Let it be told - Jikook

2

What had occurred in the practice room could not leave Jeongguk’s mind for days. All he could think about is what could have happened. What if Jimin actually kissed him? Would it have changed their relationship? Did this mean that Jimin was also attracted to him? Then why was he ignoring him?

The maknae could feel his lungs collapse every time Jimin walked past him without saying a word, looking in every direction except for Jeongguk, smile at anybody that wasn’t him. It actually hurt and he wonders if this is how Jimin felt whenever he pushed him away.

He wasn’t stupid though; no, he could feel the older’s stare when they’re onstage, watching his every move just like the fans do. He knew Jimin was asking about him, learning to see if he’s eaten enough or just getting another member to check up on him just to know if he’s okay. Jeongguk wasn’t stupid when it came to these things.

It didn’t take long for him to get tired of the game. He sought Jimin out, catching him playing with his phone on the couch. With silent steps, he walked past the carrot-top, his fingertips running down Jimin’s arm in a slow, teasing manner. He felt goosebumps rising on his skin as he trailed his knuckles down his arm before pulling away, continuing his way to the hall. He smiled to himself as he felt Jimin’s stare on the back of his head.

Jimin stopped ignoring him after that, and even finding it in himself to initiate his own touches when no one - or everyone - was around.

Jimin would always brush his hand against the younger’s, interlocking them for a few seconds before pulling way. He’d nudge Jeongguk on the side at random moments, but not hard enough to hurt him, just enough to get his attention. Sometimes when they were eating, he’d rub his foot against Jeongguk’s, initiating a game of footsies underneath the table and hoping not to get caught.

Jeongguk found himself putting his arm around the shorter’s, only for a few seconds before letting it rest at his side again. At award shows, it became somewhat of a habit to wrap his hands over Jimin’s shoulders, pulling him against his chest and just holding him there for a few seconds.

He remembered when they were at the KBS Gayo, during a soft, slow performance that he wrapped his arms around Jimin’s waist, pulling him to his chest to which the older happily leaned into. Lost in the warmth that Jimin’s body was giving him, he lowered his head to rest on Jimin’s shoulder, his lips grazing the shorter’s neck before pulling away in fear of getting caught. He felt Jimin melt in his arms, a small smile of victory playing on his lips.

Unfortunately for them, someone had recorded the interaction - it being posted on almost every social media site. It ended with them being lectured by Bang-PD about being careful with their actions - it was okay for skinship, but don’t push it. The camera’s are always watching. Ever since then, Jeongguk had settled for just placing his arms on Jimin’s shoulders and only pulling him slightly against him.

It was enough to get the fans riled up with their ships, but not enough to arise actual speculations of a secret relationship.

“Jimin seems happier now,” Taehyung commented, pressing his thumbs expertly on the buttons of the controller, his player on the screen throwing a few punches at Jeongguk’s.

“Oh, yeah?” Jeongguk’s player blocked Taehyung’s punches before sending a kick towards Taehyung’s character.

Taehyung groaned when K.O flashed on the screen, signaling Jeongguk’s victory. “Cheater. But yeah. He’s been a lot more smiley now. Nothing ever seems to bring him down,” he turned to Jeongguk. “I think it has something to do with you.”

The younger raised an eyebrow, setting his controller on the ground. He glanced behind him, smiling slightly at the sight of a sleeping Jimin on the couch. He turned back to Taehyung, shrugging his shoulders. “I’ve been giving him a lot of attention, but he gets that from everyone.”

“Yes, but he only wants your attention.”