when the rain falls - taejin [book 1]

II

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The next time Taehyung visited the Jeon house, it was only two days later, with the excuse of returning Jungkook's physics book that he had left in the classroom. The black-haired boy almost ran away, as soon as he saw him through the intercom screen, although he refrained from kissing him or making any show of affection, since his father was in the room and could see them. Instead, he greeted him with a big, sincere smile that touched Tae. They didn't used to share many intimate moments, due to the strict rules of their institute and the possibility of being harassed because of their sexual orientation. They didn't want that and preferred to keep their atypical friendship with benefits hidden, just for the privacy of the four walls of Jungkook's room. The black-haired boy took his hand and pulled him inside.

―If dad asks, just say you came to study ―he whispered as they entered.

―I told him you left your physics book behind ―he shrugged.

―Well, you brought it because we had to study physics... and that's it ―he sentenced with a wink.

They both took off their shoes before entering and Tae, somewhat nervous, entered the living room. Next to the window, the perfect figure of Seokjin rested gracefully, sitting sideways, leafing through a book, while the outside light hit his slightly tanned skin, giving him a glow that made him look unreal, like a mythical being from the forest. The poor boy was so shocked by the image of his friend's father that he had to swallow before speaking, because he was afraid that his voice would not come out normally.

―Go-Good afternoon, Mr. Jeon ―he greeted with a small voice. ―How are you today?

―We had already greeted each other ―the man smiled, pointing to the intercom, making the boy feel a little silly. ―But I feel very well Taehyung-ah, thanks for asking ―he answered kindly, with one of his particular smiles.

―Yes, true ―he scratched the back of his neck.

―Dad, we will go upstairs to study ―Jungkook warned, taking the arm of his distracted friend.

―Okay, when you feel hungry, you can go downstairs for a sandwich ―he offered.

The boys thanked and went up to Jungkook's room.

―Why do you get so nervous with my father? ―Jungkook teased, poking him in the ribs with his finger, once he closed the door.

―I don't know, he's involuntary ―he shrugged, downplaying it. ―Are we really going to study? ―he asked, to change the subject.

―We could... ―replied Jeon, before smiling mischievously. ―But we won't.

Tae denied fun, receiving an anxious Jungkook in his arms, who rushed to his lips to kiss him passionately.

―You don't know how much it pisses me off not being able to do this anywhere ―Jungkook murmured over Kim's mouth. ―But I suppose it's safer this way.