DECEPTIVE SHADOW (Tk) ✔

Chapter 20: Unraveling Hearts

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I hope you all will be fine well i was thinking when i started writing "deceptive shadow" i thought this is going to be the most viral in my stories but never thought "babybun" which i uploaded after this story will get more veiws and vote. Is my story not making any sense or there is any problem please tell me so i can correct it

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The soft glow of candlelight flickered across the room, casting gentle shadows that danced on the walls. Jungkook sat close to Taehyung on the plush couch, their knees brushing, and the space between them seemed to hum with unspoken tension. The air was thick with anticipation-charged with emotions neither could fully articulate, but both felt with an intensity that made it hard to breathe.

Taehyung's hand slowly found Jungkook's, his thumb tracing lazy circles across his skin. The touch was simple but intimate, grounding Jungkook in the moment, pulling him away from the storm of thoughts swirling in his mind. It had only been days since Jungkook had agreed to be Taehyung's boyfriend, and while their connection was undeniable, the speed at which things were progressing left Jungkook feeling a little unsteady.

"You seem far away," Taehyung's deep voice murmured, so close that Jungkook felt the warmth of his breath against his ear. It sent an involuntary shiver down his spine, pulling him from his thoughts.

Jungkook blinked and turned to face Taehyung, their faces now inches apart. His heart raced at the proximity. "I'm just... thinking," he replied, his voice softer than he intended. He could feel the intensity of Taehyung's gaze, the weight of their closeness making the air feel heavier between them.

"About us?" Taehyung's lips curved into a gentle smile, his eyes never leaving Jungkook's.

Jungkook exhaled slowly, nodding. "Yeah... about how fast everything's been. It feels surreal sometimes," he admitted, voice barely a whisper. There was something about Taehyung-his calm confidence, his relentless affection-that both excited and unsettled Jungkook.

Taehyung's hand slipped from Jungkook's, reaching up to cup his cheek with a tenderness that made Jungkook's chest tighten. "I know it's fast," Taehyung said quietly, his thumb brushing along the curve of Jungkook's jaw. "But I can't help it. From the moment I saw you... I just knew."

Jungkook's breath caught at the sincerity in Taehyung's voice. The weight of those words made his heart ache, pulling him deeper into a moment that felt like it could swallow him whole. He leaned into Taehyung's touch, the warmth of his palm calming the storm inside him.

"I've never felt this way about anyone," Taehyung continued, his forehead resting against Jungkook's, their lips just a breath apart. Jungkook could feel the slow rise and fall of Taehyung's chest, the steadiness of his breathing in contrast to the wild pounding of his own heart.

Jungkook closed his eyes, letting the scent of Taehyung fill his senses-cinnamon and something warm, something comforting. "Taehyung..." he whispered, voice shaky. "It scares me."

Taehyung pulled back slightly, just enough to meet Jungkook's gaze. His eyes were soft but held something deeper, something protective. "You don't have to be scared," he said, his voice steady and reassuring. "I would never hurt you. You have nothing to fear with me."

The sincerity in Taehyung's words tugged at something deep inside Jungkook, and he found himself smiling softly despite the whirlwind of emotions spinning inside him. "I trust you," he whispered, the words feeling both true and terrifying.

Before he could say anything else, Taehyung's lips pressed gently against his, tentative and soft. The kiss wasn't rushed or demanding; it was slow, filled with a tenderness that made Jungkook's heart skip a beat. He kissed back, savoring the quiet sweetness of the moment, feeling like they were the only two people in the world.

Taehyung's hand slipped from Jungkook's cheek to the back of his neck, his fingers lightly brushing the sensitive skin there. Jungkook's breath hitched as Taehyung's lips left his, trailing soft kisses down his neck, each one sending a ripple of warmth through his body. His eyes fluttered shut, his body responding to the gentle touches, the quiet intimacy of it all overwhelming in the best way.

"Taehyung..." Jungkook whispered, his voice barely audible as Taehyung kissed the spot just below his ear. It was a simple touch, but it felt like electricity, his entire body humming with the connection they shared.

Taehyung pulled back slightly, his dark eyes filled with affection, but there was a flicker of something more-something almost possessive. "You have no idea how much I care about you," he said softly, his thumb brushing lightly over Jungkook's lower lip.

Jungkook's heart raced as he looked into Taehyung's eyes, swallowing hard. "I... I care about you too," he replied, his voice barely a whisper. The intensity of Taehyung's gaze was almost too much, but at the same time, it made him feel safe-like nothing could touch them as long as they were together.

For a long moment, they stayed like that, wrapped in each other's warmth, the only sound in the room their soft breathing and the quiet crackle of the candles. The world outside seemed to fall away, leaving just the two of them in this quiet, intimate bubble.

After what felt like hours, Taehyung's voice broke the silence. "You know... my birthday's coming up," he said, a teasing note in his voice.

Jungkook blinked, momentarily pulled from the haze of their shared moment. "Your birthday?" he asked, surprised.

Taehyung nodded, his smile widening. "Next week."

Jungkook's eyes widened in realization. "Oh... I didn't forget," he said quickly, though his cheeks flushed with embarrassment. "I've just been... distracted."

Taehyung chuckled softly, running his hand through Jungkook's hair. "I'm only teasing," he reassured, his voice light and playful. "You've had a lot on your mind."

Jungkook smiled, the warmth in his chest spreading. "Well, now that I know, I'll have to plan something special," he teased back, though the softness in his voice remained.

Taehyung's eyes darkened slightly, though his smile never faltered. "Honestly, all I want for my birthday is you, Jungkook."

Jungkook's breath caught in his throat, his heart pounding. There was a weight to Taehyung's words, something both tender and intense that made his pulse quicken. He smiled softly, his fingers brushing Taehyung's hand. "Then you'll get your wish."

The look in Taehyung's eyes was enough to make Jungkook's stomach flip-a mix of affection, possessiveness, and something deeper that made Jungkook feel like he was the only person in the world.

For the rest of the night, they stayed close, wrapped in each other's arms, their connection deepening with every passing moment. And as the candles burned low and the world outside continued on without them, Jungkook felt something within him begin to shift. Whatever fears he had, whatever hesitations lingered, were slowly unraveling in the warmth of Taehyung's embrace.

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