Across the Universe - Namjin Yoonmin Taekook

•27•

Some years ago...

Jimin spent his entire life surrounded by people that couldn't understand him. His family was like most of the world, they accepted the planet they live in wouldn't last more than a few more generations. Future was never promising and all they could do was enjoy the time they had on Earth. Looking for a solution was a waste of time for them. But for Jimin? He had to believe there was some hope out there and he was willing to find it.

His family always saw him as the weird one, the hopeless idiot that started a long and complicated career for a useless reason. Reaching the title of Captain was almost impossible for most students and even more if they wanted to be designated to long term missions. Jimin didn't care how hard it was gonna be, he wasn't gonna give up. He wasn't gonna stop until reaching his goal. If it was up to him he would've spent weeks without sleeping just to study.

His family tried to stop him knowing he would be a ball of stress soon enough only to save a world that was falling apart. But Jimin never listened to their warnings. He didn't care what they had to say. He didn't care about anyone's opinion.... unless you count Min Yoongi.

- I guessed you were skipping meals again so I brought pizza! Next time I'll bring something healthier, I promise.

- As soon as I'm done with this chapter I'll eat

- Nope. You're eating now, Jiminie

- But-

- No buts! Come here and tell me what you're working on!

Yoongi was the only one able to convince Jimin of taking a break. A danger in Jimin's eyes but a relief on his body and health. He tried to resist Yoongi's relaxed aura several times but it never worked. How could he refuse to spend time with Yoongi? He was the only one that would listen to his nerd stories, congratulate him every time he would pass an exam and honestly care about his passion. He would always stay over during exams the night before to make sure Jimin would sleep at least a few hours and wake up on time.

- Wow! Another perfect score! I'll have to give you a reward!

- You need to stop buying me things, Yoongi. It's not necessary, I'm happy just by having you here

Ah, those comments he always did without thinking. Yoongi loved them more than anything. How was he gonna stop himself from giving him presents? He couldn't. Especially after finding the perfect one for him. A present that would always make Jimin's eyes shine excited.

- A song?

- I know you'll start with the last part of training soon and they told me you can wear earphones there! And since you're always nervous I thought maybe this could help you relax...

Jimin pressed play and his eyes closed enjoying the unknown melody. Yoongi's voice coming from the speakers made his body naturally lose all tension. Even when he had no idea what the words in that song meant.

- I never heard it, is it a cover? I can't understand the lyrics

- I wrote it thinking of you, Jiminie. I found a very pretty language from before we got the universal one. You know, from when each country had it's own language!

- I like it.

Lyrics didn't matter. Just hearing Yoongi's voice made it perfect. He always knew his best friend was his biggest weakness. If he would've failed his exams to become a Captain, he would've chosen a common life next to him. A scenario he tries not to think about since he should focus on work. Despite considering him a distraction from his duty to the world, he always secretly wanted more of Yoongi. He couldn't get tired of him. Until now...

Currently...

- What do you mean you didn't write it?

- Kihyun was the only one in charge of that project. I just...I convinced him to put my name on it so I could come here...

Jimin doesn't seem to show any reaction. His expression shows nothing. He stands there quietly, processing what he just heard and everything that implies. For when he finally understands it all, Yoongi has to swallow hard.

- Motherfucker

- Jimin-

- This is the job of my dreams, the whole reason for my constant effort and you decided to put my mission at risk?!

- I'm sorry, Jiminie. I didn't think-

- You know how important this is for me! And now that I need you the most to show what you know it turns out you were lying?!

- I couldn't let you go for 10 fucking years without me! You have to understand, I had to lie!

- Are you seriously defending yourself?! You don't regret lying at all!

- No! I don't! I don't regret coming here, I needed to be with you!

Yoongi wants to get closer but Jimin won't allow it. The youngest's eyes are glossy but the tears won't fall. He refuses to show Yoongi how hurt he is. How weak he feels right now.

- You think I wasn't gonna miss you? That I didn't know what 10 years would mean, Yoongi? I knew it was gonna be hard but I prepared for it because this is the most important thing in my life. This is what I always wanted. This is the reason for all my sleepless nights. I chose it over family, over a common life. I chose this a long time ago and you knew that. And you still put my dream on the line? I was gonna go back to you in ten years but right now I don't even wanna look at you!

- I...I couldn't wait for that long without going crazy...

- Well, I'm glad you're happy with your decision to come here. At least one of us is.

- Jimin-

- No. I don't even want you to call my name. Right now I'm your Captain and nothing else. And all you are for me is a civilian that lied his way onto my ship.

Jimin walks off, leaving him behind. Yoongi isn't as strong as him and hiding the tears is impossible. He really ruined the one thing Jimin's been working for. And yet he wants to run after him, explaining he did it for love. But right now he can't help to realize that if there was any chance of Jimin loving him back...it might not be there anymore...

Next Chapter

I need to be alone, Kook...

Are you guys forming a sadness club or what?

--------------------------------------------------------------

Hi babes! Sorry it took me forever! Now that the three couples are at their worst time comes the fun (? It's moment to bring Hobi ❤️

I'll see you soon for the beginning of the end~ (There's like 10 more chapters haha but still)

- Baby Y