Eclipsed Hearts ( TAEKOOK )
EPISODE - 5 ෆ╹ .̮ ╹ෆ
Taehyung was having a rough morning. His temper flared, and he ended up scolding his mother for something trivial. As the guilt settled in, he decided to take some time off to clear his head. Painting exhibitions had always been his quiet escape.
Taehyung caught sight of a vibrant board advertising an art exhibition. The colors were striking, as if they were calling out to him. Without a second thought, he instructed his driver to stop.
KIM TAEHYUNG
Uncle please stop the car
driver: "Here, sir? The exhibition?"
KIM TAEHYUNG
Yes. Wait here. I'll be quick
Walking into the hall, the air smelled of fresh paint and possibility. The organizers greeted him warmly, recognizing the prominent businessman, but Taehyung brushed past the pleasantries.
Organizer: "Welcome, Mr. Kim! It’s an honor to have you—"
KIM TAEHYUNG
*Polite bow* Thank you. I'll just... browse
Taehyung's eyes scanned the room. Canvas after canvas, all magnificent in their own way, yet none stirred his soul
KIM TAEHYUNG
💭 Why did I even stop here? None of this speaks to me
KIM TAEHYUNG
💭 mom loves painting, but None of the paintings here are satisfying me
Taehyung was about to leave, a particular painting caught his attention. It was different—striking in its simplicity yet profoundly moving.
The painting depicted a lone child standing under a heavy rain, holding an umbrella too big for their small hands. The child looked up at the stormy sky, their expression a mix of hope and melancholy, as if braving the world despite its weight
KIM TAEHYUNG
Who painted this? *Himself*
A soft voice behind him broke his trance.
Taehyung turned around. The young artist stood there, his hands tucked nervously into his oversized hoodie. His doe eyes were curious, yet hesitant, as if unsure of how his work would be received.
KIM TAEHYUNG
You? You painted this?
JEON JUNGKOOK
Yes. It's called Resilience in the Rain
JEON JUNGKOOK
I wanted to capture the strength of someone who keeps going, even when the world feels overwhelming
KIM TAEHYUNG
*Again look back to the painting*
KIM TAEHYUNG
It’s... beautiful. Honestly, It feels like it has a soul.
JEON JUNGKOOK
Thank you. That means a lot of coming from someone who clearly knows art
KIM TAEHYUNG
Not really. I just know when something resonates *smiles softly*
KIM TAEHYUNG
What inspired this?
JEON JUNGKOOK
Life, I guess. I’ve been through moments where everything felt heavy, but I always found a reason to keep going. Sometimes, it’s just the small things—a kind word, a shared moment. That’s what keeps us moving forward, right ?
Taehyung’s mind wandered to his mother, to the argument that morning, and to the guilt still gnawing at him
KIM TAEHYUNG
You’re right. Sometimes, it’s the small things
For the first time that day, Taehyung felt a sense of peace. He didn’t leave immediately. Instead, he spent hours talking to Jungkook about art, life, and the stories behind the paintings.
The time he left the exhibition, he wasn’t just carrying the memory of a painting but also the spark of a new friendship. That day, in the middle of a storm of emotions, Taehyung found his calm through Jungkook’s art—a painting that mirrored his own resilience.
KIM TAEHYUNG
*turned back to Jungkook*
Before buying the Jungkook's painting
KIM TAEHYUNG
I’d like to buy this. Not because it’s beautiful, but because it means something to me
JEON JUNGKOOK
*smiling shyly* It’s yours, then. But on one condition—promise me you’ll visit next exhibition
KIM TAEHYUNG
*chuckling* Deal
Comments
Alfi...💜
next update soon plz author
2025-01-28
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Alfi...💜
so adorable 🥰
2025-01-28
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