Can't believe that we're in 100th story already. Thanks for never tired reading my stories even sometimes the stories are boring and nonsense. I'll still writing Seulrene story but I not sure if I'll continue update on Book of Visual Couple or launch new book with additional couple/ship. I'll inform again once I have final decision. Thanks again my lovely readers

With love, Mulgokizary

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Seulgi walks lazily to his apartment from a convenience store near his neighborhood. He bought snacks and soft drinks because he's too lazy to cook dinner. While walking, he hummed a random song since he's in the greatest mood that time. There are no people walking all the way to the apartment

"Arghh, I'm bored" Seulgi stretched his arms while holding a plastic bag. He can't wait to reach home to eat his favorite food then sleep on his bed

Suddenly someone tapped his shoulder and made him turn around. Two men wearing all black outfits and face masks shocked Seulgi. They pinned him to the wall then covered his nose with a handkerchief. Few seconds later, Seulgi feel his world turn black

...........

"Heydude, wake up!" someone tapped Seulgi's cheek repeatedly and he groaned.His hands were tied to his back and his legs were also the same. He is lying onthe king size bed. When he regains his consciousness, Seulgi scans the placearound him and it looks like a luxury bedroom. He nods slightly as he when hefound out that they not bring him to an abandoned building or unpleasant smellwarehouse

"Where am I?" Seulgi asked the guy who stared at him. He assumed that two of them are his kidnapper since they wear the same black outfit as he saw before he passed out

"Somewhere on earth" one of the guy answer nonchalantly

"I know we're on earth. If we're at the moon we'll float now" Seulgi rolled his eyes. He don't know why he don't feel scare at all when he saw the kidnappers face because they looked like teenagers

"Ayy, stop ask so many questions" the taller guy

Few minutes later, Seulgi asked again "Where are my foods?"

"Why did you ask?"

"I'm hungry" Seulgi pouts

"We ate it already" they said without feeling guilty

"Yah, I'm hungry! Why did you eat my food?" Seulgi whined

"We also hungry" the taller guy said

"I'm hungry" Seulgi rolling on the bed

"Hey, don't roll here and there. Our boss will angry if you hurt" they carry Seulgi back to the middle of the bed

"You have a boss?" Seulgi blinked his eyes few times

"Of course we are. We wouldn't do this if someone doesn't give order to us"

"Ayy, why bother doing something bad like this? Why don't you go to school and study or play with your friends?"

"This is someone order so nothing we can do"

"So you two are not bad kids?" the conversation change to casual talk

"No, we're good boys but someone force us to do this so we have no choice"

Seulgi nods his head "I see, what your name is?"

"I'm Kim Yerim"

"And I'm Park Sooyoung" the kidnappers said

"Okay, I'm Kang Seulgi"

"We know it" Yerim said

"Yeah right, you're kidnappers of course you know me"

"Yerim, let's go out" Sooyoung said after read message on his phone

"Alright"

"Hey, untie me first. My hands feel numb" Seulgi wiggling on the bed like a worm

"No, you might be trying to run away" Sooyoung wink

"No, I promise"

"Still no, bye Seulgi hyung. Good to see you" Yerim and Sooyoung said

"Ayy those kids" Seulgi leans against the headboard and closes his eyes. He want to sleep

However, he heard someone open the door and close it again so he opened his eyes to see who was coming. His eyes almost jumped out of its socket when he saw a woman come towards him. She's so beautiful, has a perfect body, gorgeous and sexy. She walk to the bed with big smile on her face while Seulgi staring at her without blinking

"Yah, stop staring. Pervert!" she said and glared at Seulgi. Her husky voice is so sexy in Seulgi ear

"Sorry" Seulgi lightly chuckle and his cheek turned pink

"Why are you blushing?" she asked sternly and crossed her arms over her chest

"Am I can't blush?"

"You check me out?"

"No, don't dream" Seulgi said and the woman hissed

"What you said?!"

"Nothing"

"I heard you said dream"

"You heard it wrong" Seulgi retort

"Tsk this guy"

"So, you're the boss?"

"Yes, I am" she said proudly

"What do you want from me? Buck? Gold? Car? House?" Seulgi asked

The woman smirk and sit on the bed edge facing Seulgi "I want handsome guy"

"There are a bunch of handsome men out there. Why kidnap me?"

"Because you're the man that I want"

Seulgi pouting "Hm, my friends said Seungwan is handsome than me and Moonbyul"

"Who cares? You're the most handsome for me"

"Hm, I told them but they denied it"

"Tell them what?"

"Tell them that I'm handsome but they don't agree" Seulgi pouts cutely

"Ayy, don't need to force people to say that you're handsome. I'm the one saying it is enough"

"Yeah, right" Seulgi said absentmindedly "Yah! Why were you so cheesy to me? Are you flirting?"

"Because I like you" she winked

"Oh God, is this the way you treat someone you like?" Seulgi pointed his mouth to his strapped leg

"Omo I forgot!" she said and release Seulgi from the tightrope

"Aigoo, feel like heaven now" Seulgi caressed his sore wrist and it redden "See, it leave marks" Seulgi complain

"It'll go away later"

Seulgi tapping Irene's shoulder "Ms. Boss, what is your name?"

"I'm Bae Joohyun but just call me Irene"

"Good name with bad attitude" Seulgi mumble

"I heard it!" Irene slapped Seulgi shoulder

"It is the fact" Seulgi lying casually on the bed with his hands under his head "Why do you kidnap me?"

Irene stared at Seulgi "Because I like you"

"What?" Seulgi sits up quickly

"I like you" Irene admit shyly

"If you like me, why do you do this? Why don't you just come and tell me?"

"Do you think I'm a person without heart and shameless?" Irene glare sharply to Seulgi

"So you want me to make a move first and confess?" Seulgi said and Irene didn't answer

"I don't even know you, why should I like you?" Seulgi add

"I'm sorry if I'm seem desperate but I like you since the day I saw you at charity event last month"

"You're forgiven" Seulgi said "You're weird"

"Why?"

"I don't know, it just looks weird. You like me but you choose to tell me this way. What if those innocent kids are arrested by police and jailed, what will you do? Will you drag me along? Or what if someone saw and followed them here?"

"Everything was planned well so nothing to worry"

"Whatever"

"Are you upset?" Irene asked worriedly

Seulgi answer nonchalantly "I don't know"

"I'm really sorry,Seulgi"

"I want to go home"

"Stay here tonight. It's pretty late. I'll drive you home tomorrow"

"Okay. I'm hungry, do you have something to eat"

Irene nods her head "Let's go to the kitchen. I cooked already"

"Okay" Seulgi follow Irene go to dining room "You have a big house" Seulgi said as they leaved Irene's bedroom

"Yep"

"Who stayed here with you?"

"I'm alone"

"Your family?"

"At California"

Seulgi noticed there are only both of them and he remembered his two kidnappers "Oh, where are the boys earlier?"

"They went home already. The tallest is Park Sooyoung. The shorter is my cousin, Kim Yerim"

"We know each other already"

"You're so friendly"

"I don't have any reason to be scared of them. They look so young for me to scare of" Seulgi sit on the chair while Irene serve food for them

"Eat" Irene command after served foods on the dining table

Seulgi looks at the food one by one and it looks delicious but he is hesitant to eat "Are these edible?"

Irene pinch Seulgi's hand "Of course, I don't put poison inside"

"Okay" both of them eating in silent. Irene happy seeing Seulgi enjoy the foods that she cooked

...................

"Now my tummy is full, I want to sleep. I have a hectic schedule today so I need a good rest. Where is the guest room?" Seulgi asked after changing his clothes to pajamas that Irene gave him. Surprisingly the pajama was fit on his body. He conclude that Irene is his best stalker

"Sleep here" Irene pats the empty side beside her. She also wears the same pair of pajama but hers is pink

"Here? With you?!" Seulgi pointed at the bed

Irene nods her head "Yes, who else?"

