Jungkook keeps dreaming of the same place where the same man appears over and over again. But why does he start to miss this young warrior as soon as he wakes up? And what happens when their worlds, dream and reality, gradually begin to merge?
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Jungkook keeps running. "Run! Run! Run!" he tries to tell himself repeatedly so that his legs won't stop. Although the soreness runs through his entire body and a stabbing pain pierces him with every further step, he only tries harder to reach his goal. The wounds under his feet burn like fire, but it only makes him run even faster.
The spring rain drizzles down on him, leaving puddles and a shimmering glow in its path. Drops whip into Jungkook's face, mixing with his flowing tears. The refreshing rain is unable to quench the burning pain in his lungs. He gasps for air, but he keeps running. The rain trails behind him, being his only companion. It feels like he has to keep running forever – forever rain. It's worth it because he knows what will await him at the end of his journey.
But he doesn't know how he knows. When he woke up in the morning, he saw various images of a building that stopped in his mind only to disappear the next moment. It was like a vision that showed him the right way. Now he's taking that exact path, as he recognized the building. It's a big hospital in Seoul, not far from his apartment. He felt he couldn't waste any more time. So, after waking up, he quickly got dressed and immediately started running - he still does.
After what felt like an eternity, he finally reaches the hospital. Completely out of breath, he stops and tries to find his bearings. The pungent smell of disinfectant hits his nose, followed by the oppressive feeling of being hit by the white walls, white ceiling, and white tile floor. As the glaring white begins to be covered by black flickering dots, Jungkook realizes he's about to faint. He leans his strong arm against the nearest wall in the large entryway. There he takes several deep breaths and sorts out his thoughts.
Then he closes his eyes and recalls the image of a room sign in his memories. In his mind's eye, he clearly sees room number 123. That's where he has to go, and no fainting spell can stop him.
So, this time he walks at an increased walking pace to the next elevator to get to the corresponding floor. The other people in the elevator eye him, wondering for sure why he's wet and exhausted. But he tunes out the stares, looking up at the ceiling, still trying to fill his lungs with sufficient air.
It's been a long time since he last entered this hospital, and yet he knows exactly how to get to room 123. He can't shake the feeling that it's not his own thoughts in his head at all. But he doesn't question it any further. None of that matters anymore. He just wants to get into this room.
The elevator has stopped, and he rushes past the people from the distress - no time to lose. The hallway drags on, but he doesn't give up and keeps running until his hand stops on a cold doorbell. He raises his eyes to check the number one last time. Without a doubt - this is room 123.
Drops of his wet hair fall to the floor, and he shakes nervously all over. His red eyes burn with tears as if he's just come out of the cold, salty ocean water. Even his own heartbeat drowns out any voices from the staff. It's only a matter of time before someone takes notice of him. So, he decides not to wait any longer, slowly opening the door.
It doesn't take long to find the man he was looking for. Jungkook breathes heavily, causing his chest to heave with each inhale. His swollen eyes fill with tears again. This time, they are tears of joy, and suddenly, nothing hurts anymore.
On the hospital bed lies the warrior of his dreams. Although Taehyung has his eyes closed, his upper body moves up and down. He breathes. He's alive.
No more dream; this is reality.
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With a smile on his face, Jungkook enters the room and closes the door behind him. Taehyung notices the clacking sound and slowly opens his eyes. As he turns his head towards the door, they look deeply into each other's eyes. Taehyung holds Jungkook's gaze for the very first time, and for a few seconds, they look at each other wordlessly.
Jungkook's worried that Taehyung can't remember him. That's why he stays silent, but he doesn't avert his gaze from him for a second. He even forgets to blink. His heart jumps wildly as the corners of Taehyung's mouth slowly form into a smile. Then a tear flows down Taehyung's cheek, and he opens his mouth slightly:
