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As Y/n slowly woke up, she immediately realized that her head was pounding with a terrible headache. Memories of the previous night flooded back to her, and she groaned inwardly, realizing that she must have consumed one too many drinks.

Rubbing her temples, Y/n slowly sat up and looked around the room, realizing she was alone. Her heart sank a little as she recalled Taehyung, was nowhere to be found. She had hoped that maybe he was here, ready to explain what had happened while she was drunk.

Determined to find some answers, Y/n hastily got out of bed and decided to freshen up, hoping that clarity would come with a change of scenery and clothes. She quickly showered and changed into a fresh set of clothes, feeling a bit more awake and ready to face the day.

Just as she stepped out, Taehyung entered the room. His presence startled her, but she approached him, her eyes filled with curiosity and concern. She wanted answers, no matter how much he resisted.

Y/n- I've been looking for you, what happened last night while I was... d-drunk?

She blurted out without hesitation. His expression hardened as he avoided her gaze, a subtle unease settling in.

Taehyung- It's nothing. Just forget about it.

Her curiosity was piqued, and she couldn't let it go so easily.

Y/n- No, Tae. I need to know. Tell me?

She implored. Taehyung's eyes darted away, his reluctance evident.

Taehyung- You really don't remember anything.

He asked, his voice tinged with a mix of bitterness and something else Y/n couldn't quite decipher.

Y/n- No, I don't.

She replied, her voice softer now, her curiosity growing.

Taehyung- Are you sure you want to know, Y/n? Some things are better left unsaid.

He teased, a spark in his eyes. Y/n felt a shiver run down her spine, the electricity between them palpable, but she refused to back down.

Y/n- I deserve to know. You can't just keep me in the dark like this.

In an attempt to dissuade her questioning without warning, Taehyung swiftly pulled her closer, his hands sliding possessively around her waist. Y/n's breath hitched as their bodies pressed against each other, her heart raced with anticipation.

The unexpected intimacy made her heart skip a beat, causing a sudden rush of adrenaline to course through her veins. She could feel the warmth of his breath against her skin, making her senses tingle.

He leaned in closer, his lips dangerously close to hers, and whispered,

Taehyung- Do you really want to know what happened, little monkey?

Her voice trembled as she nodded, her curiosity overpowering her natural instinct to resist any interaction with him. A slow smile played on his lips as he gently brushed a strand of her hair behind her ear.

Taehyung- You were drunk, Y/n. You said things that surprised even me.

Her eyes widened in curiosity and a hint of embarrassment. What had she said to him in her intoxicated state? Memories of the previous night eluded her, leaving her anxious to piece together the fragments.

Taehyung's lips curved into a teasing smirk as he continued,

Taehyung- You confessed that beneath all our disagreements, you felt something for me. Something deep, something you couldn't ignore anymore.

Her breath hitched, her mind struggling to process his revelation. How could he casually drop such a bombshell? Hatred had kept them apart, fueled their arguments, and now he claimed there was more?

Y/n- You're lying.

She protested weakly.

Before she could process the sudden closeness, Taehyung leaned in and pressed his lips against hers, a fiery moment of connection that left her breathless.

The world around them seemed to fade away as their connection intensified, their bodies entwining in an electrifying embrace. In that moment. Her body reacted against her will, her mind racing to make sense of the conflicting emotions coursing through her veins.

His touch was gentle yet possessive, exploring the contours of her lips with a fervor that suggested a struggle between desire and restraint.

Breaking the kiss, Taehyung looked into her eyes, his gaze intense and filled with a mixture of emotions.

Taehyung- You wanted to know what happened? Well, I think actions speak louder than words.

He finally whispered; his voice laced with a teasing undertone. She was looking down because of his actions, trying to hide her red cheeks from him. That means they kissed last night too? She was the one who did it? Questions flooded her mind but she couldn't ask them.

A little later she looked up at him.

Y/n- Why were you ignoring me?

Taehyung's gaze hardened.

Taehyung- I saw you talking to Jihyun that day, Y/n. After I explicitly told you not to. It hurt me to see you disregarding my feelings like that.

Y/n's eyes widened in disbelief. Her eyebrows shot up in surprise. 

Y/n- What? That's what this is about? You're ignoring me because of Jihyun?

He nodded, his expression hard. 

