Chapter 7 - Home

After a ton of days. Lauren and Jihye didn't stop throwing texts, Jihye is still being the bold one while Lauren is riding to it but also her heart is beating and she felt butterflies to her stomach. Lauren being the teasy girl she is she likes to tease Jihye a lot causing Jihye to whine nonstop.

Lauren really loves and she usually coos Jihye a lot. Whenever Jihye wants Lauren's selfies and Lauren is planning to tease her she doesn't have any choice but to whine because she realizes that Lauren really loves it.

Lauren was already feeling comfortable towards the dancer especially they are throwing text from time to time they even tried to call and do video calls since Lauren is really lazy to type sometimes. Of course, Jihye on the other hand fell in love more she knew that everything is perfect nicely.

Jihye has been working on everything in the penthouse. Her members helped her especially repainting the walls that Lauren likes and redesigning some furniture. She doesn't want to hire some workers because she wants to show Lauren that she's willing to do everything for her and give everything to her.

They have been doing it for one week and to her surprise, it was finished one day before Lauren comes home, she also bought some new things for her dogs and Lauren's and displayed all the gifts that their friends gave.

Jihye was currently sitting in the living room, she called Dohyun, Dowon, and Leslie to come and look out the place. Yujim was with her since Ara and Megan are doing something at the company. Just then, Jihye heard a knock on the door and she opened it.

"Mommy, Dowon" Jihye gave them a hug, and Dowon pat her shoulder "Come in" The married couple came in and she realized that Dohyun is not around

"I'm here," Dohyun said holding a box so Jihye opened the door widely

"You should have to ask your Dad to help Dohyun," Leslie said wiping the dirt in his cheeks "No, I can do it" Dohyun looked around as Jihye closed the door, She looked at Leslie, Dowon, and Dohyon who's looking around and rechecking some things. Jihye told them that they will tour them.

The kitchen was marbled white, all the appliances are luxurious and it came from America. The new plates are also displayed in the new cups and utensils.

The living room was consists of some new furniture, There are scented candles and the walls are color gray. The wedding picture was also hanging on the wall and Lauren's photoshoots and hers. The next thing is the master's bedroom it was color white and the big bed that she will share soon with Lauren.

Jihye counties the tour explaining how she finished everything for one week. They are all gathered in the living room and Jihye gave them some juice and some sandwich to eat.

"Do you think Lauren will love this?" Jihye asked a bit nervous, she really doesn't know if her wife will love it. She really wanted to impress her and wanted her to be happy. She was just looking at Lauren's parents.

"Lauren will love this, she really loves marble things and it's very luxurious. She will surely appreciate this" Leslie said looking around, Jihye sighed in relief and looked at the box "Mind to tell me what's in the box?" The Dancer asked and Dohyun smiled and nodded. The boy opened it and Jihye got confused to see all the vintage things.

"Uh? what exactly is that?" Jihye asked curiously as Leslie smiled and took the Antique Typewriter 

"Lauren really likes Antique things, this typewriter is mine and Ben's. She's trying to keep all the things that Ben and I used she doesn't want to sell them. In her company in Los Angeles the typewriter that her Grandparents used was in her office she still uses it sometimes but she just displays it since it looks good in her office. She really likes vintage and retros. Maybe you could put this in her office at this house. Is it already fixed?" Leslie asked 

Jihye was looking at the things she found it cool that her wife really like these things. She even found some old cameras that surely Ara and her friends will be happy to see it "I haven't, maybe you guys can help me design it?" Jihye asked

"Oh, you know I won't say no to that" Dowon said causing Jihye to smile

"Me too," Dohyun said brightly 

"Alright, let's start" 

They started to work on Lauren's office, originally when Jihye was staying in the penthouse this is usually her office to work on something but now that she has a wife that is working in the company she will need this more. Jihye bought some wallpapers, It was just ten in the morning and surely this will be finished in the evening. Leslie was the one cleaning the vintage things that she bought. 

Jihye being the girl who loves to build and fix things she builds a display case it's very coincidence since she needs to put all her awards in that case. Dohyun decided to work on the wallpapers with the help of Dowon while Jihye worked on the display case. She will be changing the wood and cleaning the glass. Just then, Ara, Megan, and Yujin came with food. The girls were surprised to see the adults, they decided to take a break and have some snacks. 

They came back with working the girls helped so it will be much easier to design and finish everything early. Once Jihye was done fixing the display cabinet, the wallpaper is done, the vintage things are all cleaned they already decided where they would place everything. Leslie explained that Lauren loves to see a beautiful view while she's working so Jihye decided to place the table in the big window that will surely see the view. 

