Vanilla Latte ☕[On hold bcos of writer's block. Will be continued]

Chapter 2

The day ended too soon for Jimin's liking. He missed Jungkook's warmth when he moved away allowing Jimin to carry on with his cupcakes. He had to force his pout away when the youngest received a call from someone and he left to take it with a demand that Jimin let him taste-test the first batch.

But overall, Jimin's day was much better. Jungkook was fun to be around. They talked a lot about anything and everything. It was so easy to talk to the younger. He was a good listener and listened intently whenever Jimin spoke.

The admiration he often saw in Jungkook's face when he spoke about his work or achievements was endearing. No one except Yoongi and his mom listened to him this patiently when he talked. But while their gazes held pride, the admiration was something he didn't get to witness often.

He was thankful the fall was here. The summer was hot and humid as it should be. This year was worse though. At least he felt like that every year. It wasn't his favorite climate. He preferred fall that brought a lot of colors and he loved winter though he wasn't a great fan of the cold. Jungkook had his jacket hung on one arm and his bag in another.

Jimin hadn't thought twice before hooking his hand in Jungkook's elbow after locking his café for the night. The youngest didn't comment and Jimin acted nonchalantly. However, the excitement fizzled when he saw Yoongi waiting outside their apartment with takeout bags.

Oh-oh.

He remembered asking him to bring lamp skewers and soju.

"Hello, hyung," Jungkook greeted with a warm smile before Jimin could.

"Hey, kid." Yoongi greeted with a smile of his own. Jimin relaxed a bit.

At least, Yoongi wasn't being too uptight with Jungkook anymore like he was in the beginning. He had considerably warmed up after he learned Jungkook made dinner for Jimin every night. The man might never agree but Jungkook earned his points by taking care of his dongsaeng from day one. He wasn't glaring daggers at the youngest anymore. That was a plus.

"I thought we could have dinner together. It's been so long we hung out." Yoongi waved the paper bag in front of them. "It's good you're here, Jungkook. I was hoping you would be here so we could get to know each other."

Jimin hurried to open the door while Jungkook took the bags from Yoongi.

"That's so nice of you, hyung." The youngest beamed and his doe eyes sparkled at the sight of the food.

Jungkook grabbed Jimin's bag while he removed his shoes and took everything inside. Yoongi who noticed the action lifted a brow with a smirk. Jimin rolled his eyes and went inside. The younger was already setting the coffee table with everything Yoongi bought.

"Wow, you brought lamp skewers? They're my favorites. Back home, my hyung always bought me lamp skewers when he got his paycheck." Jungkook's grin was broad and bright with that child-like wonder that Jimin's heart did that thing again. It fluttered inside his chest and he bit his lip looking away before he cooed at the gamer.

Yoongi was smiling too. His eyes had softened considerably as he regarded the gamer. "I'm glad. They make one of the best around this area." He removed his jacket, draping it around the back of the armchair as he took his seat.

"I'll get the glasses." Jimin hurried to the kitchen, wanting a little break but that didn't last long because Jungkook was hot on his heel.

"Hyung, I'll make some green salad. There's too much meat. Do you need anything else?"

Jimin whipped around with his heart stuttering again. "Ah, no. I think salad is fine."

Jungkook nodded with a smile. "Why don't you go and catch up? I'll join you guys in a bit."