A devotedly religious boy and a workaholic seem like an unlikely match, but fate has a way of surprising us.
Kim Taehyung is firm in his beliefs, possibly even uncomfortable with the LGBT community, while Jeon Jungkook, a confident bisexual, embrace...
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Chapter 4: Arcade Nights
The arcade buzzed with the sounds of flashing lights, blaring music, and excited shouts. Jungkook, his eyes alight with amusement, watched Taehyung navigate the maze of game cabinets with a mixture of curiosity and excitement. It was their second meet up, and Jungkook had decided to take Taehyung to a place that reminded him of his own childhood – a place where he could see a different side of Taehyung, a side that was playful and carefree.
“What do you want to play first?” Jungkook asked, his voice laced with a playful grin. He was enjoying watching Taehyung's eyes light up as he scanned the rows of games.
“Hmm, maybe that one,” Taehyung pointed to a classic racing game, its screen flashing with a vibrant array of cars. “I used to play that with Yoongi when we were kids.”
“Ah, you like racing games? Me too!” Jungkook exclaimed, his eyes sparkling with shared enthusiasm. “I used to spend hours in arcades like this, trying to beat my high score.”
They spent the next hour lost in a world of pixelated adventures, their laughter echoing through the arcade. Jungkook, a natural at the racing game, effortlessly maneuvered his car, but he couldn't help but feel a thrill of satisfaction when Taehyung, after a few initial stumbles, managed to beat his own high score. He watched Taehyung, his eyes glued to the screen, his brow furrowed in concentration, his hands moving with a surprising dexterity. He found himself captivated by Taehyung's intensity, his focus, his passion.
“Wow, you're really good at this,” Jungkook said, his voice laced with admiration. He leaned closer, his arm brushing against Taehyung's, sending a shiver down Taehyung's spine. “You're a natural.”
Taehyung blushed, his cheeks turning a rosy pink. “I used to play a lot with Yoongi when we were kids. He was always better than me, though.”
“Well, you're definitely catching up to him,” Jungkook said, his voice a low murmur. He couldn't resist a playful wink. “Maybe you'll even beat him one day.”
They moved on to other games, testing their skills at air hockey, shooting hoops, and battling virtual monsters. Jungkook, ever the charmer, subtly guided Taehyung towards games he knew he would enjoy, his playful banter and encouraging words a constant reminder of his presence.
As the evening wore on, Jungkook noticed a small, worn-out game card hanging from Taehyung's keychain. He recognized it as a card for a classic arcade game, one he had spent countless hours playing as a kid. He knew it was a game that Taehyung would love, but it was also a game that was hard to find these days.
He excused himself, his mind racing with an idea. He slipped out of the arcade, his heart pounding with a mixture of excitement and nervousness. He knew it was a risky move, but he had to do it. He had to show Taehyung how much he cared.
He returned a few minutes later, a small, cardboard box in his hands. He placed it on the table, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.
“I know you like this game,” Jungkook said, his voice a soft murmur. He watched as Taehyung's eyes widened in surprise.
He opened the box, revealing a brand new copy of the classic arcade game. It was a limited edition, a collector's item, one he had been searching for weeks. He knew it would be a perfect gift for Taehyung.
“I found this while I was looking for something else,” Jungkook said, his voice laced with a hint of shyness. “I thought you might like it.”
Taehyung's eyes welled up with emotion. He couldn't believe how thoughtful Jungkook was. He had gone out of his way to find something special for him, something that reminded him of his childhood, something that showed him how much he cared.
“Thank you, Jungkook,” Taehyung said, his voice choked with emotion. He reached out and took the game card, his fingers brushing against Jungkook's. He felt a spark of electricity, a surge of warmth, a feeling he couldn't quite explain.
“You're welcome,” Jungkook said, his eyes locked on Taehyung's. He couldn't help but feel a surge of pride, a sense of accomplishment. He had made Taehyung happy, and that was all that mattered.
He leaned closer, his voice a low murmur. “Maybe we can play this together sometime.”
Taehyung blushed, his heart pounding in his chest. He couldn't help but feel a warmth spread through him, a feeling he hadn't experienced before. He was drawn to Jungkook, to his kindness, his thoughtfulness, his playful spirit. He found himself wanting to spend more time with him, to learn more about him, to see where this unexpected connection might lead.
“I'd like that,” Taehyung said, his voice a soft whisper. He couldn't deny the thrill that coursed through him, the way his heart skipped a beat whenever Jungkook's eyes met his. He was starting to realize that maybe, just maybe, he was falling for Jungkook.
Jungkook smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. He couldn't resist a playful wink. “Good. Because I have a feeling we're going to have a lot of fun together.”
He leaned closer, his breath warm against Taehyung's ear. “And maybe, just maybe, we can even beat Yoongi's high score.”
Taehyung laughed, a light, carefree sound that filled Jungkook with a sense of joy. He felt a surge of protectiveness towards Taehyung, a desire to shield him from the world, to make sure he was always happy. He had a feeling this was just the beginning of something special, something that could change both their lives.
They left the arcade, their hands brushing as they walked side-by-side. The city lights twinkled around them, casting a warm glow on their faces. Jungkook couldn't help but steal a glance at Taehyung, his heart skipping a beat as he saw the way the city lights reflected in Taehyung's eyes. He felt a surge of admiration, a sense of awe at the beauty and vulnerability of the man beside him.
“So,” Jungkook said, his voice a soft murmur. “Where to next?”
“Hmm, maybe we could go get some ice cream?” Taehyung suggested, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.
“Ice cream? That sounds perfect,” Jungkook replied, his voice laced with a playful grin. He was ready to continue this adventure, to explore the possibilities with Taehyung, to see where this unexpected journey might lead.
As they walked towards the nearest ice cream parlor, Jungkook couldn't help but feel a sense of hope, a feeling that maybe, just maybe, he had found something special, something that could change his life. He had a feeling that this was just the beginning of their story, a story that was filled with laughter, adventure, and maybe, just maybe, love.
