Of Jimmy Choo's and Runaways
Of Jimmy Choo's and Runaways
Title: Of Jimmy Choo's and Runaways
Pairing:(girl!Taemin/Minho)+(girl!Taemin/Jonghyun)+(girl!Key/Onew)
Disclaimer:I only own this story.
Summary:A story of branded fetish,brainless models and finding where you belong.
A/n: Thanks to my lovely beta for revamping this chapter.dainjay
A/n 2: This chapter is not the same chapter you read in AFF to whomever who read it, it have more addition and less nonsense^^
Chapter 2 : Of Juicy Scandal and Designer Brands
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After the dance practice, she went to her campus library to study. She only has weekends for school works since most of the days were booked for bazillion interviews, photo shoots and modelling. After her study session, she went home at around quarter-to-six. She took the remnants of her time to have a rose bath. "In a few hours was Jonghyun's album release cocktail, but her muscles were aching, begging to be pampered. She took ample time to have a rose bath to lift her stress. Without further wasting her time, she quickly enters her bathroom taking a mind-clearing bath. The jets of water rushing into the water untangled the knots of her body muscles. The saccharine smell of the roses arouses a painstakingly sweet and calming effect on her. Much to her dismay, her relaxation time have to be cut short to get prepare. Covered in a warm, fluffy white bathrobe she entered her bedroom.
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She went in to her bedroom, curious with the dress Key had chosen for her. A red Stretch-Crepe Cascade Dress by Zac Posen lying on her pale white bed sheet. One thing she loves about Key fashion senses is that she mixed and matched accordingly making an outfit complete, having an expertise in fashion and being daring is a complete package. The red dress was edgy with its bright colour and its low neckline but the cascading ruffles on the right emits an apparent feminity to the dress.The red dress was then given a touch of glamour with the presences of a soft biker leather classic d’Orsay pump by Jimmy Choo. Radiant crystals and studs encrusted the ankle strap making the shoes a perfect accesory for the evening.Completing the look was an Alexander Mc Queen’s python skin clutch. She couldn’t believe her wardrobe is a home of remarkable creations.
~Usually the branded possessions are gifts and samples from the designers themselves.She is more than happy to accept it. She's not shopaholic like Key, who practically made her life around high street boutiques and breathe in designer's merchandise.Her style is simple: a graphic tee, a sleek jacket, pair of boots and she was geared up to go despite having an extensive wardrobe filled with designers. Her late mother influenced her choice of style. She was truly a simple and earnest woman, never too much either on her attire choices or her speech.
~
The Zac Posen moulded accordingly to her shape enhancing the designer's famed body-conscious tailoring. As expected from Key’s observant eyes to predict her size. Of course, she is obviously a size 0 model. Her strawberry blonde locks were pulled back and gathered into a sophisticated bun.Her pale - skinned face was then added colour with MAC beauty product and just as a good luck charm she sprayed herself her favourite Dior perfume.She observed her full-length mirror and was pleased with her look for the evening. Right on time , a message entered her I-phone.
To: Mischievous Tae
From: Puppy Jjong
Limo just pulled out of ur apartment.
You’re coming right?
Pretty please with cherry on top and chocolate sauce on the side. ^^
~
She smiled at the lame cuteness Jonghyun was pulling on. She quickly replied back before filling her clutch with her touch-up necessities and clasping her long legs with Jimmy Choo’s and shielding herself with a Burberry trench coat.
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As soon as she went out of the revolving doors she saw Jonghyun, wearing a black Hugo Boss v-neck t-shirt, leaning against the limousine humming to his favourite tune’ Can’t help but wait by Trey Songz.As usual, Jonghyun opted for a versatile V-neck rather than suave suits.Jonghyun is always on the go with showcases and working 24/7 in the recording studio and he found V-necks is his ‘soulmate.’ With the loud clinking of her heels, his head were held high and he was astounded.”Hey beautiful.”He smirked, another one of his endless flirts trick.”Give daddy a hug.”With a failed imitation of gangster accent.
”Don’t think you’re cool by doing that accent.”Taeyeon chuckled at yet another lame attempt of his being cool.
”C’mon, I know you love it.”He walked closer to her side enveloping her in a hug. Taeyeon hugged him back and kissed him on the cheek. Jonghyun was taken aback and rub the spot where Taeyeon’s lips were placed on before.”You kissed me.”He showed her an accusing finger.
”What? We do that every time we meet.”Taeyeon answered back.
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Taeyeon may be oblivious to it but it meant something to Jonghyun.He was hoping maybe,just maybe, Taeyeon would realized his feeling for her. He wanted to make her his since well, since forever. But she always jokes around when the topic came up every time they meet.
”Jonghyun, let’s go in. It’s cold outside.”Taeyeon whined taking the latter back to Earth.
”Yeah, we should.”
He opened the door letting Taeyeon in before he went inside as well. He needed to think of something and fast, if Taeyeon already getting hints of his feelings for her, he should make the first step and confess as soon as possible, especially if Taeyeon will find out about his feelings soon. He should do this and not wait until he regrets it.
”Tae, are you dating someone now?” Wrong move, Dino. Wrong move! On reflex, Jonghyun was shaking his head furiously, face contorted in grotesque sneer.Taeyeon cocked an eyebrow questioning the sudden change on Jonghyun’s expression.
“If I'm dating, you'll be the first to know. Or maybe the second, since Key is my girl BFF she needs to know the news first .” Taeyeon answered teasingly but she was quite confused why Jonghyun suddenly asked her that question
”Do you remember the promise when I become your prom date?”Jonghyun asked choosing his words properly to conceal his true intention.
