It was lunch time, finally for Namjoon. A 'me time' he looks forward to, that gives him some space from his hectic dual social life day and night. He made it a point, though, to at least eat out. Though he wants to be away from social interaction, he does not oppose in being in that environment. Putting on his specs, he enjoys his me time by scrolling on the latest news updates. Just that his peaceful moment was short-lived, as he receives non-stop messages.
Message received:
From JK: Hyung. Sorry I broke your baby brother's heart again. Can you check on him? I think I saw him teared before I left. Huge favour Hyung, don't tell him I asked you to. I think its best if we don't talk anymore. If we are, Jin won't be able to focus on his dream.
From Jin: Namjoonie Hyung. I don't even know if I want to be in this industry anymore. Its so difficult. I feel trapped. Why can't we decide our own path? It hurts, Hyung. And Jungkookie is hurting too. Hyung, please talk to him? I'm sure he will push you away. He already did to me. But I know, he didn't mean it. He's not a good liar, Hyung. So please, Hyung?
Message send:
To JK: Sure. Fill me up, at least. Tonight? dinner at my studio at 10pm?
> Sure, hyung. Will be there.To Jin: Let's talk about it. Shall we? Tonight, dinner at Hyung's studio? 10pm?
> Love you, Hyung. But that's supper.
> Jin? Really?
> I'm ok with supper. I'll be there, Hyung.10pm that night in RM's studio:
"I don't believe in being the messenger. I believe in effective communication. So start talking both of you." Seokjin and Jungkook fidget as they didn't expect to have a direct confrontation that day after what had transpired earlier on. Seokjin would've notice something odd, as his Hyung kept emphasizing he will attend to him only at 10pm despite him coming an hour early. "Why? Cat got your tongue? If you're not talking, why not I'll just read the message. So first-"
"Fine. Hyung. I'm quitting tomorrow." Jungkook turns to Seokjin giving him the look and confronted, "that got to be the most absurd thing you've ever brought up!" "I'm tired. I don't understand why must we conform to what they want every single time!" Seokjin making his point by emphasising each word. Jungkook, could relate to that, but he is not going to be soft on Seokjin, rather "That's just how it works. Accept it instead of running away."
Seokjin was offended by the remarks, and raised his voice, "Excuse me? Me? running away? Oh I forgot, you got tired of me and need a new FREAKING FLING. HOW'S YOUR SEARCH GOING THEN?" "I AM NOT RUNNING AWAY!" "YOU ARE! YOU'RE A LIAR!" At this point, they are just shouting at each other, saying whatever comes to their mind and pointing fingers just like kids having a fight.
Namjoon felt this conversation is not going anywhere. Honestly he was tired from working the whole day and he can't deal with another issues. Even if they are people whom he cherish the most. Mediation can be done another day, when both are ready to talk about it. He had enough.
"Did he just leave?" "Obviously, he's running away too." Jungkook looks at Seokjin's angry pout and breaks into giggles. Seokjin, with his deep frown looks at Jungkook questioning his action. But when he thinks back about what he just said, he breaks into giggles too. Soon after, the room is filled with giggles. After they composed themselves, Jungkook sighed, and walks towards Seokjin. He paused, there was a little hesitation, but he decided to lean forward, opens his arm as he embraced Seokjin.
For once, action speaks louder than words. Seokjin immediately returns the hugs, and they finally found the comfort that they seek throughout the day. It's tough, but at least for now, they have one another to lean on to. At least for tonight.