Love On Fire

Chapter 7 No Matter What

At some hotel in Myungdong, Mingyu found himself feeling strange coming with Sehun. He’s been there since classes ended and even though the guys who are with him all looked good, he couldn’t help but feel left out. He knew he shouldn’t have come here…but what the hell, he was curious. At first he didn’t believe it, but there’s actually a group in the University that hires fellow students just to taint someone’s rep.

“You made it.” Sehun greeted a pale good looking guy who just arrived.

“How are things?”

“So far so good. I’ve made a new recruit…Psst, hey man come here.” He called out and introduced Mingyu to their leader.

“Glad you can come…I’m Lay, welcome to the circle.” He said and shook hands with Mingyu. Now he’s not so sure if he wanted to be friends with these guys.

It’s the night before the big event, and the guys moved into Suga’s place to practice their piece because Suga’s studio is bigger than BP’s. Jennie couldn’t help but scoff at him. She knows their studio will have an upgrade soon, she can feel it.

They finished the rehearsal as soon as they started. Because they all got their parts perfectly, RM thought they deserve a good night sleep.

“I don’t think I can sleep tonight.” Jimin said leaning his forehead on Rose’s shoulder which she patted.

“Don’t worry, I’ll sing you to sleep.” She said.

“Aww, you’re so sweet.” He said almost in a whisper.

“URGH! Get out you two, you’re starting to annoy me.” Suga said caressing his arms which are full of goosebumps caused by the couple’s too much sweetness. The others were disgusted as well; Hobi and Jungkook left the studio first to see what’s in Suga’s kitchen.

“OPPA I miss having you at home! I miss you’re cooking the most…” Jisoo wailed to Jin who was stuffing his mouth with marshmallows.

“I know! I miss you too sis. Believe me; I wanted to go home sometimes especially when my roommate snores like a bear.” He said embracing his sister.

“Just live with us…”

“I can’t my friends go where I go. Besides, they’re s.”

“Psh, and you don’t call yourself one?” RM said shaking his head. He went out singing a song called Cave Me In by Gallant. “Baby I want you to cave me iiin…so maybe I won’t ask to forget it….wooohoo”

“DAMN, WHO WAS THAT?” Jennie complained hearing RM’s singing voice.

All of them pointed at the door where Namjoon exited and Jennie went out to give Namjoon a beating.

“Ha, this should be interesting!” Suga said and followed Jennie.

Taehyung was looking for an opportunity to talk to Lisa since that night he got almost rejected. It’s not like he’s gonna let that stop him. But only if she’s made it easy for him to talk to her, it would have had been better. He realized that since then, Lisa’s best talent is to avoid him. It didn’t help that they’re almost always together because like right now, she’s not even giving him a look.

“Ehe-ehem,” he tapped Jimin’s shoulder and whispered, “I need you guys to shoo…”

“Huh?” Jimin scrunched his eyebrows at him and then immediately get what V’s referring at when he saw his friend eyeing Lisa.

“Jin Hyung, Jisooyah… I heard Suga Hyung’s fridge is full of meat.” Jimin announced causing the siblings to make a run for it.

Rose was about to comment but Jimin beat her to it saying, “Ah, I forgot I’m hungry too…”

“But we just ate?” She said while Jimin was dragging her out of the room.

Lisa unplugged her earphones and got startled when she saw V standing in front of her.

“Oh my god, seriously, stop doing that.” She said her hands on her chest.

“Sorry, I can’t help but be unpredictable.” He said with a little tiptoe.

“Hahaha-” Lisa snorted to keep her laughter.

“OMO, YOU JUST LAUGHED!

“Ehem…so what’s up?” She asked with a serious face. After what happened in his rooftop that night she couldn’t help but avoid him. As long as she hasn’t sort out her feelings for him, she thinks it’s better if they remained friends. Everything’s happening so fast and she’s scared that along the way, they’d hurt each other just because they made decisions in haste. They’re not like Jimin and Rose who’s obviously destined for each other. So she’s not going to risk it just because she’s crushing on him. It’s only a crush. Crushes don’t last forever!

“Tch. Why are you being so timid? Gosh, are you purposely being like this just to turn me off? Tsk, tsk, tsk.” He said with his arms crossed.

Lisa sneered at him and stood up. “Why can’t we be just friends?”

“You know we can’t be ‘just’ friends. I already told you I like you. Don’t you like me?” He said almost pleading.

“Well…Why do you like me?”

“Because you’re different. You’re weird and you’re not afraid to be.”

“W-what??” She felt like her world is spinning because of his revelation. She thought she’ll never felt that way again since the rooftop scene but she was so wrong. She shouldn’t have had underestimated this guy.

