My life changed with the two sudden knocks at the door, who knew this was the start of a whirlwind of emotions. It's strange to think without our unlikely and awkward meeting, we wouldn't be where we are now.
Let us begin with the story and judge for yourself.

Knock
Knock

"Taehyung come downstairs, they are finally here," my mum called out her voice thrilled with excitement.

I quickly took one final glance at the mirror and studied my calm composure but unsteady hands.
I rushed downstairs and greeted my mum with a look of uncertainty and uneasiness.

She smiled encouragingly at me and I could see she was mentally preparing herself as she brushed the invisible dust off her petit coral blue dress.
She did a few final touchups which kind of seemed pointless, even though she was radiating and glowing.

She took one final glance at me and swiftly opened the front door.

I suddenly felt my hands go slightly clammy and stopped myself from gritting my teeth.

I bet you are all wondering who we are all waiting for.
Here walks in my mother's new boyfriend.

He was tall, taller than me. Probably around 6ft and I noticed he had a slightly stubbly chin. He was smiling adoringly at my mother giving her a bouquet of white lilies.

My mother's favourite. I clenched my fists in utter annoyance.
Those were the flowers my father would always give to my mother, it didn't feel right that some stranger who I barely knew was doing the same thing.

He wore a casual attire that made him look defined musculature.
He probably worked out a lot, I thought to myself.

I didn't trust guys who worked out in their mid-thirties or early forties. Don't get me wrong! I know exercising is good for you, but who is he trying to impress?

Despite his casual attire, there was something harder-edged about him in person, which made him stand out.

He looked at me and I bowed my head down in respect, however, he surprised me with a crushing embrace. I didn't know whether I should return the hug, so I left my arms awkwardly to the side waiting for him to finish.

He finally let me go and my head drifted in and out a complete daze.

"No need for formalities Taehyung",
he said smiling, flashing his pearly whites.

I mumbled a sorry and felt out of place almost discomforted. I gave a sideways glance to my mum, but she seemed too besotted and infatuated with Daniel, her new boyfriend to notice me.

Daniel turned around and his eyebrows furrowed in confusement and dismay. My mother looked at him.

"What's wrong?" she said.

"Jungkook was right beside me, but he's gone." He raked his fingers through his hair. It seemed like it was a habit for him to do that when he was in distress.

Mum grabbed my arm and pulled me aside, directly holding my gaze.
"Taehyung can you go and look for Jungkook, I'm sure he hasn't wandered far, so tell him his dad is worried and dinner will get cold,"

"Do I have to?" I whispered.
She gave me a final warning look. A look which meant no further discussions, do what you're told.

So I did.

I heaved a deep sign and stepped outside closing the door behind me.

Immediately I groaned in frustration and stared up at the inky black sky as I set my mind to find the annoying brat.

Mum already told me a few things about Jungkook, such as he's the same age as me, although I am a few months older. He likes to play video games and apparently from my mother's point of view he's very attractive.

pffftt attractive my ass.

He's acting like a pain in the neck leaving, wanting someone to look for him.

I understand it must feel weird and strange for both of us since we are in the same situation, but he doesn't have to downright bail and disappear.

I would have said no to search for him but my mum would have pulled my hair and dragged me outside if I ignored her request.

My eyes are unable to adjust to the darkness and I thank my luck I brought my phone. I turn on the flashlight, which helped guide my way as I directed it towards bushes and any small hiding spots.

I don't even know how big this kid is...

I heard a small shuffle of feet and my heart lurched in fear. I softly called out his name.

"Jungkook?" I said.

When I heard no response back, I tried again but firmer.

"Jungkook, is that you?"

I waited again for a few seconds and to my disbelief. Only silence.

I stood up straight and having no lead, walked further towards the direction of the small motion of noise.

I heard a whimper and ran like lightening towards it, afraid it might disappear.

I come to an immediate stop as I look to the ground seeing Jungkook on the floor, his back leaning against the trunk of a tree and his head drooped low.
He looked almost pitiful.

At that moment I instantly felt sorry for him. I decided not to bring the light of the flash near his face and so turned off the flashlight, placing my phone in the pocket of my suit.

I took one good look at his miserable state and was lost for words, having no idea as to what to say.
What would anyone say in this situation?

"Hi, I'm Kim Taehyung," I stated plainly.

I wanted to kick myself. What kind of introduction was that!

He looked up at me, as though he just realised, I was standing here and finally acknowledged my presence.

"Hi," He mumbled a response back.

Well, at least he said something. I leaned down beside him, still a bit nervous if the closeness would startle him. But he didn't turn away or move, in fact, his head gently rested on my shoulder. Closing the gap between us.

He finally spoke again.
"How can you be okay with all this?"

I felt my body go stiff. I admit I was taken back a bit, but I did understand where he was coming from. I thought for a while and told him the truth.

"I just want my mum to be happy".

We both gazed at the night together and the chill of the early autumn weather felt nice and calming almost refreshing.

Our legs were touching and I could feel his trembles as he breathed out a deep shaky breath. I didn't know what to do, so I gently nudged him and pointed it out.

"Are you okay?" I said.

He didn't reply.

"My mother passed away 2 years ago..." he whispered.

He took another deep shaky breath.

"Even though Dad said he loved her unconditionally. Here he comes all happy and excited wanting me to have dinner with you and his new girlfriend." He said.

I felt a stung of hurt when he referred to me as "you". As though I wanted to be in this place and position. As though I liked this any more than he did.

"Get up!"He looked at me startled.

"Stop moping around, it won't achieve anything."

I couldn't see his face in the dark, so without even thinking I kneeled in front of him and gently took his face into my hands, cupping his cold cheeks.

I felt cold stained tears on his cheeks and brushed them off. He is like a child. I stood up and gave him my hand, he entwined his fingers with mine.

Immediately a sudden zing of electricity passed through my body. I shivered.

We both stood up and walked hand in hand back to the house. I was able to see his height was the same as me. Plus the size of his hand was bigger than mine. He probably has a bigger...

I shook my head wanting to remove that thought.

"You okay?" Jungkook asked seeming very concerned.

"Yes, I'm fine," I replied almost distraught.

Jungkook was the first to let go of my hand, and I knocked on the front door. Wanting someone to quickly come and open it. After a few seconds. I knocked again harder and a bit more desperately.

My mother opens the door, with a bright smile on her face. As she ushers us both in. She takes Jungkook's coat and he bows his head to her. She gave me a look which read "didn't I tell you he's gorgeous".

Daniel (aka Jungkook's father) looks unhappily at him. He turns to me and thanks me for looking for him. I could feel a slight tension between the two. But decided not to dwell on it, since it had nothing to do with me.

"Boys you should both wash your hands," my mother said almost enjoying this. I gritted my teeth. She's only met him for a few minutes and is addressing both of us as though we are brothers.

In your dreams, I thought to myself.

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A/N: hey this is WiseGalaxy 😌and welcome to the fanfic of Taekook. I will be uploading this fanfic once a week.

I've had this draft saved on wattpad for a while but never posted it. So I'm glad I've finally taken the initiative to finish this off.

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