BETWEENUS//taekook//vkook // Yoonmin

PART 35

Taehyung and Jungkook arrived in their home, and they sat 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 enveloped them, casting a cozy glow.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Taehyung's face glowed with happiness.

As the silence wrapped around them, Taehyung's eyelids grew heavy. Jungkook's gentle strokes on his belly lulled him into a peaceful reverie.

Jungkook smiled, watching Taehyung's face relax. He leaned forward, pressing a soft kiss to Taehyung's forehead.
"Sleep, my love," he whispered.

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

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

ON OTHER SIDE.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

As Jimin followed Yoongi upstairs, he couldn't shake off the feeling that J-Hope's warning had left. The possessiveness in his voice still echoed in Jimin's mind.

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

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

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

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

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

When they reached in the room, Jimin's voice trembled as he spoke, tears welling up in his eyes. "Why didn't you tell me you're married, Yoongi?"

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