“This is really getting awkward. Man up Taehyung-ah! Whooo, confidence!” Taehyung said to himself while jumping a little to calm his nerves.

Lisa was watching him act like his normal self and she was relieved that he’s making it easier for her to feel at ease.

“I can’t blame the girls why they like you. I’ve heard from someone that you weren’t over your ex. Is that true?”

“What? Who told you that?” Taehyung was taken aback. He couldn’t even remember when he last dated.

“It doesn’t matter where I heard it from. I just said that for me to know and for you to confirm.”

“Oh, so…is that why you don’t trust me?”

“I’m not that shallow. I think you’re the type who hangs on to something that’s precious to you. But I still want to know.” Lisa pried and looked at him under her lashes. “And just so you know, I don’t believe rumors easily. I prefer to know the person personally than to dwell on scattered words. So, is it true or not?”

Taehyung sighed and his lips. He can’t believe someone will talk about him on Lisa. It suddenly dawned to him that if it isn’t his fans, it could be that anonymous enemy they’re still working on that’s behind this.

“It’s not true. If I’m not over my ex, I should be chasing her, not you.” He sneered.

“Just what I thought.” Lisa hid her smile and turned to him. Then she remembered something that is also the reason why she can’t date guys like Taehyung.

“You know…if I would really want to date you, I’m going to date you because I’m sure. But right now, I can’t help but think that you only like me because I appear like a challenge to you. And I don’t want to be that girl because most guys only want me for that. Heck, some guy actually succeeded in getting one of us…and that wasn’t a good experience.” Lisa suddenly remembered Jennie’s experience with heartbreak. It was so depressing; all of them did not know what to do. The guy only made Jennie like him because getting Jennie was a challenge.

“So let me prove to you! I’m not like most guys.” He defended.

She looked into his eyes and found that Taehyung was really sincere about his intentions. But, still, she won’t give in because of that. She’ll need to think with her brain first.

“Okay, look…I’m actually saving this for something that’s worth it but I’m calling out for this one.” He said and then he gets down on one knee and pulls out something from his pocket.

“Jjan~” He cheered and showed her the anklet from the first day they met.

Lisa’s jaw dropped. She gets down on one knee as well and watched him put the accessory on her ankle. “Wah, I thought I lost it.”

“Hmm…I thought it would come in handy someday.” He said and looked at her after he finished placing the accessory. Lisa met his gaze and asks him, “Why would it?”

“It actually succks that you doubt my feelings for you…but I wouldn’t let you go away just like that. I think you’ve struck me too much that letting you go wouldn’t make any sense anymore. How about we go out?” He asked her in a serious tone. “Let’s go on a date, just you and me…in exchange for the anklet…”

Lisa stared at his eyes and nodded. Taehyung’s face broke into a smile as he helped her stand up.

“I’ll prove to you…just wait and you’ll be falling for me in no time.”

“Tch. You boast too much so be careful.” She said pinching his belly fat making him let go of her hand.

“Ouch, hey!”

“Suits you.”

Jennie was craving for coffee jelly that night which of course doesn’t exist in Suga’s kitchen, so she, Namjoon, Hobi and JK went out first to get some desserts. The convenience store wasn’t that far away from Suga’s place so they all went to walk.

“Jennie noona, I have a question…” JK started.

“What is it baby boy?”

“Baby boy?” Hobi said and looked at RM who gave him a shrug.

“I’m just really curious since your personality is really strong and you kind of underman Yoongi Hyung a lot…so, I’m just wondering, have you ever dated before?” JK asked her innocently as to which RM only laughed at.

Jennie hit RM on the stomach and smiled at JK. “Of course, I dated! What kind of girl do you think I am? I admit I do have an alpha female personality but that doesn’t mean I’m mean to boys all the time.” She explained. “I’m being nice to you.”

“Yeah, that being said is a miracle.” RM commented.

“She’s only nice to him.” Hobi added.

“Say, have you guys thought of an idea to get this guy out of his engagement with Cruella?” Jennie asked the guys while walking side by side with Namjoon.

“We haven’t thought of any so far, if you have ideas, feel free to share.” Hobi gratefully remarked.

“Oh, don’t mind if I do.”

When they reached the convenience store, RM and the guys lined up to get their sandwiches pre-heated while Jennie went upstairs to get herself a coffee jelly and some chocolates for the girls. She was busy looking carefully between brands when she locked eyes with someone she loved dearly from the past.

“Jennie-ya?”

She gasped at the mention of her name. She has long forgotten about this guy, but his effect on her still lingers on like nothing bad happened.

“Jongin-shi…you’re back in Korea?” She asked incredulously.

