Stay Alive - Jungkook's

Chapter 1

He said, family is the home where you go home. They will welcome you with open arms and warm hugs, accompanied by a delicious filling meal. However, why not apply to Hara? The house even refused to stop by. Although the inside looks luxurious though, Hara still resists firmly. Well, his life is not as lucky as those who have a harmonious family. Hara believes, their residence is often filled with warm chatter and cheerful laughter. Do not forget to take time for regular walks on weekends, picnic near the Han river, or just in front of the television watching a favorite movie. Honestly, Hara was very envious.

Even he said, stepping on the age of 22 years is a transition period to maturity. Hara never understood what it meant to be an adult. All he knew at that time, being an adult was doing taboo actions that only people aged 21 years and over could do; smoking, drinking alcohol, kissing, kissing, and having sex with the opposite sex. Yeah, right, that's what he thinks. It was stupid and very narrow mindset at that time. Until finally Hara experienced her own phase that most children dream of. I want to get big fast. I want to be an adult. Hey, Son. Trust me, you'll regret it later.

At this age, you no longer experience love problems like teenagers, fighting with friends because they are not invited to play, or careless because they are not bought the things you want to your parents. Oh, comeon. The problems you're about to face are much bigger and heavier than this. And you will definitely suffer from the so-called Mental Illness. No need to be surprised if psychological doctors and psychiatrists provide a diagnosis of depression with various terms that always end said disorder.

As time goes on, other problems will come up slowly. It doesn't matter how much weight you have to carry. Well, how else, likes do not like to be faced. Life is going to move forward, right? Also, saying that you are not ready, you can't. After all, it was you who agreed to be born into this world after being shown how things were going to be before you were born. Although sometimes your own parents do not want your existence.

As usual, this morning the dining room looked quiet. There is no activity for a mother figure in the kitchen who usually makes breakfast for family members. In fact, there are no traces of dirty dishes in the sink, or the sound of water droplets flowing from the tap . Completely silent. Like there is no sign of life in a two-story dwelling containing four people in it.

Maybe they're not awake yet. Think Hara, considering the clock still shows at 06:00 KST. Which means it is still too early if doing activities in this ginseng country.

The girl did not even bother. Without saying goodbye, he rushed out of the house leaving the sound of door creaking breaking silence, and began walking down the paved road towards the nearest bus stop.

Hara always went to work so early in the morning in pursuit of time, because the distance from home to the highway is very far. It takes approximately 20 minutes if you walk leisurely-all exercise according to him. After that, he had to wait for the bus that came every 10 - 15 minutes. Then it is connected by taking a crowded subway in working hours.

Everyday Hara uses public transportation as a means of travel. He can't afford a private vehicle, after all. Having enough savings makes him grateful.

A total of 2 hours of travel Hara spent to get to work. This includes long subway queues, congestion at some points, and a minor accident at a red light junction that causes traffic flow to be slightly disrupted.

Hara stretched her body firmly into the air, ending a long sigh as a sign of frustration - facing reality on Monday, as a corporate slave at a top company. Somehow he was accepted to work there-among the qualifications of more qualified rivals. But for sure, he believes that there will always be at least one stroke of luck for the unexpected.

"Good morning." greet Hara on security in the lobby.

"Good morning, Miss Shin Hara." she replied with a friendly smile.

Then the girl began to tap the ID card that draped around her neck as access to the 23-floor floor where her study is located.

Afterwards, he headed for an elevator that had no buttons there at all. Simply scan with ID card. Honestly, the first time working there, Hara was very astonished by the facilities. The sophistication of the technology used incessantly made him say; Wow, cool. As the 6 months went by, he had already started to get used to it. Although sometimes still like to be confused how to use certain facilities.

On the sidelines of the time waiting for the elevator doors to open, there was a frenzied female employee who hysterically welcomed the arrival of a young man at the lobby door. The high body posture is wrapped in a luxurious black suit, with shiny leather shoes in matching colors, and the most striking is the face that is very beautiful. Because indeed only he has the appearance of a prince among the male employees here.

Nam Jungkook is the CEO and heir to Nam Corp-the Nam family's hereditary company that has a building height of up to 38 floors.

No wonder the security and people there bowed respectfully to him. In addition, Jungkook has just set foot in his own company after 2 years living in America. His presence seemed to bring a fresh breeze to arouse the spirit of work. For the women of course.

