Forever Alone... Maybe not? ;; Taehyung

Forever Alone... Maybe not?

Friendzoned.

That’s the first thing that comes to Taehyung’s mind whenever your name, or face comes up.

He’s been friendzoned. 

Taehyung was a college student at Seoul University, majoring in music and you were the girl who sat behind him in songwriting class. His pretty classmate that he somehow befriended with his weird ways and… 

the love of his life.

Yes, you were the ultimate crush of the weird boy with glasses who sat behind you in class. 

To some, Kim Taehyung may look intimidating with his good looks (with or without the glasses), his deep voice, and his judging stares. But deep down, he was actually a playful guy—even a little too playful at times. You became his friend because he was always sitting close to you in class and the months you spent with him had made you well acquainted with each other and soon you considered him as one of your best friends in the university. 

Throughout your friendship, you discovered that not only was he very talented and extremely funny, but he was also very thoughtful. Taehyung was the kind of guy who’s very loyal to the people he cared about. He will stay by your side, he’ll do favors for you, and he will always be there for you whenever you needed him. Because that’s just the way he is.

At least, that’s what you thought. 

"You… like me?" You asked again, unbelieving it for a second. Taehyung stood in front of you, looking both bashful and confident. You had no idea how on earth he does that but leave it to Kim Taehyung to do the impossible with his flexible facial expressions. "Yes, I like you Min Jae. This is the fourth time I answered this question." You opened your mouth but he held up a finger, glaring slightly. "If you ask it again, I swear I’ll kiss you." 

Eyes widening, you shut your mouth immediately and Taehyung chuckled at your reaction. You were being too cute for your own good and he grinned. “Min Jae-ah… Are you trying to seduce me—?”

”Yah!” You yelled as you smacked his arm, making him laugh even more. You loved his laugh; it was adorable the way his eyes turned into crescents and the way his teeth showed in a rectangular smile. ”Ha-ha. Very funny, Tae.”

"I’m serious, though." He said, his laugh faltering a bit; turning into a shyer smile. "I really like you, Min Jae."

You bit your lip as the beautiful boy stared at you, awaiting your answer. It’s not that you didn’t like him. You did. God you did… and so did half of the student body. He was a great guy…

"But?" He asked as he looked at you with a wary expression.

"It’s not you, Tae. It’s me. I’m just not ready yet. And I really want to focus on my studies for now."

Taehyung’s face changed into one of anxiety into relief. “Oh.” He said. “It’s okay, I understand. At least it’s not another guy right?” He joked and you shoved him lightly. “I just want us to be friends for now.” You said. “Okay?”

He nodded and you smiled, tugging at his sleeve. “Let’s get some drinks. I’m parched—“

"Ohmygod! Stop flirting with me." He said and you pinched his arm, making him burst into laughter. 

~~~

You had to give it to Taehyung for being a good sport, and a persistent one at that. After that confession, he didn’t give up. He worked hard when he wanted something and he definitely wanted you…so he didn’t stop trying to persuade you into becoming his. He did it discretely, throwing pick-up lines here and there, flirting with you whenever he gets the chance and remaining the loyal best friend you adored. The thing with Taehyung was that he never made it awkward and you found yourself liking him even more each day. But you always held yourself back; never letting it go any further than playful flirting.