New Girl // IKON x Reader

5

___ is where you insert your name

(YOUR POV: 8:00 am Saturday)

I opened my eyes. My head was pounding like crazy and body ached. It took a minute for me to remember what happened last night. I cringed as the thoughts of Bobby carrying my drunk self home flashed through my mind. He was a good friend. Even if it does seem like he hates me at times. I heard noise coming from the kitchen.

"Bobby? You still here?"

"You're awake. How's the hangover feel?"

He laughed. I hope he doesn't bring up what happened last night. I don't want him thinking I like him or anything. At least I don't think I like him. Whatever. It's too early for this. I got out of bed and realized I was still wearing a skirt and had a full face of makeup on from yesterday. I looked in my vanity mirror and saw that I had mascara running down my face. I didn't feel like dressing up today but Areum mentioned before that I was going to have to make an appearance in the interview since I'm their new stylist so I just threw on a little black dress. For being a professional stylist I surprisingly don't have much clothes.
When I walked out into the kitchen, Bobby was at the stove making breakfast. He glanced over at me but didn't say anything. He served me a full bowl of food but I just picked at it.

"Eat. It'll make you feel better." He added even more to my bowl and started to clean up. Just then, someone opened the door. Soojung came prancing in but stopped once she made eye contact with Bobby. She looked down at me and then back up to Bobby.

"Don't be thinking anything. ___ got drunk last night so I stayed with her in case she got sick or something. Nothing more." Bobby had a stern face when he spoke to her.
I was bittersweet about his response to Soojung.

"If you tried anything on her, I will kick your ass."

"Are you kidding? The only time I'd even touch her is with a 10 foot pole."
Rude. I took a couple bites of my breakfast and stood up, grabbing my bag.

"I've got to get back to my office and make sure everything is in order before we leave for the showcase. I'll see you guys there." I started walking to the door but Soojung grabbed my arm.

"I can drive you ___. Just go tell the guys next door that we're leaving earlier than usual while I start the car." I nodded and walked next door with Bobby. As soon as we walked in, everybody gave us this look. 

"I swear to god we didn't do anything. She got drunk and I took her home. Would everyone just give it a rest?" Bobby was getting quite angry over this. I mean aren't the other guys just playing around with us. 

 "It was just a joke. Calm down." Hanbin said, putting his hands up. Bobby rolled his eyes but still looked pissed off. 

 "The car is waiting outside. Now hurry up. Come on ___." He grabbed my arm and pulled me out the door. 

 "You guys can change into your matching outfits for the interview at headquarters and just go in those so that they can focus on your hair and makeup at the venue. iKON fighting!" I pumped my small fist in front of me. Bobby dragged me out of talking distance and then let my arm go. 

"Jeez, calm down." He didn't say anything and just kept walking. He was really pissing me off this morning. Soojung was pulled up next to the building with the car and I climbed in the passenger seat. We were shortly accompanied by the rest of iKON and had a loud ride to headquarters. 

 As soon as we got there Areum was waiting outside for me and we walked together to my office so she could look at my outfits. All she did was nod and yell for the guys to come get changed. Surprisingly they just changed in my office with no hesitation. Soojung didn't seem phased but I'm sure she was used to it by now. I, however, was shocked by the sudden half naked men around me. I just tried to stare at the ground the whole time but couldn't help but look up at their perfect bodies. 

 "See something you like?" Junhoe said, flexing for me. I just laughed.

 "Ew no." I pushed him away and gathered up the rest of the outfits for tonight. By the time I got back from putting them in the car everyone had changed into their sparkly black, white, and red outfits with the iKON logo all over them. I was proud of myself. 

I led the boys to the car and we were shortly joined by Areum, looking at judgmental as ever. The venue was huge with bright lights everywhere and we were immediately bombarded with reporters and paparazzi. I hid behind Soojung, holding her hand. I was so uncomfortable in this kind of place.

 Once inside, we were guided by staff into a room where cameras were set up and an interviewer was waiting with a microphone. Everyone got settled on stools and I stood awkwardly behind them. 

 *3, 2, 1, and we're... ON AIR*

"Annyeonghaseyo! Today we are here with the wonderful iKON!" The interviewer had a typical voice you'd hear as a voice over in a commercial.

"Get ready! Showtime! Hello, we are iKON!" The boys said in unison and bowed. The interview went on and on with the typical questions and I tuned most of it out until I heard my name mentioned. 

 "So I heard you got a new stylist, ___, and you are very close with her already." "Yes. We're close and we try to make her feel as welcome as possible." Hanbin said, a big smile across his face.

Lies. 

I smiled and nodded softly. 

 Once the interview was over we headed back stage to get the guys ready for their performance. I prepared soft outfits for them because it went with the theme of their new album. They changed and I smiled a little at Bobby in the oversized sweater I prepared for him. It suited him. He was cute. He ruffled my hair before going on stage. 

I watched as B.I went in the center of their little dance circle. 

 🎵 gomujuldarigi, gomujuldarigi🎵 (kudos to those who know what song this is and honestly this choreo is great)

I just watched their performance in awe. I never imagined that I'd ever get to see one of their concerts this up close before. Even if it was just backstage. They were amazing. I hope that I can watch them practice sometime. 

 Time went by fast and the performance was already over. I was a little sad but proud of them. They walked off the stage and before I could even see the guys, my feet were lifted off the ground and my face was buried in someone's sweater. I felt them stroke my hair as they held me. I was then put lightly back on the ground. Bobby stepped away from me and his face was bright red. I think he realized what just happened and walked quickly passed me into the dressing room to change into his suit for the after party.

 I smoothed out my dress. Bobby's hug was so warm. His handsome face popped in my head. Smiling on stage, dancing his heart out. God why is he so cute? Wait. You can't think like this. You are simply his stylist. He probably doesn't even like you and you still barely know him. But it feels like you've known him forever. I quietly went back into the dressing room where Chanwoo ran up and put his arm around my shoulder. 

I smiled at him and he insisted that I attend the after party with them. I didn't want to but I agreed for Chanwoo and just followed him and Soojung around for the rest of the night. Bobby avoided me and I repeatedly had to tell people that I was just a staff member and not Chanwoo's girlfriend. When we got home a just collapsed onto my bed and fell asleep immediately. I was so exhausted from this week that I just couldn't take anymore.  

Part 5 is finally up. Sorry, I've been wanting to consistently update but I've been busy with other things. I hope you like this new chapter. iKON tv episode 1 just came out and I've watched all four. It's so good. And I'm curious, who is your iKON bias? Mine is Bobby obviously. Thanks for reading.

- Liv