I Still Want You [Taekook] - Chapter 42: Chapter 42
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Seoul, August 2018
No One's P.O.V
"Damn. What the hell is this." Yoongi immediately jumped from where he was sitting. Turning over the magazine that had been thrown at the table.
Jin and Jimin hug each other. Just now they cried happily because Taehyung returned, do they have to let him go again?
Namjoon massages his temples. Hoseok closed his eyes and sat sluggishly.
Among all of that, Jungkook froze in his place.
"What will you do about this?" Sejin asks
"I can't lose him anymore, Hyung. I can't. No. I can't." Jungkook said frantically. His lips trembled, tears threatened to flow from his eyes.
"Calm down Kook. He won't leave. There must be another way." Hoseok squeezes Jungkook's shoulder gently. Try to calm him down.
"Did PD-nim know about this?" Namjoon tries to remain wise in facing this problem. After all, he is the leader.
"Of course. Who do you think sent me here?" Sejin sit on the sofa
"Then what did he say?"
"He asked you guys to find a solution to this. Then he will decide whether you can use that solution or not. What certain is, right now there are many reporters who are calling for clarification."
"Can we say the truth?" Jimin whispered softly. But because the room is quiet, everyone can hear it.
"That's a crazy solution." Sejin shook his head
"You must remember that this isn't only about the six of you. It's not only about you, Jungkook. It concerns the company and all the people involved. Don't be reckless in making decisions." He added
"We know. Can't we say that this is just a friend's trip? Taehyung and Jungkook are friends. BTS didn't have any schedule at the moment. So they decided to have a vacation in Germany." Jin tried to give an idea
"Then why did he just go with Jungkook? If there are no issues in the past, then this is the best solution. But considering what happened back then, it seems ..." Before Namjoon finished speaking, Jin hit his arm hard.
"Stupid. If there were no such events in the past, then none of this would have happened. Everything already occurred."
"Then what will we do?" Yoongi looked at Jungkook
"I don't know Hyung. Give me time. I'll think about it." Jungkook's hand trembled severely, his face paled.
"Will you make your own decision? Without asking my opinion? again?" Said Taehyung who had been standing on the stairs listening to their conversation.
His face expressionless. But his eyes imply hurts and sadness.
Jungkook rushed over to Taehyung who is wearing his black sweatpants and a white T-shirt
"Tae ..." He grabbed his man's hand.
"Kook, you've already done your part. Now, it's my turn to do mine." Taehyung released Jungkook's grip in his hand and walked closer to Sejin
"Can we talk for a moment?"
"Of course. Follow me" Sejin and Taehyung leave the dorm, leaving six worried men.
It's been 10 minutes, but they haven't returned yet.
Jungkook can't stop pacing in panic.
15 minutes passed, there were no signs of Taehyung's or Sejin's appearance
20 minutes...
30 minutes...
"Gosh. What happened? Why are they taking so long?" Jungkook ruffled his hair in frustration.
"Calm down, Kook. Everything will be fine." Yoongi hugged Jungkook.
"I'll try calling Sejin Hyung" Namjoon grabbed his phone and immediately called their manager
"Hello ..." As soon as there is a voice from the other side, Namjoon set it in speaker mode
"Hyung, where are you?"
"At the company. Why? What's wrong?"
"In the company? Then where is Taehyung?" Jungkook takes the phone from his Hyung's hand.
"He is also here. Currently talking to PD-nim inside."
And everyone is shocked.
"What are they talking about?" Jimin asked
"How do I know? I was waiting outside."
"In the first place, why did you going to the company? Did PD-nim ask you to take Taehyung there?"
"No. Instead, it's Taehyung who asked me to take him here"
"Why?"
"He just simply said that he needs to talk to PD-nim"
"Ah, I have to go now. Later" he adds, then ends the call.
"Hyung, everything will be alright, right?" Jungkook's eyes glassy
"Yeah, everything will be fine. Trust him." Namjoon pulls the magnae into his arms
"As much as you don't want to lose Taehyung, he also feels the same way. He will definitely fight for your relationship."
