~Two Weeks Later~

Stuffed animals are amazing

You let out a dramatic sigh as you hold the teddy bear close - the one Jimin got you at the carnival for your first date. Not only is it big, but it faintly smells like him. Granted, you need to get his cologne so you can make it smell even more like him, but still. Wait... that's a great idea.

Without giving yourself a chance to think, you grab your phone and call him, bringing the device to your ear. You hum to yourself as you listen to the rings, keeping your nose right on the top of the bear's head. After a beat the rings go silent. "What's up babe?" his cute voice chimes. "Oh not much, just wanted to hear your voice." "Hi baby," he coos, making you giggle.

"I miss you," you admit, causing him to sigh. "I know. I miss you too. I'll see you after practice tonight, right?" "Of course, can't have you forgetting to walk me home, that would be bad." "Very, knowing you you'd get kidnapped on campus." "Hey!" He chuckles, "I'm just saying." You softly hum, "honestly, you're not wrong." For a few moments, the two of you go quiet.

"Can you come visit?" you whisper-ask, feeling ashamed that you miss him this much. "I'm sorry baby, I have class in a few minutes. Do you want to come meet me?" You nod despite the fact that he can't see you, "sure, where are you?" After listening to the details and directions of how to get to his next class, you hang up and quickly get changed into a dark pink turtle-neck sweater and jeans. Easy enough. It's a perfect fall fit.

You hum to yourself as you skip out of your dorm, the tune in your head sweet and calming like the busy sidewalks you're walking down. You're in a great mood today. And you know what? Being happy while in college is rare apparently, so you're glad you're experiencing it. Pure happiness. How can you not? You have decent grades (that are slowly getting better thanks to Namjoon tutoring you), amazing friends, and a fantastic boyfriend. Everything's fine right now.

Without wasting any time, you make it to the art building, knowing that he has 'art history'. Boring. An interesting topic in theory, but never in execution. If you wanted to know about the history of art, you'd watch fun videos and Google it, not take a whole class on it. Granted, he kind of had to take it for his future major, but still. Boooring.

You mumble to yourself as you look at the class numbers, the students crowding the halls an afterthought. Soon enough, you spot the black-haired boy not too far away. But he's uh... he's talking with Jungkook. Why is Jungkook here? This class is available to freshmen and sophomores, sure, but you didn't think he'd take it. Not to mention him and Jimin aren't on great terms. Not that you know of, anyway. You were under the impression that Jungkook is still cautious around him ever since he hurt you the first time.

Going deeper into your thoughts is probably a bad idea right now, so you shake it off. If you want an explanation, there's an easy way to get one: ask. You skip forward, dodging the incoming students to instead walk up to Jimin. He's leaning against a wall, Jungkook next to him. Even though he's looking the other way, it seems like he senses your presence and quickly turns to find you.

"Baby!" he cheers as soon as he sees you. Always so cute. Jimin practically jumps into your arms, squeezing you tightly while you laugh. Something you love about this relationship: the two of you are always ecstatic when you see each other. It's such a small detail, but when he shows up, you start doing (metaphorical) cartwheels, and when you show up, he squeals like a fifth grader. It makes the two of you feel even more special.

When he backs off, he still keeps you close. "I only have a minute, but we'll make it count," he whispers, pecking your forehead. You hum, keeping your arms around him. "Hey Koo," you say, nodding to the boy shyly standing behind Jimin. He nods, "hi Y/N." Is it just you or does he seem more awkward than normal? Maybe it's your imagination, but these past three weeks he's been a little strange. Granted, he's awkward around anything with a vagina, but still.

"Hey I have a weird question for you," you start, meeting Jimin's eyes. "Hm?" he hums out, raising a single brow. "Where do you get your cologne from?" He stares for a moment, blinking at you. "I'm sorry, I know it's a weird question-" "I'll tell you only if you tell me where you get your perfume from," he interrupts, sheepishly smiling. Aww is the ex playboy getting shy? "Did someone want to have my scent too?" you tease, nudging his shoulder. "Ew," a new male voice says. You and Jimin turn to see Yoongi walking towards the three of you, a scowl on his face. "PDA much?" he questions, going to where Jungkook stands.

"Once you get a girlfriend you'll understand," Jimin replies, but Yoongi shrugs. "I don't think I'm as affectionate as you." Jimin leaves your side temporarily, dramatically pulling Yoongi into a hug. "Ugh," Yoongi groans, refusing to hug back. "I'm not letting go until I feel those arms Mr. Min!" Jimin exclaims, squeezing him tighter. You sigh, turning to Jungkook and opening your arms. "You too, come here," you tease. His ears turn red, but he gives in, walking into your outstretched arms. "Ahh don't kill me your muscles are bigger than my forehead," you whine, him laughing at your joke.

