Entertainment thread by @minimeowngi

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same mistakes | taegikook au

ever since the breakup, exes taehyung and jungkook keep on fighting over the same people and adding the wins to their individual scores, competitively trying to win against each other.

their next target? min yoongi.

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Yoongi - third year. not very popular. he likes to keep to himself.

Hoseok - third year. Yoongi's best friend.

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Taehyung - second year. very popular in college. Jungkook's ex-boyfriend.

Jimin - second year. used to be both Taehyung's and Jungkook's best friend before they broke up.

Seokjin - fourth year. top student in acting so he became Taehyung's friend as well.

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Jungkook - second year. Taehyung's ex boyfriend.

Namjoon - third year. became Jungkook's best friend after the breakup.

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Yoongi nervously shifts his feet as he waits outside the dance studio. Hoseok did tell him to watch his practice since they’re allowing visitors today to get some feedback.

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Hoseok said that Yoongi doesn’t have to say anything because he’s happy with just having Yoongi’s support there. And well, Yoongi does want to see Hoseok dance.

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He’s been dancing ever since they were kids and Yoongi wants to be there to give Hoseok praises before their big performance.

“Yoongi!” Hoseok exclaims as soon as he opens the door, grinning widely before pulling Yoongi into a hug.

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Yoongi returns the hug, smiling gently and patting Hoseok gently on the back. “Come inside! Why were you waiting outside? Everyone else is here.” Hoseok pulls Yoongi inside, shutting the door behind them.

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And he’s right. It’s pretty crowded inside the studio. Yoongi couldn’t recognize anyone else other than Park Jimin who is Hoseok’s closest friend in the dance group. Jimin gives him a charming smile which he returns as bright as he possibly can.

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“Are you starting soon? I have a class in an hour,” Yoongi says, to which Hoseok nods excitedly in response.

“Oh yeah. We’d start soon. You can stay at the side and watch. It’s pretty crowded today. I didn’t know so many people are coming today.

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We’re getting popular, huh?” he asks cheekily, and Yoongi just laughs at Hoseok’s silliness. He never fails to make Yoongi smile. They might seem like they’re polar opposites but they actually complement each other pretty well.

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“Okay then. Go and dance as much as you want. I’ll be here watching.”

Hoseok beams brightly at him, and Yoongi swears he could feel his eyes get blinded by how bright Hoseok looks like. Okay, it might be an exaggeration but Hoseok really is the epitome of light.

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Yoongi watches as Hoseok finds his way back to the center of the room to talk to Jimin, probably about the dance starting soon. Jimin grins back and Yoongi just chuckles as he realizes just why Hoseok and Jimin are so close. They really emit the same aura.

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Jimin runs off the side of the room, opposite Yoongi’s position, to say something to his friend who probably also came to watch their practice. The man seems familiar. Maybe he’s someone famous that Yoongi had seen a lot of times in the campus.

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It wouldn’t be surprising at all since Jimin is pretty famous too.

Jimin laughs and playfully punches his friend before running off to Hoseok again. And at that moment, Jimin’s friend turns to meet Yoongi’s gaze, making Yoongi freeze in his position.

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There’s something in that gaze that makes Yoongi want to melt. Isn’t his gaze too strong? Who the hell has those kinds of eyes? They look so intimidating and Yoongi couldn’t break the gaze because it just feels like it would be so wrong to do so.

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The man smirks at him, his eyelid dropping down into a wink and making Yoongi completely flustered before he finally tears his gaze away. 

What’s his deal? Isn’t he popular? Why is he going around winking at random guys like Yoongi?

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“I’ve done a lot of research about the history of music and it’s pretty complex, isn’t it? Here, I took down some notes and I thought I should show you,” Namjoon says as he pushes his notebook towards Yoongi’s side of the table,

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already turned to the page which contains Namjoon’s handwriting. It’s pretty long. He must’ve worked so hard on this.

“I have some notes too but it’s on my laptop. Would you mind if I send it to you through email instead?” Yoongi asks, eyes meeting Namjoon’s.

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Namjoon gives him a dimpled smile and a nod. “I don't mind at all. I’ll text you with my email later so you can send me the file.”

Yoongi is so thankful that he has Namjoon as a partner for this project.

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Not only is Namjoon very smart – he’s also the closest friend Yoongi has among all music majors. A lot of them are usually introverts like Yoongi who likes to keep to themselves (and Yoongi isn’t one to make the first move to approach anyone and ask them to be friends),

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and the others are people who think they’re so artistic and so much better than everyone else (and Yoongi can’t tolerate them either). Namjoon is perfectly normal. He loves music and he works hard to prove himself.

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Yoongi feels comfortable being with him, so it’s definitely a good thing that they partnered up for this.

“Well, we have a lot of time left. Our report is due next month but I just wanted to check on our progress so far.

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Sorry for asking you to meet up like this,” Namjoon says with a small chuckle, rubbing the back of his neck and seemingly embarrassed.

“it’s okay,” Yoongi responds, giving Namjoon a warm smile. “I don’t mind. I like talking about music.”

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“You really love music, don’t you? I didn’t know I would ever meet someone who spends so much time and energy on music even more than I do. And Jungkook calls me a music freak.”

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“I’d take music freak as a compliment.” Yoongi laughs, making Namjoon agree with his statement as well. 

Namjoon opens his mouth to say something else, and Yoongi excitedly waits as well. Namjoon tends to say the most interesting things that makes Yoongi think.

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But before Namjoon could even let out another word, they were both interrupted by a sudden presence making itself known by slumping down on the seat next to Namjoon uninvited. They both stare at the man, eyes wide and very much surprised.

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“Hyung, I’m so bored. I can’t find anyone interesting. Can you find someone for me? You have a lot of friends, right?” the man asks, and Yoongi furrows his eyebrows in confusion. Is the man talking to him?

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Well, he does seem younger (although very muscular – which is perfectly obvious despite the lack of skin showing from the coat he’s wearing), so it makes sense that he would call any of them hyung. Yoongi doesn’t remember ever meeting the man before though.

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“Jungkook,” Namjoon groans, and with the tone he used while saying that word, Yoongi just knows that he’s mentally face-palming right now. “What are you doing here? I told you I have an important project to do."

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The man, Jungkook, pouts and glares at Namjoon, almost looking betrayed. “Is that how you treat your one and only best friend?”

“Go attend your classes. I’ll talk to you later and you can complain all you want.”

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Jungkook rolls his eyes, gaze then shifting to Yoongi who’s just glancing at the two with confusion and awkwardness. As soon as their gazes meet, Jungkook’s eyes flicker with interest. “Oh,” he says, lips curling up into a smile.

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“Who do we have here?” he leans closer to the table, supporting his chin with his palm, elbow resting on the table.

“Oh, I’m, uh, I’m Yoongi,” he awkwardly introduces himself.

Jungkook doesn’t seem bothered though.

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Instead, his grin widens even more, eyes burning with something akin to interest. He stretches his free hand towards Yoongi. “Jungkook. Remember my name, yeah? You’d need that for later.”

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Namjoon groans from beside Jungkook, but Yoongi just takes the man’s offered hand, shaking it gently. It’s just an introduction. Why is Namjoon so worried? “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Jungkook.”

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Jungkook’s tongue briefly darts out to lick his lips, eyes shining with amusement which Yoongi couldn’t understand. Is there something amusing with introductions that Yoongi knows nothing about? “The pleasure is all mine.”

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“Jungkook,” Namjoon calls, interrupting their heated gazes (Yoongi seems to be having intense staring sessions with random people these days). Jungkook smiles gently at Yoongi before taking his hand back and turning to face Namjoon. “No,” Namjoon briefly says.

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“I’m not even doing anything yet.” Jungkook chuckles, the word ‘yet’ lingering in Yoongi’s head. What is that even supposed to mean? Does he have any errand to attend to?

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“Okay, then can you leave for now? We have a project to talk about and you’re being an annoying brat,” Namjoon grumbles, to which Jungkook just giggles as a response.

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“Okay! I’ll leave for now then. I’ve found a solution to my problem anyway,” he excitedly says as he stands up from his seat. Namjoon shakes his head as if he’s instantly regretting something that Yoongi’s not aware of. These two seem to have a lot of inside jokes.

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But before Jungkook leaves, he turns to Yoongi first to hold his gaze again. “I’ll see you soon, I hope.” And just like that, Jungkook turns to leave, hands shoved into his pockets and grinning from ear to ear as if he has just accomplished something to be proud of.

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Yoongi just stares at him, completely lost. What the hell just happened?

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Yoongi rushes towards his class, chest heaving with too much physical activity for the day. It’s so early in the morning and he’s already running as if he’s in a damn marathon.

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He hasn’t worked out enough for this (he doesn’t work out at all but no one needs to know that). He clutches the messy pile of papers close to his chest, trying his best not to drop them on the ground because it would be even more of a hassle if they end up scattered around.

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His entire project is written there! That’s his entire future!

He sees the building in front of him and sighs in relief as he looks at his watch, seeing that he still has a few minutes left before class starts. He wasn’t so late after all.

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And well, he found out that he’s a very fast runner too.

He slows down his pace, allowing himself to start breathing properly so he wouldn’t look like a mess in front of his classmates.

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He climbs up the stairs while cursing every single person who made this building (because do they know how hard it is to climb up the stairs? Yoongi is suffering!).

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He reaches the floor of his assigned classroom, letting out another sigh of relief as he notices that his classmates are still lingering outside and joking amongst themselves. The professor didn’t get there early and Yoongi isn’t in trouble.

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“Yoongi,” a voice calls, forcing Yoongi to snap out of his dazed state. He turns his head to the side only to see Jungkook casually leaning against the wall next to his classroom. 

Wait.

Jungkook isn’t a music major.

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Yoongi blinks. “What are you doing here? Don’t you have a class to attend?”