“Oh ,the one that if both us are around 30 and we didn’t have anyone we should just marry each other?”Taeyeon replied.
”Yes. Is that promise still valid?”Jonghyun asked her eagerly silently praying that she wouldn’t change her mind.Since she is taking her time to clear her mind, he fills his time gazing outside the tinted window of the limousine recollecting the days before his graduation at Riverdale’s.
That one night in June was the night that confirmed his unsure feelings for her.She was enchanting in her blue Princess Cinderalla costume and he was clad in a Prince Charming get-up.He found himself thanking the prom community for the theme “A Disney Night” as he slow danced to ‘Beauty and the Beast’ with her in his arms underneath the glistening vintage chandelier in ‘The Plaza’ ballroom.As the song ended, they found themselves in the middle of couples kissing parade.He didn’t know whether what she muttered on that time was what she thought of for awhile or just in the midst of a lovely moment.She chuckled softly as she saw her brother kissing her best friend, Key.She held out her pinkie and said, ‘ Let’s promise that when we’re 30 and still haven’t tie the knot yet, we should just marry each other.’He was flabbergasted with her sudden request but he soon agreed to it.Maybe the ending of that night wasn’t as he expected but she left him with a teeny tiny hope that no matter what happens she’s going to be in his arms for the rest of his life.
He wished that they won't find other person to love in their life, so that they could be together forever. It is cruel. Sometimes we don't get what we want the most. But he is just another person who is in love and that love is begging to be reciprocated.He was stopped from his train of thoughts as Taeyeon called him.
”Jonghyun,of course it is still valid. Why? Do you have someone you like?Tell me!”Taeyeon eagerly asked. This is it Kim Jonghyun. Yes, just confess to her already.”Mr.Kim and Ms.Lee, we are here.” the limousine driver announced. Damn it!
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They finally arrived at the outside of Metropolis, a popular five-star lounge where Jonghyun first album will be released. From the tinted windows of the limousine, they could see the spotlights, the stretched red carpet and the photographers and paparazzi alike are standing, waiting for them to step outside. Particularly, curious who will be his date?
”Let’s go out and steal the show, milady.”It was the same phrase he muttered before they entered the ballroom during Taeyeon’s senior prom and his own senior prom. Yep, they were each other’s senior prom. Not like they didn’t get any confession from other people or not anyone is pursuing them. But, they found going out with each other was more comfortable. Unknown to Taeyeon, the real fact was Jonghyun only has eyes on Taeyeon, and Jinki not allowing the not so young Taeyeon to dance with a stranger is just another plot to match up Jonghyun and Taeyeon. Taeyeon smiled ,acknowledging the memories. Taeyeon took his hand, smiling shyly like the first time they meet.
Just like that, he was back to that particular September day when her smile leaves him shivering on a hot day.She removed her trench coat revealing a red dress.Eventhough she looks perfect in everything she wears, that wasn’t the real reason of his admiration.He falls in love with her genuine smile that wouldn’t fades away even when they grow old.
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Perfect couple. That is the exact word to describe them both. He was an average at height, have a pair of typical Asian eyes and black porcupine styled-hair. She was tall, taller than him due to the high heels; her eyes are beautiful pair of hazel, and her Goldilocks which put other girls to be green in envy. Naturally, they complement each other. They walked along the red carpet ignoring the flashing cameras. They stopped in front of the paparazzi and entertainment reporters for a short question and answer session. He takes his advantage holding her close to him, arm encircling her slim waist. Question were thrown to them, some on his album production, some on her career, she answered it preparedly and not to forget flashing her famous smile.In the midst of the bullets of questions, a question that the whole media was curious about but none of them was brave enough.But, the bravery of this one young reporter shuns the others down.
”Are you Ms.Lee and Mr.Kim dating each other?”He repeated his question anticipating her response. She smiled with a bright smile, she looked at him for approval, he nodded, she confidently answer, ”Who knows?” leaving the rhetorical question up to the reporters to interpret. Soon, the session ended and they were ushered in.
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“That was so suffocating!”Jonghyun shouted as soon they were in the club.”Welcome to my world.”Taeyeon answered mockingly.”Tara!”Key shouted behind them. They are on public, the casual calling of Taeyeon was dropped.She and Key hugged.Key was in a silver Badgley Mischka strapless cocktail dress with seas of ruffles embellishing the skirt with a black leather mule Camilla Skovgaard stilleto and her neck was adorned with Carol Marie Double Ethiopian Cross Necklace in oxidised silver. But something was off,it’s not the fact Key was practically glowing.”Wait a minute!”Taeyeon exclaimed taking Key’s hand on her palm.”You’re engaged!”Taeyeon shouted happily.Key nodded.”When? Is this Tiffany?”Taeyeon tosses rushed questions.”Just before we arrived here, and it’s Tiffany Bezet Heart 2 carat.”A manlier voice answered.”Oppa!” Taeyeon squealed. Taeyeon quickly embraced her brother, Jinki.”Congratulations.”Taeyeon muttered happily while Jinki encircled his arms around Key’s waist. Is about time they got married anyway, they have been dating for ages now.”So, Tara, when you and Jared going to date?”Key asked mockingly.”Funny, funny Key very funny.”Jonghyun who was quiet for the past minutes answered. “Anyhow, I have to prepare for my performance. Meet you guys in a bit.”Jonghyun left Taeyeon with the newly-engaged OnKey couple.”So,when are you guys getting married?”Taeyeon asked before they headed to their table.
