Bitter Sweet Youth

Tension- Chapter 9

"So...Suga" Jin started,his hands gripping the steering wheel a little harder than usual. Jimin Tae and I are in the back seat of Jins truck,while Jin insisted Suga to sit up front. Joonie drove separately with Kookie and Hobi. I was in the middle,between Tae and Chim,and I could tell that everyone was uncomfortable with the situation.

Suga cleared his throat,seeming nervous "Uh,yea?" He answered,sounding confidant,surprisingly. "Were did you get that nickname,huh? Suga is pretty unusual for a nickname" Jin said,eyes still on the road. Suga winced,for some reason.Like remembering a bad memory.No one noticed it but me. Suga replied,sounding emotionless "A nickname from my old friends" He replied,staring straight ahead. Jin could tell that he was leaving something out,but he didn't continue,seeing how expressionless he became.Jin only nodded,thinking slightly.Tae whispered in my ear "So far so good.Im surprised Jin hasn't scared him away yet" He said,followed by a slight chuckle.It was Jimins turn to whisper in my ear this time "but seriously, that Suga dudes pretty cute.Where can I find a dude like that" Jimin sighed.I only rolled my eyes.I took the perfect opportunity to tease him,like always. "I got a gorgeous dude sitting next to me,who happens to be my best friend.He also happens to be gay,and,you didn't hear it from me,but he likes you.Like, a lot" I whispered back to him.Tae was too occupied in falling asleep against the window to listen in. Jimins eyes widened,then a small blush crept up his cheeks.He whispered back "Really? He likes me? But why?" He asked,sounding oblivious.I rolled my eyes.I noticed that I've been doing that a lot lately. "Have you seen yourself? Your gorgeous kid.And your funny and smart.Theres no doubt that he likes you.Everyone likes you.Have some confidence in yourself" I smiled at him,and slightly hugged his arm for comfort.He smiled back,and blushed even more. "Thanks Arie.I don't know what id do without you" He slightly hugged me back.

I remember when Jimin used to be so self conscious about his body and his looks.He hated himself for years on end,telling himself he's no good.He was a dancer when I first saw him.It was music class,I was around age 9.I noticed his beautiful dancing from the halls of the studio,and decided to watch.He was angelic,and light on his feet.He suddenly slipped,and fell.I remember running in,and helping him.He only cried,and repeated over and over to himself "I hate myself.Why cant I be good enough? Im never good enough" He had said,with tears streaming down his face.I didn't even know him at the time,yet I hugged him,and let him cry into my arms. "Shhh,its okay.I'm here.I'll help you,I promise.Your beautiful just the way you are.You are loved. Don't worry,i'm here" I hushed him,while patting the back of his head. Ever since then,we were besties.

Jimin was still lightly holding on to my arm.I know he is very touchy,and sensitive,when he's upset,or self cautious,and I'm more than willing to help him.He comes to me with theses types of problems,and I help him.You could say I'm his therapist,But better.

Suga ended up falling asleep in the front seat.Jin peaked at me in the rear view mirror,and noticed I was staring at him. "I know I'm handsome,but your practically burning a whole through my gorgeous face" He said,smirking.I chuckled,and looked back out the side of the window.It was silent for a while before Jin spoke up "Arie,I know I was acting really over protective back there with you and Suga,but I just wanted to see if he's a good guy.Im sorry" Jin said sheepishly.I turned my head to Jin.I replied "Its okay. Suga and I are just friends anyway.Well,I hope we are friends.That kid is weird,I tell ya" I said,chuckling.Jin smiled,like he knew something I didn't.Which is rare,because I know everything. "What?" I questioned.He shook his head,still smiling. "Nothing" He muttered.I rolled my eyes. "It's obviously not nothing,Tell me?" I questioned once again,this time leaning over the front seat.He sighed "I see the way Suga looks at you.You may not be aware of it,but By the way he talks,and looks at you,I could tell he may have a teensy crush on you" he smirked.My eyes widened,than continued "How can you be so sure? Why would a guy like him even look at me in the type of way? Something is definitely wrong in that pretty little head of yours" I said,slightly tapping his head.

It was quiet for a second,until jin spoke up "So you admit it" I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion " Admit what?" I asked

"That I'm pretty" He smiled cockily. "Oh dear god" I face palmed.

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