Later that night, Taehyung carefully helped Jungkook settle onto his bed. Jungkook winced slightly as he adjusted himself, but he gave his friend a grateful nod.
"Thanks, hyung," Jungkook murmured, his voice tired from the long day.
Taehyung gave him a soft smile. "No problem, Kook. Just take it easy, okay? You've been through a lot."
As Jungkook lay back against the pillows, he sighed, his mind racing despite the physical exhaustion. The weight of everything—the meeting, the legal battle ahead
"stop thinking and get some rest," Taehyung said, standing up.
Jungkook smiled gratefully. "Thanks, hyung."
After Taehyung left, the room fell quiet, leaving Jungkook alone with his thoughts. He glanced at his phone on the bedside table, hesitating before picking it up. His mind kept drifting to Dahyun, and before he could second-guess himself, he opened his messaging app and sent her a message.
Jungkook: Hey... you still awake?
A few seconds passed before the familiar typing bubble appeared. His heart sped up as he waited for her response.
Dahyun: Yes, Is everything okay?
Jungkook took a deep breath, feeling the weight of everything that had happened. He typed his reply carefully.
Jungkook: Everything's fine. Just wanted to thank you.
Dahyun: Why are you thanking me?
Jungkook smiled at the question, feeling warmth in his chest. He quickly responded.
Jungkook: For everything you've done. You and Nayeon helped RM get evidence against YG and BP, and it really means a lot. I know it wasn't easy.
There was a slight pause before Dahyun's message came through.
Dahyun: You don't need to thank me for that. It was the least we could do after everything that happened. We just wanted to help you, Jungkook.
Jungkook's heart softened at her words. Even though she didn't think it was a big deal, he knew how much she had risked.
Jungkook: Well, it means a lot. I just finished meeting with the lawyer and Bang PD-nim earlier. We discussed what to do next.
Dahyun: Really? How did it go?
Jungkook: They're planning to file a case against YG and BP. It's serious, but I'm ready to face it. I told them I'm ready to deal with whatever comes next.
Dahyun took a moment to reply, and Jungkook could almost imagine her processing the weight of what he'd said.
Dahyun: I know this must be hard, but you're handling it so well.
Jungkook: I couldn't have done it without you. Seriously, thank you for standing by me.
Dahyun: I'm always going to stand by you. Don't ever doubt that.
Jungkook stared at her last message, feeling a mix of gratitude and relief. Even though he had a long road ahead, knowing she had his back made it easier to face the challenges.
Jungkook: Okay, I'll stop bugging you now. I just had to say it.
Dahyun: I'm fine with it
Jungkook: Goodnight, Dahyun.
Dahyun: Goodnight, Jungkook. Rest well.
Jungkook placed his phone down, a soft smile tugging at his lips. As he closed his eyes, the weight of the situation didn't seem so overwhelming anymore.