 “Um, y-yeah. I can see you’re back as well…you look good.”

Jennie nodded. They stood there not knowing what to say to each other. They were lovers before…but then Jennie never knew if he ever loved her. Their relationship ended in bad terms.

“Oppa! They don’t have you’re favorite brand of coffee jelly.” His girlfriend announced clinging to his arms. She then noticed that Jennie was there, watching them. Jennie was about to go when Kai’s girlfriend called her.

“You…” She started then looked at Jongin. “Isn’t she that girl you dumped because of me?”

“Soojungah, let’s go.” He sighed.

“Why? Are you still not over her? Then why are you marrying me then? Why? Why?” She was being fussy about the situation that it got to Namjoon’s attention. He checked upstairs to see what’s going on with Jennie.

“Wow, congratulations to the both of you! I hope he treats you well.” She said sarcastically.

“Hey, Jendeukie, is everything alright?” Namjoon said speaking in English. He sees Jongin and his girlfriend together but he was clueless as to who they are in Jen’s life because even though they are close, he’s missed 5 years of her life when he moved to Seoul. So at that time, they don’t communicate much often. But even though the facts are given, he’s smart enough to know that these people are from that part of her life.

“Yeah, I’m fine. Are we good to go?” She answered back in English.

Namjoon looks back at the couple and squinted his eyes at Jongin. Because he’s an only child, Namjoon treats Jen like a sister and whoever hurt Jen will taste a piece of his knuckle sandwich.

“Do you know these people? Why do they look like they’re rude to you?”

“LET’S GO!”

Jennie was dragging his arms downstairs but Namjoon didn’t waver. Jongin was suddenly curious about their relationship that he asked…

“Are you her fiancé? Are you Jeon Wonwoo?” Jongin asked curiously.

“Why do you care if he’s my fiancé or not? We’re over Jongin. You made that clear to me when you cheated on me with her. So I’m only saying this once…mind your own ing business.” Jennie lashed out then turned to Namjoon and curled her arm on his. “Come on Honey. Our friends are waiting.”

RM shook his head at the couple before going with Jennie downstairs.

“Ya, Jung Hoseok, get me some 10 cans of beer will you.” She commanded and dragged Namjoon out of the store. Hobi didn’t have the guts to disobey Jennie because she looked really mad so he asked Jungkook to buy the beer.

“Who was that guy?” Namjoon asked Jen as soon as they got out of the store.

“Don’t ask. It never happened.” She said dismissing him and walked away. The two other boys got out carrying 10 cans of beer. They looked for Jennie and found her walking about 10 ft away from them.

Back at Suga’s home…

The Kim siblings were grilling some meat for their friends while talking about how excited they are for the festival. But other than that, the boys are more curious about the mystery that is Jennie Kim. Now that they’ve grown fond of each other, Jin thought the only girl he still find difficult to understand from Blackpink is Jennie.

“I think Jen’s nice in a totally y way but I still don’t get her sometimes too. I feel like she hides a lot of secrets under those chubby cheeks of hers.” – Suga.

“Our Jennie Unnie is actually a softie. She’s only become like that because…” Rose hesitated to continue because revealing information about Jennie gives her goosebumps.

“Jennie’s had a terrible experience with relationships…” Jisoo continued.

“You mean she’d dated before? Wow, that actually happened for her. Wow.” Suga remarked. “So, what happened? Did the guy break her heart because she’s you know…Jennie…”

“He cheated on her…” Jisoo said casually while munching the meat Jin just finished grilling.

Suga stopped chewing for a second hearing Jisoo’s words.

Jin whistled and heaved a deep breath. “Eat more guys, I think, this subject will be long. I hope the others bring beer when they get back.”

Upon bringing up the topic, Jimin and Rose remained in silence and only looked at each other because they know some details about Jennie the others don’t know about. Like, Wonwoo, for example.

Jungkook and Hobi watched Jennie as she drinks alone in the park. She was swaying herself in one of the swings while RM was making a call to someone.

“What do you think happened back there Hyung?” JK asked Hobi.

“Maybe she met her sworn enemy?” Hobi suggested still watching Jennie.

“I’ve never seen her like this. She seems…vulnerable…”

“I know, it’s like she’s crying but she’s not. What would Suga Hyung give to be in our place right now?” Hobi said flatly.

Then RM came to them to check Jen’s situation…

“How’s Jen?”

“Still acting strange. What really happened back there?” Hobi asks. Namjoon told them that Jennie met her ex and that it looks like it did not end well for the two of them.

“Do you know the guy?” JK questioned RM. He suddenly wished it was him who saw the guy so he can put him on his death list.

