Love Again

11

The day had finally arrived for Jungkook and Seokjin's lunch, and Jungkook couldn't help but feel a rush of excitement as he pulled up in front of Seokjin's hotel-this time, on his motorbike. He had considered taking one of his luxury cars again but decided that the motorbike felt more... casual, and besides, he enjoyed the thrill of riding.

As he revved the engine, he noticed Seokjin stepping out of the hotel lobby, looking as effortlessly handsome as always. Dressed in a simple yet stylish outfit, Seokjin had a natural elegance about him that made heads turn. Jungkook pulled off his helmet, grinning as Seokjin spotted him.

Seokjin raised an eyebrow, a playful smirk tugging at his lips as he approached. "A motorbike this time? You really like to keep things interesting, don't you?"

Jungkook chuckled, swinging one leg over the bike to stand. "I figured we could mix it up a bit. Plus, it's a nice day out. What do you think? Up for a ride?"

Seokjin eyed the sleek black bike, his expression somewhere between curiosity and amusement. "I haven't ridden on a motorbike in years. But sure, why not?" He smiled, his eyes sparkling with a hint of excitement.

Jungkook handed Seokjin an extra helmet, which he had brought just for him. As Seokjin fastened the straps under his chin, Jungkook couldn't help but notice how effortlessly cool he looked.

"Alright, hop on," Jungkook said, putting his own helmet back on and getting into position.

Seokjin slid onto the seat behind him, his arms wrapping around Jungkook's waist in a secure but tentative hold. Jungkook's heart skipped a beat at the closeness, feeling Seokjin's warmth against his back. For a moment, Jungkook hesitated, soaking in the feeling before starting the engine and pulling away from the curb.

The streets of Seoul blurred past as they cruised down the roads, the wind rushing past them, and the city buzzing with life around them. Seokjin held on tighter as they gained speed, and Jungkook couldn't help but smile beneath his helmet. There was something liberating about being on the open road like this, and having Seokjin there with him only made the experience that much better.

After a short but exhilarating ride, they arrived at the Italian restaurant near the Han River. It was tucked away in a quiet corner, offering both privacy and a beautiful view of the water. Jungkook parked the bike and helped Seokjin off, both of them removing their helmets and laughing lightly at the wind-blown mess of their hair.

"That was fun," Seokjin admitted, smoothing down his hair as they approached the entrance of the restaurant. "I forgot how freeing it is to be on a motorbike."

Jungkook grinned, feeling a sense of pride that Seokjin had enjoyed the ride. "Glad you liked it. I figured it'd be something different."

They were shown to a table on the terrace, where the gentle breeze from the river carried the scent of freshly baked bread and herbs. The view was stunning, and the restaurant's atmosphere was relaxed and intimate. Jungkook had chosen this place specifically because he knew it would give them the privacy they needed-away from prying eyes and cameras.

Once they were seated and their orders placed, Seokjin leaned back in his chair, gazing out at the river for a moment before turning his attention back to Jungkook.

"So," Seokjin began, a teasing smile playing on his lips, "was this lunch purely about food, or was there something else on your mind?"

Jungkook laughed softly, shaking his head. "A bit of both, I guess. I just wanted to spend some time with you-get to know you better. But I'm not gonna lie, I've been thinking about you a lot since the last time we hung out."

Seokjin's expression softened, his eyes meeting Jungkook's with an intensity that made Jungkook's heart race. "I've been thinking about you too, Jungkook," he admitted, his voice quieter now, more thoughtful. "These past few weeks have been... a lot. But being around you has helped me forget, even if just for a little while."