Episode 16

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The fireplace crackled softly, its warm glow casting golden light across the small cabin’s cozy interior.
Outside, snow fell steadily, blanketing the world in silence. Taehyung and Jungkook sat side by side on a plush rug in front of the fire, wrapped in the comfort of the moment.
Jungkook, hugging his knees to his chest, gazed into the flames, his face illuminated by the flickering light.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
This is nice!
he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper.
Taehyung, leaning back on his hands, glanced sideways at him.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
It is!
he agreed, his deep voice steady and soft.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I don’t usually get to slow down like this.
Jungkook turned to him, curious.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Why not?
Taehyung smiled faintly, his eyes distant for a moment.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Busy life, I guess. Always something to do, somewhere to be. But here…
He gestured to the room, the fire, and the snow-laden trees visible through the window.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Here, it feels like time stopped.
Jungkook’s lips curved into a small smile.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
I get that. It’s like… the world doesn’t matter outside this cabin.
For a moment, they sat in silence, the fire crackling and snow gently tapping against the windows.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Tell me something about you!
Taehyung said suddenly, breaking the quiet. He leaned forward, resting his chin on his hand, his intense gaze locking onto Jungkook.
Jungkook blinked, startled.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Like what?
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Anything!
Taehyung replied.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Something I don’t know yet.
Jungkook hesitated, biting his lip.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Um… okay. I used to be scared of Christmas lights when I was little.
Taehyung’s brows shot up in surprise.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Christmas lights? Seriously?
Jungkook nodded, laughing softly.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Yeah. I thought they’d get too hot and explode or something.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
My mom used to have to check all the lights in front of me before I’d go near the tree.
Taehyung chuckled, his deep laughter warming the room even more.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
That’s adorable. You’re still scared of them?
Jungkook shook his head, his cheeks pink.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Aniyo, not anymore. What about you? Tell me something embarrassing.
Taehyung grinned, his boxy smile lighting up his face.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Alright. When I was a kid, I used to sing in the bathroom every morning.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
One day, I didn’t realize my entire family was outside the door recording me.
Jungkook burst into laughter, clutching his stomach.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Oh my god, really? What were you singing? 🤣
Taehyung leaned closer, lowering his voice as if sharing a secret.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Some cringy love song I made up.
Jungkook was laughing so hard now that tears gathered in the corners of his eyes.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Please tell me you still have the recording!
Taehyung shook his head dramatically.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I destroyed it the moment I found out. No one will ever hear it again.
As their laughter faded, the room grew quieter once more. Taehyung watched Jungkook wipe his tears, his face still glowing with joy. It was in moments like this that Taehyung realized just how much Jungkook had come to mean to him.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
Jungkook~
Taehyung said softly, his tone suddenly serious.
Jungkook looked up, his smile fading slightly at the shift in Taehyung’s demeanor.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Yeah?
Taehyung hesitated for a moment, his gaze steady.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I’ve been wanting to tell you something.
Jungkook tilted his head, his curiosity piqued.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
What is it?
Taking a deep breath, Taehyung leaned in closer, his voice dropping to a gentle murmur.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I think… I’m falling for you.
Jungkook froze, his eyes widening as his heart skipped a beat.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
W-what? 😳
he stammered, his cheeks instantly flushing a deep red.
Taehyung’s expression was earnest, his usual playful smirk replaced with something much softer, much more vulnerable.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I like you, Jungkook. A lot. And being here with you, getting to know you… it’s only made me realize how much.
Jungkook’s lips parted, but no words came out. He stared at Taehyung, his mind racing.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I don’t expect you to say anything!
Taehyung continued, his voice soothing.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
I just… I wanted you to know.
For a long moment, the only sound in the room was the crackling of the fire. Jungkook’s heart thudded in his chest as he struggled to process what Taehyung had just said.
Finally, he managed to whisper.
Jeon Jungkook
Jeon Jungkook
Taehyung…
Taehyung smiled gently, his hand brushing Jungkook’s lightly.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung
It’s okay. Take your time.
As the snow continued to fall outside, the warmth between them grew, leaving Jungkook flustered and Taehyung quietly hopeful.
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To be continued…
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