Jungkook grins, straightening up and walking closer towards Yoongi. “I don’t have morning classes. I just went to walk Namjoon-hyung here because he was carrying a lot of things,

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and well, I’m pretty strong.”

Yoongi’s eyes subconsciously went down to gaze at Jungkook’s muscles straining his clothes, before blushing furiously at the sight and snapping his gaze back to Jungkook’s face instead.

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“Oh, uh, that’s pretty nice of you. I’ll go inside now. It’s nice to see you, Jungkook-ah.”

Yoongi walks towards the door but he was stopped by a gentle grip on his arm, making him turn back to Jungkook once again. “Is there something you need?”

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Jungkook looks amused by that question, lips quirking up into a smile. “Well, yeah. A lot of things.” Well, he seems pretty demanding for a second year. “But I’ll settle for one right now. Do you want to go out with me later? Have a drink with me or something?”

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The younger man looks confident. Too confident that Yoongi would say yes. It makes Yoongi feel a little guilty to deny his offer but he has to. He’d be pretty busy later because of too much requirements piling up,

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and no matter how much he wants to spend some quality time with friends, his time wouldn’t allow him to do so. He really can’t postpone his works to a later date anymore. “I’m sorry, Jungkook. I’d be busy later. I have a lot of work to do.”

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Yoongi could see the exact time Jungkook’s expressions fell, his former bright aura being replaced by disappointment. “I really wanted to hang out with you. I was so excited to see you today,” Jungkook says, a prominent pout forming on his lips.

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Yoongi feels guilt grip his heart tightly. He’s just starting to make new friends and he’s already failing. He just wants to be closer to other people. “I’ll message you later. We can talk then, okay? D-don’t look at me like that.

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You look like you just got rejected and people are looking at us weirdly.”

And truthfully enough, the other music students are stealing glances at them and whispering amongst themselves.

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They probably find it weird that Yoongi is talking so familiarly to someone else other than Hoseok and Namjoon. He’s not really known to be the most sociable person in the class. Besides, Jungkook seems pretty famous too. They must know him well.

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“You’ll talk to me a lot later?” Jungkook asks softly, eyes burning into Yoongi’s as his touch still lingers on Yoongi’s skin. For some reason, this mere act seems so intimate to the point where Yoongi feels like he would melt right on the spot if this continues.

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“Yeah,” Yoongi answers, letting out a small laugh. “Here. I’ll give you my number so you can stop looking like at me like I betrayed you or something.”

Jungkook’s eyes immediately lights up, a grin forming on his face and looking like he just had another accomplishment.

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He’s pretty persistent, isn’t he? Yoongi doesn’t remember anyone ever being so clingy to him before other than Hoseok. They exchange phones, and Yoongi rushes to type in his number so he could enter his class already.

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He really enjoys Jungkook’s company so far but the professor might be here soon.

“There, you can text me later.” Yoongi hands him back his phone and Jungkook did the same.

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Yoongi looks at his screen showing Jungkook’s contact details, and flushes red when he notices that Jungkook placed a heart on his own name. Who the hell does that? Is he flirting with Yoongi or something?

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Or is it normal to add heart emojis to other guys’ names and Yoongi just wasn’t aware of it? Well, Hoseok does use an excessive amount of hearts in conversations. It kind of makes sense.

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“Okay then. I would definitely text you later,” Jungkook says, walking forward and making Yoongi freeze on his position. Why is Jungkook getting closer? It also doesn’t help that this man is too damn attractive for his own good. Who the hell looks this attractive up close?

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Isn’t everyone supposed to be uglier the closer you look at them? It’s weird. It feels so weird. Yoongi has to stop engaging with handsome men or his heart wouldn’t be able to survive. Jungkook reaches up, fingers carding through Yoongi’s hair gently.

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Yoongi freezes, not knowing what to do when Jungkook is at such a close proximity. He could faintly smell Jungkook’s scent, and he just wants to close his eyes and lean in to bask in the wonderful smell. He does appreciate sweet scents a lot.

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“You’ve got something on your hair,” Jungkook’s velvety voice surrounds Yoongi, making him feel a little light-headed. “There, it’s all good now.” Jungkook chuckles lightly before finally taking one step away from Yoongi.

And finally, Yoongi could breathe easier.

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What the hell was that? Isn’t Jungkook’s presence too overpowering?

“Oh, uh, thanks,” he manages to blurt out despite still feeling a little too flustered.

Jungkook gives him a gentle smile, full of charm and a hint of amusement.

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“You look cute when you’re embarrassed. I like that.”

Yoongi flushes even more, fingers tightly clutching the papers he’s been holding all this time. He wouldn’t be surprised if they’re all crumpled by now.

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“Mr. Min,” a voice from behind calls, not allowing Yoongi to even utter another response to Jungkook.

It’s the sound of his professor’s voice.

Yoongi’s eyes widen, but Jungkook looks too calm in front of him. He looks like he’s even enjoying what’s happening.

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Yoongi slowly turns around to face his professor who’s lingering by the door. “Sir?” he asks, voice small.

The professor sighs, eyes darting to Jungkook before returning to Yoongi.

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“If you’re done talking to your boyfriend, then maybe you should come inside now because class is starting soon. You too, Mr. Jeon. Don’t visit Yoongi too much when he’s in class.”

Yoongi gulps nervously. “Sir, you’ve got it all wrong. We’re not-”

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“Of course, sir. I’m sorry for that. I just wanted to see his face before attending my own classes,” Jungkook replies cheekily, cutting Yoongi off.

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“I’ll talk to you later, Yoongi. Text me, okay?” Jungkook says, throwing Yoongi a smirk before finally walking away, looking completely satisfied with himself.

“I didn’t expect you to be involved with someone like Mr. Jeon, but I guess life is really full of surprises.”

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The professor sighs before finally walking inside, and Yoongi didn’t even have the time to think about what the old man said because he’s too busy hurrying inside the room and settling down on an empty seat.

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It’s not that Yoongi expected his time at the library to be perfectly peaceful of anything. A lot of people come to the library after all. Some are studying like what Yoongi plans to do, and some are just whispering secrets among themselves

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as if the library is an official meeting place for friends or something. Not that it bothers Yoongi. He uses the library because it’s quieter compared to studying outside, and there’s a table and a seat he can use, plus, books to browse on when he needs to look for references.

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The library is very convenient for him so it’s okay if it’s not particularly quiet.

But this is very different from the usual. 

Jungkook and Taehyung took it upon themselves to occupy the seats next to Yoongi, leaving him sandwiched in the middle.

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And while Yoongi does enjoy company sometimes, with someone’s mere presence giving him some comfort, he really can’t find comfort with the tension between them right now. He’s been stuck in the page of the book in front of him for a few minutes already,

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not comprehending a single statement because he could practically taste the tension in the air. Taehyung and Jungkook are glaring at each other, and Yoongi is really just waiting for one of them to break the gaze. It’s very uncomfortable.

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He knew that there’s some sort of bad blood between them, but he didn’t know that it’s to this extent.

“Uh, is everything okay?” he asks, finally closing the book and letting it rest on the table, giving up on studying at this point.

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There’s no way he could do anything with these two seemingly plotting murders inside their heads.

“If Jungkook-ssi would leave us alone then it would be perfect, hyung,” Taehyung finally speaks, and Yoongi didn’t miss his biting tone.

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“Why don’t you leave instead? I’m sure hyung would love my presence more. Right, hyung?” Jungkook says, voice velvety and teasing as if he’s completely unbothered, when his expressions say otherwise.

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“He prefers my company. Stop being delusional, Jeon. You’re embarrassing yourself.” Taehyung huffs, raising an eyebrow and riling Jungkook up even more.

“Stop it. I don’t prefer anyone’s company or anything.” Yoongi sighs, throwing the two of them a tired look.

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“I’m trying to study and you two are distracting me.”

Jungkook’s formerly tense expression slowly softens as he turns his eyes to Yoongi, a small smirk forming on his lips. “Are my looks too distracting? I did try to look better today-”

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“I’ve always been told that my looks would get me far in acting. I’m glad you think I’m that attractive,” Taehyung cuts Jungkook off, and that leads to Jungkook glaring at Taehyung again, probably feeling disrespected.

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Yoongi sighs, slumping on his chair. The two are glaring at each other again and Yoongi feels like he’s surrounded by kids. He could see the other students in the library giving them scandalized glances, and Yoongi just wants the ground to swallow him whole.

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It was so fun talking to these two individually, but this tension when they’re together is really something else. They look like they want to bite each other’s heads off.

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“Get out, Kim. I want to spend time with Yoongi-hyung,” Jungkook snaps, sounding almost childish with his demand. 

“Why don’t /you/ get out so I can spend time with hyung? You’re being a nuisance, Jeon.”

Yoongi screams internally. It doesn’t seem like it’ll end anytime soon.

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Yoongi expected Jungkook to be planning something weird and unexpected with how desperate he was in asking Yoongi to hang out, but his worries dissipate as soon as Jungkook drags him towards street, ranting excitedly about how he has the perfect place to take photos on.

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Yoongi, although a little confused, decides to follow Jungkook anyway.

They arrive at the park, strangely empty when Yoongi had expected it to be crowded. "Here, I bet you would look so good in the photos!" Jungkook excitedly exclaims,

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eyes shining with so much adoration that Yoongi couldn't find it in himself to deny.

"Jungkook-ah, I'm not really good with pictures." Yoongi awkwardly laughs, lightly scratching the back of his head and struggling to make eye contact.

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Jungkook's gaze is just too much for him for some unknown reason.

"You look so amazing in photos though. The first time I saw your photo, I knew that I had to take some of my own. But if you feel uncomfortable, then it's fine too, hyung. We can just eat together."

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Jungkook grins, still looking a little too bright despite Yoongi's initial expectation that the younger man would definitely pout and complain again.

Yoongi chuckles, finally relaxing after the confirmation that he's not really obliged to go with Jungkook's plans.

