**[Tae’s POV]**
*The tension between Tae and Jungkook continues to build, each interaction charged with unspoken words and lingering glances.*
*One morning, Tae arrives at the office to find a note on his desk.*
**Note:** "Meet me at the rooftop during lunch. - Jungkook"
*Tae’s heart races as he reads the note. He can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. He spends the morning trying to focus on his work, but his thoughts keep drifting to the upcoming meeting.*
*Tae’s Thoughts:* "What does he want to talk about? Is it something serious?"
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**[Rooftop]**
*During lunch, Tae heads to the rooftop, the summer breeze ruffling his hair. He finds Jungkook waiting, looking out over the city.*
**Jungkook:** "Hey, glad you could make it."
**Tae:** "Of course. What’s this about?"
**Jungkook:** "I just wanted to get away from the office for a bit. And... I wanted to spend some time with you."
*Tae’s heart skips a beat. The honesty in Jungkook’s voice is disarming.*
**Tae:** "I’m glad you asked me up here. It’s a nice change of pace."
*They sit on a bench, the silence between them comfortable. Jungkook turns to Tae, his expression serious.*
**Jungkook:** "Can I be honest with you, Tae?"
**Tae:** "Of course."
**Jungkook:** "I haven’t been able to stop thinking about you. I know it’s unprofessional, but I can’t help it."
*Tae’s breath catches. He’s been feeling the same way but hearing Jungkook say it out loud is overwhelming.*
**Tae:** "I’ve been feeling the same way. But it’s complicated, isn’t it?"
**Jungkook:** "It is. But I don’t want to ignore it. I want to see where this could go."
*Tae feels a mix of emotions – fear, excitement, and a deep, growing desire.*
**Tae:** "I do too. But we need to be careful."
**Jungkook:** "We will be. I promise."
*Their hands touch, fingers intertwining. The connection feels electric, both comforting and thrilling.*
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**[Office Group Chat]**
**Jimin:** "Tae, you seem different today. Something happen?"
**Tae:** "Just had a good lunch break, that’s all."
**Suga:** "Uh-huh, sure. Spill it, Tae."
**Tae:** "Not now, guys. I’ll tell you later."
*Jisoo’s message interrupts the banter.*
**Jisoo:** "Tae, we need to talk. Now."
*Tae’s stomach churns. He knows this isn’t going to be pleasant.*
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**[Tae’s POV]**
*He walks to Jisoo’s office, dreading the conversation. Jisoo is waiting, her expression a mix of frustration and determination.*
**Jisoo:** "I don’t know what you think you’re doing, but you need to stop."
**Tae:** "What are you talking about?"
**Jisoo:** "You and Jungkook. I see the way you two look at each other. It’s unprofessional and it’s going to get you in trouble."
*Tae feels a surge of anger. Who is she to tell him how to feel?*
**Tae:** "That’s none of your business, Jisoo."
**Jisoo:** "It is when it affects the company. Just remember, I’m watching you."
*Tae leaves the office, fuming. He can’t believe Jisoo’s nerve. But her words linger, a dark cloud over his newfound happiness.*
*Tae’s Thoughts:* "We’ll have to be even more careful. But I won’t let her ruin this."
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**[Tae’s POV]**
*Days pass, and Tae and Jungkook’s relationship deepens in secret. Each stolen glance, each whispered conversation adds to the intensity of their connection.*
*One evening, after everyone else has left, Tae and Jungkook find themselves alone in the office again.*
**Jungkook:** "I’ve been thinking about you all day."
**Tae:** "Me too."
*They’re standing close, the tension between them palpable. Jungkook reaches out, gently cupping Tae’s face.*
**Jungkook:** "I don’t want to hide how I feel about you, Tae."
**Tae:** "But we have to. At least for now."
*Jungkook’s gaze is intense, filled with longing. He leans in, and their lips meet in a soft, tentative kiss. The world falls away, leaving just the two of them.*
**Jungkook:** "I’m willing to wait. As long as it takes."
**Tae:** "So am I."
*They kiss again, deeper this time, losing themselves in the moment. The office, the complications, and Jisoo’s threats all fade into the background.*
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**[Office Group Chat]**
**Jimin:** "Tae, you look like you didn’t get much sleep. Everything okay?"
**Tae:** "Yeah, just had a lot on my mind."
**Suga:** "Anything we can help with?"
**Tae:** "Not really. But thanks, guys."
*Despite his exhaustion, Tae feels a sense of peace. He knows the road ahead won’t be easy, but with Jungkook by his side, he feels ready to face whatever comes their way.*
*Tae’s Thoughts:* "We’ll make this work. No matter what."
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**To be continued...**
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