Raw Marks | KOOKV✓

Chapter 55

The wind played with Jungkook's hair, sweeping it in different directions as icy gusts danced around him. The cold was intense, blanketing the road in a thin layer of frost that made it glisten under the early morning light, yet not so much that the streets were impassable. Enough space remained for anyone to walk without the danger of sinking into deep snow

Dressed warmly in a thick hoodie and topped off with a bunny-patterned apron, Jungkook hurried outside, carrying two large trash bags in his hands. His breath formed little clouds around him with each exhale, and his nose turned pink, cheeks tinged with a bright flush from the cold. This early hour felt perfect to him, a time to step outside and dispose of the trash without encountering too many people

"Ah, Jungkook-ah!" a cheerful voice called out from within the building just as he was about to place the bags in the trash cans. The sound halted him in his tracks, and he turned around with a small frown that quickly shifted to a warm smile

"Good morning, Misang" he greeted with his tone softening at the sight of his friend

Misang strolled over with a playful grin, though his eyes held a touch of concern as he took in the small cuts on Jungkook's face "You seem happy" he teased, unable to hold back his curiosity "Did you finally see Taehyung yesterday? And... what happened to your face?"

At the mention of last night, Jungkook's ears flushed a deeper shade of red. Memories flooded back to him, vivid and stirring. After Taehyung's heartfelt confession the previous night, they'd gone directly back to Jungkook's apartment, their silence speaking louder than words as they both felt the weight of unspoken emotions. The hour had been late, and Jungkook's body bore the marks of a recent struggle, bruises coloring his skin. They had simply changed out of their clothes and collapsed onto the bed, wrapped tightly in each other's arms. Jungkook had pressed his head to Taehyung's chest, his voice muffled as he confessed "I was so scared" the older had only chuckled softly in response, pressing gentle kisses to the top of his head and murmuring soothing words that eased the fear in his heart

As the night wore on, the atmosphere grew heavy, their eyelids gradually drooping as sleep pulled them under. When exactly they'd drifted off was a mystery, lost in the hazy tenderness of the moment. But that morning, when Jungkook opened his eyes first, his heart swelled as he found himself nestled so close to Taehyung. A shiver of happiness ran through him, and he sat up slowly, his wide eyes taking in the peaceful sight of the older man beside him. His heart pounded, almost painfully, as he hesitated before raising his hand, letting his fingers ghost over Taehyung's soft hair. The sensation sent tingles all through his fingertips, and he had to hold back a smile

With a heart full of joy, Jungkook had carefully slipped out of Taehyung's embrace to get ready for the day. He'd decided he would cook a delicious meal, hoping to impress the male even more. As he moved around the apartment, he noticed Bam's absence and immediately felt a pang of concern. But, after booting up his laptop, he found a message from Misang waiting for him "I took him in, Jungkook, and threw Byun out of the house as well" the message read. Jungkook chuckled, grateful for his friend's help

When he turned back to Misang, Jungkook answered shyly, his cheeks warming as he spoke "I... I fell down the stairs yesterday, but I'm fine now. And... Hyung... he told me he loved me. I feel like... everything's finally okay"

At his words, Misang let out a high-pitched squeal, leaping forward and wrapping his friend in a tight hug, pressing him against his broad chest "I'm so happy for you, Jungkook-ah! So, so happy! Finally, you're going to get the D!" he exclaimed with a mischievous grin

Jungkook's face went scarlet as he wriggled out of Misang's embrace, swatting him playfully on the head "Yah! Shut up! Shameless. And why did you lie to me yesterday? Hyung said he wasn't going anywhere"