Chapter 10

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by _jaywish

by _jaywish

(A/N: The teaser for the song he's preparing)

I sit at my desk, the world around me blurring into the background. My fingers dance over the keys of my laptop, but it's not just any song- it's the song. The one that's been swimming in my mind ever since I met Minseo. The weight of the world feels like it's on my shoulders, but somehow, it's her that keeps me grounded.

"Weight of the world on your shoulders," I mutter to myself, typing it out. It captures everything I'm feeling—like I'm carrying all my hopes, fears, and dreams. I pause, staring at the screen, picturing her smile. "I kiss your waist and ease your mind..."

That's it. It's about devotion, about how much I want to protect her, to show her what she means to me. I lean back in my chair, running a hand through my hair. "I must be favored to know ya," I whisper, imagining the warmth of her laughter.

The song feels alive, a reflection of what I want to say to her, but I still can't shake the pressure. "It's the way that we can ride..." I type, envisioning us together, driving through the streets of Seoul, laughing and singing along to our favorite songs. "Think I met you in another life..."

What if she really is someone I was meant to find? I bite my lip, the thought fluttering in my chest. "So break me off another time," I add, wanting to convey how much I yearn for more moments with her.

I check the clock. Days have turned into weeks, and I'm busier than ever, almost dropped off the face of the planet. But I still find time to connect with ARMY every two weeks, hoping that Minseo might be watching, that she'll see what I've been pouring my heart into. I smile at the thought of her hearing this song, understanding the feelings behind every line.

"Every hour, every minute, every second," I type, feeling the rhythm in my chest. "You know, night after night, I'll be lovin' you right..." Each lyric feels like a promise, a vow that I'm ready to make to her, if only I can get the chance.

Finally, after what feels like an eternity, I finish the song. I read through it one last time, my heart racing with excitement. "This is it," I think. I send it off to my company, my heart fluttering at the thought of what's to come.

***

A few days later, while I'm in the studio reviewing some final touches on the song, my manager walks in with a big grin on his face. "Great news, Jungkook! You'll be shooting the music video in Los Angeles!"

"Los Angeles?" My heart skips a beat. "When?"

"In a week. And guess who's playing your love interest?"

I lean forward, intrigued. "Who?"

"Han Sohee," he says, and I can't help but feel a rush of excitement. Sohee and I go way back; we're good friends. We've always had a fun, playful chemistry, but I can't deny that I'm a little anxious about the shoot. "That'll be amazing!" I exclaim, picturing the sunset shots, palm trees, and our fun banter. It's going to be an adventure.

"I think it'll bring out the best in you," my manager says, and I can't help but agree. "You guys have great chemistry."

As I start packing my bags, adrenaline courses through my veins. "This is the perfect opportunity," I think. "I can focus on the music video and still keep Minseo in my thoughts."

But a small part of me feels a pang of disappointment. What if I don't get to see her again? I shove that thought aside. "I'll show her this song, somehow," I tell myself. "I'll make sure she knows what she means to me."

I grab my notebook, flipping through the lyrics one last time. "And every day, every week, every moment, I'll be lovin' you right."

With a final glance around my room, I step out, excitement bubbling inside me for what lies ahead in Los Angeles. But in the back of my mind, the thought of Minseo lingers, pushing me forward, reminding me of why I'm doing this in the first place.