Web Of Lies

31

Ten minutes later, Jin, Jimin, and Yoongi also reached the hospital. Namjoon was standing beside Hoseok, who was staring blankly into space. Jungkook was sitting beside the two staring at the dried blood on his hands.

"How is he," Jin asks the moment he reached where they were sitting. None of them said a thing, well to be precise, none of them knew the rest were there.

"Namjoon-ah..." Jin calls, tapping him on the shoulder. He snapped out of his head space and gave them a weak smile.

"... how is he?" He asks. "We don't know. The doctor just took him in with the nurses. It hasn't been that long since we got here." He said "Hmm," he hummed before his eyes settled on the two who were yet to come back from their reverie.

"Kook, come on lets get your hands cleaned." He said to younger who looked at him before his eyes shifted to ICU. "Don't worry it won't take long." Jin said to the younger who reluctantly nodded his head.

They all stayed looking at the red light reflecting on top of the ICU, the occasional beeping sound of the machine being the only sound that could be heard.

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An hour later, the light turned green, and the door was immediately opened, a nurse came out with a bin filled with used surgical knives, cotton wools, and surgical gloves drenched in blood

The metallic smell of blood and antiseptics filled the entire corridor. "I..is h..he okay..." came Hoseok's hoarse but hurried question.

"The doctor will be out in a bit," the nurse replied without saying another word she left to dispose of the used items.

True to her words, the doctor came out a minute later, and he gave them a professional smile before he spoke.

"The surgery was a success, and the patient is alright. However, due to excessive loss of blood, it will take him 24 hours to regain consciousness. After which, he will be observed for 7 to 8 days before he gets discharged. If you have any other questions, feel free to come to my office. He will be transferred to the ward."

He bowed a little and left after those words. They all visibly relaxed knowing he was alright. "You guys head home, Yoongi, and I will look after him..." Jin started but was cut off by well... "I want to stay," ...all of them.

He sighed, rubbing his forehead. He and Yoongi were the only presentable ones amongst them. they all looked like shit, with puffy eyes and dark circles.

It was still early, 7:30pm. If they were to go home and rest now, they'd not lose a thing, but convincing them to do so was the hard task.

"Look, I know you are all worried for him, and I understand that, but you all need to rest. You look dead, and I don't appreciate you dampening the mood. Not that it wasn't gloomy enough to begin with."

"But..." Namjoon wanted to protest, but Jin shut him up. "I don't wanna hear a word, you all go home and rest, and when I say rest, I mean shower, eat, and sleep. Anyone who dears to come tomorrow looking like shit will not be allowed inside." He says.

They all slumped their shoulders defeated, knowing they had no other choice but to follow.

Yoongi pulled Jimin in for a kiss, a long, passionate one before he let go of him. Jimin looked down unable to meet the gazes directed at the with a blushing cheek. He wasn't expecting such an act from him.

"See you tomorrow." He says, giving him one last peck on the lips. Jimin just nods his head, unable to form a single word.

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The next morning, the boys were at the hospital as early as 6 am. They didn't want to miss the chance of seeing Taehyung up and healthy. The did 'rest' as instructed by their Jin hyung because they knew they wouldn't be allowed to meet Taehyung otherwise.

It was now half past four in the afternoon. The doctor said that Tae would be up anytime soon, so Jin went to make some light porridge for him to take and some food for the starving boys.

With Namjin

Namjoon insisted on driving Jin and not letting him go alone because, according to him, it was not safe. Of course, he sat on the passenger seat while Jin drives. Jin didn't mind going alone and is not opposed to the idea of the younger tagging along.

The ride was silent, though Jin had a lot of questions for the younger he chose not to speak up. He wants answers, but he knew this was not the right time.

Namjoon loved him back, since when? He couldn't help the small smile that graced his lips anytime that thought crossed his mind.

And what was that thing about his sister, who was that man and why is he after them. There are so many questions and yet no answers. They are sure going to have a long conversation when Taehyung is more active.

He was now in the kitchen preparing food for the boys. He had already prepared Tae's porridge and put it in a flask. What is left is the food for the boys before they return to the hospital.

Seokjin's pov

"Aren't you going to ask me anything?" Namjoon said. He has been in the kitchen all the time following my every move with his sharp gaze, making me nervous while I cooks.

None of us spoke a word since we came in, and I thought it would stay like that until he spoke up. "Will you answer me truthfully?" I shot back. He was silent, so I just chuckled.

"I just wanted to hear your voice," he says, making a small blush to creep on my cheek. "I promise to say everything when Tae gets discharged. It's not like we can hide it anymore, but for now... I just want to be with you." He says, my heart fluttered, and my cheeks became warm.

"Bold words you uttered there Kim Namjoon, why me, you do know the type of feeling I harbour towards you right." I said, wanting to hear him accept me directly.

He moved closer till we were inches apart. My back had been facing him, so I couldn't see his face. He turned me around, and I was faced with his intimidating dragon eyes.

I felt nervous all of a sudden, my cheeks becoming warmer by the seconds. He leaned down on my neck, sniffing it and placing a gentle kiss on my collar bone.

I shuddered a bit, and his husky voice was not helping, "I want you... I love you." My heart skipped several beats before thudding loudly in my chest. Tears brimed at the corner of my eyes.

I leaned in and caught his lips in a feverish kiss, my heart feeling content. This was what I've been waiting to hear from him, I can't believe he said it.

It feels surreal but it's true. Namjoon really said he loves, how many years have I been having this onesided feelings. Hearing my feelings being returned is considered my best achievement so far.

"I.. I love you too," I said, panting after long minutes of kissing. He smiled at me and pecked my lips again before turning me around to face the stove. My food was almost burning.

I quickly stirred it with a smile on my face. His hands were still on my waist and face in my neck, but I didn't mind.

'He needed it... I needed it... We needed it'

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