Chapter 3

Lauren was currently signing some papers in her room, she had just come home since she drop Dohyun at his university while she decided to have brunch with Daeun near their company. Tomorrow is her wedding day and here she is now planning how in the world would she manage her company now that she's gonna get married soon to a stranger.

Leslie knock on her door and Lauren just told her to come in as Leslie did "Here's some tea for you. Your wedding dress should be here tonight, do you want to meet your makeup artist?" Lauren looked at her Mom who sat in her bed but smiled "Can you just surprise me?" Lauren asked causing her Mom to nod happily "Baby, I know is hard to sink in right now. But, I just want you to know that this is also for you, for us, and for your future" Lauren nodded remembering what her brother told her.

Lauren already know that she will be married to a girl when she knew that she really wanted to back out, she's not into girls since like she said she wanted to have some kids in the future. But, Beom suk explained to her about her daughter's situation but still... She had a conversation with her Mom privately. She came back to reality when she remembered what her dad told her, love is love. She could love any gender that she likes whatever it takes. Lauren just slides it off, besides maybe it really her future to be married of the same gender.

"I know, I'm just thinking how will I manage the company now that I'm gonna be married especially she's an idol" Leslie nodded also thinking a way on how will she really handle everything all her business was in Los Angeles "We will think about that after your wedding alright? You don't have to worry all of Jennie's circle of friends are good and besides they are just the ones who will attend your wedding" Lauren nodded while looking at her Mom.

She just needs one thing she wishes for this arranged marriage she wants it closed doors, no reception just straight to vows. She doesn't want it to know to media and also it was also her spouse safety coming to know that Jihye is a freaking famous CEO and she doesn't want to break everything yet because she will be in an arranged marriage.

Leslie and Chahee helped Lauren planning about her business and talk about the plans. They just decided to talk about it today since both Jiyong and Chaerin came. Lauren told them that right after the wedding she will be leaving because Suzy just contacted her that she needs to interview some new interns, new employees a lot of clients waiting and meetings. Which both adults nodded in agreement. Besides, Jihye for sure will understand her.

They decided that Lauren will probably visit L.A. if she has some important things to do. Besides, she has a lot of workers she will be having a really big meeting assigning some new workers managing this and that because she knew to herself that she will be spending a lot more time in Korea since first of all, she will be handling some auditions in five companies and doing a survival show that it will take for more than 6 months and after that, she will come back to L.A. to be trained by some professionals.

But little did Lauren know her Mom Leslie has a big surprise for her, they are currently on their way to their big surprise. Suzy was beside Lauren who's currently looking at the window she was confused because there are two familiar cars in front of them and behind them "Where exactly are we going?" Lauren asked Suzy but looking at her Mom and Dowon "You'll see boss" Suzy winked that she can't contain her own happiness. The girl just went silent really thinking where the hell is they going.

"What is this place? Woah it's cool" Lauren was amazed at how big the building is. She saw some busy people on their phones, reading some files, running because they are late for their work or busy with their phones. She also saw that their attire was very expensive. Good thing she wears her luxury business attire.

"Now, we have arrived" Lauren furrowed her brows when Dowon stopped the car "Where?" The unknown girl asked "397-5 Hapjeong-dong,

Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea" Lauren's brows were furrowed and blinking many times she was confused, her Mom came out from the car gesturing one of Laurene's bodyguards to open the car door for her.

"Miss Walton, You may come out" Lauren looked at the Man "William?" Lauren asked confusedly "What in the world are you doing here?" Lauren said getting out of the car as Suzy is fixing her attire "Romel? Aren't you guys supposed to be at Los Angeles?" The girl asked but she saw four more of her professional bodyguards coming out from the car. She asked her Mom what's going on but she managed to shut up when she saw the freaking huge building.

It was luxury, just like what she wanted and what she dreamed of it to look like. A lot of people were in the staircase, they were non-Korean and mostly also it was her employees in Los Angeles. But there are new workers and they are Koreans. There are a total of six bodyguards and Lauren was surrounded by them this was just like the feeling when she was opening her own business and the video that she watched when her Dad opened his modeling agency. Suzy was beside her calming her down because she could feel that Lauren was sweating and nervous.

The bodyguards started and Lauren started walking with them, she knows what to do. She's the CEO and she knows everything. Once they stepped into the staircase all of the workers are bowing for the respect they stopped when they are at the entrance. William and Romel opened the entrance and Lauren gasped at how huge it is, but she realized that this is what she wanted for her new building, she remembered she drew this, and with that she got confused more.

