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Tae called last night, and he was so excited when he was talking about his brother coming to visit. I feel excited for him and look forward to meeting his brother. He says that Suga's not a fan of the show and quite outspoken. Sounds like his brother and Jimin have something in common.

I feel so at ease talking to Tae. The more I learn about him the more I want to be with him. Oh God, he even loves children too. My stomach did a triple somersault when he shared this.

I was a bit scared to ask how he felt about children because many of the men I've met in our age range are usually not open to the topic. It's also a date killer. But not for Tae; I'm delighted I took the risk and asked.

A giggle escapes me as I think of how he said he'd like 10 children, but one at a time. He is too funny. Just thinking of him makes me blush.

Last night he asked about Uno and I told him Uno was doing well and quickly changed the topic. I haven't had a dog around since I was much younger. I love dogs but don't have time to care for one.

Tae thinks Uno is being cared for by a loving family in the country due to my work schedule and limited space for Uno to run about in. With his brother bringing Tae's little Tannie, I have to tell Tae the truth about Uno. I hope he doesn't end what we are starting.

That would be devastating for me because he is special to me. I feel this with strong assurance. I don't want to be deceptive with him.

As I exit the elevator and walk the long hall to my office I think about today. It's Friday and Tae will be doing a guest spot with me for two segments. A cooking segment and a decorating segment.

I'm too excited about being on the set with him again. It's been two days since I saw him. I cannot wait to see him; even though, we've spoken every day.

He sends me the cutest little text messages. Yesterday was a stressful workday, followed by another after-work commitment. I was excited to receive a sweet and simple message saying, I hope you are having a good day. I'm thinking of you.

My tummy fluttered with butterflies just reading it. He then texted me that he had found an adorable Thai restaurant. Then he sent me a few pictures of his meal and the decor.

God, I wanted to be there with him, sitting at the seaside sharing an order of shrimp egg rolls. I miss seeing his gorgeous face. Last night, we were up late talking about food, family, and travel. Thinking about my time with him sends a warmth throughout my body as an uncontrollable smile spreads across my face.

Once I get to my office, I check my messages and see a text from Jin asking me to meet him in the control room. The control room is where everything happens before, during and after the show. It's always busy and I love it.

I walk in and see Tae talking with a group of three staff members and Namjoon. They are all laughing as Tae is sharing something. He doesn't see me yet as I linger and watch from the doorway.

He is extremely charismatic and seems to have captivated everyone. I don't think he's aware of that power. It's just who he is.

After the show ends, we'll go out for a meal and I'll get honest with him about the show and Uno. This is a promise I've make to myself. Namjoon and Jin won't like it, but I don't care anymore. The weight of my deception is too heavy, as is the risk. Tae's an honest simple guy. I can't lose him because of these lies. Maybe it will be no big deal to him. Then again, maybe it is.

Whatever Tae is saying, everyone is enjoying it, as evidenced by their laughter. Namjoon is nearly bent over with laughter. That is a rare sight.

I look over to the control desk and see Jin. He looks up from where he is sitting, smiles and then starts walking over to me. Jin is beaming and walking at a quick pace.

He is holding his clipboard which I believe is attached to him. I have the image of Jin taking his clipboard out to dinner and bed at night flits across my mind. I smile and chuckle to myself.

"Hi Jin. You look excited. What's going?" I ask.

"Kookie, I have great news. I received the report on our numbers, and we are again securely in the number one spot," he says tossing his arms around me and bouncing on his toes.

"Not only are we number one but we have surpassed our earlier numbers," Jin says fanning himself to signal his relief as I chuckle.

"Namjoon has some good news also but I'll leave that to him," Jin says with a soft squeal of enthusiasm and a shiver.

I feel an excitement rise in me as I hear Jin's good news. I even playfully bounce with him letting out a sigh of relief knowing that the show is safe. A warm sensation pervades my body as I anticipate more good news from Namjoon as Jin said. I walk over to where Tae is talking with the small group.

"Hello, Kookie," Tae says in that deep sexy voice that just melts me. His smile is big and boxy. There's a sparkle as well as a gleam in his eyes. God, I could absorb myself completely into this man. I shyly wave in response and quickly divert my eyes.

