Summary: Moving to the big city for some inspiration as an aspiring young author, you run into an idol and your simple journey becomes more twisted than originally planned.
It’d been about 3 and half weeks since you moved to Seoul and you were settling in okay. Unpacking finished, you got a job on the side at a book store and you hadn’t encountered a single BTS member since your alleged “date” with the vocalist, Taehyung. Ever since he walked out of your apartment that day, he never returned. He didn’t have your number though but be it circumstances or just not being interested, he was out of your life and that was that.
It’s not like you knew him for very long anyway but in reality, he crept into your mind often, especially being in a successful boy band with fans all around the globe, their music was played often on the radio, in cafes etc. None the less, you were settling in just fine. Or so you told yourself. It wasn’t very fun exploring some of the city alone, or living alone. Long story short, it was lonely. You missed your family too. Luckily for you, they were coming over to visit in a couple of weeks. Even though they called you an unreasonable amount of times, you couldn’t wait to have someone around the house. To smell your mother’s freshly made, home-cooked meals. Ah, the thought made your mouth water as you’ve practically been living off instant ramen.
Being exhausted and overall just done for the day, you decide to head to a bar. It’s a good place to meet people and you had no plans anyway. Saying bye to your colleague, you exit the bookstore. It was a really nice little place close to your home, with all kinds of books lining the walls and overflowing from cupboards and shelves. Although it had creaky floorboards and few customers, you had begun to like working there. It had a nice cosy feel and you had plenty of books to choose from when there were no customers.
The instant you set foot in the pub, you feel the stench of alcohol and sweat, mingling together as drunk pairs did dotted around the building. The woman working behind the bar smiled at you and asked if she could get you anything. She was the typical, beautiful bar tender with little cares to give to the people who harassed her on a daily basis.
“Beer please.” You say with an emotionless smile and thunk your head on the counter. Could you not just come home? Why do this to yourself? Being at a bar on your own was just, well, it’s a given that it’s not the most fun way to spend your time. But it was as if you spoke too soon because a young man appeared next to you and asked for what you were having. You turned to match the face to the familiar voice and it was Namjoon. Smiling weakly, you greeted him and took a gulp of your beer.
“How have you been? We haven’t heard from you since the day we met. Tae seems to just shrug it off if we mention it…” He seemed genuinely concerned, leaning on the counter and watching you for your reaction. Of course, you had no idea how to react. You were sure Taehyung didn’t tell him that the last time you saw each other you broke down and he ran away never to be seen again. “Can I give you his number, maybe he’s being immature or nervous and you should make the first step?” Your face darkens as you erupt on the poor guy.
“Make the first step to what? We literally just met and then he left without a trace despite saying he’d come back the next day. That’s a clear sign that he’s not interested in seeing me,” you sigh loudly then clarify at the end, “I’m fine with that obviously. It’s been weeks now and here I am having fun, right?” He dropped his face into his hand and snorted.
“You say that but here you are drinking alone at a bar, you look exhausted and miserable. On top of that, I think you’re wrong about my friend. He hasn’t been the same since he came back from your place…” He trailed off reluctant to continue in case he sold out his friend. Flashing a pleading look on your face, he slumped in his chair and continued. “He’s just been quite distant, definitely dismissive and a little irritable. Why don’t you come back with me? The other guys liked you and we’re having a movie night.”
There was no way he could drag you there. Absolutely not. Throwing a defiant glance at your drinking buddy, you finished off your beer and hopped off your seat. Turning your head as you walk away you said there’s no chance of you walking into his house. For some reason he saw this as a challenge and followed you out.
“I really want you to come. I don’t know what happened between the two of you but you walked into all of our lives, maybe unwillingly,” you both laughed before he continued, “Jin definitely loved you and he’ll be mad if he finds out I saw you but didn’t bring you. I came out to buy some snacks but took a little detour with time to kill anyway. Come on, it’ll be fun. You don’t even have to look at Tae.” It was his turn to plead you with his face and you couldn’t resist. You really liked the other boys and maybe Taehyung won’t even remember what happened.
Shaking your head at the ridiculous mental excuses you made, you headed into a store behind your reacquainted friend and started to select tasty snacks. A ball of enthusiasm grew within you as you couldn’t wait to eat this good food with good company (more or less), and a good movie. Eagerly approaching the house, the two of you made constant passionate chatter about books he’s read and recommended and vice versa.
He unlocked the door and called out to the occupants of the house to put clothes on before he let you in. You heard a couple of the guys scatter and the only one left in the room was Suga in the same place you first saw him, lying still on the couch.
“Ah, didn’t expect to see you come back after all this time. I guess Rapmon found you and dragged you here for movie night?” You nodded as the two boys got into a heated discussion trying to hold back laughter. They all seemed to have a good dynamic having been together through so much for so long.
“Where have you been? Why is this your first time back here? Are you hungry?” The mother bird fussed over you but then before you could stop it he shouted, “Tae, get your butt here, your friend came to see you!” You roll your eyes so far back into your head, you fail to notice Taehyung approach you until you felt his hand at the small of your back as he smoothly guided you out of the room.
“We’ll be back for the movie soon, we just need to catch up!” He shouted as he led you away and flashed them a cheesy smile. You ended up in what you assumed to be his room and you were too shocked about what was happening so you just stood there staring. “What are you doing here?”
His question caught you off guard, it was a reasonable question though, but he could have been a bit more subtle about it. “I know you probably didn’t want to see me anymore but Namjoon practically dragged me here and told me to come and join you guys for the movie night as he considers me friends with you all now.” You looked down embarrassed and not at all enjoying the thought of not being wanted.
