Omega's Bond [Taekook]

Chapter Seven

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The day had finally come—the day Kim Taehyung had both anticipated and dreaded. Today, Jeon Jungkook would step into the world of school, a place where he would meet new people, make new friends, and begin to carve his own path. As Taehyung prepared for the morning, he couldn't shake the mixture of excitement and anxiety that coursed through him.

Taehyung stood before the mirror, applying the last touches of lip gloss to his plump lips. But his heart was focused not on his appearance but on the small boy sitting on the edge of the bed behind him. Jungkook's head was bowed, fingers fidgeting nervously, as if he could physically manifest the apprehension that filled the room.

"Can I not go?" Jungkook's voice was barely above a whisper, tinged with vulnerability.

Taehyung turned to him, a soft smile breaking through the concern etched on his face. "So who will join the class then? Me? Do you want me to go and sit with the kids?" he joked, trying to coax a smile from the boy.

Jungkook's expression shifted just slightly, a shy smile appearing as he imagined Taehyung surrounded by kids his age, a comical sight indeed. "No, that's my place," he replied, his cheeks flushing a deeper shade.

As Taehyung chuckled, he felt warmth wash over him. Jungkook had a way of making the simplest moments feel special. He grabbed his phone and car keys, knowing their pack was so vast that they relied on cars to travel to schools, parks, and shops—it was more like a city than a pack.

"Alright then, let's go," he said, offering his hand to Jungkook. There was a moment of hesitation, and then Jungkook's small hand slipped into his, a shy blush creeping over his cheeks.

"Jimin had to do something today, he can't join us," Taehyung said gently, noticing Jungkook's eyes wandering down the hallway where Jimin usually appeared, ready to share in their adventures.

"Okay," Jungkook replied, his voice soft as they made their way to the kitchen. As they entered, the sound of laughter filled the air, mingling with the clatter of pots and pans. Jin, Taehyung's father, was scolding a few maids for not cooking or cleaning to his standards, but the laughter in his tone lightened the reprimands.

"Do you know—"

"Appa!" Taehyung interrupted, stepping into the kitchen, where the maids quickly bowed in respect. He felt the warmth of familiarity surrounding him. "We're leaving, I wanted to say goodbye."

Jin turned, his face breaking into a wide smile. "Good! You can go." He pulled Taehyung into a warm hug, holding him close for a moment, before turning his attention to Jungkook, who stood shyly behind Taehyung's leg.

Jin crouched down, giving Jungkook a gentle pat on the head. "You'll be just fine, Kid. Remember to be yourself." Jungkook shifted closer to Taehyung, seeking comfort in his presence.