/My Secret Crush / Jikook~

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After having a video call with his mom, Jimin takes a relaxing shower and settles onto his bed. He starts messaging Jungkook, eager to know what was happening. However, Jungkook's replies are slow, making the conversation a bit one-sided.

When Jimin tries to reach out to Taehyung, he realizes he still has him blacklisted, which dampens his mood a bit. He decides to focus on his conversation with Jungkook, even though the replies are delayed.

Feeling that both of them should be engaged in conversation, Jimin doesn't want to disturb them further. Despite the slow responses, he continues to message Jungkook, hoping for a exchange. With a heavy heart, he eventually manages to fall asleep, thoughts swirling in his mind.

The next morning, Jimin arrives punctually at the office. He diligently completes his report and other tasks before submitting them to his boss, working together seamlessly until the end of the workday.

After finishing his work, Jimin bids farewell to his colleagues and heads out. He realizes that both he and Jungkook are working today, leaving Taehyung unattended. Initially planning to have dinner together at a nearby seafood restaurant, they now need to include Taehyung in their plans.

As Jimin exits the office building, he spots Jungkook and rushes over to inquire about Taehyung's whereabouts. Upon looking at Jungkook's face, he notices the bruises.

"..." Jimin falls silent.

Jungkook gently takes Jimin's hand and speaks, "Hyung went to grab a table for us. Let's head over there too."

Jimin, with a hint of suspicion, purses his lips, sensing the events of the previous night. Trying to mask his growing anger, he bites his lip and inquires, "What happened to your face?"

As Jungkook's bruises slowly fade, he responds, "I accidentally bumped into something."

Jimin retorts, "So, you accidentally bumped into Taehyung's fist."

A tense silence follows.

Glancing at Jungkook's healing face, Jimin abruptly turns away, striding towards the seafood restaurant without a backward glance. "Don't tell me you just stood there and took his hits yesterday."

Jungkook coughs lightly, "Not exactly."

Jimin probes further, "Where else did he hit you besides your face?"

Jungkook admits, "Nowhere, just on the face."

Jimin halts, contemplating the validity of Jungkook's words. Suddenly, he stops, raising his hands and reaching towards his stomach.

Reacting swiftly, Jungkook steps back, avoiding Jimin's touch, his expression shifting.

The tension is palpable.

Jimin, consumed by fury, declares, "I'll handle him."

Taehyung who sits at the table near the window, lazily perusing the menu, he suddenly notices Jimin and Jungkook entering the crowded restaurant.

In an instant, as he raises his eyes, he feels a hand around his neck. Gasping and coughing, he manages to utter, "Wow."

Jimin, seething with anger, declares, "It's over for you."

Realizing Jungkook's presence, Taehyung quickly grasps the situation - Jungkook must have revealed everything. He pleads, "Before I lose my temper, release me."

"This time I'm heading home - NO, from today onwards." Jimin appears to ignore Taehyung's words, pinching his face and tugging at his hair. "I'll complain to Mom daily about your girlfriend. Don't even think about her becoming part of our family! Remember what I warned you about yesterday..."