His Sanctuary [Jikook]

Chapter 38

3RD PERSON POV

The loud laughter all the way from the kitchen was their alarm, again. The couples stirs awake from their slumber, and they turn to look at each other, annoyed. They seem to communicate their frustrations with their eyes. The sounds of cars passing on the streets, birds chirping from a distance, and the annoying laughter from downstairs were starting to annoy them.

"The alarm has gone off." Jungkook says, referring to his family members who were laughing like there is no tomorrow.

"I swear to God I'm gonna die of sleep deprivation." Jimin mutter, getting the bed.

The couple first heads to the bathroom to take a shower. The warm water cascaded down their skin, enveloping them in a comforting embrace. The steam rose, carrying the scent of lavender and vanilla, creating a soothing atmosphere. With each droplet, the sweat of last night is melted away, leaving them refreshed and renewed. The gentle sound of water falling mingled with their little conversations, a moment of pure tranquility in the midst of a chaotic kitchen. When they were done with their hygiene routine, they both brace their selves, getting ready to deal with the problems ahead, and by problems they meant those downstairs.

Their footsteps echoe around the house as they walk downstairs, headed towards the dining room. The people sitting on the table converse, not paying attention to the two that enter, except Nayeon, who smiles cheekily the moment she sees Jimin.

"Hmmm, Morning you two." She says, a little too excited. Junghyun and Ha-joon both scoff bitterly at the same time, but Ha-joon is quick to cover his bitter face with a smile as he looks at Jungkook.

"Morning Nayeon. You should've woken me up so I'd help you prepare breakfast." Jimin says, feeling bad that no one bothers to help the sister of the family.

"I wanted to, but I figured you were tired. Maybe next time." Nayeon says, winking, and Jimin immediately gets it. This is to relay a message that Nayeon heard every single moan last night. The smaller bites his lip and shyly sinks down his chair.

"You're brave to show your face like this after last night. You're just a guest. What do you want Jungkook's family to think of you?" Ha-joon says, turning the already slightly awkward mood in the atmosphere more awkward.

"Haha, I didn't expect another guest to complain while the family is quiet." Jimin remarks while smiling a little, clearly unbothered. And Jungkook doesn't say anything except chuckle. Looking at his precious princess, he's sure that he's gonna handle this Ha-joon perfectly.

"Yesterday, breakfast was ruined. Can we please just eat without any misunderstandings today?" Nayeon says, her eyes begging the people that surround the table. No one says anything, but they all stay silent and start digging in their meals.

The breakfast table was filled with a heavy silence, punctuated only by the clinking of cutlery. Awkward glances were exchanged, each person lost in their own thoughts, avoiding eye contact. The aroma of burnt toast lingered in the air, adding to the uncomfortable atmosphere. Tension hung like a thick fog, making even the simplest interactions feel strained and unnatural.

"Uhm... Jungkook... I was thinking that we would go out today. Maybe visit our secret spot. We used to love going there when we were younger." Ha-joon says, breaking the awkward silence, his question lingers in the air, awaiting to be answered. Jungkook sure does take his sweet time.

"I'm sorry, I'm spending the day with my love today. I wanna show him around my neighborhood." Jungkook finally replies. He's happy with his reply, but all that happiness fades when he sees Jimin glaring at him.

"Why did you say sorry? Is spending the day with me something you need to apologize for?" The smaller asks, the look on his face is scary even for Jungkook. The taller looks at his plate, scared to even face the angry chick that sits beside him.