OnKey couple as the media dubbed them was paired up at first because of both strong proctectiveness towards Taeyeon.Maybe somewhere along the weekly sleepovers at the Lee’s household and their share of being the parent role for Taeyeon.But, what actually brings them together after their long,silent admiration was the saddest day in the Lee’s household when Jinki’s and Taeyeon’s parent died in a plane crash just days away from Jinki’s high school graduation.Key saw the other side of Jinki.Usually,she sees him as the one who always makes her laugh with his dorkiness and his soft demeanour.It was Sunday morning, when Key was searching around the house for maids to help her to prepare breakfast,but instead she was presented with a rare scene of a crying Lee Jinki in the Lee’s library.Following her motherly instinct, she enveloped him in a tight hug rubbing his back in consolation.That moment they both know they need each other in their lives.They dated in secret only known by close friends,because Jinki was busy with his responsibilities and Key was just a high school student back then.But,living in uptown New York and being a part of New York royalties, they were soon discovered by the papparazi at one of their secret rendez-vous.Well, when the secret is out of the bag, the news of young CEO ,Drew Lee and budding fashion designer ,Keysha Kim became the trending topic for awhile in the streets.And, from there it’s all rainbows and sunshines for the couple.
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“The album ‘ She’ is dedicated to the one mystery girl I’ve been falling head over heels for awhile now. That’s the story behind all the songs in this album. This is a song about my love, titled She”
The person who is laughing amongst those people
That angel is my lady.
I feel childishly proud
My expression becomes like an idiot
He remembered the first time they met at a barbeque party held at his family mansion.She was a cute 10 years old girl with her strawberry blonde bob hair in a polka dot tankini sitting at the edge of the swimming pool with her feet dipped in the pool talking to a group of young heiresses.She was laughing now and then, he was mesmerized with the brilliance of her smile and that was went he tripped in front of her.It might be embarassing for the most but he felt proud because he witnessed that smile one more time.When other spoilt heiresses were laughing at him,she held her tiny hands and offered him to stand up as she politely greeted him with a simple hey.”Hey, I’m Taeyeon. What’s your name?” And, that’s how their friendship started.
She is very prideful
She never cries
How strong of a person she is
He remembered the many times she cried when he teases her around when they were little. She was courageous when her parents death was announced,she didn’t shed any tears.She let them go peacefully because she still have them in her heart and she believed that they’re looking down upon her from the Heavens. But,the real deal was when Jinki was so against her to join modelling.Jinki was fuming mad when he found out she ran away from home just to attend the audition.He was next to her that time when Jinki was spitting with anger ,shouting at her,to make it worst she was at the stage of rebelling.Jinki didn’t let her to say a word because he was on a role.She started crying,her body shaking with fear.He was panicking that time, all he does was engulfing her in a hug and Jinki stopped his enrage.Turns out,Jinki was afraid she’ll leave him to satisfy her career needs because she is the only flesh and blood Jinki has.Since that day, he never saw tears leaving her eyes.Maybe she was keeping it all to herself.
Even at my lame jokes
She is always laughing
Although, I there are times when I’m not sure if she’s honestly laughing.
The more I know you, The more I can’t understand you.
That person is my lady
*
Sometimes,he feels they’re getting distant by the second due to their different career path.Taeyeon,was never the person who expresses her feelings,she keeps everything to herself.She always said she doesn’t want to be a burden,but he wants to lighten the weight on her shoulders if she could just let him do so.She thinks she is strong,but she is more fragile than an expensive crystal vase.
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He closed his eyes as the song ended.The only image he saw was Lee Taeyeon or Tara Lee.Audience clapped with the overwhelming feelings he opened his eyes to be met with her hazel orbs.Key and Jinki obviously knows his feelings to her.”You’re so obvious.” They would always say that.But not obvious enough for her to realise.He went down the stage getting embraced by the OnKey couple and other people.And,she was the last to embrace him.”You’re were awesome up there.”Taeyeon complimented him.”That is so not what Tara Lee would say to Jared Kim because she would always criticise him .”Jonghyun teased her.She chuckled .”Jared and Tara,can I talk with both of you now.”His manager asked them.”I wonder why I have to follow.”Taeyeon questioned confusedly.
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“The fans wanted both of you to date.”The manager blurted out frantically.”What? This is ridiculous.”Jonghyun shouted ,even though he felt happy and completely fine with it.He glanced at Taeyeon ,waiting for a response.”Why not? We’re just acting right? It’ll be good for your popularity and press won’t ask dating related questions anymore.”Taeyeon answered.The manager smiled happily while Jonghyun blinked disbelievingly.”Shall we get back to the dancefloor now?”Taeyeon smiled while clinging on his arm.Jonghyun stared at her.”What? We have to make people believe this? Psh.”Taeyeon answered.
~The rest of night was filled with bubbling laughter and the OnKey couple eagerness to get married.With Key already planning who would be baking their wedding cake and assigning Taeyeon as her maid of honour. They’ll be married in a December following Key’s childhood dream to have a winter wedding. As a small present for them ,Jonghyun stood up again to sing.”Guitar please,I’m dedicating this song to the newly engaged couple a close friend of mine; Drew Lee and the popular Keysha Kim.Congratulations! And,not to forget for my beautiful date and my best friend for 10 years Tara Lee.More than Words.”
The guitar strummed calmingly as Jonghyun started to sing the song wholehertedly.It was another coward confession of his admiration to Taeyeon.He smiled seeing how every people on the dance floor have their own partner,leaving his date alone on the dance floor cluelessly.He invited Taeyeon to the stage with a hand gesture.
Saying "I love you"
Is not the words I want to hear from you
It's not that I want you
Not to say, but if you only knew how easy
It would be to show me how you feel
It’s funny how obvious he acted around her but she was too blind to notice.Maybe she was too used to his company that she doesn’t find anything out of order.Even when action speaks louder than words she is still clueless.Taeyeon,Taeyeon,how could I show you what you mean to me.
