Once Upon A Broken Heart || Taekook

Chapter 37 - Recovery

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Jungkook leaned in, pressing a gentle kiss to Taehyung's forehead. "I missed talking to you."

As Jungkook pulled back, their eyes locked in a silent exchange that spoke volumes. The weight of the unspoken, the depth of their connection, was palpable in the room.

Taehyung, ever observant, noticed a change in Jungkook's appearance. His eyes lingered on Jungkook's face, concern flickering in his gaze, he touched Jungkook's cheek, "You look... different, Kook. Weaker than I remember."

Jungkook's smile faltered for a moment, his eyes flickering with a shadow of something unsaid. He sighed, a heaviness settling in his chest. "It's been a tough few weeks, Tae. Between worrying about you and dealing with everything else, I guess it takes a toll."

Taehyung's thumb gently traced patterns on the back of Jungkook's hand. "You need to take care of yourself too, you know?"

Jungkook nodded, appreciating Taehyung's concern. "I will. I promise."

They eased into a conversation about ordinary things, discussing the small details of life that seemed to matter more in the quiet moments they shared.

Eventually, a comfortable silence enveloped them, the kind that only close companions could share without feeling the need to fill the void with words. Jungkook took a deep breath, his eyes searching Taehyung's face as if seeking permission to delve into a heavier topic.

"Taehyung," Jungkook began, his voice steady yet tinged with a vulnerability he couldn't hide. "There's something I need to tell you. It's about the accident."

Taehyung's brows furrowed in curiosity and concern. "What is it, Kook?"

Jungkook hesitated, his grip on Taehyung's hand tightening as if drawing strength. "It wasn't just an accident. Someone caused it intentionally."

The room seemed to be still as the weight of Jungkook's revelation hung in the air. Taehyung's eyes widened in disbelief, a mix of shock and confusion clouding his expression. "Intentionally? But why would someone do that?"

Jungkook took a deep breath, his eyes welling up with unshed tears. "It's because of Han Soohee. She orchestrated the whole thing."

Taehyung's eyes searched Jungkook's face, trying to comprehend the gravity of the revelation. "Soohee? But why? What does she have to do with any of this?"

Jungkook's voice quivered as he began to unravel the disturbing truth. "She's been obsessed with me since university. Her feelings took a dark turn, and when she saw us together, she couldn't handle it. So, she planned the accident, thinking it would bring us apart."

Taehyung's eyes narrowed, anger flashing in their depths. "Obsessed? She did all of this because she was obsessed with you?"

Jungkook nodded, his tears now falling freely. "I'm so sorry, Taehyung. It's my fault. If it weren't for me, she wouldn't have targeted you."

Taehyung's grip on Jungkook's hand tightened, his expression shifting from anger to stern determination. "Don't you dare blame yourself, Jungkook. This is not your fault. Soohee made her own choices, and she'll have to face the consequences. But you're not to blame."

Jungkook looked into Taehyung's eyes, finding a well of strength and assurance. "But—"

Taehyung cut him off, his voice unwavering. "No 'buts,' Kook. We're in this together. We'll face it together. Blaming yourself won't change anything. What matters is that we're both here, and we'll move forward from this. Okay?"