Tattoos & Temptations [Taekook]

5. A Thanks wouldn't hurt

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Taehyung's pov

I can't budge one inch thanks to this idiot. If I try to do anything, a bullet will rip through my head. Nobody wants that, because, dude, I haven't even started to "live"yet. Oh, how tragic. Jimin, you better start crying if this is my last day. My heart is pounding in my chest and sweat is dripping down my brow. These assholes are cursing and laughing at my helplessness . Who wouldn't, after all, death doesn't know whether I'm a billionaire or not,lol. He pulled the trigger, and I heard him. Is this the end? Why would these motherfuckers try to murder me because of my attitude? I guess they're high.Incapable of moving, I fisted my hands and clenched my eyes tight. I heard someone whistling Justin Bieber's song 'boyfriend' as i was about to accept my fate. Oh well,What a fitting tune. I opened my eyes, nevertheless, to catch a look of this man who might be my only hope.

My last glimmer of hope evaporated when I saw his smirking face, the same annoying piece of shit from the pub. This is beyond humiliating. That fucking bitch was laughing at me.

"Say nothing and leave," the guy, who is about to be my murderer ordered him.

"I've got a better job than meddling in this asshole's life anyway," he winked at me, he fucking winked at me.

He passed me with a smirk on his face. I didn't want him to be the last person on my mind, so I closed my eyes and envisioned my grandmother. I'm about to leave this world with the weight of 25 years of trauma on my shoulders.

The following instant, I toppled forward and hit my knees. My body was overcome by panic. However, when I turned around to see my killer, lol , he was kneeling down and cupping his crotch while whimpering in pain. The fact that the pub patron was holding the gun-which is now pointed towards the other guys-surprises me. Without further frying my brain, I seized the chance to take out two of the thugs. I saw Mr. Mike Tyson beating the crap out of the other guys while I was tangle-tying one of them with my hand.Oh my God, is he helping me or intending to kill me on his own? Screw it.

I tried my hardest to use as much power as possible in each of the kicks. I noticed a wooden stick beside me and smacked it against their head. Five men are found unconscious less than ten minutes later.

His mustard-colored shirt's pocket has since been torn, oops. The two of us were both heavily panting. He's got an unreadable look on his face as i watch him.

"Are you going to kill me now?" In a bored tone, I asked him.

"Let me take the blame for saving your entitled ass. I could have killed you in a matter of seconds if I had wanted to."His finger followed the gun's trigger.

"Do you consider yourself a hero? Well, you are the same asshole, I'm sorry to break it to you." I said with mockery etching my laugh.

"You just had your life saved, dude, and instead of saying thank you, you're acting rudely once more. What's wrong with you? You were probably raised in this way. Fools never grow up "I could feel the disgust in his words.

"Oh, shut the hell up. You most likely did it for money. Tell me how much you're looking for." As I took out my wallet, I asked him.

"You can shove that money up your ass." He said this while pointing his middle finger at me. He walked away and vanished before I could say anything.

What the fuck just happened? Did he just save me? But why? Last time he wanted to kill me. Whatever, I need to get out of here before these pricks wake up.
I took out my phone and dialed Jimin's number, asking him to come and pick me up.

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We were lying flat on Jimin's bed as I told him about what had just happened. I could hear his surprised gasps and see him becoming anxious. The first question he asked was.

"Tae, Are you all right? Did they hurt you?" His gaze darted around my body, looking for obvious bruises. Jimin, my precious little human, in classic form.

"No, chim, I'm perfectly alright, trust me," I said with a smile.

"OK then," he smacked my head, "but listen, you are the rudest asshole I have ever seen dude." I retract everything I just said above; here comes the devil.

"What the hell happened?" I looked at him, taken aback.

"That guy saved your life, bro; you could have been dead meat by now. I can't believe you offered him money. If I were in his shoes, I would have kicked you out for your snobbish attitude." Jimin appeared disappointed.

"What was I supposed to do?, lick his feet?" I rolled my eyes.

"It wouldn't have hurt you to say a 'thank you,' Tae."

"Dude, he was the same guy who got into a fight with me three weeks ago; do you expect me to forget everything and say thank you?" In shock, I shook my head.

"You caused the fight, Taehyung, and you almost hurt his hyung. If someone did that to me, You would retaliate far more harshly than he did. But today, he had the courage to put all of that aside and save your ass. You've met a lot of bad people in your life, tae, but that doesn't mean everyone you meet is the same.Please don't generalize people. I am damn sure , he is a nice guy." Jimin sighed.

"Okay, I admit that I was a jerk back then. But there's nothing I can do about it because it's all in the past. We'll never see each other again "As I previously stated

"Who knows? But promise me that you'll thank him if you ever see him again "Jimin offers his hand.

"I'll think about it," I said, "and please drop me off at my house."

"Asshole," he muttered, loud enough for me to hear.

"Tae, do you remember what day tomorrow is?" he inquired.

"Monday?" My shoulders shrugged.

"You bitch, tomorrow is our friendship anniversary, and don't forget about getting a friendship tattoo together this time, you've been putting it off for over five years." he knits his brows. Oh, how do I explain to him that I despise needles and that they are a trigger for my traumas? But I've been shutting him down for years; the poor thing has done far too much for me. I am always on the receiving end, which I deeply regret. Jimin has consistently been thoughtful and generous. I'm not going to let him down this time. I took a deep breath and said,

"Look for the best tattoo studio in town, we will be getting our friendship tattoos tomorrow itself " i smiled at him.

"What? Are you serious, oh my gosh, finally!." He jumped in excitement.

"Wait a minute, what are we getting tattooed?" He hasn't said anything about it yet.

"Two little infinity signs," he exclaimed with delight.

"Wow, how unique!" I made fun of him.

"Shut the fuck up, moron, I believe there is nothing else that can define our friendship in its best form other than infinity. Our infinity dwarfs the other infinites. I'm pretty sure I'll have to put up with you even after I die. So, instead of being a jerk, just come with me tomorrow." Yes, Jimin was right, our friendship will remain solid for infinity and beyond.

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This was a short chapter, i am so sorry for that. The next chapter will be long, i promise :)
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~Lia