The girls helped Jihye push the display cabinet near the bathroom door, Jihye also decided to put on a couch so her wife could lay down if she became exhausted. Once everything was in place the girls and Jihye decided to put all the vintage things in the display case. Ara was so amazed seeing an old camera while the two girls were amazed by Leslie's stories about it. Jihye was checking if the Typewriter is still working but to her dismay, it wasn't working anymore. 

"Do you have any idea how to fix it Noona?" Dohyun asked while looking at it 

"I tried to fix it but it's still not working," Dowon said 

"I see, the main problem is the Ribbon Installation this usually occurs in two areas how to ribbon I placed around the spools and how it is fitted on the ribbon vibrator. If the ribbon's typography gets filthy or smeared, the characters on the paper will be illegible. The ribbon will very certainly need to be changed in this scenario." Jihye said while still looking, Dowon and Dohyun was surprised not being able to process while the girls are just blinking not knowing what to say and Leslie was just grinning even though she doesn't understand what Jihye said 

"I guess I will just replace the ribbon. I have some in my family's house" They just nodded and Jihye just displayed the typewriter. Promising she will fix this before Lauren arrived tomorrow. They continued the small things until it was already complete. Jihye and the rest of the people beside her were grinning. Leslie was very much thankful that Jihye is very

understanding and hardworking she is really showing how much she loves her wife. 

The girls and Leslie cooked dinner while Jihye is already upstairs, she was just finished taking a bath. It was already seven in the evening it means it's four in the morning in Los Angeles. Jihye was smiling from ear to ear since she was back reading her conversation with her wife. Jihye is already trying to show her affection and goos thing Lauren was fine with it so she needs to step up her game now that her wife is already coming home tomorrow. 

Jihye came down and the food was already served, she sat beside Yujin. They are listening to Dohyun's story it was about Daeun's experience when she was a trainee. Of course, Jihye was listening because she also wanted to know her sister-in-law's experience as a trainee in YG knowing she also experienced that for eight years of training. Just then, Leslie already started talking about Dohyun's plan when he finished school. Jihye was indeed happy knowing Dohyun will follow in his sister's footsteps and he also asked about Ara's dance academy soon. 

Jihye was surprised that Dohyun danced since Dowon confessed that he was a dance mentor back when he was in his twenties of course the girls praised him and even asked him to help them sometimes when they are struggling with the steps, of course, Dowon didn't say no that especially his daughter in law was also a Dancer. The girls also learned about Lauren's experience when she was in her teens, Leslie explained how Lauren manage her time, how she takes care of herself, and at the same time her Dad. Leslie even confessed that she wanted to stay with Lauren for about a month but she has no time because she has some busy schedules now this is just her time to spend her time with her first daughter. 

Of course, Dowon and Dohyun understand that because of course, Lauren is still her child. One thing that Dowon just wished maybe someday soon she can adopt Lauren since he felt her wife's daughter that he still needs a man in her life. Jihye was happy knowing Lauren's new people in her life were very supportive and also waiting for her to be comfortable with them for sure she's one of them and she promised she will do everything just for her and no one will stop her. 

Jihye explained to her brother-in-law the company that her parents were running. It was just like the agency and company that Lauren has but based in Korea. She also said that their company was like the baby version of Lauren's but she also explained they also have a company regarding business she will also be managing that soon when she has already decided whether she will renew her contract in the agency or not. But, she can also do both she really doesn't mind. 

The night continued and they are telling some funny stories, laughing and the adults are getting to know Jihye's members more while the girls are asking about Lauren more. Leslie really found that the girls really like her daughter to Jihye since they explained how Jihye is really whipped and even planning to steal her away from Ben and her. Of course, Jihye is blushing hard and trying to stop them but their members aren't listening. The two boys are just laughing finding it very hilarious. At least, they know that Jihye's intentions are good and just plan to make a family and love the CEO. 

Around ten in the evening when they all go home. Jihye washed all the dishes and have a rest on the couch, her dog instantly went to her lap as Jihye patted the dog's head. She was looking at the big picture frame, it was their wedding picture. It was the best day of her life and she just hope that someday soon Lauren will give any importance to it. She knows it was a long way to go to have her trust but she's willing to wait and be patient because she knows that love shouldn't be rushed. 

