Sully had a very restless night and the morning when she woke up from a very disturbing night, she couldn't forget the feel of Jimins' luxurious silk sheets and the soft feel of the velvety fabric of the duvet over her form.

She sensed his coldness and annoyance at her presence in his exclusive space. Sully was eager to leave that magnificent residence. The food had tasted like sawdust to her, largely due to his unfriendly attitude. It felt as though she was an unwanted guest, which was, in fact, the truth. Lucia had informed her of the circumstances, and Sully felt deeply ashamed of her naivety and lack of self-preservation.

When she encountered the annoying star on Friday, her frustration boiled over, and all she wanted was to be free of him. In search of comfort, she found solace at the bar.

Lucia called her early this morning to say that Rosé had invited them for a lunch date at a trendy restaurant, just to hang out. Niki will pick them up from the restaurant. Lucia mentioned that Miranda would like to join them since she knows Rosé. Rosé was excited to meet Miranda, as she had only seen her as a TV host.

Sully wasn't in the mood after the incident on Friday evening. She still had a slight headache from the medication but felt grateful to Jimin, who had protected her and was willing to help save her reputation. His support kept her out of trouble with her strict grandparents, and she shuddered at the thought of her brother. However, she decided to go and enjoy a day out with the girls. She does like Rosé, but her so-called relationship with Jimin wasn't just a friendly one.

She wished she could avoid him entirely, but as a team member and a volunteer at the training centre, that would be an impossible task. Seeing him would bring up deep feelings of both resentment and love.

When she came home on Saturday morning after the most awkward breakfast with her crush, she had to painfully accept the fact that she was hopelessly in love with him. Her feelings hadn’t diminished; in fact, after Friday evening, sleeping in his bed, watching him prepare breakfast for her, seeing his ripped body in gym sweats, and his cool attitude that was simultaneously so attractive, her emotions ignited to a hundred degrees. She couldn’t stop thinking about the passionate kiss they shared in Hoseok's enclosed hallway.

Yet the narcissist had put all the blame on her, practically accusing her of seducing him. Gosh, he was the one who had grabbed and kissed her.

Sully sighed deeply as she walked to the cupboard, trying to decide what to wear for the girls' date. She looked through the panoramic windows, her brow furrowing.

The day seemed overcast, but as she watched the news, she saw a forecast predicting rain by late afternoon. Hopefully, by then, they would be back home. All she wanted was to curl up under the covers, watch her favourite telenovela, and munch on snacks.

Namjoon had informed the family that he would be home on Monday, and she missed her big brother. She was already thinking about making him a homemade spicy Korean dish to welcome him. He still needed to provide them with his flight details so that their grandparents could pick him up at the airport.

Sully quickly took a shower and dressed with extra care. Her makeup was fresh and natural, and her long, wavy hair had a glossy nutmeg colour that reflected the red strands in the sunlight. She chose a black minidress made of partly see-through chiffon, which hugged her body snugly and accentuated her curves.

She slipped into her black high-heeled sandals adorned with black diamond-encrusted flowers. She felt beautiful and confident.

Lucia and Niki picked her up a few minutes later. Sully quickly grabbed her small black and white Dior handbag, which had been a birthday gift from Namjoon a year ago.

The couple looked very excited to see her; they appeared healthy, joyful, and fresh. Sully was grateful that they didn’t bring up the incident again, she just wanted to forget it ever happened. Niki and Lucia were keeping the conversation lighthearted and engaging,talking about the crew's trip for a friendly game against Italy.

Luckily, they had already qualified and had been in training camps for months. Sully knew that the coming months, leading up to the World Cup, would be filled with anticipation and excitement. She hoped Namjoon would make the team selection, as he had been working very hard. They would also join a training camp in the host city before the World Cup opening.

By then, Sully would be gone to graduate, but she, Leeseo, and her dad planned to attend a few of Namjoon's games. Hopefully, they would make it to the semi-finals. Regardless of whether they reached the finals or not, she and Leeseo would be there for the final match, and they couldn't wait.

