Fated by 'I Do'

Chapter 46: Junior Kim's -1

Jungkook sat in the middle of the grand office lobby, tears streaming down his flushed cheeks as he clutched his stomach, wailing dramatically. Several employees peeked from behind their desks, murmuring in confusion but too nervous to intervene.

"Hyung! You promised me I could have it! You lied to me!" Jungkook sobbed, his voice echoing through the building. His pouty lips quivered as he pointed an accusatory finger at Taehyung, who was kneeling in front of him, looking utterly defeated.

"Bunny, listen to me," Taehyung pleaded, rubbing his temple. "You've already had five cups of ice cream today. Five! If you eat one more, you're going to get sick, and we both know what happens when you catch a cold."

"But I want it now!" Jungkook cried louder, drawing even more attention from the curious onlookers. "The baby wants it, Hyung!"

Taehyung let out a deep sigh, glancing around awkwardly. His little drama queen was truly testing his patience today. "Bunny, remember last time? You couldn't sleep because of the cold, and you made me rub your feet at three in the morning. Do you really want to go through that again?"

Jungkook sniffled, his glossy eyes narrowing. "You're just saying that to stop me from being happy! You don't care about me or the baby!" He crossed his arms, jutting his lower lip out in an exaggerated pout.

Taehyung groaned internally. The pregnancy hormones were merciless. He leaned closer, resting his hands on Jungkook's knees. "Bunny, I love you more than anything. And I care about our baby. That's why I'm saying no. I promise I'll get you something else-anything you want, just not ice cream."

Jungkook paused, his tear-streaked face softening slightly. "Anything?"

Taehyung nodded earnestly. "Anything, my love. Just name it."

"Fine," Jungkook sniffled, wiping his nose dramatically. "I want... pancakes. But they have to be heart-shaped! And with whipped cream and strawberries on top!"

Taehyung chuckled despite himself, relieved at the compromise. "Deal. Now, let's get you off the floor before you scare the interns."

As Taehyung helped Jungkook to his feet, the younger clung to him tightly, muttering, "You're so mean sometimes, Hyung."

"I know, Bunny," Taehyung said with a fond smile, wrapping an arm around his husband's waist. "But it's all because I love you."

The two left the lobby hand in hand, leaving behind a flustered audience and a memorable spectacle no one in the office would forget anytime soon.

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Jungkook sat at the dining table, happily munching on his heart-shaped pancakes, their edges perfectly golden. His cheeks were puffed with a mouthful of whipped cream and strawberries, a sight that made Taehyung chuckle softly from where he stood, leaning against the counter.

With one hand holding a fork, Jungkook used his other hand to gently rub his small belly, which was adorably outlined beneath the oversized hoodie he wore. The soft swell of his stomach peeked just slightly as he shifted in his seat, drawing Taehyung's gaze with a fond smile.

"This is perfect, Hyung," Jungkook mumbled between bites, his eyes sparkling with satisfaction. "The pancakes are so fluffy!"

"I'm glad you like them, Bunny," Taehyung replied, shaking his head at the endearing sight. "You know, you look extra cute when you're happy like this."

Jungkook paused mid-bite, narrowing his eyes playfully. "Hyung, are you trying to butter me up so I won't ask for something crazy again later?"

Taehyung raised his hands in mock surrender. "Would I do that to my precious husband? Never."