chapter 24

After a lot of struggle, he convinced his manager to accompany him to meet Hoseok.

He wants to apologize to him and reconcile their friendship.

He didn't know that his ex-best friend and ex-boyfriend are together. He just decided to see Hoseok at his label.

Now Jungkook and his manager are waiting in the car in front of his label.

"Is this what you call resting at home?"His manager stated annoyed resting his head on the steering wheel.

"Aah hyung, please. I just want to ask sorry."He showed his puppy eyes to the other.

"We are waiting here for an hour. When will he come?"

"I don't know exactly. We'll wait a few minutes."

He handed his staff a coffee can.

Jungkook stared at the entrance in his car. He didn't dare to go out because of recent issues though he had a face mask and cap on.

the Manager went to ask security about them.

Then he sat in the car with a big sigh.

"What did they say?"

"They didn't say much. He only said it'll probably take 2 hours."

"Oh my god, it's already 5 pm hyung nim."

"It's not late though, all agencies are the same. Work your asses until you faint."The staff chuckled and Jungkook nodded.

Then they went to a restaurant that was not attractive to Paparazzi.

After that, they arrived at the same place and saw some people coming outside of the building.Jungkook looked at his manager, he nodded and approached some people asking about Hoseok.

"Jungkook, they said he is monitoring some trainees and don't know when it'll end."

"As I expected"

"Don't you have any work?"The staff asked curiously.

"No, I'm on my day off. And this is something important."The other shrugged.

They were bored and decided to play a game on the nearest ring road.

The game is to see who completes a circle on the ring road perfectly without bumping on anything.

(The road is like this)

They know it's dumb but this is the only thing they can do by watching the gate of the label as it's visible from there.

They both completed many circles shifting their seats until the traffic police noticed and warn them.

After refueling, they parked at the same spot for the third time.

"Jungkook, it's nearly 9 pm. Let's go home."He yawned and rubbed his eyes.

"As you said earlier, it's not that late"

"I shouldn't have agreed to you"

The staff snorted and banged the horns.

Then Jungkook shook the other and pointed to someone.

"What?"

"It's Taehyung."

"Who is that?"

Jungkook turned off the car lights. He didn't listen to anything, he just looked at Taehyung. The man he fell in love with, the man who gave everything to keep him happy, the man he left behind for a witch.

Taehyung parked his car on the opposite side and waited outside calling someone. Then he leaned on a lamp post with his palms tucked in his pant pockets.

Jungkook noticed how the other looked so buff and handsome. He dressed formally, maybe his office look. He looked mature and his bare face glowed in dim light. His sleek hairstyle revealing his forehead is just ...

(He looked like this btw 🔥)

The other can't see Jungkook cause he had the window blinds on.

He gazed at Taehyung and a glint appeared in his lifeless eyes. His thoughts occupied his mind,

~ Seeing him reminds me of my uni days.

Those days were peaceful and happy.

Why didn't we have power like being frozen in time?

Why can't I just face him like before?

Why my heart flutters again seeing him?

Can I have a second chance to rebuild all his feelings that were broken by me?

Can I start over again? It's been years... Did he replace me with another? Will I have the chance? ~

His trance of thoughts was ruined by a question,

--- Why is he here?---

He glanced at his manager who is sleeping in the driver's seat. He slapped the other's cheek gently to wake him up.

He didn't budge. So, he gave a slap (not too harsh) as revenge, revenge for overloading him with work. The sleeping man flinched and sat up straight.

"What do you - "

"Don't shout hyung, we'll get caught."He shushed the furious one.

"Hyung nim, why is he standing here?"

"How do I know? And you just slapped me to ask this. "

The younger one blinked and stared at the handsome man who is standing in front of him.

Then he saw a tired Hoseok walking out of the building.

He attempted to open the door but Suddenly his heart sank after seeing the sight in front of him.

Hoseok hugged Taehyung and Taehyung kissed the other's forehead tugging his hair behind his ears. They both were giggling.

Jungkook's jaw dropped and couldn't think about anything. His hand froze at the door handle and stayed still.He never thought of them being together.

(I got a Deja Vu now)

His idea of apologizing to Hoseok had disappeared. He wanted this to be a dream.

He slapped his manager's arms and heard him hissing.

"So, it's not a dream"

"Jungkook how dare you? Hey isn't that Hoseok?"

"They could be friends right?"He talked to himself with his eyes fixed on the couple.

They get into the car and saw Taehyung kissing the other male. Hoseok pulled away and hit him playfully.