What would you say if I took those words away
Then you couldn't make things new
Just by saying "I love you"
More than words
She climbed on the stage taking a seat next to him. He let her sing melodiously. He wondered why didn’t’ she took singing lessons. She has a very angelic voice. The crowd’s attention was on her as she strung the song perfectly.
Now but I've tried to talk to you
And make you understand
All you have to do is close your eyes
And just reach out your hands
And touch me
Hold me close, don't ever let me go
She chuckled in embarrassment once her eyes darted at her brother and Key who is kissing at this rate.She was blushing crimson red.He knows she doesn’t get her first kiss yet.She vows that she’s only going to give her first kiss and her chasitity to her husband which he can’t help but to pray will be his.
More than words
Is all I ever needed you to show
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me
'Cause I'd already know
He likes to believe that nobody knows her more than him.The way her lips twitches when she’s nervous, the way she gives her everything when she dances because it means a lot to her just like what music to him.He could list down her habits but he knows it will never reach the end because he is going to add everyday.
More than words
More than words
More than words
More than words
More than words
*
They ended the song in a unison .Receiving loud cheers and thumping claps of hands.He glances at her who was widely smile with red cheeks.
After the party has ended,all four of them waited for their ride.Key andJinki went back with Jinki’s Ferrari.Leaving Taeyeon and Jonghyun waiting for their own ride.”I’ll just take the taxi.”Taeyeon announced readily wearing her trench coat.”No way.I’m letting you go home in a taxi.You’re coming with me.”Jonghyun dragged the stubborn girl before she’ll even dare to object to his black Lamborghini Reventon,that his manager kindly brought to the club.Taeyeon whined at first,but soon her whining stopped as she closed her eyes.
~
After the car pulled out in front of Taeyeon’s apartment building,Jonghyun tried to wake Taeyeon up but she won’t budge even an inch.”Taeyeon,we’re here.”Jonghyun said while trying to wake her up.”5 more minutes.”Jonghyun can’t help but smile at her innate cuteness,how come a 20 years old still be cute.”I’ll carry you then.”Jonghyun threatened.Still,no response.Jonghyun get out of the driver side and quickly opened the passenger side,carrying Taeyeon in a bridal style.He called out the valet throwing his car keys to him skillfully.Oblivious to both of them paparazzi was capturing their pictures from the corner of the building.Headlines tomorrow morning will be one of the hottest of the century.
Paris
~As he walked along the corridor of the old building at 9 in the morning wearing a white V-neck with a vibrant blue blazer and a spectacles over his eyes.The French girls in his campus were shrieking like a bunch of banshees and most of them were swearing in French and the guys were a little bit out of mood today.It was purely out of scene at the usually quiet ’ École nationale des beaux-arts de Lyon’, a renowned art school in France.He’s been here for the past 4 years of his life eagerly studying the refinement of art.Eventhough,he is the sole heir of his ancestor company back in Korea,business wasn’t his ultimate interest.He was thankful for his parents understanding his interest thus sending him here in this foreign land to further his studies.Well, everything comes with a price,every summer vacation, he would be joining his father back in Korea handling business matters,not that he can complain about it.He found himself enjoying the job, perhaps business runs in his blood.
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He entered the art room.The girls attention was on a newspapers which is a very rare view.They kept shrieking and some of them were fangirling.Curious,he asked one of his classmates.
Camille,ce qui s'est passé? He enquiries one of his classmates,well,his class are mostly made of girls.
(Camille,what happened?)The girl went overdrive which is also another rare scene.Usually,Camille is a calm and collected girl who he enjoyed doing his project with.
Jared Kim est rumeur datant de Tara Lee. She shrieked and God his ears are almost deaf thanks to her shrieking.
(Jared Kim is rumoured dating Tara Lee.)
His heart died a little bit. He asked Camille for the newspaper. He read it with intensity. It said: Jared was seen carrying Tara into her apartment building and never seen out after that. It also said that Tara was also Jared’s date to his album release. And, the song Jared written”She” probably associated to Tara, who Jared said is ‘a coward confession to a mystery girl I’ve been falling head over heels for awhile now.’He returned the newspapers back to Camille.He rested his head on the desk looking outside through the windows.He saw a tall tree and memories came flashing back to him.
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“Oppa,do I look pretty in this?”A young girl with a bob haircut was twirling in front of him wearing a large black dress that belongs to the young girl’ mother.But,her oppa was busily reading his too thick novel for a 12 years old boy, underneath the tall tree,only looking at her under his eyelids.The young girl pouted as her oppa doesn’t seem to be interested,not even looking at her for once.”Oppa,nappeun!”She shouted and soon small sobs ensued.He was taken aback with the sobs from the cute little girl who is sitting in front of him.”Yeonnie,I’m sorry but the story was too interesting.”He tried to calm the young girl.But,her sobs amplified.”Fine,I’ll turn into a book because Oppa cares about his books more than me.”The young girl said as she hid her tear-stricken face in her palms.The young boy rose from his sitting position to the young girl tilting her chin making her look at him.He wipes off her tears with his thumb as the young girl gazes at him.”I’m sorry,you know oppa hates it when Yeonnie cries.”He explained.The young girl lips quickly formed to a small smile.He caresses her cheeks,inching nearer to her ,touching their lips together.The young girl cheeks flushes in pink and he chuckles looking at his cute friend.That’s how he lost his first kiss.