Yoongi finally hugs Jimin back, Jimin cheering. He lets go only a few seconds later. "Okay princess, your three second hug with your guy friend is over." You pout but move back, "jealous?" "Always," he replies with a wink. He looks inside the classroom and sighs. "Gotta go babe. Come over later, I'll give you a bottle of my cologne." You beam, "really?!" He chuckles at your cuteness while Yoongi and Jungkook awkwardly look at each other.

"Of course, anything for my baby. Bring a bottle of your perfume, mkay?" You hum, "mkaaay. Have a good time." He nods, pecking your forehead. "I will, stay safe, text me when you get back." You smile, giving his hand a squeeze before turning to the other two. "Bye bye guys, study properly or I'll cry tonight!" you tease, skipping out of there while waving to them. Yoongi blinks at you while Jungkook smiles, nodding to your words. Well, looks like tonight will be an interesting night, huh?

~~~

The music playing in your ears is an afterthought as you look at your book, reading the words but none of them are really... clicking. So, you quickly take out your earbuds with a huff. You love music more than life itself, but you need to focus on studying too. Dance is in an hour, you don't have much time. Right after you're going over Jimin's. Any study time you have is much needed. Normally you study during the day in between classes, but you were too busy dancing around your room while planning what gift to get Jimin for your one month anniversary.

That's another thing - your one month anniversary is five days away. Isn't that insane? You find it insane, that's for sure. Before you can delve deeper into your thoughts, a male figure sits down across from you, you looking up to meet his eyes.

"Jin? You know what the library is?" "Ha," he dryly replies, "I have good grades I'll have you know." "In cooking class maybe," you tease, him frowning. "I'll have you know I'm probably a top student... if all the other students had C's." You snort, "you and your jokes." You shake your head with a small smile, "how can I help you this fine evening?"

"Are you busy?" Jin asks, a hint of nervousness in his tone. Although you're surprised, you look at your book. Well, friends are more important at the end of the day. It's not like you have any exams coming up, you can do some extra work tomorrow. Jin deserves some attention. You're slightly surprised he's coming to you, but you're not complaining.

"Wanna take a walk?" you offer, closing your textbook. "Are you sure? I can come back later," he says. You shake him off, "nonsense. Let's take a walk, my eyes are twitching anyway. Not a good sign." "Sleep deprivation," Jin points out, "eyes twitch a lot when you have that." "Really? Huh... that would explain it." "Get to bed early tonight young lady!" he teases, causing you to smile and playfully roll your eyes.

You stand, holding your book close, "this way." He follows like a little duckling, you leading him out of the library. It's the early evening, so the sun is starting to set but it's still high enough that the pretty nature is highlighted by the golden rays. On instinct you lead him towards the nature preserve, your hair gently being brushed back by the wind.

"Everything okay with you?" you ask, breaking the silence. He's clearly beyond nervous. When Jin shuts up, that's how you know he's nervous. "Uh... you won't judge me, right?" You stop, him stopping with you. Alright, now you're definitely concerned. "Jin, I would never, ever judge you for anything. Ever," you place a hand on his shoulder, "you can talk to me whenever you need, okay?" Jin softens up, "thank you... just uh, please don't tell her I said this?" You raise a brow, "her?" Your hand drops from his shoulder as he nervously scratches the back of his neck. "I'm... starting to like Chaeyoung." Your jaw drops. "Chaeyoung? Really?" "I know, I know, I haven't really talked to her but she's really pretty and funny. I want to get to know her more." "Dude." "Dude?" Jin asks, blinking. "DUDE!"

You almost screech like a banshee, bouncing up and down excitedly. "This is the BEST DAY EVER my bestie might FINALLY get a boyfriend!" you squeal, "oh my gosh, I'll plan the wedding. What day are you free this summer-" "Y/N!" he hisses, turning red as you laugh. "Sorry, sorry, couldn't resist. Luckily for you, she really digs older guys, so you have a solid chance." "You think?" he shyly asks. Aww who knew Jin could get shy? "How about this... I'll help you win her heart." He raises a brow, "how?" "Easy! First we start with a group. How about I bring Chae and myself over for dinner one night. That way both Namjoon and me can be there. We can start slow, maybe some little convos here and there... then bam! You ask her to come over for dinner one on one, see how it goes!"

"That's... not a bad plan." "I'm smart, what can I say? I study, unlike some people," you tease, playing poking his chest. "I have senioritis, okay?" he scoffs, playfully crossing his arms over the place you just poked. "Mhmmm," you draw out, raising both your brows. "We can do this Jin, okay?" He gives you a grateful smile, nodding, "I'm in your debt." "Yes, you are. And if this works, you're even more in my debt. Make me food whenever I ask. That's my price." "Ugh, so annoying." "I get that a lot," you cheekily reply, "is that a yes or no?" He pouts, "yes."

You cheer, smiling brightly, "don't worry, I'll only ask a couple times." "Oh thank goodness-" "A week." He blinks at you with an emotionless expression, making you laugh. "Come on Jinnie, you have to get used to me, after all in order to get on Chaeyoung's good side... you have to be on mine. Best friend code." Jin sighs, holding out his hand. "I know we haven't talked too much compared to you with the other boys... but let's do this. Close friends?" he questions. You look at his hand for a moment, then hum, shaking it. "Close friends."

