/My Secret Crush / Jikook~

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Jimin's parents felt that discussing such serious matters was premature. They believed there were many factors to consider before diving into a conversation about the future. After all, Jimin was still young, and he and Jungkook hadn't been together for very long. They worried that circumstances could change; what if, years later, their relationship faced unforeseen challenges? The thought of a breakup loomed in the back of their minds, creating a tension that they found hard to shake off.

But for Jungkook, the idea of breaking up was never a consideration. From the very first day of their relationship, he had always envisioned a future with Jimin. He recalled that day vividly when Jimin lay on his back, tears streaming down his face.
"Why am I still nineteen? Why couldn't I be twenty-nine?" Jimin had lamented, his voice thick with frustration. "I don't want to be so young." It was a moment that stuck with Jungkook, a reminder of the weight Jimin felt on his shoulders.

Deep down, for Jimin he understood his parents disapproved of their relationship, but he worried that if Jungkook found out, it would only add to his sadness. So, he kept his concerns to himself, not wanting to burden Jungkook further. He resolved to work hard to change his parents' minds, hoping that love could conquer the doubts and fears that surrounded them.

The day Jimin learned that his father had said something about their relationship, he felt a wave of helplessness wash over him. sensing Jungkook distress, he whispered words of comfort. "Don't be unhappy," But inside, Jimin's mind spiraled with worry. He couldn't shake the fear that Jungkook might one day give up on him because of the disapproval surrounding their love.

Jungkook still remembers that day how In a rush of emotion, Jimin decided to return to Busan earlier than planned. At the airport, the weight of his feelings became too much to bear. as he finally revealed his secret to Jungkook, pouring out everything that had been haunting him. Jimin wanted him to understand how truly amazing he was, how deserving he was of all the love Jimin had held for him over the years.

Before Jimin, Jungkook thought kindness was a virtue, but Jimin made it an art form. With every gesture, every word, Jimin showed Jungkook the depths of human compassion.
Jimin had always put him first, considering his feelings in every decision. Despite being younger, he often felt the need to protect Jungkook, acting as his armor against the world.

This is why Jungkook wished fervently that Jimin wouldn't feel torn between him and his parents. He longed to resolve the matter, to bridge the gap between love and familial expectations, no matter how long it took.

In this moment, , Jungkook vowed to fight for their love, determined to find a way to make it work, for both of them.

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The atmosphere in the narrow living room turned heavy, like a physical weight pressing down on its occupants. Jungkook's gaze dropped to the floor, his eyes felt heavy as he silently berated himself. The desperation clawing at his chest made his breath catch. What else could he do if Jimin's parents refused to budge? This apartment, this future with Jimin, seemed to be his everything.

Just as the silence threatened to suffocate him, Mr. Park cleared his throat, his voice breaking the stillness. "The apartment would be solely in Jimin's name?"

Jungkook's head jerked up, his eyes locking onto Mr. Park's. He released the breath he'd been holding, his voice barely above a whisper. "Yes."

Before anyone could respond, a voice piped up from the corner of the room, "Wait a minute, Dad, are you trying to bully him?"

Taehyung emerged from his hiding spot, his eyes wide with concern.

Mrs. Park's head swiveled toward Taehyung, surprise etched on her face. "Where did you come from? You didn't leave!" Her voice tinged with accusation.