𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍༊‧₊°𝐓𝐊

𝟐𝟑 | 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐘𝐌𝐎𝐎𝐍

When Taehyung woke up, the familiar sight of Jungkook's arms wrapped tightly around him greeted him once again. He sighed softly, trying to wriggle free from the vice-like hold, but Jungkook’s grip was as secure as ever. Taehyung turned his head slightly, glancing at Jungkook’s peaceful sleeping face. Despite the calm expression Jungkook wore now, the events of the previous night replayed in Taehyung’s mind, making his heart race slightly. His cheeks flushed, remembering how close they had been---too close for comfort.

He carefully maneuvered his body, trying to slide out of the bed without waking Jungkook, but it was no easy feat. Jungkook's arm tightened reflexively, making Taehyung stifle a frustrated groan. After what felt like several minutes of delicate maneuvering and gentle prying, Taehyung finally managed to slip out of Jungkook's grasp, leaving the younger man still sleeping peacefully, his hair tousled and face buried in the pillow.

Taehyung stood by the wardrobe, scanning the neatly arranged clothes. His eyes landed on one of Jungkook's oversized hoodies and a pair of adjustable pants that seemed comfortable enough. With a slight blush creeping up his neck, he grabbed them, grateful that Jungkook's clothes fit him well enough. As he headed towards the bathroom, the memories of Jungkook's touch from the previous night flashed through his mind again. The way Jungkook had held him, his lips brushing against his neck---Taehyung shook his head, trying to push the thoughts aside as the heat rose to his cheeks.

He stepped into the shower, letting the warm water cascade over him, hoping it would wash away the lingering tension in his body. But no matter how much he tried, the intimate moment from last night clung to his thoughts. Taehyung quickly finished his shower, pulling on the hoodie and pants. Jungkook’s scent lingered faintly on the fabric, a mixture of his cologne and something uniquely his own. It made Taehyung’s heart skip a beat, but he quickly pushed the feeling away.

As he descended the stairs, the smell of breakfast filled the air. Taehyung spotted Mrs. Min bustling around in the kitchen, humming softly to herself as she prepared what looked like an elaborate breakfast spread. He stood at the entrance for a moment, watching her with a small smile. There was something comforting about the warmth that radiated from the kitchen and the homey atmosphere that surrounded them.

Stepping forward, he approached her quietly, not wanting to disturb her. Mrs. Min, sensing his presence, turned around with a wide smile, her eyes lighting up as she saw Taehyung. "Good morning, sweetheart," she greeted warmly, wiping her hands on a towel before walking over to him.

"Good morning, Mrs. Min," Taehyung replied, his voice soft but filled with warmth. He was still getting used to her affection, but it was undeniable how much she had made him feel welcomed in the short time they had spent together.

"Did you sleep well?" she asked, a knowing smile tugging at her lips. She gestured for Taehyung to sit at the kitchen island while she returned to her cooking. "I hope Jungkook wasn't too much of a trouble."

Taehyung blushed slightly, sitting down as she suggested. He wasn’t sure how to answer that, considering last night's events, so he settled for a polite nod. "He was... fine."

Mrs. Min chuckled softly, her laughter light and warm. "That boy. He always was such a handful, even as a child. I’m glad to see he’s found someone patient enough to deal with him."

Taehyung smiled awkwardly, unsure how to respond. He didn’t feel like he was “dealing” with Jungkook. It felt more like enduring the situation he was trapped in. But there was no denying that Mrs. Min's presence made everything feel lighter. The tension from last night seemed to melt away in her warm, motherly presence, and for a brief moment, Taehyung allowed himself to relax.

"Breakfast will be ready soon. Jungkook’s still asleep, I take it?" she asked, turning back to the stove as she flipped a pancake.

Taehyung nodded, the image of Jungkook's peaceful sleeping face flashing in his mind again. "Yeah, he's still sleeping."