"No, we can't sleep together" Seulgi shook his head

"What's wrong with sleeping together?" Irene annoyed by Seulgi attitude

"Because we're stranger plus you're girl so it's so wrong"

"Sleep here or I'll tie you again" Irene gritted her teeth and Seulgi quickly jump to the bed

"Sleep, good night" Irene unhesitant hugging Seulgi from side leaving no gap between them

"Night" Seulgi said lazily. He feels weird but happy

'This person is so bold, luckily I'm not a pervert like Seungwan' he thought. He doesn't bother to push Irene away and just enjoys her warmth. Who doesn't want to be hugged by a beautiful girl like Irene? Seulgi smile while staring at Irene's sleeping face. He felt Irene tighten her hug on his torso

...............

Irene opens her eyes when she feels sunshine through the curtain gap. She immediately smiles when she feel strong arm hugging her tightly. There is still no gap between them and she can feel Seulgi warm breaths. She enjoying Seulgi warm embrace

"I'll make you love me, my man. I love you" Irene said inaudibly

"Seulgi, wake up" Irene tapped Seulgi chest softly but the sleepyhead guy don't move a bit

"Kang Seulgi, wake up. Morning already. You didn't go to the office today?" she try again and Seulgi finally give response

"Five minutes" Seulgi turn around, back facing Irene

"Yah, you turn your back to me?! Wake up now!" Irene lost patience

"I'm sleepy" Seulgi said while his eyes still close

"Aish, just sleep there" Irene gives up and goes to the bathroom to shower. After wash up, she prepare breakfast for them

...............

30 minutes later, breakfast is ready and she goes to the bedroom again. Seulgi is still sleeping soundly

"Hey wake up" Irene removed the comforter and sit on the bed edge

"Em" Seulgi sits down and rubs his eyes. Irene thinks it's cute. She controls herself from kissing Seulgi

"Wash up now then we have breakfast. I already prepare your clothes" Irene speak softly

"Okay" Seulgi said and goes to bathroom while Irene return to the kitchen

After 15 minutes, Seulgi is ready and they have breakfast

"You must drive me back after this" Seulgi said

"Why so early?" Irene pouts

"I need to work and my phone is still at home. My friends must be worry because I not answering their calls and text"

"Hm, okay"

................

Irene pulled off at basement car park at Seulgi apartment

"I'll go with you" she said after turn off her car engine

"Okay, let go," Seulgi said and they got out of the car. They ride the elevator to the 22nd floor. Seulgi's apartment unit is number 210. Irene take note everything in her mind

"Comein," Seulgi said as he unlocked the door. Seulgi change his clothes whileIrene sit on living room

"Clean and tidy" Irene said when she saw everything is arranged well and not messy

Seulgi came back from his bedroom and grabbed his phone on the table. He sits on the couch beside Irene while checking his phone seriously

"Why so serious?" Irene asked

"Work again" Seulgi said and pressed his phone to his ear. "Hello Wan, did you send a cleaning service to clean my apartment earlier? ...yes, thank you...oh, I slept over at my friend's house last night and forgot my phone since I bumped into them at a convenience store...okay, see you later. Bye Wan" after that Seulgi go to the kitchen and come back with two glass of orange juice for them

"Are you alone here?" Irene asked

"Yes"

"Where is your family?"

"Somewhere on earth" Irene smack Seulgi arm when he answer it playfully

"Yah, what with that smack?" Seulgi rubbed his arm

"I seriously asking you"

"I won't explain myself to stranger"

"Am I still a stranger to you?" Irene pouts cutely

"Of course"

"I thought we're close now since we sleep together last night"

"That is because you force me to sleep with you not I myself want it" Seulgi rolled his eyes

Irene pout change to bright smile "But you hug me tightly this morning"

"That is under consciousness"

"You're not fun" Irene puffed her cheek

"So you kidnap me just to have fun?" Seulgi stared at Irene firmly

"No, I kidnap you because I like you so much"

"I'm not in mood to like someone now"

"I'll make you like me as much as I like and love you" Irene said confidently

Seulgi shrugged his shoulder "No comment"

"Give me your phone" Irene said thenSeulgi give his phone

Irene added her number to Seulgi contact list and named it 'Baeby' and did the same to Seulgi number on her phone and named it as 'FutureHubby'. She also transferred her pictures to Seulgi phone and set as his phone wallpaper

"Hereyou go" she gives the phone back to its owner. Seulgi shocked when hechecks his phone

"Hey, what have you done to my phone?" Seulgi show his phone screen to the grinning Irene

"To remind you that I'm yours and don't dare to change the wallpaper. I'll kidnap you again if I know you change what I made there. I won't return you back" Irene warned seriously

"This will be breaking news if my friends see it" Seulgi sighs. He confuse why he is obey to Irene

"Oh, I want to meet your friends too"

"I don't have many friends"

"I don't care"

"I'll think about it"

"Thank you!" Irene squealed and pinched Seulgi cheek

"Overexcited"

"I always happy when I think about you or when I saw you"

"Hm, whatever"

"My daily routine after this is I'll call you every morning, afternoon and night. I'll wake you up, remind you your lunch and talk with you before sleep"

"You don't need to do that" Seulgi rubbed his face

"I'll do that no matter what. Don't turn off your phone or I'll come here to hunt you"

"Arghh, why am I so lost to you?" Seulgi groan and grabbed his hair

"That's mean you slowly accept my presence around you" Irene giggle

After spending almost one hour at Seulgi's apartment, Irene excuses herself to go back but not before she pecks Seulgi's cheek and gives him a quick hug. Seulgi is lazy to argue so he just let Irene do whatever she want

.............

As Irene leaves the apartment unit, the elevator door opens. Someone comes out of the elevator and walks to Seulgi's unit. He stared weirdly at Irene while she gave him a gorgeous smile. He seems so shocked seeing her presence at that place. While waiting for the elevator, Irene saw that guy enter Seulgi's apartment after pressing the pass code. She assume that he's someone so close to Seulgi because he know the passcode to Seulgi's place

Seulgi read a document on his iPad when he heard someone enter. He know that will not be Irene because that girl don't know his pass code

"Seulgi" the visitor call Seulgi name

"Wan, I'm here" Seulgi said

Seungwan jogged to the living room and sat on the armchair "Hey dude, who is the girl that just left your apartment? I bump into her at the hallway"

Seulgi sighs as his secret was found so fast "She is Irene Bae, managing director of Brighter than Jewel"

"Wow, she's the owner of the most popular jewelers company in Asia?" Seungwan eyes widened

"Yeah, she is" Seulgi nods his head

"Fuhh, I don't know that you're close with her" Seungwan shook his head and proud

"You don't have any idea how I got to know her. I don't want to tell you about it. Let it be my secret"

"Okay but she's pretty sexy and matches well with you. Well, you know that you're the owner of KSG SECURITY SERVICE, the most sought after security's company in Asia while she is in the top five young businesswomen from our country. I'll strongly agree if you date her. You two will become a visual couple" Seungwan stated proudly

"Don't act like you don't know my life history" Seulgi rolled his eyes

"I know but not everyone have same perception on your situation"

"Hm, I don't want to talk about it. Let talk about the document that you send earlier"

"Alright" they talk about work since Seungwan is Seulgi's private secretary slashed his best friend

................

