jihyo imagines

in the zone

You had been visiting your uncle's hotel for the weekend, and your four-year-old cousin, Aaron, from your aunt (your uncle's sister), had enjoyed every minute of it. He had been in the pool all day, and just when you were getting ready to leave the car, he got out and ran up to you.

"Auntie Y/N! Can we please get McDonalds?" he asked.

You smiled. But just then, some of Aaron's friends heard his request and came up to you to ask for McDonald's, too.

"Yeah! McDonald's! Can we have some too?" they chanted.

Their parents began to approach you, somewhat embarrassed that their kids had started making a scene.

"It's okay," you said. "I have a car. I can take everyone's order and run to the nearest McDonald's if you all want."

Their parents couldn't exactly say no, and soon enough, all the kids were telling you what they wanted.

Meanwhile, a hotel receptionist, who had a huge crush on you, noticed you conversing with people in the parking area.

"Oh my God, she's here," Vanessa said excitedly.

She hastily brushed her hair behind her ear, adjusted her top, and gave a long glance at herself in the mirror. Her colleague, who was taking care of the TWICE members' check-in, raised his brows and looked at her playfully.

"Hey! Stop drooling over her and get back to work," Nick said, shaking his head before glancing at you. "I wonder what she's up to, though."

Out of curiosity, the TWICE members took a look at you as well.

"She does look cute," Sana commented.

"And wealthy," Chaeyoung added. "Is this her property?"

"No, it's her uncle's. She's also kind of popular around here," Nick replied.

"So, that's why you know her then," Jeongyeon said.

As you entered the lobby of the hotel, you noticed Vanessa looking your way and trying hard to look pretty and neat. You were somewhat surprised that you didn't have any feelings for this lady, but you knew that she had a crush on you.

But because you didn't like her, you decided to ignore her flirtatious behavior and instead focus on introducing yourself to the TWICE members. Thankfully, they were able to help alleviate the awkwardness that you were experiencing with Vanessa.

"Hi, I'm Y/N," you said.

The TWICE members smiled and waved at you.

"Hello, I'm Jihyo. We're glad to meet you," she said, shaking your hand, and the other members followed, introducing themselves one by one.

"It's a pleasure to meet you all," you replied, smiling back.

Just then, Vanessa spoke. "So, Y/N, what can I do for you?" she asked, her eyes lit up with anticipation.

You cleared your throat, feeling vaguely uncomfortable. "Well, umm... I was just here to drop off my stuff at the penthouse and also ask my cousins if they wanted anything from McDonald's," you answered, making an effort to avoid her gaze.

"Is that what you were doing outside?" Nick asked.

You chuckled. "Yeah, Aaron and his friends asked me."

"Well, that was really nice of you to do for those kids," Vanessa said, her voice dripping with affection.

"Thanks. I'm just trying to spread some happiness," you said, nodding. Your gaze then shifted to the rest. "Maybe you guys want some too. It's my treat."