Tangled Love || Kim Taehyung || Jeon Jungkook

CHAPTER 03 : TANGLED LOVE

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Kim Taehyung's POV

Damn, I’m late again. Rushing toward the office entrance, I nearly collided with someone. Seriously, why am I always so clumsy? Just as I move to apologize, a familiar scent catches my attention—Jasmine. Her scent. My chest tightens at the memory, but I can’t dwell on it. Not now.

I barely make it to my office, thankful that I called Mincheol earlier to take over the interviews. As I sit down, the thought crosses my mind—He is truly passionate, responsible, and full of potential. Promoting him to Vice President was one of the best decisions I’ve made for this company.

I picked up the intercom. "Mincheol, can you send me the resumes of today’s applicants?"

“Sure thing, Tae. You’ll need to pick someone capable of handling you and Taera. I think you’ll find a good match,” Mincheol replies in a casual tone, one we only use when we’re alone. After all, we’re the same age, 24, and close friends.

Now, I should introduce myself. I’m Kim Taehyung, CEO of Kim Corporation for the past four years. The company has grown significantly under my leadership, earning a solid reputation in the business world. It wasn’t easy in the beginning, but I’ve grown accustomed to the challenges. I don’t tolerate betrayal, and I believe in straightforward, honest business practices.

A knock on the door interrupts my thoughts. "Come in," I called out, expecting Mincheol.

He steps inside, holding a stack of folders. "Why’d you come personally? I thought you were busy," I say, glancing up from my desk.

"It's nothing I can't handle," he replies, flashing a grin. "Besides, I want to see who you’ll choose."

I nod as he takes a seat across from me. "I’d recommend the one in the blue folder. She seems like she could manage both you and Taera, based on her experience."

Curious, I take the blue folder from him and open it. My eyes freeze on the name. Park Aera. My heart skips a beat, disbelief washing over me. It’s her. After all these years…

I couldn’t find her when I searched in Busan, but now, out of nowhere, she’s here, applying to work for me? My mind races, a flood of memories crashing in. This time, I won’t let you slip away, Aera.

With a newfound excitement, I turn to Mincheol. "I’ll hire her," I say, voice steady. "She’s the one I told you about—the one I lost contact with four years ago."

Mincheol raises his eyebrows in surprise. "Wait, she’s the friend? Well, looks like your luck’s finally turning around."

I nod, already looking forward to tomorrow. Just wait, Park Aera. I’ll see you soon.

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Meanwhile – Park Aera's POV

I hum to myself as I prepare a surprise. It’s been a long week, and I haven’t seen him—Jeon Jungkook, my fiancé. Knowing him, he’s probably been overworking himself again. Time to bring him a little happiness.