The Tutor | Jikook

Chapter 13

Jungkook POV

"I hadn't meant to pry or push you yesterday, Jungkook. But I've been really fucking worried about you and I don't want to see you hurt." Jimin hyung says softly, finally looking back up at me with a few tears in his eyes. My heart aches at the sight, at the information. It kills me to know that he's been through so much shit. And not only that, but I was a complete dick to him yesterday and claimed he knew nothing. When in reality, he knows a hell of a lot worse than I do.

"I'm so sorry, hyung. I-I shouldn't have said anything of what I said yesterday. I-I didn't know-" I apologize, slowly beginning to ramble. However, he chuckles softly and places a finger to my lips. Successfully, he silences me by the action as my eyes grow slightly wider.

"It's okay, Jungkook. I promise, I'm not mad nor was I. You didn't know and you had no reason to think I'd have been through anything. Don't beat yourself up over it." He whispers softly with a small smile. Despite his seemingly happier disposition now that he's able to not have to talk about it anymore, a tear still falls down his cheek. Without hesitation, I reach up and wipe it away for him, not removing my hand afterwards either.

It's only now that I really acknowledge our proximity, and despite being mildly surprised by both of us for being comfortable with being this close, I actually enjoy it. And either he hasn't realized how close we are or he doesn't mind it either. Subconsciously, my eyes flicker down to his plump lips before glancing back up at his eyes. Though, I quickly realize that he's done the same to me as my cheeks heat up from mild embarrassment. Looking up at his beautiful eyes, I'm surprised by the soft look in them.

Before I can comprehend what's happening, I feel his soft lips on mine. My eyes flutter shut at the feeling, attempting to slowly move my lips against his in sync with him. I feel him place a hand on my cheek gently, softly rubbing the pad of this thumb over my cheek as our lips continue moving together. He doesn't remove his hand though, even after he finally pulls away. Breathing slightly heavier than before, I look up at him with widened eyes. Though, the look on his face is nothing but seeming pure bliss and happiness.

"Hyung, I-" I mumble quietly, fumbling over my words already.

"Jungkookie, calm down. You don't need to be embarrassed." Jimin whispers softly, cutting my fumbling off. I bite my lip gently, glancing up at him shyly. He gives me a small smile, seeming to be nothing shy of completely happy as he leans in and gently pecks my lips despite my biting my lower lip.

"I-I'm sorry if that was a bad kiss... I-It was my first one." I murmur barely audibly, as I look away. I can feel my cheeks heating up intensely and I know they're a bright red within seconds. However, he just placed a soft kiss to the corner of my mouth.

"Jungkookie, it was a great kiss. The best one I've had yet." Jimin whispers with a small smile, swiping a piece of my dark brown hair out of my face. I giggle softly, feeling myself blushing even harder if possible.

"Jungkookie, I... I don't wanna push you or rush you with anything. I know I'm just your tutor and whatnot, and you've got enough going on at home, but... I really like you, Jungkook. And,... If you'd want, Tae and I would be happy to have you move in with us so that you don't have to go home to that hell." Jiminie mumbles softly, blushing himself this time. My eyes widen at his words, not having expected any of this or not sure how the hell to answer.

"Hyung, I... I don't know. I really like you too, but I'm new to all this... And, I don't know that I could move in with you guys... I don't even have the money to pay you for tutoring me, let alone be able to help with the rent and whatnot. Plus my parents would never approve." I answer shyly, muttering the last sentence bitterly.

"You don't have to know everything for this, Jungkookie. There's nothing wrong with being new to the whole relationship thing. I can teach you that stuff. I am your tutor after all. Besides, Tae and I wouldn't make you pay rent. Unless you're planning to stay long term, then eventually, but that wouldn't be for a quite a while. And your parents don't matter. You matter. They've done nothing but hurt you. They've not cared for you the way you need and deserve. You'd be safe with us." Jimin explains with a smile, giving me a wink. Biting my lip, I take a deep breath, letting it out through my nose as I look away.

"Are you sure I wouldn't just end up being a burden to the two of you? Besides, what if my parents found out?" I question with a small frown. He chuckles quietly, pecking my lips once more.

"Jeon Jungkookie, you could never be a burden to the two of us. And if your parents figured out where we live and whatnot, Tae and I would handle it. Neither of us wanna see you hurt and staying in an unsafe environment." Jimin answers, voice full of confidence and certainty. Taking another deep breath, I nod my head.

"Okay..."