The Call That Changed Everything
It was just another ordinary day in the office until Jimin's phone buzzed, interrupting the monotony. The vibration on the desk felt sharper than usual, a harbinger of something that would shake his world.
He glanced at the screen—and his heart skipped a beat. The name staring back at him was one he hadn't thought about in months. A business card from a networking event, a contact he had almost forgotten, Kim Shinhwa International- HR Group. The name sent a jolt through him. Kim shinhwa international—the very same multinational company with one of the most influential figures in the business world as their CEO: Kim Namjoon. A brilliant, powerful, and dangerously young businessman.
Jimin had almost tossed the card aside back then. But now, seeing it on his phone felt surreal.
His hand trembled slightly as he answered the call. "Hello?"
"Mr. Park Jimin?" The voice on the other end was smooth, confident—too confident. "This is Kim Namjoon's HR team. We've been reviewing your company's performance. We're very interested in discussing a potential partnership."
Jimin's mind froze. The words didn't quite register at first. Was this a joke? A scam?
"I... I'm listening," he stammered, struggling to steady his breath.
The conversation that followed was short but explosive. Kim Namjoon's team had been tracking his company's rapid growth. They were serious. And they weren't just interested—they were considering a collaboration. The stakes couldn't be higher. This was it—the opportunity of a lifetime. The kind of chance that could change everything.
When the call ended, Jimin's heart raced in disbelief. He couldn't sit still. Without a second thought, he shot out of his chair and bolted for Jungkook's office. He had to share the news, and fast. The breakthrough they'd both been waiting for had arrived.
The Excited Announcement
Jimin burst into Jungkook's office without even knocking, too eager to hold back. The door slammed open behind him, startling Jungkook, who looked up from his desk, confused.
"Jungkook!" Jimin gasped, almost out of breath. "You won't believe it. We've got an offer! Kim Namjoon's team—they want to partner with us! They're interested in working with us. This is huge. This is—this is EVERYTHING!"
Jungkook's eyes widened, disbelief flashing across his face. For a moment, the room seemed to tilt in slow motion. Then, the realization hit him. The shock morphed into exhilaration, and his calm demeanor melted away.
"Wait... are you serious?" Jungkook's voice trembled with excitement. "This is... this could take us to the next level, Jimin. To everything we've worked for."
Jimin nodded quickly, pacing in tight circles, his mind struggling to catch up with the magnitude of the news. "I'm telling you—this could be the turning point to our company ".
Jungkook stood up, his body rigid with energy. He was as excited as Jimin—probably more. His hands instinctively found their way to his hips, eyes flashing with the same intensity. "This is it," he said, voice low. "This is the breakthrough. We've made it."
Before either of them could stop it, they were drawn into a tight, unexpected hug. The kind that only happens when the world tilts and everything you've dreamed of suddenly feels within reach. Their bodies pressed together, hearts racing in unison.
It was just a moment—quick, electric—but Jimin felt the surge of something more in that touch. It was more than excitement, more than triumph. The closeness sent a flutter through his chest. The hug lingered, neither of them wanting to pull away. But the intensity was almost too much. They both stepped back, a little breathless, faces flushed.
"Sorry," Jimin muttered, trying to laugh it off. "I... didn't mean to..."
Jungkook smiled, a lazy, comforting grin. "No, no, it's fine. This is just... overwhelming, huh?"
They both stood there for a moment, eyes locking. The weight of what had just happened settled between them. This wasn't just business anymore. This was something more. A chance to change everything they'd worked for.
The Emergency Meeting
Later that day, an emergency meeting was called. The entire leadership team, along with department heads, crowded into the conference room. The tension was thick in the air, buzzing like static before a storm.
When Jimin and Jungkook entered the room, all eyes immediately turned to them. The buzz of conversation faded, and the anticipation was palpable. The weight of the moment was hanging heavy in the air.
Jungkook, standing at the front, cleared his throat, commanding the room's attention. "We've just received some incredible news," he began, his voice steady but laced with excitement. "Kim Namjoon's team is interested in a partnership with us. This is our chance to take everything we've worked for to the next level. It will secure our future growth."
The room exploded into murmurs of disbelief and excitement. It was the kind of reaction Jimin had expected. But there was one voice that broke the euphoria.
Ms. Kang, the head of marketing, leaned forward, her sharp eyes narrowing as she interrupted. "Wait," she said, her voice cold, dripping with suspicion. "How did we go from struggling to being on Namjoon's radar overnight? How convenient that this offer came out of nowhere. What exactly happened ?"
Jimin's stomach churned. The accusation wasn't even subtle. He could feel the weight of her eyes on him, He took a deep breath, trying to steady himself, but his voice was calm despite the heat rising in his body. "This isn't about convenience," Jimin said, forcing the words out carefully. "This is about hard work. We didn't get here by luck. We've been pushing, building, evolving—every single step of the way. If you think this happened by chance, you're wrong."
Ms. Kang wasn't backing down. She leaned forward, her tone sharp and biting. "How do we know this isn't a risk ? After all, this is exactly what happened last time. And we all remember how that went."(she is telling about ms. hae case.)
The room fell silent. Every eye was now on Jimin, waiting for his reaction. The air felt charged, heavy with unspoken words. His hands clenched into fists. The challenge in Ms. Kang's voice stung, an accusation sharper than he expected.
Before he could respond, Jungkook's voice rang out, cutting through the tension. "Enough," he said, his tone suddenly hard, his eyes locked on Ms. Kang. "This company is here because of the risks we've taken. And Jimin has earned every ounce of trust we've given him. Without him, we wouldn't even be having this conversation. So, I won't stand here while you question his decisions."
Ms. Kang's face fell, her eyes flickering with something between surprise and defeat. The rest of the room fell into an uneasy quiet. Everyone was processing what had just happened. The weight of Jungkook's words hung in the air, leaving Jimin feeling both relieved and incredibly grateful.
After the Meeting
Jimin walked back to Jungkook's office, his mind still spinning from the meeting. He wasn't used to being questioned like that, especially not in front of the entire team. But Jungkook's defense had been unwavering—and it had made all the difference.
When he entered Jungkook's office, the soft glow of the evening sun bathed the room, casting long shadows. Jungkook was standing by the window, staring out at the city, lost in thought.
"Jungkook…" Jimin's voice was quieter now, softer. "Thanks for backing me up."
Jungkook turned to face him, a faint smile tugging at the corners of his lips. His eyes were warm, more tender than usual. "You don't have to thank me. I trust you. I believe in what you're doing, Jimin."
Before Jimin could respond, Jungkook closed the distance between them, his gaze locking with Jimin's in a moment of unspoken understanding. Without warning, Jungkook pulled him into a kiss. It wasn't soft, nor gentle—it was intense, urgent, and everything they hadn't said aloud. The kiss deepened, growing hotter, as if all the weight of the day's emotions was being poured into it.
The world outside vanished. There was no room for anything else—just the heat between them, building, intensifying, as they stumbled towards the desk, lost in each other. The chaos of the office, the doubts, the fears—everything melted away in the press of their bodies.
End of Episode