They had been saving for a few games, but Namjoon promised to get them complimentary tickets, so they wouldn’t have to dip into their savings.

They would be away for almost a week, with the team undergoing rigorous training in preparation.

Niki grinned, "It will be so exciting, Sully. Are you looking forward to the World Cup?"

Sully smiled, "Yes, I'll return after my graduation. However, I hope I can get time off because I might land an internship at a sports magazine."

Lucia chuckled, "Namjoon will make sure you have tickets for all their games."

Niki added, "Hopefully, we will get through to the finals. My parents from Tokyo will be here. We're working extremely hard. With Namjoon coming back, we’ll celebrate again."

Sully laughed, "My brother is a slave driver, but he is a perfectionist."

The trendy restaurant, Tanta, owned by a Peruvian, was located in the heart of the city, in Retiro, surrounded by historic buildings and business offices.
Sully looked with awe at the trendy exterior,  it was modern but understated clearly inviting by the tall glass windows. The black front doors were wide. She coukd see a lot of greenery or small potted plants. It blends well with the urban setting. She could image the vibe at night.

Lucia's eyes widen,"Oh my word! I can't wait to taste their signature three milk desserts. I wonder if Rosé and Miranda is already here? She asked her brown eyes glowed from inner excitement to spent time with girls. Lucia look chic in an emeral green cocktail dress with gold accessories, her hair was in a side , curly do. Her eyes were make used in lime green and brown eyeshadow and her lips a neutral brown tint. She looked beautiful and her tan skin was glowy.

Niki parked in front of the restaurant and looked at the girls. "You girls must have a great time, okay? Lucia, just call me when you're ready for me to pick you up."

Sully grinned as Niki exited the car and opened the doors for her and Lucia. Lucia gave him a sweet kiss on the lips as he waved goodbye and pulled out of the parking bay. Hand-in-hand, she and Lucia giddily linked arms and walked through the glass entrance, where a friendly staff member escorted them to their friends' table.

S

ully instantly felt relaxed in the vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant was warm, with Peruvian touches, elegant lighting, modern rustic furniture, plenty of greenery behind a glass enclosure, and beautiful Latin decor draping the walls.

Lucia smirked as they approached a semi-private section where Rosé and Miranda were candidly taking selfies. Sully smiled at the whimsical Rosé, and Lucia greeted everyone cheerfully. The group exchanged excited hellos.

Rosé jumped up and hugged Sully and Lucia tightly, giving them air kisses. She looked like a spoiled heiress in her gold, designer lingerie-style dress, paired with a fur coat that likely cost a fortune.

Miranda was adorable in a pink lace dress that accentuated her curvy figure—definitely Jungkook's type. Her lips were a soft pink, and she smiled brightly upon noticing Lucia and Sully.

Rosé chuckled,"I'm so glad you found the place. This is my favourite Latin restaurant and their desserts are to die for." She giggled.

Sully smiled warmly as she slipped into the red velvet coveted boot.
Her eyes roamed around the restaurant; she noticed a few guys checking them out and quickly turned her head away, placing her Dior bag beside her.

Rosé joked, "You can order whatever you like. Don’t worry about the price; we're going full course." She snapped her fingers to get the waitress's attention. The waitress quickly rushed to their table with a big smile, likely recognising the WAGs from sports shows and entertainment news, anticipating a generous tip.

Ready to take their orders, the waitress approached, and Sully scanned the menu intently. She couldn’t just order anything; her nutritionist had specifically put her on an iron-rich diet.

Lucia chuckled as she glanced sideways at Sully, who was still deep in thought about her choices. The rest of the group had already placed their orders for appetisers and drinks.

Rosé grinned as she returned her menu to the waitress, her face glowing from the lively company of her friends.

Sully bit her lip and looked at the waiting waitress. "For my appetiser, I would like Ceviche Clásico—the lime-style fish. For my main course, I’ll have Lomo Saltado—stir-fried beef strips with fries, tomatoes, and cilantro—along with a small quinoa salad and a purple corn drink. Thanks!"

