CHAPTER 3: Bonding Over Art

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Days turned into weeks as Jisoo and Taehyung continued to meet, their connection deepening with each encounter. They shared their art, their dreams, and their fears, finding solace in each other's company. Taehyung's disguise allowed him a rare taste of normalcy, and Jisoo's world of color and creativity became a haven for him.

One sunny afternoon, they decided to paint by the Han River. Jisoo set up her easel and paints, while Taehyung, still in his hoodie and mask, carefully arranged his own supplies.

"Ready to create some magic?" Jisoo asked, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Absolutely," Taehyung replied, pulling out his brushes and canvas. For a few hours, they lost themselves in their work, the city bustling around them but unnoticed.

"Your use of color is incredible," Taehyung remarked, watching Jisoo blend hues effortlessly. "It's like you breathe life into the canvas."

Jisoo laughed, her cheeks flushing with pleasure. "Thank you. I guess I just paint what I feel."

Taehyung nodded, admiring her confidence. "I wish I could be that free with my art. I always feel like I'm hiding something."

"Maybe you just need to let go a little," Jisoo suggested, adding a final stroke to her painting. "Art isn't about perfection. It's about expression."

Taehyung smiled, feeling a weight lift off his shoulders. "You make it sound so simple."

"It is, if you let it be," Jisoo said, giving him a playful nudge. "Come on, show me what you've got."

Taehyung hesitated, then slowly revealed his canvas. It was a stunning portrait of Jisoo, capturing her in mid-laughter, her eyes full of life and joy.

"Taehyung, this is amazing," Jisoo said, genuinely impressed. "You really captured something special."

"Thanks," Taehyung said, a shy smile spreading across his face. "I guess I had a good muse."

Later, as they packed up their supplies, Taehyung noticed a small cut on Jisoo's hand. "You're bleeding," he said, gently taking her hand to inspect the cut.

"It's nothing," Jisoo replied, pulling her hand away. "Just a scratch."

Taehyung pulled out a small first aid kit from his bag, surprising Jisoo. "Always be prepared," he said with a grin, carefully bandaging her hand.

"Thanks," Jisoo said softly, touched by his kindness. "You're really something, you know that?"

Taehyung looked into her eyes, feeling a connection he couldn't quite explain. "So are you, Jisoo. So are you."

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