They walked inside still in that kind of position, she also saw the familiar faces the CEOs she signed with also bowing at her once they reached the very front there was a picture of her Dad and her. There were a lot of chairs and there was a big tv screen.

Laurene sat in the front as Suzy sat beside her. The video played and to her surprise, it was a picture of her and Ben, Lauren smiled. It was a video wherein she is still a baby and now a full grow up girl. Ben explains how she became successful and how proud he is. Lauren couldn't help but tear up Suzy handed her the tissue.

"The building that you are in right now my lovely daughter. Is for you, The building that you are stepping in right is yours which we named Walton's Entertainment and Modeling Agency. I stole your design that you were making for almost a month and the digital art that you made on your laptop. I secretly decided to center that in South Korea, knowing your spouse is from that country. If you drive for 20 minutes more you will see your spouse's company. But, this is my last gift for you. The building that you've been really dreaming of. Now that it's built please make someone be a star and mentor them. I love you so much sweetheart" The video ended and everyone is clapping their hands while Lauren is crying, she couldn't believe that even though her Dad is too sick he still managed to do this for her. She was supposed to build this in New York but to her surprise, it was in Korea already but she doesn't mind at all right now.

"This was built by my Dad," she said to herself.

Her Mom hugged her tightly and Dowon is rubbing her back. Lauren was sniffing non-stop and Leslie is telling her that everything will be fine and just enjoy her work more often. She pulled out the hug and Lauren smiled when her Mom is wiping her tears happily. Lauren's friends also arrived still with their luggage and she laughed because they look so cute. They give them a hug and talked to them a bit.

Finally "Miss. Walton" The CEO of YG said Lauren smiled "Mr. Yang" she took his hand for a handshake and pulled out she just talked to the CEO of the two entertainments and this is the last person that she needs to talk to "Congratulations"

"Thank you very much, I believe you are Daeun's boss?" Laurene asked grabbing some champagne to the waitress "Yes and your soon-to-be wife's Personal Assistant when it come o her modeling Agency" Lauren nodded and told him that the audition will be moved 1 month after the wedding.

"Is there anything I need to know handling a CEO when it comes to marriage?" Laurene asked Yang laughed "you know nothing is different. Jihye is such a good girl but really don't mind especially Jihye's back from the country she will probably be more focused on you, Her Mom told me she could do whatever they want and be married whenever she like. It's gonna be her decision if she wants to make it public and show you to the media. But her parents told be that they need to do this because of their wishes. You can also go with her whenever she had some schedules and things to finish" Lauren nodded telling Yang to continue "But, Jihye is really bold you might fall in love with her instantly" Lauren nodded but just blushed"So, I don't have any problem to deal with?" She asked

"No, just be the wife material," Yang said causing him to laugh when Laurene just shake her head in disbelief while smiling. She just can't believe that she will be married to a Co - CEO.

The day has continued, Lauren gave herself a tour of the building to check if everything is doing okay, the elevators are working and the important rooms that she needs in the building to her surprise it was all complete and ready to go. They ended their day with a happy face. Lauren decided to go with her friends to have dinner and have a bit of a drink beside Daeun's dorm with her members.

Besides, the church will be a bit close and Lauren decided to just stay there so she doesn't have to use the car.

"So, your wedding will be tomorrow. How are you feeling?" Gabbie asked, Lauren just shrugged her shoulders while drinking her wine straight and pour another one. Even though her brother was there to advise her she still couldn't feel anything as of now. She likes she just wants to walk away and never come back.

"You know, you can just back out if you really don't want to. I mean, they are like controlling your life but -" Ellie was cut off by Lauren "No, I need to. Regret will be in me forever if I didn't, the company that I have right now here in Korea was built by my Dad he manage to steal my design because it was his gift for me. To be honest, I really want to back out. I want to just go back to Los Angeles but I can't know I'm trapped here already" Her friends sighed and nodded slightly they could feel Lauren's sadness

"You know whatever happens we will always be there for you, even though you know you're marrying an idol I know no one's gonna stop us from seeing you. But I just want to remind you that, even though you're married nothing's gonna change because your surname just changed not your life well your life will change if you both fall in love with each other, make a family that wouldn't be a problem with us, to be honest. It's really a good thing" Mai said assuring Lauren, she was a big pop fan and she knows how crazy in love is Jihye to her it was all over in the media every time Jihye will be having an interview with something.

Lauren doesn't know about it because she wasn't really looking at it and is not into pop so she doesn't know what's happening in the world, whoever is crushing on her and doesn't know someone really admires her. But going back, Lauren just noted that in her mind. Maybe, that girl will be really her future, maybe she really is the one.