Rosé clapped her hands exhuberantly," Awesome...please bring our appetizers first..."

The waitress nodded and walked away to tend their orders.

The girls laugh and just had interesting girl talk. The appetizers came and they enjoyed their succulent fruit.

Rosé smirk as she atecsome of her fish with creamy seafood rice, "So, Miranda...you and Jungkook? "

Miranda bit her lip and wiggled her eyebrows. "Well, let's just say I'm getting closer to the prize. Those big bunny eyes have me reeling."

Lucia smirked while munching on her pasta salad. "Well, you two make a great couple. Maybe you’re the right one to tame him."

Miranda laughed. "We have another date! He asked me to come and watch him train next week at the centre"

Rosé's eyes sparkled. "Now we just need to get Sully settled. Do you have anyone in mind, Sully?"

Sully almost choked on her purple corn drink. She quickly tapped her chest and coughed, turning red with embarrassment. "Oh, uh, no! I'm not looking for anyone. I told you I don't date… gosh, girls!"

Miranda frowned, looking at Sully with wide eyes. "Seriously! Sully, you’re really very pretty. Your porcelain skin, those brown eyes, and that lorious red-brown hair will drive any red-blooded male crazy."

Sully looked a little uncomfortable but smiled softly. "Unfortunately, I'm not as interesting as you guys. So maybe I'll be lucky in a few years.

Her heart ached as she thought about her unrequited love for a soccer striker. She knew she would never have a guy like him—maybe only in her dreams.

Lucia rubbed Sully's hands. "The right person will come your way. You're still young.

Sully just snorted. "Yeah, maybe..."

Their main courses arrived, and the atmosphere was relaxed. Sully was gratefulululul for her friends, who made Buenos Aires more enjoyable. Rosé even invited them to her penthouse the following week for cocktails, a barbecue, and swimming—a lovely time together.

Lucia shared stories about her meeting with Niki's extended family, who would also be attending the FIFA World Cup opening. They were all excitedly talking about the upcoming World Cup and the friendly match with Italy.

They were laughing and just then they saw the through the windows that it was starting to rain.

Rosé eyes widen,"Oh wow! It's pouring cats and dogs."

Lucia smile relieved, "Niki will come and fetch us in an hour."

Miranda looked cheerily up,"Any one still have place for dessert..."

Rosé squealed, "Of course! The desserts here are to die for. Let's get a bottle of red wine to go with it."

The waitress brought the wine menu, but Sully declined, knowing that too many alcoholic drinks would trigger her condition. Instead, she ordered a glass of hot lemon water.

Suddenly, Miranda got a text message, and her eyes glowed with excitement. "Oh gosh! Jungkook just texted me. He and his friends were at a sports bar and are coming this way now that he heard we're here."

Lucia furrowed her brows and looked inquiringly at Miranda. "Which friends?"

Miranda smile," Taehyung, José and Haechan. The four of them hanged out today."

Sully's eyes widen, oh no! Does it means Jimin will join thm here at Tanta. Seriously. She doesn't want to see him. Her body wanted to cower with nerves. No one notice how her hands were trembling around the glass. She had to place her glass down before it slipped from her hand.

Lucia giggled, "Let's order our desserts..."

She didn't even finished speaking when they saw movement coming from the entrance side. The patrons in the restaurant started to squeal, and others grabbed their cell phones to sneak a Pic of the national team. The four guys just nodded and waved. The women in the restaurant looked extra flirty at Haechan and Jimin, who looked unbothered.

Sully just kept herself busy to find something in her bag just not to see Jimin.

A lazy smile was on his lips when they approached the booth were the excited girls waved at them. The atmosphere drastically changed when the celebrities came in, and Sully knew once it got out that celebrities are at Tanta, the paparazzi would soon swarm like locusts to their location.

There were greetings to and forth. Jimin's eyes were discreetly roaming over the fresh beauty of Sully. His heart was racing as the guys pulled out chairs from the other tables and slid them over to the girls' table. Taehyung grinned as he saw Sully quietly drink her water, not caring who was in front of her.

