Unlikely Hearts JIKOOK FF

CHAPTER XXIII

AUTHOR'S POV

As Jimin walked into the quiet library, he couldn't help but feel a rush of excitement at the sight of Jungkook, deeply engrossed in his studies. Jungkook's focused expression and the way his brow furrowed in concentration made Jimin's heart flutter.

He made his way over to Jungkook's table and flashed his brightest smile. "Hey, Jungkookie!" Jimin greeted, hoping to catch the attention of the latter.

Jungkook glanced up briefly from his book and nodded in acknowledgment. "Hey." he replied, before returning his gaze to the pages in front of him.

Jimin pulled out the chair opposite Jungkook and sat down, determined to engage him in conversation. "Whatcha studying?" he asked, peering at the open textbook in front of Jungkook.

Jungkook sighed softly, almost as if he knew Jimin wouldn't give up. "Just going over some advance calculus problems." he muttered, flipping a page and scanning the text.

"That sounds tough," Jimin commented, trying to strike up a conversation. "I could help you study if you want."

Jungkook's lips quirked up, a teasing smirk displayed on his face, raising his eyebrow at Jimin, "Seriously, Jimin?"

Jimin's face immediately flushed red, knowing that look. He playfully punches the taller, "Yah, I'm not that dumb, you know?!" pouting at him.

Jungkook just chuckled, "I was just kidding, but thanks."

"Okiii.."

Jimin pulled out his own physics textbook, wanting to join Jungkook studying session. However, as he dove into the complex equations, a furrow appeared between his brows. Clearly struggling, he glanced up and caught Jungkook's eye.

"Jungkook, help me out here," Jimin pleaded, flashing his best puppy-dog eyes.

Jungkook let out a soft sigh, clearly torn between his own studies and helping Jimin. Despite his internal conflict, he closed his own books and leaned over to take a look at Jimin's physics equation. As Jungkook explained the steps to solve the equation, Jimin couldn't help but feel a surge of gratitude and admiration for the handsome and intelligent boy in front of him.

Their faces drew closer together, and Jimin found it hard to focus with Jungkook's intense gaze fixed on the equations. He could feel his heart racing, the proximity to Jungkook affecting him in ways he hadn't expected.

Clearing his throat, Jimin attempted to refocus on the task at hand. "Okay, so you need to do this first, before you dive into the second formula," Jungkook explained, his voice low and calm. Jimin nodded enthusiastically, but his mind was far from the textbooks. His focus kept veering to the proximity of Jungkook, and he struggled to concentrate on the words in front of him.

"Jimin, are you following along?" Jungkook's voice broke through his wandering thoughts.

"Y-Yeah, of course," Jimin stammered, forcing himself to focus on the page. "Just trying to wrap my head around these equations."

As they continued to work through the problems, Jimin's mind raced with conflicting emotions. On one hand, he was grateful for Jungkook's assistance, but on the other, he couldn't ignore the undeniable flutter in his chest whenever their eyes met.

He desperately tried to maintain a facade of focus, but Jungkook's was too close, made it increasingly difficult. After what felt like an eternity of equations and explanations, they finally reached a breakthrough.

"I think I've got it," Jimin exclaimed, relief flooding through him. Jungkook smiled in satisfaction. "See, not so bad, right? You just needed a little extra push."