Daughter's question

Chapter 6

The soft glow of the afternoon sun filtered through the curtains as Taehyung and Jungkook sat on the couch, relaxing after a long morning. Aerina, of course, was busy playing nearby with her toys, occasionally glancing at her parents with that signature mischievous sparkle in her eyes.

Taehyung rested his arm along the back of the couch, leaning closer to Jungkook. "You look tired, love," he murmured, brushing a stray strand of hair from Jungkook's face.

Jungkook blushed slightly but smiled. "Just the usual, you know. Parenting is hard work."

Taehyung grinned, teasingly lowering his voice. "Well, you know... if we ever need a break, we could ask Jin to watch Aerina. We could... spend some time alone." He winked playfully.

Jungkook’s cheeks flushed even more, and he lightly pushed Taehyung’s shoulder. “Yah, stop it. Aerina’s right there!”

But Taehyung only chuckled, clearly enjoying teasing Jungkook.

Before Jungkook could respond, Aerina looked up from her toys, her eyes wide and full of curiosity. “Eomma, Appa?”

Both parents froze, sensing that another “dangerous” question was coming.

“Yes, angel?” Jungkook asked, trying to sound as calm as possible.

Aerina tilted her head, her brows furrowed in deep thought. “Why does Appa kiss your neck all the time? I saw him do it earlier. Does it hurt?”

The room went silent. Taehyung immediately choked on his breath, and Jungkook’s face turned bright red.

“Oh—uh—sweetheart,” Jungkook stammered, looking at Taehyung for backup.

Taehyung coughed awkwardly before putting on his best serious face. “Well, angel… it doesn’t hurt. It’s just… something grown-ups do to show they care about each other.”

Aerina seemed satisfied with that answer but still had more to say. “But why the neck? Is that because it’s special?”

Jungkook buried his face in his hands, too flustered to even attempt an answer. Taehyung, however, was doing his best to stay composed.

“Uh, yes, the neck can be special,” Taehyung said, trying to suppress a grin. “It’s just one of the ways we show love.”

Aerina nodded thoughtfully but didn’t stop there. “Ohhh, so it’s like when I kiss my bunny goodnight?”

Jungkook peeked out from behind his hands, looking relieved at the innocent comparison. “Yes! Exactly like that,” he said quickly.

But Aerina wasn’t done yet. “Appa, do you kiss Eomma like that because it makes him happy?”

Taehyung chuckled nervously. “Yes, exactly, it’s because I want to make Eomma happy.”

Aerina blinked, her face scrunching up in thought. “Then why does Eomma make that funny noise when you do it?”

Both parents froze again, and Jungkook’s eyes widened in absolute horror.

“I… uh… you see…” Jungkook stuttered, unable to find words, while Taehyung was barely holding back his laughter.

Taehyung quickly intervened. “That noise just means Eomma is really happy, princess,” he explained, trying to keep a straight face. “Like how you giggle when I tickle your feet.”

Aerina seemed satisfied with that answer and giggled, clearly imagining Jungkook being "tickled" by her Appa. “Ohhh! So Eomma is ticklish too? That’s funny!”

Jungkook’s face was now a permanent shade of red, and he was too flustered to do anything but nod.

Taehyung, however, wasn’t done teasing. “Yes, Eomma is very ticklish,” he said with a playful smirk, reaching out to give Jungkook’s side a gentle poke, earning a startled gasp.

“Taehyung!” Jungkook exclaimed, swatting his hand away, though he couldn’t help but laugh.

Aerina watched them with wide eyes, clearly enjoying the playful interaction. “You two are funny,” she giggled. “But Appa, do you always make Eomma laugh like that?”

Taehyung grinned, pulling Jungkook closer. “Oh, angel, I try my best every day.”

Jungkook shot Taehyung a look, trying to suppress his own smile. “You’re impossible.”

Taehyung winked. “And you love it.”

Aerina, sensing the playful atmosphere, suddenly jumped up from her spot. “Appa! Eomma! Let’s play tickle time! I want to make you both laugh!”

Before either of them could protest, Aerina launched herself at Jungkook, her little hands trying to tickle him, while Taehyung joined in on the fun.

The room was soon filled with laughter as the family shared a chaotic and loving moment, the awkward questions forgotten—at least for now.

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