Taehyung- I told you not to talk to him, Y/n. And yet, you ignored my request.

Y/n- You do understand he approached me first, he came up to me. I couldn't just brush him off, could I? It's not like I'm interested in him.

Taehyung remained silent, his jaw clenched tightly. Y/n's frustration grew, and without thinking, she raised her hand and clenched it into a fist, hitting his arm with all her might.

Taehyung- Ouch!

He exclaimed, finally turning his attention back to her. He looked more surprised than hurt.

Y/n- You're so childish! How could you ignore me for such a silly reason? It's unfair!

She exclaimed, her voice trembling with a mix of anger and hurt. Unable to control her emotions any longer, Y/n lunged forward, her fists landing forcefully on Taehyung's chest.

Y/n- You're being ridiculous. I can't believe you would ignore me for something so petty!

She exclaimed, her voice quivering with pent-up emotion. Taehyung stumbled back slightly from the unexpected assault, his eyes widening in surprise.

Taehyung- Y/n, calm down! It's not that big of a deal!

Y/n continued to pummel Taehyung's chest with her fists, her anger fueling her actions. 

Y/n- Not that big of a deal? You've been ignoring me, treating me like I don't exist!

Taehyung finally managed to grab hold of her flailing arms, restraining her from further attack. 

Taehyung- I'm sorry, Y/n. I overreacted. I just... I couldn't help but feel jealous.

Y/n's anger slowly subsided, replaced by a mix of confusion and concern. 

Y/n- Jealous? But why?

Taehyung let out a defeated sigh, his grip loosening slightly.

Taehyung- I think I've started to... care about you, Y/n.

Y/n's eyes softened as she took in Taehyung's vulnerable expression. She couldn't deny the slight flutter in her chest at his confession.

Y/n- We could have talked about it.

Taehyung- I know. I messed up, and I'm truly sorry. I'll make it up to you, I promise.

He admitted, his voice filled with regret. She gave him a small nod, her fists uncurling from his grasp. 

Y/n- Okay. Then now you'll make it up to me.

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As Y/n settled onto the bed, ready to drift off into slumber, she felt a sudden presence beside her. She turned her head, only to find Taehyung lying there, his eyes fixed upon her. A gasp escaped her lips as he pulled her closer. his arm wrapping around her waist. Her heart raced as panic coursed through her veins.

Y/n- Why are you doing this?

She whispered, her voice trembling.

Taehyung- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to upset you. 

Y/n- But you did, now don't think I'll let you go off the hook easily.

She said sternly and tried to push him away. But Taehyung was relentless, tightening his grip around her, making escape impossible. 

Y/n- You've been ignoring me all day, Taehyung. You don't get to act like nothing happened.

Taehyung- I know, I was being childish, letting my jealousy get in the way. I had no right to treat you like that.

He replied, his voice tinged with regret. Y/n's heart softened as she heard his sincere apology. 

Y/n- Why are you so threatened by Jihyun, Tae? He's just a friend.

She asked softly, tracing circles on his chest.

Taehyung- It's hard for me to see you talking to him when I've always been suspicious of his intentions. I don't want to lose you, not even as a friend.

He responded, his voice laced with a hint of insecurity She had never seen this side of him before, and it made her realize just how complex their relationship truly was.

Y/n- You won't lose me, Tae.

She reassured him, her voice gentle. He nodded, a sense of relief washing over him. Y/n could see the walls he had built slowly crumbling down, allowing them to move forward.

She reached out and took his hand, intertwining their fingers.

Y/n- Let's start fresh, Taehyung. No more misunderstandings or unnecessary jealousy. Just us, learning and growing together. He smiled, the warmth in his eyes returning. 

Taehyung- I'd like that, Y/n.

She smiled before slowly closing her eyes drifting into sleep. A little while later, Taehyung stirred, feeling Y/n's soft arms encircle his neck in her sleep. His heart skipped a beat as he realized that even in her unconscious state, she was finding solace in his embrace. A gentle smile curved his lips.

Without hesitation, Taehyung leaned in and placed a gentle peck on her lips. It was an innocent, gentle peck, filled with unspoken emotions and unfulfilled desires.

Y/n remained oblivious to this stolen gesture, lost in the depths of her dreams. The room filled with a silent longing, as if both of them yearned for something more, yet were trapped in a web of circumstances beyond their control.

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