Taehyung in a friendly manner, "What's up, Sully. Good to see you and Lucia here."

Sully smiled softly," Yeah, Rosé invited us for a girls' day. Good to see you all happy on this rainy day."

Haechen's eyes darted to Miranda and Rose, "Any good desserts here?"

Rosê nodded, "Oh yes we were just about to order some..."

Taehyung smiles, "Awesome. I'll have some" He called a very giddy waiter to their table. No one was aware of the awkward tension between Sully and Jimin except Lucia, who secretly smirked as she discreetly noticed the two avoiding each other's eyes.

Just then, Sully blew out a breath of relief when she saw a text message from Namjoon.

Namjoon: Hi Suls, Jungkook told me you're dining at Tanta...I'm back.

Sully's eyes widen. Namjoon is home. How?

Sully frantically typed back with excitement, not caring for a pair of eyes that watched her movement and the appearance by the little smile on her face. Jimin furrow his brows, who is Sully talking to that means her countenance like fireworks?

She looked up and looked at Lucia with a smile, "Namjoon is back...he wanted to surprise me with an early return, his coming to fetch me now."

There was immediate commotion among the guys, who seemed excited and surprised. They were all expecting him on Monday. They finished some desserts and drinks for themselves. Jimin only ordered a cider.

Rosé looked disappointed, "What about your Mozzamora pudding. You were looking so forward to it."

Sully smiled softly, 'It's okay. I'll order it another time. You can enjoy yours.  Namjoon is going to be here soon."

Jimin spoke for the first time," It's raining outside, Namjoon can fetch you inside..." he sounded concerned, masked his face in an unreadable expression.

The group agreed and asked her to tell them where to come inside. Lucia and Jungkook gave each other knowing looks, but they made sure Sully and Jimin didn't see it. Jungkook and Lucia are now very sure that Jimin has feelings for the innocent Sully that looked a little apprehensive and figgity.

Jimin inhaled deeply as he sense the amusement in his friends. He quickly stood up and mumble under his breath that he needs the restroom. Sully could breath for the first time in open relieve. She couldn't handle the tension tray could've been cut through like a knife.

Sully inhaled deeply,"Er...Joon is already here bit there is no parking available, so I'll just meet him outside " She looked at Rosé, "Thank you for the lunch. I truly enjoy our hang out. I'll text you all later."

Sully and the girls simultaneously stood up, they giggily gave each other a group hug. Lucia promise to text and Miranda said she would like to hang out more in the future. Sully just nodded and her eyes darted towards the entrance.She hoped Joon got a spot to park. She'll just run in the rain to the car if needed. Her excitement is palpable.

When she greeted and wave her friends. She walked towards the glass doors that was closed. A waiter smile as he approached her with an umbrella.

"Ma'am...one of your friends said to give you the umbrella and here is your Tanta dessert take way."

Sully looked flabbergasted as she took the black umbrella with trembling hands, her eyes darted to the package,"I...I didn't order dessert."

But the waiter smile brightly," Your friend ordered your dessert. Here. Enjoy. We hope to see you again." He nodded and go back to resume his duties.

Sully stood there for a few seconds, her eyes darted towards the back tables but her friends weren't looking in her direction as many greenery blocked her view.

So she just walked out, open the umbrella and stood near the wall. She smiled brightly when she saw Namjoon stopping the car in front of her. She quickly open the door and got in because the rain was heavy downpours.

Namjoons eyes were filled woth affection as he gave his sister a quick side hug.

Her bubbling returned as she and Namjoon. Candidly engaged during the ride back to their grandparents home.

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A/n: The girls had a lunch date.

Thank you for all your support. Don't forget to vote or comment on this chapter if you like it.

1. Do you think Sully enjoy her friendships?

2. Do you think Jimin came because of Rose?

3. Any idea why Namjoon came home so early?

4. Who do you think ordered the dessert and gave the umbrella?

5. Do you think the other guys also started to notice Jimins' attitude?

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