Unexpected Love (Bts Jimin ff)

Chapter 8: Whispers of the Heart

The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the beach as the evening air grew cooler. The remnants of the day’s excitement lingered as the group began to pack up their things, still buzzing from the fun they had shared. Lina felt a twinge of reluctance to leave; the beach had become a sanctuary of joy and connection, especially in the presence of Jimin.

As they walked back to the car, the laughter and teasing continued. “Who knew you could build such a beautiful sandcastle, Taehyung?” Jin teased, slinging an arm around his shoulder.

“Of course! I have the hands of a true artist!” Taehyung puffed out his chest proudly, eliciting more laughter from the group.

Lina walked beside Jimin, stealing glances at him as they chatted. The cool evening breeze tousled his hair, making him look effortlessly charming. “You were really good at building sandcastles,” she remarked, trying to keep her tone light despite the butterflies in her stomach.

Jimin grinned, his cheeks slightly flushed. “Thanks! But I think your architectural skills were what made ours stand out. I just did the heavy lifting!”

“Yeah, right! You were the one who kept splashing sand everywhere!” Lina laughed, recalling the playful antics from earlier.

They arrived at the car, and as they piled in, Jimin unexpectedly slid into the seat next to her. Their knees brushed against each other, sending a small shockwave of warmth through Lina. The small gesture felt intimate, and she had to fight the urge to lean closer.

The drive back to the apartment was filled with chatter about their favorite moments from the day. Taehyung and Jin were animatedly discussing their sandcastle designs, while Suga rolled his eyes, teasing them for their “childish” creativity.

As they arrived back at the apartment, the atmosphere was still light and jovial. “How about a movie night?” Namjoon suggested, already rummaging through the collection of DVDs.

“Sounds perfect!” Jimin agreed, his eyes lighting up at the idea.

Lina smiled, her heart swelling with happiness at the thought of spending more time with them. “I’ll make popcorn!” she declared, eager to contribute.

“Let’s do this!” Taehyung cheered, pumping his fist in the air.

As Lina moved to the kitchen, she felt a buzz of excitement. The sound of the guys joking and laughing in the background filled her heart with warmth. She quickly prepared the popcorn, the buttery aroma wafting through the air.

Once the popcorn was ready, she joined the others in the living room, where they had set up a cozy space with blankets and pillows. Jimin had already chosen a movie, an action-comedy that promised plenty of laughs.

As they settled in, Lina found herself nestled between Jimin and Taehyung, the warmth of their bodies creating a comfortable cocoon. The opening credits rolled, and she could feel the tension in her shoulders melting away.

The movie began, and laughter filled the room as the characters on-screen embarked on ridiculous adventures. Lina found herself caught up in the antics, her laughter mingling with that of the others.

Every now and then, she’d glance at Jimin, who was completely absorbed in the film. He laughed heartily at the funny moments, and Lina couldn’t help but smile at how infectious his joy was. It was moments like these that made her heart race—a mix of happiness and a budding affection.

Halfway through the movie, Taehyung suddenly let out a loud, exaggerated yawn. “I can’t take it anymore! I need a break!” he declared, stretching dramatically.

“Fine! We’ll take a snack break!” Jin suggested, getting up to head back to the kitchen.

“Let’s see what else we have!” Namjoon added, following Jin.