As Irene said, she'll call Seulgi three times a day and right now Seulgi received phone call from Irene

"Hello future hubby" – Irene

"Hi" – Seulgi

"Why do you sound tired?" – Irene

"I just finished meeting with my staff" – Seulgi

"Oh, have you had lunch already?" – Irene

"No yet" – Seulgi

"Yah, it's past lunch time already!" – Irene

"I'm lazy to go for lunch" – Seulgi

"I'll go to your office now and drag you out for lunch" – Irene

"I don't have mood to go out" – Seulgi

"Okay, I'll buy lunch for you" – Irene

"It's okay, I can ask my secretary to buy for me" – Seulgi

"No, I'll go to see you. I'm around your area now" – Irene

"Okay then, see you later" – Seulgi

"Alright" – Irene

Irene hung up then Seulgi tossed his phone to the couch. He read the document that Seungwan gave him earlier. Even though nowadays not much serious issue but it's a bit tiring for him. Half an hour later, Irene show up at his office and Seungwan open it for her

"You may enter, ma'am" Seungwan said after Seulgi nods to him

Irene sits on the couch and put the plastic bag on the table "Are you ok?" she asked concerned

"I'm okay, just a little bit tired" Seulgi massaged his nose bridge. Irene looking at Seulgi worriedly

Someone knocked on the door, distracting them "Come in" Seulgi said and a man in black suit enter "Yes Chief Moon?"

"Sir, this is report for this month" the man that called Chief Moon show the file that he brought

"Put it on my table"

"Okay sir"

"Chief Moon, call Chief Son to come in" Seulgi order

"Okay sir, excuse me"

Few second later, Seungwan come in "Yes sir"

"Do I have any appointments after this?"

"No sir, you're free after this"

"Alright, don't let anyone disturb me. I need rest. My head hurts"

"Noted sir"

"You can go now" Seungwan leave after bow to his boss

"Are you really fine? Don't lie to me, I'm worried sick" Irene cupped Seulgi face

Seulgi sigh "A little bit dizzy, too tired I think"

"Take enough rest after this, okay?"

"Okay"

"Call me if you need something at home later"

"Don't worry. Seungwan can do it for me" Seulgi lean against the couch

"Don't trouble him. Remember, I always here for you"

"Alright" Seulgi said because he know he can't win that conversation

"Now eat your food" Irene takes out the food pack. Seulgi sit properly, get ready to eat "You need help to feed you?"

"No"

"Alright" Seulgi eat his food

After finishing the food, Irene decided to leave to let Seulgi rest in his office. She peck Seulgi cheek before leaving

"Mr. Son?" Irene said as she walk out of Seulgi's office

"Yes Ms. Bae?" Seungwan smiled politely. They know each other since Irene come over few times

"Can you do me a favor?"

"Sure, anything for you"

"Take care of Mr. Kang for me. He looked not really well. Please drive him home if he still dizzy"

"Sure Ms. Bae, I'll do it for you"

"Thanks Mr. Son"

"Let me walk you down" Seungwan said

"Sure" both of them walk to the elevator

"Ms. Bae" Seungwan broke the silence

"Yup"

"Thanks for taking care of our boss. He's workaholic and barely care about himself especially his health"

"My pleasure" Irene smile

"All this while no one really care about him since he not allow anyone interfere at his personal life besides me and Chief Moon Byulyi also our female friends who really close to us since then"

"He doesn't have a lover or family?" Irene frown

"I'm sorry, Ms. Bae but I can't talk more about it. He'll be mad if he knows I spill out about his personal life"

"Okay then" Irene nods "By the way just call me Irene. Don't need to call me Ms. Bae. We're not boss and staff"

"I'm sorry but our boss is so strict in this building but outside, I'll call you by your name. I heard that you're older than me so...noona" Seungwan grin

"He's really something, huh?" Irene chuckled

"Yeah, you'll know more about him from time to time"

"Yes, I think so" both of them giggle

.................

Seulgi and Irene have dinner together at Irene's house. This time Seulgi does not give too many excuses when Irene calls him to come over. He immediately goes to Irene's house after working since he knows Irene already prepares clothes for him. He doesn't know how Irene could buy so many clothes for him without asking about his size. Magically those clothes are fit on his body and suit his preference

"Do you have guard when you go somewhere?" Seulgi asked. Now they laze on the couch, watching daily news

Irene shakes her head "No, I never hire a bodyguard. It's irritating me"

"But safety is important"

"I always feel safe wherever I go" Irene said "Why do you suddenly talk about this matter?"

"I want you to have bodyguard" Seulgi stated

"Why? I don't want" Irene wave her hand in front of Seulgi

"You have to" Seulgi said in seriousness

"No!"

"But I want to keep you safe"

"Seulgi, no. I don't need them. I don't have any enemy"

"Okay, suit yourself" Seulgi gives in

Irene look at her laps and play with her fingers "I'm sorry"

"It's okay" they just stay silent "I want to go home" Seulgi said and stand up

Irene grasped Seulgi wrist "Sleep here"

"No, I don't want" Seulgi yanks her hand and walk away

Irene quickly goes after Seulgi and hugs him from behind "Seulgi, are you upset?"

"No"

"Sleep here with me"

"No" Seulgi remove Irene's hands from his waist

"You said you not upset but you push me away"

"I never push or pull you"

"Seulgi, please" Irene moved and faced Seulgi "Okay, I'll listen to you. Don't sulk okay?"

"Just so you know, I hate stubborn people" Seulgi said seriously

"Okay, I'll not stubborn anymore" Irene said

"Good"

"Let's go to the bedroom" Irene said and held Seulgi's hand along the way to the bedroom.

They change to a couple pajamas. Both of them resting, leaning against the headboard. Irene scooted closer to Seulgi and wrapped Seulgi's arm around her shoulder. She hugged Seulgi waist and snuggle to his neck

"Do you love me?" Seulgi asked

"I don't know what word to describe how much I love you"

"What makes you so in love with me?"

"I have fallen for you since the day I saw you at a charity event for old folks and single mothers last month. I like your charming smile, your kindness and everything about you. As I getting curious, I hire private investigator to investigate you"

"I see"

"Don't you feel the same? It has been two months since we know each other" Irene looked up to Seulgi face

"You're my best friend and my caretaker" say Seulgi

"Seulgi!" Irene pinch Seulgi tummy

"I told the truth"

"Do I need to work extra hard to reach your heart?"

"I don't know but I remind you, don't fall so hard for me. I don't want you to regret it someday"

"Why?" Irene creased her eyebrows

"Sooner or later you'll know it"

"I don't want to care about anything. All I know is I love you and I want to have you. Whoever stand on my way, I'll get rid of them" Seulgi chuckled hearing that "I'm serious, don't laugh"

"You're funny" Seulgi said thenIrene punch his chest

"I love you every single day. Remember it wherever you go" Irene kissed Seulgi cheek

"Cheesy" Seulgi chuckle

"Just for you, future hubby" Irene said happily and they giggles

"Drive me to office tomorrow" Irene said

"Am I your driver now?" Seulgi joking

"It is part of your training before you become my boyfriend"

"Okay but we'll stop at my apartment for a while. I need to change my clothes"

"Alright"

"Let sleep, I'm tired" Seulgi yawns

"Alright" Irene pulled comforter for them "Good night Mr. Kang" she kissed Seulgi's forehead

"Good night kidnapper" Irene pinch Seulgi waist and he whined

...............