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But this just urges him to continue. It wouldn't be that bad, right? He'd be helping Jungkook practice his photography skills and it wouldn't be a bad idea to have some photos taken as well.

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“What are you waiting for? Let’s take photos so you can practice. Where do you want me to stand?” he asks, raising an eyebrow at the younger man as if to ask him why he still isn’t getting to work.

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Jungkook practically beams, and Yoongi could see the imaginary puppy tail wagging behind Jungkook. That’s just how he looks like right now. It’s absolutely adorable. And isn’t a puppy such a harmless description for someone as intimidating as Jeon Jungkook?

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And so Jungkook starts working, moving Yoongi gently to certain places along the park and making him show a specific look on his face just like a pretty doll. It's a little embarrassing but Jungkook is amazing, Yoongi concludes.

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He’s definitely a professional. He knows just what the right words to say are, managing to get the perfect reactions out of Yoongi just before he takes a shot. He’s playful, smart, and very admirable. Jungkook with a camera just seems so different from the Jungkook without one.

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And Yoongi doesn’t know which one he prefers as of yet.

Yoongi jokes around a few times, making funny faces just before the sound of the shutter, and making Jungkook laugh as well.

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Jungkook looks too innocent with a huge smile on his face, with his front teeth a little too prominent compared to the others.

“Was it good? Do you need to take some more?” Yoongi asks as he walks towards Jungkook who is busy browsing through the photos he had taken so far.

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He has a silly grin on his face so Yoongi could only assume that it turned out okay. “What? Why are you smiling? What are you looking at?” he asks suspiciously, looking at the picture Jungkook seems to find absolutely amusing.

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And there on the screen, he sees an extremely zoomed photo of his face from the time he was trying to be funny, and Yoongi gasps at how ridiculous he looks like. “Why are you zooming so much? Delete that now!”

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Yoongi complains, looking at Jungkook with betrayal shown on his face, rushing forward to snatch the camera out of Jungkook’s hands.

But before he could even take hold of the camera, Jungkook is already running away and laughing like a maniac. Or more like giggling, really.

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Yoongi glares at him before running off to follow him, trying to catch him all over the wide park, which proves to be impossible as Jungkook doesn’t seem to run out of energy while Yoongi could already feel his lungs burning from too much physical activity.

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“Ah hyung, you’re tired already?” Jungkook mocks him, finally stopping and just opting to staring at Yoongi’s tired state.

Yoongi takes this as a chance to charge forward, deciding to attack at Jungkook’s moment of weakness.

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But Jungkook seems to always be one step forward because as soon as Yoongi charges onto him, he stretches his arm up, holding the camera a little, /very little/, higher than what Yoongi could reach.

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Yoongi scrunches his face with determination and stretches his arms as far as they could go, but to no avail. Jungkook is just laughing at him, keeping his free hand on Yoongi’s shoulder to stop him from tip-toeing.

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Yoongi is pretty sure that they look absolutely ridiculous to anyone who would pass by the park right now.

“Fine, be like that,” Yoongi mutters, finally stopping his fight by leaving one last playful punch on Jungkook’s hard chest.

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“Oh, come on. Don’t be mad at me. You were so cute there and I didn’t want you to delete it!” he tries to reason out as if that would make Yoongi feel reassured.

“You were laughing at my photo!” Yoongi argues, giving Jungkook a pointed look,

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accompanied by a prominent pout that always seems to show on his face when he’s serious.

“I was laughing because you looked so adorable!” Jungkook argues back, to which Yoongi just continue to glare at him as a response.

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“Oh, come on. I won’t show it to anyone.” Yoongi is still glaring. “I’ll treat you to a meal.” Still a glare and a pout. “And strawberry shortcake and coffee. Namjoon-hyung said you love those a lot.”

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At that last offer, the glare completely disappears from Yoongi’s face, soon replaced by an amazed look. It’s almost like he just heard that Jungkook would give him a billion won or something. He can’t possibly be /that/ excited over something as simple as coffee and cake, right?

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“Coffee and cake?” he asks, voice sounding so hopeful and so much different from how his complaints sounded like earlier. He almost looks like a different person, and Jungkook just wants to coo at how adorable he looks like right now.

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He wants to reach forward and pinch one of Yoongi’s plump cheeks which are basically asking to be pinched, to be honest, but he holds himself back because he doesn’t want Yoongi to think that he’s a creep or something.

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“Yeah. As long as I get to keep those photos.”

“Okay,” Yoongi answers with a grin, not even giving himself the time to contemplate. “Let’s go get that coffee, Jungkookie. I want coffee. And cake.”

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Yoongi strides away excitedly, and Jungkook swears he could see Yoongi skip on his steps every once in a while. 

Jungkook internally screams before following behind Yoongi who seems to know where exactly the nearest café is. 

God, Yoongi is just too adorable for his own good.

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Yoongi didn’t know what to expect when he came to watch Taehyung’s rehearsal. Sure, he knows that Taehyung is really good at what he does. Seokjin is the top student and Taehyung is just right behind him in acting, so it’s really obvious just how good he is.

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Rumors say that Seokjin and Taehyung plan on working together after they both graduate, and everyone is also expecting Taehyung to be the top student once Seokjin graduates this year.

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Taehyung learned from Seokjin a lot, and he’s up there and competing with Seokjin for the top spot already despite the gap of their experiences.

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So when Yoongi comes to visit with the intention to see Taehyung perform, he knew that it would be good, but he didn’t know to what extent.

Taehyung as an actor is completely different from the Taehyung Yoongi sees all over the campus and laughing around with a lot of friends.

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Taehyung as a student is very charming, and he knows just how to make everyone like him (except for Jungkook, probably). Taehyung knows a lot of people and he manages to keep a good relationship with them despite the games he likes to play.

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He’s all boxy smiles and laughter when he’s with his friends.

So seeing him now with various expressions on his face as he acts, looking so genuine that Yoongi has to remind himself that Taehyung is just acting, Yoongi couldn’t help but let his emotions follow Taehyung’s.

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When his character is boiling with anger, he shows it so well with his face, almost making Yoongi cower in fear because this is the first time he had seen that expression on Taehyung’s face. Sure, he looks annoyed when Jungkook is around, but that is nothing compared to this.

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This expression makes Yoongi’s skin crawl, and he reminds himself not to make Taehyung mad if this is how scary his mere expression would be.

Yoongi is completely entranced by Taehyung that he couldn’t even remember anyone else who acted with him during the rehearsal.

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All of his attention was captured by Taehyung and Taehyung only.

Taehyung has this tendency to make himself shine above everyone else, and Yoongi briefly remembers his first encounter with the man back in the dance studio. That must be it.

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That must be why Yoongi couldn’t look away back then. Not only is his face very attractive, but his entire being is just so… enchanting.

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As soon as the rehearsal is done, Yoongi immediately stands from his seat as Taehyung walks towards him with a proud grin on his face. And rightfully so. He did so amazing for a rehearsal. Yoongi isn’t even going to question Taehyung anymore when he says that he’s very talented.

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He has all of his skills and hard work as the foundation of that statement. It’s not even boasting, Yoongi realizes, Taehyung was just saying the truth.

“Was it okay?” Taehyung asks as he stops in front of Yoongi, gently wiping the small droplets of sweat from his forehead.

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He sure worked too hard today. He’s even sweating when it’s not that hot.

Yoongi grins proudly, eyes widening with excitement. “You were so good! I didn’t know anyone could act like that,” he praises Taehyung, feeling satisfied as he sees Taehyung’s own eyes light up.

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“Here, drink some water. You seem tired.” Yoongi offers the bottle of water he bought outside for himself, but he didn’t even get the chance to drink it because he was too busy watching. Besides, Taehyung needs it more right now.

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“Thanks.” Taehyung gives him a light wink before Taehyung takes the water from his hand, uncapping it and taking huge gulps. Yoongi just watches for a while as Taehyung drinks, but soon tears his gaze away from the man

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as he realizes that he might seem a little creepy for watching another guy drink. Well, it’s not his fault that Taehyung could make the most normal thing so damn enchanting.

“So,” Taehyung starts when he’s done drinking, making Yoongi feel comfortable enough to look again.

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And Yoongi wants to scream. Why is he still so damn attractive when he’s tired from a long rehearsal, sweat and all? Everyone else looks so worn out already and Taehyung is here, sparkling with happiness as if nothing could ever bother him right now.

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“My rehearsal is done. Should we get something to eat? I’m kinda hungry right now.” Taehyung casually grabs his bag from one of the chairs, and gestures for Yoongi to follow him.

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Yoongi didn’t even hesitate or complain about how Taehyung shouldn’t be telling him what to do because he’s older, because Taehyung’s presence and voice are enough to make him do everything Taehyung tells him to do. And a meal sounds good too.

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Yoongi wouldn’t deny food no matter what.

“Did you enjoy the scenes? I think it’s still lacking in some areas so I wanted to ask for your opinion,” Taehyung says as they walk side by side, receiving glances from the other students they come across to.

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Must be weird to see a very popular guy hanging out with a not-so popular one. 

Yoongi flushes with embarrassment at the question. How is he supposed to tell Taehyung that he doesn’t even know what the hell the story was about

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because he didn’t pay attention to anything else other than Taehyung’s acting? “Oh, it’s good. I enjoyed it,” Yoongi replies with a chuckle. It wasn’t a lie anyway. He really did enjoy watching Taehyung act.

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He’s not even a fan of movies, so Taehyung really did a good job capturing his emotions.

“I’m glad it wasn’t boring for you,” Taehyung says with a small laugh as he adjusts his bag on his shoulder. “I was afraid you would regret coming to watch me.”

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Oh, only if he knows that Yoongi wasn’t bored /at all/. “Don’t be ridiculous. I would love to watch you act again. You’re a natural, Taehyung-ah. I really think you’ll do well even in the future.”

Taehyung turns to look at him, their gazes meeting.

