Fresh Hope

25 Mic Drop

"I know Korea is cold, but New York, that colds on a different level." Yoongi complains to the other members.
Laughter follows as Jimin takes something out of his Hyung's pocket. "He has 3 in each pocket. Wait, you have them inside your jumper, too!" Jimin drops the hand heating pads onto the table. Even more laughter.

"My hands and fingers are my favourite thing about me, I don't want them getting cold." Yoongi retorts.

The guys are in good spirits, even if they are a little cold. They have watched the footage back, and the response from their fans has been amazing, "so many of them turned up, they must have been cold too," says Tae.
"We should make a video or send a post to say thank you for coming."

The management has set up one side of the common room. There's a large table with name cards and place settings. There's a candelabra and wine glasses and really nice plates
"Wow," Nam exclaims, "they really went all out for us. We should enjoy this. They have even out some pictures of our year together. "
The guys take their seats.

"Does anyone have any goals for the year ahead. We told the fans earlier about group goals, has anyone got any for themselves that they maybe didn't want to tell the world?" Asks Tae.

Yoongi, "I know I say I sleep a lot. I don't really, I just like to lay down. Maybe I should take up some sort of activity!"
Jimin "Hyung, you could be a still life model, that way you're helping others but you don't need to move, its not very active you have had a lot of practice" the group laugh. They discuss and enjoy winding each other up. They also make silly suggestions. Like Jin could join a ballet class or Nam could take up making ships in bottles.

The meal is served. The guys decided on pizza, burgers, and other American delicacies such as corn dogs and wings. The drinks are poured, and the guys are talking in smaller groups.
That's when Jin gets Hoseok's attention. He talks quietly. "Ah Hoba, I want to tell you something, but maybe we can go somewhere a bit quieter. It's been weighing on me, and I need to tell you."
Hoseok gives him a warm smile. He's noticed that Jin has been quiet today, even within the group. "sure, we can talk if you want, but there's nothing you that can't say to me, that the others would judge you for" Hoseok wants to reassure his brother that the team are all there for each other. The members have had a few drinks by now, so they are feeling less formal and open with each other.

"Hey Hobi Hyung, can I ask you something?" Jimin asked loudly over the table. "Can I ask you how things are going with your wife?" He laughs, a little nervous, but it's because it's a personal question, "You guys haven't really seen each other. Are you gonna take her on a date before we leave?" The group laughs at Jimin's question but is equally interested in the answer. Their Hyung keeps thing's like that from them, not because he doesn't trust them, he just wants to keep somethings separate. It's true they haven't seen much of you and Hoseok together, so they are curious.

Yoongi looks at Hoseok and gives him a nod. Encouraging him to answer the younger members' questions. Hoseok knows his soul mate well. He's saying 'Yeah tell them, let them know that things are going well and that she are off limits to the others.'
Before he can answer, Jin says, "Please bro, before you answer the kid, can we talk? It's important."
"I'm sure that Hobi Hyung will want to know all the information before answering Jiminishi's questions," injects Nam. The group quieten down.
Jin now feels put on the spot. And he let's Nam know he's not happy. "Wow, bro! What a way to set me up. I could have just spoken to Hoba on his own and sorted this out, but you have to make it a big announcement. I thought you had my back?" He's really annoyed at Nam. He spoke to him in confidence. It must be the alcohol. Because he's not usually one to talk out of turn.
When Hoseok looks at Nam, he can see that even he is surprised by what he just said.
"I'm sure if Jin Hyung wants to speak to Hoba in private, that should be his decision, Nam. What's got into you?" Yoongi points a his finger at Nam, "Jin is your eldest Hyung. You shouldn't disrespect him like that." Yoongi states. He looks calm and relaxed, but Hoseok can see his jaw twitch.