"Why would you throw that away?!" She exclaimed.
"I wasn't meant to be in the limelight. I learned that the hard way."
"But you've got so much talent in your pinky than most people have who are currently out there!"
"Doesn't matter. In this industry...
Changed somethings cuz I accidentally called Ontario a city oops
What the hell was happening between Taehyung and I? One minute we'd be having these weirdly intimate moments and the next we were so awkward and fumbling over our words.
It was really frustrating to go through this back and forth and feeling like no progress was being made. But it wasn't like we had a choice. The obvious obstacle in this entire thing was his girlfriend.
Today our travels had us backtracking a bit to Toronto. But it was a short day trip before we headed to Quebec.
"Aren't you excited? We're going to see the falls and the start the last part of the Canada tour," Jungkook squealed.
"Yeah," I chuckled.
Jungkook looked at me seriously, his lips pressed in a thin line, "Forget about it okay. We're going to see Niagara Falls today. That's crazy awesome."
I sighed, "I know. You're right. I'll enjoy it I promise. But why couldn't we do this when we were in Toronto."
Jungkook shrugged, "I think they scheduled the dates of the tour before deciding what to do on the days off so seeing things like the CN Tower wouldn't have been possible. So since our flight was late they just scheduled a flight back so we could enjoy them."
I nodded, he's right Soorim. Just forget about it. You've been given an opportunity to see something amazing. Don't get caught up on something that'll make you forget.
Time Skip
We arrived back in Toronto and immediately got a car to the falls.
The ride was extremely awkward as they put Sora, Jungkook, Taehyung and I in the same car. Taehyung and Sora still weren't talking, Taehyung and I were going through our existential crisis, and Sora and I hated each other.
"Sorry Jungkook," I muttered.
One painfully long car ride later we arrived at the falls.
Getting out of the car, I was greeted with the overwhelming beauty of the untouched nature.
We were super close to the falls but we still had that a panoramic and full view of the falls and the beauty around it.
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"How could anything be this perfect?" I breathed, as the cool air of the rushing water hit my face.
It was almost like I could touch it but I would never even if I had the chance. We had already taken away a lot of these things from the Earth to build our world. So preserving something like this and leaving it untouched is our link to a world before humans.
Jungkook hip bumped me, "Having fun?"
I smiled, "What do you think? We're surrounded by this beauty that makes me feel like we're in a painting."
Jungkook silently watched with me, the rushing of the water and the sounds of families and couples gushing in awe at the sight being the only things to fill the silence.
"It's probably awkward to say, but I think you should talk to Taehyung," Jungkook murmured.
I looked for Taehyung only to find that the staff had forced him and Sora to take pictures together for the fans.
I chuckled bitterly, "I don't even know what to talk about. I'm pretty sure I've been clear about how I feel, and he's been eighty percent clear with how he feels, but he doesn't say anything about it. He just leaves it at that."
Jungkook eyed me, "Only eighty percent huh? Well let me pull that up twenty percent by telling you how he feels. He looks at you like you're the only person in the world who understands him. Like you're this presence that he's been searching for. You mean a lot to him. It's just that Sora was his first real relationship and he's having an issue letting that go and he's having an issue with worrying about the fan pushback. But I see it in his eyes. I can see who he really wants. I know because I look at you the same way."
"Sorry," I muttered.
"Don't be. It's no one's fault. That's life and I'll move on. But it's hard seeing someone I love feeling so confused and conflicted. Just trust me. Things will work out in due time," he assured.
I wrapped Jungkook in a tight hug. He tensed under my touch but slowly relaxed, hugging me back.
"There's gonna be a very lucky girl who's gonna snatch you up and make you the happiest," I ruffled his hair.
The two of us walked around a bit more, trying to get the view of Niagara Falls from all angles. We had a mini photoshoot with a polaroid camera Jungkook had brought with him.
It was harmless fun that pulled me away from all the exhaustion and drama and stress. The sight of such an unbothered place gave me inspiration to let go too.
Jungkook and I continued to wander around when he whispered in my ear, "Looks like someone is finally alone."
I turned to see Taehyung staring over the railing wistfully and alone.
Jungkook nudged me forward, a slightly downcast look in his eyes.
Sorry Kook, it just wasn't meant to be.
I walked over to Taehyung, leaning on the railing next to him.
He had a far away look in his eyes.
"Kim Taehyung~ what's going on in that head of yours?" I hummed.
"Isn't it so peaceful out here?"
I bit my lip giving a gentle hum in response.
"Look, I know that I haven't been straight with you lately and it feels like we're going back and forth even though I say things that you don't normally say to a friend, and I'm sure it's frustrating. I'm trying to figure it all out I really am. But every word out of my mouth is honesty. I'm trying to make sure everyone wins here but it's not working out too well."
"Tae, I've told you before, but only you are the one who can decide for yourself. Instead of being a people pleaser, choose for yourself. Choose what makes you happy. I'm happy no matter what. And I'm sorry if I've made you feel pressured at all," I apologized.
He chuckled, "And that's why it's so hard because while Sora was my first real relationship, you're so much more than just a first. You're kind, compassionate, hardworking, empathetic, loving, dedicated, smoking hot, and genuine."
I shook my head in shyness, "Tae, that's really sweet of you but before you make those comments, you've gotta think about what you truly want. I'll wait, but I'm not gonna sit here forever. I've got my own life to lead. So let's figure this out together okay?"
My hand which was rest on the railing suddenly felt a lot warmer as Taehyung's hand moved on top of it. He wiggles his fingers between mine, lacing his fingers with mine.
Lord, that was no action of mere friends.
We looked out at the Niagara Falls, the calming sound of the rushing water giving me something to think about. Looking at this beautiful energy was fueled back into me.
Taehyung squeezed my hand as if to tell me everything was gonna be alright.
Yeah, it was.
Time Skip
After doing some other things around the falls, we headed back to the airport and boarded our flight to Quebec.
