Hard to love : A haesoo love story

Bonus : Coming out (part 4)

Hello everyone, 

I can't believe this chapter is going to be a five-parter. But I've been busy and didn't have time to finish it all on time, so I'll come back again with the end in a couple of days. 

I hope you like it. There is a bit of adult content, readers beware. 

Thank you to everyone who takes time out of their days to read my story. I love your comments too. Let me know what you like and what you don't like about this part. 

I need some inspiration so I have a question for you: How and where would you finish this chapter? 

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Haein barely caught a glimpse of the girls' final bow as Blackpink on the huge screen near the exit. Just as the fireworks started, security came over to their section to escort them out of the stadium first. They did this to avoid any potential chaos from having so many celebrities in one place. Sadly, he couldn't hang around with the girls backstage this time around.

Luckily, there was going to be an exclusive after-party and secret dinner at a fancy club later – in just a couple hours, actually – giving Haein enough time to go home and change. At least, that's what he thought. With traffic being awful on the way back from the stadium, it took over an hour just to get home. Once there, Haein took the quickest shower ever and changed into black dress pants and a fitted shirt.

While putting on his black leather shoes, he checked himself out one last time in the mirror and gave a satisfying nod. However, getting to the club took another hour. The club had a rather inconspicuous location, near a parking building where attendees could simply exchange an invitation for a key card for an elevator that led up to the roof – and from there, a hidden passage into the club.

The guests were told not to show up in fancy cars or their usual vans to avoid drawing attention. This secret entrance was reserved for Haein and other celebrities who'd rather stay under the radar during the event. For everyone else, like Blackpink themselves, they'd go through the main entrance where security was extra tight.

Haein walked into the dimly lit club, the atmosphere was electric with a mix of celebration and nostalgia. Soft laughter and lively chatter filled the air from the various groups of celebrities, Blackpink's close friends, and YG executives and management teams mixed and mingled. The club had an elegant vibe with its plush black velvet seating, neon pink ambient lights, and framed photos showcasing Blackpink's most iconic moments. Haein grabbed a drink from the bar and surveyed the room, noticing some familiar faces but not spotting Blackpink just yet.

Engaged in conversation with a few actor acquaintances, Haein's heart suddenly raced – he sensed her presence even before laying eyes on her. Turning his head, there she was, walking in alongside Rosé, Jennie, and Lisa. All four of them still radiating energy from their electrifying performance earlier that evening, but his girl looked particularly stunning. The only thing Haein wanted was to rush over to her, wrap her in his arms, and give her the longest kiss possible. But, they were surrounded by YG execs; while comfortable with "public" displays of affection, they drew the line at putting on a show for her bosses.

It felt like an eternity before the bosses finally cleared out after giving a bunch of self-important speeches that nearly put everyone to sleep. Haein and his love spent those seemingly endless two hours sharing secret looks and smiles from opposite ends of the room, communicating so much without saying a word.

When the last YG executive left the club, the mood shifted from formal to laid-back. Haein spotted Jisoo scanning the room, likely searching for him. He began to move toward her, skillfully navigating through the crowd. The moment he reached for her hand and their eyes locked, it felt as if time stood still. Their smiles mirrored each other's, warm and expectant. Interlocking their fingers, Haein guided her to a more private corner of the room.