Chapter Twenty-Three

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The sunlight streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow on your room as you woke up on a bright June morning. You stretched languidly, the remnants of a pleasant dream fading away. The previous night's "date" with Jin lingered in your thoughts, leaving a subtle smile on your face.

Eager to start the day, you moved through your morning routine with a sense of purpose. As you stood in front of your closet, you decided on a chic yet comfortable outfit for work. White flare pants paired with a matching vest adorned your frame, accentuating your style with a touch of gold bracelets on your delicate wrists. Rings adorned your fingers, and you let your hair cascade down freely. The ensemble was completed with matching gold sandals.

With each step, the soft sway of your outfit echoed your confident stride. You hopped into your car and made a pit stop at the nearby café, eager to kickstart your day with a burst of energy. A muffin paired with a sparkling lemonade promised the perfect combination of sweetness and fizz.

Arriving at the office, you were greeted by the hustle and bustle of a typical workday. Your secretary, Belle, a young woman dressed in a pastel pink blouse and knee-length black skirt, looked up from her desk. "Good morning, Ms. Y/L/N," she chimed, her warm smile reflecting genuine professionalism.

Returning the greeting, you settled into your office, ready to tackle the day's tasks. Curiosity piqued, you inquired about the day's agenda. Belle efficiently outlined the routine – files to be checked, papers to be signed, emails to answer. Then, she dropped a surprise that set your heart racing.

"Hoseok is coming today," Belle announced, and your eyes widened in pleasant shock. "Hobi?" you exclaimed, a mix of surprise and excitement coloring your tone. Belle confirmed, "Yes, he called to ensure both you and Mr. Kim are available."

You couldn't help but reflect on the last time you saw Hoseok, the memories flooding back with a tinge of nostalgia. Belle informed you that Hoseok requested a post-work meeting at a nearby café, adding a sense of anticipation to the day.

"Thank you, Belle," you expressed your gratitude, and as she went about her tasks, you couldn't shake the subtle excitement building within. The prospect of an evening with Hoseok, catching up after what felt like ages, added an unexpected layer to the day.

The day continued to unfold with a mix of tasks and distractions, but the impending meeting with Jin cast a shadow of awkwardness over your thoughts. Jimin's earlier advice echoed in your mind, urging you to confront Jin and be honest about your feelings. Yet, the uncertainty lingered, making the prospect of the upcoming encounter feel like a daunting task.

Just as you were deep in thought, your phone buzzed, signaling a message from Jimin. 

**Minnie🐣:** *How's it going, babygurl?* 😏**You:** *Say that one more time and I'll come smack you.* 😤**Minnie🐣:** *Oh, will you?* 😏**You:** *Yes, harder than the pillow did last night.* 😜**Minnie🐣:** *Maybe I'll be into it.* 😈**You:** *Oh, really? What else are you into?* *Please don't tell me "kitten."* 🙀**Minnie🐣:** *🤷‍♂️***You:** *Mr. CEO has so much time on his hands to be texting cringy pet names during working hours.* 🙄**Minnie🐣:** *I always have time for you.* *Plus, I'm the one who puts money in their bank account, so what are they gonna do about it?* 💰**You:***Don't get your head up too high, you might fall and break a bone.* 🤕**Minnie🐣:** *The only bone that'll break is my leg after falling for you.* 🦵**You:** *Jimin, babe, get it together.* 😂**Minnie🐣:** *Oh, did you just call me babe?* 😏**You:** *Since you only speak in words of endearments, I gotta do that too if I need to communicate with you.* 😇 *What? Already got the ick?* 😜**Minnie🐣:** *Not when the word comes out of your mouth.* 😘**You:** *Well, Jimin darling, I'll need to get back to my papers.* 🙄**Minnie🐣:** *Wow, so papers are more important than your one and only Jimin?* 😧**You:** *Well, MY Jimin would understand that and would want me to finish work early so I could spend more time with him. Right?* 😌**Minnie🐣:** *Hmm, you got a point.* *Well then, do you wanna meet at the café near your office?* ☕**You:** *Sure.* 😄**Minnie🐣:** *I'll see you later, baby.* 😘**You:** *Bye, babe.* 😘

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