Why is it that each time I'm with him, the pull I feel to him, is stronger? I stop as we reach the group, but I want to continue forward and wrap my arms around him and kiss him passionately. I tell myself, be cool.

The group looks our way and says hello as several of the employees return to their workstations with big smiles and chuckles. Yes, it's definitely the Taehyung effect. Tae and Namjoon remain.

"What's going on?" I say trying to maintain a soft smile to contain my intense feelings for Taehyung.

Namjoon laughs out loud while Jin moves closer to him eager, as I am, to hear the details behind his mirth.

"Taehyung was telling us the funniest stories about his pets. They are too hilarious. He has the cutest little dog and a 350-pound potbelly pig, named Zeus," Namjoon says with a beaming face and a broad smile.

Jin looks over at me narrowing his eyes with a smirk as I move my head back a bit. Namjoon enjoys a good joke but his reaction is quite strong. I don't doubt its legitimacy, however, he rarely finds anything at work this funny.

Before he even starts talking again Namjoon is laughing. "Taehyung show them the pictures of your birthday party," Namjoon says as Jin and I both step forward as Tae takes out his phone.

We both look at the photo and immediately burst into laughter. It is the cutest thing ever. Tae is at a table with a birthday cake; Tannie and Zeus both have birthday hats on. My excitement to meet Tae's family grows as my smile expands and I'm unable to contain it.

"Oh my God, Taehyung," Jin says, lightly tapping his fingers to his lips. "How did you ever get that pig to wear a birthday hat?" Namjoon continues to chuckle as Jin shakes his head in disbelief. I smile at Tae's cuteness and closeness to his pets.

"It was quite easy. Zeus is very social and loves human contact. Now Tannie, was not very happy, but kept his hat on for the photo at least," he says with a chuckle.

"How did this all start?" I ask feeling a fondness for and a closeness to Tae.

"Well, Namjoon was showing me the new pictures of you and Uno, so naturally I had to join in and show him my cute little family, too," he says smiling at me softly.

I freeze. Everything seems to stop as if time is standing still. Jin clears his throat as to distract me. I make an audible swallow as my heart drops into my stomach.

"Joonie, you didn't tell me you got new pictures in of Uno and Kookie. Are those the photo's we've been waiting for from Uno's visit a few weeks ago?" Jin bites down on his lip. As Tae looks over to Namjoon, Jin quickly shoots Namjoon the death glare that means you've fucked up.

"Oh, uh yeah. We uh, finally got those in and I was just sharing them with, uh everyone," Namjoon says nervously.

I can feel a pain in my chest as I listen to the lie. I feel frightened and unsure of what to say. I'm sure the blood is slowly draining from my face and I need to pull it together. Fast.

"When is Uno coming for another visit? I can't wait to meet him. I was just telling Kookie last night that Tannie is coming up for a visit with my brother next week. I think he and Uno would get along well," Tae says and pauses waiting for my response.

My mind goes blank as I just stand there as my mouth becomes dry and slowly drops open. Jin again comes forward and rescues me. "Tae, with Kookie's busy schedule managing a visit has been hard," Jin says convincingly as I realize I need to say something.

There are staff and others who are not part of the show in the room. They are all within earshot of our conversation. I can't just shout out that this is all a lie and there is no "Uno".

As much as I do not want to continue this lie it would be irresponsible at this moment to just blurt it out. Fuck, what a deep hole I'm digging. I don't want to ruin what I might have with Tae.

Yet, at this moment, I feel I have little choice. I pray that at some point I can repair the damage that I'm doing. I force a soft smile and then add more deception.

"Uh, yes, Tae I've been so busy with work and after work appearances. I, um, feel guilty having him cramped up in my apartment. I want him to have lots of space and the comfort of his life in the country. Uh, your pictures are marvelous Tae," I say clearing my throat and trying to distract him.

Namjoon and Jin are silent allowing me to lead. Namjoon anxiously nods and Jin grips his clipboard so tight his knuckles are white. The silence is unbearable.

"Kookie, that is really sad. I know you love Uno. I've been away from my pets just over a week and I miss them terribly," he says with a sigh and places his hand over his heart.