He stepped close to you and lifted your head to look up at him by your chin. “Don’t think I didn’t want to see you, that wasn’t it.” He shook his head in frustration and broke apart from you. You felt a spark of electricity where his thumb and forefinger gripped our chin and noticed the absence once he let go. What had he done to you? “You just remind me of someone and that scared me. I was stupid to not contact you again but I figured you were better off anyway. You don’t look it though.” A playful smile formed on his lips as he began to taunt you. “After not seeing me for so long, you look terrible honestly, cheeks are sunken, eye bags, wow-” You cut him off playfully hitting him and laughing and he fought you off with equal laughter.
“You can’t talk, you look as bad as me, with your work schedule and not seeing me, well, it has done you no good. You’re so scrawny now, look how baggy your clothes are.” Prodding at his obviously oversized jumper he laughed. When you both thought about what you were joking about, you fell silent.
“I know we only met for a couple of days but I actually missed you, you’re different. I’m not sure how but for some reason you stuck in my mind since but I didn’t have the courage to face you again.” His confession shocked you. You could have said the same thing back but without thinking went to kiss him on the cheek. Instead of letting you do so, he took the back of your head in his hand and redirected your lips to meet his instead. It happened too fast for you to even realise what had happened until you felt your lips move with his. Shocked but no longer caring you lent into it. His lips tasted sweet and felt like silk flowing perfectly with yours.
Once you both pulled away, you faced each other, instead of kissing you again or making it awkward, he burst out laughing. His laugh was contagious and you found yourself laughing with him. It had such a warm feeling.
“Hey you two, we’re gonna start the movie in a minute, you coming?” The maknae poked his head in the door and left after we nodded. You got up to follow him out then you felt Taehyung’s hand grab your wrist and turn you to face him. His other hand traced your jawline, then he lent in for another kiss. He then kissed up your jaw then under your ear.
“Come for the movie, we can talk about this later.” He whispered with his velvet, smooth voice. His warm breath sent shivers all over your body as his hand searched for yours tentatively. Fingers barely lacing together, hardly touching, he broke apart from you once more then tightened his grip and took you with him.
Everyone was spread out on the sofas, comfy and they had left a space for the two of you at the end next to Hoseok. He gave you both a bright smile as you sat down ready for the movie to begin. “What are you looking at hyung? You’re making me nervous!” He nudged the older boy and urged them to start the movie. Lights off, snacks and blankets out, you were all set.
Sitting at the end, you shared a blanket with Tae of course, which wasn’t a problem really, until you felt his hand creep down in search for yours. When he found it, he smiled to himself and took your hand in his.The butterflies fluttering in your stomach began to do acrobatics as he fiddled with your fingers and stroked your hand which his thumb. His hands were much larger than yours and were so soft.
The movie you all watched was quite intense and the boys glued their eyes to the screen. You were also engrossed as things happened and you all collectively shouted with the movie. It got quite emotional towards the end and to your surprise, you turned to see Tae crying, as well as Hoseok and Namjoon. You burst out laughing at the end of the movie and startled the shell shocked, emotionally wrecked boys. They all seemed taken back by your lack of sensitivity while they were vulnerable.
“I never would have pictured you lot in tears at something like this. You guys are really quite weak, wasn’t even that sad,” you teased as you got attacked by Tae next to you with tickles at your sides, “stop it!” You yelled in desperation as the others egged him on saying “Finish her!” in the most sadistic, dramatic way possible. When he finally stopped, the maknae saw the opportunity to join in on the fun.
“Why is your mascara so smudged if you didn’t cry huh? You’re heartless if you didn’t even shed a tear when.” He stopped and him and the rest of the boys fell silent in mourning being stupidly dramatic with a hand on their hearts. You snorted and ignored his comment knowing full well you cried.
“How about one more movie?” Jimin suggested and set another one up when everyone agreed on the next movie. You sat back in your seat and leaned into the sofa that seemed to be slowly swallowing you. Right next to you was Tae, the complicated man you just couldn’t understand. I’m not sure he understands me either though, you thought to yourself as you looked up at him. When he felt your eyes on him, he turned to face you, faces so close, you could almost feel his energy surrounding you, the warmth of his breath on your lips. Luckily for you it was dark and everyone else was paying attention to the movie so no one could see you blushing tomato style or soul shaking in your body as he looked at you.
Too much for you, you turned to the movie and felt his hand interlace with your fingers once more and you leaned against him slightly. As time passed, you felt his warmth, combined with the comfortable sofa and the welcoming darkness, you felt yourself slip out of consciousness as your head flopped onto your companion’s shoulder.
Sun leaking in, it shone directly on your face, finally waking you. You shot out of the bed instantly when you recognised it as not your own. Taking in your surroundings, you recognised the plushies and mangas scattered about and realised you were in Taehyung’s room. A loud yawn came from beneath you and you noticed your friend just wake up on a mattress on the floor. He smiled sleepily and reached for your hand. He pulled you down onto the mattress and wrapped his arms around you.
“Good morning sleeping beauty. Sleep well in my bed?” Nodding your head and staying silent, you ruffled his hair and smiled. “Can I kiss you again? I know it’’s cheesy but you look beautiful when you smile.” When you denied him he frowned and fought you to the ground. “You look like a mess when you first wake anyway, and your breath? Shocking!” He teased you with his deep husky voice while laughing and avoiding your attacks.
How did you end up like this? Was this just what you were now? How could you possibly have such feelings and desires having met the guy 3 times? How did he really feel? Was he just using you? Too many questions to speculate but you were enjoying the attention too much to care.
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