Under the Cherry Blossoms (Taejin/Kookjin)

Chapter 3: Vante

TAEHYUNG'S POV

After introducing ourselves, things became a bit awkward. I wanted to continue the conversation, but I am just too nervous. I was confident in introducing myself. I even flirted. 

But after Jin winked at me, I lost my shit. I just can't formulate the right words. He can make my heart pound so fast with just a wink.

"So, you mentioned that you had a bad day. Tell me about it." Jin asked trying to keep the conversation.

Seriously, I need to calm down. I must not stutter. This is just a conversation. He might find me weird if I blabber my words. 

After composing myself, I answered his question. "Well, I don't want to become a doctor but my parents are forcing me to. I actually wanted to become a singer, so I performed at the bar during my free time to satisfy my desires. Unfortunately, my dad usually calls in between my performance to scold me and remind me of the future he plans for me."

"Well, that sucks. Blame it to fate." Jin rolled his eyes as if he was so done with life. 

I heard him saying that fate is to be blamed for messing with our lives. I wonder why he keeps on saying that.

As I looked at my drink, I caught a glimpse of the box on the table. It says sweet destiny on its cover. "Sweet destiny..." I did not realize that I read the words aloud.

Jin caught my words and smiled. He then began explaining the box's cover.

"Sweet destiny is the name of my online business. I sell cupcakes. I have a thing when it comes to destiny. I have always believed that the universe already has a plan for us. Everything happens according to destiny. If something good happens, it's fate. If something bad happens, blame it to fate."

I found interest in Jin's way of thinking. Well, it's simple actually. You don't have to overthink things. You just have to blame everything that happens to fate. 

Fate? Meeting with Jin seemed to be my fate. I'm curious now what the universe is planning for us.

"I still have two cupcakes inside. I have blueberry flavor and chocolate flavor. You wanna try?" Jin inquired. I was so caught up with my thoughts that I did not notice that I was staring at the box for a long time. Maybe Jin thought I wanted to have cupcakes.

"Yes, please." I smiled.

He gave me the two cupcakes. I took a bite for each. The cupcakes were surprisingly delicious. They had that "homey" feel that makes you feel satisfied and at peace. They have a unique taste that you can't compare to all the commercialized cupcakes.

"Delicious! I have never tasted cupcakes as delicious as these." I sincerely said in awe.

"Wow! Thank you. Well, since you appreciate my cupcakes, maybe I can make a new cupcake and named it after you. What flavor do you want?" Jin clasped his hands and smiled widely. His eyes formed like crescent moons as his cheeks puffed with excitement.

"I love strawberries. How about you make cupcakes with strawberries? If you successfully made it, named it Vante!" I was overjoyed knowing that a cupcake will be named after me.

"Vante? Why Vante?" Jin curiously asked.

"Vante is one of the nicknames I gave myself. I just love the sound of it. Not much story behind it." I explained.

"Ok. Vante, it is! Thank you again for loving my cupcakes. I seriously think that pig in the bar has problem with his taste buds. He said that my cupcakes tasted cheap and yet, he ate 8 out 10 cupcakes that I brought. That pig! I'm gonna roast him." Jin pouted.

I know he's mad but I can't help but find him cute. He's just adorable. Once he pouted, he looks like a cute hamster. I want to squish him into my arms.

A sudden trivia sparked in my head.

"Among mammals, do you know that pigs have the longest orgasm? On average, a domestic pig's orgasm lasts 30 minutes, but it can last for as long as 90 minutes. I suddenly want to become a pig! " I laughed out loud. 

Wait... Did I just spurted out random trivia out of nowhere? And shit, it was about orgasms.

This is embarrassing. Great, Taehyung!! I sounded like a horny animal.. such a turn off.

"Wow! You really have to talk about orgasms. Do I excite you that much?" Jin gave me a sly smile. 

Holy heavens. He should have not done that. Him, being too beautiful, already sent sparks throughout my body. 

Now, that he gave me that kind of smile. I feel so turned on.

I cleared my throat and change the topic. "The rain seemed to stop. Do you want to go somewhere else after this?" 

Well, I did try to change the topic but the question seemed to be leading to a different meaning.

Jin leaned back and crossed his arms. What he said next made me choke on my drink.

"My place? Or your place?"

I gulped.

I'm sweating.