The Second Choice

Doing The Opposite

After a while, they found a spot near the shore to sit down. The cool sand beneath them contrasted with the warmth of the night, and Y/N felt a sense of tranquility settle over her. She glanced over at Taehyung, who was staring out at the ocean, his expression thoughtful.

"You know," Y/N began, trying to lighten the mood, "this place really does feel like something out of a movie. It's almost too perfect."

Taehyung chuckled softly, nodding in agreement. "Yeah, it's like a dream. But sometimes, even dreams can get complicated."

Y/N looked at him, sensing there was more on his mind. "Is it just Savannah that's been bothering you, or is there something else?"

Taehyung sighed, his gaze fixed on the horizon as if searching for answers in the waves. "It's not just Savannah her advances were . I'm trying hard not to cross any boundaries with you. When you told me you liked me, I was thrilled, but it also made me regret not telling you sooner. I know you have a boyfriend, and whoever he is, he's really lucky."

Y/N's heart sank, her mind racing to keep the truth about Jimin hidden. She bit her lip, feeling the weight of her secret pressing down on her.

Taehyung continued, a nostalgic smile playing on his lips. "I've known you for more than ten years. We met when you were 12 and I was 14 at that summer photography program. I was so excited when you came to high school, and honestly, I always thought you were cute.

Y/N tried to lighten the mood, playfully nudging him. "Eww, you had a crush on me in high school? I was fifteen, and you were seventeen! That's so weird."

He chuckled, rolling his eyes. "Don't make it weird. I thought you were cute, that's all. I had a crush on you when you were sixteen, and I was turning eighteen. But I never did anything because, yeah, it would have been awkward. My crush only grew stronger in college and. The age gap felt right you know ."

Y/N tapped his back, teasing him. "Ah, when I became a 'hot mama'?"

He smirked, shaking his head. "Yeah, something like that. I was going to ask you out during the second year of college, but I just... I don't know. I hesitated."

She looked at him, feigning guilt. "So, you liked me for that long? Now I feel guilty for only liking you recently and stupid how comes I didn't pick up on the signs ."

Taehyung shrugged. "That's life. Things happen, and sometimes they don't work out the way you expect. Plus, you wouldn't have Ben able to I played it very smooth  and cool .I was always afraid of ruining our friendship. I kept asking myself, 'Is it worth losing my best friend over?'"

Y/N laughed, trying to keep the mood light, but there was an underlying tension she couldn't shake. "Plus, you were a total player back then. You, Jungkook, and Jimin were the worst. All those girls you toyed with... I used to warn them not to get involved, but you three wouldn't listen."

Taehyung raised an eyebrow, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Speaking of warnings..." Without warning, he leaned in and kissed her, his lips capturing hers in a way that took her breath away.

Y/N's mind went blank, and for a moment, she forgot everything—Jimin, her guilt, everything. She found herself giving in, wrapping her arms around Taehyung as he deepened the kiss. The world seemed to disappear, leaving just the two of them under the moonlit sky allowing their tongues to play against each other , y/n found herself melting into the kiss,she allowed him to take the lead.

It was as if all the years of unspoken feelings, missed opportunities, and unresolved tension were pouring into this single moment. When Taehyung finally pulled away, he pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead, his breath warm against her skin.gently, whispering, "Who's the player now?"