Chapter 23 - The Truth

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by HarinJoh

by HarinJoh

**Beware cringe-ness**

Jimin's POV

"Why does she hate me so much?" She said

Just these few words brought a hurting sensation to my heart. A feeling mixed with hate, anger, guilt, jealousy, pity, and all kinds of negativity. But there was something else, something new, something I have never felt before. The feeling of wanting to give it all to protect a person.

And who could this person be? MY one and only Somi. Yes, she's mine. I will run across the whole planet for her and will love her with all that I have and even if we don't work out together I will protect her with all my heart. From this moment that is my vow. I want this girl.

Words formed instantly "You know Somi, in life there will always be a hater. That's just how humans are. There will always be one who will try and take the spotlight and the attention while someone will be left in the shadows. There will always be one who will crush others to get to the top spot. But also in life, there's also love and supporters willing to be with you all the way. Somi, I want to be your supporter. I'm willing to be with you all the way. I want you to be my princess. Princess Somi, may I love you with all that I have?"

And there it was. My confession. I practically froze in nervousness. What will she say? Will she accept? Will I be rejected or will this be the beginning of a new life?

I felt her lean into my body. Then I heard a tender laugh. "I accept... Prince Jimin." Then we both laughed and in the midst of it all she gave me a shy peck on my cheek. Relief and pure joy swept over me. This is it. She's mine. I can love her with everything I have. No hurt feelings is not guaranteed but that's just life.

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Somi's POV

A supporter. Someone genuinely willing to to walk through the ups and downs with me. Someone wanting to give it all for me. Jimin.

Could there be anyone more perfect?

He held out his hand. "Shall we?"

I laughed "Of course."

And right then and there we fell into a dance. Guided by his arms I followed along and flowed into the simple footing. Staring into his eyes, everything felt perfect and right in place. A beautiful ballad being sung by Tae flowed out from the karaoke room, white tile floors, in the middle of a karaoke hallway, in front of the bathrooms to be exact. Really nothing and random but it was the most meaningful and love-filled moment of my life.

This is what all the Disney princesses are always ranting about - true love, happiness. But me, I didn't earn it with a flawless face and elegant voice or say, royal blood. I found it with scars and tears.

This is life. This is love.