You Never Know [JIKOOK]

32. Untrue

"Did you enjoy it, baby?" Jimin asked Minju, who looked sleepy and nestled comfortably on Jungkook's shoulder.

"Yes, hyuung," Minju mumbled, his voice low and tinged with tiredness.

Jimin smiled at the sight, even though Minju's eyes were already closed. Suddenly, a thought struck him. "Where's Tae and Jin hyung?" he mumbled, fishing out his phone to call them.

"Jin hyung already left," Jungkook said, gently swaying to keep Minju asleep while they stood near the booths. "And Taehyung said he had to go because his boyfriend wanted him to sleep over."

Jimin looked at him, shocked. "What the hell? Did Taehyung just betray me? That bastard."

"Ahm... Y-y-" Jungkook stammered, looking hesitant.

Jimin focused on Jungkook, trying to encourage him to speak.

Jungkook took a deep breath before continuing. "I could give you a ride," he offered, avoiding Jimin's gaze because his heart couldn't bear the intensity of Jimin's beautiful eyes, which no longer held fear, hurt, or anger.

Without saying a word, Jimin nodded.

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The ride was quiet but not uncomfortable. Jungkook wanted to talk, to have a small conversation, but he wasn't sure if it would make Jimin uneasy.

Suddenly, he noticed that Jimin had fallen asleep in the passenger seat, with Minju curled up on his lap. Minju had insisted on sitting with Jimin, refusing to be alone in the backseat. The sight made Jungkook smile warmly; they looked like father and son. Remarkably, Minju and Jimin shared similar features-the same eyes, nose, and even cheeks.

Jungkook's mind wandered. What if he and Jimin had a child? Would they look like this? Would they be happy? But the reality was harsh-Jungkook had betrayed Jimin, and that dream was out of reach.

He deserved to be lonely, but he vowed to try to regain Jimin's trust, to make him fall in love again.

They arrived at Jimin's apartment after a while. Jungkook glanced at the sleeping pair, his heart swelling with love and warmth. He couldn't resist grabbing his phone and taking a few pictures of them, setting one as his wallpaper.

Satisfied, he gently woke Jimin. "We're here," Jungkook said softly, not wanting to wake Minju.

Jimin rubbed his eyes, adjusting to the sudden light inside the car. He looked out the window and saw their porch light on, likely left on by Mrs. Park.

"What time is it?" Jimin asked, shifting uncomfortably as Minju's weight became too much.

"It's already past 2 am," Jungkook informed him, noticing Jimin's struggle. "Wait, let me get Minju for you." Without waiting for a reply, he got out, jogged to Jimin's side, and carefully lifted Minju.

Jimin sighed in relief and got out of the car. He walked to the porch and unlocked the door. "Come in," he signaled Jungkook, holding the door wide open.

Jungkook removed his shoes before entering. "Where's Minju's room?" he asked.

Jimin, without thinking, pointed to his own bedroom door. Jungkook walked over and opened it, finding the light switch and turning it on.

He gently laid Minju on the bed and stood up, noticing the flowers on the side table and study desk. Some were in vases, others still in bouquets, likely to prevent them from wilting. Jungkook smiled, relieved Jimin hadn't thrown them away.

After a moment of admiration, he returned to the living room and found Jimin asleep on the couch, curled up like a fetus. Jimin must have been too exhausted to make it to his bed. Jungkook considered moving him but decided against it, knowing it would be uncomfortable.