“No.”

“Is he good looking though?” – Hobi.

“You can say that. But I think we still got a lot of say compared to his face.” – RM.

“How’re we gonna get her home though? Plus her things are still at Suga Hyungs…” Hobi was worried about two things. One, forcing Jennie to go back at Suga’s can be lethal, two…they’re dealing with Jennie Kim here! Black Pink’s most notorious member!”

“Don’t worry guys. I got it. Help will be coming in one or two…”

“Hours?”

“Minutes.” RM corrected.

Hobi looked at JK thinking that RM’s idea was nuts because it’s too impossible. They were already hacking a plan to knock her out when a black Mercedes Benz parked across the street.

They were determined to see who’s behind the car that they didn’t notice Jennie getting up from her seat. Then the front door opened revealing a tall lanky guy who looked younger than his age. They all can tell that he came from a wealthy family because of the car and the suit he’s wearing.

“Is that the guy?” Hobi snapped at Namjoon. Then Hobi and JK’s jaws dropped when Jennie rushed over to the guy and hugged him.

This time she cried her eyes out.

The guys were all dumbstruck when the others got back with Wonwoo. RM lowkey told them what happened at the convenience store. Then, Jennie introduced to them who Wonwoo was and that he’s someone he knew since she was a kid.

Jisoo and Lisa were kind of hurt that Jennie has to keep this to herself. What’s more annoying is that Rose knew and she didn’t mention anything about it.

“So you’ve been dating this guy and you didn’t even tell us? How could you? We’re you’re best friends!” Jisoo reacted while the guys were watching the girls not daring to interrupt.

“Um-” Wonwoo tried to speak.

“Don’t you dare talk! I don’t know you and I don’t like you so shut up!” – Jisoo.

“Man, your sister’s scary.” Suga whispered to Jin who keeps eating the chocolates that RM bought.

“You should’ve seen her lose her mind when the chicken delivery got late. It was hell.” – Jin.

“B-but, we’re not really dating. He’s a good friend.” Jennie tried to reason out. “Lisa, help me out.”

“But you call him your fiancé Unnie, doesn’t that mean you two are kind of…dating? Plus he even got you a ride here…and he rescued you from ‘he who must not be named’…”

“Well technically that was him,” Wonwoo pointed at Namjoon then decided to shut his mouth when he saw Jisoo eyeing daggers on him.

“If he doesn’t get out of this house right now I will shoot him.” – Jisoo.

“Hey, we don’t need to be overly dramatic here…” – Wonwoo.

“She’s serious bro.” – Hobi.

Jisoo was her knuckles so hard her bones are sticking out of her hands in frustration.

“I guess I better go then…”

“Wait…but” –Jennie.

“It’s fine. I’ll call you tomorrow. You need to talk to them.” He was about to turn around when he added: “Just tell them everything. I don’t mind if you tell them we really are dating.” He joked.

“Bastard.” Jennie muttered when Wonwoo made a run to the exit.

“I kinda like that guy.” Jimin remarked after Wonwoo has gone.

“Okay, I know you guys are mad…”

“Furious.” – Jisoo.

Jennie rolled her eyes and continued.

“But this isn’t a big deal.”

“Yeah, but keeping it a secret is.” Jisoo deflected. “I thought you already learned from me that things we thought weren’t a ‘big deal’ is actually a big deal.”

“Like thinking that getting involved with BTS is not really serious but it’s like a curse nowadays.” Lisa added without a pause. Some of the guys including Taehyung gasped at her statement.

“Hey guys, don’t you think you’re being hard on her. Jennie Unnie must have her reasons. And…and, shouldn’t we all just understand her situation? She’s probably keeping this from us because we were there when Ka-…when that guy made her fall in love and left her. You ever thought that maybe she’s ashamed of making her friends suffer with her…again?”

“Chaeyoungie…you don’t have to put it like that.” Jennie said and then faced her two other best friends. “Look…you guys are my best friends and as much as I hate to do this right now in front of these shameless imbeciles…I have to apologize.” She said bowing. Suga and RM were now taking a photo of her.

“I’ve known Jeon Wonwoo since I was a toddler. We weren’t that close at first and we treated each other like dirt especially when we learned that we’re engaged. But things started changing when Kai left me. You know how miserable I was back then and I appreciated your efforts to reach out for me even though we’re continents apart from each other.” Jennie sighed as she recalled the memory.

“And this guy…I don’t know what happened but he was suddenly everywhere. He turned good to me and it was weird. I didn’t tell him anything about Kai but I suspect that he knew from my actions that I… I was heartbroken. He’s part of my healing and I owe him for that.” She stated while wiping a tear away from her cheek.

