Unveiled Desires

Chapter 1 Diana Sparks, a 27-year-old businesswoman, was more than just a fan of the iconic Korean boy group, iKON. She proudly wore the badge of an "iKONIC" for eight years, dedicating herself to their music and personalities. Her love for them ran deep, so deep that it led her down an unexpected path. Within iKON, her heart had a special place reserved for Bobby, her ultimate bias. He was the member who made her heart skip a beat with his charisma and talent. But, in truth, every member held a unique place in her heart, like her own children, except for Bobby, who occupied a different, more enchanting space. However, the perfect journey hit a rough patch on June 12, 2019. A dark cloud of controversy emerged around Hanbin, iKON's leader and producer, who was accused of m*******a use in 2016. Despite a lack of concrete evidence, his innocence remained unproven. The aftermath was shattering, leading to the termination of his contract and a major shakeup in the group dynamics. Diana couldn't accept the narrative of Hanbin's voluntary exit; she believed he was a pawn in a controversial political maneuver. Determined to make a change, she orchestrated a meeting with Yang Hyun-suk (YG), the head of YGE. In a bold move, she withdrew her shares from YGE and resolved to acquire iKON's contracts and their group name, iKON, from the label. The meeting with YG was tense. He urged Diana to reconsider, citing the company's predicament due to declining performance and artist-related scandals. He painted a picture of a potential stock rebound, but Diana's determination held firm. She had already laid out the blueprint for IKNO Ent., pooling resources and meticulously crafting a team encompassing managers, bodyguards, producers, and support staff. Her proposal left no room for denial, offering tempting compensation packages and a new beginning for iKON. The moment of reckoning arrived as Diana faced all seven members, their puzzled expressions mingling with her emotional turmoil. Laughter interjected her impending tears, spurred by their bewildered countenances. The plan was all set; she just needed to meet iKON to make this work. The meeting date arrived, and Diana was a bundle of nerves. She was already in tears just to see all seven of them standing in front of her. Their confused faces made her laugh and stopped her from bursting into tears. It was an emotionally awkward situation, but she gathered herself to be in businesswoman mode again. "Hi, boys. I'm Diana, your new boss. I am here to help you," she introduced herself, her voice tinged with excitement and a hint of shyness. She explained her plan, the details falling into place. Hanbin smiled and hugged her, a moment that left her shocked and emotional. This was her ultimate dream - to be noticed by them. But now, they looked at her like a bunch of kids waiting for their mom's comfort. They cried and kept thanking her, expressing their deep gratitude. And guess what? Diana couldn't control herself anymore. She cried like a baby! They were all shocked and asked her if she was an iKONIC. "Well, duh!! Obviously, I am!" she replied with a playful tone. "The only reason I invested in YG is because of you! You dumb kiddos, haha. I don't even have any other businesses in Korea aside from YG." Laughter filled the room as they shared thoughts and excitement about the future. Everyone looked forward to what they could bring to the music industry now that they had the freedom to create. The smiles on their faces were so priceless; Diana wanted to give them the whole world just to see them happy. Diana kept sneaking glances at Bobby, who kept smiling like an angel. Oh my god, her heart! She wanted to hug him tight and tell him how much she loved him. Suddenly, he shifted his gaze to her side and stared at her for a long time. Diana was shocked and so engaged in their staring contest that she forgot to look away. He was so hot and cute at the same time; her heart was beating so fast. She came back to her senses when he winked at her. OMG!!! Kill her now!! Her brain couldn't work properly; she was pretty sure her face turned red. She looked away and excused herself before she passed out! After the meeting, Diana asked for one favor: she wanted them to go to her private resort and spend time with her. She had a big surprise waiting for them. Saturday morning arrived, and the iKON members reached the resort that Diana had booked for this special day. They headed to their rooms to unpack and rest for a while. Diana, not just a successful businesswoman but also a talented cook, took charge of lunch preparations. She was excited to make this day special for her idols. Seafood, grilled meat, baked macaroni, ice cream, and a cake for dessert adorned the table - a feast fit for kings. The first ones to arrive were Yunyheong and Hanbin, who kept teasing Diana if she had really cooked all the food on the table. The rest joined them, and then there was Bobby, who sat beside her. Diana pretended like she wasn't affected by his presence, but deep inside, her heart was about to explode. They ate heartily, laughed, and joked around. They couldn't resist asking her who her bias was. With a grin, Diana replied, "You're all my biases!" It was somewhat the truth since she loved them all, but Bobby's teasing gaze made her feel weak. She almost wanted to jump on him, but she managed to keep her composure, barely. After lunch, they ventured down to the beach, where they engaged in spirited games of volleyball, sang songs along with the guitar, and had a blast. Juné, the noise pollution king himself, made sure that they had plenty of laughs. Diana, with her camera in hand, captured these precious moments, hoping to preserve their carefree spirits forever. But as she stood there, smiling and watching them, she saw Bobby sitting on the beachfront, drinking beer. He looked so peaceful, but Diana knew he had tons of concerns for their future. She urged herself to walk over to him, even though she was shy and unsure if she could hold a conversation without stuttering. She managed to sit beside him, silently staring at the calm waves. He finally noticed her and looked in her direction, smiling. Diana choked on her drink; his lips and eye smile had her heart racing. He looked like a main dish rather than a snack. And as the night unfolded, under the canvas of a starry sky, their stories intertwined in ways they could have never imagined. Fate had orchestrated this enchanting chapter of their lives, leaving Diana with unforgettable memories, and the iKON members with newfound hope and a guardian angel in their midst.