Chapter 9 (1/1)

[BREAKING] It has been reported that GOT7's Mark and soloist Jihyun have broken up. Sources say that the two have been broken up for about a week now. Netizens were quick to point out that Jihyun has unfollowed everyone from GOT7 on her IG. Her following list only includes the boys of Madtown, her CEO Jaeli, Taehwan, Jiwoo and 4Minute's HyunA. There has been no change in Mark's following list nor the other boys of GOT7. Is this just a rumor? Or is it true? We have reached out to both companies.[Update] CEO JYP has confirmed that the couple have indeed broken up. He says "It's true that the two are no longer together. The difficulty in meeting up due to their schedules were an issue. However, they remain good friends.[Update] CEO Jaeli has also spoken about the issue stating. "They have broken up."Many netizens are wondering if there's more to the story. They've pointed out that this is the shortest response that CEO Jaeli has given the public compared to his usual long and detailed explanation. Is there more to the picture that we're not seeing? Jihyun let out a snort as she read the article. She wasn't sure what she was suppose to feel. Thrilled that Jaeli had hinted that there was more to the issue or appalled with the fact that JYP had stated that her and Mark had remained friends. Mark and her hadn't spoken at all in the past week. Jihyun hadn't contacted anyone in regards to JYP Entertainment. Jihyun glanced at her phone before picking it up and loading the V app deciding that she would treat her fans with a mini video.Jihyun blinked into the camera as it started recording."Hey guys!" She started with a wave. "How are you all? You're all studying well and dressing warmly right? The weather's getting a lot cooler so make sure you don't forget your warm jackets and scarves. The two maknaes are usually here with me but they're preparing hard for their follow-up album which will be released soon. You'll support them right? Jiwoo and Taehwan are well as usual. Maybe I should get Jiwoo oppa to debut or at least rap. I think it would be pretty funny. I'll see you guys soon." With a gentle smile and wave, Jihyun ended the video before uploading.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A month had come and gone, it was now in the middle of Winter. Madtown had finished their promotions a week ago and were given time off to enjoy themselves and their families.  However, to Jihyun, she threw herself into her work. She composed song after song but never wanted them released. She didn't know what she really wanted to do. She just felt...empty.Jaeli was growing concerned for the girl. He could tell that something was troubling her but he didn't want to seem nosy and pry into her private life. It had been months since her last promotion. Maybe he should give her another one? The fans were voicing their opinions as well, wanting to see their beloved noona and unnie."Jihyun, about your next concept." He started resting his chin on his hands as he ga