“I’m really sorry if I kept it from you. I didn’t know I’d upset you guys this much. But Chaeyoungie’s right. I was ashamed of myself for falling for that bastard. I don’t ever want to go through with that pain again.” Jennie’s sobs were uncontrollable that Namjoon and Suga almost went to her to comfort her but the girls had already gathered around in a group hug.

“I’m sorry too. I was just worried about you!” Jisoo cried. “The girls and I have always wanted the best for you. You know that…”

“Unnie!” Lisa cried and hugged Jennie.

“Why am I still smiling while I’m crying?” Rose muttered.

The guys were touched by the scene. Jimin went to Rose’s back and joined the group hug. Then Taehyung followed after him and hugged Lisa…then come Hobi…then Suga…then Namjoon…

Jin pulled Jisoo out of the group hug and yelled at his friends.

“YAAA, don’t touch my Jisoo! You perrverts!”

Jungkook sighed and ate some chips. “I guess these things do happen before big events.”

The day has come for the girls and the guys to come together for the much awaited University Festival. Their scheduled to perform at 4pm in the afternoon and they couldn’t be more excited about it. The school grounds were decorated with huge LCD displays, booming sound systems and of course, overwhelming lights.

Rose took a peek from the backstage to see the number of people waiting to see them. Because they’re part of the first set, she expected that there’ll only be a few people around…then she remembered that it’s BTS she’s performing with that it made sense that the concert grounds are almost full. She’s not even sure if all these people are from her University.

“Guys, I’m starting to get nervous now.” She said biting her finger.

“Don’t sweat it, they don’t bite.” Jungkook and that earned him a glare.

“They don’t but I do.” Jimin cut in between the two of them. He put his arm around her and said, “If he bothers you again just let me know and I’ll handle him.”

Jungkook punched Jimin’s shoulders and walked out rolling his eyes.

“Ow!” – Jimin.

Namjoon was checking to see if everyone’s on set when he passed by Jennie’s make-up area. “What are you wearing? It’s freezing outside!” He said looking at Jennie who was wearing a one shoulder crop top and a black skinny jeans and classic doc martens.

“Trust me, it’s wouldn’t be cold once I step out that stage with my bass on my hands.” She stated and ignored him once again.

“Tch. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.” – RM.

“Hey,” Hobi said to Jisoo who was tuning her electric guitar.

“Hey.” She greeted back at him and smiled.

“Um-”

“Jisoooyah can you help me fix my hair.” Jin cut him off unconsciously.

“I-I’ll see you guys on stage.” Hobi said and waved at them.

Suga was pretending to be busy with his laptop when in truth he was listening to Taehyung and Lisa talk to each other awkwardly.

“So um…what kind of food do you usually like?” – Taehyung.

“Er…I don’t enjoy eating as much as Jisoo Unnie…but I like Gamjatang...”

“Oh…um, so…” Taehyung muttered contemplating if he’s going to ask her out again

“Yeah...”

“About that date…I uh, made arrangements tomorrow for the two of us…you know cause you agreed remember?”

“Y-yeah, yeah. I know that.”

“So, um, how about I see you at Creams & Peaches coffee shop…you know that place right?”

“Y-yeah…it’s in Myungdong right?”

“Yeah..hehe…so, it’s a date right?”

Suga was suddenly annoyed by this and shut his laptop. Taehyung and Lisa both looked at him in response.

“Why don’t you two just save us all from your bull and date each other already?” He said eyeing the two of them like he was a parent. “I’m not a reactive person but you guys push me so hard I’m at my limit. So do me a favor will you? Lisa-shi, Tae’s not a bad person, he might be bizarre but he’s a good kid.”

Then he turned to V and said, “And Tae…I can’t say anything more to you. You’re her problem now.”

V watched Suga as he left the couch and went straight to the other end of the backstage. But it didn’t escape to them what he was muttering…

“Gosh, those kids needed saving. I’m so glad I’m over that phase of raging hormones… that time…”

“Ahehe…he’s crazy right? So…I’ll see you there…?

“Okay. Um, 7pm?”

“Sure. I’ll be there on time. Promise.” He grinned and looked away and then looked back. Lisa couldn’t help but smile at his reaction. She took off his cap and put it on hers in a snapback.

“Can I borrow this for the song number?”

“It’s yours if you want.” He shrugged and winked at her.

“Okay guys, the sunbaes are almost finished with their song number….after a few minutes, it’s our asses that’ll replace theirs…so are we ready?” RM called everyone to prepare for their stage.

“We’re good.” Jin answered for the boys after he check them all.

