/My Secret Crush / Jikook~

64

In the quiet early morning, as the sun was just starting to peek through the curtains, Jungkook stirred from his sleep at 5:00 a.m. Gently leaning over, He silenced it quickly, careful not to disturb Jimin's peaceful slumber. With a soft smile he stares at jimin sleeping form, then he quietly got up to prepare for his morning flight.

He shuffled to the bathroom, flipping on the light switch. The fluorescent light hummed to life, illuminating the compact space. Jungkook's reflection stared back at him, eyes puffy from lack of sleep, dark circles evident.

After a swift shower, he dressed in the clothes he'd laid out the night before - a simple white shirt and jeans. His movements were efficient, honed from years of early morning routines.

Back in Jimin's room, Jungkook packed his luggage, the zipper closing with a soft thud. He glanced at Jimin, who was still fast asleep, his chest rising and falling with each breath. Jungkook's heart swelled with love.

He approached Jimin's side of the bed, his footsteps quiet on the floor. He leaned over, his lips grazing Jimin's forehead in a gentle kiss.

"Baby, I'm leaving," Jungkook whispered, his voice barely audible.

Jimin stirred, his eyes fluttering open like delicate petals. "What time is it?" he asked, his voice husky, laced with sleep.

"5:30 a.m.," Jungkook softly replied, his voice filled with tenderness. "Go back to sleep. I just wanted to say goodbye," he added, his gaze fixed on him.

Jimin's face twisted with emotion, and he sat up abruptly, casting off the covers. "No, I'll send you off," he insisted, determination in his eyes.

Jungkook's hands gently cradled Jimin's face, his touch warm and comforting. "No, don't get up. It's too cold outside. Stay here or you will get sick," Jungkook urged, concern evident in his voice.

"Just let me walk you out to the door," Jimin persisted, his eyes shimmering with unspoken feelings. Jungkook remained silent as Jimin swiftly rose, grasping Jungkook's arm tightly. A smile graced Jungkook's lips as they made their way to the door, the air thick with unspoken words.

As they reached the doorway, Jungkook felt Jimin's long sigh brush against his skin. Their eyes locked, and in a sudden, heartfelt moment, Jimin rose on his toes, capturing Jungkook's lips in a tender kiss. Jungkook, balancing his luggage with one hand, wrapped his free arm around Jimin's waist, deepening the embrace.

After they parted, their foreheads remained connected, a silent promise passing between them. "I'll be back for your birthday, I promise," Jungkook whispered, his words carrying a sense of longing.

Jimin's voice wavered, filled with emotion. "I'll count every day until you're back," he vowed, his eyes shimmering with unshed tears.

A soft smile played on Jungkook's lips as he gently touched his nose to Jimin's,  "I love you," Jungkook whispered, his voice sincere.

"I love you too," Jimin replied, his words echoing with love and longing.

With a final, lingering glance, Jungkook slipped out into the cold morning, leaving Jimin clinging to the doorframe, their unspoken bond lingering in the air.

~

As Jungkook stepped off the plane at Incheon International Airport, the crisp Seoul air enveloped him, a refreshing change from the humidity he'd left behind. Four hours had passed since his departure, and the afternoon sun cast a warm glow over the city.

After collecting his luggage, Jungkook hailed a taxi and provided the driver with Seo Joon's address. "Yongsan-gu, please," he said, settling into the backseat.