* Lyrics taken from English translation of She - TVXQ
*Lyrics taken from More Than Words - Westlife
Title: Of Jimmy Choo's and Runaways
Pairing:(girl!Taemin/Minho)+(girl!Taemin/Jonghyun)+(girl!Key/Onew)
Disclaimer:I only own this story.
Summary:A story of branded fetish,brainless models and finding where you belong.
A/n: Thanks to my lovely beta for revamping this chapter.dainjay
A/n 2: This chapter is not the same chapter you read in AFF to whomever who read it, it have more addition and less nonsense^^
Chapter 2 : Of Juicy Scandal and Designer Brands
~
After the dance practice, she went to her campus library to study. She only has weekends for school works since most of the days were booked for bazillion interviews, photo shoots and modelling. After her study session, she went home at around quarter-to-six. She took the remnants of her time to have a rose bath. "In a few hours was Jonghyun's album release cocktail, but her muscles were aching, begging to be pampered. She took ample time to have a rose bath to lift her stress. Without further wasting her time, she quickly enters her bathroom taking a mind-clearing bath. The jets of water rushing into the water untangled the knots of her body muscles. The saccharine smell of the roses arouses a painstakingly sweet and calming effect on her. Much to her dismay, her relaxation time have to be cut short to get prepare. Covered in a warm, fluffy white bathrobe she entered her bedroom.
~
She went in to her bedroom, curious with the dress Key had chosen for her. A red Stretch-Crepe Cascade Dress by Zac Posen lying on her pale white bed sheet. One thing she loves about Key fashion senses is that she mixed and matched accordingly making an outfit complete, having an expertise in fashion and being daring is a complete package. The red dress was edgy with its bright colour and its low neckline but the cascading ruffles on the right emits an apparent feminity to the dress.The red dress was then given a touch of glamour with the presences of a soft biker leather classic d’Orsay pump by Jimmy Choo. Radiant crystals and studs encrusted the ankle strap making the shoes a perfect accesory for the evening.Completing the look was an Alexander Mc Queen’s python skin clutch. She couldn’t believe her wardrobe is a home of remarkable creations.
~Usually the branded possessions are gifts and samples from the designers themselves.She is more than happy to accept it. She's not shopaholic like Key, who practically made her life around high street boutiques and breathe in designer's merchandise.Her style is simple: a graphic tee, a sleek jacket, pair of boots and she was geared up to go despite having an extensive wardrobe filled with designers. Her late mother influenced her choice of style. She was truly a simple and earnest woman, never too much either on her attire choices or her speech.
~
The Zac Posen moulded accordingly to her shape enhancing the designer's famed body-conscious tailoring. As expected from Key’s observant eyes to predict her size. Of course, she is obviously a size 0 model. Her strawberry blonde locks were pulled back and gathered into a sophisticated bun.Her pale - skinned face was then added colour with MAC beauty product and just as a good luck charm she sprayed herself her favourite Dior perfume.She observed her full-length mirror and was pleased with her look for the evening. Right on time , a message entered her I-phone.
To: Mischievous Tae
From: Puppy Jjong
Limo just pulled out of ur apartment.
You’re coming right?
Pretty please with cherry on top and chocolate sauce on the side. ^^
~
She smiled at the lame cuteness Jonghyun was pulling on. She quickly replied back before filling her clutch with her touch-up necessities and clasping her long legs with Jimmy Choo’s and shielding herself with a Burberry trench coat.
~
As soon as she went out of the revolving doors she saw Jonghyun, wearing a black Hugo Boss v-neck t-shirt, leaning against the limousine humming to his favourite tune’ Can’t help but wait by Trey Songz.As usual, Jonghyun opted for a versatile V-neck rather than suave suits.Jonghyun is always on the go with showcases and working 24/7 in the recording studio and he found V-necks is his ‘soulmate.’ With the loud clinking of her heels, his head were held high and he was astounded.”Hey beautiful.”He smirked, another one of his endless flirts trick.”Give daddy a hug.”With a failed imitation of gangster accent.
”Don’t think you’re cool by doing that accent.”Taeyeon chuckled at yet another lame attempt of his being cool.
”C’mon, I know you love it.”He walked closer to her side enveloping her in a hug. Taeyeon hugged him back and kissed him on the cheek. Jonghyun was taken aback and rub the spot where Taeyeon’s lips were placed on before.”You kissed me.”He showed her an accusing finger.
”What? We do that every time we meet.”Taeyeon answered back.
~
Taeyeon may be oblivious to it but it meant something to Jonghyun.He was hoping maybe,just maybe, Taeyeon would realized his feeling for her. He wanted to make her his since well, since forever. But she always jokes around when the topic came up every time they meet.
”Jonghyun, let’s go in. It’s cold outside.”Taeyeon whined taking the latter back to Earth.
”Yeah, we should.”
He opened the door letting Taeyeon in before he went inside as well. He needed to think of something and fast, if Taeyeon already getting hints of his feelings for her, he should make the first step and confess as soon as possible, especially if Taeyeon will find out about his feelings soon. He should do this and not wait until he regrets it.
”Tae, are you dating someone now?” Wrong move, Dino. Wrong move! On reflex, Jonghyun was shaking his head furiously, face contorted in grotesque sneer.Taeyeon cocked an eyebrow questioning the sudden change on Jonghyun’s expression.
“If I'm dating, you'll be the first to know. Or maybe the second, since Key is my girl BFF she needs to know the news first .” Taeyeon answered teasingly but she was quite confused why Jonghyun suddenly asked her that question
”Do you remember the promise when I become your prom date?”Jonghyun asked choosing his words properly to conceal his true intention.
