goblin // jikook

十一

it's unedited but when is it ever edited lawl ;-;

Jimin wandered along the park by himself. His mother was at work as usual and he was tired of constantly staying put at home. His large boots clicked as he walked along the pavement, admiring the towering trees above him.

He wore a large yellow sweatshirt and blue denim jeans. He thought he looked silly in his oversizing clothing but his mother always told him he liked him in this style. It was strangely cold in May in Seoul—not that it bothered Jimin as he always preferred the cold. A man, presumably in his early twenties, suddenly approached him. "Are you lost, little boy?"

"Oh no, sir." He replied with a cute grin, exposing his missing front tooth. "I've seen you before!"

"Where?"

"You were the one who saved me from my daddy!" The elder boy looked baffled but suddenly remembered what had happened. He decided it was better to keep quiet from Jimin.

"Where's your mummy and daddy?" He inquisited.

"Mummy's at work and Daddy's in jail." He replied bluntly. The man pouted in remorse for the little boy in front of him.

"Come with me. I'll get you an ice cream." He suggested.

"Mummy said not to go with strangers."

"Oh well, your mummy's absolutely right but I promise I'm one of the good guys." He assured Jimin. Jimin looked into the elder boy's eyes.

"Pinky promise?" Jimin lifted his smaller finger. The elder man lifted his too and entertwined them together.

"Pinky promise."

"Okay." Jimin said, instantly grabbing the elder boy's hand. He was slightly surprised but didn't budge. "What's your name, hyung?"

"Oh, I'm Jeon Jungkook."

***

Yoongi was done with being a coward. He said he'd finally muster up the courage to go talk to Hoseok but here he was, lying on the couch as usual. As much as he wanted to sleep, he just couldn't. Every time he shut his eyes, his mind would wonder off thinking about the high cheekbones, the angelic voice and his delicious muscles.

Yoongi cursed as he rose from the couch. He slapped his face and immediately approached his black coat. He slipped it on and put on a black hat that suited him quite nicely. He opened the front door and locked the door behind him.

Today was the day he would finally go talk to Hoseok. At first, he had been completely hesitant. Then he would walk with Jimin to work as an excuse to see him. Yet, he knew that if he wanted something more, then he would have to do more. A wave and smile from Hoseok was not enough.

"I can do this." He said to himself as he walked towards the restaurant. It only took him around ten minutes but he had already arrived in front of the store. He took a deep breath and peered into the window. He was sitting at the front desk, reading a book in all his glory.

Yoongi stepped in, ringing the bells connected to the door instantly. "Welcome!" Hoseok said, not looking up at Yoongi.

"Hello." Yoongi replied back timidly but loud enough for Hoseok to hear. Hoseok looked up at him and instantly fixed his stance and put his book down.

"Oh hi! You're actually a customer today." He giggled. Yoongi smiled. "Have a seat then."

Yoongi sat down at a nearby table and made himself comfortable. Yoongi carefully studied the menu in front of him but found it hard to concentrate as Hoseok was constantly moving. He couldn't help but adjust his glance at the man's cute as—

"Can I take your order?" Hoseok said, a small yellow notebook and pen in his hands. He beamed a smile which made Yoongi completely forget his order.

"Oh- well, uhmm- wh-what's the most popular item?" Yoongi replied, mentally hitting himself for stuttering so much. Hoseok didn't seem to mind and chuckled.

"Matcha tea latte and the chocolate crossaint. Is that what you want?" Hoseok replied, subconsciously sticking out his pink tongue. Yoongi could melt any minute.

"I want you." He whispered.

"Excuse me?" Hoseok replied, drawing closer as he couldn't hear the previous statement.

"Oh, yes! Yes! I'll have that."

Hoseok finished scribbling on his notebook. He gave Yoongi one last wink before returning back to the counter.

- - -

Taehyung was reciting the same elements and compounds to Jimin that he felt as if his brain could explode. If it wasn't for Jimin being so happy to have his best friend back, he would have asked him to call it a day.

"I'm sorry. I keep spacing out." Jimin replied, covering his face with his hands. He felt drained.

"It's fine. You did better than last time. We can stop studying." Taehyung replied, reaching out to ruffle Jimin's hair but stopped just before he could touch it.

"What's wrong?" Jimin said, noticing it. "You can touch me, if you want."

"Just... hesitant." Taehyung replied  with a fake smile. Jimin pouted. His eyes averted towards a man waiting in line. He was familiar yet Jimin couldn't put his finger on who.

"Want to go get dinner?" Taehyung suggested, grabbing Jimin's attention. Jimin nodded and took his things before the two left the table. Jimin made sure to get a good look at the man he saw in the queue. Sure enough, he was correct.

"Jungkook-ah!" He said, patting Jungkook's shoulder which caused him to flinch.

"Holy crap. You didn't summon me, did you?" He replied, looking at his surroundings. He looked back at Jimin.

"It was just a coincidence, take it easy." Jimin replied with a soft chuckle. "What are you doing here?"

"Why? Is it a crime to get a cup of coffee?" Jungkook replied bitterly under his facemask. Jimin smiled at him.

"Alright, alright, Mister Grumpy."

"Jimin!" Taehyung called after him.

"I have to go. See you soon, Kookie." Jimin said and left Jungkook before he could hear his reply me.

"Don't call me that."

im sorry dudes for taking so loooooonggg

a bunch of stuff happened but i promise i will not abondon this story ;-;

please wait patiently, ily all :>