Night Sky

15

Two days till the boys' comeback, fam! Who's excited?! ❤️❤️

Dialogues in BOLD are in Korean ❤️

Two movies and a ton of popcorn later, the only one’s awake to watch the end of the second movie are me, Namjoon and Yoongi. The other boy’s was splayed out on the floor with their blankets and pillows cuddling with each other. I was able to focus on the second movie Jin chose because Namjoon decided to sit on the floor with the boys, leaving my erratic heart in peace.

While the credits were rolling, I saw Yoongi stand up carrying a sleeping Jesse in his arms. “I hope you don’t mind. I’ll bring her to my room so she can rest properly.” Yoongi said obviously asking for my permission.

I smiled at the gesture which he doesn’t really need to do. “It’s not like it’s the first time, Yoongi. I’m sure Jesse has been sneaking out when she thinks I don’t notice. She’s not exactly subtle with all this.” I motioned at the standing figure in front of me with the peaceful looking girl in his arms.

He smiled a goofy smile and replied, “Thank you. She’s safe with me. I promise. And I’m sure Namjoon will be happy to walk you to your apartment. Unless you wanted to stay here? You can use one of the boys’ room.”

I stood up and carefully folded the blanket on the sofa. “No need. I can go by myself.”

“I insist.” Namjoon said. I didn’t even notice him stand up while Yoongi and I were talking. “I’m sure I would never hear the end of it from Jin hyung if I don’t make sure you’re back at your apartment safe and sound.”

“Well then, that’s settled. Good night, Yumi. It was really nice meeting you.” Yoongi said while turning around to the direction of his room.

I looked at Namjoon, unsure on what to say. “Uhm, it’s really fine, Namjoon. I just live downstairs you know.” I chuckled lightly.

“Let me be a gentleman tonight. I don’t get to do that a lot these days.” My heart was hammering in my chest again. So without saying anything, I just turned around and made my way to their front door so I can leave quickly.

I can sense him following me closely behind.

Just relax, Yumi. He’s just a guy. Nothing special.

He opened the door for me and gestured me to walk out first. We were walking side by side, with Namjoon’s hands on his pockets. I was determined to make this a conversation free situation when I hear him clear his throat.

“If you don’t mind me asking, what happened this morning?” I froze. He got surprised when I stopped walking and looked at me.

“I…Uhm…It’s…” I was playing with my hands now and looking everywhere but him. When my eyes finally landed on his warm ones, I don’t know why, but my body instantly relaxed.

“I was just a bit overwhelmed. That’s all.” It wasn’t a complete lie but it was not the exact truth either.

“I’m sorry about that.” He said softly. “The idol life CAN be overwhelming. I hope we didn’t scare you off.” He added while looking at me with sincerity and warmth that I couldn’t quite decipher.

To be very honest, with the little time I spent with them tonight and if I overlook how extraordinary their life is, they’re pretty much normal. They bicker like little kids, they laugh at silly jokes their eldest throw at them, they reprimand each other when someone is in the wrong and all I can see are seven young adults trying to get the best out of living their dreams.