“Oh ,the one that if both us are around 30 and we didn’t have anyone we should just marry each other?”Taeyeon replied.
”Yes. Is that promise still valid?”Jonghyun asked her eagerly silently praying that she wouldn’t change her mind.Since she is taking her time to clear her mind, he fills his time gazing outside the tinted window of the limousine recollecting the days before his graduation at Riverdale’s.
That one night in June was the night that confirmed his unsure feelings for her.She was enchanting in her blue Princess Cinderalla costume and he was clad in a Prince Charming get-up.He found himself thanking the prom community for the theme “A Disney Night” as he slow danced to ‘Beauty and the Beast’ with her in his arms underneath the glistening vintage chandelier in ‘The Plaza’ ballroom.As the song ended, they found themselves in the middle of couples kissing parade.He didn’t know whether what she muttered on that time was what she thought of for awhile or just in the midst of a lovely moment.She chuckled softly as she saw her brother kissing her best friend, Key.She held out her pinkie and said, ‘ Let’s promise that when we’re 30 and still haven’t tie the knot yet, we should just marry each other.’He was flabbergasted with her sudden request but he soon agreed to it.Maybe the ending of that night wasn’t as he expected but she left him with a teeny tiny hope that no matter what happens she’s going to be in his arms for the rest of his life.
He wished that they won't find other person to love in their life, so that they could be together forever. It is cruel. Sometimes we don't get what we want the most. But he is just another person who is in love and that love is begging to be reciprocated.He was stopped from his train of thoughts as Taeyeon called him.
”Jonghyun,of course it is still valid. Why? Do you have someone you like?Tell me!”Taeyeon eagerly asked. This is it Kim Jonghyun. Yes, just confess to her already.”Mr.Kim and Ms.Lee, we are here.” the limousine driver announced. Damn it!
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They finally arrived at the outside of Metropolis, a popular five-star lounge where Jonghyun first album will be released. From the tinted windows of the limousine, they could see the spotlights, the stretched red carpet and the photographers and paparazzi alike are standing, waiting for them to step outside. Particularly, curious who will be his date?
”Let’s go out and steal the show, milady.”It was the same phrase he muttered before they entered the ballroom during Taeyeon’s senior prom and his own senior prom. Yep, they were each other’s senior prom. Not like they didn’t get any confession from other people or not anyone is pursuing them. But, they found going out with each other was more comfortable. Unknown to Taeyeon, the real fact was Jonghyun only has eyes on Taeyeon, and Jinki not allowing the not so young Taeyeon to dance with a stranger is just another plot to match up Jonghyun and Taeyeon. Taeyeon smiled ,acknowledging the memories. Taeyeon took his hand, smiling shyly like the first time they meet.
Just like that, he was back to that particular September day when her smile leaves him shivering on a hot day.She removed her trench coat revealing a red dress.Eventhough she looks perfect in everything she wears, that wasn’t the real reason of his admiration.He falls in love with her genuine smile that wouldn’t fades away even when they grow old.
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Perfect couple. That is the exact word to describe them both. He was an average at height, have a pair of typical Asian eyes and black porcupine styled-hair. She was tall, taller than him due to the high heels; her eyes are beautiful pair of hazel, and her Goldilocks which put other girls to be green in envy. Naturally, they complement each other. They walked along the red carpet ignoring the flashing cameras. They stopped in front of the paparazzi and entertainment reporters for a short question and answer session. He takes his advantage holding her close to him, arm encircling her slim waist. Question were thrown to them, some on his album production, some on her career, she answered it preparedly and not to forget flashing her famous smile.In the midst of the bullets of questions, a question that the whole media was curious about but none of them was brave enough.But, the bravery of this one young reporter shuns the others down.
”Are you Ms.Lee and Mr.Kim dating each other?”He repeated his question anticipating her response. She smiled with a bright smile, she looked at him for approval, he nodded, she confidently answer, ”Who knows?” leaving the rhetorical question up to the reporters to interpret. Soon, the session ended and they were ushered in.
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“That was so suffocating!”Jonghyun shouted as soon they were in the club.”Welcome to my world.”Taeyeon answered mockingly.”Tara!”Key shouted behind them. They are on public, the casual calling of Taeyeon was dropped.She and Key hugged.Key was in a silver Badgley Mischka strapless cocktail dress with seas of ruffles embellishing the skirt with a black leather mule Camilla Skovgaard stilleto and her neck was adorned with Carol Marie Double Ethiopian Cross Necklace in oxidised silver. But something was off,it’s not the fact Key was practically glowing.”Wait a minute!”Taeyeon exclaimed taking Key’s hand on her palm.”You’re engaged!”Taeyeon shouted happily.Key nodded.”When? Is this Tiffany?”Taeyeon tosses rushed questions.”Just before we arrived here, and it’s Tiffany Bezet Heart 2 carat.”A manlier voice answered.”Oppa!” Taeyeon squealed. Taeyeon quickly embraced her brother, Jinki.”Congratulations.”Taeyeon muttered happily while Jinki encircled his arms around Key’s waist. Is about time they got married anyway, they have been dating for ages now.”So, Tara, when you and Jared going to date?”Key asked mockingly.”Funny, funny Key very funny.”Jonghyun who was quiet for the past minutes answered. “Anyhow, I have to prepare for my performance. Meet you guys in a bit.”Jonghyun left Taeyeon with the newly-engaged OnKey couple.”So,when are you guys getting married?”Taeyeon asked before they headed to their table.