~~~

Jimin lets out a long breath, setting the last dish on the drying rack. "Can you stay?" he asks her. "Stay?" she asks as if not understanding the question. "Stay the night? You can go to class in my clothes. Take a shower here, eat breakfast here. Tae won't mind. He has a 6 a.m. class, he'll be gone before you're even awake," he softly explains.

She back hugs him, kissing his nape. "You want me to stay?" she mumbles, gently rocking him back and forth. "I do... I know we haven't slept together since..." he trails off for a moment, "but, I really want to have you in my arms tonight. I want to cuddle you and have your gorgeous face be the first thing I see in the morning." He looks back at her, the girl innocently peeking up at him. "I want you," he admits.

Y/N smiles, pecking his lips, "okay. I'll stay the night." He lets out a breath of relief, then, clears his throat. "Cover your ears babe." She does. "TAE! Y/N'S STAYING THE NIGHT!" he screams. "YOU'RE CLEANING THE SHEETS!" Tae screams back. He laughs, Y/N getting flustered. Even with her ears covered she heard that, damn.

"Let's go baby," he coos, not giving her a chance to protest. He picks her up, her letting out a 'woah' as he carries her bridal style, navigating through his apartment. When they reach his room, he kicks the door shut behind him, placing her down on the mattress.

His room isn't the biggest, but now it feels more alive. At the carnival, she won him more plushies than he can count. He thought winning that unicorn for her was impressive. But no, she showed him up rather easily. She's a crane machine wizard - it's insane. They're all on the small side, but they're still so cute. He has a German Shepherd, a giraffe (something Jimin will never be), a turtle, a penguin beanie baby, and many many more. They're all propped up around his room: four on his desk, three near his window, the others on his dresser while his personal favorite, a small tiger, is on his bed. Okay... maybe he cuddles it every night but that's besides the point.

Regardless, he quickly takes it off the bed, placing it on top of his closed laptop before coming back over to her. She's cutely bouncing on his mattress, feeling the material underneath her fingertips. That's another thing: she always feels the need to touch everything, almost as if to confirm that it's real. Cute.

"Sorry, broke college kid. Not the biggest bed." She shakes him off, "bigger than mine. Plus, I'll probably get the best sleep I've ever had tonight." He raises a brow, causing her to fiddle with her fingers. "Cause you're here..." He smiles brightly, stripping down to his boxers. She stares in shock, him looking at her in concern. "You okay?" he asks, knitting his brows together. "Abs," she murmurs. He looks down, then chuckles, "ah shit, sorry babe. Forgot to warn you, I sleep without clothes." "Clearly." "You should do the same," he suggests, her hissing at him. He laughs at her adorable nature, crawling over her and plopping down, lying besides her.

She groans, causing him to raise a brow. "What is it?" he softly asks. She brings something he can't quite see out of her pocket, tracing her index finger across it. For a moment, she hesitates. Then, she shows it to him. "My mother gave it to me," she mumbles, motioning for him to take it. "I sat on it by accident, I always keep it in my pocket wherever I go. It's supposed to bring good luck," she explains.

"I don't show many people it..." she mutters, almost as if embarrassed. He smiles, taking it into his hand and placing it close to his heart. "In that case, I'll cherish it," he whispers, gently kissing her forehead. She returns his smile, "thank you." He scoots closer, "do you want to keep this on my desk? Right next to Tilly the Tiger? Bring her good luck that'll transfer to me when I cuddle her tomorrow?"