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Their steps slowed down for a little while. “Thank you,” Taehyung says, giving Yoongi the softest smile he had ever seen on the younger man. “It means a lot hearing you say that. Watch our final performance, okay? It would be at the theater and Jin-hyung and I would be there.”

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Yoongi nods, matching the smile on Taehyung’s face. “Okay then. I’ll watch if you want me to.”

“I want you to,” Taehyung answers immediately, not even having to think about it.

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“Okay,” Yoongi says with a nod, eyes completely entranced with the way Taehyung’s own are showing so much emotions. He couldn’t look away. “I can’t wait to see you on the stage, Taehyung-ah.”

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The smile Taehyung gave him could just be the most beautiful smile he had ever seen on the man. 

It feels like something just suddenly changed.

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Yoongi thought that this would be the same as the last time, with all of the actors rehearsing together as Yoongi tries his best to pay attention to all of them rather than just looking at Taehyung.

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But as he takes his usual seat while watching Taehyung browsing through the script, he realizes that the place is still empty save for the two of them. Are they too early?

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“Taehyung-ah. When will the others come?” he asks, making Taehyung stop what he’s doing in favor of looking directly at him.

Taehyung offers him a gentle smile before putting the script back down on the table and busying his hands with the speaker instead.

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“We don’t have rehearsals today. I just wanted to have some time to practice on my own. It was rescheduled to an earlier date so I feel obliged to do even better.”

Yoongi couldn’t push back the admiration building up in his chest. Taehyung is really amazing.

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He takes his art seriously and Yoongi has so much respect for him for doing that. “Then should I leave you alone for now? Would you be more comfortable practicing on your own?”

“No, actually, I asked you to come here because I need a partner for this scene.”

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Taehyung offers his hand forward for Yoongi to take, and Yoongi hesitates for a while but decides not to embarrass Taehyung so he stands up from his seat and slowly walks towards Taehyung’s direction before taking his hand.

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He doesn’t know what the hell is happening, but Taehyung surely knows best. He’s the expert here after all. He knows what he needs to practice on.

“I don’t really know how to act. I probably wouldn’t be much help if you plan on making me help you practice your lines.”

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“It’s okay. You don’t need to act.” Taehyung smiles, eyes showing off those little sparks that Yoongi had been seeing too much lately. “I want to practice this dance. My partner is a really good dancer so I want to make my part look more natural too. Can you help me with that?”

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Yoongi licks his lips nervously, cheeks flushing red at the thought of dancing with Taehyung. He doesn’t even know how to dance! He should’ve paid attention to all those times Hoseok was trying to teach him a dance move or something –

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it would’ve been beneficial for what he’s doing now. “I mean, I can try my best.”

“Don’t be nervous,” Taehyung says with such a warm and deep voice, and as if on cue, Yoongi feels his heartbeat slow down a little.

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“It’s just a slow dance. It’s not that complex. I just want to learn how to do it more naturally and I feel like I can learn well if it’s with you.”

Yoongi doesn’t know how to respond to that. Is that a compliment? A flattery?

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Taehyung sure knows his way with words to the point where everything he says just makes Yoongi feel all warm and giddy. It’s weird. It’s a very bizarre feeling – incomparable to any Yoongi had ever experienced before.

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He allows Taehyung to guide his hands to where they should be placed, one hand on Taehyung’s shoulder while the other is clasped with Taehyung’s own. Taehyung’s hand is warm and Yoongi doesn’t mind holding onto it, to be completely honest. It’s comfortable.

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The music plays and Taehyung guides Yoongi’s body side to side. It was a little awkward for Yoongi at first but he soon got the hang of it. Taehyung is looking at him so intensely, eyes burning with adoration and a little amusement.

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There’s a small smile on his face and Yoongi couldn’t help but smile as well. “See? I told you it’s easy.” Yoongi nods shyly, feeling amazed with how their bodies are moving so elegantly along with the music. Yoongi didn’t know that he’s even capable of moving like this.

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“Just as I thought, it feels really natural with you.” His hand on Yoongi’s back becomes a little firmer and Yoongi feels his body moving closer to Taehyung’s. It’s warm. It feels so warm. “Hyung,” Taehyung calls, making Yoongi look up to match his powerful gaze.

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“Yeah?” Yoongi asks, eyes wide with curiosity, wanting Taehyung to continue what he plans on saying.

But Taehyung didn’t. Instead, he just smiles gently, features looking so ethereal and making Yoongi’s heart skip a beat.

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His face moves closer and closer until he’s barely an inch away, eyes trained on Yoongi’s lips and lingering for a while as if waiting for Yoongi to show any objection. And when Yoongi didn’t, he smiles once again before finally capturing Yoongi’s lips with his.

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Blood rushes to Yoongi’s head, all of his senses tingling. He shuts his eyes close and follows the movements of Taehyung’s lips, the dance and music now their last priority.

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His hand grips Taehyung’s shoulder tightly, holding onto him as he fears that his knees would give in if he doesn’t have anything to hold onto. 

Taehyung’s lips are so soft and Yoongi could feel all of his warmth coursing through his veins and all the way to his heart.

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He swears he could hear how loud his heart is beating right now, and it makes him feel even more excited to know that it’s because of Taehyung.

Taehyung is kissing him. Yoongi isn’t dreaming.

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When they both pull away, they just gaze at each other with smiles on their faces. “Was that part of the dance too?” Yoongi teasingly asks.

Taehyung’s boxy grin shows on his face, making Yoongi’s heartbeat accelerate. Just how is he reacting this much to something so simple?

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“No, I just wanted to do it because it’s you.”

And so they continue to practice Taehyung’s dance, with Yoongi feeling a lot more comfortable than before. Taehyung is right. It does feel natural.

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He has never been a dancer but he doesn’t mind dancing with Taehyung at all. It feels right. Taehyung feels so right.

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“Come on, hyung. It’s a historical film! You like historical films, right? It’s war and blood and stuff. It’d be pretty cool," Jungkook excitedly rants as he drags Yoongi into the cinema.

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Yoongi just follows his lead, smiling a little and finally feeling calm to know that Jungkook is not as upset as he expected him to be. He sounded really sulky before, and Yoongi thought that he would lose a friend in favor of having another.

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It’s hard to stand in between Taehyung and Jungkook because it feels like he’s always being pulled apart, not knowing what to do or what to say in fear of making one of them feel bad.

“Yeah, I like historical films. Did Namjoon tell you that?”

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Jungkook nods proudly, giving Yoongi that adorable bunny smile. He’s holding Yoongi’s wrist gently as he pulls him towards the right direction. “Yeah. And I like war films with lots of actions so it’s a win for both of us.”

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He giggles, and Yoongi couldn’t help but chuckle at the adorable sight. Jungkook looks so young like this. He has a really intimidating aura sometimes which makes it hard for Yoongi to remember that he’s younger,

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but at times like this, Yoongi could perfectly see just how.

Jungkook bought the overpriced drinks and popcorns for them to share, and Yoongi couldn’t help but feel his excitement even as they’re just sitting idly and waiting for the movie to start.

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Jungkook is practically buzzing in his seat and it’s so adorable. Jungkook has such a bad reputation but he can be like this when he’s with Yoongi. It feels nice to know that he’s comfortable enough to not feel the need to put up his walls when they’re together.

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The movie starts and they’re both completely immersed in the story. Yoongi doesn’t particularly enjoy movies, but he feels comfortable watching right now because it’s making him think a lot.

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Jungkook is muttering from time to time about how much he liked that specific camerawork, and how he has to remind himself to try that out once or twice for a project. Yoongi smiles as he hears how passionate Jungkook is when talking about this. So he likes movies.

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Jungkook likes movies because he likes to observe the camerawork. It’s a little nerdy and amusing, and Yoongi ends up teasing Jungkook about it when he gets too excited about a specific scene.

                            297
                        
And whenever the main character would show an emotion that touches Yoongi’s heart so deeply, he’s reminded of Taehyung acting during that one rehearsal when Yoongi couldn’t take his eyes off him. This is Taehyung’s dream, isn’t it? To be in the big screen.

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Yoongi thinks with amusement just how Jungkook and Taehyung would work so well in the industry because of Jungkook’s love for cameras and Taehyung’s acting skills. They really do fit each other perfectly well. Yoongi wonders just what caused them to fall apart.

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“Taehyung would look so amazing in the screen, wouldn’t he?” Yoongi blurts out this thoughts, eyes widening as he remembers just who he’s with. Jungkook’s mood would probably be ruined.

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Yoongi turns to look at Jungkook, but the man is just looking at the movie playing with a small bittersweet smile on his face, eyes looking a little pained. “Yeah, he would,” he mutters. “He had always wanted that.”

Yoongi feels his heart clench at the tone of Jungkook’s voice.

                            301
                        
It sounded so pained. And it's just so obvious that Jungkook still feels something for Taehyung. Yoongi doesn’t know to what extent since they did fell apart after the breakup, but there is no way that he hates Taehyung with how his voice sounds like right now.

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Jungkook definitely feels something. He sounds like he cares, like he wants Taehyung to reach his dream too. 

Yoongi smiles before turning his eyes back to the movie. He wonders what would’ve happened if they never fell apart.

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Yoongi hears the shutter sound of the camera as he stands in front of water, eyes closed and just enjoying the cold breeze. “You’re taking photos of again?” he asks, amusement clear in his voice as he looks back at Jungkook who’s indeed playing with his camera.

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“I couldn’t help it. You just look too good,” Jungkook replies with a chuckle, turning off his camera and finally focusing his eyes on Yoongi. “It’s beautiful here at night, right?”

“Yeah,” Yoongi answers, looking in front of him again. It’s definitely beautiful.

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The waves are crashing so peacefully against the shore, and it’s dark but the moon and the stars are shining so brightly in the sky. It’s quiet. And for some reason, with only him and Jungkook there, it just feels a little too intimate.

