Party

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The Kim family mansion was abuzz with excitement and preparation for a grand family gathering. It wasn’t every day that the Kims hosted an event for their extended family, but today was special. It was the day Seokjin’s mysterious boyfriend, Yoongi, would finally meet the entire Kim clan.

Seokjin paced nervously in the grand foyer, occasionally glancing at his watch. He wore a classic, elegant suit that complemented Yoongi’s choice of a sharp, tailored blazer. The tension in the air was palpable, and Seokjin could feel his anxiety building.

The mansion was elegantly decorated with flowers and candles, and the guests began to trickle in, dressed in their finest. The hum of polite conversation and the clinking of glasses filled the large rooms as Seokjin and Yoongi prepared to make their entrance.

Taehyung, ever the opportunist, had taken it upon himself to act as Yoongi’s unofficial tour guide, showing him around the mansion and offering unsolicited commentary. “So, this is the ballroom where my family dances the night away, and that’s the terrace where all the really important gossip happens,” Taehyung quipped, his tone lighthearted but with a hint of mischief.

Yoongi, despite his calm demeanor, seemed slightly apprehensive as he took in the opulence of the mansion. “Thanks for the tour, Taehyung,” he said with a small smile. “I’m sure it’ll be… interesting.”

As the evening progressed, Seokjin introduced Yoongi to various relatives, each with their own unique blend of curiosity and formality. The conversations ranged from polite inquiries about Yoongi’s work to bemused comments about his age.

However, the highlight of the evening came when Seokjin’s Aunt Minji arrived. She was a striking woman in her late forties, known for her elegance and sharp wit. Her daughter, Jisoo, was a former model and had been the talk of the family for years. Aunt Minji had a reputation for being somewhat… opinionated.

Upon meeting Yoongi, Aunt Minji’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Ah, so you’re the one Seokjin has been keeping secret,” she said, her voice dripping with a mix of amusement and condescension. “It’s a pleasure to meet you. I must say, Jisoo, my daughter, would have made a much more suitable match for Seokjin. She’s a model, you know. Quite the catch.”

Seokjin’s face flushed with a mix of embarrassment and irritation. “Aunt Minji, we’ve talked about this,” he said through gritted teeth. “Yoongi and I are happy together. This is who I want to be with.”

Yoongi, sensing the tension, offered a polite smile. “It’s nice to meet you, Aunt Minji. I’m just glad to be here with Seokjin.”

Despite the awkwardness of the encounter, Yoongi’s genuine smile and calm demeanor began to win over some of the more skeptical family members. His charm, combined with his polite manners and the obvious affection he and Seokjin shared, began to break through the initial resistance.

As the evening wore on, Yoongi’s presence became more natural, and he started to mingle more confidently with the guests. He engaged in light-hearted conversations and shared a few anecdotes about his work and interests. Little by little, the warmth of his personality started to disarm even the most critical of relatives.

Taehyung, who had been watching the interactions with a mixture of curiosity and skepticism, began to see Yoongi in a new light. The charm that had initially seemed elusive now felt more genuine. However, Taehyung’s resolve to find something “ghostly” about Yoongi remained intact. He continued to observe closely, waiting for the next “strange” occurrence.

As the night came to a close, the family had warmed up to Yoongi, and the earlier awkwardness seemed to dissipate. Seokjin and Yoongi shared a quiet moment on the balcony, watching the stars together.

“Not too bad, right?” Seokjin asked, his voice soft as he wrapped an arm around Yoongi.

Yoongi leaned into Seokjin’s embrace. “I think they liked me, despite Aunt Minji’s comments. And Taehyung…” He paused, chuckling. “He’s still watching me like a hawk.”

Seokjin laughed softly. “He’ll come around. He’s just protective of me, that’s all.”

Despite the rocky start, Yoongi had managed to make a positive impression on most of Seokjin’s family. And as the evening drew to a close, both Seokjin and Yoongi felt a renewed sense of unity and warmth in their relationship, ready to face whatever came next—whether it was family quirks or Taehyung’s continued ghostly investigations.

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