𝓑𝓸𝓾𝓷𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓶𝓲𝓼𝓮 (𝓙𝓲𝓴𝓸𝓸𝓴)

chapter 19

Jungkook's POV

I walked to my office, hoping I wouldn't run into Ava. My thoughts were still tangled from the argument with Jimin last night, and facing Ava right now would only make things worse. As I made it to my office without seeing her, I released a sigh of relief. At least today was starting off on a peaceful note.

As usual, Suga-hyung was already in the office, his face set in that cold, unreadable expression. I could still feel the lingering tension between us from the last time we'd talked, but something about his presence brought me a small measure of comfort. I greeted him, though my voice was lower than usual, carrying the weight of my exhaustion.

"Good morning, hyung," I said, feeling almost hesitant.

He looked at me, his gaze softening for a moment, and I saw a flicker of concern. Despite everything, even when we weren't on the best of terms, he still cared. It was a small gesture, but it reminded me that I wasn't alone in my struggles.

The morning passed quickly, my work barely holding my attention as I replayed yesterday's events in my mind. Jimin's words echoed in my thoughts, each sentence stirring a different wave of guilt, regret, or frustration. When break time came, I couldn't keep it bottled up anymore. I wandered over to Suga-hyung's desk, needing to release some of the weight pressing on my chest.

"Hyung," I began, sitting down beside him, "Jimin and I...we had our first real fight yesterday."

Suga-hyung turned to look at me, silent but attentive. I hesitated for a moment, then let it all out. I explained Jimin's insecurities, how Ava's presence seemed to cast a shadow on our relationship, and how I hadn't fully understood the impact until Jimin confronted me. Talking about it, reliving those raw moments, made me realize just how deeply it had affected him-and, by extension, me.

Suga sighed, his shoulders dropping slightly as he leaned back, his gaze thoughtful but serious.

"Jungkook-ah," he began, voice calm but firm, "that's why I warned you about Ava. As your friend, I don't want to see you destroy your life by clinging to something that might not even be there anymore. Keeping her around, staying close... it's like holding onto a match near gasoline. You risk driving Jimin away. And Ava...even if you believe it's just friendship, she might see things differently, or worse, give others-including Jimin-the wrong impression."

I looked at him, feeling a pang of guilt, like a child who'd just been scolded but knew it was for his own good.

"Hyung...I'm sorry for the way I snapped at you before," I admitted softly. "I was just...being impulsive. I should've listened."

He nodded, his gaze softening. "I know. That's why I'm telling you this now. But Jungkook, there won't always be a second chance. You're lucky this time, but every time you let your emotions take over, you risk something important. Think before you speak or act." He placed a comforting hand on my shoulder, his eyes steady and reassuring.

A wave of relief washed over me, knowing that things were finally patched up between us. I smiled, feeling a weight lift, and pulled him into a quick, grateful hug. The week may have started rocky, but in that moment, I felt hope that things could be different, that I could make things right with Jimin.

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Fast forward to the weekend.

Jimin's POV

The week flew by, and now it's finally the weekend. I had already convinced Jungkook-hyung to take me to the amusement park, and since he'd been in such a good mood, he agreed almost immediately. I couldn't wait!

As I got ready, I video-called Tae, Jin-hyung, and Hobi-hyung, who had all become close friends. Our group just seemed to click, like we all shared the same fun energy.