“How ‘bout our girls, Jen, Jisoo, Lisa, Rose…”

“We’re ready!” Jisoo yelled.

“AYE!” – Jennie.

“Are you ready Chaeng?” Lisa said to Rose.

“I am!” Rose put her hand down and then all of them followed.

“Okay guys, this is it! Let’s show them who we really are.” Jennie said and everyone raised their hands up.

We’re here, the fun boys

Here, here, the fun boys

We’re here, the fun boys

Fun, fun…

After that first line, when the audience heard their voices, everyone went loud in cheers. There wasn’t any accompaniment yet but the crowd was energetic. It grew even louder when Jennie started playing her bass guitar and Rose played her rhythm guitar. Then Jisoo went in and Lisa followed by the drums.

Suga walked in front and started doing what he does best. As if, the crowd isn’t pumped up enough.

The fun boys go until the dawn moon sets

This is so fun, all fakeness has gone home

So even if you’re tone-deaf or rhythm-deaf

It doesn’t matter, throw your timidness away…

RM was next and while he was rapping, the girls were watching the guys interact with the audience. It wasn’t their main song they were playing because it was just their intro, but the students’ energy was overwhelming.  

Let’s ride go with me

I see the peak over there

Add on another prize to my days, I’m becoming weird….

Fun, fun, the engine is on

Fun, fun, the speed is fast

Look at me, I’m gonna go crazy today, don’t stop me….

The moment the music flows

I think I’ll go crazy, hey….

Jennie paced closer to Rose and whispered to her, “We should step up our game.” Rose agreed and passed the message to Jisoo. She then called out to Lisa and said, “Lisa, hit harder!”

Rose knew Lisa was feeling the vibe when she saw her friend smirk. They don’t have to be shy now.

Don’t ask me, I was always like this

I don’t even know, cuz I’m me from start to finish

Wo Wo Wo Wo….

We’re here, the fun boys

Here, here, the fun boys

We’re here, the fun boys

Fun, fun

I don’t even know myself…

Suga looked at Jennie and . “You okay Jen?”

Jennie scoffed and said, “Watch me.”

“AFTERNOON MY FELLOW STUDENTS!” RM called out before their next song. The audience gave him a loud cheer.

“As all of you may have notice, we have girls jamming with us on stage today. Some of you may know them…and some of you don’t. So let me do the honors to introduce to you guys…BLACKPINK!” He said and the audience applauded. And Lisa playfully played the cymbals.

“On the bass we have Kim Jennie-shi…on rhythm guitars, our beautiful Park Rose-shi, on lead guitar we have Kim Jisoo-shi and on drums we have our gorgeous Lalisa-shi!!!!”

The guys clapped with the audience as the four girls bowed in front of the people.

“ALRIGHT! Now that you’ve met these beautiful friends of ours, let’s continue with the music!”

The LCD screen suddenly and the camera was on Lisa’s face. And as if on cue, she was counting in 3…

“ONE-TWO-ONE-TWO-THREE!”

(Nugu ttaemune

Yeoja ttaemune

Nugu ttaemune

Nugu ttaemune..)

Thank you for existing

Please call me, I’ll buy you food

I think I’m crazy these days

Girls wear things that make me cough cough,…

I’ll be in panic I’ll be a fan

And I’ll be a man of you you you you babe

My eyes keep turning to the girls (yup)…

While RM was busy making girls faint, Hobi was taking this opportunity to admire Jisoo’s guitar playing skills. Even Taehyung was a bit distracted about the LCD screen that was often on Lisa’s flawless face.

I know that girls are the best things in the world

Yes I’m a bad boy so i like bad girl

Come here baby, we’re gonna hit it off….

JK was beside Rose and acting cute around her while he was singing his line. He couldn’t help but because of Jimin’s reactions. He ran off when he saw Jimin’s foot aiming at his face.

Taehyung became extra on screen and blocked the camera of Lisa’s view.

 (Hello hello) (what!)

(Hello hello) (what!)

Imma give it to you girl right now

You’re not mine but you’re the best

My body twists and turns in front of you

Then Jimin sang his way towards his girlfriend and then acts like he’s melted by her beauty. Rose scoffed at him and laughed. The camera caught this and some girls frowned.

I want to approach you but you’re seriously too beautiful…

Girls are the best

present present

My real wish is

Only you, only you

The girls are more comfortable now than they were when they played their intro song. They were even singing the lyrics together with the guys.

If it’s you, I’m ok

Oh, I can’t hold back every day

Your front is the best, your back is the best

From your head to your toes, you’re the best

While Jin, was busy dancing in front, Hobi was busy mocking him in front of Jisoo.