Jihye sigh and stood up wanting to rest, she wasn't the one picking up her wife since her wife's planes will land in Incheon Airport for sure a lot of photographers and Dispatch will be there. They don't want to get caught. Lauren promised her that she will just see her in the entertainment since she has a meeting with the three CEOs. With that, Jihye already went to her dreamland. 

Meanwhile was already on her way to Korea. It was her last flight and after three stopovers this is already the last one. She is very exhausted even her two dogs named Lei and Liz of course before they leave Los Angeles Lauren made sure that all the money will be going straight to her company in Korea, even though she trusted all the employees in her company she still has some trust issues of leaving the money with them, they just need to contact her if they need the money. The CEO of her company in Los Angeles was her well-known and professional manager named Megan, while the music agency is being managed by her manager while the hotel and restaurant were being checked every day by her assistants. 

Of course, Lauren visited her dad's grave for the last time together with her dogs. Promising Ben that she will come back very soon maybe she'll bring Jennie to finally see her Dad. Lauren sighs and rests her head in her seat. Suzy was beside her reading some magazines. She was in business class, of course, all her professional's bodyguard was with her even her three personal assistants. It was really her Dad's order to protect his only daughter at all costs. Lauren is all close to them they are just like a group of friends. Laurene was looking at the window when Suzy spoke. 

"Are you planning to train some Koreans who are willing to be an actress?" Suzy asked looking at her laptop while Lauren looked at her curiously 

"No, did you already open the auditions for the idol section?" Lauren asked looking at Suzy 

"I did, should I close it again?" Lauren shook her head "Did someone pass an acting audition?" Lauren asked and Suzy nodded and even showed it to her boss.

Lauren smiled since she was so good "We can accept her but just her, We can't handle a ton of trainees since I'm also handling a survival show" Suzy nodded and emailed the girl who auditioned. 

Lauren sighs and closed her eyes, she really likes managing this kind of thing since her Grandmother Leslie's side was also experienced being a trainee while her grandparents on Ben's side was singer and model so it wasn't very surprising that Lauren is also a talented girl and a celebrity. It seems like that her Dad and Mom are also showing that they didn't just want her to marry Jihye just to keep their friendship stronger with Jihye's parents and pass the wealth but also to continue to have a celebrity or CEO in her life. 

Lauren is just the only child of Walton's meaning in Ben's side family Lauren is their first grandchild she's the Unica Hija. Ben really doesn't have a big family he\'s the only child this is also the reason why he really protects his only daughter it was also ordered by Ben's parents. Of course, they knew Lauren's marriage they are very happy that Lauren married an idol and they couldn't wait to meet them Lauren promised them that they will meet her soon. 

Being an only child, being the only granddaughter just hits different knowing her parent's family side was a celebrity back then she will instantly become famous.  It was hard for her at first but she got used to it when she became a CEO and a model. 

Lauren opened her eyes and looked at Suzy who's typing

"Hey, Suzy?" Suzy smiled and looked at her boss as she ask what's wrong "Does Megan knows that you were the one that she has a one-night stand with?" Suzy wasn't surprised by the question at all. They are really like a sister and best friends, Suzy usually tells all about her whereabouts. 

"She actually manages to remember everything when she saw me at your wedding" Lauren raised her brow and smiled 

"What happened?" The CEO turned her full attention wanting to know everything, Suzy chuckled and closed her laptop

"We actually talked all about it after I came out from the room you were staying in. She confessed that she was trying to find me and even asked the employees in the bar that we met and Now, that we've met she confessed that she likes me and you know to ask me out on a date" Lauren formed an 'o' but squealed 

"So, you'll meet her at the company?" Lauren asked as she nodded wanting to show her boss if she can, Lauren shook her head while smiling "You need a break. Go on a date with her and get to know each other. I really don't mind, you shouldn't drown yourself just working you should also do the things that you like" 

Suzy squeezed her boss's shoulder "Thank you, but just so you know I'm happy working in the company, I love working in that place, I need to look after you. I can't leave you for twenty minutes because I wanted to know if you're doing okay and still breathing" Lauren chuckled and Suzy smiled "I know being an only child is hard especially when your parents are you know separated"

"But in your case, you don't have your parents," Lauren said

"I already don't have them but I know they are still in my heart and they are looking at me from above. To be honest with you, I consider you as my family your like my sister." Lauren couldn't help but grin 

"How'd you say that?" The curious Lauren asked while smiling

"Even though I was supposed to be looking out for you, You mostly look out for me, you helped with my problems, my shits in life, and my needs. You treat me well that I really appreciate a lot. You are my role model because you inspired me to work hard and to be a professional like you. I'm still really thinking about how in the world did I reach this." Lauren just hugged Suzy tightly. To be honest, Suzy can't stop texting her if she's away for too long asking her if she was okay, she never leaves her side whenever they are shopping together or at work, she still stops by at her house just to check on her and ask her if she was doing alright. Suzy was like her big sister because she is older than her. 

