Scheduled In -CHAENNIE-

Chapter 8

The rest of the afternoon was spent organizing things at Jennie's gallery. The artist had revealed most of her new paintings, claiming the ones she didn't let them see she was going to save for a show. Taeyeon and Jacob had stayed to help, Jacob being much more helpful than his wife. Rosé had started to feel quite uncomfortable as Jennie's mother kept looking at her as if the doctor was trying to solve a puzzle. Taeyeon then proceeded to ask Rosé questions. The questions ranged from her major and life plans to her relationship with Jennie. Jennie was sure to jump in whenever she could to distract her mother and move the woman away while looking at Rosé and mouthing an apology.

Jacob, on the other hand, Rosé found to be a pleasant human being. He was very excited to show Rosé Yonsei's campus the next day. He promised to do what he can to assist her into the acceptance pile. The only negative was when he mentioned her parents. Rosé was quick to inform him that her parents didn't support her, and she was working hard on this all on her own. The older man smiled at her with a look of pride. He recalled hearing about the military tradition in her family and assured her that, with what Jieun says about her, it wouldn't matter to those who are in charge of making the acceptance decisions. Rosé smiled at him, appreciating his encouragement.

Once the older couple was gone, Jennie had gone to the back office with Nayeon to work on some things, leaving Rosé to wander the gallery alone. She was fascinated by the new paintings. There was a scene depicting a dark green forest meeting a night sky, a landscape portraying the Their campus, and another of the historic building itself. There were a few abstracts, definitely focusing on the color brown and what she was fairly certain were eyes. She was mesmerized by portraits of body parts that were in intricate detail. A blush rose on her cheeks as Rosé realized they were all her. Tears came to her eyes at how beautiful Jennie had made her. Rosé had to swallow back her emotions, unsure as to what this meant. Jennie was rather insistent that they were only to be together for this semester, Rosé agreed with that as she needed to focus on doing well with her classes and getting into law school. Still...

"Hey, Rosie, I'm so sorry, this took way longer than I thought it would," Jennie apologized and came to stand beside her.

Rosé couldn't help herself and blurted, "These are me."

Jennie looked at her in surprise and then guilt. "Yes, they are. I made sure not to include any identifying features... other than your features, but really... like, no one would know unless they know you, "Jennie rambled in explanation.

Rosé nodded and looked at the painting in front of her. "I'm honored. They are quite beautiful."

Jennie grinned at her side. "Well, you are beautiful. But, still, I apologize for doing this without your approval. I can take it down."

Rosé shook her head. "No, I trust you won't name me. I have to say though," Rosé said turning to look at the artist, "I am curious about this lack of muse before."

Jennie sighed and looked away. "That... that is a bit of a story, and now you are probably starving. So, if you want, we can revisit it later."

Rosé saw the negative mood change as Jennie's shoulders tensed and her jaw clenched. "So, where are you taking me to dinner?" Rosé asked, hoping to take the unhappiness radiating from Jennie away.

Jennie took a deep breath and turned to Rosé with a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes. "Well, since we are in Seoul, what do you say we actually go out somewhere together? There is this little Italian place that I just love and thought you might enjoy," Jennie informed her.

Rosé grinned. "Lead the way."

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Rosé was quick to understand why Jennie enjoyed the little Italian place, it was phenomenal. Jennie insisted they share the tiramisu for dessert and Rosé almost orgasmed because of the amazing-tasting dessert in her mouth, just so rich and full.