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JYPE Building, Korea

Jinyoung dismissed the girls as soon as he sensed that the meeting isn't getting it's purpose. He didn't agreed to Mina's request to study yet  but promise to call her once he already decided. When the girls left his office, he suddenly look over the drawer where the files of their artist was safe keep. The managers on the other hand can't help it but to just look at what the CEO has been doing.

Sir, what should we do? MISAMO's manager suddenly asked.

Jinyoung stop searching from the drawer and look at the managers who are also looking at his direction.

I-I don't know. I don't want to deny Mina's request but the company needs Twice. Jinyoung replied.

Then, let's just talk to her again, Sir. I know she change a lot but maybe we can still convince her to think about it again. SMC manager suggest.

Jinyoung just sigh. He knows how hard to convince Mina.

How about let Mina be an exchange student for a month? 3mix manager suggested.

Will that be possible? And, will she agree? MISAMO's manager asked.

Mina isn't really into studying. She's into the girl who looks like Chaeyoung. I remember she said that she wants answers because she's curious. 3mix manager answered.

Aren't you curious too? I mean how come there's someone out there who looks like Chaeyoung not unless she's her twin sister! MISAMO's manager said.

I get your point. But, how can we make sure she's coming back. I am having goosebumps myself when I saw the photo. If ONCE will see her, they will definitely know her as our Chaeyoung. Jinyoung replied.

How about you help her enroll there and stay for not more than two months in exchange with her going back to continue her career. SMC manager suggest.

She's right. We all know that she won't ask help from her parents. Sir, you are her acting parent as of the moment. MISAMO's manager said.

I-I know. Helping Mina isn't a problem. The big problem is her schedules after the come back promotions. On top of that, what if she fall in love to that girl? Jinyoung asked.

That's uncontrollable Sir. But, I think she's just curious. By the way, let's not forget about her anxiety issues. It's not good for her to overthink. The Head manager butts in.

Jinyoung just sigh again. He don't know what to do.

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Twice Apartment

Meanwhile, Mina's curiosity still didn't leave her head. She's still thinking of Katarina while surrounded by the members who are also curious to what she's been thinking.

Mitang~ Are you sure?! Sana asked Mina.

Mina nodded. Sana just sigh and look at the older girls in front of them.

If that's the case, I'm going with you. You don't know the people there Mitang~. Momo announced making the girls jaw dropped.

Ugh! Why not all of us go there? Jeongyeon suggest.

You mean?! All of us?! To study? Jihyo asked not believing what she just heard.

You don't have to. Mina butts in looking at Momo.

But, I promise to take good care of you. That's the last request she asked me to do. Momo reasoned out.

Momo Unnie is right. We can't let you go there alone Mina unnie. And, you're not the only one who wants to see her and know her. Tzuyu commented.

We are curious too. I'm curious too about going into University. Dahyun shyly added.

Nayeon sigh and the girls look at her.

So, that's it. We are all going to study. She announced.

Jihyo, the leader wants to protest but she can't do anything about it.

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Budapest, Business School

Ugh! Final Exam for this semester is coming then our long vacation after. Ari said while looking at her friends.

Katarina just stretches her arms. Then, look around their classroom while their classmates slowly leave.

So, no more late night hangouts for this week. Amber disappointedly said.

Tsk. Our parents will kill us if we fail so we better study. Byul added.

So, are you coming with me? Ari curiously asks Katarina.

Katarina look at Ari with a confuse expression.

Ugh! Did you forget that I asked you if you want to join me? I'm going back to South Korea this vacation. Ari explained.

Ahhh- I didn't ask my father about it. Katarina replied while scratching her nape.

Look! We are not staying there for a week. At least 3-4 days. Ari said trying to convince her friend.

That's not a bad idea Kat. We all know how much you wanted to visit her. Amber butts in.

And, Ari could help you on that. Byul added.

But- I'm positive my father won't allow me. Katarina said with a hint of sadness in her voice.

Geez. Stop acting like a baby Kat. You're old enough to do what you want. Okay?! Amber irritatedly answered.

How about you just go? You wanted to go right?? Byul asked her.

Katarina shyly nodded.

Just go. It's okay to lie sometimes. We can help you with that. Amber said while standing up preparing to walk out of the room.

But-

No buts! We are already an adult. It's understandable that we do what we wanted to do. And, it isn't the first time you'll lie. Staying at clubs drinking and fucking random girls from different school without telling to your father is also a lie.  Byul added as she stood up.

Come on! I think they are right. And, I promise I'll take care of you. Ari happily said.

Tsk. Fine. I'm going with you Ari but promise me we'll always be together. Katarina said as she stood up and follow Amber. On the other hand, Ari is  blushing from the sudden request.

Of - Of course. Ari stuttered.

Eeehh.. Byul squealed then elbowed Ari from her side.

You're too obvious but we got you! Byul whispered.
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