Junhyung's POV

Today was going to be the day. I would face what I've been trying to hide all this time. I mustered up all my courage for this day. I couldn't let myself fail. 

"Yong Jaesoon, you can do this. You must do it!" I shouted before I walked out the door.

Today was like any other day. The sun was shining brightly over Seoul. There was a nice breeze every so often. The streets were crowded, but that wasn't a surprise. Cars passed by on the streets. Everything was the way it always is. Yet, inside of me, everythign felt as if it was out of place. My stomach was tied in knots, sweat was beading down my forehead, my hands kept figeting around. Nothing with me was normal. 

No matter how many times I tried to calm my nerves down, I simply couldn't. In fact, I am still a little surprised as to how today came to be. I didn't expect her to simply agree to meeting me at all. I thought she would put on a  little more resistance. Although this is simplier for me, at the same time, it is also harder. If she would've said no, I would never have been placed in this situation. But, she said yes... so here I am.

When I arrived at the cafe, she was already there sitting at a table drinking her coffee. She looked out the window, trying to spot me coming in. I just stared at her from the enterance. As I slowly walked up to the table and sat down in front of her, she slightly jumped. 

"Oh, Junhyung. I didn't see you come in." She bowed slightly in acknowledgement I was here.

"Sorry for sneaking up on you." I gave out a slight chuckle and scratched my head.

"So, what is it that you called me here for today?" She took another sip out of her coffee. I was mesmorized by her. The way her lips crashed onto the rim of the cup. As she slowly pulled it away, I watched as her lips slowly detached from the cup, leaving a small outline of her lips on the cup. That was just her drinking though. Don't even get me started on her lips. How perfect her lips are. 

"Junhyung. Did you hear me?" Her voice interupted my thoughts.

"Oh, mianhae. Can you repeat it?" I now focused on her eyes. They were a beautiful shade of brown. Her eyes were truly a natural wonder. How could it be so... so... perfect?

"I asked, what is it you wanted to speak about." She looked at me.

"Oh, it's just... I wanted someone to talk to." I needed to find a smooth way to say what I wanted to say. I couldn't simply just jump into my confession. It'd be too much, and for sure, she wouldn't accept  me.

"Oh... but don't you have the B2ST members, or Hyomin?" She asked.

"Ah... I do, but it's not the same as talking to you." I let out a shy smile.

"Oh..." She sounded slightly disappointed. "Well, if you want to talk, feel free to. I'll listen." She looked straight into my eyes and smiled.

"Ah... well..." I looked off to the side of the shop. "Um... how about we catch up with each other first?" 

She looked at me questioningly, but simply accepted my request. As she told me about her and T-ara, I couldn't help but smile in pride. They are so accomplished for a group who is still relatively new to the entertainment world. They have such high standards they wish to reach and they strive to be the best. Everything she said reminded me of B2ST during their trainee days. We all wished for what they desire.

"What about you?" She was finish speaking about T-ara, as well as her career as an actress.

"Oh... well... nothing new has really happened. Anything big was already publicated. I mean... B2ST is still going strong. Everyone really misses you in our dorm. Oh, we have a new dorm!" 

"Oh, really? Is it nice? You should invite me over one day." She smiled.

Was this an opening? Was she allowing me on a second outing with her? Was this for real? Though I couldn't contain my excitement on the inside, on the outside I tried to remain the best that I could. "Ah, I'll be sure of it."

"Promise?" She held her pinky out towards me.

"Promise." I interlocked my pinky with hers and our thumbs touched one another.

The time at the cafe was well spent. We spoke as if we have been friends forever. We easily got comfortable with one another even considering our circumstances. I really, was thankful for this day. However, I still haven't completed the task I needed to do. This was going to be now, or never.

"Jiyeon-ah..."

"Yes?" She looked up from her drink.

"I was wondering. If there ever is a moment, would you accept me back into your life?"

She looked at me awestruck. Words didn't come out of as she tried to form a sentence. The moments I waited for her answers, the faster I felt myself grow up. Time lingered. What felt like an hour could have only been a minute. Finally...

"Sorry Junhyung. I don't think I will be able to do that yet. Please don't take today was anything serious. I was just trying to keep a friendly atmosphere between B2ST and T-ara. Nothing more, nothing less. I'm sorry if I led you on, but no. That's my answer." With that, she got up from her chair and walked away.

I should've ran after her. I should've screamed after her. Grabbed her wrist and told her not to go, but instead, I sat and watched her leave. I just let my heart sink to the bottom, never trying to get it back to where it belonged. I let Jiyeon, once again, reject me. And, with each rejection, the pain felt stronger. But, I couldn't give up. Jiyeon was my addiction. I couldn't just stop like this. Like quitting smoking, I couldn't quit loving Jiyeon. It was too hard for me.

