Book 1: The Sweet Fate (Rosé X Female Reader)

10: Jealousy and boundaries

The train continued its steady chug as the tension in the air grew thicker with every passing second.

Jisoo and Lisa were still engrossed in their heated argument, their voices carrying a wave of frustration and annoyance.

It was a clash of wills, their words like arrows piercing the air, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere for everyone on board.

You and Rosé sat silently, observing the scene unfold before you.

The sound of the waves crashing against the shore in the distance mingled with the distant laughter of children playing, creating a soothing melody that contrasted with the discord within the train compartment.

Rosé's sigh broke the silence, her voice barely audible as she leaned closer to you. "I think we have to exchange seats so they won't have to keep on ruining the trip," she whispered, her words laced with a hint of exhaustion.

You nodded in agreement, understanding the need to diffuse the tension.

"Okay, that's reasonable. I'll sit with Jisoo," you replied softly, catching a fleeting hesitation in Rosé's eyes, as if she wanted to hold you back.

You gently pulled Lisa up, gesturing for her to exchange seats with you.

"Just go, Lisa," you said, your voice gentle yet firm. You could see the frustration etched on her face, her muffled rants barely audible as she made her way to the seat next to Rosé.

You took a seat beside a fuming Jisoo, the tension radiating off her in waves. "What?" she hissed, her voice sharp and filled with anger. "You siding with her?"

You couldn't help but laugh at the intensity of her anger, finding amusement in her cute yet fiery expression. "You look cute when you're angry," you teased, hoping to lighten the atmosphere.

Her mood shifted almost instantaneously, a mischievous glint appearing in her eyes. "Oh, really now?" she retorted, a playful smirk dancing on her lips. "I see you've finally realized that I'm the best," she added, her head finding its place on your shoulder.

Unbeknownst to you, Rosé's gaze had been fixated on Jisoo's head resting on your shoulder throughout the entire ride.

Her eyes bore into Jisoo's back, a mixture of jealousy and frustration simmering beneath the surface.

Trying to diffuse the situation further, you played along with Jisoo's teasing, hoping to ease the tension between the two girls.

"Well, of course, you're the best," you replied, your voice filled with sincerity as you gently ran your fingers through Jisoo's hair.

As the train continued its journey, you closed your eyes, feeling the rhythmic motion lull you into a sense of calm.

"Let's sleep for a while," you murmured, your voice barely above a whisper. "I think we both need the rest after all this unnecessary commotion."

Jisoo hummed in agreement, her head growing heavier on your shoulder.

The train's gentle vibrations and the soothing sound of its wheels on the tracks served as a lullaby, coaxing you both into a state of relaxation.

Unbeknownst to you, Rosé's glare intensified, her emotions swirling within her like a raging storm.

She couldn't understand why she felt so possessive, so consumed by a mix of jealousy and longing.

Her heart yearned for your undivided attention, her eyes pleading for you to see her, to choose her.

But as you drifted off to sleep, oblivious to the turmoil within Rosé's heart, she couldn't help but wonder if the boundaries of your relationship were becoming blurred, and if she was willing to risk it all for the chance to have you completely to herself.

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The sun dipped below the horizon, casting an ethereal glow upon the beach.

The rhythmic sound of crashing waves provided a soothing backdrop to the scene that unfolded before them.

The group had set up camp near the shore, a cluster of tents serving as their temporary sanctuary.

Lisa, ever the entertainer, had managed to salvage the situation with her wit and charm.

She produced a bottle of alcohol, the liquid shimmering amber under the fading light.

Glasses were filled, laughter echoed through the air, and a sense of camaraderie settled over them, momentarily dissipating the tension that had lingered.

"Can you believe that even happened?" Lisa laughed, her voice carrying a hint of mischief.

Jisoo, her annoyance slowly melting away, chuckled in response. "Yeah, yeah, laugh all you want. I don't care," she retorted, a playful glint in her eyes. "You're just really comfortable saying shits about me, knowing that we've been friends since childhood."

Curiosity piqued, you tilted your head, absorbing their shared history. "All of you know each other that long?" you asked, genuinely intrigued.

Jisoo nodded, a mixture of fondness and exasperation in her expression. "Unfortunately, yes. I've been friends with this annoying Lisa for that long," she replied, her voice dripping with affection.

Your gaze shifted towards Rosé, who had been sitting silently at a distance, her eyes fixed on the horizon. She seemed lost in her own thoughts, her drink clutched tightly in her hand, as if seeking solace in the swirling depths of alcohol.

"And Rosie?" you inquired, redirecting your attention to Jisoo. You wanted to understand the dynamics of their relationships, to comprehend the complexities of their bonds.

She ignored your glance, taking another sip from her drink, her eyes avoiding yours. "Yeah, I've been friends with the angel since prep school," she replied, her voice tinged with a hint of melancholy. "But be honest, Y/N. What's your relationship with Rosé?" Jisoo's sudden question caught you off guard, causing you to flinch.

You glanced at Rosé, searching for some form of guidance, but she remained silent, her gaze fixed on the ever-darkening sky. The weight of her silence hung heavily in the air, fueling the discomfort that churned within you.

"We're just-" you began, struggling to find the right words to articulate your connection with Rosé. But before you could finish, Rosé interjected, her voice void of any emotion. "We're just friends," she completed for you, her words piercing through your heart like a dagger.

The pain of hearing her dismiss your relationship as mere friendship was like a tidal wave crashing over you, consuming you in its relentless power.

The realization that your feelings were not reciprocated stung with a force that left you breathless.

Jisoo, ever the opportunist, seized the moment, her movements seductive as she leaned closer, invading your personal space. "Then it would be fine if I kiss you?" she teased, her voice laced with mischief.

Frozen, unable to process the whirlwind of emotions that engulfed you, you sat there, speechless.

The pain of Rosé's words still raw, the temptation to hurt her back lingered in the depths of your heart.

"Earth to Y/N," Lisa's voice cut through the haze, snapping you back to reality.

Finally finding your voice, you replied, your words laced with a bitter sweetness, "Yeah, it's okay." Your eyes locked with Rosé's, a silent message conveyed between the two of you. "Since we're just friends."

In that moment, as the world seemed to hold its breath, Jisoo took the opportunity to pull you in for a kiss, her lips meeting yours in a deliberate act of retaliation.

The taste of her, bittersweet and laced with a sense of forbidden desire, mingled with the saltiness of the sea air.

But as your lips molded together, a part of you couldn't help but wonder if this was the right path to take.

The intensity of the moment only served to highlight the ache in your heart, the longing for a connection that went beyond friendship.

And in the distance, Rosé's heart shattered, her pain hidden beneath a facade of indifference, as the boundaries of your relationships blurred further, leaving a trail of broken trust and unspoken desires in its wake.