Ari's POV 🌸
"Excuse me, pardon me, excuse me," I exclaim firmly but as politely possible as I fight my way through a small crowd that has gathered in front of the entrance to Rogue Records. As I get through the first set of doors, Hyeon and Nabi grab me and pull me in away from the chaos.
"Miss, do you work here? Can you confirm if RM is dating Lily Tremblay?" someone shouts.
I try to keep my face from reacting, but the question hits like a punch to the gut.
"Does Lily even like men?" another person yells.
"Do you know if there were hidden messages in RM's new music video? Is he telling us something about him and Lily?"
It's fine. I'm fine. I love him, and this too shall pass.
Plastering a subtle smile upon my lips, I act like this is just an everyday occurrence. Just me, navigating my way through a small crowd of people launching verbal bombs at me. I'm relieved when I finally am able to push my way past everyone and reach the front door.
Suddenly the doors swing open, and Nabi and Heyon pull me safely into the building.
"You made it. Are you okay?" Heyon asks with concern, checking me over to ensure there is no scratch on me.
"I'm okay; this is wild!" I exclaim while Nabi takes my messenger bag off me and leads me to my office chair to catch my breath.
"We were worried about you getting through the doors!" Nabi explains.
"I don't know what I was expecting, but I can tell you it wasn't this!" I take a deep breath as I collect myself. "Where is Lily? Is she okay?"
"Lily's is in her studio with Ha-Kun, discussing what is happening. Let's lock up the front door and head out back," Nabi suggests as she pulls me up by my hand while Heyon ensures the doors are secured. The three of us huddle together as we head out in search of our fearless leaders.
Lily is dressed like a bonafide rock star today. I'm reminded of Yoongi explaining to me that Lily dresses up on days she records her vocals to give her confidence, and I wonder if that is what she did today; dressed up to make herself bulletproof when she came into work.
A fancy pair of sunglasses is sitting on top of her head, and her strawberry locks flow over a black lace shirt that hugs her silhouette, a black camisole lying below the lace. She's wearing a stylish pair of black pants that remind me of fitted cargo pants with their deep side pockets. These, however, taper at the leg, and she has combat boots on. She's adorned with silver chains and rings, and her make-up is dark and sultry. It's weird to see her look like she's about to walk out on stage and rock out, but somehow it suits her.
"Hey," Lily exhales as she immediately walks over and starts hugging the three of us. "Is everyone alright? I'm so sorry you got bombarded. I expected a few people but not the crowd we have! Oooof!"
"We're tough as nails around here, Lily," Nabi explains. "Don't worry; we've got your back!"
"Well, I don't want you to have to have my back; that's the problem. I agreed to this mess, but I don't want to drag you guys in with me."
"If we go down, we go down together," Heyon cuts in. "That's what we've done from the beginning, and I know for one, I have no plans of ever changing course."
"Have I ever told you how much I love all of you ladies, there are no other people on the planet I'd rather face a storm with," Ha-Kun gushes as he joins our little circle. "How about we grab some coffee, take a beat to calm down, and gather in the conference room."

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