Love's Embrace - TAEKOOK

8

As the evening wore on, Taehyung arrived at the hospital, looking visibly tired from a long day of work. He entered Felix's room, where the atmosphere was warm and filled with laughter.

Seeing everyone gathered around Felix, Taehyung smiled, grateful for the bond they shared. "Hey, everyone," Taehyung greeted them. "I think it's time for you all to go home and get some rest. I'll stay with Felix tonight and make sure he's comfortable."

Yeonjun, Hyunjin, and Soobin hesitated, reluctant to leave Felix's side. But Taehyung insisted, knowing they needed rest too. Reluctantly, they bid Felix goodnight and left the hospital, leaving Taehyung alone with him.

As the room quieted down, Taehyung sat by Felix's bedside, a comforting presence in the dimly lit room. Felix, feeling a sense of peace with Taehyung by his side, opened up about the bullying he had experienced.

"Taehyung hyung,  my bullys bullied me for my long hair, they hurt me, beat me, pulled my hair" Felix began, his voice tinged with sadness. Taehyung "It must have been difficult for you." Felix nodded, his gaze downcast. "It was. But what I didn't tell you is that it wasn't just that incident but it was more than that."

Taehyung's heart sank at the revelation, he realized the pain Felix had been hiding. "Why didn't you tell your brothers?" Taehyung asked gently.

Felix shrugged, a mixture of shame and sadness in his eyes. "I didn't want them to worry. And... I guess I was scared they wouldn't understand. They have always been so protective of me, but I didn't want them to see me as weak."

Taehyung placed a comforting hand on Felix's shoulder. "Felix, you're not weak. You're incredibly brave for facing all of this alone. But you don't have to anymore. Your brothers love you and want to protect you. They would never see you as weak."

Felix looked up at Taehyung, tears glistening in his eyes. "Do you think I should tell them?" Taehyung smiled softly. "I think it's worth considering. They deserve to know, and I believe they will support you no matter what."

As Felix shared his feelings with Taehyung, Taehyung listened attentively, his heart going out to his younger brother figure. After Felix finished speaking,

Taehyung took a deep breath, considering his words carefully. "Felix, what happened to you was unfair and cruel," Taehyung began, his voice gentle yet firm. "But it doesn't define who you are. You're strong, kind, and incredibly brave for facing all of this."

Felix looked up at Taehyung, his eyes searching for reassurance. Taehyung continued, "It's important to remember that bullies often target others because of their own insecurities. They try to bring you down because they're not happy with themselves. It's not about you—it's about them." Felix nodded, taking in Taehyung's words. "But how do I stop it? How do I make it stop hurting?" he asked, his voice wavering. Taehyung smiled reassuringly. "First, know that it's okay to feel hurt and upset. Your feelings are valid. But don't let the bullies' words define you. Surround yourself with people who uplift you, like your brothers and friends here.

And remember, you have the power to choose how you react to their words." "Felix, you're not alone in this," Taehyung continued. "Your brothers and I are here for you. And if you ever feel overwhelmed, don't hesitate to talk to someone you trust or seek help from a counselor. You deserve to feel safe and supported." Felix wiped away a tear, feeling a glimmer of hope in Taehyung's words.

"Thank you, Taehyung hyung. I'll try to be strong," he said softly. Taehyung smiled warmly. "You already are, Felix. And remember, true strength comes from within. You have the strength to overcome this, I believe in you."

As the night passed, Taehyung stayed by Felix's side, offering him comfort and guidance. And as Felix drifted off to sleep, he felt a newfound sense of resilience, knowing that he had the support of Taehyung and his brothers to help him through.

Jungkook had overheard the heartfelt conversation between Taehyung and Felix. He watched them fondly, feeling a pang of jealousy at how close his brother had become to Taehyung.

However, he also couldn't help but admire the compassion and wisdom with which Taehyung had spoken to Felix. After ensuring that Felix had fallen asleep, Jungkook quietly entered the room.

He set up his laptop in a corner, intending to work while keeping an eye on his brother. Sitting there, he couldn't shake off the feeling of gratitude towards Taehyung for being there for Felix when he couldn't.

As the night wore on, Jungkook worked diligently, occasionally glancing over at Felix's peaceful sleeping form. He felt a sense of reassurance knowing that Taehyung was there, watching over his brother. When the first light of dawn began to filter through the window, Jungkook closed his laptop.

He quietly approached Taehyung, who had also dozed off in his chair, and gently shook his shoulder. "Thank you, Taehyung," Jungkook whispered, his voice filled with gratitude. "For being here for Felix. It means a lot to me." Taehyung stirred, rubbing his eyes sleepily. "No need to thank me, Jungkook. Felix is like a brother to me too. I'll always be here for him." With a nod of appreciation, Jungkook took his leave, knowing that Felix was in good hands.

And as he stepped out into the morning light, he felt a renewed sense of hope and gratitude for the bonds of family and friendship that had been strengthened through adversity.