La la la la la la la la la

Your front is the best, your back is the best

La la la la la la la la la

From your head to your toes, you’re the best

The camera loves the girls. It keeps flashing their faces that they even attracted 70 percent of the male student population in the front row. Jennie made it worse when she walked with Suga with the guitar on her hands. The boys don’t know how to handle their male fans.

It’s completely ridiculous

I don’t care about girls I’ll play with once and say goodbye

But I learn when I see you, Body 101

My testosterone heavily shows up

After winning a war of hormones…

If the standard of beauty is in the ocean,

you’re the Seriously Sea 1…

“J-HOOOOOOPE!!!” RM and Suga yelled when it was Hobi’s turn.

Girl, your temptations keep me away

from my computer every night

For her, it’s lady first…

Girls are like cold ice mountains? Let it go

A female that drives me crazy, provoking me every day

After fighting my hormones again today,

I’ll pop my pimple

Taehyung was on his energetic vibe that afternoon and jumped on Kookie’s back while singing his part. Meanwhile, Jin was pacing towards Jisoo who was rocking it out with Hobi. When he got to them, he smiled and just pinched her cheeks.

Girls are the best

present present

My real wish is

Only you, only you

Jimin walked around Rose just to make a point that her front is the best and her back is the best. He was stunned when he saw her giving him air kisses he almost dropped his microphone.

If it’s you, I’m ok

Oh, I can’t hold back every day

Your front is the best, your back is the best

From your head to your toes, you’re the best

(Because of who?) Because of girls

“BECAUSE OF GIRLS!” Blackpink chanted, obviously enjoying the song.

(Because of what?) Because of hormones

(Because of what?) Because I’m a guy

(Because I’m a guy?) Because you’re a girl

(Because of who?) Because of girls…

Girls are the best

present present

My real wish is

Only you, only you

At the final hook of the song, the three girls lined up with the guys side by side while they sing their parts. Lisa didn’t mind this because; she’s on the best seat as of the moment. She’s also not aware of her growing male fan base and female haters.

If it’s you, I’m ok

Oh, I can’t hold back every day

Your front is the best; your back is the best

From your head to your toes, you’re the best

Tzuyu and her friends were there not happy about the performance while people around them were jumping with happiness and triumph. “This is the first time I loathed their stage.”

“Omo…is that Taehyung oppa’s favorite cap she’s wearing?” Yuju told Nayeon as she pointed on the screen displaying Lisa’s face. Nayeon didn’t give her an answer; instead she crushed the bottle of water in her hands.

La la la la la la la la la

Your front is the best, your back is the best

La la la la la la la la la

From your head to your toes, you’re the best

La la la la la la la la la

Your front is the best, your back is the best

La la la la la la la la la

Even your walk is the best

“THANK YOU SEOUL INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY!!!” Suga shouted and Lisa ended their number with a sounding beat of the drums. The audience screamed in hype.

“Congratulations you guys!” Ms. Jihyun, Jungyeon and Yugyeom welcomed the group when they arrived at their usual place.

“WOW! You actually did all of these for us?” Jennie exclaimed admiring the balloons and decorations inside the restaurant.

“Well, you girls have earned it. And besides, you will be playing tonight’s gig.” Ms. Jihyun said grinning happily to them and the boys. “Why don’t you all sit down, and I’ll prepare your food while Yugi sets up the band.”

“I can’t believe days have gone so fast.” Jimin sighed as he recalled their first meeting with Black Pink. “It already felt like years.” He added.

“Ya, Chaeyoungie, you should be careful of your boyfriend. He doesn’t seem to get a hold of time I fear he might lose his mind soon. You don’t want to date a crazy 20 year old right?” Jennie was back at being herself again and insulting Jimin.

“I’m not crazy, you are.” Jimin retorted and Jennie just mocked him. “I swear you’re getting worse Jennie. Go to the doctor…oh hey Lisa, you're studying med right, check her please. She might need the double dosage now.”

"Don't talk to Jimin, he's a bad influence." - Taehyung.

“Don’t you miss the days where it’s only just the seven of us and there were less bickering?” Suga told Jin and Jin just nodded. The two of them drank their water in unison as they watch Jennie and Jimin mock each other.

“But I guess this is a good thing. I think these girls are a good influence.” – Jin.

“In what way?” – Suga.

“Well, for one, you started to be competitive again.” Jin commented and looked at Suga. “I bet you’re not thinking of your ex as much as before right?”

Suga just sighed and looked at Jennie. “I still think she’s the evil one though.” He pointed at Jennie. “She started it all.”

“YAAA, MIN YOONGI WHY THE ARE YOU POINTING AT ME! DON’T THINK I FORGET YOU STILL OWE ME.”