OnKey couple as the media dubbed them was paired up at first because of both strong proctectiveness towards Taeyeon.Maybe somewhere along the weekly sleepovers at the Lee’s household and their share of being the parent role for Taeyeon.But, what actually brings them together after their long,silent admiration was the saddest day in the Lee’s household when Jinki’s and Taeyeon’s parent died in a plane crash just days away from Jinki’s high school graduation.Key saw the other side of Jinki.Usually,she sees him as the one who always makes her laugh with his dorkiness and his soft demeanour.It was Sunday morning, when Key was searching around the house for maids to help her to prepare breakfast,but instead she was presented with a rare scene of a crying Lee Jinki in the Lee’s library.Following her motherly instinct, she enveloped him in a tight hug rubbing his back in consolation.That moment they both know they need each other in their lives.They dated in secret only known by close friends,because Jinki was busy with his responsibilities and Key was just a high school student back then.But,living in uptown New York and being a part of New York royalties, they were soon discovered by the papparazi at one of their secret rendez-vous.Well, when the secret is out of the bag, the news of young CEO ,Drew Lee and budding fashion designer ,Keysha Kim became the trending topic for awhile in the streets.And, from there it’s all rainbows and sunshines for the couple.
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“The album ‘ She’ is dedicated to the one mystery girl I’ve been falling head over heels for awhile now. That’s the story behind all the songs in this album. This is a song about my love, titled She”
The person who is laughing amongst those people
That angel is my lady.
I feel childishly proud
My expression becomes like an idiot
He remembered the first time they met at a barbeque party held at his family mansion.She was a cute 10 years old girl with her strawberry blonde bob hair in a polka dot tankini sitting at the edge of the swimming pool with her feet dipped in the pool talking to a group of young heiresses.She was laughing now and then, he was mesmerized with the brilliance of her smile and that was went he tripped in front of her.It might be embarassing for the most but he felt proud because he witnessed that smile one more time.When other spoilt heiresses were laughing at him,she held her tiny hands and offered him to stand up as she politely greeted him with a simple hey.”Hey, I’m Taeyeon. What’s your name?” And, that’s how their friendship started.
She is very prideful
She never cries
How strong of a person she is
He remembered the many times she cried when he teases her around when they were little. She was courageous when her parents death was announced,she didn’t shed any tears.She let them go peacefully because she still have them in her heart and she believed that they’re looking down upon her from the Heavens. But,the real deal was when Jinki was so against her to join modelling.Jinki was fuming mad when he found out she ran away from home just to attend the audition.He was next to her that time when Jinki was spitting with anger ,shouting at her,to make it worst she was at the stage of rebelling.Jinki didn’t let her to say a word because he was on a role.She started crying,her body shaking with fear.He was panicking that time, all he does was engulfing her in a hug and Jinki stopped his enrage.Turns out,Jinki was afraid she’ll leave him to satisfy her career needs because she is the only flesh and blood Jinki has.Since that day, he never saw tears leaving her eyes.Maybe she was keeping it all to herself.
Even at my lame jokes
She is always laughing
Although, I there are times when I’m not sure if she’s honestly laughing.
The more I know you, The more I can’t understand you.
That person is my lady
*
Sometimes,he feels they’re getting distant by the second due to their different career path.Taeyeon,was never the person who expresses her feelings,she keeps everything to herself.She always said she doesn’t want to be a burden,but he wants to lighten the weight on her shoulders if she could just let him do so.She thinks she is strong,but she is more fragile than an expensive crystal vase.
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He closed his eyes as the song ended.The only image he saw was Lee Taeyeon or Tara Lee.Audience clapped with the overwhelming feelings he opened his eyes to be met with her hazel orbs.Key and Jinki obviously knows his feelings to her.”You’re so obvious.” They would always say that.But not obvious enough for her to realise.He went down the stage getting embraced by the OnKey couple and other people.And,she was the last to embrace him.”You’re were awesome up there.”Taeyeon complimented him.”That is so not what Tara Lee would say to Jared Kim because she would always criticise him .”Jonghyun teased her.She chuckled .”Jared and Tara,can I talk with both of you now.”His manager asked them.”I wonder why I have to follow.”Taeyeon questioned confusedly.
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“The fans wanted both of you to date.”The manager blurted out frantically.”What? This is ridiculous.”Jonghyun shouted ,even though he felt happy and completely fine with it.He glanced at Taeyeon ,waiting for a response.”Why not? We’re just acting right? It’ll be good for your popularity and press won’t ask dating related questions anymore.”Taeyeon answered.The manager smiled happily while Jonghyun blinked disbelievingly.”Shall we get back to the dancefloor now?”Taeyeon smiled while clinging on his arm.Jonghyun stared at her.”What? We have to make people believe this? Psh.”Taeyeon answered.
~The rest of night was filled with bubbling laughter and the OnKey couple eagerness to get married.With Key already planning who would be baking their wedding cake and assigning Taeyeon as her maid of honour. They’ll be married in a December following Key’s childhood dream to have a winter wedding. As a small present for them ,Jonghyun stood up again to sing.”Guitar please,I’m dedicating this song to the newly engaged couple a close friend of mine; Drew Lee and the popular Keysha Kim.Congratulations! And,not to forget for my beautiful date and my best friend for 10 years Tara Lee.More than Words.”
The guitar strummed calmingly as Jonghyun started to sing the song wholehertedly.It was another coward confession of his admiration to Taeyeon.He smiled seeing how every people on the dance floor have their own partner,leaving his date alone on the dance floor cluelessly.He invited Taeyeon to the stage with a hand gesture.
Saying "I love you"
Is not the words I want to hear from you
It's not that I want you
Not to say, but if you only knew how easy
It would be to show me how you feel
It’s funny how obvious he acted around her but she was too blind to notice.Maybe she was too used to his company that she doesn’t find anything out of order.Even when action speaks louder than words she is still clueless.Taeyeon,Taeyeon,how could I show you what you mean to me.
