ABC's of Love

Episode 13

Episode 13

Minho’s face was buried in his hands, his shoulders shaking as he tried to suppress his sobs.

Tae: "Minho…? What's wrong? Why are you crying?"

Minho looked up, his eyes red and glassy. His voice cracked as he spoke.
Mjmho: "I'm sorry. I don’t even know where to start. I love you so much, Taehyung. But… I messed up. I… I cheated on you. It was with Hana. She… she wanted this, and I gave in. I feel like I've betrayed everything we have. Please forgive me, Taehyung. I don’t think I can live with myself if you hate me."

Taehyung took a deep breath, his mind racing. He forced himself to stay calm, gently stroking Minho's back to soothe him.
Tae: "Ssshhh… it’s okay. Just breathe. You said Hana?"

Minho: "Yes, Hana. I broke up with her. It meant nothing to me, I swear. I love you. I want to be with you, to marry you, to build a future together. I need you, Taehyung."

Tae: "Minho… calm down. You know that I’m married now."

Minho: "The thought of you belonging to someone else… it’s tearing me apart. I can’t stand it. Please, come back to me. I’ll do anything."

Tae: "We’ll figure this out, okay? Together. But right now, you need to relax."

The hours passed slowly as they talked, sharing memories, confessions, and silent understanding. Taehyung told Minho about his life with Jungkook and how his marriage had settled into a steady rhythm. But something about their conversation reminded him of why he’d once cared for Minho so deeply.

In the days that followed, Taehyung spent most of his time at university with Minho. They fell into old routines, study sessions, lunch breaks, and even late-night talks as they walked across the quiet campus. It felt familiar and comforting, like slipping into a favourite sweater.

One day, as they sat on the grass under a sprawling oak tree, Taehyung looked at Minho, a quiet sadness in his eyes.

Tae: "I don’t want to go back home, Minho, Not yet."

Minho: "Just a few more days, and we’ll have this figured out. No matter what happens, I’ll be here."

Taehyung nodded, comforted by the promise. But later that evening, his phone buzzed with a familiar name. Jungkook.

He answered, listening to Jungkook’s warm voice on the other end.

Jungkook: "Taehyung, your exams are over. Come outside, I’m waiting for you."

The sincerity in Jungkook’s voice stirred something inside him, and Taehyung felt a pang of guilt. He glanced at Minho, who was watching him with an unreadable expression.

Tae: "I’m coming,"

Minho: "Go. And remember… I love you."

As he walked away, he realized that the attraction he once felt for Minho had faded. Something in him had shifted, And for the first time, he understood that his heart had already chosen a path forward, even if he hadn’t fully accepted it yet.

Jungkook welcomed Tae with a warm smile. Jjngkook: "How’s your day?" *noticing Tae’s quiet demeanor*

Tae: "It’s fine," *avoiding eye contact*

Jungkook: "Are you angry?" *sensing something was off*

Tae: *shook his head* "No…"

Jungkook: "Let’s go out for lunch, shall we?"

Tae: *nodded* "Hmm,"

Jungkook: "Your exams are finally over."

Tae: "Yeah," *looking a bit more relaxed*

They finished their lunch and headed back home together, the tension between them slowly fading away.

At Night

After finishing his novel, Taehyung came to bed, expecting a quiet night. Jungkook was already there, watching him with a mix of hesitation and longing. Finally, Jungkook reached out, gently pulling Taehyung towards him.

Taehyung flinched, startled by the sudden touch.
Tae: *sharp tone* "Jungkook, what are you doing?"

Jungkook: *quickly let go* "I... I just wanted to touch you,"

Tae: *face hardened* "I told you not to touch me. Don’t you understand?"

Jungkook: *hurt* "But you’re my husband..."

Tae: "So that gives you the right to force me?"

Jungkook: *gaze softened* "No, Taehyung...never. Just let me hold you, please."

Taehyung sighed, grabbing his duvet and pillow.
Tae: "You’re not in your right mind. I’m going outside."

Frustration bubbled in Jungkook’s voice as he watched him move away.
Jungkook: "What’s your problem, Taehyung? Aren’t you happy with this marriage? I’ve been looking forward to this since our engagement."

Taehyung stopped but didn’t turn back.
Tae: "I don’t want to talk," he said, his voice cold.

Jungkook: "But I need an answer,"

Tae: "Then listen carefully. This is a forced marriage. I’m not interested in you."

Jungkook: *face fell* "What do you mean by 'interested'? We’re life partners... husbands."

He paused, swallowing hard.

Jungkook: "Or... do you love someone else?"

Taehyung remained silent, his gaze fixed on the floor.

Jungkook: "Look me in the eyes. Do you love someone else... do you?"

Still, Taehyung said nothing.

Jungkook exhaled shakily, understanding dawning on his face.
Jungkook: "I... I get it. That’s my answer."

Without another word, he grabbed his phone and walked out of the house, the sound of the door slamming echoing in the silence.

Taehyung sat on the edge of the bed, hands trembling.
Tae: "fvck... fvck...with my heart,"

He muttered, tears spilling over as he buried his face in his hands.

The night stretched on, but Jungkook didn’t return. And Taehyung didn’t call him.

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TBC