Wanting You (A tale of love & loss)

Chapter - 7

In the weeks following Do-yun's birthday, his bond with Jimin grew even deeper. They exchanged texts, shared quiet coffee dates, and went for walks on weekends. Each interaction made Do-yun feel that he had finally found a home in Jimin—a sense of belonging he'd craved for so long but had given up on finding. Raised in an orphanage, he had always been surrounded by people, but never anyone who made him feel genuinely cherished. With Jimin, that loneliness softened, replaced by warmth, care, and gentle companionship.

Meanwhile, Taehyung noticed the change in Jimin's mood, particularly how Jimin's face lit up whenever Do-yun's name came up in conversation. One day, as they sat together chatting, Taehyung couldn't hold back his curiosity. "Jimin," he started with a teasing grin, "do you have a crush on Do-yun?"

Jimin's cheeks immediately turned pink. "No!" he replied quickly, his voice almost defensive. But seeing Taehyung's skeptical expression, he sighed, lowering his gaze. "Fine... maybe I like him a little," he admitted softly, his voice barely above a whisper. "But I don't think he feels the same way about me." Jimin looked away, hiding the hopeful glimmer in his eyes. He had never truly admitted this aloud before, not even to himself.

Taehyung, though, smirked knowingly. "Trust me, Jimin-ah, you might be surprised," he said, giving him a reassuring pat on the back.

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Days turned into weeks, and Do-yun's feelings for Jimin only intensified. Every smile Jimin offered him, every thoughtful gesture, chipped away at Do-yun's carefully guarded heart. He realized that Jimin had become a light in his life, guiding him out of the shadows he'd lived in for so long. One evening, after they'd spent a few quiet hours watching a movie at his place, Do-yun knew he couldn't keep his feelings hidden any longer. The weight of his emotions had become too overwhelming, and he wanted to tell Jimin everything.

He invited Jimin to a nearby park the following evening, where cherry blossoms were in full bloom. They walked in comfortable silence until they found a quiet spot beneath a sprawling tree. The gentle spring breeze rustled the petals, and the sun cast a warm glow across the scene. Taking a deep breath, Do-yun turned to face Jimin, his heart pounding.

"Jimin," he began, his voice soft but steady, "there's something I need to tell you." He took Jimin's hands in his, marveling at how perfectly they fit together. "When I first met you, I didn't expect to feel anything special. But over time, you've become... everything to me. You're the home I've been searching for my whole life, the warmth I thought I'd never find."

Jimin's eyes widened, his breath catching as he listened.

"I spent so many years feeling like something was missing, like I was wandering without direction," Do-yun continued, his voice thick with emotion. "But with you, Jimin, I feel complete. I've never felt this way before, and I don't want to let go of it. I don't want to let go of you."

Jimin's eyes softened, glistening with unshed tears. The sincerity in Do-yun's gaze, the vulnerable honesty in his words, touched him deeply. This was more than he had ever dreamed of.

Taking a deep breath, Jimin stepped closer, reaching up to cup Do-yun's face. "I feel the same way, Do-yun," he whispered, his voice trembling with emotion. "I was scared to admit it, afraid that maybe you didn't feel the same. I like you"

A gentle, relieved smile broke across Do-yun's face as he pulled Jimin into his arms, holding him close, feeling the warmth and comfort he had yearned for his entire life. This was his moment, his happiness, and he knew, with Jimin by his side, he had finally found his forever home.