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He manages to convince Jungkook to just sit next to him on the sand after they’re done walking for a little while. Jungkook was a little hesitant at first because he doesn’t want Yoongi’s clothes to get dirty,

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cursing at himself for not bringing a blanket or any piece of cloth for them to sit on, but Yoongi just laughs and reassures him that it’s perfectly okay.

                            328
                        
So here they are, staring at the ocean and calmly listening to the sound of the waves with their shoulders pressed against each other, providing an unexplainable comfort. 

“Is it okay? Being here with me right now?” Jungkook asks, a little worried that Yoongi would be bored.

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It’s just that he genuinely does enjoy sightseeing like this. Looking at beautiful landscapes and adoring them is something that makes him feel calm – he hopes that it could give Yoongi some peace of mind as well.

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He had never cared about anyone else’s problems before. Those that he used to flirt with aren’t really anything but some game for him to play. But Yoongi – he just wants Yoongi to be happy for some reason.

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He just thinks that Yoongi looks so much better when he’s smiling and if he could, he would keep that smile on Yoongi’s face forever.

“Of course,” Yoongi replies, smiling genuinely as his gaze moves to meet Jungkook’s.

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Jungkook freezes for a second. His eyes look like they have all of the stars in them. Jungkook might be a little biased but he thinks that the view of the sea and the sky is nothing compared to Yoongi’s eyes right now. They hold the whole universe inside of them.

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Jungkook feels his heart skip a beat. Has Yoongi always been this beautiful?

“It’s really calming here, Jungkook-ah. Thanks for bringing me here. I needed this.”

“I just really wanted you here.” Jungkook gives in to his impulse and traces Yoongi’s cheek with his finger.

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“This has always been a beautiful place to me so I thought that it only makes sense that you’re here too.”

Yoongi smiles warmly, gums showing a little and making Jungkook feel even warmer.

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He should be cold. The breeze is cold after all and his coat is barely doing anything to keep him warm. But the sight of Yoongi’s smile just makes him feel all warm inside. “You’re such a sap, Jungkookie.” He giggles, eyes crinkling.

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Jungkook doesn’t think he had ever seen a more beautiful sight.

He gulps nervously before leaning in while still holding Yoongi’s gaze.

Yoongi’s eyes widen a little at the realization of what’s about to come.

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He looks nervous and little conflicted that Jungkook thought he would definitely pull away.

Does that mean that it’s okay if it’s with Taehyung, but not with Jungkook? Did Jungkook lose already? Did he lose the both of them already?

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He had lost Taehyung already a long time ago, will he lose Yoongi this time too? Jungkook doesn’t want to lose him at all.

“Hyung,” he whispers. “Please.”

He didn’t think of anything else after that. He just closes his eyes and leans in to bridge the gap between them.

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And god, it feels so good just to feel the softness of Yoongi’s lips against his. They feel exactly as they look like. So warm and soft and so damn perfect for Jungkook. He cups Yoongi’s cheek to tilt his head at a better angle, wanting to feel more of him.

                            340
                        
To hold him closer and closer. To mold their lips together in the most perfect way possible until Yoongi wouldn’t think that he would feel like this ever again with someone else. Jungkook wants Yoongi to know just how he feels through the kiss.

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Maybe Yoongi would feel the fear Jungkook has right now of losing him. Maybe Yoongi would feel just how much Jungkook wants him by his side. Because Jungkook had never been good at words. He acts all of his desire but he never speaks about it.

                            342
                        
That must be why Taehyung gave up on him before. That must be why Taehyung left him back then. And Jungkook doesn’t want that to happen ever again. Jungkook doesn’t want to be alone again. He can’t lose Yoongi. He won’t allow himself to lose the person he wants this time.

                            343
                        
When they finally pull away, Jungkook didn’t let go of Yoongi. He couldn’t afford to let go right now. Not while he still haven’t told Yoongi how he feels.

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“Hyung,” he calls, his free hand reaching forward to secure its grip on Yoongi’s shoulder desperately, as if afraid that Yoongi would leave if he didn’t hold onto him a little tighter. “Choose me, okay? Not him. Not Taehyung.” Yoongi stiffens at his words.

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He probably didn’t expect Jungkook to be this blunt at mentioning Taehyung since he never did like talking about the man when they’re together. “I don’t want to lose you. I think – I think I care about you too much now.”

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Yoongi chuckles softly, a bittersweet smile forming on his face as he reaches to grip Jungkook’s hand which is still resting on his cheek. “Be honest with yourself, Jungkook. You still feel something for Taehyung, don’t you? You don’t want to lose him either.”

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“It’s not possible. Taehyung and I- we’re-”

“Don’t rush, Jungkook,” Yoongi says, offering Jungkook a warm and comforting smile. “You won’t lose me. I’ll be your friend as long as you want me to. Please just think about what you want right now. I won’t leave, okay? I promise.

                            348
                        
Just please think about it more because I don’t think this is really what you want.”

“Hyung, of course I want this-”

“Let’s go home for now. It’s late,” Yoongi says, standing up to his feet and pulling Jungkook’s hand to make him stand up as well.

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Jungkook wordlessly obeys, confused as to what Yoongi means when he said that he knows what Jungkook wants. “We have to attend Taehyung’s performance tomorrow, remember? Let’s go back and get some rest so we can cheer for him. Didn’t you want that? To see Taehyung on the stage?”

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"Well, that’s his dream,” Jungkook mutters, looking at their still joined hands. He tightens his grip around Yoongi’s hand, feeling a little satisfied as he feels like he won’t lose Yoongi as long as he’s holding onto him.

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“Right. That’s his dream. Then let’s support him tomorrow, okay?”

Jungkook nods.

That sounds nice. He doesn’t mind supporting Taehyung with his dream while Yoongi is beside him. As long as Jungkook wouldn’t lose Yoongi. As long as Jungkook wouldn’t lose anyone ever again.

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Jungkook seems a little nervous as they take their seat and wait for the performance to begin. Jimin, Hoseok and Namjoon are just chatting beside them and laughing at something Yoongi doesn’t remember. All he could focus on is how nervous Jungkook seems to be.

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He’s still clutching the flowers Yoongi asked him to buy for Taehyung, and it looks adorable. He looks like he’s a teenager going on his first date.

“Calm down, Jungkook-ah. Just enjoy the performance, okay? It’ll be amazing.”

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Yoongi tries to calm him down, and Jungkook shows his appreciation by giving him a gentle smile.

“Sorry. I just haven’t seen performances like this before. It makes me a little nervous.”

Yoongi understands perfectly.

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Jungkook had been there with Taehyung ever since the beginning after all. He definitely knows just how important this is for Taehyung, and although they don’t have a perfectly good relationship lately, Jungkook must still be proud of where Taehyung is right now.

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He’s getting recognition for his talent after all. Yoongi is very proud and Jungkook must be as well.

“It’ll be fine. Taehyung will do great. He practiced a lot for this.” Yoongi gently pats Jungkook’s hand and he feels the younger man relax a little at the touch.

                            365
                        
“Yeah,” Jungkook whispers, looking at Yoongi with admiration in his eyes. “I know. Thanks, hyung.”

Jungkook always looks so confident and smug whenever he’s trying to impress other people, and it’s definitely effective because at some point, Yoongi was very intimidated as well.

                            366
                        
But he gets all anxious like this too. He seems to be a vulnerable person despite his stoic appearance. He seems so… innocent. Yoongi wants to protect that for some reason.

                            367
                        
The performance soon starts and none of them said anything anymore, as they are too preoccupied by the sight in front of them.

Taehyung was right. The performance is absolutely beautiful.

                            368
                        
The stage is decorated so aesthetically, and for some reason, Yoongi couldn’t help but think of Taehyung when looking at the designs. It seems so… him. Taehyung is talking confidently on the stage, completely immersed in his character, and it’s such an enchanting sight.

                            369
                        
He doesn’t look nervous at all. He looks like he knows perfectly what he’s doing and he plans on executing it perfectly. His voice, his expressions, his movements – everything about Taehyung is just so enchanting.

                            370
                        
Yoongi grips his chest tightly, fearing that it might jump out of its cage with how fast it’s beating right now. He could watch Taehyung like this forever and he would never get tired of it. He looks so beautiful on the stage.

                            371
                        
It’s like he was born to be there – to be in the middle of the spotlight and shine as bright as he does now.

Yoongi takes a glance at Jungkook and notices just how wide and focused his eyes are.

                            372
                        
He’s looking directly at Taehyung. And he looks so… proud.

Yoongi smiles. Maybe Jungkook is finally understanding just what Yoongi meant last night.

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“Hyung! You came!” Taehyung immediately runs to Yoongi as soon as they arrive backstage, engulfing him in a hug so tight that it almost makes it hard for him to breathe. Taehyung seems very happy.

                            375
                        
Yoongi chuckles and returns the hug, wrapping his arms around Taehyung just as tight. He’s still wearing his costume from the show and he looks absolutely beautiful. Yoongi feels his heart beat faster and faster the longer he spends wrapped up in Taehyung’s arms.

                            376
                        
It feels so comfortable that he almost doesn’t want to let go.

But he knows that he has to because Taehyung’s other friends are there to greet him as well.

                            377
                        
Jimin runs to throw himself against Taehyung, almost giving Yoongi a heart attack in fear that they would fall over but thank god Taehyung manages to keep himself on his feet.

                            378
                        
He looks at the side to see Seokjin talking to Namjoon and Hoseok, ears getting a little red, probably from receiving too much praises for his performance.

And then he remembers Jungkook.

                            379
                        
Yoongi looks behind him to see Jungkook awkwardly standing there and just looking at Taehyung who’s still busy talking to Jimin. “Jungkook-ah,” Yoongi calls, making Jungkook’s attention snap back towards him.

                            380
                        
Jungkook is looking at him with wide and innocent eyes, and Yoongi just wants to coo at the sight. He’s just so adorable. “Give him the flowers we bought.”

