A Love Unseen (Jikook)-complete-

Chapter 10: Blossoming Friendship

A few weeks had passed since that fateful night when Jungkook first approached Jimin beneath the tree. Their friendship had blossomed effortlessly, each meeting at the park becoming a cherished ritual. Jungkook found himself eagerly anticipating their evenings together, where he could listen to Jimin read his poetry, each word wrapping around him like a warm embrace.

Tonight, the air was crisp and fresh, a gentle breeze rustling the leaves above as Jungkook arrived at their usual spot. He spotted Jimin sitting against the tree, his phone in hand and a thoughtful expression on his face. The soft glow of the screen illuminated Jimin’s features, making him look even more serene.

“Hey, Jimin!” Jungkook called out, his voice bright with enthusiasm.

Jimin looked up, a smile instantly breaking across his face. “Hey, Jungkook! I’m glad you made it!” He waved him over, clearly excited to share his latest work.

As Jungkook settled in beside him, he could see Jimin’s eagerness bubbling beneath the surface. “I’ve been working on a new poem,” Jimin said, his eyes sparkling with anticipation. “It’s about our meetings here and how much they mean to me.”

Jungkook felt his heart race at the thought of being the subject of Jimin’s inspiration. “I can’t wait to hear it!” he replied, leaning closer, his interest piqued.

With a deep breath, Jimin opened his phone and began to record, his voice smooth and melodic against the backdrop of the evening.

"Under the canopy of stars, we find our place,
In shared laughter and whispers, we leave a trace.
With every word spoken, a bond starts to grow,
In this sanctuary of dreams, we let our spirits flow."

Jungkook’s heart soared at the words, and he couldn’t help but smile widely. “That was incredible, Jimin! You captured everything perfectly,” he exclaimed, the admiration evident in his tone.

Jimin chuckled, his cheeks tinged with a light blush. “Thanks! I wanted to express how much I enjoy our time together. You make it easy to write.”

“I feel the same way,” Jungkook said, his sincerity palpable. “It’s like you give voice to the thoughts I can’t quite express. You have a gift.”

Encouraged by Jungkook’s praise, Jimin continued. “I have another one I’ve been working on. It’s a bit different, but I think you’ll like it.”

“Lay it on me!” Jungkook encouraged, feeling a sense of excitement at hearing more of Jimin’s creativity.

Jimin smiled, adjusting his position slightly before diving into the next poem.

"In the twilight’s embrace, where silence sings,
We find solace in moments, the joy that it brings.
With you by my side, the world feels so right,
Together we shine, a beacon of light."

As Jimin read the final lines, Jungkook was captivated, his eyes locked on Jimin’s expressive face. The sincerity in Jimin’s words struck a chord deep within him, stirring feelings he had yet to fully understand.

“That was beautiful, Jimin. I love how you see the world,” Jungkook said, his voice softening. “You have a way of turning simple moments into something extraordinary.”

Jimin smiled, his heart swelling with joy. “It’s easy when I’m inspired, and you inspire me. I’m really grateful for our friendship.”

Jungkook felt a warmth spread through him at Jimin’s words, realizing how much he had come to value their time together. “Me too. I’ve never had a friend like you before.”

They shared a comfortable silence, the stars twinkling above them as the night deepened. The world around them faded away, leaving only the two of them and the magic of the moment.

In that space, amidst the soft whispers of the night, Jungkook knew that he wanted to cherish this connection they had built. As he listened to Jimin recite more poetry, he couldn’t shake the feeling that their friendship was just the beginning of something even more profound.