Chapter 41

Two months later

Quite a bit of time had passed since you and Taehyung had started dating. Life continued on peacefully- you had headed back to work and continued managing ATEEZ. Ever since you found out about HongJoong and Mingi, the three of you have become closer. You noticed yourself coming to the two of them for the occasional advice or chat. 

Because you and Taehyung had busy work schedules, the two of you have struggled to meet each other. Whenever you did meet, it was usually at night- Taehyung shadow-traveled to your house. After a long chat and cuddling session, he would bid farewell and leave- rarely did he stay the night. 'Don't tempt me, I'm trying my best to hold myself back love' is what he'd tell you before giving you a goodbye kiss. 

However, today was a joyous day- the sun seemed to shine brighter as the birds sang happier. It was the first day in two months did you and Taehyung have the same day off. 'Let's go on a date' he had suggested last time- you happily agreed.

There was just one thing standing in your way- what were you going to wear? It was chilly outside, so you crossed out the idea of wearing a dress or skirt. In the end, you had black jeans on, a soft cream sweater, and some cute ankle boots. You had wanted to dress yourself up, but the nice things in your closet was out of season with today's weather. As a result, you focused more on your face- curling your hair and making sure your makeup was on point. 

"You look beautiful," Taehyung's low voice called out. You turned around, seeing him step out of the shadows. He had on a matching outfit- a similar cream colored sweater tucked into his black pants. He had on black sneakers with a belt around his perfect waist- a long dark grey trench coat finished his look. His blue hair was a beautiful mess but it suited his look. Long story short, he was gorgeous. 

"You look handsome yourself," you replied, smiling. Taehyung closed the distance between you, wrapping his arms around you before giving you a kiss. 

"Why thank you," Taehyung kissed, "but you know what would finish that look?"  

"What?" 

"Your boyfriend's coat," Taehyung answered before removing his trench coat. He helped you into it before breaking out into a laughter. Turning around, you looked at yourself in the mirror- wondering what was so funny. 

"Haha, very funny," you said lamely, throwing Taehyung a look. His coat, originally reaching his mid thigh, went down slightly past your knees. Taehyung's broad shoulders had filled up the coat but on you, the coat sloped down sadly on your shoulders. It was too big for you. 

"You look adorable," Taehyung smiled, giving you another kiss. He took off the trench coat and put it back on. "Where is the other jacket of mine you had?" 

"The Gucci one?" you asked, remembering it. It had been in your closet ever since Jin threw it to you over two months ago. 

"Yeah," Taehyung answered before opening your closet. He found the jacket immediately and put it on you. It was black with embroidered red roses- green vines intertwining around each blossom. "There, beautiful." 

"Me or the jacket?" you asked as you turned around to the mirror- checking out how it looked on you. It was a nice way to finish your look. 

"The jacket," Taehyung replied, earning a swat from you. "Just kidding, obviously you love." He gave you another peck and you forgave him. "You ready?" he asked after kissing you. 

"Yeah," you answered as he held onto your hand. 

"I can't drive so shadow-traveling is the other way to go- hold on tight," Taehyung smiled as darkness fell onto you. 

...

Last time you had shadow-traveled, you had blacked out. This time- luckily- you didn't. Ever since you had become Taehyung's blood pact pair, your body had become stronger- able to withstand Taehyung's vampire thingy things now. 

The two of you popped up into a dark alley. Taehyung steadied you as he whipped out a mask and cap out of his pockets. You helped him put them on. 

"I know, you're sad you can't see my handsome face," Taehyung sighed as the two of you stepped out into the street- his hand holding yours, "but the last thing we need is paparazzi attacking my beautiful girlfriend." 

You laughed as the two of you entered a cafe. After ordering, the two of you sat in an alcove- hidden behind potted plants in the back of the cafe. When everything you ordered came, Taehyung took off his mask. 

"Ah," Taehyung said, opening his mouth wide. You stopped your fork midair, about to take a bite of the cake. "Come on, feed me," Taehyung finished. 

Rolling your eyes, you gave Taehyung the first bite. "How is it?" you asked. 

"Sweet, but not as sweet as you," Taehyung answered, giving you another kiss. The more time that passed since the two of you started dating, Taehyung had become more like a kid- clingy, wanting, and extremely cute. You didn't mind of course- more kisses from Taehyung.

He tasted like cake.

...

"I had fun today," Taehyung sighed happily, swinging his arm that was holding your hand. The two of you walked lazily in a park. It was late at night but the city lights reflected onto the Han River beautiful- illuminating it with colors of gold, white, blue, green, red, or any color to be specific. 

"Me too," you answered. It was true. After visiting the cafe, Taehyung had taken you everywhere- his shadow-traveling cutting down the commuting time down to zero. You had gone to the movies- you had begged Taehyung to not watch a horror movie. After the movies the two of you visited various street food vendors- trying out all sorts of different things to fill up on for lunch. After lunch, the two of you went shopping- Taehyung had bought you an entire outfit that you didn't want to know the price of. On the other hand, you made Taehyung don on an entire hot pink outfit- taking a picture of and setting it as your lock screen. Jin would have been so proud. The two of you were now finishing the day with a walk at the Han River. 

"I wish we could do this more often," Taehyung continued- kicking a pebble in front of him, "In fact, I wish we could spend more time together." He had taken off his mask, the park was practically empty. Taehyung still kept his cap on, for his blue hair was still an attention beacon. 

"Me too." You gave Taehyung's hand a squeeze and he turned to look at you. Cocking his head sideways, he waited. Oh right, a kiss. You gave him a peck and he smiled before walking again, swinging your interconnected hands back and forth. 

"You know, what if you became our manager instead? Specifically my manager?" Taehyung asked. 

"That would be nice," you answered, "But I can't-"

"Ditch ATEEZ, I know," Taehyung sighed, finishing for you. "You know we could arrange a way so that both sides are winners." 

"I'm sure you can- you're Kim Taehyung after all," you giggled. Taehyung proudly puffed his chest out before turning around so you could give him another kiss. You swore that Taehyung functioned on your kisses more rather than blood. 

"Would you think about it though?" Taehyung asked, his expression serious again. 

"Yeah, of course- I just need to talk it out with the others," you replied. 

"Great, the rest of the members have already agreed to have you as one of our manager by the way," Taehyung smiled. "Now let's get you home- I sense someone eyeing my girl." 

"Okay." Taehyung gave you another kiss before pulling you into a hidden place and into the shadows- his heat warm against you. 

...

"Good night love," Taehyung murmured, kissing you. You were in bed, snuggled. Taehyung had waited for you to shower and get ready for bed- he always did it. 'Your soap smell is nice' is what he'd use to explain. 

"Good night," you replied. Taehyung gave you another look before disappearing. He had left his sweater for you, leaving your house in only a buttoned up trench coat. 'No one will know that I'm half naked under here, but make sure you wear this next time.' 

You smiled before setting an alarm for work tomorrow. It was really late and you knew you were going to be really tired tomorrow but you didn't regret it- you'd give up sleep for Taehyung any day. 

Well, most of the time at least.

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chapter forty-one end

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