                            381
                        
And just then did Jungkook seem to remember that he’s holding flowers since he looks a little surprised as he gazes at the flowers in his hand. He gulps and licks his lips before finally walking forward to come near Taehyung.

                            382
                        
Taehyung looks a little confused, eyes drifting simultaneously from Jungkook’s face and to the flower he’s holding. Jimin just looks absolutely amused beside him.

“Here. It’s for you. Yoongi-hyung bought it.”

                            383
                        
Jungkook pushes the flower in front of Taehyung, and Taehyung hesitantly takes it from Jungkook. He looks a little flustered, eyes drifting to Jungkook’s face only to look away soon after.

                            384
                        
“It’s from Jungkook and I,” Yoongi says, wanting Taehyung to know that it’s not just him – that Jungkook contributed to it as well. 

Taehyung looks at him with wide eyes, face getting redder and redder as seconds pass by.

                            385
                        
“Thank you, hyung,” he says, giving Yoongi a gentle smile. He then turns to Jungkook hesitantly, one hand rubbing the back of his neck. He looks nervous. “Thanks.”

                            386
                        
Jungkook seems to be fighting back a smile from forming on his face, and Yoongi couldn’t help but notice just how natural they look together even with the awkward tension as of now.

                            387
                        
It’s probably because they did date before, but it’s just so obvious that there’s still something there – that they don’t really hate each other as much as they claim to.

Yoongi feels a lump lodge itself in his throat as he takes in the sight in front of him.

                            388
                        
Jungkook seems to be saying something which makes Taehyung even more flustered. They look so beautiful together – like that’s exactly where they belong.

And Yoongi knows that he doesn’t belong there at all.

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"I'll sit with hyung," Taehyung proudly states, head held high as he looks at Jungkook.

Jungkook frowns, giving Taehyung a mean glare. "No. I'll sit with hyung."

"No," Taehyung argues again.

"Yes," Jungkook answers.

                            397
                        
Yoongi wants to punch himself as he's seated alone while watching the two bicker in front of him.

"We went to watch your performance. You got too much of his attention already," Jungkook argues, crossing his arms confidently as if he already knows that he won the argument.

                            398
                        
"You were sitting beside him while watching me. You're the one who got too much of his time."

Yoongi sighs before clearing his throat to get both of their attention. "Why don't you two sit together on that side and I'll sit alone here," he says, earning frowns from both of them.

                            399
                        
They're just about to open their mouths to speak again, probably for more complaints, but Yoongi sends them a glare. "Go and sit now or we're all going back to our dorms."

And so the two scramble to take their seats in front of him.

                            400
                        
Yoongi smiles with satisfaction as the argument finally ends. His head hurts from all of this already. "I'll order then. Would coffee be okay? Or do you have any other preference?"

                            401
                        
"I want the same as yours!" Taehyung exclaims excitedly, giving Yoongi a boxy grin as if he's waiting for praises for choosing the same drink as Yoongi's.

Jungkook scoffs at the side. "I want coffee as well, hyung. This guy wants hot chocolate. He hates coffee."

                            402
                        
Taehyung's smile drops, turning into a frown. "I can drink coffee. It's hyung's favorite."

"No, dumbass. Just admit that you can't drink coffee. You always order hot chocolate. You're like a kid."

"I can definitely try-"

                            403
                        
"It's cool. Hot chocolate for Taehyung then," Yoongi says with a chuckle, to which Taehyung just flushes furiously. He probably thinks he's being childish for not being able to drink coffee. Jungkook looks amused and satisfied beside him, enjoying Taehyung's internal crisis.

                            404
                        
And so Yoongi orders for the three of them, fully knowing that the two would argue again if one of them has to order since they would either both refuse to leave the table or compete on who will order. Yoongi doesn't want to hear an argument again.

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"Hyung, I was so nervous before the performance. I thought I would forget my lines and embarrass myself. That would've been a nightmare. That was my first stage," Taehyung complains, pouting before taking a sip from the cup he's holding.

                            407
                        
"You did amazing though. I didn't even notice that you were nervous at all." Yoongi chuckles, always ready to reassure Taehyung that he should be proud of himself.

                            408
                        
"You've been practicing for months. What the hell were you being all nervous for? You're not an incompetent actor, are you?" Jungkook asks smugly, to which Taehyung responds with a roll of his eyes. Jungkook sounds taunting but Yoongi knows what he meant by what he said.

                            409
                        
He's implying that Taehyung is an amazing actor and that he didn't need to be nervous at all. Yoongi saw the amazement in Jungkook's eyes during that time, and so is the nervousness he was feeling before the show started.

                            410
                        
Jungkook looked like he was worried that something might go wrong in the performance, and if he really does hate Taehyung as much as he claims to, then he wouldn't have worried about Taehyung being humiliated on the stage at all. 

But he was.

                            411
                        
He only started to fully relax when he saw how confident Taehyung was on the stage, and he looked so proud too.

Yoongi doesn't know what's stopping them from rekindling their friendship.

                            412
                        
They seem to know a lot of things about each other, so they must have been really, really close before.

                            413
                        
Taehyung starts to complain about Jungkook intentionally being an asshole, and Yoongi playfully scolds Jungkook just so Taehyung would stop pouting.

Yoongi didn't know that he'd actually enjoy his day today.

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Yoongi tries his best to focus on reading his book but he could still feel Jungkook's eyes on him. It makes him feel a litte nervous and his cheeks might just be heating up a little too much under the gaze, but he tries to keep his composure.

                            433
                        
"You look so smart, hyung. It's really cute," Jungkook shamelessly says, a little too loud considering they're in the library. Yoongi feels more gazes directed at him, coming from the tables near theirs.

He gives Jungkook a glare. "Stop saying ridiculous stuff in the library."

                            434
                        
Jungkook, being the unapologetic brat that he is, just grins proudly. "Was just saying the truth. I could watch you all day."

Yoongi slams his book close, fully accepting the fact that he wouldn't be able to focus anytime soon.

                            435
                        
"So," he says, wanting to change the topic as soon as possible because he doesn't think he can take more of this. "You seemed pretty happy yesterday."

"Of course," Jungkook says, giving him a wink. "I was with you so I was happy. I'm happy right now as well."

                            436
                        
"Was it okay with Taehyung there? You didn't feel uncomfortable?"

Jungkook's eyes shift away from him for a while. "It's okay. It's not like I'm holding a grudge against him or something. It doesn't bother me as long as you're there."

                            437
                        
That piques Yoongi's interest. "You don't hate him?" he asks, looking for clarification.

"Of course not," Jungkook answers without any hesitation. "He's just annoying but it's not like I want to hurt him or something. He looks funny when he's mad."

                            438
                        
He grins, amusement obvious on his face. He doesn't look like he's lying. He looks so genuine with what he's saying.

"Are you friends now? Or like, do you think you can be friends again?"

                            439
                        
"I don't know." He shrugs nonchalantly. "I mean he was the one who broke up with me for whatever reason. He must be the one who's holding a grudge."

So Taehyung is the one who initiated the break up.

"You didn't want to break up with him then?"

                            440
                        
At that question, something in Jungkook's eyes shift. He looks a little hesitant and maybe even guilty. "I didn't. He was the one who said he wants to end whatever we have." Jungkook sighs, slumping on his chair and completely lost in his memories.

                            441
                        
"But then I was really pissed off after that so I did some stupid shit too. I don't know. It doesn't matter anymore."

Jungkook suddenly smiles brightly again and changes the topic as if nothing happened.

                            442
                        
He doesn't want to talk about it, and although Yoongi wants to know more, he can't exactly force it out of Jungkook as well. 

Taehyung. Maybe Taehyung will want to talk about it.

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"I'll sit with him."

"No, I'll sit with him."

Taehyung glares at Jungkook. "You spent time with him yesterday. I should be next to him right now."

Jungkook rolls his eyes and crosses his arms across his chest. "He can just sit between us."

                            464
                        
Yoongi wants to slap himself because the people around them are complaining already since they're blocking the screen with their refusal to take their seats. It's so embarrassing to have them fighting all the time.

                            465
                        
"Just- just sit down," Yoongi groans, taking a seat in the middle and wishing that the people wouldn't recognize them because it would be so humiliating if any of them turns out to be someone they know.

Taehyung and Jungkook giddily takes their seats on both sides of him.

                            466
                        
He had first insisted that they sit together, wanting to go on with his plans, but then it only started a fight on who will get to sit next to him. 

Yoongi kind of regrets having these plans to reconcile them - they seem to enjoy bickering a lot.

                            467
                        
"Hyung, here. Do you want me to feed you some of my popcorn?" Jungkook asks, leaning closer to Yoongi and making him feel flustered. Jungkook's presence is just so overpowering.

                            468
                        
"Oh. We can share my drink, hyung. It tastes really good. I think you'll like it," Taehyung immediately adds, angling his drink to Yoongi.

"It's okay." Yoongi chuckles, denying the offers and claiming that he's not hungry yet and that they should focus on the screen.

                            469
                        
The two are very satisfied anyway, seeing as he didn't choose one above the other.

"I've heard good things about this. The main actor is apparently really good," Yoongi says, eyes focused on the screen and trying to see just how amazing the actor could be.

                            470
                        
Jungkook hums in agreement, also dazed by the cinematography so far. 

It's cute. Yoongi never liked movies that much but it's so fun to watch Jungkook admiring the scenes with amazement.

                            471
                        
"I'll be there someday. You'll see me on the screen too, hyung," Taehyung confidently says, and Yoongi could see just how determined his expressions are. And Yoongi doesn't doubt him one bit. He knows that Taehyung would definitely not stop until he reaches his dream someday.

                            472
                        
Yoongi believes in him. He would love to see Taehyung on the big screen too.

"Didn't you want to play these roles even back then? You said it would be cool to be like a badass and do difficult action scenes." Jungkook sounds so amused.

