AGAINST THE WORLD //JIKOOK FF

CHAPTER 17

Jimin sat next to Taehyung who had an arm wrapped around Jimin's waist. He leaned back on Taehyung's shoulder as he watched Jungkook, Yoongi, Namjoon and Hoseok play beach basketball. Jin was seated opposite them. Everyone seemed happy to be out. So far nobody had approached them. There were a few fans but they kept their distance, never taking pictures but just observing them. He felt grateful for their consideration.

Jimin sighed and turned to Jin, “Hyung are you sure this is okay?”
“Of course. Don't you trust us?”
“I do. I just don't know what would happen next.”
“Hey baby, what did we say about over thinking?” Tae suddenly mumbled.
“To leave it to you?” Jimin pouted, “It's just hard.”

“We are no longer alone. You have alot of-” Taehyung was cut off by his phone ringing. “I have to take this.” Tae said standing up and walked away.

Jimin watched him go farther as he talked before he turned to look at Jungkook playing. He tried not to think about his situation, how everyone was affected. Guilt still ate at him for the tour cancellation.

Jungkook lived for performing for his fans. Sometimes he just wished they hadn't fallen in love but then he wouldn't have such a wonderful and supportive boyfriend. He wouldn't have the hyungs who took care of him. He hated that he had caused them so much trouble.

He felt a finger wipe his cheeks and realized he was crying. He looked at Jin who was smiling at him.
“We are okay Jiminie and so is Jungkook. Don't worry your pretty head over these things, we are going to be with you till the very end.” Jin assured him. He tried to smile, he wanted to feel happy for that but he just ended up crying more. Jin hugged him tightly.

“Thank you hyung.” He stayed in Jin's arms basking in the warmth. The others joined them after a few minutes. Jungkook practically snatched him from Jin's arms which made him chuckle.
Jungkook kissed his forehead which made hus heart flutter. Jungkook was younger than him and strong, his pillar, the only person who could pull him from insanity.

“He looks like he's arguing with the other person,” Namjoon said pulling Jimin out of his love haze. He was confused a bit until he realized they were all looking at Tae's direction. He turned to look and Tae was walking over his expression neutral. Taehyung sat next to Yoongi and drank some water.

“Minnie mouse you have to testify in court.” Tae states making Jimin stiffen. Jimin thought he misheard because there was no way his parents would let him face that monster ever again. “But...” He puffed his cheeks.
“I tried to talk them out of it but the judge insisted on you testifying. You don't have to go there, we'll just tell them you'll appear through zoom.”
“Okay.” He said in a small voice, “I guess I don't have a choice.” Jungkook squeezed his hand.

“You always have a choice Chim.” Hoseok rubbed his back.
“I don't hyung, most of my decisions are either made by my parents, Tae or manager. The one time I had a choice was when I decided to model and look where it got me.”

“Yes, look where it got you. You are a famous model, many brands want you to just wear their clothes so you can boost their sales. You chose what you loved and you should be proud.” Namjoon said in a serious tone.

“Jimin-ah I've seen you model a couple of times and I know for sure you thrive on the ramp. You don't get to regret that decision. If you chose a different path you'd have regretted it.” Yoongi stated rubbing his neck. Jungkook pulled him closer and kissed his ear.

“Want to take a walk baby, let's clear your mind.” Jimin nodded and stood up with Jungkook's help. He followed Jungkook towards the ocean. They walked on the wet sand not saying anything just holding hands and enjoying the sound of the waves.