"When you are willing to come back, do as you please. As for now, I will stand by the sidelines staying a distance far away from you, yet close enough. I will always be supporting and watching you. I will never give up on you. I can't. I won't." I whispered after her before I left the cafe.

Jiyeon's POV

"Aigoo... what was he thinking. Did I lead him on that badly? I didn't mean to." I shook my head disappointedly. How did Junhyung confuse my actions so easily. I thought I made it clear to him before. I didn't want to be in any relationship with him, especially due to the fact I'm with Joon. 

"Does he think I'm that easy to get? One lunch will win me over?" I laughed to my own thoughts. I don't know why, but it made me feel a little happy thinking that he still likes me. Although it doesn't really affect me, it is always nice to know that there is someone who admires you. 

*Ring Ring*

I pulled my phone out my purse to see it was Joon calling. Speak of the devil. I smiled and clicked answer. "Yah! Joon! Where have you been? I've been waiting for you for a while now." I let out a small whine.

"Ah, mianhae. I'm on the way right now. Why did you suddenly call me before though?" He asked.

"Ah... it was nothig really big. I just had lunch with a friend and needed a ride back."

"Why didn't you ask him to take you back to the dorm?" That's where he got me.

"Uh... uh... it's a little bit more complicated than that." I bit onto my tongue hoping he wouldn't ask any more questions. But, of course, luck is never on my side.

"How would it be more complicated?" His voice was more stern. 

I had to think a while before I replied. One word could've caused him to explode. "Aniyo... it wasn't anything big. I just had a misinterpretation. Nothing really big." I let out a nervous chuckle.

"Are you sure that's it?" He was still suspicious.

"Yeah... Oppa! Stop talking and pick me up already. I'm tired of waiting." I used some ageyo in hopes that it may change the discussion.

"Alright. I'm leaving now. I'll try to be quick." He hung up afterwards.

"That was close..." I whispered to myself. I placed my hand on my forehead and sat on the nearest bench. I couldn't believe Joon was that intrigued in such a small manner. I wondered what happened to him all of a sudden. I haven't mentioned anything about Hyuna to him yet... But why does it seem as if he protective over me?

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When Joon stopped in front of CCM's main building, I was about to reach for the door when I felt him stop me. He held onto my wrist tightly. I sensed he was afraid. Of what though? I turned over and faced him. His let of a smile, but his expression showed insecurity. 

"Joon, what's wrong?" I tried to remove my wrist from his hand, but  he just held onto my tighter.

"Jiyeon-ah..." He stared into my eyes. "Jiyeon-ah... you won't ever leave me right?" His eyes were slightly teary. He looked deep into my eyes are if he was searching for an answer.

"Joon... why are you asking so sudden?" I turned my body to completely face him. With my free hand, I gently placed it onto of his. "You know I'd never leave you."

Joon raised his hand and slowly caressed my cheek. He rubbed his thumb back and forth. I closed my eyes and when I least expected it, I felt something on my lips. His lips. They were soft. This was our first kiss. My eyes opened widely as it hit me into realization. I saw his eyes closed, his hands were still gently wrapped around my head and wrist. I felt him slowly push his tongue onto my lips, asking for passage. As I accepted it, I slowly closed my eyes again, enjoying what was happening for the moment.

When we broke away from our kiss, I could hear him pant. I let out a shy smile, as my cheeks turned rosey red. I tried to hide my face from Joon until my cheeks calmed down. On the other hand, Joon was also hiding from me. He faced the ground. When I looked up a little to see if he was watching me, I saw him make a slight smirk. I immeadiately looked away once again.

"Jiyeon-ah..." I heard his voice. I slowly turned around to see his head now picked up. "I love you." 

Those words hit me like a ton of bricks. We casually threw those words out at each other, but for some reason this time, it felt as if there was substance behind it. Hearing him tell me that, it felt as if weights were dropped on my shoulders. I didn't know how to deal with in. Rather than responding to his feelings, I ran out the car and into the building. 

Once I got into the building, I crashed my back onto a wall. I tried to hide myself from Joon's view, but I still secretly watched him. I could see him smirking in his car. He his lips, looked into the building once more, than drove off. I slowly slid my body down the wall and let out a big sigh. I honestly didn't know what happened there.

Why couldn't I respond to his confession?

Why?

Joon's POV

"Yoboseyo! Why are you calling me so suddenly?" The caller caught me unexpectedly.

