As time passed, Jungkook and Master Kim found themselves drawn closer, even though they remained unaware of the budding affection between them. Quietly, they went the extra mile for each other, such as Master Kim delving into gardening videos to appreciate Jungkook's passion, while Jungkook diligently worked on his art to connect with Master Kim's admiration for it.

Both sought a way to bridge the distance between them, a chance to connect more deeply. Their shared hobbies provided a path to greater intimacy, and they spent hours engaged in conversation.

One sunny day, inspiration struck Jungkook, urging him to paint something. He assembled his supplies and ventured into his thriving balcony garden, nurtured through weeks of unwavering effort. A month's worth of watering, weed-pulling, and diligent care had transformed it into a living fantasy realm. The sight of his blooming garden brought a warm smile to Jungkook's face, and the praise from Master Kim, who admired it, deepened his delight.

In the evening, Jungkook decided to put his artistic talents to use on a canvas. Although he had loved art from a young age, the burdens of responsibility stemming from his adoption by Mr. Gu had held him back. He painted with a newfound passion, his hands gliding expertly over the canvas, despite it being his first time working on a large scale.

As evening descended, Jungkook carefully placed the painting in the living room to dry before taking a shower. Upon his return, he found Master Kim inspecting the artwork with a puzzled frown. Jungkook approached, only to realise that the painting had captivated Master Kim's interest.

Nervously, Jungkook laughed and scratched his neck. He tried to explain the situation but was frozen in place when Master Kim requested him to step aside. In an effort to comply, he shifted, and unexpectedly, a misstep caused Jungkook to tumble onto Master Kim. Their unexpected collision left them entangled on the floor, with Jungkook landing atop Master Kim, the elder's hands wrapped protectively around Jungkook's waist.

In the ensuing moments, they found themselves ensnared in an unspoken connection, gazing deeply into each other's eyes. The warmth and closeness were undeniable. But as the seconds passed, Jungkook's delicate fingers traced the lines of Master Kim's mask, awakening the older man from his trance. The tender touch of Jungkook's hands prompted a firm grip on his wrists, eventually snapping both back to reality.

"What are you doing, Jungkook?" Master Kim inquired, to which Jungkook responded with a stammer, "I... I don't know." After they carefully disentangled themselves, Jungkook felt a void where warmth and security had been, while Master Kim, too, missed the reassuring feeling of holding Jungkook.

After grappling with their emotions and mutual confusion, Master Kim noticed traces of green acrylic paint on Jungkook's fingers, leading to the suspicion that Jungkook was the artist behind the painting. Jungkook, caught off guard, initially denied it, but when Master Kim pointed out the "JK" signature, he had no choice but to confess. He claimed he had simply ordered the painting, though he had a clear hand in its creation.

Amused, Master Kim questioned Jungkook about the green paint on his hands, prompting Jungkook to flee. He ran to the balcony, concealing himself beneath the swing, but Master Kim was in hot pursuit. Jungkook remained hidden for a while, assuming he was caught in a playful deception. Eventually, he left his hiding place, convinced he had been tricked, and headed to his room, oblivious to the presence of someone concealed within.

Edited by: @peacefulregrets
A cliffhanger!!
I am sorry but not sorry hehe (⁠ ⁠ꈍ⁠ᴗ⁠ꈍ⁠)
Until then lots of love
~ Author Mi