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Anniversary

Y/N's P.O.V

I woke up enthusiastically, ready to plan a special surprise for Jungkook as it was our anniversary today.
I looked to the side, Jungkook was sleeping peacefully. 
Carefully, I got up and proceeded to get ready for the day. 
I had planned to make a special meal for him with his favorite wine and I also had bought extra sexy lingerie, especially for today. 
While I was making breakfast, Jungkook snaked his arms around my waist and started kissing the nape of my neck. 
"It tickles" I giggled, "Happy Anniversary babe!" I said as I turned around to face him. 
"Happy Anniversary." He kissed my nose. 
"Come home early today okay?" I told him as he grabbed a piece of sandwich I made. "Jungkook, I mean it!" I emphasized.
"Yes, babe!" He said with his mouth full. 
After we finished having breakfast, he got ready and left for work. 
I decided to spruce things up in the living room and the dining area.
I went out to buy some candles and flowers. 
I bumped into Taehyung at the flower shop.
"Y/N, hi!" He said flashing his boxy smile. 
"Oh hi! What are you doing here?" I asked with a smile.
"Buying furniture." He said and laughed, "I'm here to buy flowers too, duh!" 
"Right" I giggled. "So who's the lucky girl?" I asked.
"I'm the lucky one, they're for my mom. She's coming from Daegu tonight." He explained. "How's Jungkook? Haven't seen him since Owen left, Jimin is in touch with him though, he told me Jungkook has been working a lot." He said. 
"He's good, yes, very busy." I nodded, realizing that even I barely see him even though we live together.
Brushing my thoughts off, I smiled and said goodbye to Taehyung and went home. 
I edited some work that I had to send to my boss. 
After I was done, I decided to pamper myself so I would not only look good for our date but also feel good. Like a goddess. 
I applied a body mask and a face mask as  I listened to some music. Then I hopped into the shower and came out feeling like a new person. 

I looked at the time, it was 6:00 pm.
I had an hour to get ready so I got dressed and proceeded to do my make up. 

I checked the time, it was 7:05 pm. 
Jungkook will be here any minute now, I thought.
My stomach filled with butterflies imagining the romance that will take place later.
I sat on the couch, the TV was on but my mind was occupied by thoughts of Jungkook. 

It was 7:30 pm, still no sign of Jungkook. 
I wanted to call him but I figured I'll wait a few more minutes as he could be stuck in traffic. 

8:00 pm.

You guessed it, No sign of him.

I called him, he didn't answer.  
I waited for 10 minutes and called again. 
No answer. 

My mind started to do what it does best, overthink.
I started worrying about his safety so I called Kwan. 
Thankfully, he answered. 
"Hey, is Jungkook with you? He was supposed to be home an hour ago. I'm a little worried." I asked.
"Yes Madam, He is having dinner with some very important investors. They flew in from Japan and this meeting was planned last minute, I was about to call you to inform you." He explained. 
"Oh. Okay" I simply replied.

My heart sunk. 

He missed our anniversary dinner for a business dinner, which my logical brain can understand, but, my emotional heart, couldn't.
I felt bad about not hearing this from him directly.
He should have called me personally and informed me about the change of plans but instead, he told his assistant to call me.

I stared at the dining table which I decorated with flowers and candles and silently cried.
My heart hurt, literally. 

I changed into my comfy pajamas and walked in the bathroom to wash off my make up.
I looked in the mirror, my tears made my mascara spread under my eyes. 
Washing my face with cold water made me feel better, temporarily.

I walked into the kitchen, grabbed myself a plate, and ate the spaghetti bolognese I made silently. It was delicious but my appetite seemed to have been disappeared. 
I ate as much as I could, as I didn't want to waste the food that took so much effort to make. 
I placed the remaining food in the refrigerator and decided to call it a night. 
I covered myself with my soft blanket and hugged my pillow as I silently cried myself to sleep. 

Jungkook's P.O.V 

I headed home nervously, knowing I must have hurt Y/N's feelings but I really had no choice. I had a lot of work today and I was really looking forward to spending time with Y/N and celebrate our anniversary but I had to go to an important business dinner. 
Y/N is very understanding, I hoped she will understand and not be mad at me. 
I grabbed my keys and opened the door to see the living room and the dining table, beautifully decorated.
The candles were lit and their aroma spread across the room. Vanilla, her favorite! 
The flowers were beautifully placed around the candles. 
My favorite bottle of wine stood on the dining table, unopened. 
The cutlery looked like it was new. Wow, she really put so much effort into making this date perfect, I thought.

Just when I thought I couldn't feel any more guilty, I saw a note pinned to the refrigerator.

Dinner is inside, in case you're hungry. - Y/N

I immediately walked into the bedroom to see Y/N sleeping peacefully. 
I placed her anniversary gift, a pair of Jimmy Choo pumps which I had bought a few days ago, on the bedside table. 
I'll make it up to her, I made up my mind. 
I went back into the kitchen and heated the bowl of Spaghetti Bolognese and devoured it, it was so good! 
I did have dinner with the investors, yes, but I couldn't eat comfortably.
Nothing beats the food made with love and care. 
I blew out the candles after I was done eating and then I decided to finish some leftover work. 
I sat on the couch with my laptop on the table in front of me. 
A few minutes later, my eyelids got heavy as my eyes got tired and I slowly drifted off to sleep right there on the couch. 

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