Irene and her secretary, JennieKim go to KSG SECURITY headquarter to discuss Irene's personal bodyguard. Sooyoung and Yerim also go with them as Seulgi ordered

"Noona, where is Seulgi hyung?" Sooyoung asked. They waiting for the boss at the couch that provide outside of Seulgi's office

"He told us to wait for a while. He's on the way here"

"Okay"

Fewminutes later, Seulgi arrived followed by Seungwan. Both of them wearingmatching color suit

[Seungwan]

[Seulgi]

"Hello, sorry we're late" Seungwan said on behalf of his boss while Seulgi focus on his phone

"No problem Chief Son. We also just arrived" Irene said

"Please wait for a while, we have something to discuss. Just few minutes"

"Sure"

"Sir" Seungwan said and they walk to Seulgi's office

"Noona, why did he seem so arrogant?" Yerim asked confusedly

"No, that's just his behavior when he's here. You two know he's friendly but he's strict when working so don't play around"

"Noted noona"

"Unnie, both of them wearing matching suits. So sweet" Jennie cackle

Irene also show the same reaction "Seulgi said he and Seungwan received suit from sponsors so they often wearing matching outfit but they sometime make improvise so people not mistaken them as gay couple" all of them laughing

"Instead of gay, they looked like non-identical twin" say Sooyoung

"True, they only few days different from each other so they practically twin by heart"

Seulgi and Seungwan get out of his office "Let's go to Kwangya" Seulgi said

"Okay sir" they follow Seulgi and Seungwan to the elevator. Seungwan scan his card and the elevator go downwards

They arrive at the floor that looks like a mirror room and walk through the hallway. Later,they enter a room that looks like a small meeting room with a long table in the middle of the room. The room is filled with the latest and modern devices. It's rare to find a place like that or not exist at all. Everyone amazed seeing that room for the first time

"Chief Son, call Chief Moon to come with Team Leader Manoban and Team Leader Park" Seulgi order

"Okay sir" Seungwan made a phone call. Five minutes later, three staff in black suit come

"Welcome to Kwangya. For your information, this is my private meeting room. Out of all the people in this world, only four of them have access to this place" Seulgi paused "As you all informed, I asked you all to come and arrange a bodyguard for safety reasons. Since all of you are people that I know, your safety is my priority" the guest nods

"ChiefMoon"

"Yes sir"

"Choose four of our agents to escort Mr. Park and Mr. Kim wherever they go within 100m range. Two for Mr. Park Sooyoung. Two for Mr. Kim Yerim"

"Noted sir"

"Team leader Manoban and Team leader Park"

"Yes sir" Roseanne and Lisa said

"Starting from tomorrow, both of you will become Ms. Irene Bae's personal bodyguard. Follow her wherever she goes and we'll arrange a team of our elite force to follow you all within 200m range"

"Noted sir"

"Is everything clear?"

"Yes sir" Moonbyul, Roseanne and Lisa said

"Good" Seulgi turned to his visitors "Starting from tomorrow, my agents will follow you all everywhere so get used to it. This is Chief Moon Byulyi. He's head of special task force" Moonbyul bowed politely

Seulgi added "This is Chief Son Seungwan, my private secretary. If you all want to meet me, inform him first. Go through him before you meet me. In case you can't reach him, contact Chief Moon because he's my bodyguard"

"Okay sir"

"These female agents are Lalisa Manoban andRoseanne Park. They are my trusted female agent and the most sought after female bodyguard" Lisa and Roseanne bowed

"I hope everyone can work together and give good cooperation because this is for everyone's safety" Seulgi said. After said few discussion, they dismiss

.............

As Seulgi promised before, he'll bring Irene to meet his friends. TonightIrene comes to the café where they promise to meet. Her bodyguards didn't follow her because they need to meet someone

Seulgi arrived after a few minutes Irene coming "Am I late?"

"No, I just arrived a few minutes ago" Irene smiled sweetly "So, where are your friends?" Irene asking after Seulgi sit beside her

"They are on their way. Maybe arrive in few minutes"

"Hello"

"Hey bro, have a seat" Seulgi said and Seungwan sit on the chair across to Seulgi

"He's your best friend?" Irene looking at Seulgi then to Seungwan

"He is one of them" Seungwan grin

Few minutes later, Moonbyul arrive and again Irene looking at them confusedly

"Hello Irene noona" Moonbyul mischievously waving his hands

"Hello" Irene wave back

"Moonbyul hyung is also my best friend" Seulgi patted Moonbyul shoulder "Hyung, your wife not coming?"

"Solar is going to Apgujeong today to meet her client and will arrive late so she can't come. She said next time she will join us" say Moonbyul

"No problem. Rene, Byul hyung is married to Solar noona. Her wife is a wedding planner so she is sometimes super busy meeting her client. You can meet Solar noona when she is free. Noona is same age as you"

"Oh I see"

"Oppa, sorry we're late" Irene heard the familiar voice behind her and she look over her shoulder

"It's okay, have a seat" Seulgi say to his friends "Rene,Lisa and Roseanne are my only female best friends"

"Okay" Irene nods her head

"All of them are my best friends outside of KSG SECURITY building"

"I see. Nice to meet you all. I thought Seulgi's friends are someone I not familiar with but it's good that we meet each other before this so it's not awkward" Irene say

"Nice to meet you too, noona/unnie" everyone chirped

They're joking a lot while having their foods.Irene has fun meeting Seulgi's friends. She never imagine that they are dorky despite their serious image when working

"Thanks Seulgi, I'm having fun today" Irene said when Seulgi walked her to her car. She hugging Seulgi's arm as they walking

"You're welcome. You don't expect that will be them, right?"

"Not at all" Irene giggle

"They're the people who understand me a lot and know more about me. All of them are my family"

"I am usually not good at meeting new people. I'm thankful that I knew them already so it's not awkward"

"That's good then"

They arrive in front ofIrene's car "Drive carefully" Seulgi said

"You too. Goodnight" Irene peck Seulgi cheek

"Goodnight Irene" Seulgi blushed as he got kissed on public

"I'll miss you"

"Okay"

"Call me before you sleep"

"What if I don't want to?" Seulgi joking

"You'll see me in front of your door early in the morning tomorrow" Irene narrowed her eyes

Seulgi laughed "Okay ma'am, I'll call you later"

"Good. Got to go now"

"Alright" Seulgi close the door for Irene and he signal his men to go after Irene

.................

Seulgi reviewing some paperwork in the living room. Suddenly, his phone ringing distract him. He pressed the phone to his ear

"I'm at basement car park now" the caller said

"Okay, come here" he said and pressed the green button to give permission for the visitor to come to his place. The security at his apartment is so tight and he has a private elevator since he owned the penthouse.

Doorbell ringing and he goes to open the door

"Hello future hubby" Irene beam and waving happily

"Come in" Irene enter after the apartment owner open the door for her

"I thought you have something to do today" Seulgi said

"Just a short meeting with my designers. I came straight here after my meeting ended. Miss me already?" Irene pokes Seulgi cheek

"Not at all" Seulgi said while staring at his laptop

"Sometimes words not match with mind"

"I'm telling the truth"

"Alright, you win" Irene shrugged her shoulder "Are you busy?"

"Not really. Just doing some work to kill my boredom"

"Kang Seulgi" Irene lean her back at the couch

"What?" Seulgi turned off his laptop

"Tell me more about you. You already know everything about me. I need to know you too"

"You really want to know about me?" Seulgi also lean his back against the couch

"Of course" Irene said enthusiastically

"Okay, I'll tell you about myself"

"Yes!" Irene cheer excitedly

"After that if you want to leave me, you can go"

Irene puzzled "Why do you say that?"

"Because every woman who know about me will leave me after that"

"Every people have different thought, you know" Irene said annoyingly

Seulgi shrugs "Okay"

"Tell me"

"When I'm 17 years old, some people created rumors about me. I was accused sexually harassed one of the students at our school, resulting that kid depress and almost commit suicide. I knew nothing when that rumor spread because my team and I went to a basketball tournament at Hwaseong. My parents are very angry. They scold me. My cheeks were slapped by my father. He hit me without mercy. My mom said I only bring shame to the family. I told them I don't know anything but they don't believe me. They hate me so much because of that allegation. They kicked me out of our family. I was not given a chance to prove the allegation is fake. Next day I was also banned from school. No one believed me that time. I felt my life useless"

"When I went around aimlessly looking for shelter,Moonbyul hyung and Seungwan found me. They brought me to their apartment. Both of them know me because we play for the division team together. I told them about my problem and they believe me. They know that I'm innocent. We stuck together until now. I go to work while they go to school as usual. Few months later, I go to our house with hope my parents will trust me and take me back but what shocking me is, they move to other country and leave me behind"

"Last time I saw my sister was when she visited Seoul with her friends. I'm happy to see her but she avoids me. I missed her so much but I can't even have a word with her. Since that time, I have continued my life and worked hard. I build my business with the money that I save since I start working. Few years after my business began, I pursued my studies. I let Seungwan and Moonbyul manage the company for me when I focus on studying. I got my master degree two years ago. Right now I'm afraid to love anyone because I hurt so much because of someone I loved. I'm not a good guy" Seulgi rubbed his face and heaved heavy sigh "You should think twice before choose to love me deeper"

Seulgi stop talking and he heard Irene sobbing "Irene, why are you crying?" he panic

Irene hugged Seulgi tightly and cries on his shoulder "Are you okay?" he asked softly and caressed Irene back

"Your...your life is so sad. I never think something like this happen to you" Irene said under her sob

"Yeah, I also never expect my life will be this hell but thankful I can live my life well even my family is not beside me" Seulgi comfort the crying girl

"You're strong man"

"I think I am" Seulgi chuckled. "What is your decision?"