“Hey, don’t talk to me like that! I’M STILL OLDER THAN YOU!”

“Tch. As if I care.”

“This b-”

Jin stopped Suga from going at Jennie and made him get back on his seat. “She’s still a girl man.”

“Aish, why are we hanging out with them again?”

“They helped us win.”

“Besides that!”

“Hey, anyone seen Jungkook?” RM asks and looks for Jungkook around.

Jungkook was airing his clothes away from his body before going inside the restaurant. He just had one stick of cigarette because he still craves for it. He didn’t expect that quitting would be this hard. He thought he would die if he won’t just have one. He was on his way back when he stopped on his tracks when Jungyeon appeared in front of him.

“Don’t you know the consequence of that habit of yours is 99% lethal?”

Jungkook didn’t know how to react. He didn’t expect that it would be her that would catch him doing this.

“I-I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

“I saw you. And this isn’t the first time.” Jungyeon moved towards him and looked at him with concern. “I know it isn’t in my place to tell you this but you need help. If I were you I’ll tell my friends because I know they’re good guys. I just don’t get why you have to keep this from them when they’re your friends.” She was about to leave him when he called her.

“How do you expect me to do that? As you said earlier, they’re my friends. They’re closer than family to me. I don’t want them to turn away from me just because I have a bad habit!”

“They’re your friends. No matter what happens, they’ll understand.” She said looking at him in the eyes. “Unless you want to lose them then you’re doing a good job. What’s more disappointing is when you trust someone only to find them lying to your face the whole time.”

Both of them heard cheers from inside the restaurant. Blackpink’s performance was starting.

“Fix this problem while it can be fixed. Don’t let anything as shallow as that get in the way of your friendship.”

“Are you saying that to me as a tutor?”

Jungyeon rolled her eyes and turned back to him.

“I’m saying this to you as a friend…and for the record, I just want to clarify that it wasn’t me who’s slipping notes on your locker. I was just paid to do that. So please don’t be awkward around me anymore. And jeesh, just quit being a sissy, you have a built the size of a wrestler for god’s sakes! I mean why do they call you the Golden Maknae for?”

Jungkook watched her as she went inside the restaurant. It wasn’t long before he followed her inside.

This sad melody resembles you

It makes me cry eh eh

Your scent is a sweet felony

I hate you so much but i love you

Before the dark night traps me in

Don’t leave me

Do you still love me? If you feel the same

Don’t leave today

Don’t ask why it has to be you

Just stay with me

The guys swayed their heads as they pay attention to the girls’ acoustic set. Each one of them was in awe as the girls sang their song beautifully.

Hobi was clutching his chest while Jin was shoving popcorns in his mouth.

(It goes a little something like)

Lalalalalala Lalalalalala Lalalalalala

Lalalalalala Lalalalalala Lalalalalala

I don’t expect a lot right now

Just stay with me

There’s nothing more I want now

I can’t even tell if my heart is beating

Rather than forceful conversations with others

I’d rather be in awkward silence with you

So stay, wherever that may be

Sometimes, when darkness comes, I’ll be your fire

In this world that is a lie the only truth, it’s you

This a letter from me to you

In the middle of the song, Jeon Wonwoo entered the place and found Jennie on stage. He was relieved to have found her easily right there where she belongs. He smirked and crossed his arms as he watched her.

Jennie’s face lit up at the sight of her friend. She gave him a little nod and smiled at her friends.

While everyone is having a good time inside, they were oblivious to the fact that they were being followed. When they said they wanted to take down BTS, they really meant every word.

“YOW! Bambam, you have a light?” Sehun asks and he tossed him his lighter as he blows his cigarette.

“Is this the place?”

“Word.”

“How cute.”

a/n

Hey Guys! Just so you know I read the comments and thank you so much for reading this fic. I know I don't get to update a lot but I try to. I swear!  But I'm just busy with life and reality that is why sometimes it gets me too long to update. I just hope you guys won't ever stop supporting this fic...unless reality calls for it and our beloved boys and girls really dated in real life but what the hell right? What are the odds on that? Haha. But really, thank you, I did not expect that this fic will get noticed at all. So thank you so so so much. This actually started on Wattpadd in tagalog language. HAHAHA but the ships were different and back then I wasn't entirely over about EXO and I was much into Kai. But then after Blackpink's debut I looked for new boy groups to stan and it got me to BTS. So I think I'm a full time Army and Blink right now. I'm still an EXO fan but I'm not as into deep as before. I actually wrote a fiction for EXO and blackpink 3 years ago...and BTS - especially Jimin - was the third party in there. HAHA, and now he's my bias. My life is full of plot twists.