"Ah, I need to speak to you privately. It's quite important." 

"Of course. I can meet you... where? Do you want to meet at a cafe?" I asked.

"Ani!" They shouted right away. "How about... the bookstore?"

"Alright noona. I'll meet you there. Bye." I hung up the phone. "That was weird." I said to myself. I didn't get why they decided to call me randomly. It wasn't often I would receive a call from them, and surprisingly enough, the day I do, they have important matters to speak to me about. That's not odd at all.

I took my keys and went to the bookstore. When I walked in, I saw her sitting at a desk reading her book silently. I walked up to her and sat opposite of her.

"Hyomin-ah, what did you call me here for?" She slightly jumped when she heard my voice.

"Ah, Joon. You're here." She closed her book and looked at her hands. I heard her take into a deep breath and let out a heavy sigh. "Joon, I don't know if I'm doing the right thing, meeting with you, but to me it feels right." She stared at me.

"Hyomin-ah, what are you trying to say?" My voiced curved slightly. "Are you trying to..."

She cut me off before I could complete my sentence. "Don't get me wrong. It has nothing to do with me, but rather you and Jiyeon." 

The moment I heard Jiyeon's name, my eyes widened. My heart rate increased, my breathing was shortened. "What's wrong with Jiyeon?" I asked in a low tone.

"I don't approve of you with Jiyeon." Hyomin's bold words attacked me like a thousand bullets piercing through my chest. 

It took me a couple of minutes before I could finally reply to her. "Why are you saying this so... so suddenly?" I stared straight into her eyes. "Why are you telling me this now?" My fists were clenched underneath the table.

"I never noticed anything until now. And what I'm noticing, I'm not pleased with. So, please understand where I am coming from... although I may be in no position to tell you what to do, I do only tell you this to keep her safe. Stay away from her." She was about to get up when I pulled her back down to the seat.

"What are you saying?" I growled.

"You... you are ruining her life. Do you even know what is happening to her when you're gone?" Hyomin now was glaring at me.

"What are you saying?" I glared back.

"Hyuna! She has been harassing her because of you. How did  you not know? Only someone ignorant wouldn't notice Jiyeon being attacked constantly!" She screamed. Immeadiately after she apologized. "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have yelled, but are you really trying to tell me you haven't seen anything wrong with her?" 

"No. I've seen nothing." I bluntly responded.

"Well, I guess she's still trying to hide it." She got back up from the table again. When she was about to walk away she looked back at me. "Stay away unless you want her to suffer more." 

With those words, Hyomin was gone. I sat at the bookstore, fists clenched. I needed to go somewhere to exert my anger. I couldn't just knock all the books out of the shelves. So, instead, I tried to breath my anger out. A deep breath in. A deep breath out.

Only moments later, I heard my cell phone ring. When I looked at the caller ID, I saw Jiyeon's name. A worried look came across my face. As I picked up the phone, I tried to act as if nothing has happened only minutes before. But, once she mentioned complications, I couldn't help but become more curious. I kept asking her questions. I could feel I was beginning to get onto her nerves, so I backed down, although I had tons more of questions to ask. Instead, I just left and went to get her from the cafe. 

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Once we made our way back to CCM's building, I couldn't help but become unsure of my relationship now. Why wasn't Jiyeon telling me anything that was happening to her? Was she going to secretly leave me without placing the burden on my shoulders? I began to ask her questions. While speaking to Jiyeon, I couldn't help but keep feeling attracted to her. I wanted her. I need her. She was my energy pill. When she closed her eyes, I knew it was time to take the risk. I leaned in, and before I couldn't even notice, our lips collided. Our kiss felt as if it lasted for hours. I felt everything stories speak about. There was this spark I felt once our lips touched.

Once we broke apart, I suddenly confessed to Jiyeon, once again. This time though, she didn't reply back. Instead, she just ran away. I couldn't help but laugh and chuckle. I had to admit, seeing Jiyeon slightly embarassed, it was cute and it gave me the strength to continue for the moment. However, we aren't done just yet. I will get her when she less expects it again. 

I drove off with a small burst in confidence again. It felt great to be reassured by Jiyeon she wasn't planning on leaving me anytime soon. But, taking in consideration of what I newly learned, it was time for me to have a serious talk. If Hyuna wanted to cause my relationship to end, well... I'm all one for games. I will fight her if I must.

I'm not one to lose.

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A/N: I hope that there are barely any mistakes in this! >___< ;; Well, here's chapter 15. I hope you like it. The drama is about to stir up now! Please continue to anticipate this story.

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