Irene pulled back and wiped her tears with tissue "What decision?"

"You'll leave me too, don't you?"

"I'll leave you if I stop breathing but I'll wait until we together again up there" Irene said honestly

"I don't really care if anyone wants to leave me. I used to leave by people I love" Seulgi sighs

Irene cupped Seulgi's face and stared deeply into his eyes "I'm not one of them. I'm Irene Bae and I am always there for you every single day. I love you so much Seulgi and leaving you because of nonsense reasons is the last thing I want to do. Let me love you. Don't push me away from your life. Since I fell for you, I never thought of meeting another man. I choose to be single forever if I can't have you but not before I fight for your love. Maybe I seem desperate but this is me, I never give up before fight for something I think as mine"

"Beautiful kidnapper talking a lot" Seulgi shook his head and smile slightly

"Just to assure ..." Seulgi cut Irene words with kiss on her lips

"You talk too much" Seulgi said after the kiss while Irene froze on her seat. She can't believe Seulgi will kiss her on the lips. Usually she need to force him to kiss her cheek or forehead

"Hello~" Seulgi wave his hand and Irene startled

"You...you steal my kiss?" Irene asked

"What's wrong with that? You kidnap me and I don't say anything about it" Seulgi said innocently

Irene punched Seulgi's chest with her small fist "I was just surprised, you know. You said you don't like me but you kiss me"

"I don't like you but...I love you" Seulgi smile cutely

"Pardon" Irene blink her eyes

Seulgi lean closer to Irene "I said I love you"

"I'm not dreaming, right?" Irene face flushed red and she's so happy

"Of course you're not dreaming"

"If this is a dream, don't wake me up" Irene fanning her blushing face

"No, you're not dreaming. I really love you" Seulgi cupped Irene face and caressed it with his thumbs

"Glad to hear that"

"Be my girlfriend, Bae Joohyun" Seulgi stare into Irene eyes

"You know my answer" Irene said and hugged Seulgi "I love you hubby. I'm waiting for this day so long"

Seulgi returned the hug and patted Irene's back "I love you too. It's worth it, right?"

"Yeah, I know you'll love me as I do" Irene prop her chin on Seulgi shoulder

"I know you know it" Seulgi kissed Irene temple. He moved to break the hug but Irene tightened her embrace "Why baby?"

"I still want to hug you"

"Don't you always hug me when sleeping?"

"But not every night. I missed your embrace. You haven't slept at my house since last week. You're very busy and letting me sleep alone" Irene baby talk with Seulgi

"I'm sorry, baby. I missed you too" Seulgi's wordIrene smile. Nothing she could ask for when she finally had Seulgi and Seulgi hold her in his arms like this. Her life is blissful with Seulgi by her side

..............

"Baby, I have interview for magazine tomorrow at the restaurant near my building" Seulgi said when they have breakfast

"I'll go with you" Irene spread strawberry jam on the toast then give it to Seulgi

"You don't have anything to do tomorrow?"

"No, I'm free"

"Alright, eat faster then we'll go somewhere after this"

"Where?"

"Surprise~" Seulgi wiggle his eyebrows "You'll know when we get there"

"Whatever" Irene rolled her eyes

...................

Afterbreakfast, Seulgi drives them to the secret place according to Seulgi. Afterone hour driving, they arrive in front of a big house. Irene wonder whose houseis that

"Whose house is this, baby?" Irene asked after they get out of the car

"This is my house" Seulgi smile contently

"Your house?" Irene frown

"Yes, let go" Seulgi hold Irene hand and they go inside the house "Welcome my house~"

"Wow, your house is beautiful" Irene said in awe "Why do you not stay here?"

"This house is so big for me, that's why I don't want to stay here. It's boring staying in this big house alone. I just come here once a month or when I need healing"

"Wow, it's a waste that you build this house but leave it empty" they walk to the living room. The house interior is very beautiful

"I hope we can stay together here one day" Seulgi stated suddenly

"What?"

"I wish I can stay here with you one day. Do you like this house?"

"Of course I like it. Thank you for including me in your future" Irene smile flashing her beautiful smile

"My wish is to spend my life in this house with someone I love and my beautiful kids. Now that I met you so it's you who will grow old with me in this house" Seulgi tuck Irene hair strands behind her ear

"I would like too" Irene said and they kissed each other on lips

"Tonight we will sleep here, in our house. Let explore the house" Seulgi said after pulled away from the kiss

"Let's go" both of them walk around the big house.Irene is impressed by the house decoration. It's so modern and elegant. Seulgi have a good taste in choosing the decoration for his house

...............

It has been five months since they started dating. Seulgi's friends are happy because he finally found his true love. He's so cheerful and lively since the day he dating Irene

Seulgiskipped to Irene's office to pick up his girlfriend for lunch. Everyone bowedto him. He was satisfied when he saw his men scattered around the building.Since they're dating, the security of the building improved because Seulgiplant his guards there to ensure his girlfriend safety

"Good afternoon, Mr. Kang" the staff greeted Seulgi. He's friendly with the staff in the building

"Good afternoon. Have a good day" Seulgi reply with big smile

"You too, Mr. Kang" Seulgi waved for last time before enter the elevator

"Who is that?" the new female staff asked one of her colleague

"He is Mr. Kang Seulgi, Ms. Irene's boyfriend" Karina, one of them said

"Aeri unnie, you'll see him around almost every day with our boss either to drive her here or pick her up for lunch or go home together. They're so sweet to each other" Minjeong said dreamily

"He's good man and friendly" Ningning added

"What is his profession?" Aeri asked curiously

"He's the owner of KSG SECURITY. The biggest security company in the country. The female and male bodyguards around here are his staff" Ningning said

"I see"

"Aigoo, where are Yeji and Ryujin? Why do they take too long?" Karina said as she's too hungry

"Maybe still have something to do" Aeri said

Two girls jogged to them with huge smile "Sorry girls, we're late" the one who named Ryujin said

"What took you two so long?" Minjeong asked

"We bump into boss and Mr. Kang at hallway then talked with them" Yeji said happily

"You know what? Ms. Irene treated us to lunch. She said we can order anything we want at the cafeteria, she'll pay for us. She's happy with our team proposal and singing praising us" Ryujin chirped

"Wow, we did it again" Karina cheered since she's their team leader

"Giselle, boss said she include you in our team" Yeji said to Giselle since that was her English name

"Wow, it's my honor joining the best designer team" Giselle smile widely

"Let grabbed our lunch" Ningning said and everyone go to the cafeteria

.................

Seulgi and Irene back from the restaurant after having lunch. Seulgi somehow curious about something

"Baby"

"Yes love" Irene looking at Seulgi

"I curious about something"

"What is it?"

"When we talked with Yeji and Ryujin earlier, you mentioned someone named Giselle Kang, right?"

"Yes, why?"

"Giselle Kang as in Kang Aeri?"

Irene nods "Em, yes. Do you know her?"

"If she's Giselle Kang or Kang Aeri, she might be my sister" Seulgi said

"What? Is it true?" Irene eyes widened

"Yes, my sister's name is Kang Aeri. Giselle is her English name"

"Oh I see, she just joined my company last month. She's from LA. Could it be that she's your sister?"

