Quatervois

Chapter 2

Time had passed quickly, and tonight was the culmination of everything—Taehyung, Jungkook, and their friends had finally graduated. The official ceremony had taken place earlier at the school, but now, in the glow of the evening, the real celebration was about to begin. Students had organized an extravagant graduation party, and the atmosphere was electric. The air buzzed with excitement, music pulsed through the speakers, and laughter filled the venue.

Amidst the chatter and dancing, the highlight of the night was fast approaching—the award ceremony for the most fabulous couple, a tradition that everyone looked forward to. It was a light-hearted competition, but everyone knew there was one couple everyone had their eyes on.

The lights dimmed slightly, and Bambam, always the life of the party, swaggered onto the stage, his usual charm and confidence on full display. He grabbed the mic, pausing dramatically as the crowd quieted, awaiting his announcement.

"Ayo, beautiful single ladies and handsome single gentlemen!" Bambam's voice boomed through the speakers, instantly sending the crowd into a frenzy of cheers. He flashed a playful grin as the students chanted his name, hyping him up.

The crowd roared, the energy infectious as everyone gathered closer to the stage. The anticipation was thick in the air, and it was clear who they were all rooting for.

"So now," Bambam continued, drawing out his words for effect, "it's time to announce our fabulous couple of the night!" He paused, milking the suspense as the crowd began chanting.

"Taekook! Taekook! Taekook!" The students chanted Jungkook and Taehyung's couple name in unison, their voices growing louder with each passing second.

In the corner of the room, Taehyung's face flushed a deep shade of red, his heart fluttering as he heard the crowd chanting for them. The attention always made him a bit shy, and he ducked his head, hiding behind his soft brown curls. Beside him, Jungkook chuckled softly, his eyes twinkling with amusement as he glanced at his blushing boyfriend. He gave Taehyung's hand a reassuring squeeze, knowing exactly how flustered he got in moments like this.

Bambam, enjoying the moment, grinned widely. "Of course! Who else could it be but our powerful, unstoppable couple—Taekook!" He paused for dramatic effect before continuing with a playful smirk, "Now, get up here and grab these crowns so you can leave me in peace."

The crowd erupted into cheers, and Taehyung, still shy, felt Jungkook tug at his hand gently. They exchanged a quick glance, and with a nod, Taehyung allowed himself to be led toward the stage. As they walked, their hands remained intertwined, fingers laced together as they made their way through the crowd. Students parted to let them pass, clapping and cheering louder the closer they got to the stage.

When they finally stepped up onto the stage, the cheers reached a new peak, the noise nearly deafening as everyone celebrated the couple they all adored. Bambam stood waiting for them, holding two matching crowns—one for each of them. With a teasing grin, he raised the crowns high for the crowd to see, before ceremoniously placing them on Taehyung and Jungkook's heads.

As soon as the crowns were secured, the chants started again. "Kiss! Kiss! Kiss!" The crowd's demand was clear, and their voices grew louder with each second. Taehyung's face heated even more, his entire body tingling with nerves. He could feel the weight of everyone's eyes on them, and instinctively, he glanced down at the floor, his hand tightening around Jungkook's for comfort.

Beside him, Jungkook laughed softly, his heart swelling with affection at how adorable Taehyung looked, blushing under the spotlight. Unable to resist, he slipped his arm around Taehyung's waist, pulling him closer until there was no space left between them. With the crowd urging them on, Jungkook leaned in, brushing his lips against Taehyung's ear.

"Shall we give them what they want, muffin?" he whispered teasingly.

Before Taehyung could respond, Jungkook pressed his lips to Taehyung's in a sudden, passionate kiss. The crowd erupted into applause, their cheers echoing through the venue as they watched the couple share a tender, intimate moment. Taehyung, despite his earlier shyness, responded immediately, melting into the kiss as his arms instinctively wrapped around Jungkook's neck.

The kiss wasn't long, but it was enough to send the entire crowd into a frenzy. Clapping, whistling, and shouts of excitement filled the air as their friends and classmates celebrated the moment. It was as though the entire room was filled with nothing but joy and love.

After a few moments, the noise grew too overwhelming, and they finally pulled apart, both of them breathing a little heavier than before. Taehyung, still overwhelmed by the attention, buried his face in Jungkook's chest, trying to hide his flushed cheeks. His hands clutched at Jungkook's shirt, and his heartbeat raced, though not from nerves anymore. It was the warmth of Jungkook's embrace, the safety he felt whenever they were close.

Jungkook smiled, resting his chin atop Taehyung's head, his fingers gently rubbing soothing circles against Taehyung's back. "You're too cute when you're shy," he murmured quietly, just loud enough for Taehyung to hear.

Bambam, never one to miss a chance for dramatic flair, shook his head with a mock-serious expression. He took a step forward and, with a deadpan tone, said, "I swear, it feels like I'm officiating a wedding and not a graduation party. Are we sure I'm not the priest here?"

The crowd burst into laughter, some of them shouting in agreement, while others hooted and hollered, shouting things like, "When's the real wedding?"

Taehyung, still hiding in Jungkook's chest, let out a soft, embarrassed laugh, and Jungkook grinned down at him, clearly enjoying the teasing.

"Soon, maybe," Jungkook teased back, his voice playful but with a hint of sincerity. The crowd roared at his words, and Taehyung's face turned an even deeper shade of red, if that were possible.

Bambam, ever the showman, raised his arms to the crowd, "Alright, alright, calm down, everyone! Let's get back to the party, or I'm going to need to be priest for their wedding!"

The entire hall filled with laughter and applause once more as the music started back up, and the students began dancing and chatting again, the atmosphere light and filled with joy. But for Taehyung and Jungkook, the moment lingered—standing hand in hand on the stage, surrounded by friends and well-wishers, it felt like the perfect end to one chapter of their lives, and the beautiful beginning of the next.