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Jungkook was arrogant and looked down at people a lot when it comes to gaming...

Actually, not just gaming, he was like that in everything. He would harshly mock at his friends when they did a single mistake in gaming. And, most of the time, he would take the lead and do all the work knowing that they sucked at it anyway. Even when they were doing homework, Jungkook would laugh at his friends when they studied too hard and call them nerds. And even if they study too less he would mock them saying that they didn't care for their grades or that it didn't make any difference since they didn't have enough brainpower to do them anyways. Eventually, his friends didn't want to play with him anymore and Jungkook didn't care either.

He was a terrible person, even Jungkook admitted it. But, from the fact that both his parents had closed their connections to him, it was reasonable for Jungkook to behave this way.

Though, ever since Jungkook's started this indie game, his whole life turned upside down. He felt himself beginning to feel things he's never felt before.

He learned to feel empathy for others.

But most importantly, he felt love.

The love that he never got from his parents.

The love from Yoongi and the other boys.

The love that Taehyung sacrificed to him.

But he can't have any of that. No, not yet.

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"Taehyung... I think... we should stop with this..."

"Kookie... what's wrong? Was it something I did?" Taehyung searched for the boy's eyes worriedly.

"No.. it's-"

"Taehyung, come over here for a sec!" Namjoon's voice was heard from the other side. DANG IT JOON HYUNG.

"Alright, hyung." The boy called back, glancing at Jungkook before heading towards the room.

His head was still running with thoughts about what Jungkook said earlier. What could he have possibly done to make Jungkook push him away like that? Was he misunderstanding that Jungkook loved him the same way as he did?  MAYBE he should've taken advantage of Kookie when he's drunk... honestly that was a bad move...

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"Boys, let's start the meeting." Namjoon, Jin, and Taehyung headed out of the room, who seemed to have a private talk earlier. The boys gathered around once again in the living room.

"After considering what you've all said, I've decided that we should put Jungkook's father to safety with us and attempt to persuade Jimin to come with us if we can." Namjoon stated, looking around the room at the boys' reactions.

"I'm fine with whatever." Yoongi shrugged at his seat. Jin, who previously argued about staying safe, somewhat seemed more calm after talking to Namjoon privately before. Jungkook internally sighed in relief, knowing that the leader considered his father's safety.  At last, the boys were in agreement.

"However, if we do so. We must remember to avoid danger as much as possible since the boss is after us. Understand?"

"Yes, hyung." The boys replied.

"Kay, let's get to work."

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Taehyung swerved right onto the highway.  "Where are we going?" Jungkook casually asked, looking up from his phone.

"The way Namjoon told us to go, of course." The older replied calmly, though his hands holding the wheel tighter than necessarily as Jungkook noticed. Something about the atmosphere seemed strange as well.

About an hour passed on the highway and Jungkook was starting to doubt they were going anywhere near Jungkook's father.  "Taehyung? TAEHYung!" Jungkook sat forward, completely turning to look at the older with a frown. "Hyung, tell me. Where is Namjoon hyung sending us?"

The younger saw what seems to be tears in Taehyung's eyes. Wait... tears?

The car passed a sign, Incheon.

"... You're taking me to the airport." Jungkook realized.

"Namjoon and I discussed about this, Jungkook. It's the best for you." Taehyung kept his eyes forward, avoiding eye contact with Jungkook.  It wasn't long before the two arrived in front of the airport.  The older unlocked the car door. "The plane ticket in your bag will take you to Australia. You'll be safe once-"

"Taehyung!" Jungkook stopped him. His eyes filled with hurt. "No, I don't want this. I'm going with you guys to save my father."

"Jin's waiting for you in the airport. He's gonna make sure you get the flight." Taehyung's voice shook a little, though his eyes were fixed on the road. "Goodbye, Kookie."

"I'm not getting off the car." Jungkook crossed his arms, staying put on his seat. "There's no way you're gonna leave me behind."

Taehyung got off the car to open Jungkook's door. "Get off."

"Nope."

The older forcefully got the boy's seatbelt off, pulling him out the car. "Hey!" Jungkook squeaked, frantically straining from Taehyung's grip as the older dragged the his hand into the airport. "T-Tae, please! It hurts."

Taehyung flung the boy forward, where Jungkook stumbled to his feet. His eyes stuck to the floor, embarrassed that some eyes were glancing at them in the airport.

