Taejenjikook(Requested)

Chapter 2

Days Passed in Gentle Snowfall

The days in the countryside drifted by quietly. The snowstorm had subsided, leaving behind a pristine blanket of white that covered everything in sight. The brothers had settled into a routine with Jennie, their lives intertwined by the circumstances that had brought them together.

Jennie found herself slowly adjusting to life in the house. She kept herself busy, helping with chores and doing what she could to repay the brothers' kindness. But despite her efforts, she remained guarded, always aware of the past that threatened to catch up with her.

Jennie's Thoughts: I can't let my guard down, no matter how comfortable it feels here.

Each morning, she would wake up early, slipping into the kitchen before the brothers were awake. It became a habit, something she could control in a life that felt uncertain. She would prepare breakfast quietly, her movements precise and purposeful, always trying to maintain her distance.

But the brothers made it hard for her to remain detached. They were kind, patient, and understanding in a way that made Jennie feel something she hadn't in a long time—accepted.

Taehyung's Gentle Approach

Taehyung was often the first to join her in the kitchen. He'd watch her with a soft smile, his presence calming.

Taehyung: "You don't have to do this every day, you know" his voice was gentle as he reached for a cup of coffee.

Jennie: "I want to" her response was short, almost curt, but Taehyung didn't push.

He would sit at the table, sipping his coffee, while Jennie worked in silence. But there was something about the way he looked at her, something she couldn't quite place. It was as if he was trying to see beyond the walls she had built around herself, to understand the person beneath the cold exterior.

Jennie's Thoughts: Why does he keep looking at me like that?

The more time she spent around Taehyung, the more she felt her resolve weaken. There was a warmth to him that was hard to resist, a quiet strength that made her feel safe. But she couldn't allow herself to get too close, couldn't let herself believe that this could be more than a temporary refuge.

A Subtle Shift Between Jennie and Jungkook

Jungkook, on the other hand, was different. He was more open, more direct in his approach. He didn't shy away from engaging her in conversation, often teasing her in a way that made her smile despite herself time.

One night, the house was quiet except for the crackling of the fire in the living room. Jennie, feeling restless, wandered into the room, only to find

Jimin* who was sprawled on the couch, his gaze fixed on the flames dancing in the fireplace. The room was warm, the crackling fire providing a comforting backdrop to the otherwise quiet night. Jennie hesitated at the doorway, not expecting to find anyone there, especially not him.
He looked up as she entered, his eyes meeting hers with a softness that made her heart skip a beat.

Jimin: "Can't sleep?" he asked, his voice low and soothing.

Jennie: "Something like that" she replied, moving closer to the fire, the warmth drawing her in

He patted the space next to him on the couch, and after a moment's hesitation, Jennie sat down. They were close enough that she could feel the heat radiating from his body, a subtle reminder of his presence.

Jimin: "You know, it's okay to let your guard down sometimes"he said, his voice barely above a whisper, as if he knew how fragile her trust was.

Jennie: "It's not that simple" she murmured, her gaze fixed on the fire.