She clenched her fists, the weight of her emotions pressing against her chest. Ji-Won quickly dialed a number, steadying herself as she waited for the call to connect.
A warm, familiar voice answered, just as expected. "Hello?"
Ji-Won's tone shifted, sweetness dripping from every word as she masked her true intentions. "Hello, Auntie! It's Ji-Won... How are you?"
"Oh, Ji-Won! It's so lovely to hear from you, dear!" Jimin's mom replied, her voice warm and welcoming. "How have you been?"
Ji-Won let out a soft, almost rehearsed laugh. "I've been doing well, Auntie. But I actually called because I've been really worried about Jimin. I've noticed he's been acting... strange lately."
"Strange?" Jimin's mom sounded concerned. "What do you mean?"
"Well..." Ji-Won hesitated, carefully choosing her words. "I saw him and Jungkook leaving campus earlier today. They were in a rush, and I overheard them talking about going to Busan. I just thought you'd want to know. I didn't want you to be worried."
There was a brief silence on the other end as Jimin's mom processed the information.
"Busan?" she repeated, her tone growing concerned.
Ji-Won seized the moment, her voice softening further as she allowed a fake vulnerability to creep into her words. "Auntie... I just don't know what to do. I can't imagine my life without Jimin. I really love him, and... I can't live without him. I've tried to ignore these feelings, but I can't anymore." Her voice cracked, and she paused, allowing a fake sob to escape. "I really need your help, Auntie. I want to marry him. I need you to help me make that happen... because without him, my life feels empty."
She continued, subtly appealing to the woman's ambitions. "I know this is a big request, but think about it, Auntie... if Jimin and I get married, we'll have the best of both worlds.
My family is very influential. Powerful, even. We could all benefit, especially you and your family. Our marriage could bring a level of security and success that you've always dreamed of. I can't imagine a future without him, and I really need you to help me."
There was a pause before Jimin's mom spoke, a hint of contemplation in her voice. "I appreciate your feelings for Jimin, Ji-Won... and I see how much you care for him.
She sighed deeply. "I see what you're saying, Ji-Won. You're right. If you and Jimin are together, it could be... beneficial for everyone. I'll talk to Jimin when he returns. I'll see what I can do."
Ji-Won's smirk curled at the edges, even though her voice stayed sweet and grateful. "Thank you so much, Auntie. I really appreciate you helping us. I won't forget this."
With that, Ji-Won hung up, satisfaction glowing in her chest.
Meanwhile, Jimin and Jungkook were already on the road, the city lights blurring as they sped down the highway. Jungkook glanced over at Jimin, noticing his tense posture and clenched fists.
"You'll see her soon, hyung," Jungkook said, his voice steady and reassuring. "Hang in there."
Jimin just nodded, keeping his gaze fixed on the road ahead.
As Jungkook drove, he shot Jimin a questioning glance. "Hyung, we don't even know where she's staying. How do you plan on finding her?"
Jimin's lips quirked up slightly, a hint of determination in his eyes. "Don't worry, Kookie. I have a plan."
Jungkook shook his head but smiled, trusting Jimin's instincts. After a few hours, they reached Busan, and Jungkook turned to him. "Alright, where to?"
Jimin pulled up a location on his phone and showed it to Jungkook. "Here."
Jungkook gave him a skeptical look but nodded, steering the car toward the address. They drove through the familiar streets of Busan until they arrived at a quaint little flower shop tucked in a quiet neighborhood. Jimin got out of the car and headed toward the shop, while Jungkook stayed behind, still somewhat confused but intrigued.
"Hyung, what exactly is your plan?" Jungkook asked, watching as Jimin entered the floral shop.
"Just wait and see," Jimin replied with a mischievous smile before disappearing inside.
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