#snowmanchallenge

"Korea has witnessed the heaviest snowfall in over 100 years".

It's all over the news.

Still, that doesn't hinder anyone from going out to enjoy the chilly, snowy weather.

And you and your boyfriend are no exception!

The both of you are dressed warmly in colourful scarves, hats, and gloves; your breath becoming visible in the frosty air the moment you step out of your apartment building.

"Woah!", Seokjin exclaims in awe at seeing your whole neighbourhood covered under a white blanket.

The soft sunlight reflecting off the fresh snow makes the whole scenery even more breathtaking.

You take in a deep breath of the crisp, cold air and turn to Seokjin with a grin.

"It's incredible! It feels like we're in a snow globe!".

He chuckles softly, his breath creating little puffs of white in the frosty air, before reaching out to adjust the beanie you're wearing, looking at you with a warm smile.

"It does feel like that; like we're in our own little snow globe world. Just you and me".

You giggle at his words, scrunching your nose cutely when he leaves a small kiss on it. Seokjin eyes glimmer fondly and he envelops your gloved hand in his own before leading you into the snow-covered streets.

The soft snow crunches under your feet in such a satisfying manner that it almost tempts you to run around like a little kid.

Meanwhile, the whole city is alive with the laughter and joy of people enjoying the first snowfall; strolling, taking photos together or playfully throwing snowballs at each other.

Yet Seokjin's attention is solely focused on you.

He just can't help glancing at you every now and then, enjoying the sight of you; your cheeks flushed and eyes sparkling in the cold air. The snowflakes land on your eyelashes delicately, creating little icy crystals that catch the sunlight. He gives your hand a gentle squeeze and then you turn his way, offering him the most dazzling smile he's ever witnessed.

God, he's so in love with you...

His other hand instinctively pats the pocket of his coat, ensuring that the velvet box is still inside.

His heart flutters with anticipation, eyes instantly scanning his surroundings and noticing that, at the moment, there are no people around in the street you're walking.

His heart begins to race, deciding now that the timing is right.

Seokjin lightly tags at your hand, causing you to halt your steps and he takes both of your hands in his, coming to stand in front of you.

"Y/N, there's something I want to tell you-".

"Excuse me, could you please take a photo of us?".

Seokjin's determined demeanour instantly falters when a group of teens interrupt him.

Despite the interruption, he smiles politely and proceeds to accommodate their request.

You're left admiring Seokjin’s easy-outgoingness like you’ve always done, watching contentedly as he helps them pose for the photo and makes some jokes to get them to loosen up.

After biding goodbye to the group, he jogs back up to you with a concerned look on his face.

“Sorry that took so long! You must be getting cold by now… Shall we go have some hot chocolate? My treat!”.

It honestly didn’t take a lot of convincing and soon you find yourself at a nearby café, sipping on a cup of hot chocolate at a window table.

The cosy ambience of the café offers you a comfortable respite from the cold outside, as you wrap your hands snugly around your mug gazing out of the window at the falling snowflakes.

Seokjin can’t help another surge of affection rushing over him at the sight of you, which causes him to reach into his coat pocket again.

“Y/N… All this time-”.

A loud clatter echoes right next to the two of you and you both whip your heads to the side, noticing how a waitress has accidentally dropped her tray beside you.

Great…

Another interruption.

Seokjin lets out a soft sigh in an attempt to hide his agitation and quickly gathers himself, regaining his composure.

The waitress apologises profusely and he politely reassures her that it’s okay; even helping her pick up her tray.

At the same time, you inwardly swoon over how wonderful your boyfriend is.

His genuine kindness to those around him always reaffirms the depth of your affection for him.

Every time he acts as a gentleman, it has you falling even deeper in love with him.

Unaware of Seokjin’s plan being yet again pushed back, you suggest that the two of you start making your way back home.

With a touch of reluctance in his tone, which you fail to notice, Seokjin agrees with you and after paying for your beverages, he follows you out of the café.

You step out into the snowy streets again, still clueless to Seokjin's inner turmoil, as the both of you start making your way back home, hand in hand.

The wheels are turning in Seokjin’s brain, his expression swirling with a mixture of panic and determination, as he tries to come up with the ultimate plan.

His gaze wanders around vacantly until it unconsciously lands on a group of kids laughing whilst building a big snowman.

And that’s when the idea pops into his mind.

The third time's a charm, right?

Well, it better be!

He slowly halts his footsteps, turning to you with an undecipherable glint in his eyes.

"Hey, want to do something fun before we head home?".

You furrow your eyebrows at him in confusion.

"Hm? Like what?".

"Remember the #snowmanchallenge? The one that couples do in the snow?".

Your heart flutters at his suggestion. You didn't think he would've remembered you mentioning that you wanted to do that with him during the first snow.

“Aww yes, I love that trend! I’ve always wanted to try it together!”.

He chuckles at your excitement, his heart swelling with affection seeing you light up like this.

“I know…”.

With a sweet smile on his face, Seokjin gently tugs on your hand guiding you over to a small park.

You come to stand opposite each other at a small clearing next to under a snow-covered tree, the crunchy snow beneath you two acting as your stage.

"Alright, let's do this! Ready?".

You nod with an enthusiastic grin and Jin starts the countdown for you two to start doing the steps. What surprises you though is that he also starts singing the lyrics of the song himself. His melodic voice echoes pleasantly in your ears as he gently escorts you through the dance.

On the other hand, Jin is ecstatic to see his plan so close to succeeding. The way you both move with each other so romantically in sync. The playful atmosphere between you fuelling his anticipation.

This is a moment he wants to cherish forever; dancing and singing with you on a canvas of pure white snow beneath the winter sky.

This is it!

Now’s the right moment!

Elated, Seokjin spins you around reaching into his pocket at the same time.

Children’s laughter can be heard nearby but all he can focus on now is dropping on one knee and opening the velvet box.

Alas, little does he know that the couple of kids running by accidentally knock on the tree under whose branches you two are standing.

Before he knows it, a huge pile of snow falls from its branches and lands right on top of him.

Your eyes widen gasping in shock at the sight of your boyfriend knelt on the ground; snow atop his broad shoulders, arms and head.

Giddy laughter bubbles out of your lips before you can stop yourself.

"Oh my God, Jin! You look like a snowman! Hahaha, from now on, I’m going to call you Mr. Snow!".

Clutching onto your stomach, your laughter slowly dies down as Seokjin starts to brush off some of the snow, a small gleam catching your attention.

Your mouth gapes when you finally notice that he’s holding the most beautiful engagement ring you've ever seen in his hands.