"I think so. They may be stayed in my mom's hometown after leaving South Korea so it possible because my mom is from LA"

"I'll interrogate her later then I'll inform you"

"Okay honey"

................

Irene call Giselle to her office with intention to ask the new girl about Seulgi

"I want to ask you something. This things is not related to office matter but I hope you can be honest to me" Irene said

"Sure ma'am" Giselle said

"Do you know this guy?" Irene showed Seulgi's picture that was on her desk. Giselle look at the picture and she looked confused

"I don't know" Giselle put the picture back to the desk

"Your instinct can't tell?" Giselle shook her head "His name is Kang Seulgi"

"Kang Seulgi?" Giselle getting puzzle

"My English name is Sean Kang. Do you really don't know him?" Irene rubbed her chin

Giselle sighs heavily "Sean Kang, I know him. He's my brother. I just forgot his Korean name because back then we addressed each other with English names. He also changed a lot that make me hard to recognize him"

"I think you know that he's my boyfriend. My staff knew about us and I'm sure your friends told you about it" Giselle nods her head "Sorry to say this but I know everything happened to your family. What I want to say here is if one day he wants to see you, will you meet him?"

"..." Giselle not answer her boss

"Give him a chance to talk to you at least once. He missed you badly. He really wants to see you even just for a while. Just five minutes won't hurt if you don't want to talk long"

"Okay, I'll see him" Giselle said

"Good, I'll arrange your meeting with him soon. You can go now"

"Okay ma'am" Giselle bowed before leave the office

Irene fished her phone from her handbag and called her boyfriend. Few second later, Seulgi picked it up

"Hello honey" – Irene

"Hello baby, miss me already?" – Seulgi

"Yes, I miss you so much" – Irene

"I missed you too" – Seulgi

"Babe, I talked with Giselle just now" – Irene

"How is it?" – Seulgi

"She don't recognize you" – Irene

"I think I'm really handsome now that why my sister don't recognize me" – Seulgi

"Honey!" – Irene

"Sorry honey, continue" – Seulgi

"I say your name but she still puzzle then I mention your English name and she recognize you" – Irene

"Hm, I use my Korean name after I start my new life, that's why she doesn't know me. At home mom and dad address us with English name" – Seulgi

"I told her that I'll arrange your meeting with her in the coming few days. When you'll free?" – Irene

"This Thursday at KSG SECURITY rooftop on 3 PM" – Seulgi

"Okay, I'll bring her to see you" – Irene

"Alright big boss" – Seulgi

"Need to hang up now. Bye boss Kang. I love you" – Irene

"Bye boss Baeby, I love you too" – Seulgi

..............

On Thursday, Irene andGiselle go to the KSG building to meet Seulgi. They ride an elevator to the rooftop garden. Giselle is so nervous all the way to her brother since it is the first time they meet after almost 15 years. Both of them arrive at the rooftop and Seulgi is already sitting on the bench waiting for them. He immediately approach Irene and give her quick hug

"Sorry we're late" say Irene

"It's okay, baeby"

"I leave both of you here. See you at your office"

"Alright" Irene leaving the sibling at the rooftop

................

Seulgi is alone with Giselle right now. It feel so awkward even both of them are siblings. They haven't meet for a very long time so it not rare if they awkward around each other

"How are you?" Seulgi initiated their talk

"I'm fine" Giselle answer faintly

"How are your parents?"

Giselle closed her eyes and say "Mom and dad are fine too"

"Where did you all disappear all this time?" Seulgi stared at his sister

"We moved to LA"

"Why don't you tell me before you guys move? If you can't tell me when you leave, at least the day we bump into each other you can tell me. You also hate me, huh?" Seulgi chuckled

Giselle finally has courage to look at her brother "I'm sorry but dad and mom choose to not tell you. I can do nothing but obey them. You know how old I was when that incident happened. I don't have chance to say my thoughts"

Seulgi scoffs "After this tell them that they win the game. I suffered a lot after they kicked me out of the house. Thank to them because if they not dumped me, I won't have this company and I maybe not meet with my future wife"

"I'm sorry for not talking to you when we bump into each other in Japan a few years ago. I don't know how to approach you after what happened in our family" Giselle eyes teary but Seulgi ignored it

"I don't want to talk about the past anymore. Now I want to focus on my future with Irene and my company. Both are the precious things I ever have after I lost all of you"

"I'm sorry for everything on mom and dad behalf" Giselle sobbing

"I forgive you all a long time ago but I'll never forget what they did to me. I lost my family and my education in the blink of an eye. As your dad said, I'm useless and just embarrassing them. Now I want to tell you that today I declare we're strangers. I'm not the Sean Kang that you all used to know. I'm Kang Seulgi and I have never had parents and sister. I cut connection with all of you. Tell this to your mom and dad also says my last hi to them" Seulgi said in serious manner

"I know we deserve this from you. I won't be against your decision. I know Irene-ssi can make you happy. She's a good woman after all. I hope you are happy with your new life. Thanks for being my brother even just for a short while. Seriously, I missed you so much but now the pain heals because I can always see you around me even if I can't go to you. Your forgiveness is enough for me. I promise I'll take care of myself as you always said to me before. I'll be strong because there is no one else to protect me. I'll be a good girl like you wished for my 12th birthday. Live your life well and take care of yourself. No matter what happens, you'll always be my brother. I love you, oppa" Giselle crying and she leave the rooftop

Seulgi feels sorry for his sister but he won't take back his words. He's hurt enough because of them. His heart is bleeding when he looks back at what his family did to him and what his parents said the day they disowned him.

................

Seulgi returns to his office with sad face and Irene quickly goes to him

"Baby, how is your meeting with Giselle?" Irene cupped Seulgi face

"Everything is over honey" Seulgi said weakly

"Over? What is over?" Irene confuse

"I cut connection with them. I'm not part of them anymore"

"Baby, are you sure with your decision? If you want to take back your words, it's not too late. After all, they are your family. Giselle is your sister. Poor her, baby" Irene can't believe what she just heard

"I'm sure, baby.My decision is final. They pushed me away from their life. I suffer because of them. I don't want to beg for someone who doesn't need me in their life. I have my pride" Seulgi said firmly

"Seulgi..." Irene speechless

"Baby, you alone is enough for me. I haven't needed anyone else since the day I have you. If I lost you, I swear I'll never love anyone again. I'll hate love" Seulgi kissed Irene forehead

"I'll never leave you hubby. I promise I'll cover all emptiness in your heart and make you happy with me. You're my love, my soul and my home. No one can take me away from you. You're my man" Irene stared at Seulgi lovingly

Seulgi sits on the chair "Sit here" he pats his laps and Irene sit

"Do you like romantic men?" Seulgi circle his arms around Irene waist

"I do but I prefer cool guy like you" she kissed Seulgi cheek

"Glad to hear that because I'm suck at make something romantic" Seulgi grin

"Why suddenly ask about romance? Do you prepare a romantic dinner for us?"

"No"

"Oh, I thought you planned something like that. You know you full of surprise"

"I prepared a surprise for you" Seulgi smile widely

"Wow, what is it?!" Irene squeal

"Come" Seulgi walked them to the cabinet at the corner of the room.

He unlock the door and pull Irene to stand in front of him then give her back-hugged

"Baby, what is inside?" Irene asked nervously

"Guess what?" Seulgi smirk.Irene can see that bad boy smirk through the mirror of the cabinet door

Irene slap Seulgi's hand lightly "Honey, don't play around"

"Alright, I give you a hint" Seulgi rested his chin on Irene shoulder

"What is it?"

"It is something that will explode when you open this door and punch your nose" Seulgi laughed

"Kang Seulgi!" Irene whine

"Sorry baby, now open the door" Seulgi said

Irene hesitantly opens the door. She turned her head to see Seulgi and he nods his head

Hereyes wide open as she saw an expensive jewelry set. She recognize it as one ofthe expensive jewelry set in the world

"Baby, do you like it?" Seulgi whispers softly

"Yes" Irene said

"But that is not the real surprise" Seulgi said

"What is it then?"

