The Courage to Love again

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As Minho continues to lead Taehyung and Jennie through the restaurant, he gestures toward a secluded stairway at the back.

"You two are going to love this. I saved the best spot for my VIPs." He said as both of them followed him

Taehyung raises an eyebrow, curious. Jennie shoots him a curious look as well, but they both follow Minho up the stairs. The dim lighting of the stairwell adds to the anticipation, and soon, they emerge onto a beautifully decorated terrace. The soft glow of string lights draped overhead creates a warm, inviting ambiance. The view of the city skyline is breathtaking, with the distant lights twinkling against the night sky.

"Here we are. Enjoy the night both of you " he said with a final grin as he left

The terrace is intimate, with only a few tables spread out, and it feels like their own little hideaway from the bustling restaurant below. A small round table is set up in the middle, elegantly decorated with candles and a bouquet of fresh flowers. The night air is cool, but not cold, perfect for an evening out.

Taehyung watches Jennie closely, his heart racing. He had arranged this entire evening with one thing in mind: confessing his feelings. Everything—from the private terrace to the stunning city view and the warm glow of candles—had been set up to make this moment perfect.

Jennie, oblivious to his nervousness, smiles as she leans back in her chair, her gaze sweeping across the beautifully lit terrace.

"What do you think? Worth sneaking out for?" He asked

"Absolutely." She smiles, her eyes reflecting the soft glow of the candles. "I’m glad you convinced me to come. It’s... kind of perfect up here.
This is amazing, Tae. I didn’t know your friend had such a beautiful spot. It feels like we’re miles away from everything."

"Yeah, it is." He looks at her for a moment, the city lights framing her face, and for once, he’s lost for words. He sits down across from her, feeling the warmth of the evening air mixed with the quiet intimacy of the terrace.

The soft hum of the city below seems distant, as if they’re in their own little world. Taehyung feels his heart races again—this was the moment he’d been waiting for, the perfect setting to finally tell her how he felt. But for now, he lets the silence linger, enjoying the moment before diving into what he

As the night continues, Taehyung and Jennie sit comfortably at their secluded terrace table. The luxurious dinner has been nothing short of perfect—delicious dishes, thoughtful conversation, and the serene atmosphere of the city skyline surrounding them. Taehyung tries to focus on the food, but his mind keeps drifting to the thought of what’s coming next. His heart pounds in his chest, the nerves building with every passing moment. He’s been rehearsing his confession in his head, but the longer he waits, the more anxious he feels.

Jennie, on the other hand, is calm and enjoying the evening. She smiles at Taehyung between bites, occasionally pointing out something about the view or complimenting the meal. But Taehyung’s responses are shorter than usual, and she notices him shifting in his seat a bit more than normal.

"Tae, you’re quiet tonight. Everything okay?"

"Huh?" He looks up quickly, caught off guard. "Oh, yeah... I’m fine. Just... thinking about a lot of stuff." He gives her a half-smile, but it doesn’t quite reach his eyes.

"Mmm, seems like more than just 'stuff.' You’re fidgeting like you’re waiting for something big to happen." She teases lightly, but there’s a hint of concern in her eyes.

Taehyung laughs awkwardly, trying to brush it off. *"Yeah, maybe I am. But nothing bad, don’t worry."* He tries to calm his nerves, reminding himself that everything’s set up perfectly for the confession.

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