Betrayal of the past

Chapter 7: proposal

The setting sun streamed through the curtains of Y/N's room, casting a soft glow across the space. Y/N stood in front of her full-length mirror, carefully applying a light layer of makeup. Her hands were steady, but her heart raced in anticipation. Today was the day she was going to meet RM, just as they had planned during their chat conversations. A blush crept onto her cheeks as she thought about him—his confident demeanor, his mysterious eyes, the way he seemed to command the attention of everyone around him. She couldn’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness.

As Y/N brushed her hair, trying to calm her racing thoughts, Ha-rin and Eunji burst into the room, their faces lit with mischievous grins. Ha-rin, with her usual bubbly energy, jumped onto Y/N’s bed, making the mattress bounce slightly. "Oh my gosh, Y/N! Look at you blushing! Are you thinking about RM again?" Ha-rin teased, her eyes sparkling with amusement.

Eunji, always the quieter one but with a sharp wit, leaned against the doorframe and chimed in, "She's definitely thinking about him. Just look at her face! I’ve never seen her this red before."

Y/N tried to hide her smile and the obvious blush spreading across her cheeks. "Stop it, you two," she said, her voice a mix of embarrassment and laughter. "I'm just... I don’t know. It’s just a meeting."

"A meeting that you're getting all dolled up for," Ha-rin pointed out, winking. "I mean, come on, Y/N. It's okay to admit you like him. We all can see it!"

Y/N rolled her eyes playfully, but her heart was pounding. She had never felt this way about anyone before, and it was both thrilling and terrifying. RM was different—he was intriguing, and there was something about him that pulled her in, making her want to know more, to see more.

After a few more minutes of teasing, Y/N finally finished getting ready. She wore a simple yet elegant dress that hugged her figure in all the right places, accentuating her natural beauty. Her hair cascaded down her shoulders in soft waves, and the subtle makeup highlighted her features perfectly. She looked at herself in the mirror one last time, taking a deep breath. "How do I look?" she asked, turning to face Ha-rin and Eunji.

Both girls gasped in admiration. "You look stunning, Y/N," Eunji said sincerely, her eyes wide with awe. "RM won’t be able to take his eyes off you."

Ha-rin nodded enthusiastically. "Absolutely gorgeous! If RM doesn’t fall head over heels today, then he must be blind!"

Y/N's cheeks heated again, but she couldn’t help but smile at their words. "Thanks, you guys," she said softly, feeling a rush of gratitude for her friends. They always knew how to lift her spirits and make her feel more confident.

As they were about to leave the room, Ha-rin paused, a playful glint in her eyes. "Oh, and Y/N... maybe today’s the day you get your first kiss from RM?" she teased, waggling her eyebrows.

Eunji giggled, and Y/N swatted at Ha-rin playfully. "Stop it! You’re making me even more nervous!" she exclaimed, but her heart fluttered at the thought.

With a final look in the mirror, Y/N took a deep breath and nodded. "Okay, let’s go," she said, her voice filled with a mix of determination and excitement. The three girls made their way downstairs, their laughter filling the house.

As they reached the bottom of the stairs, they were greeted by a familiar face. Ha-rin’s eyes widened in surprise and delight. "Jimin!" she exclaimed, rushing forward with a burst of excitement. The man sitting in the living room stood up, his face breaking into a warm smile as he opened his arms to embrace his sister.

"Ha-rin!" Park Jimin replied, hugging her tightly. His voice was soft yet filled with affection. He was dressed casually, yet there was an undeniable charisma about him, a charm that seemed to draw everyone in. His hair was styled neatly, and his sharp eyes sparkled with a hint of playfulness.