The day had stretched on, each minute ticking by with a tantalizing slowness, until finally, the clock struck six. The moment Jungkook had both anticipated and dreaded had arrived—their date. He stood in front of his mirror, straightening his shirt for what felt like the hundredth time, his heart racing at the thought of seeing Taehyung outside the hospital’s walls, away from the formality and routine that had bound them together.
Taehyung, meanwhile, had barely contained his excitement. Every second leading up to this moment had been a test of patience. He had thought of a hundred things he wanted to say, a thousand ways to impress Jungkook. Tonight wasn’t just a simple outing; it was his one chance to show Jungkook a side of him that no one else had seen—a side he hoped would make the young doctor see him as more than a patient, more than an actor.
As Taehyung’s car pulled up outside the large building, he took a deep breath, his hands clenching around the flowers he’d picked with such care. This wasn’t just a date; it was a night they’d remember.
As Jungkook exited the hospital, he paused on the steps, squinting slightly against the evening light. Just a few feet away, a figure leaned casually against a sleek black car, face partially hidden behind a mask and a low cap. But those familiar eyes—warm and playful—caught his gaze immediately.
Jungkook blinked, heart pounding slightly as the figure straightened and, without a word, winked at him. There was no mistaking it: that glint in his eyes, the slight tilt of his head. It was Taehyung.
Jungkook felt a smile tug at the corner of his mouth, his initial nerves easing a bit. The wink was casual yet filled with a hint of mischief, confirming what Jungkook already suspected—his date was here, waiting for him. Taking a deep breath, Jungkook stepped down to meet him, anticipation buzzing between them like a secret only they shared.
When Jungkook reached him, Taehyung pulled a bunch of yellow tulip from behind his back, extending it toward him with a soft smile. Jungkook blinked, glancing between Taehyung and the flower in his hand.
"Flowers for a friendly outing?" Jungkook asked, unable to hide his curiosity—and maybe a touch of amusement.
Taehyung just shrugged, that playful glint returning to his eyes. "It's a yellow tulip," he replied casually, "and it represents friendship. If you don’t believe me, look it up."
Jungkook chuckled, taking the flower as a subtle warmth spread through him. "Alright, alright. I’ll take your word for it." But as they walked side by side, Jungkook couldn’t shake the thought that maybe, just maybe, there was a deeper meaning hiding in the simplicity of yellow tulip.
Taehyung moved swiftly ahead of Jungkook, opening the car door with a graceful, almost gentlemanly gesture. His eyes sparkled with an unspoken promise as he gestured for Jungkook to enter, a hint of a smile playing on his lips.
“After you, Dr. Pretty Dora,” Taehyung teased, his tone light but filled with a warmth that made Jungkook’s cheeks flush just slightly.
Jungkook looked at him, momentarily taken aback by the gesture. “Opening doors, too?” he teased, trying to mask the flutter in his chest.
Taehyung shrugged, his lips quirking into a playful smile. “Just part of the friendly outing package,” he replied smoothly. “And besides, I wouldn’t want to leave any detail overlooked.”
As Jungkook settled into the seat, he couldn’t help but notice the attention Taehyung had put into every small action. The gentle, thoughtful gestures were making it harder to remind himself that this was supposed to be a casual, friendly night.
During the ride, Jungkook glanced over at Taehyung, curiosity in his eyes. “So… where exactly are we going?” he asked, half-expecting Taehyung to say the name of some exclusive, high-end restaurant.
