Poem of Tears

10

"See you tomorrow."Jimin's classmate said,

With a cold expression, Jimin replied, "See you," gathered his things, and left the classroom. Outside, he noticed parents waiting for their children.

"Jimin!" Jungkook called out.

Jimin looked puzzled. "What are you doing here, Jeon?" he asked.

"I came to pick you up," Jungkook replied.

"My car's here; I can go myself."

"Jimin, come with me, please, just for five minutes, baby," Jungkook pleaded.

A small girl asked Jimin, "Who is this?" while pointing at Jungkook.

"I'm his mother," Jungkook said with a smile.

"You're so beautiful," the girl said. "Can I marry you when we grow up?"

Jimin was taken aback. "What the hell?"

"Of course, you can," Jungkook said, touching her cheek. The girl ran off happily.

"So... how many fans do you have, baby?" Jungkook asked. "I think my son is so popular in school."

Jimin looked at him and asked, "When will I become your son?"

Jimin... Jungkook kneeled down. "You're a small little bean, and I don't know how to explain things to you. But if you can forgive your mother, I don't have any choice. He kissed Jimin's forehead. "Someday, you'll understand everything. My little one... I love you very much."

*********

He didn't come with me, but it's okay. It will take time. No, I have some shopping to do. I'm at the mall. Yes, I'll call you back. Jungkook ended the call and headed to a dress shop, looking for shirts for Yoongi who was starting a new job.

"Hey," someone tapped his back.

Jungkook turned slowly and met a man's gaze.

"Who?" Jungkook frowned.

"Jung Hoseok," the man replied. "Can you help me, please?" He begged.

"What? Me?" Jungkook got bewildered. "I..."

"Thanks, come with me," he grabbed Jungkook's hand and led him away.

"Hey, what are you doing? Leave me!" Jungkook shouted.

"Just ten minutes, sir," the man pleaded. He called a girl over. "Ask her who my lover is. It's him," Hoseok said to the girl.

"What?" Jungkook looked puzzled.

"Yes, I love him, and he loves me. We're getting married."

"No... Hoseok, you're lying," the girl cried.

"It's the truth," Hoseok said. "He's my lover. Can a random guy be my lover? Look at him. We look cute together, right?" Hoseok placed his hand near Jungkook's body but didn't touch him.

Jungkook looked at both of them.

"You're very lucky to have him. Best of luck," the girl said before running off.

"Thank you," Hoseok smiled at Jungkook.

"What the hell?" Jungkook glared at him and walked away.

"Hey, wait! What's your name?" Hoseok called out. "I'm Jung Hoseok... but Jungkook already vanished from there." He sighed... Beautiful...

************

Mr. Jeon, I asked you to handle this task, but it seems there's a misunderstanding," the manager lady glanced at him.

"This isn't my responsibility, madam. You should approach the Marketing department," Yoongi calmly replied.

"Are you giving orders to me? You should be prepared for any task here, Jeon."

"Then please handle it yourself, madam. This isn't my job."

"How dare you, Jeon? I will report to you."

"Listen, I'm not Jungkook. Don't provoke me. I already dislike you for how you treated my brother. Be cautious," Yoongi collected his things and left for the entrance.

"Remember, it's not Jungkook. Don't mess with him," Mina warned the manager before following Yoongi.

**************

"So, how was your day?" Yeonjun asked curiously.

"Everything was fine, except for that situation with the manager," Yoongi sighed.

"Hyung, why do you dislike Taehyung so much? What happened between our hyung and him? Please tell me."

"It's not your concern, Yeonjun. Focus on your studies. And don't inquire about it with hyung; you won't like the consequences."

"You're so cryptic, hyung," Yeonjun retreated to his room.

"Hyung," Yoongi called his brother before heading to the kitchen.

"Mina just called me. Why this behavior, Yoongi? You should respect your elders and co-workers."

"Respect is a two-way street, hyung. I won't respect someone who doesn't respect me, whether they're a co-worker or an elder."

"This boy," Jungkook sighed, "Call him, let's have dinner. Tomorrow, we can go together."

*********

Jungkook gathered some files and headed to Taehyung's office. He knocked on the door, finding Yoongi, the manager lady, and another department heads are inside.

Jungkook smiled at Yoongi and handed a study report to the manager lady.

"Hey, lover boy," a voice echoed in the room.

All eyes turned to the newcomer, and Jungkook recognized him as Hoseok.

Hoseok approached Jungkook, "What a small world, man! How are you? And a big thanks for helping me the other day."

"Hobi," Taehyung called him.

"Hey, hyung, sorry for being late. I was with Mom. Hello, everyone," Hoseok greeted  warmly and winked at Yoongi. "Hyung, this is the guy who helped me yesterday," he pointed to Jungkook.

Taehyung introduced Hoseok as his cousin and the new CEO, while he was transitioning to a director role. Everyone wished Hoseok well.

Jungkook quietly moved toward the door; this didn't concern him.

"Hey, lover boy, what's your name?" Hoseok asked.

"Hoseok," Taehyung warned, "Behave yourself; this is an office."

"I just wanted to know his name, hyung. He's quite striking.

"It's Kim Jungkook," Taehyung declared, "My husband." He said loudly.

Others were left in shock.

"Oh, Jimin's mother," Hoseok chuckled, "But he's indeed beautiful." He smiled at Jungkook, who stood at the door, still in disbelief.

As Jungkook stood there, he couldn't escape the penetrating gazes, each pair telling a unique tale: Hobi's eyes radiated with a beautiful smile, while behind him, Taehyung's intense gaze held a tumultuous mix of anger, jealousy, frustration, and a myriad of unspoken emotions.