Aphelion: the point in the orbit of a planet or other celestial body where it is farthest from the Sun.
"You're back," a quiet voice spoke by my head, making me jump.
I saw my stalker, camera around his neck, sitting down next to me.
It was nice to see his face. He wore a soft smile, his black hair swooped perfectly across his forehead.
I sighed. "Work has been... a bitch," I admitted.
He chuckled. "I'm glad I don't have to worry about that. There are perks of being a freelancer. No bosses, no schedules, no having to follow fashion guidelines."
This made me laugh, as I nodded slightly.
He adjusted his position so he was sitting next to me, but facing the tree.
"I have to admit that I have lost my inspiration for my photography."
"I noticed," I admitted back to him.
Jungkook hummed. "That picture was my best in such a long time. I only hope I can find my mojo."
"You will. It can take time, but you will soon have so much inspiration that it's spurting rainbows out of your ass."
Jungkook burst out laughing, his eyes crinkling against the sun.
I stretched, groaning slightly. "What time is it?"
Jungkook checked his phone, responding with a soft, "8:23 in the morning."
I hummed, wanting to close my eyes until I sat up straight. "Fuck. Fuck fuck fuck fucking shit!" I shouted, standing up and throwing my bag over my shoulder.
"Wait, what's wrong?" Jungkook stood up and followed me as I began to walk quickly towards my office.
"I'm late for work. I'm really fucking late for work."
"What time were you supposed to be there?"
"I've been getting to the office between 5:30 and 6 in the morning, until late at night."
Jungkook grabbed my arm, preventing me from walking.
"What the hell, Kook?"
He gripped my arms and looked at me in the eyes. "Taehyung, that is not healthy."
I rolled my eyes.
"You need sleep. Y-You look exhausted. I haven't seen you in several weeks. I-Please listen to me."
"Why the fuck would I listen to you?" I shouted.
He flinched at my voice. "W-what do you mean?"
"You took a photo of me and posted it online without my knowledge! You're creepy as hell for following me around. You don't have any say in what I do."
Jungkook took a step back, pursing his lips as tears slowly filled his eyes.
"Look, Jungkook, I'm sorry I-"
With a sniffle and a swallow, Jungkook held up a hand, making me stop talking.
"N-No, I'm sorry. I, um... I'm a lot for most people. I-I will leave you alone. I hope you do take better care of yourself, Taehyung. Good luck," Jungkook said quietly with a slight bow.
I watched as he walked quickly down the sidewalk, away from me. I continued to stare until his silhouette faded from my sight.
With a heavy sigh, I turned and continued to make my way to the office, bundling myself up with my jacket against the cold wind.
The wind that wanted to push me back towards Jungkook.
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