"I'm thankful that you're here just so you know and you're like my big sister. You deserve that though, you're really working hard and I couldn't be more thankful because you are here to help me" Suzy sighed and lean in her after a two-minute hug Lauren pulled out "Even though I'm married please stay" Suzy giggled and looked at her 

"You know I won't" Lauren chuckled but she wanted to ask a question

"Uh, Incase that you and Megan are really for each other and had kids. Uhm, are gonna allow them to be in the media?" Lauren wanted to ask this since her wife is a famous CEO and dancer even though they are just in Arranged Marriage there's the chance that she might fall in love with Jihye and everything works out pretty well. She couldn't deny her admiration towards her wife, especially since her cheesy line is too serious. 

"Hmmm, Megan really likes music so there are chances that one of them will be an idol but in my perspective I want one of them to work in your company. You know, be like me so your future child can be friends with them" Lauren smiled "Why? are you thinking of having kids with Jihye?" Suzy wiggled her eyebrows and Lauren chuckled. 

"Maybe, knowing Jihye is a famous dancer some of them can be a dancer too but we don't know if she is really the one. You know I'm still at the level of getting completely comfortable towards her" Lauren said 

"We'll get there" Lauren smiled at Suzy and sighed. It's not like she wants to rush to have kids but all she wants is a real family and have her own kid. She wanted to feel what it's like to be a mother and to be the best wife but there's this urge of her that she's showing Jihye that she's not a cold person but a soft one. Lauren just closed her eyes and try to fall asleep. 

Lauren just arrived in Korea, of course, a lot of photographers and her fans were there. It became hard passing and walking to the exit since it was so crowded that even Lauren's bodyguards are having a hard to finding it but good thing Suzy knows the way. Here she is now in the car on the way to her wife's entertainment, both of her dog's head was in her lap while Suzy is in the passenger seat. She just threw Jihye a text and looked at the window. Just then, her phone vibrates, and smiled when she saw it was from Jennie.

From My Wifey:

You're on your way here??? I can't wait to see you!! Finally, I'm gonna be seeing your Gorgeous face again

Laurene smiled and blushed

To Lauren (Wifey):

Oh really? Can I hug you when I see you? 

Lauren doesn't know but she badly needs a hug from her. Even though she has a hug from Suzy it's not enough or maybe she just wants to hug her because of her whines that she always coo at. 

Jihye, on the other hand, couldn't stop jumping from happiness her members were looking at her weirdly not wanting to ask what's going on because they found it weird. She just can't believe Lauren wanted her hug and of course, she wouldn't deny that.

FromMy Wifey:

Of course, why do you want my hug? Did you miss me? I know I'm Gorgeous 

Lauren scoffed and giggle

To Lauren (Wifey):

Don't be such a full of yourself. You can't do anything I'll hug you

From My Wifey:

oooooh. Okay, then Honey I won't say no to that 

Lauren just shake her head while grinning. They are already near and her dogs were looking at the window seeing the tall buildings. She was wearing her business outfit from YSL and a high heel. She needs to be presentable knowing she's gonna be facing to face with the CEOs of the entertainment. After a good, twenty minutes they finally arrived. Suzy and William came out first while Romel took out Lei and Liz with muzzles of course they had to know these two dogs are Dobermans and even though they are trained they also tend to bite. 

Lauren fixed herself as William opened the car door for her, there are fans outside the entertainment and they waved at everyone and she decided to stay outside for a minute so the photographers had a chance to take some pictures. After five minutes, all her bodyguards surround Lauren as they came inside, Suzy is just behind her and looking at her schedule. Lauren was about to enter the elevator when someone called her. It was her sister, Daeun. Laurene smiled and opened her arms when Daeun is coming closer to her. 

She engulfed her with a hug and kiss the top of her head "What are you doing here? she asked and pulled out the hug 

"I heard some commotion and people shouting your name so I decided to come down" Lauren smiled and the elevator opened, they both went inside and Daeun cling to her 

"I've heard that you're gonna have a comeback? Aren't you supposed to be recording?" The CEO asked 

"I just finished recording my part. Are you gonna have a meeting?" Lauren hummed and fixed her hair "I will see you later or tomorrow?" 

