strict brother of teayung

ch 15

Noha had just returned home when she noticed the unusual tension in the air. Something felt off. She greeted the guards on her way inside, but their expressions gave her a sense that something had happened. Concern gnawed at her as she made her way through the mansion, searching for Jungkook.

She found him sitting on the couch in the living room, lost in thought, his face lined with worry. Without wasting a second, Noha approached him.

"Jungkook, what happened?" she asked, her voice firm but laced with concern. Jungkook looked up at her, clearly exhausted.

He sighed, rubbing his forehead. "It's Taehyung. He had a panic attack after university. He was overwhelmed by some bullies and called me in a panic. I left my meeting and rushed here, but..."

Noha’s eyes widened in shock, her heart sinking. "What? Why didn’t you call me, Jungkook? I should have been here for him too!" Her voice grew sharp, and anger flashed in her eyes. "You can't handle everything alone, especially when it comes to Taehyung!"

Jungkook stood up, guilt evident in his expression. "I know, Noha, but everything happened so fast. He was in a bad state, and I didn’t think. I just needed to get to him as quickly as possible."

Noha shook her head, clearly frustrated. "I understand you were worried, but we’re a team. You can’t carry this on your own. Taehyung needs both of us."

Jungkook's shoulders slumped. "You’re right. I should’ve called you. I didn’t mean to shut you out."

Noha’s expression softened as she saw the regret on his face, but the worry for Taehyung still burned within her. "Where is he now?"

"He's upstairs, sleeping. I carried him to his room after he fell asleep on my chest," Jungkook explained, his voice heavy with emotion.

Noha took a deep breath, calming herself down. "Okay. I’ll check on him." She glanced at Jungkook. "Next time, Jungkook, don't leave me out. Taehyung is my family too, and I want to be there for him just as much as you."

Jungkook nodded, guilt still evident on his face. "I promise, Noha. I won’t do this alone again."

With that, Noha headed upstairs to Taehyung's room, her heart heavy with worry but determined to be there for him. When she entered, she found Taehyung sleeping peacefully, his face finally calm after all the stress he had gone through.

She sat by his side, gently stroking his hair. "We'll get through this, Tae. We’re all here for you."
Noha sat beside Taehyung for a moment, her heart aching as she watched him sleep peacefully. The sight of his calm face, after everything he'd gone through, brought her a small sense of relief. Gently, she leaned down and pressed a soft kiss on his forehead, her lips lingering for a second as she whispered, “You’re not alone, Tae. We’re always here for you.”

With a final glance at him, making sure he was comfortable, Noha stood up quietly. She walked to the door and gently closed it behind her, leaving it slightly ajar, just in case he needed anything during the night.

As she made her way back downstairs, her thoughts were still with Taehyung, but she knew that together, they would help him through this. Family was everything, and they wouldn’t let him face his struggles alone.

       As Noha made her way back downstairs, she found Jugguk, , standing at the bottom of the staircase with a curious look on his face. He held his favorite toy in his hand, clearly ready to play.

"Mom, where’s Uncle Taehyung?" Jugguk asked, looking up at her with wide, innocent eyes. "I want to play with him."

Noha knelt down to Jugguk’s level, gently brushing a hand through his hair. "Uncle Taehyung isn’t feeling very well today, sweetheart. He’s resting right now, so he won’t be able to play with you."

Jugguk's face fell slightly, his excitement dimming. "Is he sick?" he asked, his voice full of concern.

Noha smiled softly, trying to explain in a way he could understand. "Not sick exactly, but he’s really tired. He had a tough day, so we need to let him rest, okay?"

Jugguk nodded, his little brows furrowed in thought. "Can I give him my toy? Maybe it’ll make him feel better."

Noha’s heart melted at her son’s sweetness. She smiled and gave him a hug. "That’s a very kind idea, Jugguk. But how about we let him sleep for now, and when he wakes up, you can show him your toy? I’m sure it’ll make him feel much better."

Jugguk brightened up at the thought. "Okay, Mommy! I’ll wait for him to wake up, and then we can play together."

Noha smiled, giving him another hug. "That sounds perfect. Uncle Taehyung will love that."

Jugguk, satisfied with the plan, ran off to prepare his toys for when Taehyung would be ready to join him. Noha watched him go, feeling a sense of warmth and love for her caring little boy.

The next morning, Taehyung woke up feeling a bit more refreshed after a good night's sleep. As he stretched and glanced around the room, memories of the previous day flooded back, but he pushed them aside, determined to focus on the day ahead.

When he made his way downstairs, he found Jungkook already in the kitchen, making breakfast. The aroma of pancakes filled the air, and Taehyung couldn’t help but smile at the sight of his brother busy at work.

“Good morning, Hyung!” Taehyung greeted cheerfully as he entered the kitchen.

“Good morning, baby! How are you feeling today?” Jungkook asked, turning to face him with a warm smile.

“A lot better, thanks,” Taehyung replied, taking a seat at the breakfast table. “I was wondering... can you take me to Jimin’s company today? I want to visit him.”

Jungkook paused, his expression thoughtful. “Of course! I’ll take you there right after breakfast. It’ll be good for you to get out and see him.”

Taehyung shifted in his seat, a hint of hesitation in his voice. “Actually, I think I’d prefer to go with the driver. I can handle it on my own.”

Jungkook raised an eyebrow, surprised by Taehyung’s response. “Are you sure, Tae? It might be nice to spend some time together on the way.”

“I know, but I really want to try going by myself this time,” Taehyung insisted, a determined look in his eyes. “I think it will help me feel more independent.”

Jungkook studied his brother for a moment, understanding the desire for independence but also feeling protective. “Alright, if that’s what you really want. Just make sure you keep your phone on you and let me know when you arrive.”

Taehyung smiled, grateful for Jungkook’s support. “I will, Hyung. Thank you for understanding.”

After breakfast, Taehyung got ready, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. He appreciated Jungkook's willingness to support him, but this was an important step for him. With a determined heart, he headed out to meet the driver, ready to take on the day.