"Taehyung has gone through many things. He is a strong man, he will be fine. Trust me. You will be fine. All of us will be fine."
Said Yoongi and Hoseok alternately.
"All of you must be hungry, right? I will prepare food for us. Now, you guys, take a bath, after that we will eat together." Said Jin
"Now" Jin screams from the kitchen. The other five 'children' immediately ran to their respective rooms.
* * *
It's been four hours since Taehyung left. There was no news at all from him nor from their manager.
At this time the five members gathered together in the family room. Namjoon tried to contact Sejin Hyung many times, but there was no answer. Finally, they decided to stay still waiting for news.
Suddenly Namjoon's phone buzzed. He got a message from Sejin who simply said 'watch KBS now'
"Sejin Hyung asked us to watch KBS now"
Jimin who sit nearest to the remote immediately turn on the TV and goes to KBS channel.
The screen shows some sets up which they believe is a press conference. Many reporters there. Soon a man, whom they knew as one of the company's executives, went on stage.
"Thank you to all the reporters and journalists who took the time to come here. Let's started the press conference about the collaboration between BigHit Entertainment and the apparel company, Couturelab."
The audience giving loud applause. Meanwhile, in the dorm, the members have their jaw dropped.
"Let's welcome the CEO of BigHit Entertainment, Bang Si Hyuk"
Their PD-nim went on stage, emitting an executive aura.
"And let's welcome, the vice president of Couturelabs, Kim Taehyung."
and the audience fell silent.
To say they are shocked is an understatement.
Kim Taehyung got onto the stage, looking handsome as usual.
His red hair combed neatly to the back showing his forehead. He wore a black turtleneck, to cover the tattoo on his neck, which is beautified with a matching colour suit.
Kim Taehyung, the man who used to be the 'talk' of mass media, turned out to be a very powerful man
Couturelab is not just a mere company that produces clothing, it's one of the best in the fashion industry. This German-based company has more than 3000 stores spread across various countries, with revenue of more than 20 billion euro each year.
And Kim Taehyung being the vice president, imagine how powerful he is.
Bang Si Hyuk and Taehyung, both of them, then sit in the seats provided.
"Good evening, I'm Bang Si Hyuk, CEO of BigHit Entertainment."
"Hello, I'm Kim Taehyung, vice president of Couturelab."
The two men smiled at the camera.
PD-nim then explained briefly about the collaboration between the two companies.
"Even before becoming the brand ambassador, members often used clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from Couturelab. So when they found out that they had been chosen to be brand ambassadors, they were very happy." Bang Si Hyuk said, ending his explanation.
"As you all know, BTS has been the brand ambassador for Couturelab since 2016. After the two-year contract period has expired, we decided to extend the contract. We feel proud and honoured to have BTS as our ambassador. Unlike before, this time, BTS is not only just become the ambassadors of our brand, but we will also have collaboration with them. The members will make their own designs, whether it's clothes, bags, shoes or accessories. Some of the designs will be produced massively, and some of them will be produced as limited edition." said Taehyung who looks so dominant in his vice president attitude.
"Don't we just sign contracts as their brand ambassadors?" Hoseok wondered
Jin throws the cushion at him. "Shut up. I have to concentrate."
At the press conference, Taehyung continued his explanation.
"So far we are still in the preparation stage. The members are still making drafts for their respective designs. A few days ago, Jeon Jungkook as a representative of BTS has come directly to Germany with me, to see the process of designing and producing in our company. Unfortunately, the other members have a schedule in Japan. We planning, in the near future, all members will visit our headquarters in Germany."
"Genius." Yoongi and Namjoon say together when they realized what Taehyung is actually doing. He is clarifying the news by making an alibi and a smart excuse.
"This is why he talked to PD-nim," Jimin said with relief.
Jungkook stormed off to his room, ignoring the curious look from the other members.
"What's with him? "Asked Hoseok
"Leave him alone. He needs time for himself. Right now he must feel like a fool." Yoongi answered nonchalantly. The members furrowed their eyebrows at him, but he just shrugged his shoulder, continued to watch the TV.