The night was full of advice and sweetness well even though it was arranged they are congratulating her because it's still her wedding day right?

On the other hand, Jihye was just looking at Lauren's picture while her members are drinking some wine. The girls are very excited since Megan told them who will be Jihye's spouse, Megan knew about this because her sister was Melaine the lawyer. She was the one who handled the marriage contract her sister just plead with her not to tell anything to Jihye because her parents wanted to surprise her.

"Can I just run away?" Jihye asked looking at Lauren's picture and drinking her wine "Can I just find the girl of my dream and never come back in here? I just want to be with her and I never want to let her go" She said the three girls just shakes their heads.

"Jih, don't overthink about this okay? Just be ready for tomorrow and finish everything. You know maybe you could divorce her right after the wedding and you can leave and find your Lauren" Yujin joked, of course, it is a joke. Jihye wouldn't do that if she knew she will be married to her long-time crush.

"Just go for it Jih, We don't know but maybe Lauren is already married secretly and has her own family" Ara joke and regret it instantly when Jihye threw her some daggers "Oh yeah right Imma shut up before you kill me" Jihye really doesn't want to think about that knowing Laurene is a famous CEO there must be really had a high chance that Laurene is indeed married.

"You know, whatever happens, tomorrow just accept it. I mean, it's here and you really can't run away from it knowing a lot of people will probably be there and support you with your marriage. Whoever that person is I know someday you will love her or maybe just love your parents more because they arranged you with someone you really like and love" Megan mumbled the last one causing Jennie to just shake her head.

"Whatever happens, My love for Lauren wouldn't change. She will be mine whatever it takes and no one would stop me. Even though I get married my love towards Laurene will not fade even though Mrs. Leslie's daughter is deadly in love with me, I will forever be in love with my crush" Jihye said causing her friends to shake their heads her friends were really happy for her knowing she is indeed in love with her future wife Lauren.

It was officially the wedding day, the church and the priest were already ready with everything. Dohyun and Daeun were already in their places since they wanted to admire their sister.

Lauren was looking at herself in the mirror, she looks like a princess, her wedding gown was so expensive that it was designed by her Mom and Chaerin, and even paid for it. Lauren was like a goddess, when you see her you just want to make her yours instantly.

"Baby, Are you ready?" Leslie asked while coming to the room "Wow, you look so beautiful, honey. Look at you, you're like a princess. Our princess" Leslie said looking at her daughter, she looked at Lauren and sighed.

"Baby, always remember nothing will change okay? I will always be here for you" Lauren nodded trying not to tear up, Dowon showed up and smiled at her "You look stunning" He said causing Laurene to smile and give him a hug "Shall we go?" He asked, Laurene, nodded and clung to him while Leslie looked at them lovingly.

Meanwhile, Jihye was just standing lazily not really minding that the wedding will start. She really doesn't have any mood to as of now she wants to go home and sleep but her friends told her to stand up straight and be the Jeong Jihye she is. Jihye just scoffed at them but she realized that there were cameras. She quickly stands up straight and be herself, she doesn't want to think that she's not respecting everything.

The door of the church opened, The guests stood up. Jihye was curious so she decided to take a look at her bride. She really don't see it clearly but once the bride was getting closer her face was getting more familiar.

By just the height, the hair, the body, and the hands that she was really turned on she have high hopes that this is Lauren. Once the bride is just three meters away from her. Her heart started beating faster, her breath hitched, she instantly felt butterflies in her stomach when she saw who it is.

'It's her, I'm marrying my crush' Jihye doesn't know but a tear was left to her eyes and once Lauren was close to her she couldn't contain her happiness, she was so gorgeous, perfect and she really is the girl that she wants to marry for the very start.

Jihye bowed to Dowon and Leslie for respect as Leslie gave a kiss on Jihye's cheek while she shake Dowon's hand, she took her hand out for Laurene to take. Laurene looked at her Mom and Dowon and they nodded and smiled, she sighs she looked at Jihye and smiled a bit causing Jihye's heart to beat faster, she took Jihye's hand.

'It was soft as I imagined' Jihye said to her mind as they went to the altar. Her friends couldn't wipe the smiles on their faces they felt that Jihye is indeed happy and wanted to shout in the whole world that she's marrying her crush.

Lauren, on the other hand, doesn't know what to feel, but to be honest, when she saw Jihye her heart skips a beat and she found Jihye hot, she is just like she found the ideal guy for her but a girl version. She has the look, the height that she wants, the body, and everything. She just doesn't know if Jihye is the kind and loving girl she shows to her fans.

