"Come on in guys, have a seat, I'm just finishing up dinner. There's wine over on the counter, just pour yourself a glass." Bang waved them in as he walked back into the kitchen.

Tae poured himself a glass of wine, "Thank you for having us over tonight. Is there a special occasion?"

Bang smiled, "I just thought we could catch up and enjoy a night of conversation."

The guys sat around talking while they waited for the meal to be ready. Finally Bang came to get them to let them know it was time to eat. They gathered around his table and passed around dishes, talking amongst themselves.

Bang took a bite of his food then looked around at the guys, "So, tell me, how was the tour overseas? Are you happy with your performances?"

RM nodded his head, "Yes, everything went well. It's humbling to know ARMY is still with us after all this time."

Bang nodded and pointed his chopsticks at all of them, "I've always known you boys were special. You will be around in their hearts for as long as you want. Never doubt your skills and the path you've chosen."

"Thank you, you know we owe so much of this to you. You brought us together." Jimin bowed his head to him.

Bang smiled, "I heard you took a small vacation in the U.S. before you came back. How was it?"

Hobi smiled, "It was great! We stayed with Alex and her family on their farm then visited their lake house. It was just what we needed to regain our stamina."

"It seems you all have taken to Alex well since she came aboard. What do you think of her?"

Jungkook sat up straight in his seat when he spoke, "Nuna is so good to us, she feels like a sister." The guys all nodded in agreement. "We will be sad when she leaves."

"And how do you feel about her professionally? Do you think she has been able to fit well with your team during this time?" He looked around the table at them.

RM nodded his head, "I think I speak for all of us when I say that she has been a great addition for the team. She is very aware of the media and the constant scrutiny we are under. She has gone above and beyond to help protect our image and deter negative publicity whenever we are out. She understands the pressures we go through."

"I see." Bang took a sip of his wine. "Well, that's actually why I brought you here tonight. To discuss Alex."

Yoongi's head turned to Bang, he had his full attention. RM and Jimin quickly looked over at Yoongi then back at Bang. "What about Alex?"

"We've had several meetings this week discussing her and her future with HYBE. We have noted her professionalism, and the rapport she has with all of you. We are pleased with the outcome of the documentary so far and how she has showcased each of you. We feel she is a good fit for our company, and we would like to bring her on as your personal publicist." He looked around at them to see their reactions.

All of them were smiling and looking at one another. Tae spoke first, "I think that's an amazing idea."

Jin nodded, "I think she would do very well, and we know she would give a hundred percent and more to do well for us."

"I'm glad to hear that. But, there's one more item we need to discuss, and because this would affect all of you, it needs to be discussed as a group." He turned to Yoongi, "I've been hearing some rumblings that you and Alex are together. If we decide to move forward and bring her on at HYBE, we need to know that this won't cause issues, especially if things were to turn sour between the two of you."

Yoongi nodded his head in understanding. He pushed the food around on his plate as he collected his thoughts on how to respond. "Alex is very special. She has become an important part of my life. One of the things that makes her so special is her ability to put herself aside and make the group a priority. She has built relationships with the others, and in my opinion has blended well with our individual personalities." He looked to the others who nodded in confirmation. "Throughout the tour her number one priority was to avoid bad publicity and not bring any attention to herself that would take away focus from the group. She encourages the bond the we all share, and she respects the importance of ARMY. To me that shows she would be a great asset to the company and us."

"And if things were to not work out between the two of you down the road? How would you handle that?"

Yoongi let out a heavy sigh, "You can fire me." He gave a side grin as some of the guys gave him looks of concern. "I'm joking." He laughed, "Honestly, in the end, I think she would still hold her professionalism, because to her its not about our relationship. Her work is about us seven, and she takes that very seriously."

Bang looked to the others, "Are you all in agreement? Do you feel you can handle their relationship and have her work along beside you professionally?" The guys all nodded enthusiastically.

"That leaves one last concern," He steepled his fingers and set his elbows on the table. "How will you handle going public with your relationship? Eventually it will come out." He looked at Yoongi.

Yoongi looked around at the the others, "I think when the time comes that she and I are ready to make it public, we will include the others and agree when the time is right. She knows I come as a package of seven. She is understanding in that way."

"Good, then I will meet with the board again this week to finalize the details before we bring her in to offer her the position. Now, lets have dessert and enjoy the rest of the night."

They sat around the table telling stories of their tour and relaying their hopes for the future. Bang PD had been with them since the beginning, and having his input gave them a sense of comfort. He believed in the same purpose for their music and envisioned the same goals for their future. He would always be the first person they went to for advice.

As the guys prepared to leave, Bang asked Yoongi to stay for a moment. The others said their farewells, leaving Yoongi with Bang. "I want to thank you for having an open mind tonight as we discussed everything."

Yoongi seemed surprised, "Of course I would. I know this is a big decision with consequences should things not end well. I want what is best for the guys, which is why I am glad you had all of us over to talk about it together."

Bang smiled, Yoongi had always been level headed and grounded. He could always count on him to see the bigger picture. "I want you to know that it's good to see you happy. You are all men now. It's time to open up to the world and enjoy your lives. I look forward to getting to know Alex better. I will have you two over for dinner soon." He slipped his hands into his pockets. "Well, I better let you be on your way."

Yoongi gave him a slight bow as he told him goodnight then left. As he walked to his car he felt a weight lift off his chest. Having Bang PD and the guys behind him and Alex was a big deal. It made him happy knowing that he and Alex would have the opportunity to be together, and to work together. That is, if she accepted the position. It would be a big change for her moving out of the country, away from what was familiar, and her family. He would have to wait and see what she was going to do once they brought her in. The suspense was going to kill him.

He got in his car and put on his seatbelt when his phone received a message.

You busy?

Just got done with a meeting, what's up?

Do you want to take her back to her hotel or do you want me to?

🤦🏻‍♂️ I'm coming, send me the address

Yoongi shook his head as he put his car in drive and headed to get Alex. When he got to the restaurant Ji-Hoon was waiting with her on the sidewalk. Alex was swaying next to Ji-Hoon looking around. When she saw Yoongi her eyes lit up, "There's my man." She leaned to the left but Yoongi caught her elbow before she could fall.

He walked her to the car and helped her into the front seat. Once she was settled in he went back to talk to Ji-Hoon, "What's gotten into her tonight?"

Ji-Hoon sighed, "She's upset about having to leave soon. She doesn't want to go, but she doesn't see any way around it. It's just hitting her harder now that the end is close."

Yoongi nodded his head, "Well, she doesn't need to worry, everything is going to work out. She needs to be a little patient."

Ji-Hoon gave him a questioning look, "Do you know something?"

Yoongi looked back at him and raised his eyebrow, "Why, do you know something?"

He nodded his head, "I had a meeting today. They asked what I thought about Alex working for HYBE."

"And I just got done meeting with the team and Bang PD to discuss the same thing."

"Hopefully they talk to her soon, she may not survive the week." He gave Yoongi a crooked grin. "I'm off then, good luck."

Yoongi waved to him then went to get in the car. Alex was looking at pictures in her phone with a frown on her face. She hiccupped then looked over at him and gave him a drunken smile. He shook his head, "To think I just talked you up all night and this is what I find." He put the car in drive and took her to his house.

Once they were inside, he poured her a glass of water and gave her headache medicine. She would be feeling it in the morning. He walked her back to his room and tucked her into his bed. She immediately closed her eyes and passed out. He brushed her hair away from her face and kissed her forehead. "Oh Lex, if you only knew what I did." He turned out the light and went to his studio to work.