Love Again

4

Seokjin sat in the meeting room at the broadcast station, surrounded by the buzz of directors, actors, and production staff. The discussions had gone smoothly, and it had just been confirmed-he would be the male lead in the new drama, starring opposite IU, who would play his love interest. Seokjin was pleased with the casting, knowing IU was a professional and their on-screen chemistry would likely draw a lot of attention.

The director wrapped up the final details, mentioning that most of the shooting would take place at the Grand Seoul Hotel. Seokjin couldn't help but smile inwardly. It was a pleasant coincidence, given that he was already staying there. It would make things much more convenient, and besides, he was becoming fond of the hotel's environment.

Just as everyone began to prepare to leave, there was a knock on the door. A staff member entered, looking slightly nervous to interrupt. "Excuse me, the sponsors have just arrived," she announced. "They're here to meet the cast and crew."

The room quieted, and all eyes turned toward the door. The sponsor, Seokjin knew, was none other than the Grand Seoul Hotel, and he had heard rumors that the son of the hotel's owner would be involved in the project. Still, when the door opened and Namjoon and Jungkook stepped inside, Seokjin was caught off guard.

There, standing tall and confident, was Jungkook-dressed in an impeccably tailored black suit, his hair styled perfectly, looking every bit the heir to a luxury hotel empire. Seokjin's breath caught for a moment. He had already known that Jungkook's family owned the hotel, but seeing him like this, exuding such a commanding presence, made everything feel more real.

Jungkook, for his part, seemed equally surprised. His eyes scanned the room, but they lingered when they landed on Seokjin. His surprise was evident, though he quickly masked it, maintaining his calm and composed demeanor. Seokjin, however, noticed the flicker of recognition in Jungkook's eyes. They hadn't spoken since the lunch delivery at the hotel, and now, seeing each other in such a professional setting added an unexpected layer to their connection.

Namjoon, standing beside Jungkook, greeted the room with his usual composed charm, introducing himself and Jungkook as representatives of the Grand Seoul Hotel. As Namjoon spoke, Seokjin couldn't help but steal glances at Jungkook. There was something about the way he carried himself-his posture, his quiet confidence-that made him stand out. Jungkook wasn't just the playful guy Seokjin had met at the hotel anymore. Now, he seemed every bit the sophisticated businessman, and it was hard to ignore how attractive he looked in that moment.

When Namjoon finished his introduction, Jungkook stepped forward, offering a polite bow to the director and cast. "We're honored to sponsor this production," he said, his voice smooth and professional. "We look forward to supporting the project and making sure the Grand Seoul Hotel provides everything you need during filming."

Seokjin's heart did a strange flip as Jungkook spoke. The formal setting, the respectful tone-it was different from the casual, almost boyish charm Jungkook had displayed during their previous encounters. But beneath the formalities, there was still a spark in Jungkook's eyes, one that made Seokjin wonder if he was remembering their shared moments at the hotel too.

As Jungkook's gaze shifted slightly in Seokjin's direction, their eyes met for a brief, electric moment. Seokjin's mind raced, wondering what Jungkook was thinking. Was he as surprised as Seokjin was to find himself in this situation? And why did seeing Jungkook like this, standing tall and professional, stir something in Seokjin that he hadn't expected?

Jungkook, though maintaining his composure, couldn't hide the surprise in his eyes when he saw Seokjin. He hadn't known that Seokjin would be a part of this drama, and now, standing in front of him in this new context, he saw Seokjin differently. He had always found Seokjin attractive, but seeing him in a professional setting, surrounded by peers and directors, only added to his charm. Seokjin looked effortlessly elegant, his features sharp and his demeanor poised, and it made Jungkook's pulse quicken.