Silent Vows

Part 17

The night unfolded beautifully as the two of them shared precious time together.

After finishing dinner, they set off on a brief walk, strolling hand in hand. Before long, they arrived at a new location, guided by him.

In front of them, a bonfire blazed to life, its flames spiraling upward like threads of amber silk, casting a soft, intimate glow over the sands.

He had meticulously prepared everything—driftwood arranged with precision, lanterns gently swaying from weathered posts, and a circle of plush cushions adorned with woven blankets.

She smiled, her heart swelling with emotion. Moving slowly, they made their way to the cozy setup and settled down.

When she glanced at him, she found his gaze already fixed on her, causing a gentle smile to bloom on her lips.

He wrapped his arm around her waist and drew her closer.

They sat together, enveloped in the warmth of the fire, as if the world beyond had faded away, leaving only the quiet dance of the flames and the soft rhythm of his voice—a night seemingly crafted just for them.

As the night deepened and silence settled over the area, the only sounds were the crackling of burning wood and their occasional murmurs.

Jungkook glanced at her, noticing how her head rested against his shoulder, his arm securely around her, her eyes closed in peaceful slumber.

He let out a soft chuckle, gently brushing a hand across her cheek. Her steady breathing and their shared closeness brought him a sense of tranquility he couldn't describe.

Careful not to wake her, he supported her head with one hand, slowly standing and lifting her into his arms.

Carrying her to the car, he laid her gently in the seat. Once inside, he started the engine and began the drive back home, stealing glances at her now and then to ensure she remained undisturbed.

Arriving home, he walked to her side and scooped her up effortlessly.

He carried her inside, up the stairs, and into their room, laying her down on the bed with the utmost care.

Kneeling down beside her, he gently removed her shoes and set them aside. He unclipped her hair, letting it fall freely for a more comfortable sleep, and carefully removed her jewelry.

When he was done, he glanced at her and smiled softly. Standing up, he leaned in and pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead before heading to the bathroom to change.

After a quick shower and slipping into something comfortable, he completed his nightly routine.

Stepping out of the bathroom, he made his way back to the bed and slipped under the duvet beside her. Holding her close, he closed his eyes and let himself drift into sleep.

[A Few Days Later]

With each passing day, both Y/N and Jungkook grew to understand each other better, strengthening their bond with time.

Y/N was in the garden, wandering with a soft smile on her face as memories of the past few days replayed in her mind. ‘Life is such a mystery, so unpredictable.

The most unexpected things happen at the most random moments. I never imagined someone like him would become part of my life… I didn’t even know him…

We met under such suffocating and tense circumstances. The way everyone spoke so poorly of him and how I used to be afraid of him... it all just seems to have faded away.

He’s so different from what I thought—he’s just…’ Her thoughts were interrupted by a hand gently wrapping around her waist, another coming up to cover her eyes, making her gasp softly.