perfidy; tk

11. Cockblocker

In the hushed confines of the hospital room, Taehyung's consciousness gradually returned, his senses awakening to a dull headache and the dryness in his throat.

Confusion gripped him, and his eyes fluttered open, revealing the sterile white surroundings of the hospital. Panic crept in, and a solitary tear escaped his eye, his body still feeble.

A reassuring warmth enveloped his hand, and a gentle voice spoke, "Hey, it's alright." It was Jungkook, or so Taehyung believed to be Junghoon.

In a frail voice, he whispered, "Pup? Our pup--" The worry etched on his face mirrored his concern for the unborn child as he placed his palm on his belly.

Jungkook's tender assurance came, "The pup is fine too." The relief that washed over Taehyung was palpable, yet beneath the surface, a lingering uncertainty remained.

As Jungkook assisted Taehyung to sit up, the realization struck the omega as he noticed the thin tubes connected to his arm, a familiar sight that triggered memories of past losses in hospitals. Taehyung hates hospitals. Especially, in situations like these.

He lost his pup here.

He lost his parents here.

And though he did not know, he lost Junghoon too between these confined white walls.

A subtle discomfort flickered in his eyes, reflecting the haunting connection he had with these sterile spaces.

In a soft murmur, Taehyung requested, "Water, please." Responding to the plea, Jungkook promptly fetched a cup of water, holding it to the omega's lips to ease the dryness in his throat. The gentle care provided a momentary solace, but the specters of painful memories lingered beneath the surface.

As Taehyung gradually recaptured the fragments of the painful episode replayed in his mind-the emotional vulnerability, the intimate touch that wasn't reciprocated, and the subsequent collapse into the abyss of his insecurities.

Jungkook, now attentive to Taehyung's needs, gently inquired, "How are you feeling, Tae? Shall I call Jimin?" The concern in his voice echoed a sense of remorse for the earlier misunderstanding.

"Sore, but I want to go home," Taehyung admitted with a soft plea in his eyes, seeking comfort and familiarity.

"We will be going home in an hour, don't worry," Jungkook assured, his warm palm caressing Taehyung's, offering a sense of reassurance amidst the lingering unease.

Taehyung, overwhelmed with guilt and self-blame, begins, "I'm sorry, alpha. I shouldn't have behaved that way."

Jungkook, feeling the weight of the situation, responds, "Tae..."

Taehyung persists, "I acted so stubbornly.----once again we could have lost the pup. I should not have doubted you."

Jimin was right. Even though the omega had no part in the mishap, he blames himself for it.

Jungkook, trying to alleviate Taehyung's burden, interrupts gently, " why are you apologizing Tae? I should be the one saying sorry. I'm sorry, Tae. I should have explained things to you earlier. I was the one making you worry. You were never at fault. I was the one who risked the pup's life. And I feel terrible for doing so."

Taehyung, conflicted, insists with a hint of doubt, "But..."

Jungkook cuts him off, "No, let me say" Jungkook, playing the role of Junghoon, prevaricates "After everything happened at the borders, I saw too many deaths. There were corpses and blood everywhere. There were scenes so disturbing, I can't even explain. I needed time to process things, and in this cycle, I didn't want to hurt you, so I distanced myself."

While jungkook lies, he can't help but wonder about junghoon and how badly his brother was injured. The war indeed was haunting, but he wasn't the one who witnessed the scenes.

Taehyung, now comprehending, apologizes sincerely, "I'm sorry, alpha. You've gone through such a terrible time. Only if I was a bit more understanding"

Jungkook reassured him, " No, like I said, the fault was all mine. I should have told you. And it doesn't matter now. All that matters is you and our pup."

Jungkook hesitates but then gently takes Taehyung's palm, placing a chaste kiss.

Prompting Taehyung to seek solace, "So, you still find me pretty? "

For the first time, Jungkook wants to speak the truth to the omega, so he does, "Of course, how can I not? You're the most gorgeous omega I've ever seen in my entire life. That's the truth I can never deny." even though you're not mine.

"alpha, I--" The omega with his rossie cheeks, in silent tears, smiles happily.

Jungkook, wanting to comfort him genuinely, presses a gentle kiss on Taehyung's forehead. As he wipes his tears.

This time, the kiss isn't forced; it's an expression of genuine care and affection, and Jungkook finds comfort in seeing Taehyung smile.

It's so wrong, but feels so right at the same time.
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Jimin, entering the hospital room, notices Taehyung and Jungkook close to each other. Despite being aware of their situation, seeing his best friend Taehyung smile genuinely brings him joy. Wanting to lighten the mood, Jimin teases, "Did I interrupt something?"

Taehyung, happily surprised to see Jimin, exclaims, "Jimin!"

A genuine blush creeps onto Jungkook's face, and Jimin can't help but find the situation amusing.

Jimin, taking on his doctor role, advises Taehyung after the recent panic attack.

He emphasizes the importance of not bottling up feelings and encourages Taehyung to share them.

Handing them a checkup schedule, he stresses the need for a healthy lifestyle and a stress-free environment.

He looks at Jungkook and adds, "Also, during the pregnancy avoid getting intimate. Taehyung is weak right now." Jungkook feels at ease, realizing this was part of Jimin's plan.

Jungkook must always remember that Taehyung is his brother's omega.

Taehyung, shocked by the advice, expresses, "What? That's pathetic." Jimin gives him a stern look, saying, "You brought that upon yourself."

The omega pouts adorably "cockblocker!"

"hey! Don't forget I'm your doctor too!"

"but, you---

Jungkook clears his throat," We will be fine, for you and our pup.. I think we can do this." kissing Taehyung's palm once again as he wraps his arm around him. "but lots of cuddles! " the omega whines as he demands cutely.

"Lots of cuddles." jungkook agrees however, he can't help but feel nervous inside.

At least, it's better than what happened before.

feeling the omega relax in his arms, leaning into his touch, the alpha feels relieved.

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