Unexpected - Jeon Jungkook

Chapter 14

The humidity of the early morning slips away as you enter the main lobby of your apartment complex. You took the opportunity to enjoy a run out in the cooler cloudy weather, not realizing that you would end up getting caught in the rain. You shiver as you wipe your feet against the large floor mat just in front of the main lobby doors, shaking yourself off in an attempt to drip the least amount of water over the lavish tile floors.

You slip your hand into the side pocket of your leggings, pulling out your keys as you slowly start to maneuver through the corridors in search of the mailroom. It's been a few days since you avoid the public location, knowing each time you utilize the amenities your apartment offers, it's another chance of running into Jungkook.

The squeak of your shoes announces your presence as you reluctantly turn the corner to find the room lined with sleek mailboxes. there is only one other person in the room and it's some random tenant you have never met before. You move your hands up to your neck, collecting your damp hair as you gather it to one shoulder. Your eyes shift about the space, noticing your last name printed on your mailbox as you move to press your key into the lock.

You hope there aren't any bills awaiting inside the small box as you pull open the door panel, smiling once you realize there is nothing to be found in your box. Perfect, you think to yourself as you focus your attention on shutting the unit. The stranger from before is now observing you closely, noticing the damp clothing dressing your body.

"Is it raining out there?" The middle-aged woman asks, causing you to turn to address the stranger. You smile sheepishly as you peer down at your leggings and tank top that were clinging to your skin from the moisture alongside the water droplets sliding off your windbreaker.

You nod quietly, shrugging your shoulders with a soft giggle. "It is." You confirm before twisting your key to lock your mailbox. "So much for a morning run." You laugh, thankful to see the woman return a friendly smile at your comment. You watch, politely waving at her as she dismisses herself back into the corridor, leaving you to collect your belongings.

What you didn't notice was that while you were talking with the older woman, a much more familiar neighbor made their way into the mailroom, sneaking behind you to seek out his mailbox. It isn't until you hear the shuffle of clothing behind you that you turn on your heel to peer back in search of the sound.

Your eyes widen at the sight of Jungkook, his messy hair pulled back into a neat man bun. You can't help but let your eyes scan over his physique, noticing a pair of chunky black sneaks peeking out from a pair of black tactical pants cinched at his waist with a large belt. Your heart rate instantly elevates as you focus on his chiseled waist, hating the fact that such a simple part of his body can cause your skin to ignite in an insatiable blaze.

Refusing to allow your eyes to continue their track up his frame, you quickly turn around to avoid the possibility of another awkward encounter with your stupidly handsome neighbor. You recklessly step away, hoping to make a dash for it until your shoes slide against the tile, not realizing that water dripped from your clothing onto the floor to create the perfect recipe for disaster.

Your hopeless effort to catch yourself on the slick surface causes you to tumble backward, your ankle rolling on the way down as a sharp pain shoots through your lower leg. "Ow, shit." You hiss in pain as your backside collides with the hard flooring while your hand cradles your ankle.

Jungkook is quick to abandon his keys and mail as he moves around you, squatting down to your level as he offers you a hand. Your eyes flicker up from your ankle to find Jungkook's wide eyes observing you gently, an ounce of sympathy exposing itself on his features as he notices your expression of pain. "Y/N, are you okay?" He offers, resting his arms against his knees with his legs spread open as he squats over you.