Written in the Stars | Taekook

⭐ 26 Fortitude ⭐

"Hyung," Taehyung sighed, "But I've no money and I ain't that rich cool kid-"

"Of course you're not a kid with some childish, selfish attitude, right? You're a decent, honorable grown up and mature omega. You are brave and you have power to change your situation. You're able and capable. And you're a good person with a good heart. You have a good brain and good looks. It doesn't have to be all shiny, all branded or expensive. I bet you're good at carrying yourself. You have good manners. And you're quite decent with a clean, neat, proper and respectable appearance. You're just like me; we both passed the exam and got a scholarship from the reputable and prestigious Seoul University of Science and Technology. That means we are qualified. You have earned it to get your pretty ass here. Am I right?"

Taehyung couldn't even stop Seokjin's nagging. He speaks so fast. The doctor spoke passionately, he was chatty and talkative. Yet he has a point though.

"So, yes, you're the whole package, Taehyung. End of discussion," Seokjin utters firmly and affirmatively.

"I, am I?" Taehyung bit his nails.

"Aww Precious Bean, you are... You're a whole package. You're a beautiful person with a beautiful heart. And you are worthy of love, remember that. And just when you think, who are you without the status, the money and the achievement? You'll realize that you're a precious being. You are so worthy and deserving."

Taehyung was speechless. Seokjin's gentle and empowering words caressed his fragile black and blue, wounded heart.

"Taehyung, you are just having a hard time and you need to cultivate your self-love more. You can take good care of yourself even more and respect yourself more. Validate yourself. Take credit for all of your achievements, even the smallest one," Seokjin suggested to him, "You've survived the day? Cool, that was lit. You have taken care of yourself well and functioned well, that's great. That's an achievement too. It doesn't have to be huge or grande."

"Well, okay, I mentally noted what you've said. Thank you for the advice. But Hyung, I really wanna be proud of myself. I wanna feel amazing. Not financially poor or, or physically ugly and weak like this. I feel sorry about myself," Taehyung protested as he poured his heart out in frustration.

"Sweet Pea, hey, just take it easy for now... Don't be too hard on yourself. Do one thing at a time and don't think too much. Don't drain yourself by overthinking. I'd say, your best bet is to learn and improve more in those areas; your finance and health and beauty. You'll evolve and you'll be doing great with your metamorph, just like a butterfly. I think I get why JK called you 'Butterfly', by the way. But I think you can and you'll be doing great. I believe in you," The doctor smiled, assuring the younger omega.

"You think I can?" The brunette omega doubted himself as he asked in hesitation.

"Oh, of course you can, Honey. Just take it easy for now. Just take it slow. Soon you'll start small and then you keep going. You're giving your best shot. You keep growing and keep glowing as you trust the process. Then allow things to improve and let it be. Do not self-sabotage. The development you've been seeking and the refinement you've been craving for will eventually form," The older omega utters gracefully with calm demeanor and confidence.

"Your life's not gonna be bitter like 'depresso' or black coffee," Seokjin mutters, "You'll find your strength and turn the table. Life will serve you espresso. All smooth and sweet yet strong and rich in flavor. It will be delicate and delicious."

"But how, though? I don't think I have the magic and luck to get the best outcomes."

"Omega, you have the inner strength in you. You just need to use it. Use your strength with fortitude and resilience. If you don't believe in yourself, then who will? You are worth it as much as any other, Taehyung. Don't let anything or anyone bring you down or tell you otherwise, and this includes harsh inner critics who may try to bring you down and make you feel bad and small."