forth.”

“You’re on your vacation, right? What’s a vacation if you’re just staying at home?”

“A relaxing one.”

“No, it’s not. You’re only going home to sleep, and wake up the next day to join us.” Yoongi argued.

“Besides, you can relax after we leave. We leave in two and a half days. You’re the only friend we’ve made since we started going out the country. C’mon Angie… “ Hobi trying to make a point by pouting at me.

I’m defeated.  They are right. They are my ‘unplanned plan’ for my leave. To be honest, I’m sure I’d miss them as soon as they step out of my door and would wish to see the sun rising again so I can spend another day with them. They are no longer strangers to me; I know enough about them on their professional and personal life. They know enough about me as well, and it’s nice to know that they no longer treat me as a stranger.  These boys and I made an instant connection. But where do I stay? Where will I sleep?

I realized I was thinking long enough when Hobi started wave at me to get my attention. I sighed with defeat.

“Does Sejin know about this? “

“Of course, he does. He said we’ll see you later, didn’t he? He actually thought you already brought your things. “

“But Yoongi didn’t tell me about this arrangement though.”

“Well, you made me drink whiskey. Of course, I will forget!” he said laughing trying to get the blame off of him.





Namjoon was belting his lungs out singing “On Bended Knee” by Boyz II Men when we arrived.

“Heeeey!!!” they all welcomed me back in their pajamas. 

The best boys I’ve met in my entire life. I’m in love with them.

Surprised that they booked a room for me for two days, just in the same floor as them.  Sejin told me that one of their road managers had to go back to Korea due to an emergency while they were still in Abu Dhabi, so this not an extra cost to them. Still, I insisted to pay for at least a day. I don’t want to be a burden, besides, it’s my vacation.

Jungkook helped me with my bag to my room, and waited for me until I changed into my pajamas.  I brought chips from my apartment and he immediately snacked on it.

We ordered pizza so we can eat our scared asses away while we watch Insidious Part 3. Later on, I heard Tae and Namjoon snoring.  It is almost midnight and they need to be up and ready by 8am for the stylist noonas to pretty them up.

“let’s pack up.” I turned to Yoongi who is sitting beside me by the foot of the bed.  He nodded and smirked hearing Namjoon choked on his snore.  He offered his hands to lift me up.

We cleared out the room of any evidence of our midnight snacking and said our goodnights.  Yoongi followed me.

“Hey you.  Where are you going?”

“My room is just opposite to yours.”

“Oh.  Hi neighbor for two days!” I waved to him.  He ventured a very cute-shy smile.  Damn… there is this familiar feeling of butterflies that won’t stop fluttering in my stomach every time he smiles like that.  It’s not like he can help it.


So far, Yoongi is the member I am closest with.  Especially after we had our whiskey-bonding before we left Abu Dhabi.  We didn’t drink much that time, I guess we had 3-4 shots each, we were just finishing the bottle.  He is a very a deep person, but is actually very talkative.  We talked about music and life experiences.  We discovered that we have a totally different taste in music; He likes hip hop, while I like pop and jazz.  I am one year and three months older than him, and we both love tangerines.  I guess we have one thing in common.  Since then, we connected more.

YOONGI’S POV

I closed the door behind me and see Jin hyung already sound asleep on his bed.  I didn’t notice him leave the room earlier. I went to the bathroom to brush my teeth.

Is she sleeping yet?  I guess she is.  Already?  But she didn’t look sleepy at all.

Should I check?  I should call her. But why?  What happens when she’s still not sleeping?  What if she’s already asleep?  Then you’d be a jerk disturbing her.

Why are you acting like this? I stopped brushing my teeth and look at my reflection, as if I was talking to myself. 

I think she is special… But you barely know her… But I do know enough about her.  I kept discussing between me and me.

She is a very nice person.  Nice in a way that I can talk to her even from the most nonsensical thoughts in my head to my philosophical views in life.  I feel comfortable around her, and it’s nice.

Ok, so what? You found yourself a friend.  You never really had one outside the group.

I guess that’s it.  I found a friend.  I’m glad I found her. It’s an amazing feeling to finally find one.