Bigg Boss ft. Taekook

Chapter 5: Tensions Rise

The morning sun had barely peeked through the clouds when the familiar sound of music blasted through the speakers, shaking the entire house awake. The energetic beats of a popular K-pop song reverberated through the walls, signaling the start of a new day in the Bigg Boss house.

Taehyung groaned, covering her ears with a pillow, but it was no use. She could already hear the others stirring, laughing, and getting out of bed. Slowly, she sat up, rubbing her eyes. The adrenaline from yesterday's victory still lingered, giving her a sense of accomplishment, but there was also a nervous tension in the air that she couldn't shake off.

As the song continued, contestants began gathering in the living room, where they started their usual morning routine. Despite the competition, everyone joined in for a brief moment of fun. Yoongi, still half-asleep, waved his arms lazily to the rhythm while Jimin and Jungkook were already dancing enthusiastically, trying to outdo each other. Taehyung smiled, watching them as she joined in, moving to the beat despite the lingering unease.

After the song ended, the housemates headed to the kitchen for breakfast. The lighthearted energy from the dance routine faded as they sat around the table, munching on toast and fruit. The tension from the previous day hadn't completely vanished, but the morning routine helped lift everyone's spirits.

Jimin passed Taehyung a cup of coffee. "Morning, Tae! Did you sleep okay?" she asked, her voice cheerful despite the thick atmosphere.

"Morning, Jimin. I slept alright," Taehyung replied, though she couldn't ignore the low hum of whispers from the other end of the table, where Chaeyoung and her group sat. "Is it just me, or does today feel... off?"

Jimin nodded, her smile faltering slightly. "It's not just you. I think the penalty from yesterday is still bothering Chaeyoung's team. They haven't stopped glaring at us since we woke up."

Taehyung glanced over at Chaeyoung, who quickly averted her eyes, focusing on her food. The bitterness from losing the challenge clearly hadn't gone away, and it was becoming personal.

"Well, we just have to keep our heads up," Taehyung said, trying to keep the mood positive. "Tonight's the dinner reward, right? Let's focus on that."

Jungkook, sitting beside her, nodded in agreement. "Yeah, we've got a lot to look forward to. Namjoon and Seokjin are joining us too, so it'll be fun."

As they chatted, the tension in the air remained, but Taehyung couldn't help but look forward to the evening.

Later that afternoon, Bigg Boss called the housemates into the living room for an announcement. As they all gathered, the tension from earlier still hung in the air, especially between Chaeyoung's group and Taehyung's team.

"Housemates," Bigg Boss's voice boomed through the speakers, "tonight, Team Taehyung, Jungkook, Jimin, and Yoongi will enjoy their reward: a special dinner prepared by a renowned chef. You have also chosen Hoseok, Namjoon and Seokjin to join you. Please prepare for the dinner. The rest of the housemates will have access to a simpler meal tonight."

Chaeyoung's face tightened, but she didn't say anything. Her teammate, Lisa, however, wasn't as subtle. "Must be nice getting special treatment," she muttered just loud enough for Taehyung to hear.

Taehyung glanced at Jimin, who rolled her eyes but kept quiet. They had no intention of starting a confrontation, but the tension was thickening by the minute.

As the evening approached, Taehyung and her team prepared for the dinner. The outdoor dining area had been transformed with beautiful table settings and soft, twinkling lights. The chef, dressed in a crisp white uniform, was busy preparing a feast, the mouthwatering scent of grilled meat and spices wafting through the air.