Promise • 전정국 (DISCONTINUED)

20 | Step by Step

"The hand of the clock that should have stopped is now progressing, step by step."

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Jungkook's POV:

"I think she gave me the wrong number. I called and texted her multiple times but it either went straight to voicemail or the text just never delivered." Jimin whined.

"Do you perhaps ever wonder if maybe she wasn't truly interested?" Namjoon shrugged.

"I did everything a true gentleman would. I pulled out the chair for her when we went to grab lunch, I held the door open for her to go in first, I told her she looks extravagant and I even paid for both of our meals!"

"That's it?" Jin snorted.

"What do you mean, 'that's it'? Am I missing something?" Jimin asked, annoyed.

"Let's just say, some women prefer to be shown love through a-" He paused and looked at the rest of us who were circled around the dining table with waiting eyes, except for me, who was daydreaming about things I can't exactly explain. "Sexual way."

Jimin made a face of disgust. "Why would I bang a girl on the first date?"

"You'd be surprised. These days, women seem to like assertive men who take initiative. Apparently, it's a good first impression. It's quite unfortunate though if you're one of the 'nice' guys who just want to be sweet and caring. Girls don't care much for our type anymore."

"Speaking of girls, how are you and Y/N, Jungkook-ah?" Hobi asked.

I brought my full attention back to the table and smiled softly.

I cleared my throat. "We're good, actually. I'm taking things step by step which is helping.

"Did you end up telling her about your feelings?" Taehyung smirked.

"I did actually and I was happy to hear that the feelings are mutual."

"I knew it!" Taehyung exclaimed.

"Our Golden Maknae never fails to surprise us."

"Since you both are aware of your feelings for each other, will you be taking things into the relationship stage?" Yoongi asked.

"Well, not just yet. She said she needs some time before committing herself to a relationship. I told her I'd wait for her."

"How long is that going to be?"

"However long she needs."

"Even if it's a year?" Hobi laughed.

"Even if it's a year." I said calmly.

"How considerate of you, Kookoo." Jimin cooed.

"I told you not to call me that anymore." I stood up and started to make my way towards him.

"Jin! Jin! Jin!" Jimin jumped out of his seat and shielded himself by bending down behind Jin's chair.