Room 148

Chapter 11: Awkward Intrusion

                            Author's Pov

Jimin stood behind the reception desk on the 13th floor, meticulously organizing the day's schedule. The luxurious Valeria hotel was bustling with activity, and he thrived in the fast-paced environment. As he glanced up, he saw Cecil, the head of the hotel housekeeping department, approaching with her usual brisk stride.

"Evening, Jimin," Cecil greeted, her voice warm and ecstatic.

"Good evening, Cecil." Jimin replied with a smile. "How's everything going today?"

"as usual,fully packed." she said, adjusting her cleaning supplies. "But it's nothing I can't handle. How about you? never seen you around that much, any interesting happened today?" she smiled as she adjusted the gloves in her arms

Jimin chuckled. "I've been good, well... nothing interesting, just busy organizing my tasks, I got assigned to handle the preparations for the arrival of an anonymous famous person" he tilt his head to the side and wrote something in his small journal book.

Cecil raised an eyebrow. "Ouu, A famous person checking in here? I wonder who could that be ? Last celebrity I've encountered was Kim Seokjin you know the Famous Actor, I've seen a lot of famous celebrities through my 15 years of working here they usually booked the highest floor."

Before Jimin could asked a question, his earpiece buzzed. "Jimin, we need you on the 11th floor to gather the guest's food for room 148," the voice crackled.

"Looks like duty calls," Jimin said, giving Cecil a nod. "Catch up later?"

"Absolutely," Cecil replied, waving him off.

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                              Jimin's Pov

I made my way down to the 11th floor, where the kitchen staff had prepared an elaborate spread for the guest in room 148. The head Chef carefully loaded the food and two bottles of wine in the steel bucket full of ice onto a cart, ensuring everything was in perfect order. The divine aroma of the dishes filled the air, making my stomach rumble slightly.

With the cart ready, I headed back, pushing it forward,careful not to hit any small bumps, I stepped into the elevator, the doors closed in front of me, the electronic machine buzzed as it starts its destination to the 13th floor. my mind yet again wandering to the young woman I was about to serve, Ms. Aurelia.

                    
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                        Taehyung's Pov

Aurelia stood by the large window of her exquisite living room suite, the city lights twinkling in the distance. I watched her exhaled heavily, sensing her distress, I walked towards her, gently placing a hand on her shoulder.

"Aurelia, what's wrong?" I asked softly, my voice filled with concern.

She turned to face me, her eyes brimming with unshed tears. "It's my father," she began, her voice trembling. "We had a terrible argument this morning. He... he had forced me to signed the marriage contract he had arranged for me." she grab a piece of cigarette in a pack and light it, the smoke fogged the thick glass and spreads out into the air, she had shared to me about her heated argument with her Dad but she never told me about the marriage contract.

my expression darkened, anger flashing in my eyes. "Aurelia, that's not fair. You shouldn't be forced into something like this."

I dropped my hand, Aurelia leaned into me, resting her head on my shoulder. "I know, but he won't listen. He says it's for the family's reputation and honor, I feel so trapped, Taehyung." she bit the inside of her cheek, she raised her head. my eyes following her movements, she bit her lower lip and closed her eyes and inhaled, I grabbed the cigarette out of her hand and smash it on the ashtray. "enough of that"

I wrapped my arms around her, holding her close. "You deserve to make your own choices, Aurelia. This isn't right. You are entitled to make choices of your own."

She sighed, feeling a mix of relief and sorrow. "I wish he could see that. But he's so stubborn, so focused on what he thinks is best for me."

I tightened my embrace, voice firm as I spoke. "We'll find a way out of this, I promise. You don't have to go through with it if you don't want to. I'll be here for you, no matter what."

She looked up at me, her eyes filled with gratitude. "Thank you, Taehyung. I don't know what I'd do without you." she said voice merely a whisper as she hugged me
I half-blink, pursing my lips, I swallowed the lump in my throat, my emotions on edge, as I set aside the thoughts that tried to resurface at the back of my head.

"of course, that's what friends are for." I whispered back inhaling her sweet but strong scent.

                    
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                           Jimin's Pov

I was standing outside room 148, I took a deep breath feeling anxious for such unfathomable reason. I slid the key card into the electronic lock, hearing the familiar click. I gently opened the door wide enough and pushing the cart inside, as I walked in the living room I was greeted by an unexpected sight.

Ms. Aurelia, usually composed and stoic persona, was in the middle of an intimate embrace with an unfamiliar man in a grey hoodie. a strange feeling had struck inside of me. I felt like an intruder in such a private and vulnerable momentum, but I had a job to do.

Clearing my throat softly, I spoke, "pardon me for the disturbance, I have delivered your food request ma'am." I spoke looking at her.

The man in the grey hoodie turned towards me, his eyes lighting up at the mention of the food. "Oh, fantastic! I'm starving," he exclaimed, clasping his hands together in excitement. Aurelia quickly stepped back, her cheeks flushed. She avoided my gaze, clearly flustered by being caught in such an uncharacteristic moment.

I maintained my professionalism, Ms. Aurelia and the unnamed stranger settled down on the dining table's chair. I extend my arms while setting the dishes on the table. "let me know, If you need anything else Sir." I asked addressing the man, my voice steady as I discard the cloche and set them aside revealing the food inside.

The man smiled warmly. "Thank you, that's all for now." he smiled at me and tilt his head to the side and look at her handing her a plate and utensils

"Thank You Taehyung." She thanked him smiling.

I nodded, "enjoy your dinner"
"Thank You, we will." responded by the guest named Taehyung I smiled at them both giving a polite bow before exiting the suite. As I walked down the hallway, I couldn't shake the image of Aurelia's blushing face and the unfamiliar feeling that had settled in my chest. I took a deep breath, reminding myself to stay focused on my duties.

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