                            473
                        
He's looking at Taehyung with wide and excited eyes. 

Taehyung hums, a smile forming on his face. He doesn't look annoyed like how he usually does when he talks to Jungkook. He looks... calm.

                            474
                        
"I thought it would be fun to play with guns. And I would look so cool, wouldn't I? I like intimidating characters."

"Definitely," Yoongi agrees, nodding softly. He's not even paying attention to the scenes anymore.

                            475
                        
He's just listening to the two men beside him, basking in their soft voices. "I think you'd be so cool with those roles too. You can do any role and it would be amazing."

Taehyung giggles softly, eyes shifting to gaze at him directly.

                            476
                        
"Thank you, hyung. Stay by my side until that happens, okay?"

The gentle smile on his face is making Yoongi's heart hurt for some reason. He looks so genuine, like he actually means that he wants Yoongi by his side for a long time.

                            477
                        
And it's just so hard to believe him because he's an amazing actor. Yoongi had seen it firsthand. 

"He's not going anywhere," Jungkook grumbles, the idea of Yoongi disappearing from his side just being so unimaginable. "You'll go to my art exhibits too, right?"

                            478
                        
He's pouting and waiting for Yoongi to give him an answer. He looks cute like this. Now, Yoongi doesn't know just how good Jungkook is at acting, but he's really experienced when it comes to making his words so believable

                            479
                        
to the point where Yoongi almost allowed himself to succumb into it. 

He almost fooled himself into believing that they're both being genuine with what they're saying right now.

                            480
                        
Yoongi knows better. He knows that they'd get tired at some point and they probably wouldn't even know of his existence anymore. He knows that he can't have this forever.

"Yeah," Yoongi says, clearing his throat to get rid of the heavy feeling. "Yeah, I will."

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Yoongi takes a step back as soon as he’s out of the door with his classmates walking beside him and minding their own businesses. He wishes he could be so carefree instead of being completely frozen right now as he looks at what’s in front of him.

                            487
                        
Some of the other students are whispering amongst themselves too while giving the view a glance or two.

It’s Taehyung and Jungkook, leaning against the wall on the other side of the hallway with stupid grins on their faces and seemingly engaged in a deep conversation.

                            488
                        
“Are they back together?” A voice whispers from his other side.

“Maybe. I’m not surprised. They’ve always been going for each other.”

“Shit, they look so good together, don’t they?”

Yoongi gulps, grip tightening on the books he’s holding. He doesn’t understand.

                            489
                        
He should be happy for them. He should be congratulating them and patting himself on the back for a job well done. He did it. He helped them get closer again and realize what they really feel for each other. He succeeded but it didn’t feel like that at all.

                            490
                        
He felt like he lost. He felt like he’s suddenly empty – like they’re suddenly so far away.

Yoongi shakes his head as an attempt to get rid of the thoughts before rushing out of the classroom with his eyes on the ground, not giving them another glance.

He couldn’t.

                            491
                        
And he doesn’t want them to see him either. He probably looks pathetic being all caught up like this. They’re probably here to apologize about leading him on before telling him that they’re finally together and that they wouldn’t bother Yoongi anymore.

                            492
                        
Yoongi isn’t ready to hear that yet. He doesn’t want to. He’ll finally lose both of them and he can’t face that yet. Not yet. He’s still not strong enough to just nod and smile and congratulate them like he should.

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“He said he’s not coming,” Taehyung mutters, eyebrows furrowed in frustration as he stares at his phone. “Damn it. I even made a reservation.”

                            496
                        
“Did he tell you why? Did something happen?” Jungkook asks, face scrunched up with worry and fear that something might have happened to Yoongi. He looks like he’s ready to jump at anyone who would even try to make Yoongi frown,

                            497
                        
and for some reason, Taehyung feels some sort of satisfaction crawling up his chest which he tries desperately to shake off. 

Shouldn’t he be scowling at Jungkook and telling him to stop going after Yoongi because Taehyung is serious about Yoongi now?

                            498
                        
“He didn’t say anything exact.” He sighs, looking at the time and getting even more frustrated as time passes by. “Should I cancel the reservation?”

“Didn’t you pay for it already?”

“Well, yeah,” Taehyung grumbles, shoving his phone in his pocket.

                            499
                        
He runs a hand through his hair, eyes moving to meet Jungkook’s gaze. He stiffens for a while, realizing that it’s been so long since he had seen Jungkook this close.

Jungkook’s eyes seem to have this sparkle inside of them as his lips turn up into a smile.

                            500
                        
“Then let’s go to that reservation so your money wouldn’t be wasted. I’m hungry anyway. Let’s just invite hyung again tomorrow. I’ll make the reservation by then.”

Taehyung nods eagerly as he hears his own stomach growl with hunger. He hasn’t eaten anything in a few hours now.

                            501
                        
They went to the restaurant together, taking their seats while trying to ignore the eyes directed at them. They’re used to it by now. They always receive these weird stares when they’re together.

                            502
                        
Jimin says that it’s because they’re too attractive and they just tend to glow when they’re together, but Taehyung thinks that people are just nosy.

The waiter soon comes to serve their meal, and they dived in to sate their grumbling stomachs.

                            503
                        
Jungkook looks so funny when he’s eating. Taehyung had always teased him about it – how his cheeks bloat up when his mouth is full and he looks like an overgrown bunny. Jungkook would always flush red and retaliate whenever Taehyung would tease him.

                            504
                        
But Taehyung stops himself, fighting off the desire to see Jungkook smile again. He can’t do this now. He has to focus on Yoongi.

“You haven’t changed at all,” Jungkook says after taking a gulp of water, intense eyes trained at Taehyung.

                            505
                        
Taehyung raises an eyebrow as if asking for clarification of what he had just said. “I feel like I’ve changed a lot but you didn’t.”

Taehyung shrugs. “I didn’t find the need to.”

“Yeah,” Jungkook answers. “I guess I was the only one who wanted to.”

                            506
                        
Taehyung places his utensils down gently on the plate, trying to calm his fast-beating heart down before finally facing Jungkook. “About what happened before,” he says, holding Jungkook’s gaze.

                            507
                        
“I’m sorry if I acted like an asshole. I was just… having doubts. But I never cheated on you, Jungkook. I would’ve never had the guts to do that. I liked you a lot back then. I didn’t want to hurt you.”

                            508
                        
Jungkook nods, giving him a soft smile. “Yeah, sorry for accusing you of that too. I was just upset. I didn’t want to lose you but you wanted to leave. I, uh, I was never good at talking about how I feel and I just felt like I lacked in a lot of things.”

                            509
                        
“I was being a dramatic bitch,” Taehyung grumbles, rolling his eyes as he thinks about how his thoughts were like back then. “I should’ve talked to you first, but I didn’t. And I ruined everything-”

                            510
                        
“Don’t say that,” Jungkook whispers, hand reaching across the table and hesitatingly taking Taehyung’s. Taehyung looks at their joined hands, feeling that sense of familiarity coursing through his veins at Jungkook’s touch. He hasn’t felt Jungkook’s hand in his in so long.

                            511
                        
“I- I was at fault too. I should’ve told you that I loved you instead of suddenly getting mad and making assumptions. If I did- if I wasn’t so f/ucking stupid, I wouldn’t have lost you. Do you know how much I regretted that back then?”

                            512
                        
Jungkook chuckles half-heartedly, eyes showing so much pain. Taehyung hurts at the sight. “I couldn’t believe that I would ever lose you. We had so many dreams, didn’t we?”

Taehyung nods, a small smile forming on his face as he thinks back to how it used to be.

                            513
                        
“You said you wanted me to be your muse or some shit like that. I laughed but then you sounded so serious. You refused to have an art exhibit without my face on the wall.” He laughs, remembering how pouty Jungkook looked like

                            514
                        
as he tries to convince Taehyung to be on his photos because he apparently loved taking photos of him the most. “And- and you said that you would be there at the premiere of my first movie so you could judge just how good the cinematography would be.”

                            515
                        
Jungkook chuckles. Taehyung sees his eyes tearing up, probably too caught up in his emotions as he remembers their promises to each other. And Taehyung is the same too. His heart is aching as his past comes rushing back.

                            516
                        
He remembers Jungkook’s hand clutched in his, their lips pressed together as they laugh whenever Taehyung would mess up a line from the role he’s enacting.

                            517
                        
Jimin used to tell them that they’re so annoying when they’re together because they’re always kissing and giggling like teenagers, and the two would just childishly mock Jimin’s words, and joke about him being jealous because he’s single.

                            518
                        
Taehyung remembers everything, and it hurts. He had lost Jungkook because he was being petty and ridiculous. He never wanted to.

“I miss you,” Jungkook whispers, thumb gently caressing Taehyung’s hand. “I- I didn’t want to lose you, Taehyung.”

                            519
                        
“Yeah,” Taehyung answers softly. “I never wanted to lose you too.”

Jungkook laughs, a huge smile grazing his face as a stray tear rolls down his cheek which he quickly wipes away, refusing to look week in front of Taehyung after this time he had spent learning how to be brave.

                            520
                        
“Sorry.” He chuckles. “I’m just being emotional right now. It’s been so long and- and I had to pretend like I hated you, and I did a lot of shit that I know I should apologize for-”

“It’s okay,” Taehyung answers, laughing as well. “I did a lot of shit too. We’re even.”

                            521
                        
Taehyung could feel the warmth seeping into his veins and making him so comfortable under Jungkook’s touch again. It still feels so natural – like nothing has changed, like they still belong together after all this time.

                            522
                        
They walk out of the restaurant after reminiscing for a little more time about how it used to be back then. Jungkook hesitatingly takes Taehyung’s hand in his, intertwining their fingers together so slowly with the fear that Taehyung would pull away.

                            523
                        
When Taehyung didn’t, he smiles and tightens his grip instead.

“Taehyung,” he calls after a few moments of silence with just them walking together and taking in the sight around them.

