Unexpected Love (Bts Jimin ff)

Chapter 17: Unraveling Emotions

The days turned into weeks as Lina and Jimin continued to explore their newfound relationship. Each outing brought them closer, weaving together threads of laughter, shared dreams, and a deepening bond. However, as they enjoyed their time together, Lina couldn’t shake a nagging feeling. She was starting to realize that her feelings for Jimin were more profound than she initially anticipated, and the prospect of vulnerability loomed large in her mind.

One Saturday, they decided to have a cozy day indoors, seeking refuge from the chilly autumn air. Jimin came over to Lina's apartment, bringing a stack of art supplies and a movie marathon lined up on his phone.

“Are you ready for some serious art therapy?” Jimin asked, his eyes sparkling with excitement as he set up the supplies on her living room table.

“I’ve been looking forward to it all week!” Lina replied, grinning as she rummaged through her drawer for her sketchbook. “We can start with some sketches, and then we’ll see where our creativity takes us!”

They settled onto the floor, surrounded by paints, brushes, and colored pencils. Jimin flipped through his sketchbook, showing her a few of his recent drawings, and Lina was struck by his talent.

“Wow, these are amazing! I love the way you capture movement in this one,” she said, pointing to a sketch of dancers frozen in time.

“Thanks! I’ve been trying to focus more on that lately. I just think movement has its own story, you know?” Jimin explained, his passion evident.

As they began sketching, the atmosphere was light and playful. They exchanged teasing remarks about each other’s artistic skills and laughed at their attempts to mimic complex shapes. But as the hours passed, Lina felt the weight of her unspoken feelings creeping back in.

“Hey, Jimin,” she began hesitantly, biting her lip. “Can I ask you something?”

“Of course! What’s on your mind?” he replied, looking up from his drawing with genuine curiosity.

Lina took a deep breath, trying to gather her thoughts. “Do you ever think about… what we are? I mean, where this is going?”

Jimin paused, a thoughtful expression crossing his face. “I do think about it, actually. I really like where we are now, but I also think there’s so much more we can explore together.”

His answer sent a rush of warmth through her, but it also made her heart race with uncertainty. “I like that too, but sometimes I worry about how things could change. I don’t want to lose what we have.”

“I get that,” Jimin said, leaning closer, his voice softening. “But I believe that what we have can grow. I wouldn’t want to risk our friendship either, but I really like you, Lina. I want to see where this leads.”

His words settled over her like a warm blanket, but the anxiety still lingered. “I just hope we’re on the same page. I’m scared of getting hurt or of losing you.”

Jimin reached out, taking her hand in his. “You won’t lose me. I promise. We’ll take it slow and be honest with each other. I’m here for you.”

The sincerity in his eyes reassured her, and she felt a weight lift off her shoulders. “Okay. I just needed to hear that. I like you so much, Jimin. It’s hard to put it into words sometimes.”

He smiled, his thumb gently brushing over her hand. “I like you too, Lina. More than I expected. I’m excited to see what the future holds for us.”

Feeling emboldened by their conversation, Lina decided to change the subject. “Let’s not overthink things today. How about we challenge each other to draw something completely silly?”

“I’m in!” Jimin exclaimed, his eyes lighting up. “Let’s see who can draw the funniest animal!”

They burst into laughter as they grabbed their pencils and started sketching outrageous creatures. Lina went for a unicorn with exaggerated features, while Jimin drew a dinosaur with a party hat and sunglasses. They exchanged their creations, laughing so hard that they could barely breathe.

“This is the best dinosaur ever!” Lina declared, wiping tears of laughter from her eyes. “I think he’s ready to party!”

As the evening wore on, they decided to take a break from drawing and watch a movie. Snuggling up on the couch, they chose a classic rom-com, and Lina felt a warmth spread through her as she leaned against Jimin’s shoulder.

“Can you believe how cheesy this movie is?” Jimin whispered, a teasing smile on his face.

Lina chuckled, nodding in agreement. “I love it! It’s ridiculous, but that’s what makes it fun.”

Halfway through the film, they found themselves caught up in the moment, their shoulders touching, the atmosphere thick with an unspoken tension. As the romantic scenes played out on screen, Lina couldn’t help but glance at Jimin, who was completely absorbed in the movie.

“Hey, Jimin,” she said softly, breaking the spell of silence.

“Yeah?” he replied, turning his head to meet her gaze.

“Do you think we could ever have a moment like that?” she asked, her heart racing. “You know, the big romantic gesture?”

Jimin smiled, his eyes sparkling with mischief. “Are you suggesting we reenact a scene from the movie?”

Lina laughed, feeling the tension dissipate. “Maybe! But only if you promise to be just as dramatic.”

He grinned, leaning closer. “I promise to give it my all.”

As the movie reached a particularly emotional scene, Lina found herself holding her breath, the atmosphere charged with anticipation. She turned to Jimin, their faces inches apart. “What if we… kiss? Like, really kiss?”

Jimin’s eyes widened slightly, and he chuckled nervously. “Are you sure?”

“Definitely. I want to.”

With a shared look of understanding and excitement, they leaned in, their lips meeting softly at first. The kiss deepened, filled with tenderness and the promise of what was to come. Lina felt fireworks explode in her chest, the world around them fading into nothingness.

When they finally pulled away, both breathless and smiling, Jimin looked into her eyes with a playful glint. “Wow, that was… even better than I imagined.”

Lina laughed, her heart soaring. “I think we might need to make that a regular thing.”

Jimin’s grin widened, and they settled back into the cozy embrace of the couch, the rest of the movie forgotten. As they shared whispered laughter and sweet stolen kisses, Lina felt a sense of belonging envelop her.

In that moment, everything felt right. She realized that even though there would be challenges ahead, they could face them together. With Jimin by her side, she was ready to embrace whatever came next, feeling a sense of excitement for the future they were building together.