No One's P.O.V
"Damn. What the hell is this." Yoongi immediately jumped from where he was sitting. Turning over the magazine that had been thrown at the table.
Jin and Jimin hug each other. Just now they cried happily because Taehyung returned, do they have to let him go again?
Namjoon massages his temples. Hoseok closed his eyes and sat sluggishly.
Among all of that, Jungkook froze in his place.
"What will you do about this?" Sejin asks
"I can't lose him anymore, Hyung. I can't. No. I can't." Jungkook said frantically. His lips trembled, tears threatened to flow from his eyes.
"Calm down Kook. He won't leave. There must be another way." Hoseok squeezes Jungkook's shoulder gently. Try to calm him down.
"Did PD-nim know about this?" Namjoon tries to remain wise in facing this problem. After all, he is the leader.
"Of course. Who do you think sent me here?" Sejin sit on the sofa
"Then what did he say?"
"He asked you guys to find a solution to this. Then he will decide whether you can use that solution or not. What certain is, right now there are many reporters who are calling for clarification."
"Can we say the truth?" Jimin whispered softly. But because the room is quiet, everyone can hear it.
"That's a crazy solution." Sejin shook his head
"You must remember that this isn't only about the six of you. It's not only about you, Jungkook. It concerns the company and all the people involved. Don't be reckless in making decisions." He added
"We know. Can't we say that this is just a friend's trip? Taehyung and Jungkook are friends. BTS didn't have any schedule at the moment. So they decided to have a vacation in Germany." Jin tried to give an idea
"Then why did he just go with Jungkook? If there are no issues in the past, then this is the best solution. But considering what happened back then, it seems ..." Before Namjoon finished speaking, Jin hit his arm hard.
"Stupid. If there were no such events in the past, then none of this would have happened. Everything already occurred."
"Then what will we do?" Yoongi looked at Jungkook
"I don't know Hyung. Give me time. I'll think about it." Jungkook's hand trembled severely, his face paled.
"Will you make your own decision? Without asking my opinion? again?" Said Taehyung who had been standing on the stairs listening to their conversation.
His face expressionless. But his eyes imply hurts and sadness.
Jungkook rushed over to Taehyung who is wearing his black sweatpants and a white T-shirt
"Tae ..." He grabbed his man's hand.
"Kook, you've already done your part. Now, it's my turn to do mine." Taehyung released Jungkook's grip in his hand and walked closer to Sejin
"Can we talk for a moment?"
"Of course. Follow me" Sejin and Taehyung leave the dorm, leaving six worried men.
It's been 10 minutes, but they haven't returned yet.
Jungkook can't stop pacing in panic.
15 minutes passed, there were no signs of Taehyung's or Sejin's appearance
20 minutes...
30 minutes...
"Gosh. What happened? Why are they taking so long?" Jungkook ruffled his hair in frustration.
"Calm down, Kook. Everything will be fine." Yoongi hugged Jungkook.
"I'll try calling Sejin Hyung" Namjoon grabbed his phone and immediately called their manager
"Hello ..." As soon as there is a voice from the other side, Namjoon set it in speaker mode
"Hyung, where are you?"
"At the company. Why? What's wrong?"
"In the company? Then where is Taehyung?" Jungkook takes the phone from his Hyung's hand.
"He is also here. Currently talking to PD-nim inside."
And everyone is shocked.
"What are they talking about?" Jimin asked
"How do I know? I was waiting outside."
"In the first place, why did you going to the company? Did PD-nim ask you to take Taehyung there?"
"No. Instead, it's Taehyung who asked me to take him here"
"Why?"
"He just simply said that he needs to talk to PD-nim"
"Ah, I have to go now. Later" he adds, then ends the call.
"Hyung, everything will be alright, right?" Jungkook's eyes glassy
"Yeah, everything will be fine. Trust him." Namjoon pulls the magnae into his arms
"As much as you don't want to lose Taehyung, he also feels the same way. He will definitely fight for your relationship."
