"Opposite Attracts" ||Kim Taehyung FF||

chapter 31

Taehyung: Follow the path that whispers secrets... What could that mean?
Iris: Maybe it's referring to a specific spot in the forest that's known for its quiet and secretive nature. Or it could be a trail known for its hidden treasures or whispering breeze.
Taehyung: Hmm! It could be. But the clue says to 'follow the path'. So we need to keep an eye out for a path.
 Iris: There are quite a few paths here,We might have to investigate each one until we find the right one.
Taehyung: Let's fan out and cover more ground. We'll split up and explore different paths. If either of us finds something, we'll call for the other.
Iris: No! I can't roam alone here. I'll stay with you!

Taehyung looked at her, a hint of surprise in his eyes. He hadn't expected her to refuse and insist on staying with him.  He contemplated for a moment before sighing slightly.

Taehyung: Fine. If you're that afraid, you can stick with me. Just stay close.

Iris couldn't help but feel a surge of relief at his words. She didn't want to admit it, but the forest seemed a little eerie and lonely to explore alone. 
She nodded, a small smile playing on her lips.

Taehyung: Thanks.

Taehyung glanced at her, noticing her slight anxiety. His heart softened a bit at her vulnerability. As they walked through the forest, Iris sticking closely to Taehyung's side, they came across various paths that extended and twisted off in different directions. 
Each path was different, some wider and more trodden, while others were narrow and less traveled. 

Iris and Taehyung quietly inspected each path, searching for any signs or hints that would lead them to the correct secret-whispering one.Iris stumbled and her foot slipped on a patch of smooth rocks, causing her to lose her balance and fall forward. 

Iris: "Oof!"

she let out a small gasp as she toppled to the ground. Taehyung turned immediately, hearing her fall behind him. His gaze shifted from curious to concerned in a split second as he saw her lying on the forest floor.He quickly rushed over to her side, kneeling down next to her.

Taehyung: Are you alright?

he asked, his voice laced with concern. Iris groaned and sat up, wincing slightly. She rubbed her hands, which had taken the brunt of her fall.

Iris: Yeah, I think so. Just a minor fall. Taehyung: Let me see your hands.

Iris extended her hands towards him, and he gently took hold of them, examining the scrapes and cuts on her palms . His touch was gentler than she had expected.Taehyung frowned as he inspected the cuts.

Taehyung: You scraped them pretty bad.
Iris: It's nothing too serious.
Taehyung: you should Walk carefully, Iris!
Iris: Iris? (She whispered as he usually call her princess)

Taehyung's eyes widened a fraction as she said that, a flicker of something unreadable passing through them. He hadn't realized that he had called her by her name instead of his usual term of endearment. He quickly regained his composure, avoiding her gaze.

Taehyung: Yeah, Whatever. Just walk more carefully next time. I don't want to have to keep cleaning up after you.

Despite his nonchalant tone, Iris couldn't help but smile a little at his slip-up. It was a rare moment of vulnerability from him, and she secretly enjoyed it. 

Iris: ok!

Taehyung gently took her hands and helped her get back up to her feet. He made sure to be careful not to touch her hurt hands. Once she was standing, he let go, but his eyes remained on her, studying her for any sign of further injury.