Seulgi picked the velvet box then turned Irene around "I know this is too early but I can't deny my love to you. You're the precious things to me and I'll treasure until my last breaths. After everything that has happened in my life, the world is a scary place but somehow in your arms, it doesn't feel so bad. You're the first thing I thought every morning and the last thing that stays on my mind every night. There are only two times that I want to be with you...now and forever. Will you marry me?" Seulgi said calmly and every word that comes out from him is like romantic and lovely music to Irene. She can't help but cry when the man that she love so much propose her to be his wife, the one who he want to spend life with

"I will" she said happily and tears streamed down her face. She can't hide her smile as Seulgi inserted the ring to her ring finger

"Thank you" Seulgi said and wiped his future wife tears

"You're romantic" Irene said and circle her arms around Seulgi neck

"I'm not"

"You're romantic in your own way. I like it so much"

"I'm happy that you like it. I want you be the most beautiful bride ever exist"

"Thanks future husband" Irene smile lovingly

"I love you wife-to-be"

"I love you more my husband-to-be" Irene flashed big smile to Seulgi

"My beautiful kidnapper" Seulgi peck Irene lips

"My heart stealer" both of them giggled as they couldn't hide their happiness. They can't wait to tie a knot with each other and spend life together forever

...............

Two months later, the couple decided to settle down. Their wedding was held at a luxurious wedding venue in Seoul. All staff from both companies are invited to attend their boss's wedding. There are a lot of VIPs and their business colleagues come to the wedding. Everyone enjoy themselves in Irene and Seulgi wedding ceremony

"Boss, congratulations!" Irene's staff happily congratulate her when she and Seulgi come to their table

"Thank you everyone" said the couple

"Rene, you're so beautiful in your wedding dress" say Solar, one of Irene's best friends and her senior staff

"Solar unnie is right. You're prettier than ever" add Jennie

Irene smiles shyly "Aigoo, you two are too much. I'm shy now" everyone laugh seeing their boss blushing

Before they leave the table, Irene tug Karina's arm "Yes boss?"

"Where is Giselle?" she asked in a low voice. Seulgi don't notice their interaction because he busy talking with the other staff

"She can't come to your wedding because she left for LA last night. Giselle said something emergency happened so she needed to go home. She say sorry for not coming today"

"Oh I see" Irene nods then she and Seulgi go to other table

..................

One week later, Irene started working again after their three day honeymoon in Jeju. At first Seulgi wanted to go overseas but Irene insisted on having a honeymoon in Jeju because it is her favorite place for vacation. Seulgi just obey to his wife as long as she is happy

When Irene focuses on checking some documents, someone knocks on the door. She gave the green light to enter. The visitor is Giselle. She politely bow her head then Irene ask her to sit on the chair across to her

"What can I do for you?" Giselle takes a deep breath then she gives an envelope to Irene "What is this?"

"My resign letter"

Irene is shocked when Giselle says she wants to resign "Why do you want to resign? You just joined us like five months ago and your work is also impressive. I don't want to lose one of my best junior designer"

Giselle sadly looked at Irene. She admits that she enjoys working with her but she has no choice. She have to take this decision

"I'm sorry for taking this decision, boss but I have no choice. I have to go back to LA soon"

"Sorry for asking but, May I know why?" Irene curious

Giselle decides to open up to Irene. Irene is her sister-in-law so not wrong if she shares burden with her "Appa passed away last week. Now my legal guardian is Aunty Soojung so I have to stay with her in LA. I want to stay here but she worry since I'm here alone and she can't come to visit me often"

"Oh my God, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. What about your mother?"

The younger girl shook her head "We lost her last year because of chronic sickness. Her passing makes my dad so sad and is affecting his health. I don't have anyone else now. The only family I have is Aunty Soojung. I came to South Korea to look for my brother. Daddy badly wanted to see him to apologize for what happened before. However, I failed to bring him to meet daddy. Now that I know Seulgi oppa is in good hands, I feel relieved. At least he did not suffer as he felt before. I leave my brother to you, Irene-ssi. Please don't hurt him. He's hurt enough because of my family back then. You're a good woman. I trust him to you"

Both of them cry as Giselle confesses her feelings. Irene immediately goes to Giselle and hugs her "I'm sorry to hear about what happened to your parents. I'll try to talk to Seulgi so that he soften his heart for you"

"No, don't do that. Seulgi oppa will not like it. I'm fine with his decision. Don't force him. As long as it makes him happy, I'll be happy too. That's the least I can do for him as his sister even though he don't want to have any sort of relationship with me anymore"

Irene was not able to utter any words. She is so sad right now. She can't imagine Giselle living her life alone even though she still has her brother. She promise to herself that she'll make Seulgi reunite with his sister

.................

Seulgi noticed that his wife was not in the mood since she returned home this evening. Usually both of them talk about their days and joke around but tonight is different. Irene look like someone who have big problem

"Baeby, are you okay?" Seulgi asked after sit beside his wife on the bed

"I'm good" Irene answer shortly

"Tell me what bothers your mind. You obviously not fine right now"

Irene slowly looking at her husband "Giselle submit her resign letter today"

"Oh" Seulgi shrugs his shoulder

"Are you not curious why she suddenly resigned?"

"It has nothing to do with me so why would I?"

Irene taking deep breath "I know you don't care but I must tell you because no matter how much you want to deny it, she is your sister. Giselle is going back to LA and will stay there with your aunt. She not coming to our wedding because your dad is critical in hospital" she checking Seulgi's reaction and he looked shock "Later, your dad passed away" Irene can't help but tear up

"Seriously?"

"Yes, your aunt is Giselle's legal guardian now so she have to stay in LA because your aunt not allow her to be alone here"

Seulgi still shock upon hearing the news about his parents passing "Giselle not telling me about daddy's condition when we met"

"Do you even give her a chance to talk about your family? No, right?" Irene paused "Please drop your ego, baby. Have mercy on your sister. She is alone. Your mom passed away last year and now your dad follows suit. She has no one to depend on. She must be sad right now. Deep inside her heart, I know she wants you to be there with her during tough times but she knows you don't want her in your life. She forces herself to be strong because no one is holding her back. Thankfully she has your aunt. What if they are not there for her? What do you think will happen to Giselle? Please Seulgi, I beg you. Take Giselle back with us. I don't want her to stay far away from you and me even though your aunt is her legal guardian. She still has you as her brother so it's your responsibility to take care of her and raise her. If you don't want to do this for your parents, at least do it for me"

It take few minutes for Seulgi to give response "Okay, I'll do it"

"Please do this with your heart consent. Don't do it because of me. I want you to sincerely love your sister. I don't want you to fake it. If you need time to think, I can give you 24 hours to make a decision. We're talking about your sister so I don't want you to take it easy"

"Baeby, I'm serious. We'll go to LA and meet with Giselle and Aunty Soojung. I'll bring her back to stay with us. You don't mind having it here in our house, right?"

Irene nods her head "Of course I don't mind. I never have sibling so I look forward to have your sister in our house so we can spend girl time together"

"Okay, this weekend we depart to LA. You know their address?"

"I'll check on her personal detail"

"Alright" Seulgi kissed Irene temple "Since we'll bring Giselle to stay with us, we should do something to make her happy, don't we?"

"What is it?" Irene confused

Seulgi lean closer to Irene's ear and whisper "Let's make niece or nephew for her so she have friend to play with"

"Kang Seulgi~" Irene pinch Seulgi's tummy

"Come on, baby!" Seulgi quickly pull the blanket to cover both of them and they proceed with their ritual

...............

