"Unraveled Hearts"

chapter - 6

Three weeks had passed, and Jeon Jungkook was knee-deep in preparations for the upcoming debut of a group under his label, Golden Closet. As CEO, every detail had to meet his exacting standards—from the songs to the choreography, the managers, and even the makeup teams. He personally oversaw sound checks and ran through performances, ensuring nothing was left to chance. Yet, despite everything being nearly perfect, one area still didn't sit right with him: the outfits.

The clothing didn't reflect the fresh and bold image he wanted for the new group. It lacked that extra edge, something that would make the group stand out in a sea of debuts. So, he put out a call for proposals, opening up a deal for fashion companies to submit their designs. The responses had poured in, and over the past week, Jungkook had been meticulously reviewing each submission. Some were good, but none had truly excited him.

That is, until he came across the designs submitted by KJS Apparel.

Something about their proposals caught his attention. The designs were bold, innovative, and seemed to fit perfectly with the group's concept. They were stylish yet practical, with a flair that matched the idols' personalities. The moment he saw them, he felt an extra pull of interest.Satisfied with his short list of companies, he leaned back in his chair and called out, "Yuna!"His secretary, Yuna, an omega who had earned his complete trust, entered the office. She was professional and competent—everything he needed in a secretary. In the past, many secretaries, both omegas and betas, had tried to use their positions to lure Jungkook into more personal relationships, but he had none of it. He'd fired them on the spot. Alphas rarely employed other alphas as secretaries, knowing it could lead to clashes of ego, but Jungkook had never faced that issue with Yuna. She was reliable and knew her boundaries, and he was grateful for that."Yes, sir?" Yuna asked, clipboard in hand.

"I've shortlisted a few companies for the outfits," Jungkook said, passing her the list. "Send out emails to the ones selected for the final round. Let them know they've made it this far and will need to present their designs in person. After that, we'll decide who seals the deal."Yuna nodded, swiftly taking down notes. "Understood, sir. I'll notify them immediately."As she left, Jungkook returned to his work, feeling a sense of anticipation. He was eager to see how these companies would present their final designs. And he was especially curious about KJS Apparel. Something about their submission made him feel like they might be the right fit.*

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Meanwhile, across town, Jimin sat in his office, reviewing the latest batch of cosmetic products the company was set to launch. Between expanding the clothing line and handling the cosmetics market, his hands were full. He was so focused on the numbers and product reviews that he didn't even notice the door to his office bursting open until a loud voice filled the room.

"JIMIN-AH!" Jung Ho-seok—J-Hope—came bounding in with his usual infectious energy, waving a stack of papers in the air.

Startled, Jimin looked up, blinking in surprise. "Hobi hyung , what's going on?"

Ho-seok's eyes sparkled with excitement. "We got accepted! KJS Apparel made it to the final round of the deal with Golden Closet! We need to present our final designs soon, and if they like what they see, we'll sign the contract!"

Jimin stared at him, a wide smile slowly spreading across his face. "Wait, seriously? We made it through?"

"Yes!" Ho-seok bounced on his toes, grinning ear to ear. "Can you believe it? With all the competition, they picked us. It's huge!"

Jimin leaned back in his chair, a sense of pride washing over him. He knew how tough the competition was, especially when it came to securing a partnership with Golden Closet. The label was known for its discerning taste and international reach, so landing this deal could open countless doors for KJS Apparel.

"We did it," Jimin said, shaking his head in disbelief. "We really did it."

"We haven't signed yet," Ho-seok reminded him, though his smile never faded. "But we're so close. We just need to present our final designs and make them fall in love with our concept." Jimin stood up, feeling a renewed sense of determination. "Then we'd better get to work. We need to make sure those designs are flawless."

Ho-seok nodded eagerly. "I've already got some new ideas. Let's blow them away."

As the two of them began discussing plans for the final presentation, Jimin couldn't help but feel an electric excitement. If they succeeded, this deal with Golden Closet would be the break KJS Apparel needed to expand on a global scale. It was a chance to honor Kai's legacy and take his vision to new heights.

To be continued...............................