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Chapter 45

Third person's pov

Hyunjae quickly put on a smile, ruffling Sujae's hair. "I'm fine, Sujae. I'm just thinking about work."

Sujae nodded, still looking a bit worried, but he decided to trust his brother's words. Hyunjae then made an effort to be more cheerful, joining in the laughter and conversations more enthusiastically.

Taewon was struggling with his fishing line, and Hyunjae noticed his frustration. He walked over, standing close behind him. "Here, let me help," Hyunjae said, gently placing his hands over Taewon's to guide the rod.

Taewon glanced back, a smile spreading across his face. "Thank you, hyun— I mean, hyung."

Hyunjae chuckled, stepping back once Taewon got the hang of it.

Taehyung, watching from a distance, noticed Hyunjae's forced cheerfulness but decided to respect his privacy and not mention it.

As the day wore on, Jungkook's mood started to shift. He became irritable and moody, sighing heavily and crossing his arms. Taehyung noticed immediately and walked over to him, placing a hand on his shoulder. " Kookie, want to go home?"

Jungkook nodded his head, pouting.

"You guys can continue fishing," he said to the group. "We're heading home." Taehyung said while helping Jungkook up and grabbing his bag.

In the car, Jungkook was still sulking, staring out the window. Taehyung glanced over at him, worried. Suddenly, Jungkook's eyes lit up as he spotted an ice cream stall by the side of the road. "Tae, I want ice cream!"

Taehyung smiled at his husband's sudden enthusiasm. "Alright, let's get you some ice cream." He pulled over and bought ice cream for both of them. Jungkook eagerly started eating his as soon as Taehyung handed it to him.

Taehyung watched Jungkook with affection, "Rosie," he said softly.

"Hmm?" Jungkook responded, not looking up from his ice cream.

Taehyung considered telling him about Hyunjae's mood but decided against it. He didn't want to worry Jungkook. "You look so pretty," he said instead, smiling.

Jungkook looked up, his sassiness returning. "Tell me something I don't know."

Taehyung chuckled, patting Jungkook's head. "Finish your ice cream soon, or else it'll melt, love."

Jungkook grinned, taking another big bite. "Okay, okay."

At night.......

Hyunjae sat on the edge of his bed, lost in thought. His fingers traced patterns on the duvet as he mulled over his feelings for Jaekhyung.

"I should confess to him," Hyunjae thought, his heart pounding at the mere idea. "I know he probably doesn't like me, but maybe, just maybe, I’ll have a chance if I confess early. What if he feels the same way and is just waiting for me to make the first move?"

He was so deep in his thoughts that he almost didn't hear the knock on his door. Startled, he quickly straightened up as Taewon’s voice came from the other side. "Can I come in, hyung?"

Hyunjae blinked, surprised by the sudden formality. "Come in."

Taewon entered, a casual grin on his face as he shut the door behind him. Hyunjae raised an eyebrow, "What's wrong with you? Why are you being so respectful all of a sudden?"

Taewon plopped down on the bed beside him, his grin widening. "Am I not always respectful?"

Hyunjae chuckled, shaking his head. "No, you're not. So tell me, what do you want?"