Oh God, he's showing me compassion that I don't deserve! I try to maintain my smile and attention to him when my insides are screaming. Have I gone too far? Is this beyond repairable with this very honest man that holds back nothing?

"Kookie, I was thinking that it would be great if Tae shares some of his pictures with our audience and tells a short story. The viewers would love it," Jin says as he smiles and nods at me. I have no idea where Jin is going with this, but I trust him.

"Would you, Taehyung?" Namjoon asks as his grin grows broad again.

"Sure, I'd love to. That is if it's okay with Kookie. It is his show and I'm just a guest," He says glancing over to me with that beautiful smile as I sink deep into my inner despair.

"Tae, that would be great," I say realizing finally that Jin is trying to take the focus off Uno. This way we will not have time to show the Uno pictures. Jin knows I'm hurting, and I appreciate his help.

"Good, well that is done and I'm too excited," Jin say relaxing his grip on his clipboard while Namjoon smiles at his partner lov ly and places his hands in his pockets. I feel my shoulders fall as some of tension melts away.

"Tae, I'm going to have one of the assistants review the script with you," Jin says, as he pulls out his cell phone. "Since you are going to tell a short story I want you to have some time to think about it.

"So that it's not completely impromptu. After that you get into makeup and we'll see you on the set in about 90 minutes," Jin says looking at his phone to check the time.

"I'm going to call Yin Li to work with you, Tae. She's very good and you'll like her," Jin says as he starts to make a call. Tae nods and then turns to me.

"Kookie, I'd like to talk with you. Could you show me to Yin Li's office and we can talk?" Tae asks while looking at me softly without a break in his focus. He is too adorable. Of course, I'll talk with him, alone.

Namjoon quickly looks at Tae and then over to me, with a puzzled look. Jin lowers his head appearing to search for an item on his clipboard. I don't want to give my feeling for Tae away too soon to Namjoon. He'll just tell me I'm being foolish. Maybe, I am. But I don't want to hear it from him. Besides, he'll know soon enough.

"Uh, sure Taehyung," I say nodding my head and softly smiling at him as Jin says not diverting his eyes from his trusty clipboard. Namjoon no longer looks puzzled as he bites his lower lip realizing that Tae and I likely have something going.

My jaw slacks as I'm surprised and shift my body weight as I feel the back of my neck heat up . Tae nods as if to say 'let's go'. Damn he's commanding and I find it sexy as fuck. I nod at Namjoon and Jin as I press my tongue into my inner cheek nervously. I'm not sure what this is about. I feel scared yet excited at the same time. Scared that maybe he knows I'm lying and excited to be with him alone.

"I'll see you both back here in a few minutes," I say to Jin and Namjoon. I feel a nervous energy in my stomach as he follows me to the door and into the hallway.

"Your office is this way, right?" He confirms, as he points down the hall.

"Yes Tae, but Yin Lin's office is in the opposite direction," I tell him.

"I want to stop there first," he says. His face is soft, yet I cannot read his expression and I'm puzzled. He starts walking toward my office, quite rapidly. When he reaches the door, he steps inside, and pulls me in.

As the door shuts, he pulls me close and takes my lips. I immediately tense up not expecting him to kiss me. I then slowly relax and moan into his kiss. As we emerge from our kiss, he pulls me into a tight hug and engulfs me so snuggly I want to stay in his arms forever.

"I've been wanting to do that all day. When you walked into the room and came over, your lips were my primary focus," he says. "I hope I was not too forward," he says standing so close and piercing me with his beautiful eyes.

I am completely undone and have no words. I answer by pushing him against the door with a bit of force that makes a thud. This time, I take his lips and he wraps me in his arms even tighter, as we breathe each other in.

His lips are soft, and his mouth is hot. Our tongues go into battle as our passion increases. I slowly surrender to his powerful Alpha energy and let him take me.

We both moan and pull back. We just stand and look into each other's eyes and smile for a few moments. We are silent as Tae reaches for the doorknob behind him and slowly opens the door.

By the time we reach Yin Lin's office I am floating while butterflies play in my belly. Tae discreetly squeezes my hand as he enters the office and I return to the control room to deal with Jin and Namjoon.