What Joshua Jisoo Hong Fanfics Depict Their Relationship Growth Post-Scandal Or Drama?

especially after that scandal blew up. The fandom really ran wild with the 'what ifs' and 'could have beens,' crafting some intense emotional arcs. One standout is 'Faded Pictures,' where the scandal forces them into a fake dating scenario to save face, but the slow burn from resentment to genuine affection is chef's kiss. The author nails the tension—how every touch feels like a landmine, how public scrutiny weighs on them, until they finally break down in a Hotel room, admitting they’ve loved each other all along. It’s raw, messy, and so damn satisfying.

Another gem is 'Crossfire,' which takes a darker turn. Here, the scandal isn’t just tabloid fodder but a orchestrated smear campaign by a rival agency. Joshua goes feral protecting Jisoo, and the way their trust fractures and rebuilds through coded messages and secret meetups is spine-tingling. The fic plays with power dynamics—Jisoo’s icy defiance versus Joshua’s quiet desperation—until they finally crash together in a storm of apologies and kisses. The fandom loves this one for its gritty realism and the way it mirrors real industry drama without feeling exploitative.

For lighter takes, 'Strawberry Lipstick' is pure fluff post-scandal, where they accidentally move in together after a PR blunder and bicker over toothpaste brands while falling hopelessly in love. It’s a palate cleanser, really, with Jisoo doodling hearts on Joshua’s coffee cups and Joshua learning to braid her hair. The growth here is subtle but sweet—they start as reluctant roommates and end up building a home in each other’s quirks. The scandal barely matters; it’s all about the tiny moments that stitch their hearts together.

Then there’s 'Neon Signs,' an AU where they’re rival bartenders post-scandal, mixing drinks and metaphors about love being a bitter cocktail. The banter is razor-sharp, and their relationship grows through late-night debates about life and stolen shifts covering for each other. It’s less about the drama and more about two people rediscovering each other outside the spotlight. The emotional payoff when Joshua crafts a drink named after Jisoo’s laugh? Perfection. These fics all twist the scandal into something transformative, whether it’s angst, fluff, or a fight for redemption—proof that even chaos can birth beautiful stories.