The Forbidden Love - between a fangirl and idol (Jungkookff)

Chapter 7: The Unexpected Opportunity

Y/N sat at her desk, staring at the email notification that had just popped up on her screen. It was from the head of the design department.

Subject: Upcoming Project Collaboration – BigHit Entertainment

Her heart skipped a beat. Yerin's message from a few days ago had hinted at this possibility, but seeing the official confirmation in her inbox made it feel all too real. She took a deep breath before opening the email.

Dear Y/N,

We are pleased to inform you that our firm has secured a partnership with BigHit Entertainment for their upcoming project. As one of our leading graphic designers, we believe this will be an incredible opportunity for you to showcase your skills. This project involves designing the visual concepts for BTS's upcoming world tour promotional material.

Please note that the timeline for this project is tight, and we expect drafts within the next two weeks. You will be working closely with the creative team at BigHit, as well as the artists themselves, to capture the essence of their vision.

Further details will be discussed in tomorrow's team meeting.

Best regards,
Head of Design
Kyeongseong Designs

Y/N stared at the email in disbelief. This was huge. The chance to work on something related to BTS—directly with their team—was a dream come true. She felt a rush of excitement but also an undercurrent of anxiety. The pressure to deliver something extraordinary, not just for any client but for BTS, felt enormous.

She quickly messaged Yerin.

Y/N: "You were right! I just got the email. I'm working on the BTS project!"

Yerin: "OMG! I told you! This is going to be amazing. I'm so excited for you. Just imagine working with Jungkook again, but this time professionally! What did the email say?"

Y/N explained the details, her fingers flying across the screen as she relayed everything to Yerin. She couldn't help but feel a knot forming in her stomach as she thought about meeting Jungkook again—not as a fan but as a professional. Would he even remember her from that brief encounter at Namsan Tower?

As the excitement settled in, so did the nerves. This was no longer just a casual meeting. This was work. Her work would represent BTS and their tour to millions of people worldwide. She would be collaborating with BigHit Entertainment, a company known for its exacting standards and global influence.

That evening, Y/N tried to calm her racing mind by sketching some initial ideas for the project. She pulled up old photos from BTS's previous tours, trying to grasp the mood and style that resonated with their fans. Every image felt larger than life, dripping with passion and energy. It was daunting, knowing that she had to capture that same spirit in her designs.

The next morning, the design team gathered in the conference room for their briefing. Y/N had her notebook ready, her nerves bubbling under the surface. The department head, Mr. Choi, walked in, carrying a stack of documents. He was a no-nonsense man, known for his high expectations and attention to detail.

"Good morning, everyone," he began. "As you all know, we've secured a major contract with BigHit Entertainment for BTS's world tour. This is a prestigious project, and we have to deliver nothing short of excellence."

He handed out a few sheets of paper to everyone in the room, detailing the scope of the project. Y/N skimmed through it, her eyes catching key points: world tour theme, visual branding, concert posters, merchandise designs.

"You'll be working closely with their in-house team, and yes, the artists themselves may have input on the designs," Mr. Choi continued, his gaze sweeping across the room before landing on Y/N. "Y/N, given your background and skills, you'll be the lead on this project."