My Tease

Party Animals Vkook

Taehyung pov

The steam fogs the mirror as I dry my hair with my towel. My cheeks are red from the heat, but it relaxes me while I get ready to go out. I pick my pressed clothes off the toilet seat and start to get changed. Sliding on my checkered boxers and ripped blue jeans. I button up my black dress shirt before turning the faucet on and grabbing my toothbrush.

I wipe the mirror and look at myself while I brush my teeth and straighten my eyebrows. I got a random text from Suran that I should come to her graduation party tonight. I planned on playing COD until the sun came up, but she insisted even though we only met once. It's been a month since I've had any social interactions and I think my parents were starting to worry...

I spit out in the sink as Jimin and Jungkook float into my mind. I wonder every day if I made the right choice cutting them off. It's like I've become some lone wolf. Somedays, I wonder around Seoul when I need some fresh air, sitting in cafes or eating by myself. My finger hovered over the call button for Jimin, wishing it was easy to invite him out with me. My armpits sweat whenever I thought of letting Jungkook into my life again. I know what he wants but the chances of heartbreak are too high.

My palms lay flat on the countertop as I bow my head. The truth is...I did like Jungkook, but-

"Taehyung, someone's at the door for you." My dad calls on the other side of the door and I straighten up.

"Be out in a minute." I spray some cologne on my neck and pat it in before walking out of the bathroom. I move down the hall and stop short of the front door. Jungkook is standing front and center. He's wearing a white button up shirt with denim jeans and Tims. He's gorgeous yet he's looking at me like I'm the last man on earth and my heart hammers against my ribs.

"Hi." He rasps.

"What are you doing here?" I question while moving forward. I quickly look into the kitchen to see my parents watching us from the table. I sigh and grab his hand. Electricity flies from our hands to my heart and I fight to keep my pulse settled. I open my room door and lead us inside before closing it. I release Jungkook's hand and rub my arm nervously. "...You can speak now."

Jungkook presses his lips together and ducks his head before making eye contact again. This time his eyes are misted over and his ears are a deep shade of red. "A month is a really long time." He starts, "I regret interfering in your friendship. It wasn't my place." He sniffles and rubs his nose quickly. "I want to be in your life again. I miss you...so much. Normally, I don't feel this strongly for people, but you're different..." He gives a shaky smile. "I might be young, but I know this is love, Tae."

My breath stops at his words, "Kookie..." Nothing else comes out. I don't know what else to say.

He steps forward, "I miss texting you. I miss seeing you at work. I miss seeing you smile and playing games with you. I miss being able to see you in person and just knowing you're okay...have you been okay?"

I shake my head as a sob threatens to break free. "No." I croak and he pulls me into his arms. "Everything has felt off without you...or Jimin."

"Are you not talking to him either?"

"No." He hugs me harder and I wrap my arms around him too. "I thought you hated him."

"I don't hate him. I hated how he made you feel." He admits, "I hated how he made me jealous. I wanted you to talk about me like you talked about him." He pulls us away and wipes the tears from my eyes. "I thought about it a lot and I'm fine with your friendship. I just want another chance to prove myself. This time I'll get it right."

I swallow the lump in my throat, "Kookie..." He closes his eyes in fear and I can't help the shy smile that pulls at my lips. He's cute without knowing it. "I stopped being mad at you after the first week. The rest was just sadness for what we could have been. If I can fix things with Jimin, I'm willing to let you back in." He opens his eyes and a single tear falls and fades into his lips.

"I would love that."

I clear my throat. "Do you want to go to a party with me?"

"Uh, sure." He smiles and looks me up and down. "I was wondering why you were dressed so nicely." He comes closer, "And you smell good."

My cheeks flush, "Thanks." He takes his hands in mine and squeezes them gently.

"If I'm being honest, I really want to kiss you right now." He pauses for a moment, waiting for my permission. My eyes flicker to his lips and back to his eyes.

"Kiss me." I expect him to make a move, but he lets go of my hand and walks towards the door, making me frown. "W-why aren't you..." He turns to face me and holds his hand out.

"When I apologize to Jimin in front of you then I'll kiss you." He promises and that's when my heart explodes. My mind turns to mush as I stare at Jungkook. It's as if I'm seeing him for the first time and he's shining before me like he descended straight from heaven. I have tunnel vision. All I see is Jungkook and his bright smile and welcoming gaze. I nod my head and take his hand once again. He's special...more than special.

A/N

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