Trusting (KTH)

Chapter 5

Taehyung and Sooyun always had a friendly enough relationship but it was rather distant. Taehyung was very rarely around and Sooyun was wise enough to know that he wouldn't enjoy being fawned over by his twin's nanny. So they were cordial in passing and during handoffs of the boys but that was about it.

It was about three months into the tour when Sooyun stopped Taehyung one morning.

"Taehyung-sii, would it be ok if I had your phone number just in case of an emergency? I know I have Clara's and security, but if something happened it might help if I could get in touch with you more quickly. I promise I won't use it for any other purpose."

Taehyung was very guarded in handing out his number, fear that it would circulate was a chronic concern. It was an incredible hassle changing his number constantly.

"Give me to the end of the day, I'll see what I can do." Taehyung planned to ask the company to create a new temporary number for him, something he could just discard if it got out since only Sooyun would be using it. He also wanted to make sure he had Clara's support too. Sooyun's request made sense but at the same time he generally didn't hand his number out to other women, not wanting to risk misleading them in any way or making Clara uncomfortable. It was always better safe than sorry.

With Clara's consent, Taehyung asked the company to create a temporary number for him and shared it with Sooyun.

"I often take pictures of the boys and share them with Clara. Would you like me to also send them to you? I don't want to be a bother but I would be happy to send photos if you would like that."

Taehyung considered but then agreed. He loved hearing about what the boys were up to during the day. He'd also seen Sooyun's pictures and knew she had a special eye for photography. It would give him more candid snaps to show to his members who always enjoyed seeing pictures of the boys as they grew. It was a pleasant distraction from the monotony of interviews, rehearsals, and otherwise being on the road.

Taehyung brought Clara with him to the band's morning meeting the next day, telling her that the members wanted to see the boys. They each walked in carrying a baby in their arms and were immediately surrounded by both the members and several of the staff. By now Namjoon had taken the baby tiger from Taehyung, so Taehyung used the opportunity to excuse himself and grab their hair stylist.

"I think Clara's hair might be long enough for the extensions now, evening things out from where they had to shave it for the stitches. What do you think?"

The hair stylist casually observed Clara from across the room trying to avoid drawing attention. He had heard from Taehyung about Clara's accident so he knew about the mess the hospital had left her hair. Even before they left Seoul Taehyung had asked him if he would consider doing the extensions himself while they were on tour. Taehyung knew Clara wouldn't feel comfortable going to see a stranger in a salon so it would really help them out.

"Yeah, I think it does. The schedule is pretty quiet next Tuesday, if you'd like I can do them then. Does that work?" The stylist offered.

"I'll talk to Clara but let's plan on it. I'll let you know if anything changes. And thanks so much for even considering it. I really owe you one."

"Don't even think about it, I'd love to help. Although I kind of like her hair the way it is. It's quite fashionable. You should make sure she still wants to change it."

Taehyung agreed to ask knowing that Clara would undoubtedly prefer to have the extensions in. And when he did ask, she confirmed her desire to move back to a more modest hairstyle.

Before long Tuesday had arrived and Taehyung was dropping Clara off in the hair stylist's suite. It looked like she would have company since Jungkook was having his hair bleached and then re-dyed, a long and uncomfortable process. In the meantime Taehyung would return to the suite and keep an eye on the boys with Sooyun.

Clara was nervous to be alone but quickly fell into a peaceful quiet fellowship with Jungkook, each periodically asking questions or sharing a short story but mostly comfortable with the silence between them. After several long hours Clara's extensions were in and her hair re-cut to even things out. Looking in the mirror she suddenly felt a bit more like herself and was excited to show the final results to her husband,

She thanked the stylist repeatedly and wished Jungkook the best, nearly running back to their suite to show her new look to Taehyung.

"Taehyung" she shouted as she swung open the door, "Look!"

She saw Sooyun trying to give her the quiet sign, only then realizing her excitement had woken the twins, both of whom immediately burst into tears.

"Oh no, I'm so sorry, I didn't even think that they might be napping." Clara felt terrible and couldn't stop apologizing to Sooyun. By now Taehyung had wandered out of the bedroom hearing the commotion. He pulled Clara into an embrace ignoring the shouting twins, focusing fully on Clara. "Oh baby girl, I'm so glad to see you so happy. And your hair is gorgeous, just like you. If we both take one of the boys we can let Sooyun explore the city for the evening and after the both drift off for their nap again we can order dinner. how does that sound?"

Clara nodded in agreement but still felt terrible.

Taehyung quickly stepped in to grab one of the boys as Sooyun left, and soon they had them both comforted and back asleep.

"Come here wife." Taehyung growled while nipping at Clara ear. "I know I said we'd order dinner but I think I've found something even more delicious I'd like to explore. Let's spend a little time together and then if we're hungry after our evening activities we can order a midnight snack. What do you think?"

Shyly burying her face in Taehyung's chest Clara nodded. Intimacy with Taehyung was truly an experience of being bathed in love, not just a pleasuring seeking outlet. He always seemed to know when Clara needed a renewed boost of confidence and was always glad to help make it happen.

Taehyung picked her up as she wrapped her legs around his waist, their mouths already clashing in a passionate tangle. It only took a few minutes before all of their clothes were strewn on the floor and Taehyung was tasting every part of Clara's body, her hands tangled deep into his hair as she arched in anticipation and arousal. When they finally connected, Taehyung stilled, wanting to take the opportunity to stare into her eyes and prolong their time together. As he filled the quiet moments with sweet words of love and assurance, both of them began to feel the other throb in their connectedness, barely able to refrain from wiggling and pressing themselves further together. When they truly couldn't wait any longer Taehyung began to smoothly glide in and out, in and out, while Clara arched to meet him. After only a few more moments they stuttered together, releasing themselves to each other, finally satiated in each other's embrace.

Each day they spent traveling together both Clara and Taehyung were convinced that this was the way, the only way that things were meant to be. They just were designed to be close, and hand in hand they could conquer anything together.