They weren't back in Seoul long before they were off again. This time they were heading to America for the next stretch of their world tour. They would be there for around three weeks before having a short break and then finishing off the tour back in Japan. Before they left their full Japanese album had been released and Rose had been playing Fairytale on repeat.

Before the concerts started, they had a few days in New York. These were mostly spent doing interviews and promos for the Maniac album and world tour. Stray Kids were one of the most impressive groups when it came to speaking English, or at least Rose had always thought so. Having two Australian members obviously helped, but almost all of the members were able to contribute a couple of sentences and she knew how much STAYs appreciated it.

The night before the first concert, Chan did his first Chan's Room in America. The biggest difference with this V Live was that Rose was in the same room - off-camera - instead of being next door. This was because, firstly, they two had been hanging out in his room when he decided he needed to do his weekly show. It was also no secret that she had been watching him as he did these lives and with plenty of room for her to hide off camera, it seemed silly for her to leave.

Apparently having his soulmate in the room didn't affect what Chan said. As he played the new song by Nayeon, from TWICE, Pop!, which Felix featured in, the leader spoke about growing up around the female Idol as trainees.

Once he finished the live, Chan turned to Rose with a smile only to be greeted with raised eyebrows.

"So you think Nayeon-Unnie is amazing?"

Chan blinked owlishly. It was getting late and he had gotten up early this morning so he was a little tired as many STAY had pointed out during the V Live.

"Uh, yeah. When we were both trainees I thought she was really talented."

Rose looked away and tried to act nonchalant.

"Huh... Okay."

As he observed his soulmate it dawned on him.

"Why do you ask? Wait, are you jealous?"

She scoffed but looked at Chan expectantly.

"What? No. Do I have something to be jealous of?"

He tried to suppress his smile. Rose generally kept her emotions close to her chest and sometimes it was hard for him to figure out how she was feeling. Due to his job he was often touched by the stylists and makeup artists as well as being screamed over by their fans. Chan often wondered if any of it ever affected his soulmate, so seeing her jealous like this made him a little happy.

"You know, if we were public it would be you I'd be gushing over on my V Lives."

"Did you just admit to gushing over another woman?"

"That's the part you decide to focus on?"

Rose sighed. It had been a little while since Chan had brought up making their soulmate bond public. She thought perhaps he had decided to leave it alone for now, but apparently not. She tried to shut it down before it started because it hurt to argue with him about it.

"We've already had a conversation about this."

"And that means we're never going to speak about it again? I understand where you're coming from, I do, and I'm sorry that you ended up with a soulmate that no one can know about without you losing your privacy -"

Her heart dropped and she bit her lip.

"Chan... don't - don't say that. I'm not sorry that you're my soulmate."

He looked at her with sad tired eyes.

"Really?"

She tried to give him a reassuring smile.

"Really."

"Sometimes it doesn't feel that way."

Seeing that there was no avoiding the conversation, Rose tried her best to convince her soulmate why going public with their relationship was a bad idea.

"Look, it's not just about that. Think about what effect it would have on your career, on the rest of Stray Kids."

"We'd get through it. I know we could and the kids would agree with me."

He said it so confidently that she almost believed him.

"But have you asked them?"

"I don't need to."

"Chan."

"Of course, I need to, but I know what they'll say."

"This isn't something to take lightly."

"I think you're underestimating STAY."

Rose smiled wistfully. She had to admire Chan's persistence and determination.

"Perhaps."

"Does that mean you'll think about it?"

When she nodded, Chan wrapped her in a tight hug, kissing the side of her head. Rose's chest felt tight. She didn't know whether she was telling the truth or not, but all she wanted was for her soulmate to be happy.

The next day the boys were a mixture of nerves and excitement. They were excited to be performing in front of a new audience and to meet American STAYs. They were nervous for a few different reasons. While most of the boys were practising their remarks in English and asking Chan to check them, Felix was freaking out over something else.

"Noona?"

Rose turned to the young Idol and immediately noticed how pale his face was.

"Lixie? Sweetie, are you okay?"

She raised her hand to feel his forehead, making him smile briefly.

"I - can I show you something?"

"Of course."

Felix led her to an empty room and took some deep breaths to calm down. He chuckled nervously, feeling silly about what was wrong.

"You know we take turns doing little performances while the others get changed?"

"Yes, it's a great idea. STAY love it."

"Yeah, well, today I'm singing solo."

"And your nervous."

"Yeah."

"I'd tell you not to be, but I know that doesn't help. You have a beautiful voice. STAY love hearing you sing. They're going to be so happy. Trust me."

"I know, but I'm still not confident. Can I practice with you?"

"Of course! What song are you singing?'

"Break My Heart Again by Finneas."

Felix sang it through a couple of times with Rose giving him encouragement. She held his hands and once she got a feel for the song began singing along with him, which made him sing a lot more confidently.

