Our intertwined fates 💜

chapter 15

ari pov 

Chapter 15: A Surprise at Graduation

As the days passed, Jungkook and I fell into a comfortable routine of daily calls and messages. Despite the distance between us, our connection only seemed to grow stronger with each passing day. We shared our hopes, dreams, and even our fears, building a bond that felt unbreakable.

But as graduation day drew nearer, a sense of anticipation hung in the air. Two days before the big day, Jungkook called me with a heavy heart.

"Ari, I'm so sorry, but something came up and I won't be able to make it to your graduation," he explained, his voice filled with regret.

My heart sank at his words, disappointment washing over me. "It's okay, Jungkook. I understand," I replied, trying to mask my disappointment.

But just as I resigned myself to the fact that Jungkook wouldn't be there, fate had other plans. On the morning of my graduation, as I stood nervously in line with my fellow graduates, I felt a hand on my shoulder.

Turning around, I was greeted by a familiar face, and my heart skipped a beat. "Jungkook?" I gasped, hardly daring to believe my eyes.

He grinned back at me, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Surprise, Ari! I couldn't let you graduate without being here."

Tears welled up in my eyes as I threw my arms around him, unable to contain my joy. "I can't believe you're here!"

As we pulled away, Jungkook leaned in close, his voice barely above a whisper. "By the way, you look absolutely stunning today."

I blushed furiously at his compliment, feeling a surge of happiness course through me. "Thank you, Jungkook."

With a sense of wonder, I led Jungkook to where my parents and brothers were waiting. "Mom, Dad, this is Jungkook," I introduced them, feeling a swell of pride.

My parents greeted Jungkook warmly, their faces lighting up with smiles. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Jungkook," my dad said, extending his hand.

Jungkook shook his hand eagerly, a grin spreading across his face. "Likewise, Mr. Davilla."

As we chatted and laughed, I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude. This was a moment I would cherish forever, surrounded by the people I loved most, with Jungkook by my side.

And as I stood on stage, receiving my degree with Jungkook cheering in the crowd, I knew that this was just the beginning of our journey together. With him by my side, the future seemed brighter than ever before.

At that moment, I noticed Jungkook had to wear a mask and glasses to conceal his identity, but his presence meant the world to me

After receiving my degree on stage, I stepped down, feeling a wave of relief and accomplishment wash over me. My heart swelled with pride as I made my way towards my family, who were waiting eagerly at the edge of the stage.

First, I was enveloped in a warm hug from my mom, her eyes shining with pride. "Congratulations, Arianna! We're so proud of you," she said, her voice filled with emotion.

Next, my dad pulled me into a tight embrace, his smile beaming with joy. "You did it, sweetheart! We always knew you could," he exclaimed, his pride evident in his voice.

As I turned to my brothers, Matthew and Daniel, they both grinned at me, their eyes filled with admiration. "Congratulations, sis," Matthew said, giving me a playful punch on the shoulder.

Daniel, standing beside him, gave me a wide smile, his eyes sparkling with pride. "You were amazing up there, Ari. I'm so proud of you," he said, his voice filled with sincerity.

Just then, I felt a familiar presence behind me, and I turned to see Jungkook standing there, a proud smile on his face. "Congratulations, Ari," he said, his eyes shining with admiration. "You were incredible up there."

Tears welled up in my eyes as I looked at my family and Jungkook, feeling overwhelmed with love and gratitude. These were the moments that made all the hard work and sacrifices worth it.

With a sense of contentment, I wrapped my arms around my family and Jungkook, feeling their love and support surrounding me like a warm embrace.

After the graduation ceremony, I was filled with an overwhelming sense of joy and gratitude. To celebrate this momentous occasion, I decided to organize a big family dinner at my dad's restaurant. It was the perfect way to bring together my loved ones and share this special moment with them.

I quickly got to work, booking a private room at the restaurant and sending out invitations to my family and friends. I couldn't wait to have everyone together in one place, celebrating my achievement and creating lasting memories.

As the evening approached, the excitement in the air was palpable. My dad's restaurant was buzzing with activity as the staff prepared for the event. The tables were adorned with elegant decorations, and the aroma of delicious food filled the air.

When the time came, my family and friends began to arrive, their faces lit up with smiles and laughter. It was a joyous occasion, with everyone eagerly catching up and sharing stories from the past.

I was thrilled to see Jungkook among the guests, his presence adding an extra layer of excitement to the evening. As we mingled with the crowd, I couldn't help but feel a surge of happiness knowing that he was there to celebrate with me.

At one point during the dinner, my dad pulled Jungkook aside for a private conversation. I couldn't help but feel curious about what they were discussing, but I trusted that it was important

As the evening progressed, I couldn't shake the feeling that something important had transpired between my dad and Jungkook. But for now, I pushed those thoughts aside, focusing on enjoying the precious moments with my family and my soulmate by my side.

Just as dessert was being served, Jungkook cleared his throat, capturing everyone's attention. "I've been thinking," he said, locking his gaze with mine . "And I want us to go on an adventure together."

Amy eyes widened in surprise. "What do you mean?" i asked, my voice barely above a whisper.

"I mean, I want you to come to Korea with me," he said,  "I've already talked to your dad about it, and he's on board."

my jaw dropped in shock, my eyes wide with disbelief. "You're serious?" she asked, her voice filled with wonder.

I nodded, a smile spreading across my face. "Absolutely. I want us to experience new things together, and I can't think of anyone I'd rather share this journey with."

Arianna's face lit up with joy as she threw her arms around me, pulling me into a tight hug. "Yes

I couldn't believe what I was hearing. Jungkook wanted us to go to Korea together?

Before I could even process it all, my friends chimed in, their faces beaming with excitement. "We've already packed your stuff, Ari! You're coming with  him to korea !" Hannah exclaimed, her enthusiasm contagious.

Tears of joy welled up in my eyes as I looked around at my family and friends, feeling overwhelmed with love and gratitude. This was it—the start of a new chapter, with Jungkook by my side and my friends cheering me on.

And as I reached for Jungkook's hand, ready to embark on this new adventure, I knew that together, we could take on the world.