Taehyung laughed and closed the windows.

Tears filled in the brim of his eyes. He should not be hurt but the heart is not always a strong warrior.

- Fate is so unpredictable. It can do anything. I must've been aware of my surroundings before. -

"Hyung, let's go"

"What? We've been waiting here for hours."

"It's okay, we can go home now"

"He is right there. Just talk to him already."

"No, please. Can we leave?"His eyes were filled with tears now. The other looked at his broken state and nodded.

They left without apologizing.

The ride was silent. Then the manager spoke,

"Jungkook there is an award show in two weeks. They invited our label artists. If you're willing, you can attend. What do you say?"

Jungkook was zoned out staring at the Pikachu plushie hanging below the front mirror.

"JUNGKOOK"

"yea. Hyung"

"Did you listen to anything?"

"Uhm.. about an award show right"

"Yeah"

Jungkook thought deeply,

"Will xxx (Jhope's label) artists attend the show?"

"I'll check the participant's list"

Then the manager handed him the participants list. He checked the artists of Jhope's label and searched the staff list. He sighed in relief when he saw the name, 'Jung Hoseok '.

"I'm going, we should face the consequences at least once.Being selfish is good sometimes."

"What are you saying Jungkook?"

"Nothing, I'll attend. Tell the PD about this."

"Okay"

Jungkook gazed out the window looking at the peaceful scenery outside, but his not so good mind of him planned something.

"See you soon hyung."

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Hoseok plopped on the bed right after dinner.

He was exhausted by monitoring the choreo for a boy band and the trainees. The boy band has to perform for the upcoming award show in two weeks and practice regularly.

He melted under the blankets closing his eyes. Then he felt pair of hands touching his legs.

He opened his eyes and saw Taehyung resting his sore foot on his lap massaging the legs.

The younger looked at Hoseok and smiled. "Are you tired?"

Hoseok hummed in response.

"Aww my baby is so tired"

"Yes so tired."He pouted and acted cutely.

Taehyung chuckled and continued the massage.

"Massage the right feet. It's paining there."

The younger nodded and did what he said.

Hoseok smiled softly seeing his boyfriend and made eye contact. Taehyung smiled remembering the first day he met Hoseok.

That was in a study cafe and he argued with him. He was annoyed by him then.(That was when he saw Hoseok's face clearly)

He wondered how this guy had that much patience and dedication to do all those things before. Sometimes, he would think he didn't deserve Hoseok considering the efforts he put to make the other happy.

His admiration didn't change in these 4 years. The smile, the heart eyes, the caring gestures, the silly behavior... everything is the same.

He is even giving flowers to Taehyung occasionally until this day.

~ I must be the luckiest person in this world ~

Then he saw the other yawning with heavy eyes threatening to close. It must be a long day for him.

- but he is never tired to show me his love -

Taehyung thought and stared at the love of his life. A small chuckle escaped his lips without knowing.

"What's funny Tae?"

"Just thinking about our first meet"

"Yeah, You even blushed when I complimented you. You were whipped for me."He laughed pointing his finger at him.

"Isn't the other way around? I remember you calling me your idol and giving me flowers.

Am I still your idol?"

"Of course, I'm always a fan of you."Hoseok said dramatically placing his hands on his chest.

"Ok Fine"The younger laughed.

After a few minutes of good therapy by his boyfriend, Hoseok called him and made grabby hands towards the other.

Without wasting time, the younger lay beside him and wrapped his hands around the older's waist.

Taehyung played with the other's soft hair which is his favorite thing. The older snuggled into the other's chest relaxing in his gentle touches.

"Hobi"

"Hmm"

"Did they give you too much work?"

" The new boy band has a performance in an award show next week. So We have continuous practice. Nothing else."

"don't be hard on yourself."

"Okay"

"Are you free tomorrow?"

"Yeah. I don't have work tomorrow "

"Then we can go outside"

Hoseok lifted his head and met with the other's eyes.

"What about your work?"

"I'll take a day off. Fuck the work. We should go out."

The older chuckled and kissed the other's cheeks.

"Thank you TaeTae"

Taehyung pecked his lips and held him tightly.

He nuzzled Hoseok's hair and whispered, "good night".

"Good night TaeTae"

The older rested his head on Taehyung's chest hugging him.

"I love you so much Hoseok"He mumbled to himself.

Hoseok smiled after hearing that and mouthed 'me too'.

And like that they cuddled drifting into their dreamland.

But they are not aware of the upcoming trouble by someone popular.

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