When he sang it on stage later that night she was so proud of him. Although she planned to scold him later about putting himself down, calling himself a little talent compared to Jisung's big talent. Rose made a mental note to work on Felix's self-confidence with him.

Without the need to travel to work, Rose had been taking advantage of the extra time she had in the mornings and was making use of the hotel's gym. While most of the boys were still asleep at this time, Changbin had joined her one morning and every morning since.

The rapper had been a little shy at first as he usually worked out shirtless, but he also couldn't deny the satisfaction he felt when he caught Rose glance over his body appreciatively. He was very proud of his physic after all.

"Binnie?"

He looked over at Rose who was standing by the weights.

"Yes, Rosie-Noona?"

"I, er, I usually work out at home so I'm not sure if my form is correct. Would you mind...?"

"Of course, I'll help you, Noona. I am the workout expert in the group. What exercises do you usually do?"

"I'm doing arms today. Sometimes I worry my back isn't straight, or I'm not quite doing it right."

"You don't go to a gym."

"I prefer not to be watched while I work out."

"But I've been here every morning... You should've said something, Noona."

"It's a public gym. At least it's you and not a stranger."

"Shall we start?"

Changbin had to make a few adjustments as Rose went through her exercises. After checking it was okay, he used his hands to correct her posture. He gulped as his hand rested on the small of her back and reminded himself to be respectful of his leader's soulmate.

"Thanks, Binnie."

"No worries. You should see more of an improvement if you remember those adjustments."

"Maybe I'll have to book you in for some personal training."

"Anything for you, Noona, but you're doing pretty well by yourself."

"Ah, thank you."

"Chan-Hyung is a lucky guy."

"Aww, you're so sweet! Your soulmate will be the lucky one, getting such a sweet, polite, handsome man."

"Noona, stop it. You're making me blush!'

Changbin held his hands against his cheeks making Rose giggle.

"Go on, I've monopolised you enough. I'll let you get back to your own workout now."

She started putting the weights away when Changbin called out to her.

"Noona? When do you think I'll find them?"

"When the time is right."

On their last morning in New York, Rose was in the gym wondering where Changbin was.

Perhaps he's skipping this morning. He might be packing.

However, it was someone else who joined her for her workout that morning. When she heard someone enter she turned to greet Changbin but instead found her soulmate.

"Chan? What are you - I mean, you're up early."

"My sleep schedule has changed since we've been here. Early to bed, early to rise. I've been fitting some work in. "

"Oh, that's good. What made you decide to work out this morning?"

"A dwaekki might have mentioned you've been here every morning."

"Is that so?"

"Yeah. So I thought I'd better check it out for myself."

"And?"

"There's a very nice view."

Rose glanced out of the windows which showed a view of the city. Turning back to Chan she realised that his gaze wasn't on the view outside but on her. He grinned as she realised what he meant.

"Chan!"

He wrapped his arms around her and pulled her in close, giving her a kiss which left her feeling a little dazed afterwards.

"Morning, Jagi."

"Did you come here to work out or just to admire the view?"

"Well... Both!"

He laughed as Rose pretended to give him a smack.

"Go on then. You've got to keep that body in shape to show off with all your cropped tops."

"You keep joking about my stage outfits, but I know you love them."

Chan began his workout and Rose did some yoga stretches as she watched him. When he caught her she just continued to stare, eventually making him laugh nervously and look away. Once he had finished he walked over to her and held out his hand.

"Do you want to order breakfast to my room?"

"Okay. Let me wash up and change and I'll join you."

As they made it out into the hallway, Rose released Chan's hand before anyone could see, but he wouldn't let go. After a moment's hesitation, she curled her fingers back around his. She figured if they did come across anyone on their way back to their rooms then they could quickly let go.

Chan walked Rose to her room and was still holding tight onto her hand as she opened the door and stepped in. She looked back at him and saw that his gaze was on their joined hands which were stretched out between them. He was smiling sadly.

"I won't be long."

With his hold on the hand to keep her in place, he leaned in and gave her a peck on the forehead.

"Do you trust me to order for you?"

"Hmm, think of it like a test. Can you order the right thing?"

"Challenged accepted."

Finally, he released her hand and started walking down the corridor to his room.

"And you can't just order everything!"

They were sitting eating their breakfast in Chan's room when there was a knock at the door.

"Channie-Hyung, Jinnie won't get up and he hasn't even packed yet!"

Rose heard Jeongin's voice come in the direction of the door.

"Go and ask Minho to get him up."

"But I don't want to disturb Minho-Hyung... Oh! Hello, Noona!"

"Morning, Innie."

"I - er, I'm sorry for disturbing the two of you. I'll go..."

As he left the soulmate heard the faint sound of the Maknae shouting as he ran down the hallway.

"Hyung and Noona spent the night together!"