                            524
                        
It’s beautiful outside, just like how it was back when they used to always take walks together on good days.

Taehyung hums, patiently waiting for Jungkook to say something.

“Do you maybe-” His breath hitches as he waits for the next words. “Maybe want to start over with me?”

                            525
                        
With that, Taehyung suddenly remembers something important. “Yoongi,” he mutters. He turns his eyes to look at Jungkook. “Jungkook, I- I like you but Yoongi-hyung is just- he means a lot to me too-”

“It’s okay,” Jungkook calmly cuts him off, grip on his hand tightening.

                            526
                        
He looks determined – like he knows exactly what he’s doing. “I promised myself that I would never lose anyone ever again, so I’ll keep that promise. We can make it work, Taehyung. We can be together again, but with Yoongi-hyung next to us this time. That’s possible, right?

                            527
                        
We can do that. We don’t have to lose anyone. We can be with him – the both of us.”

Taehyung looks a little conflicted. “What if he only likes one of us, Jungkook? Or what if he doesn’t like us at all? I just-” He takes a deep breath, anxiety clouding his senses.

                            528
                        
“I really like him. I don’t want to lose him-”

Jungkook cuts him off with a kiss, crashing their lips together so harshly and desperately to make up for all the time they had lost.

                            529
                        
Taehyung was frozen for a while but he soon melts under Jungkook’s touch, letting out a small noise of contentment as his lips mold perfectly against Jungkook’s.

There wasn’t any fireworks or butterflies – it was never like that with Jungkook.

                            530
                        
It’s just the feeling of warmth coursing through his veins and filling up his chest, making him feel like he’s drowning in the middle of a warm ocean with the waves engulfing him in an embrace. It’s the feeling of coming home.

                            531
                        
We’ll make this work,” Jungkook whispers as he pulls away, forehead pressed against Taehyung’s. He could see Taehyung’s long eyelashes with how close they are, and he couldn’t help but press a kiss on top of that as well,

                            532
                        
just like what he used to do back when they were still together. “We won’t lose him, okay? We’ll make this work, I promise.”

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Yoongi leaves his classroom as soon as possible, afraid that Jungkook and Taehyung might be waiting for him again and manage to see him if he leaves later than usual. He’s not ready for any confrontation yet. He doesn’t even understand what the hell he wants.

                            562
                        
Taehyung did seem pretty desperate yesterday just like what Hoseok had said, but how could he be sure? He only talked to him through text messages, and Taehyung is an amazing actor too. Yoongi could never know for sure if he’s really genuine of not.

                            563
                        
He lets out a huge breath as he turns the corner to a less crowded hallway. Other students are piling in to their respective classrooms already, and it eases Yoongi’s heart a little. It feels better when he’s alone.

                            564
                        
He makes his way to the library, smiling gently as he sees that there’s no one around. He can think in peace without other noise distracting him. Maybe he can gather his thoughts by now.

                            565
                        
He takes a seat on his usual place, the one where he spends his time with Jungkook and Taehyung before. He feels something pinch at his heart as his mind drifts back to the two again.

                            566
                        
They have imprinted their presence on all of Yoongi’s safe place, and now Yoongi couldn’t get rid of their traces. Everything just reminds him of them right now.

“I’m so f/ucking confused,” he groans, rubbing his face with his hands out of frustration.

                            567
                        
His mind is running with so many ridiculous thoughts to the point where he couldn’t even keep up with it. He wishes that he could just shut it down. He doesn’t want to think right now after all – his mind is too messed up.

                            568
                        
His trail of thoughts is interrupted by a sudden presence on the chair next to him, accompanied by the sound of its feet dragging across the ground. He immediately straightens up in surprise and turns to the source of the sound only to saw a familiar face – very familiar faces.

                            569
                        
It’s Jungkook and Taehyung, looking at him with what seems like hesitance and fear on their eyes. But there’s also determination. And quite frankly, Yoongi doesn’t know how he’s supposed to react to these various emotions.

                            570
                        
“What are you doing here?” he asks, throat closing up as he remembers just how far away they are from him right now. They’re dating now, aren’t they? Should they really be going after Yoongi until now?

“I told you. We need to talk,” Taehyung says, frowning and looking serious.

                            571
                        
Yoongi doesn’t remember ever seeing Taehyung like this before outside of his acting.

They both take their seats on his left side, with Taehyung sitting closer. It makes him feel a little amused how they didn’t fight for the seats this time –

                            572
                        
they used to always fight on who will sit next to him. 

“What do you want to talk about then?” he asks, eyes drifting nervously to his hands which Taehyung immediately takes in his. He freezes, hand frozen under Taehyung’s touch. He doesn’t know what to do.

                            573
                        
“Hyung, please listen to us, okay? We’re being honest with you. We have no other intentions right now than to let you know how we feel. Please, just please listen. That’s all we’re asking for.” It’s Jungkook. His voice sounds so melancholic and it pains Yoongi to hear that.

                            574
                        
Jungkook always talks with that hint of smugness and confidence, paired with his words which never fails to make Yoongi’s heart flutter. He had fallen too deep already and he didn’t even realize it.

                            575
                        
Taehyung’s grip on his hand tightens. “We’re sorry for making you feel like this. I know that it’s hard for you to believe that we’re being genuine because we have been really shitty with other people before, but we really like you, hyung.

                            576
                        
"I don’t know how we could possibly make you believe that what we’re saying is true, and f/uck, hyung, I don’t know what to do but all I know is that I don’t want to lose you. I probably sound so stupid right now and I don’t know what the f/uck I’m even saying.

                            577
                        
"I just need you to know that you mean so much to me. I’m not lying, okay?” His voice shakes, and Yoongi sees Jungkook place a hand on his shoulder, caressing him gently as an attempt to calm him down and maybe give him a little more strength.

                            578
                        
The gesture is so sweet, and Yoongi could feel his heart melting at the sight. He never thought that they would actually come to this point. “You always make me feel better and you believe in me – you believe that I could reach my dreams and that makes me so happy.

                            579
                        
"You promised, hyung,” he pauses, letting out a shaky sigh. “You promised that you would be there to cheer for me on my first movie, right? You will be there with Jungkook. I still want that.

                            580
                        
"I want the two of you there when I finally reach my dreams, and we’ll do the same for Jungkook, right? And for you. We’ll be there to support you too. Hyung, please give us a chance, okay? We’ll do better this time and you will never doubt our feelings ever again.

                            581
                        
"Jungkookie and I would never fight again and we won’t annoy you anymore. Just- just give us a chance.”

“I really like you,” Jungkook whispers. “I don’t have anything else to say. I just want you to know that I really like you and I want you by my side for as long as possible.

                            582
                        
"I can’t imagine ever seeing you with anyone else other than us. Please give us a chance, hyung.” His voice is so gentle and calm. Too calm. Almost as if he’s trying to hold himself back. “Didn’t you feel something too?”

                            583
                        
Yoongi chuckles. Of course they know. He has never been a good actor. He knows that he couldn’t have possibly hidden it so perfectly. “Yeah,” he answers honestly. “How could I not?” He laughs, the question sounding ridiculous.

                            584
                        
How the hell could he not feel anything for them? After everything that happened?

“I’m just-” He pauses, licking his dry lips before continuing. “I’m just scared.”

                            585
                        
He feels a pull before Taehyung’s arms find themselves around him, long arms engulfing him in a hug so tight that he almost couldn’t breathe.

                            586
                        
His chin is resting on Taehyung’s shoulder, with his own arms hesitating a little before finally giving in and wrapping his own arms around Taehyung loosely. “Don’t be scared,” Taehyung whispers. “We would never hurt you, okay?”

                            587
                        
Yoongi feels his lips quiver at the amount of emotions piling up inside of his chest right now. Taehyung feels so warm and so so close. He feels so real.

“I’ll protect you from everything, hyung. I would never hurt you.”

                            588
                        
Jungkook gently caresses Yoongi’s cheek with his thumb before leaning in to press a kiss on his forehead. He feels so close too. Yoongi could smell their scents mixing together and if makes him feel so warm inside. It almost feels like... he belongs there too.

                            589
                        
“Give us a chance. Please, hyung. We really want you by our side.” Yoongi sniffles, all emotions finally catching up to him. He could hear Hoseok’s voice inside of his head, telling him to do whatever makes him happy because he would be there to support Yoongi no matter what –

                            590
                        
because Yoongi deserves to be happy. “We will never hurt you.”  

Yoongi didn’t say anything else – he couldn’t. He feels like he’ll cry if he even tries to open his mouth to answer. He just nods gently, and it’s enough to send the message because the mood suddenly shifts.

                            591
                        
A second later and Jungkook is just grinning and giggling widely before throwing his arms around him and Taehyung as well, leaving them in a huge pile of an embrace which would probably look so weird to anyone else who would pass by the library and see them.

                            592
                        
“Thank you,” Taehyung whispers, pressing a kiss on top of Yoongi’s head as Jungkook just giggles in amusement. “Thank you for giving us a chance.”

Yoongi doesn’t know if he even did the right thing. Who the hell knows what will happen anyway?

                            593
                        
Hoseok is right. He will regret it forever if he never acts on his feelings when given the chance to do so. He doesn’t know what will happen in the future. He doesn’t know if he can fulfil all of his promises to these two – if they would even be together long enough to do that.

                            594
                        
He doesn’t know if he’d end up getting hurt in one way or another, or if he’s the one who will do something to hurt them in the future. A lot of things can happen. Nothing is ever certain. All that he knows is that he shouldn’t think too much about the what-ifs and the maybes.

                            595
                        
Who cares about what will happen tomorrow or even the day after that? None of that matters. What’s important is that they’re happy right now and he doesn’t have any regrets.

                            596
                        
He has Taehyung and Jungkook in his arms, making him feel so warm inside, heart beating so loudly inside his chest. And that’s what matters most right now.

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