Chapter 16
-The last but not the least question... -the interviewer began, not without a smile, carefully watching the reaction of the person sitting opposite.- How would you comment on the rumours about your engagement to a well-known heiress of the Won family? At the beginning of the year, you were seen together on vacation in Tokyo, and in the last couple of months, your social networks have been filled with photos of a mysterious but obviously very close to your heart girl.. Perhaps you will dispel the main information occasion in our interview and I will be able to congratulate you on your engagement?
-I thought this was an interview with a financial publication?.- grinned Lisa slyly.
-Yes, as you can see, the merger of two such powerful families will change the financial market in the region.- Han So-hee hurriedly explained, fixing her hair and adding with a sly smile.- It will also break millions of hearts and I'm not afraid to admit mine too...
-Out of respect for the Won family, I'll answer your question...- the Thai woman began by undoing the bottom buttons of her jacket, trying to find the right words and not look embarrassed at the camera that was filming her every action.- I've known Chanya Won since I was a child and she's nothing more than a good friend to me... I wish everyone would realize that and stop foolishly speculating about our names for more likes..
-But then who is the girl in your Instagram?.- the interviewer clarified with a raised eyebrow.
-With all due respect, no comment... - remembering the conversation with her girlfriend about the desire to keep their relationship secret, the restaurateur replied with a demonstrative lift of her chin, thus showing her intransigence in her answer.- I would like to keep some part of my life private.... I hope you understand...
-Then we're done with you Ms. Manoban... - Han So-hee stood up from her seat and smiled, not hiding a little disappointment as she showed the cameramen and photographers who were on the shoot that they were done.- Can we take a picture for our social media?
-Not a problem, Ms. Vaughn...- Lisa walked over to the girl and folded her hands behind her back, unable to hide her surprise when she leaned closer to her.
After spending about an hour and a half on checking the financial papers, the Thai woman gave instructions to the manager and hurried home, because not only Jennie and Jasmine were waiting there, but also her parents, and it was dangerous to leave them alone. Stopping at the red light, her mind was already swarming with thoughts of how many embarrassing stories her mother had told her girlfriend or how her father had sarcastically shared about their planned future. As much as she loved her parents sometimes they were too assertive and her biggest fear was that it could scare off Jennie who was most afraid of the extra pressure. However, everything went perfectly as the parents spent the next week in Seoul, deciding not to waste time and get to know their daughter-in-law better, which they proudly announced to everyone who was and was not ready to listen. Much to the couple's surprise, even Kim's mom softened after the dinner that was organized for the whole family spent time with Chitthip and Marco discussing everything that was going on over a glass of wine. After a wonderful family time both girls had to return to the harsh real world, filled with unfairly long hours of work in the studio and restaurant. It was especially hard for Jennie because returning to the stage after a long break is always hard especially knowing the demanding nature of the k-pop industry the three girls had to work twelve to fourteen hours.
-Is it me, or is this the tenth time we've listened to this interview? -Jisoo took a small sip of water and looked at her friend suspiciously.- If you count from the morning.. I think I'm going a little crazy..
- Believe me, it doesn't seem like it's the eleventh time and I'll be able to quote it soon....- Rose threw back her head and took the bottle of water from her beloved's hands.- She's jealous of that girl interviewer, if I'm not mistaken, she looks at Lisa for too long and also came too close during the photo....
-I'm not jealous!.- Jennie shouted overhearing the conversation, turning off the hateful interview without hiding her disdain.- It's just that this girl is being too frivolous! Who goes to an interview in such a revealing dress? Did you see how often she fixes her hair I'll fucking give her a scrunchie so they don't get in the way.! And this picture? It's like she's trying to squeeze into Lisa! I'll personally make sure she never gets a decent interview! No, damn it, I'll--
-Stop! Stop before you talk nonsense.- Jisoo began with a commanding tone in her voice and a steely gaze, realizing that this was the only way to make sense of the whole conversation.- You understand the irrationality of everything, don't you? Lisa is an attractive and quite wealthy girl who keeps her relationship a secret quite obviously for her attention will fight.... Yes, it's unpleasant, but you have to deal with it, is it to keep your relationship safe or do you want everyone to talk about it?
-No, but at times like this you just want to be Jennie who can freely say who she loves...- hiding her face in the palms of her hands said the idol realizing the hopelessness of the situation she found herself in.- Did it really sound so bad?
-I've never seen you so territorial.- Rose smiled back.
-I'm just so scared at the thought of losing her...- sitting down next to her friends, Jennie confessed her fears for the first time, nervously playing with her fingers.- Lisa is so perfect.... No, don't get me wrong, Lisa and I argue and fight, but even when we're both heated, she's never once raised her voice or threatened or walked away during an argument and we've never gone to bed fighting... She's been a real pillar for me and the person I go to for advice. I've never let anyone else get so close to every aspect of who I am. Maybe that's why I'm so afraid of losing her, because then not only would I lose my partner and my friend, but I'd lose someone close to Jasmine. I just can't let that happen.
-I wasn't a fan of your relationship from the beginning, but even then I saw the way this girl looked at you...- Jisoo began with her hand on her friend's knee, trying to choose the right words.- She always makes you both smile... She brings you food to rehearsal, picks you up and brings you back from our recordings, makes sure Sooyeon and you are warmly dressed, puts food on your plate before herself, and many other little things.. It may have taken me a while to realize and accept it, but she's not just right for you, she's perfect for you.. You don't have to fear anything.. It may sound too loud, but she's head over heels in love with both of you.
-Thank you. I needed to hear that...- after a moment of silence, the idol replied with a small smile on her lips.- I guess I just need to tell her about these fears and she will be able to find the right words to calm them down as always....
-So I suggest that we run through the choreography one more time and go home!.- Rose jumped up from the floor, showing the choreographer that they were ready to continue the rehearsal.