Rogue Hearts | PJM ✅

Chp. 22: Fairy Light Delights

Dallia's POV 🌼

I'm so happy right now I could cry! It had turned into such an unexpectedly stressful evening!  I would do anything for Binna, but I can't deny that I was heartbroken knowing I had to break plans with Jimin. For the life of me, I never thought he would just invite Binna along on our now-defunct, date like it was the most normal response in the world.

Dae never was very patient with Binna, and it always used to irritate me, but Jimin is entirely the opposite. He sees my sister as a person and not just a genetic disorder, which makes me overjoyed. He could probably ask me for anything right now, and I would say yes because I'm so pleasantly surprised by his kindness.

Binna chatters on asking Jimin questions about the Tannies and then seems to lose interest in the topic quickly, which I'm grateful for. Instead, she asks if he enjoys collecting Pokemon cards, and I chuckle as I look at the night sky glimmering through the passenger's side window.

We drive out of the city until we come to a building that looks very much like an estate, and I'm both confused and intrigued. The majestic building seems to strike a harmonious balance between traditional Korean architecture and modern convenience. Its stunning bowed roofline feels like a respectful nod to the past, and the blue, greens, and whites that highlight the decorative elements are impressive. Driving down a curvy stone driveway Binna "oohs" and "ahhs" over the display of beautiful flowers and plants that line the driveway, illuminated every few feet by thoughtfully placed lights that cast a magical glow.

As we pull up in front of the building, Jimin comes to a halt, putting the vehicle in park, and then runs around the side, opening Binna's door and then mine. I'm surprised when a valet appears and nods at Jimin, and then drives the car away.

"We're ready for you, Mr. Park," another man calls quietly, materializing in front of a walkway.

"Ladies, first," Jimin bows with a smile and waves Binna and me forward.

"This is soooo pretty," Binna says as she grabs my hand excitedly. This isn't exactly who I want to be holding hands with, but I can't help but love how excited she is.

The man leads us down a pathway that snakes behind the majestic building and spills out into a beautiful garden area with walkways that lead in different directions. I catch mere glimpses of tables throughout the space, but lovely manicured shrubs and tall plants obscure the views creating little private dining spaces for each table. I realize this is some sort of upscale dining that I've never heard of, and I'm pleasantly surprised. The owners have designed perfectly private dining experiences. I understand why Jimin wanted to bring me here; it is beautiful, unique, and offers the privacy he requires.

We are led around a corner and then behind a row of nine-foot-tall, perfectly manicured shrubbery where a quaint table is set for three people. The table sits under a beautiful dark wood arbor that is strung with white fairy lights. My heart practically leaps out of my chest when I realize Jimin's previous phone call must have been to have the restaurant set another chair and place setting before we arrived so Binna wouldn't feel bad she wasn't included in the original plan.

So thoughtful and kind.

"I...I love this!" Binna claps as she skips over and takes a seat without any hesitation.

I feel Jimin's hand snake around my waist for a moment, "What do you think?" he whispers.

"It's the most beautiful place a date has ever taken me. I wish I could kiss you right now, but at the same time, it fills my heart that Binna is getting to experience a magical place like this as well. Thank you so much," I choke out in a whisper, trying to control my emotions.