BETWEENUS//taekook//vkook // Yoonmin

PART 35

Taehyung and Jungkook arrive in their home, and they sit on the couch, Taehyung's head on Jungkook's lap, Jungkook's hands gently cradling Taehyung's belly.

The warmth of the evening sun streaming through the windows envelops them, casting a cozy glow.

"Home at last," Jungkook whispers, his breath rustling Taehyung's hair.

Taehyung smiles, his eyes sparkling. "Feels good to be back."

Jungkook's fingers trace soothing patterns on Taehyung's belly, his touch comforting. He leans in, voice softening.

"Hey, little one," Jungkook whispers to their unborn child. "We're home, safe and sound. Dad is tired, but we're happy to be together."

Taehyung's heart swells, watching Jungkook's tender interaction with their child.

"Hi, baby," Taehyung adds, hand covering Jungkook's. "We love you so much already."

Jungkook's eyes meet Taehyung's, filled with affection.

"You're doing great, Tae," Jungkook says. "Our little one's lucky to have you as their dad."

Taehyung's face glows with happiness.

As the silence wraps around them, Taehyung's eyelids grow heavy. Jungkook's gentle strokes on his belly lull him into a peaceful reverie.

Jungkook smiles, watching Taehyung's face relax. He leans forward, pressing a soft kiss to Taehyung's forehead.
"Sleep, my love," he whispers.

Taehyung's hand instinctively seeks Jungkook's, their fingers intertwining. Jungkook's eyes never leave Taehyung's face, drinking in the serenity.

The room fills with the soft hum of the TV, a gentle accompaniment to their tranquility.

ON OTHER SIDE.

Jimin's mind is stuck on J-Hope's words. Did he need to be that protective? He wonders.
His eyes meet J-Hope's, searching for clarity. The warmth from the greeting vanishes, replaced by an unsettling intensity.

J-Hope's gaze holds firm, his voice low and even. "I mean it, Jimin. Yoongi's mine."

Jimin's thoughts swirl. Is this a warning or a manifestation of deep-seated insecurity?

"I'm not here to disrupt your life, J-Hope," Jimin says softly, seeking to ease the tension.

J-Hope's expression remains resolute, but a flicker of uncertainty dances in his eyes.

Yoongi breaks the silence. His voice cuts through the tension, his smile warm and inviting. "Jimin, come let me show you your room."

Jimin's gaze lingers on J-Hope for a moment before he nods, relief washing over him. "Thanks, Yoongi."

As Jimin follows Yoongi upstairs, he can't shake off the feeling that J-Hope's warning leaves. The possessiveness in his voice still echoes in Jimin's mind.

"Hey, Yoongi?" Jimin asks, his voice low.

"Yeah?" Yoongi replies, opening a door to a cozy room.

"What's going on with J-Hope?" Jimin inquires, curiosity getting the better of him.

Yoongi's expression turns thoughtful. "He's just... cautious. We've been through a lot together."

Jimin's eyes lock onto Yoongi's. "I understand."

When they reach the room, Jimin's voice trembles as he speaks, tears welling up in his eyes. "Why don't you tell me you're married, Yoongi?"

Yoongi's expression softens, empathy etched on his face. "Because you don't ask me, Jimin."