Kiss Me Like You Mean It

CH-1

Chapter 1: Childhood Friends

Taehyung and Jungkook had known each other since they were kids. They grew up together, played together, and shared many happy memories. Over the years, their friendship had deepened, and they had become inseparable. But lately, Taehyung had started to feel something more for Jungkook. He had started to see him in a different light, and he didn't know how to handle these feelings.

One day, Taehyung and Jungkook were hanging out at their favorite spot in the park. The sun was shining, and the birds were chirping, and they were both in good spirits.

"Jungkook, can I talk to you about something?" Taehyung asked nervously.

"Of course, Tae. What's up?" Jungkook replied.

Taehyung took a deep breath and looked into Jungkook's eyes. "I don't know how to say this, but lately, I've been feeling something more for you than just friendship."

Jungkook's eyes widened in surprise. "What do you mean, Tae?"

"I mean that I think I might be in love with you," Taehyung said, his voice barely above a whisper.

Jungkook was silent for a moment, taking in what Taehyung had just said. Finally, he spoke. "I don't know what to say, Tae. I've never thought of you that way before."

Taehyung's heart sank. He had been afraid of this. "I understand, Jungkook. I don't want to ruin our friendship, so we can forget I ever said anything."

Jungkook placed a hand on Taehyung's shoulder. "No, Tae. I don't want to forget it. I just need some time to think."

They sat in silence for a while, both lost in their thoughts. Finally, Jungkook spoke again. "I don't want to lose you as a friend, Tae. You mean too much to me. But I can't promise you anything else right now."

Taehyung nodded, feeling a sense of relief that they could still be friends. "I understand, Jungkook. I don't want to lose you either."

Jungkook smiled at him. "We'll figure this out, Tae. I promise."

Taehyung felt a sense of comfort in Jungkook's words. Even though he didn't have a clear answer from Jungkook yet, the fact that he was willing to try and work things out gave Taehyung some hope.

"I hope so, Jungkook. I really do," Taehyung said with a small smile.

Jungkook reached over and squeezed Taehyung's hand. "Hey, whatever happens, I'm here for you. We'll always be friends, okay?"

Taehyung's heart swelled with gratitude. Jungkook truly was the best friend he could have asked for. "Yeah, we'll always be friends," Taehyung replied with a smile.

As they sat there in the park, the weight of Taehyung's confession still lingering between them, they started to talk about their childhood memories. They reminisced about the games they used to play, the silly jokes they used to tell, and the adventures they used to have.

As they talked, Taehyung started to feel a sense of comfort in Jungkook's presence. Even though things were uncertain between them, he knew that he could always count on Jungkook to be there for him.

"You know, Jungkook, I don't regret telling you how I feel," Taehyung said finally.

Jungkook turned to him with a small smile. "I'm glad you did, Tae. I don't want you to ever feel like you have to hide anything from me."

Taehyung smiled back at him, feeling grateful for their friendship. "Thanks, Jungkook. You're the best."

They sat in comfortable silence for a while longer, enjoying each other's company. The sun started to set, casting a warm orange glow over the park, and they both knew it was time to head home.

As they got up to leave, Jungkook turned to Taehyung. "I'll text you later, Tae. We can talk more then."

Taehyung nodded, feeling a sense of excitement at the thought of hearing from Jungkook later. "Sounds good, Jungkook. See you soon."

As Taehyung walked home, he couldn't help but think about Jungkook and the possibility of something more between them. Even though things were uncertain, he knew that he was willing to take the risk for the chance at love.