Love Begins at Jeju

12-Intentional

The morning sun brought with it the day's challenge: a reward task that promised not only immunity but an additional immunity to share with another player. The stakes were high, and tensions were palpable among the remaining contenders.

It was a grueling combination of balance, endurance, and teamwork. Contestants had to carry heavy water buckets across a narrow beam while balancing a delicate tower of stones on a platform strapped to their backs.

Jimin and Seokjin immediately stood out as a strong team. Jimin's agility and Seokjin's steady focus created a near-perfect balance, allowing them to surge ahead of the other pairs.

On the other hand, Jungkook struggled. The weight of the buckets threw him off balance, and his tower toppled multiple times. Despite his best efforts, he couldn't keep up.

Hoseok, his partner, patted him on the shoulder after their elimination. "You gave it your all, Jungkook. Don't beat yourself up."

The final moments of the challenge came down to Seokjin and Jimin against RM and Taehyung. With precise coordination and calm determination, Seokjin and Jimin managed to finish first, their tower intact as they crossed the finish line.

The host announced their victory, holding up the coveted immunity idol. "Congratulations, Seokjin and Jimin! You've won immunity for yourselves, and you also have the power to grant an additional immunity to one other player. You'll decide during tonight's council."

As the group gathered around the fire that evening, the atmosphere was heavy with anticipation. Everyone knew how crucial the shared immunity could be, and speculation about Seokjin and Jimin's choices ran rampant.

The host addressed them. "Seokjin, Jimin, you've earned your immunity. Now, you have the option to share one additional immunity with another player. Jimin, you'll decide first."

Jimin glanced at the group, his expression thoughtful. "I think... I'll keep my immunity for myself. This is an individual game at the end of the day, and I have to think about my survival."

A few murmurs of disappointment rippled through the group, but no one seemed overly surprised.

The host nodded. "Understood. Seokjin, it's your turn. Do you want to keep the additional immunity, or share it with someone?"

Seokjin's eyes swept over the group, lingering for a moment on Jungkook, who sat silently, his head lowered. The memory of Jungkook's struggles during the challenge flashed in Seokjin's mind-the way he'd tried, failed, and kept trying, despite the odds stacked against him.

Seokjin inhaled deeply before speaking. "I'd like to share it."

The group exchanged surprised glances, and the host prompted, "And who will you share it with?"

Seokjin's gaze landed firmly on Jungkook. "Jungkook."

Jungkook's head snapped up, his eyes wide. "Me?"
He wasn't expecting that, his heart was almost- already clouded with jelousy to whoever Seokjin will share it.
"Yes," Seokjin said, his tone calm but resolute.
"You pushed yourself today, even when it was clear you were struggling. I respect that kind of determination. I want to give you a fair shot."

The camp fell silent, the weight of Seokjin's decision sinking in. While a few players nodded in understanding, others-like RM and Hoseok-exchanged skeptical glances.

The host nodded. "Seokjin has chosen to share immunity with Jungkook. That means Seokjin, Jimin, and Jungkook are safe from tonight's elimination."

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After the council concluded, Jungkook approached Seokjin by the fire, his expression a mix of gratitude and confusion.

"Hyung... thank you. I don't know what to say.. I didn't expect it"