I lied

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"Taetae...I think I just found the inspiration for my song!" JK half whispered excitedly into Tae's ears.

JK stared at Kim Mingyu as Tae introduced his cousin who just came back from London. Kim Taehyung and Kim Mingyu are first cousins but the difference in their personalities couldn't be more extreme. While Tae is introverted and shy, Mingyu is an extrovert, with a constant flirty smile on his pretty face.

"Nice to finally meet you, JK. I've heard so much about you! If I didn't know you guys are best friends, I would have thought Tae is in love with you. I mean he doesn't shut up about you...but now I can see why".

JK blushed. Tae felt a pang in his heart.

" Tae...you didn't tell me you have a cousin like this, I mean, I don't remember you mentioning him."

Taehyung, with his head down, softly said "I'm pretty sure I told you about Mingyu". He felt regret for introducing the two but since Mingyu will be staying at the Kim house for a while, it's inevitable for the two to meet.

Mingyu and JK were obviously smitten with each other. They started talking about their interests and hobbies, etc. Tae watched them silently and didn't notice his mom walking in with some snacks for the guys. His mom has known all along that her son is gay and loves JK more than a friend. She witnessed their friendship through the years and has secretly wished that JK reciprocated Tae's feelings, so this scene unfolding in front of her eyes made her sad.

"Hi guys, I got you some snacks to tide you over before you head out." She smiled as she laid down the food on the table. "JK, I see you met our Mingyu".

"Hi, Mrs. Kim! Thank you for always feeding me!" JK's eyes twinkled more than usual as he excitedly put some fruits in his mouth.

Mingyu said "Auntie...I think I will enjoy my stay here in Seoul with you guys", but his eyes were on JK the whole time.