"Well if you will go home tomorrow you'll see me. I'm gonna be going home straight at Jihye's penthouse" Daeun grinned and kiss her sister's cheek. The elevator opened meaning it was Daeun's stopped. Lauren said bye to her and she left. Lauren sigh and wait another 7 more floors just then the elevator dinged and the doors opened. Her eyes widened seeing her Wife Jihye and her members standing with their mouths hanging open. Suzy is trying not to smile since they look like they saw a ghost while Lauren raises her brow trying not to grin since she saw Jihye's cheeks. The idols came back to reality when one of Lauren's bodyguards came out from the other elevator with Lei and Liz. The four idols step aside wanting to pass the CEO. 

Once Lauren was out she turned to face her wife as Ara and Megan elbowed her as they left. Megan was already with Suzy. Jihye came close to Lauren and open her arms. 

"Welcome back?" Jihye said a bit nervous wondering if the hug was true. Lauren chuckled and came close to her and slowly hug her. Jihye slowly circled her arms around her wife's waist since Lauren's arms were in her shoulder. Lauren feels like this is the warmth that she has been finding it feels like she's in her home. 

Jihye on the other hand felt complete. Finally, her wife is with her. After two weeks without her, it feels like her world are too lonely even though Lauren doesn't know what she truly feels about her. Lauren is her home it will always be her and her. Lauren slowly pulled out the hug and looked at Jihye. The door opened and Lauren saw that it was one of the staff that will be in the meeting. Lauren sigh 

"Shall we go home after my meeting?" she asked Jihye 

"Of course, I will be waiting for you outside" Lauren nodded and let go of Jihye. Quickly goes inside the meeting room because she badly wants to go home. Jihye on the other hand was zoned out since the hug was serious. Ara and Yujin pat her butt and Jihye groaned. 

"I see that Lauren is already being comfortable. When is the baby?" Ara and Yujin wiggled their eyebrows as Jihye flickered their forehead. 

"Stop it" Jihye rolled her eyes and left sitting with Roseanne. Yujin and Ara just laugh. 

After the two-hour meeting, Lauren is finally in Jennie's car. The two dogs are in the backseat good thing they didn't attack Jihye. Lauren fell asleep while Jihye is just admiring her when there's a stoplight. She just can't believe that her wife is her long-time crush. Lauren is indeed beautiful, perfect, and hot. All she wants is her. Not anyone. It was really in her dreams to marry Lauren and it finally happened. She looked at Lauren's left hand wherein the ring is on her ring finger. It fits so perfectly. She just wondered if her fans will fit perfectly if she has the chance to intertwine it with her. She's waiting for that moment. 

The green light went and Jihye drove off. It was a thirty-minute drive and the penthouse was also a private property that Lauren could really have her own privacy. Jihye gave out her card and parked the car, as much as she wants to see Lauren sleeping she needed to wake her up because they just arrived. She smiled wanting to call her the endearment that she wants. 

"Honey, wake up," Jihye said lightly rubbing her arms. Lauren instantly woke up not used to the scent of the car she instantly looked at Jihye and felt relief when she saw her wife "We're here" Jihye said as Lauren smiled and nodded. Jihye came out of the car and quickly went to open Lauren's side. Of course, Lauren blushed and mumbled a thank you. Romel took out the two dogs and Jihye pat their heads. 

Jihye was the one who held Lauren's duffle bags while going inside the penthouse. Lauren wanted to say that she can handle it but Jihye being stubborn she don't want her wife to hold anything. 

"Gentlewoman" Lauren said to her mind while looking at Jihye opening that penthouse. 

Lauren instantly looked around and she was amazed at how luxurious it is. She was also surprised that all the colors that she wants were applied to every part of the penthouse.  Jihye was just looking at her wondering if she likes it. They were in the living room and Lauren was looking around grinning. She even saw the wedding picture. 

"I can't believe you decided to hang this" Lauren said looking at it closely, she smiled when she saw how Jihye held her softly. 

"I had to. We own this penthouse" Lauren blushed and she looks at her dogs laying already at the Orthopedic Dog bed. She smiled her dogs seemed so comfortable. 

"Are you happy with this place?" Jihye asked curiously 

Lauren couldn't lie but this feels like "This is my Home. My new Home" Lauren said looking at Jihye straight in the eyes