She laughs, "Tilly the Tiger? You cuddle Tilly the Tiger?" He pouts, "don't laugh at me." "I'm not I'm not, I promise." She boops his nose, "I find it adorable, actually." "You... you do?" She hums, placing one hand on his cheek, "just like you." Okay, that was smooth. Almost as smooth as Kim Seokjin's skin.

"Why Tilly the Tiger?" she tiredly asks, yawning ever so slightly. "My mom... she used to read me a book called 'Tilly the Tiger' all the time when I was a kid. She always told me how that story put me right to sleep every time without fail. Crying like an idiot? Bam, Tilly the Tiger put me to sleep. Angry? Tilly the Tiger. Energetic?" "Tilly the Tiger," she whispers, softly smiling at his childhood story.

"So you have your little good luck charm from your mom... I have my Tiger that keeps me safe. Combine them and we get luck and safety. Perfection if you ask me," he hums out, her cutely nodding in agreement. "Then I'll go make Tilly the Tiger hold it." She slips away from his reach, causing him to frown at the sudden lack of proximity. He needs her on his chest, right now. He needs to hold her. 

Jimin watches as she helps Tilly hold the small charm, her smiling to herself as she finishes. "Ta-da," she chimes, turning back and sauntering over. She goes under the covers, pecking his nose. Wow, she's really his... wow...

His arm goes around her stomach, turning her so he can bring her back up against his chest. Without even thinking, he gently kisses her neck, his fingers massaging her stomach. "You're so... beautiful," he whispers in between kisses, wetting her neck before softly blowing over the spots he made. "Mmm... Min..." she hums, her eyes closed.

"Tired princess?" She nods, yawning. "Come here my precious," he murmurs. She agrees, turning so her chest can press up against his. She opens her eyes momentarily, wrapping her arms around his torso. Jimin pecks her lips, smiling sweetly. "Goodnight baby... sweet dreams." She returns his smile, "goodnight. Don't choke me in your sleep." "Kinky." She giggles, whacking his chest in a playful manner before burying her head there, her skin hitting his warm bare chest. He lets out a breath he didn't know he was holding, his arms squeezing her as tightly as possible. The urge to scream 'I love you' is overwhelming, but he knows she's not there yet. Even when he's tried to flirt or get things spicy, she hasn't really reciprocated. If she's not ready for sex (which he can't blame her for after what happened last time), she's probably not ready for an 'I love you'.

For the next ten minutes, he stares at his wall, her breathing the most relaxing sound to him. Every once in a while her stomach will growl, making him snicker. She's so cute - so natural. He loves it. She'll probably get woken up by his snores, poor girl isn't ready for that. He's not Jungkook or Namjoon level, but when her ear is right next to his mouth and nose, she's totally screwed (and not in the fun way).

As soon as the ten minutes pass, he concludes that he's bored and can't sleep. She smells so good. Such a weird thing to notice, but he notices weird things when he's bored. They exchanged what they said they would when she came over. He got a bottle of her perfume, she got his cologne. Easy enough... but it feels special. Really special, and he's not sure why.

"Baby?" he softly whispers, his breath dancing across her ear. When she doesn't answer, he sighs. "Are you asleep?" he whispers again, making sure to keep his voice low. Such a dumb question. 'Are you asleep?' - like no shit Jimin. If she didn't answer the first time, what do you think her answer will be? Valedictorian at his high school by the way!

After a few seconds of waiting, she still doesn't make any noise. So, he deems it safe. "I love you," he murmurs, nearly tearing up at his own confession. He waits again, but nothing. "I love you so much princess... I wish I could scream it..." He pecks her head gently, being careful not to wake her. "I love you... I love you Y/N L/N..." he repeats, knowing to get it out now to make himself feel better. He wants to say it again and again, but instead, he lets out another sigh. He loves her so much it's insane.

"You're my angel," he mutters so quietly he barely heard himself. "You're everything to me... I can't wait for our one month..." he continues. Being able to say this to her without actually saying it to her is amazing. If she's faking being asleep, he'll probably shoot himself. However, based on the way she's practically drooling, he's guessing she isn't faking.

Regardless he keeps her close, kissing her forehead one last time before shutting his eyes. He should at least try and sleep... for her sake. If he doesn't, he'll keep saying 'I love you' over and over. Jimin lets out a breath. Ah fuck it, what's one more? He softly smiles, finally feeling a stroke of tiredness hit him.

"I love you baby."

~~~

A/N: No, Y/N wasn't awake. I know this story is cliché but we're not that cliché guys. I have some dignity... key word: some.

Also - YEP Jin is going to end up being the guy best friend. Screaming brb.