The babysitter - Taekook

TWENTY-NINE

The next day comes faster than expected. It feels like a blink of an eye until Yoongi and Jimin already arrive to look after Chansol.

They agreed on staying at Taehyung's house and looking after Chansol until Jeongguk and Taehyung come back.

Jeongguk stands in front of the mirror, he's ready but not sure if he looks alright.

He's wearing black jeans with a white shirt tucked in and a leather jacket. He's put on a bit makeup, not too much and five minutes ago he would have said that he's satisfied with his look.

But the longer he spends in front of the mirror, looking at himself the more unhappy he gets with his outfit. He lets out a big sigh.

He hears a knock on the door, causing him to flinch. "Jeongguk? Can I come in?"

Jimin. Jeongguk lets out a sigh of relief. He thought it was Taehyung at first. But to his luck it's not him.

"Yeah you can come in." he replies.

As Jimin comes in he lets out a loud gasp. "Jeongguk you look beautiful!" he exclaims.

"You sure?" Jeongguk questions unsurely. "I don't know... maybe I should have chosen another outfit."

Jimin is quick to shake his head. "Oh no! Believe me, you look great. Tae will love it. Even though I'm sure that he wouldn't even mind if you would come wearing a trash bag, as whipped as he is. And now go to him so that you can start. He's so nervous."

Jeongguk chuckles at that, a relieved look on his face. It makes him feel better to know that Taehyung's just as nervous as he is.

Jeongguk takes a deep breath before he walks out of his room and makes his way downstairs where he's met with Taehyung. The elder hasn't noticed Jeongguk yet as he's busy running back and forth in the living room.

The younger clears his throat, causing Taehyung to stop in his track and look at Jeongguk. With wide eyes he stares at the other. "You look stunning."

Jeongguk blushes. "Thank you. You look good too."

Taehyung's wearing denim jeans and a black shirt. He looks amazing, giving Jeongguk a hard time trying not to drool.

"Well then, lets leave hm?" Taehyung offers the younger his hand, Jeongguk happily grabbing it.

"Much fun!" Jimin screams. Taehyung laughs softly. "Thank you. See you later."

They get into Taehyung's car and start their way to the restaurant. During the drive, Jeongguk feels the elder lacing their fingers together.

With a smile on his lips, Jeongguk looks at their intertwined hands. Oh how happy he is.

It doesn't take long until they reach their destination, the whole drive was filled with laughter and casual conversations. They just get along so well, they fit together perfectly.

Hand in hand they walk inside the restaurant. As they wait for a waiter to ask for their table that Taehyung has already reserved, Jeongguk feels the elder's arm slip around his waist.

Taehyung pulls him closer to himself, planting a soft kiss on the younger's hair. Jeongguk turns his head, a big smile on his lips so that they look into each other's eyes deeply.

With courage he doesn't know where it comes from, the younger reaches over to place a kiss on Taehyung's lips. The elder also starts to smile, pulling Jeongguk even closer to his side, his arm still resting around the younger's waist in a protective manner.

Jeongguk's so in love. He realizes it all over again, right at this moment. He needs Taehyung by his side. The man is his home, his light in life.

How can a person that he only knows for a few weeks be so incredibly important to him?

Love is a mystery, a miracle. You can't plan it. It just happens. It happens at the most unexpected times, maybe when you don't even believe in love anymore even then it can happen.

And Jeongguk has found love. He's undeniably in love with this man next to him. He can't lie anymore. It's the truth.

He leans in again, kissing the elder once more. Taehyung immediately deepens the kiss, making Jeongguk melt right there.

They slowly pull apart, Taehyung pecking the younger's nose quickly.

Yes, Jeongguk has to admit that he feels like a teenager again. And yes, he has to try hard not to start squealing loudly.

Finally a waiter comes over, showing the two males the table. They both sit down, Jeongguk looking around in the restaurant.

It's clear as day that this isn't his prize class here. "Taehyung, this is so expensive, you don't need to go here with me. This is too much."

"Hey don't worry." Taehyung says, reaching over to the younger's hand, squeezing it. "You don't have to think about something like that. Just enjoy today."

"Thank you." Jeongguk smiles warmly. He knows that he can definitely fulfill the elder's request. He's sure that he'll enjoy it.

The waiter comes over again and gets their orders.

"Has Chansol pooped already today?" Taehyung questions as they wait for their food.

Jeongguk raises his eyebrows, giving the elder a mocking look. "Why are you asking?"

"I don't want Yoongi and Jimin to experience this. They'd probably get nauseous."

Scoffing, Jeongguk shakes his head. "How can you be that dramatic! It's normal that it stinks. Leave the poor baby alone, it's not his fault."

Taehyung chuckles lowly. "Okay okay I shut up."

"Oh god I already miss Chansol." Jeongguk sighs longingly.

Taehyung gives the younger's hand a squeeze, nodding in agreement. "Me too. Miss this little sunshine."

"But we'll see him later." Jeongguk speaks as he caresses the back of Taehyung's hand.

"Yeah."

After a few more minutes that they spent with talking, their food arrives. "This looks amazing!" Jeongguk exclaims, causing Taehyung to chuckle.

"Believe me, it tastes as good as it looks." Hearing that, Jeongguk doesn't waste a second before he digs in.

"Mmh. It's so good! How's yours?" Taehyung takes some of his noodles onto his fork, feeding it to the younger.

"Yours is also great. Wanna taste mine?" Jeongguk smiles. Taehyung nods hastily, already opening his mouth.

Munching on Jeongguk's food, he raises his thumb approvingly. "Great."

They finish their food fast as they both were really hungry since none of them ate beforehand because of the nervousness.

"Jeongguk?" Taehyung starts. Jeongguk looks into the elder's eyes, seeing nothing but sincerity and love in them. With a small nod he answers. "Yes?"

"I want to tell you something. You know I'm not really good at this and whatever your answer is, I'll accept it, I promise. But please listen to me first."

Jeongguk smiles softly, trying to hide his nervousness and uncertainty. "Of course, I'll listen."

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it's finally weekend so i have some time to write! 😊

do you already go back to school/work or do you have online classes/home office?