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Chapter 26

Narrator's POV

Somin got out of her car, grabbing along the samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) that she bought for Jongkook. Her heart pounded quickly as she got on the lift. It was going to be her first time entering Jongkook's house, although she had seen it multiple times on TV.

Finally, the lift stopped at level 4 and she strode nervously to his unit. Her lips tugged upwards as her eyes laid upon the organised shoe cabinets. She flexed her hand before reaching up to press the door bell.

Jongkook just finished showering when he heard the door bell. He cursed under his breath as he was still wet from the shower. He tried to dry himself up with a towel, hurriedly putting on the white sleeveless shirt and black pants he brought into the bathroom. He was out of the bathroom when he heard another door bell. He fastened his pace, opening the door to reveal Somin.

Somin looked up to meet Jongkook's eyes. Both of them smiled spontaneously, looking at each other. She scanned him, her cheeks warming up as it seemed that he just showered when his shirt clung onto his rigid body. His disheveled wet hair and broad smile made him look boyish, making Somin's heart pound faster.

"Not going to invite me in?" Somin teasingly asked, cocking her head to the side. Jongkook gave her a smug smile, gesturing her to come in by opening the door wider. She stepped into his house as the door closed behind her. Her eyes sweeped around his house, taking in the fact that it looked exactly like it was on TV.

"Bought me something?" His voice made her turn to face him. "That's the first thing you're going to ask?" She sarcastically asked. He just shrugged, walking towards the dining table by the kitchen. She tsk-ed, following him as she placed down the food on the table.

"I bought you samgyetang," She answered as she took a seat. Jongkook grabbed a cup of water for the both of them. He hummed with a smile. He finally took a seat beside her. Acting casual, he scooted closer towards her. Somin noticed and laughed softly.

"Thank you," He said, leaning forward to peck her forehead. Her eyes widened slightly at the sudden affection, holding back a blush. Jongkook was mentally debating whether or not it was appropriate of him to kiss her forehead but by the look on her face, he was satisfied with himself.

He started to eat the samgyetang Somin bought for him, humming in satisfaction as the broth eased his throat somehow. "So, are you going to work tomorrow?" Somin asked, leaning back on the chair. Jongkook shooked his head. "I'm taking the day off tomorrow," He replied.

"Do you feel better?" She asked, placing a hand on his upper back, brushing her thumb back and forth. The small touch made Jongkook tense but he soon relaxed at the comfort of her hand. "Now that you're here, I think I feel better," He said with a teasing tone.

"You think?" Somin rolled her eyes jokingly but a grin was plastered on her face. Jongkook took a few more bites of his food before leaning back onto the chair. Somin pulled away her hand from his upper back.

Suddenly, a memory came into her mind. She crossed her arms, turning her whole body to face him as she leaned the side of her body on the chair. Jongkook raised an eyebrow.

"You know, you could've told me Kwangsoo oppa knows about us," She mentioned. His lips thinned. He ran a hand through his wet hair, making it more disheveled. Somin held back the urge to run her own hand through his hair. "I didn't want you to panic at the thought of someone knowing our relationship," He explained.

Somin unfolded her arms, resting her elbow on the table, resting her chin on her palm. "It's not about panicking. It's just, you know, I thought we weren't being obvious," She mumbled, staring at the vase on the dining table. Jongkook let out a sigh, turning his body to face her. His knees touching hers. He placed a hand on her thigh, tracing random patterns. He felt Somin still at his touch before easing.