What would you say if I took those words away
Then you couldn't make things new
Just by saying "I love you"
More than words
She climbed on the stage taking a seat next to him. He let her sing melodiously. He wondered why didn’t’ she took singing lessons. She has a very angelic voice. The crowd’s attention was on her as she strung the song perfectly.
Now but I've tried to talk to you
And make you understand
All you have to do is close your eyes
And just reach out your hands
And touch me
Hold me close, don't ever let me go
She chuckled in embarrassment once her eyes darted at her brother and Key who is kissing at this rate.She was blushing crimson red.He knows she doesn’t get her first kiss yet.She vows that she’s only going to give her first kiss and her chasitity to her husband which he can’t help but to pray will be his.
More than words
Is all I ever needed you to show
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me
'Cause I'd already know
He likes to believe that nobody knows her more than him.The way her lips twitches when she’s nervous, the way she gives her everything when she dances because it means a lot to her just like what music to him.He could list down her habits but he knows it will never reach the end because he is going to add everyday.
More than words
More than words
More than words
More than words
More than words
*
They ended the song in a unison .Receiving loud cheers and thumping claps of hands.He glances at her who was widely smile with red cheeks.
After the party has ended,all four of them waited for their ride.Key andJinki went back with Jinki’s Ferrari.Leaving Taeyeon and Jonghyun waiting for their own ride.”I’ll just take the taxi.”Taeyeon announced readily wearing her trench coat.”No way.I’m letting you go home in a taxi.You’re coming with me.”Jonghyun dragged the stubborn girl before she’ll even dare to object to his black Lamborghini Reventon,that his manager kindly brought to the club.Taeyeon whined at first,but soon her whining stopped as she closed her eyes.
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After the car pulled out in front of Taeyeon’s apartment building,Jonghyun tried to wake Taeyeon up but she won’t budge even an inch.”Taeyeon,we’re here.”Jonghyun said while trying to wake her up.”5 more minutes.”Jonghyun can’t help but smile at her innate cuteness,how come a 20 years old still be cute.”I’ll carry you then.”Jonghyun threatened.Still,no response.Jonghyun get out of the driver side and quickly opened the passenger side,carrying Taeyeon in a bridal style.He called out the valet throwing his car keys to him skillfully.Oblivious to both of them paparazzi was capturing their pictures from the corner of the building.Headlines tomorrow morning will be one of the hottest of the century.
Paris
~As he walked along the corridor of the old building at 9 in the morning wearing a white V-neck with a vibrant blue blazer and a spectacles over his eyes.The French girls in his campus were shrieking like a bunch of banshees and most of them were swearing in French and the guys were a little bit out of mood today.It was purely out of scene at the usually quiet ’ École nationale des beaux-arts de Lyon’, a renowned art school in France.He’s been here for the past 4 years of his life eagerly studying the refinement of art.Eventhough,he is the sole heir of his ancestor company back in Korea,business wasn’t his ultimate interest.He was thankful for his parents understanding his interest thus sending him here in this foreign land to further his studies.Well, everything comes with a price,every summer vacation, he would be joining his father back in Korea handling business matters,not that he can complain about it.He found himself enjoying the job, perhaps business runs in his blood.
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He entered the art room.The girls attention was on a newspapers which is a very rare view.They kept shrieking and some of them were fangirling.Curious,he asked one of his classmates.
Camille,ce qui s'est passé? He enquiries one of his classmates,well,his class are mostly made of girls.
(Camille,what happened?)The girl went overdrive which is also another rare scene.Usually,Camille is a calm and collected girl who he enjoyed doing his project with.
Jared Kim est rumeur datant de Tara Lee. She shrieked and God his ears are almost deaf thanks to her shrieking.
(Jared Kim is rumoured dating Tara Lee.)
His heart died a little bit. He asked Camille for the newspaper. He read it with intensity. It said: Jared was seen carrying Tara into her apartment building and never seen out after that. It also said that Tara was also Jared’s date to his album release. And, the song Jared written”She” probably associated to Tara, who Jared said is ‘a coward confession to a mystery girl I’ve been falling head over heels for awhile now.’He returned the newspapers back to Camille.He rested his head on the desk looking outside through the windows.He saw a tall tree and memories came flashing back to him.
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“Oppa,do I look pretty in this?”A young girl with a bob haircut was twirling in front of him wearing a large black dress that belongs to the young girl’ mother.But,her oppa was busily reading his too thick novel for a 12 years old boy, underneath the tall tree,only looking at her under his eyelids.The young girl pouted as her oppa doesn’t seem to be interested,not even looking at her for once.”Oppa,nappeun!”She shouted and soon small sobs ensued.He was taken aback with the sobs from the cute little girl who is sitting in front of him.”Yeonnie,I’m sorry but the story was too interesting.”He tried to calm the young girl.But,her sobs amplified.”Fine,I’ll turn into a book because Oppa cares about his books more than me.”The young girl said as she hid her tear-stricken face in her palms.The young boy rose from his sitting position to the young girl tilting her chin making her look at him.He wipes off her tears with his thumb as the young girl gazes at him.”I’m sorry,you know oppa hates it when Yeonnie cries.”He explained.The young girl lips quickly formed to a small smile.He caresses her cheeks,inching nearer to her ,touching their lips together.The young girl cheeks flushes in pink and he chuckles looking at his cute friend.That’s how he lost his first kiss.
* Lyrics taken from English translation of She - TVXQ
*Lyrics taken from More Than Words - Westlife