She really searched Jihye on the internet she finds her beautiful in the first place but she realized she is more beautiful in person. Should she thank them for it? Or not yet? We don't know right? Lauren doesn't really know how this person would really treat her.

The wedding is already starting and they are exchanging their vows.

"I, Jeong Jihye, take you Laurene Walton to be my wife to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish; from this day forward until death do us apart...I love you" Jihye mumbled the last part while looking at Lauren straight in the eyes while the ring is being already in her left hand in her ring finger.

Laurene took Jihye's left hand, looking at the ring that there was her name in it. She sighed 'This is it'

"I, Laurene Walton, take you Jeong Jihye to be my wife to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, too and to cherish; from this day forward until death does us apart," Lauren said trying not to shake up, she was nervous.

The priest pronouns that they are officially married, of course, the kiss was on the lips and Jihye almost die on the spot, it was memorable for her while Lauren just felt like it was the right thing to do and she even think that her lips taste delicious.

Laurene is now officially a Jeong, her friends congratulated her, Chahee and Beom suk welcomed her to the family while Jihye was also welcomed by Leslie and Chahee she was also surprised that her sister-in-law is Daeun her bias and also an id, and also met Dohyun that she promised she will take care of Lauren and she also met Lauren's circle of friends, even Suzy.

Lauren met her wife's members. Lauren was very shocked at how gorgeous they were, the girls kept telling her that Jihye will take care of her really well because if she didn't they will surely kill Jihye if not, she even met Jihye 's brother named Kai, his wife Krystal and their child named Junwa. Lauren was welcomed into the family and she felt like this is a good sign. Lauren just laugh and slides it off when Jihye's family members told her they will kick Jihye's ass if she didn't take care of her since this is the beginning and she doesn't know if Jihye is gonna be the wife material that she is and will truly love her unconditionally.

It was time for the wedding picture of course the first one was just Jihye and Lauren. It was just like a normal wedding picture of the two of them which has so many angles and the next one is with Jihye's family first, Jihye even took Junwa in her arms while Lauren just smiled brightly, because she has to right? The next one is in Lauren's family of course. And the last one is with Jenni's members with a lot of takes and lastly Lauren's friends with Suzy and Melaine.

Since there is no reception they all went straight to the place where Lauren stayed. Lauren was in the room she just removed her wedding gown while her bodyguard and Suzy is piling up the gifts that her friends bought for her even Jihye's members. She could hear some commotions downstairs they believe it was Mai and Jihye's friends because they were jamming in one of their favorite kpop songs since Mai is a big kpop fan.

Lauren's bodyguards left and the girl was left with Suzy who sat beside Lauren and looked at her "What should I call you now? Mrs. Jeong or still Ms. Walton?" She joked causing Lauren to laugh and shake her head

"As long I want to be called Ms. Walton, you might need to change that. It's very disrespectful if all of my employees didn't especially one of my employees are coming from Jihye's parents. They might throw daggers at me when they knew that you weren't calling me Mrs. Kim" Lauren said and Suzy laughed as Lauren sighed.

"How are you feeling? Are you okay?" Suzy asked looking at her boss "To be honest with you, I don't feel anything as of the moment. I just want to thank God for now since the wedding was finished and I'm married to someone who I really didn't know. As of now, I just want to think she's like my partner in crime or something"

Suzy nodded, she already knew what are Jihye's plans Alice told her before the wedding since they heard Jihye talking about Lauren last night in a drunk way that she will truly take care of her and love her unconditionally in case she really got married to Lauren.

Well not that it happened, Jihye couldn't be more thankful and she was thanking her parents nonstop.

"Everything will be okay, I know Jihye is a good person. You wanna know something?" Suzy asked Lauren "I really have a huge secret" Lauren furrowed her brows and told her to continue "I had a one night stand with one of her friends" Laurene gasped in shock as Suzy is nodding at her "but be quiet, she doesn't know that I'm the one who she had when she was so drunk" Lauren shake her head and chuckled "I can't believe my secretary is going to some bars and have a freakin hard drink and do some one night stand" Suzy laugh and shake her head.

"That's life. You just need to enjoy everything and be thankful for the blessings" Lauren nodded in agreement "Anyway, I should go. I'll leave you for a moment, I need to fix your flight" Lauren nodded and said goodbye as Suzy left.

Lauren was about to lay down when the door opened.

"Hey.."

"Hey...."