Our intertwined fates 💜

chapter 25

jk pov

As I set the table, arranging the plates and cutlery just so, the anticipation for the evening ahead buzzed in the air like electricity. The doorbell rang, signaling the arrival of our guests. With a grin, I rushed to answer it, excitement bubbling in my chest.

"Hey, kookie!" Jimin's voice greeted me as he stepped inside, Yoongi following closely behind. Their smiles were infectious, setting the tone for the night ahead.

"Jimin, Yoongi, what's up?" I greeted them, stepping aside to let them in. "Glad you guys could make it. Ari's in the kitchen ."

They nodded appreciatively before making their way to the kitchen, where Ari's cheerful voice and the clinking of pots and pans filled the air.

Returning to the table, I couldn't contain my excitement as I put the finishing touches on the evening's setup. The doorbell chimed again, signaling the arrival of Hoseok and Namjoon, followed closely by Jin.

"Hey, kook!" Hoseok exclaimed, his grin wide and infectious. "Thanks for inviting us. Sorry we're a little late."

"No worries, Hobi," I replied, clapping him on the back. "Glad you guys could make it. 

As they joined the others in the kitchen, laughter and chatter filled the room, mingling with the delicious smells of Ari's cooking. It was shaping up to be an unforgettable night.

As the evening progressed, the penthouse was alive with the sound of laughter and conversation. The girls were drawn to Ari like moths to a flame, eager to learn more about her and how she had come to find herself here with us.

"So, Ari," nari asked, her eyes bright with curiosity. "How did you and Jungkook meet?"

Ari's smile was radiant as she launched into the tale of our chance encounter at the coffee shop and the whirlwind romance that had followed. The girls listened intently, hanging on her every word as she recounted the highs and lows of our relationship.

As Ari finished her story, the girls erupted into cheers and applause, their admiration for her evident in the way they gushed over her and peppered her with questions about our relationship.

Before long, the conversation had shifted to the girls sharing stories of their own relationships, each one more hilarious or heartwarming than the last. The room was filled with laughter and camaraderie as we bonded over shared experiences and dreams for the future.

After clearing the table and tidying up, Ari suggested that the girls could hang out in the living room while the guys headed to the gaming room. It was a perfect opportunity for everyone to relax and unwind after a delicious meal.

In the gaming room, we discussed our plan of action for addressing the tabloid rumors. Namjoon proposed doing an interview where we would openly discuss our soulmates but refrain from disclosing their identities.

"I think we need to address it head-on," Namjoon reiterated, his expression serious as he glanced around at each of us. "We can't ignore it, and the longer we wait, the more speculation there will be."

Jin nodded in agreement. "An interview sounds like the best approach," he concurred. "We can control the narrative and address any questions about our soulmates directly."

Yoongi raised a valid concern about our soulmate tattoos potentially being a topic of discussion during the interview. "What if they ask about our tattoos?" he questioned, his brow furrowed in thought.

Namjoon considered Yoongi's question before responding. "We'll have to be careful," he acknowledged. "But I think we can handle it. We just need to be honest and upfront about it."