The newlywed couple stand in front of a big house that is located in a luxury neighborhood in LA. It is no other than Krystal or Jung Soojung's house. She is Seulgi's mother and younger sister. After talking with the security guard at the front gate, the couple was allowed to enter. Giselle who opens the door is shocked to see her brother and his wife in front of her. She invited the couple to enter the house

"Have a seat" says Giselle to the guest. After that, she asked the maid to prepare drink for them

"May I know why both of you come here?" Giselle asking

Irene signaling Seulgi to answer his sister "Aeri"

Giselle is shock when Seulgi calling her with her birth name "Yes..." she hesitant to continue

"You can call him oppa and call me unnie" say Irene

"Okay unnie"

Seulgi continued speaking "Aeri, I'm sorry for what I said to you when we met at the rooftop before. I prioritize my ego and hurting you. I drag you to my problem with mom and dad. I'm very sorry"

"Oppa, don't be sorry. I don't deny it hurts so much but I understand your feelings. I forgive you even before you asked for" Giselle say sincerely

"Thank you, Aeri"

"However oppa, you need to apologize to Aunty Soojung. She was upset when I told her about our conversation. You know how hard it is to deal with her. Aunty is very disappointed"

Seulgi immediately froze "I...I'll accept whatever she will do to me later. Where is she?"

"Aunty, go to a boutique. Aunty and mom run a boutique a year after we move to LA"

"Gi, do you have a new job already?" Irene asking her sister-in-law

Giselle shakes her head "Not yet unnie. I applied to many companies but still no response yet. While waiting for new job, I sometimes helping aunty at boutique to kill my boredom"

"You don't have to wait for those companies. You working with me again" say Irene

"But unnie..."

"Aeri, we come here to bring you back to Seoul with us. I want you to stay with me and Irene" Seulgi stated

"Seriously oppa?" Giselle asked in disbelief

"Yes, I know aunty is your legal guardian but I want to be with you. We separated for so many years and I don't get to do my duty as your brother. Now I want to make it up to you"

Giselle eyes teary "I can't believe what I just heard, oppa"

Seulgi holds Giselle's hand "Please go back with me and Irene. We begin new life together"

"Okay oppa" the siblings exchange loving smiles. Irene, who just watches the interaction, is happy that Seulgi and his sister are reunited. She also can see the resemblance between Seulgi and his sister especially their smile

.................

One hour later, Krystal arrived at home. She was surprised to see Seulgi and his wife in the living room with Giselle. Meanwhile, Seulgi already nervous seeing his aunt staring at him with cold eyes

"Kang Seulgi? I'm not seeing things, right?" Krystal confirming what she just see

"Y-yes aunty, this is Seulgi" the guy stutter

Krystal sighs then she walk closer to Seulgi "Stand up" her nephew immediately stand up as she wanted

Slap!

Slap!

Krystal slapped Seulgi on her left and right cheeks. Irene, Giselle and maids who witness the scene are shocked. They gasped loudly

"Aunty, why do you slap Seulgi oppa?" Giselle asking her aunty

Instead of answering, Krystal burst out her tears "Those slaps are not as hurt as I am seeing your mommy suffering longing for him. Every day she is hoping that her son could come to see her. Until she dies, she waits for Kang Seulgi. Your mother died with guilt. She don't get to apology for what they had done to Seulgi before"

Seulgi still not showing any expression "No one telling me about mom's condition"

"How can we tell you when you blocked our access to you?!" Krystal shouted "Remember the last time I met you in Seoul seven years ago? Shall I remind you that you asked your people to push me away? I do not allow talking to my own nephew. You don't even spare a glance to me. I'm begging like a beggar but you leave riding your luxury car"

Irene and Giselle were already crying when they heard what Krystal said. Seulgi was not able to look at his aunt's eyes "I'm sorry, aunty. That time I still hurt because of mom and dad"

"I know you hurt. I know you hate them but that doesn't mean you hate the entire family. As soon as your parents told us about you, your grandpa immediately asked his men to look for you but you hid well. We can't track you. Your parents also received punishment for your grandpa. They regret. The people who make that stupid rumor also get what they deserve. Every time I go to South Korea, I spare my time to look for you. Your parents are also non-stop looking for you. They want to apologize to you. As soon as I receive information about you, I fly to Korea but you see me as a stranger. I still finely receive that treatment but I can't accept you also doing that to your little sister. Kang Aeri was still a teenager when that chaos happened. She knows nothing about it but you act like she is involved. If you hate your parents, at least don't hate them. She is innocent! You're the victim but don't make her a victim too. She is only a sister who wants to be acknowledged by her brother. Now that your parents are dead and you cut your relationship with your sister, I hope you are satisfied. I know you're happy with your new life. Don't worry about Aeri, she'll be my daughter from now on. I'll be her only family" Krystal say while crying

Seulgi suddenly got down on his knees in front of his aunt "Aunty, I'm sorry. I'm very sorry. I was blinded by ego and a grudge that I did not think twice before making a decision. I only think about how broken I am and ignoring other people around me. I regret, aunty. I regret what I have done. If only I lowered my ego and learned to forgive my parents, this would not happen. I hurt you and Aeri. Please aunty, forgive me"

"Stand up" Krystal pulls Seulgi to stand up then she hugs him tightly "I know it's hard for you to forget what had happened to you before but that doesn't mean you shouldn't forgive them. Your dad and mom regret what they have done. They regret until their last breath. When your mom's condition starts to get worse, I try to go to your office but I still am not allowed to see you. The same situation happened just two weeks before your dad died. I also can't approach you. Your dad and Aeri moved to Seoul so that they could find you. He badly wanted an apology. When Aeri found you, your dad was so happy. He gets ready to meet you. Sadly he had to be admitted to hospital a day later because of the sickness he suffered. When your wife said she wanted to bring Aeri to see you, we hoped for some good news. However, it is different from our expectations. Your dad was so sad when he heard that you don't want to have any relationship with us. He got critical. Before he is unconscious, he wants us to transfer him back to LA because if he dies, he wants to be buried beside your mom. Your dad was not able to hold on, a few days after we arrived at LA, he passed away. On behalf of your parents, I apology to you"

Seulgi cries on Krystal's shoulder "Aunty, you don't have to apologize. I forgive them already. It's me who should apology for being selfish and ego"

"No worry, I forgive you already" Krystal caresses Seulgi's cheek. Both of them sit down on the couch joining Irene and Giselle "May I know why both of you suddenly come here?"

"Em...before that, this is my wife, Irene Bae" Seulgi introduce his wife to Krystal

"Nice to meet you, aunty" Irene and Krystal shake hand

"Nice to meet you too. Welcome to our house"

"Thank you, aunty"

"Aunty, we come here to meet you and Aeri. We plan to bring Aeri back to Seoul and stay with us. I know you're written as her legal guardian but as her brother, I want to take care of her. Irene also wants Aeri to work at her company again. I hope you consider my request" say Seulgi

Krystal nods her head "I don't mind she goes with both of you but did you guys talk about this already?" she looking at her niece and nephew

"Yes aunty"

"Baby, do you agree to stay with your oppa?" Krystal stroking Giselle hair

"Yes aunty, I agree but if only you give permission" say Giselle

"Of course I give permission but promise that you must visit me at least once in every season. That's mean not less than four times per year"

"I promise that I'll visit you often. You also should visit us"

"No problem. I have many free time so I can go to Seoul whenever I want"

"Okay aunty" Giselle hugging her aunt tightly

Krystal turns again to Seulgi and Irene "So Aeri will move with both of you. Please take care of her. Aeri is still a baby even though she's grown up" they laugh while Giselle whining protest "You two also must come here to visit me. If you have a problem or need someone to talk with, remember that you all still have me. I am always there anytime for you guys. I can't replace your mom but I can be a mother figure for you"

"Okay aunty"

"Aunty, can we call you mom?" asked Seulgi

"Of course but not mommy. It's only for your mom. Call me momma"

"Okay momma"

"Come hug me" Krystal open her arms then Seulgi, Irene and Giselle hugging her

~END~

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New book coming soon!

This time it's not our Visual Couple but a new couple on my Wattpad list

Our new couple will be...

CHAENNIE / ROJENNIE / JENROSE

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With love, Mulgokizary