"Taehyung has gone through many things. He is a strong man, he will be fine. Trust me. You will be fine. All of us will be fine."
Said Yoongi and Hoseok alternately.
"All of you must be hungry, right? I will prepare food for us. Now, you guys, take a bath, after that we will eat together." Said Jin
"Now" Jin screams from the kitchen. The other five 'children' immediately ran to their respective rooms.
* * *
It's been four hours since Taehyung left. There was no news at all from him nor from their manager.
At this time the five members gathered together in the family room. Namjoon tried to contact Sejin Hyung many times, but there was no answer. Finally, they decided to stay still waiting for news.
Suddenly Namjoon's phone buzzed. He got a message from Sejin who simply said 'watch KBS now'
"Sejin Hyung asked us to watch KBS now"
Jimin who sit nearest to the remote immediately turn on the TV and goes to KBS channel.
The screen shows some sets up which they believe is a press conference. Many reporters there. Soon a man, whom they knew as one of the company's executives, went on stage.
"Thank you to all the reporters and journalists who took the time to come here. Let's started the press conference about the collaboration between BigHit Entertainment and the apparel company, Couturelab."
The audience giving loud applause. Meanwhile, in the dorm, the members have their jaw dropped.
"Let's welcome the CEO of BigHit Entertainment, Bang Si Hyuk"
Their PD-nim went on stage, emitting an executive aura.
"And let's welcome, the vice president of Couturelabs, Kim Taehyung."
and the audience fell silent.
To say they are shocked is an understatement.
Kim Taehyung got onto the stage, looking handsome as usual.
His red hair combed neatly to the back showing his forehead. He wore a black turtleneck, to cover the tattoo on his neck, which is beautified with a matching colour suit.
Kim Taehyung, the man who used to be the 'talk' of mass media, turned out to be a very powerful man
Couturelab is not just a mere company that produces clothing, it's one of the best in the fashion industry. This German-based company has more than 3000 stores spread across various countries, with revenue of more than 20 billion euro each year.
And Kim Taehyung being the vice president, imagine how powerful he is.
Bang Si Hyuk and Taehyung, both of them, then sit in the seats provided.
"Good evening, I'm Bang Si Hyuk, CEO of BigHit Entertainment."
"Hello, I'm Kim Taehyung, vice president of Couturelab."
The two men smiled at the camera.
PD-nim then explained briefly about the collaboration between the two companies.
"Even before becoming the brand ambassador, members often used clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from Couturelab. So when they found out that they had been chosen to be brand ambassadors, they were very happy." Bang Si Hyuk said, ending his explanation.
"As you all know, BTS has been the brand ambassador for Couturelab since 2016. After the two-year contract period has expired, we decided to extend the contract. We feel proud and honoured to have BTS as our ambassador. Unlike before, this time, BTS is not only just become the ambassadors of our brand, but we will also have collaboration with them. The members will make their own designs, whether it's clothes, bags, shoes or accessories. Some of the designs will be produced massively, and some of them will be produced as limited edition." said Taehyung who looks so dominant in his vice president attitude.
"Don't we just sign contracts as their brand ambassadors?" Hoseok wondered
Jin throws the cushion at him. "Shut up. I have to concentrate."
At the press conference, Taehyung continued his explanation.
"So far we are still in the preparation stage. The members are still making drafts for their respective designs. A few days ago, Jeon Jungkook as a representative of BTS has come directly to Germany with me, to see the process of designing and producing in our company. Unfortunately, the other members have a schedule in Japan. We planning, in the near future, all members will visit our headquarters in Germany."
"Genius." Yoongi and Namjoon say together when they realized what Taehyung is actually doing. He is clarifying the news by making an alibi and a smart excuse.
"This is why he talked to PD-nim," Jimin said with relief.
Jungkook stormed off to his room, ignoring the curious look from the other members.
"What's with him? "Asked Hoseok
"Leave him alone. He needs time for himself. Right now he must feel like a fool." Yoongi answered nonchalantly. The members furrowed their eyebrows at him, but he just shrugged his shoulder, continued to watch the TV.
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