Honestly, Hara didn't know who Jungkook was. He worked there for 6 months. But if Hara looks back, isn't Jungkook's life perfect at the age of 23? Has a handsome appearance, conglomerate son, heir to the company, and certainly has an intelligent brain. Whoever his companion will be, it is definitely from a family that is equivalent to him.

Because it was too cool to admire the young CEO, the clanging sound of the elevator made Hara jerk. He immediately went inside, waiting for the elevator to start rising slowly. While Jungkook is walking towards the elevator accompanied by his secretary who is a man-perhaps his age. I don't know what floor he's going to, after all, this building is his own. It is not necessary to have an access card to go to any floor.

Upon arrival upstairs, Hara puts down her tote bag, and pulls out a roll of kimbap she bought at the station as a breakfast menu, while waiting for office hours to begin. They start the day by having a morning meeting first. Unexpectedly, the meeting for the Strategy and Development Operations Services division was led directly by Nam Jungkook. Sontak made the women in the room prancing with excitement. Not with Hara. He was busy thinking about what kind of work they would give him. Given his status was still a new child.

"Good morning, everyone." tenor vocals from the CEO, suddenly made all eyes on him. Like being hypnotized, they-including Hara-listen intently to every word that comes out of the rabbit-like man.

"This is the first time we've met. As the leader of the company, I want to know what obstacles are experienced by the Strategy and Operations Development Division of Service part 2 team. Please come from the team leader first, please convey."

"Well, thank you, Mr. Nam, for making time for today's meeting." Ahn Hyoseop as the team leader, opened his voice. "Over the past few months, we received complaints from clients who complained. They said the service was boring and not helpful at all. Therefore we do back training for customer service, and teach the latest service methods. However, we are still testing the method whether it can improve the quality of service or not." Hyoseop's explanation was responded to a nod of understanding from Jungkook.

At one time, Hara realized that the job of being a CEO was the toughest, because she had to understand and master all areas in her company. Well, comparable to his salary as well, anyway.

***

In the middle of busy typing reports, Hara stopped her activities for a moment, because the clock had shown lunch time. He tried to get Kim Yeji-a co-worker who was next to his desk to have lunch together. Unfortunately Yeji refused, having to finish his job immediately. Of course Hara didn't want to bother him.

Rooftop building became the location of lunch Hara kala himself. Fortunately here are available several facilities bench, table, and sunblock shade, making it feel at home for a long time pampered sky view without having to fear the heat. He also still has to be careful to be here, even though around him is given safety. Truly, Hara did not want to die in vain from falling from the 38th floor.

"We meet again." The vowels from the owner greeted Hara's sense of hearing gently.

The girl turned her body, finding a man she had only known for the last few hours standing there, clutching a sandwich and a small bottle of banana milk.

Looking at it, Hara got so entrenched; Seriously, a CEO's food is like that?

"Oh, you're here, Mr. Jungkook."

"May I join?" both of her eyeballs pointed at the long bench that Hara was sitting on.

"Yes, of course. This building is yours anyway. You don't need any permission" Hara shifted her body a little away to make room, though she knew there was still plenty of free space for Jungkook to sit in.

After that, they ate each other's food in silence. Occasionally Hara steals a glance at the man next to her, making sure that Jungkook is indeed a real human and not a ghost. It's strange why a CEO doesn't eat with colleagues at a restaurant at lunchtime.

"Is there anything you want to talk to me about?"

Hara turned away, enveloped in a greeting of panic.

He knows I stole a look at him?

"none. Just wondering why a CEO eats here, not in a restaurant with colleagues." he said quickly.

Faintly heard Jungkook chuckle. "You said this building was mine. I don't need any permission to eat anywhere, do I?"

Hara fell silent. Yeah, too, anyway. 

An awkward atmosphere began to accompany their silence after finishing eating their lunch menu. No one opened their voices until Jungkook said, "You remember me?"

Hara suddenly frowned in wonder. "You mean?"

"It's been a long time, it's only natural that you forget." Jungkook continued his words without intending to give an explanation to the girl next to him.

"But remember this," he continued, staring at Hara.

"You are me."

Hara was stunned, trying to process the information she had just received. But how hard his brain worked, the girl still did not understand.

"Eh?!"

...To be continued.......