"Taehyung. There's no need to be so harsh to the kid." Jungkook recognized Jin's voice, though he barely looked up.

"He wouldn't cooperate."

Jin narrowed his eyes, his arms crossed. "You two obviously have something up. I'm gonna let you two talk this through before I send the kid off." The older walked off, all while keeping an eye on Taehyung.

"No, don't g- oh, fine." Taehyung sighed in annoyance. "Please, Kookie. Don't be mad at me. I had to do this. I don't want to put you in danger. Especially when you have hold of your father's bank code."

Jin's voice yelled, "No, Taehyung! Not that!  WE discussed about this earlier."

Taehyung rolled his eyes, hesitating before he spoke, "Fine, sorry I've been harsh with you. The truth is I'm confused with what you feel about me. You've been pushing me away lately and-"

Jungkook finally looked up, teary eyed. "I-I love you, Tae. I love you a lot."

At that moment, Taehyung's head bursted with a ton of confused thoughts, "But you told me earlier that we should stop all of this."

"I did. It's because... I feel guilty."

"Guilty?"

"Yeah. My father is in trouble and I'm here playing around with you. I should be worried about him but I wasn't and now he's probably suffering a lot."

The older stroked Jungkook's hair, getting his attention. "Kookie love, you're not playing around with me.  Don't ever think that way."

Jungkook looked up, his eyes softened.

"There was nothing you could have done to save your father. So it was best that you let go of your stress.  You needed something to ease your worries.  Especially last night." The older gently brushed the boy's bangs. "Last night was the most peaceful I've ever seen you, Kooks."

"Last night was the best I've ever had." Jungkook looked down, his cheeks flustered.

Taehyung felt his chest warm in pleasure. "I'm glad you feel that way too."

The younger smiled, the loving smile Taehyung haven't seen since last night.  "Listen to me, Jungkook.  I want you to let go of your worries completely. The boys and I can handle the boss ourselves and save your father. I will promise you that." Taehyung soothed, bringing Jungkook closer to his chest. "Please. I just want you safe, Kookie."

"Alright, Taehyung.  I'll go." Jungkook gave in, head buried in the older's embrace.

"That's my boy."

The younger couldn't help but smile a little while leaning on the boy's chest.

Taehyung caressed the boy's back, feeling cozy like home.  "Jungkook, can I ask you... one last question?"

"O-okay."

"Can I kiss you, again? Before you leave."

Jungkook twisted his foot shyly.  "Maybe."

"Just KISs already!  The plane is almost taking flight!" Jin yelled from afar, not sure how the boy could possibly hear their conversation.  Jungkook giggled at Jin while Taehyung shot a glare at the older.  In return, Jin gave a sly grin with his thumbs up.

Before Taehyung had his mind ready, Jungkook hovered close to his lips.  Taehyung backed away a slight bit in surprise as the boy pecked gently but quickly on his lips.  "Alright!  That's the kiss."  The boy booped Taehyung's nose before he could process what just happened.  

"Wait... what?!  That doesn't count!"  Taehyung chuckled in disbelief.

"Well, I'm gonna give you a proper one when I come back."  The younger stuck his tongue, which Taehyung found really adorable despite the fact that he couldn't have the kiss he so desperately wanted at the moment.  Jungkook looked irresistibly... kissable.

Taehyung internally sighed, knowing that he should send the younger off.  "Now go, my little Kookie.  You can come back when this is all over, okay?"

"Yep!  I'll come back."  Jungkook grinned, showing his bunny like teeth.

"I love you."

"I love you more."

"I love you three thous-"

"I love you a googol."

"What?"

"Just showing that I love you more.  Cause I always win."  Jungkook giggled, giving a small wave before disappearing in security check.  Taehyung eyed his boy the whole way, waving back.  Gosh, he's gonna miss the boy so bad.

"You can stop waving now, Taehyung..."  

Taehyung shot right up to his senses, realizing his hand still moving.  "Oh..."  

Jin snickered, teasing Taehyung with a nudge.  "How the hell did we afford an airplane ticket by the way."  Jin started as the two boys walked out of the airport.

"Well, duh.  I'm a hacker.  It's obviously fake." Taehyung smirked cooly to show off at his hyung.  A part of him was finally at ease knowing that Jungkook was safe now.  Though, he couldn't help but feel empty.

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(Authornim: a googol = 10^100 just so you know keheheh )