tight hugs to everyone today. hang in there sweethearts. we will get through this. I've been listening to Yet To Come and strangely it's comforting today.

Oh, and IFPI are closer. Please stream Proof album on YouTube, Spotify and other apps (whatever you use). It's the only way we can keep them in at least top 10. This year the competition is high. Unlike billboard, IFPI is purely based on sales and album performance globally. So let's do this for the boys.

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Jungkook arrived at Jimin's place in an hour. The traffic wasn't hectic but he noticed Jimin lived a bit far from school. He understood why the alpha struggled to drop Minjun off at school every morning.

When he knocked at the door, the alpha greeted him first followed by a very excited pup that squealed, "Papa!" He rushed forward to hug Jungkook's knees with a force that caused him to stumble a little because he wasn't expecting it.

"Minjun..." Jimin chastised. "Watch out, pup." He turned to Jungkook. "Here. Let me take it." He eyed the bags curiously. "You went shopping? I told you we could order."

Jungkook entered their home, relishing the comforting scents of the pup and the alpha. "I wanted to cook for you and Minmin," he said. "You're the one always sending me lunch. I wanted to impress you today with my cooking skills."

Jimin chuckled. "I'm already impressed with you." He led him inside and went to the kitchen.

Jungkook followed, watching the alpha unpack the bags and set everything on the counter.

"What would you like to have?" Jimin asked. "I only have soft drinks. I don't store alcohol because of Minmin."

"I'm good," Jungkook said, glancing around. "Were you cleaning?"

"Yeah," Jimin replied with a tired smile. "Wanted to finish before you arrived."

Minjun came around to climb the kitchen counter. He put the pomegranate juice he was carrying in his cup on it before climbing.

"Want some help?" Jungkook offered. "I like cleaning."

"Oh no. You're my guest," Jimin said. "Just give me fifteen minutes. I'll be done and I'll help you with cooking."

Before Jungkook could respond, however, he noticed Minjun slip. He reached out purely on instinct, catching the pup who would have rolled over the counter. In the process, Minjun sent the pomegranate juice splashing all over Jungkook, soaking his white t-shirt.

Minjun froze in shock, eyes wide and panic filling his scent.

"It's all good." He bounced Minjun in his arms and rubbed his nose over his cheeks. "Shh...it's okay." He rubbed his back and scented him until the pup's scent calmed down.

Jimin came around, taking away the cup and cursing under his breath. His gaze slid over the pup, ensuring he is unharmed. "It's all over your t-shirt. Come on. I'll help you clean."

He took Minjun, giving him a once over. The pup was clean except for the small splatter on his hands. He carried him over to the sink. He helped the pup wash his hands before letting him down. "Minjun-ah, why don't you go and watch TV? I'll help Jungkook clean up, hmm?"

The pup nodded looking guiltily at Jungkook. The omega smiled at him in assurance. He hugged Jungkook's knees. "Sorry, Papa." He sounded guiltier than ever.

Jungkook ruffled his hair. "It's okay, pup. But be careful next time so you don't get hurt, yeah?"

The pup nodded, his bottom lip jutting out. Jungkook bent to kiss his temple. "Come on, go and watch TV. I'll clean up and join you soon, okay?"

Minjun nodded again. "Okay."

Jimin led him to his bedroom once Minjun ran off to the living room. "I'm sorry about that," the alpha said. "I'll give you something else to wear and I'll wash it for you."

"It's just some juice," Jungkook mumbled.

The alpha's strong scent washed over him as soon as he stepped into the room, causing his knees to weaken. Jimin went to his closet, rummaging through his clothes to find an oversized t-shirt for him to wear. His heart fluttered and then skipped a few beats at the thought of wearing the alpha's clothes.

"You can change in the bathroom." Jimin pointed the adjacent door.

Jungkook nodded mutely, not trusting his voice. He all but snatched the t-shirt before hurrying inside the bathroom, not wanting the alpha to catch the whiff of his sweetening scent. His omega was already purring inside him.

He stripped out of his t-shirt and cleaned the juice that stained his skin and the bit that was splattered on the front of his pants. He pulled on the alpha's t-shirt, inhaling his rich coffee and cocoa scent, unconsciously rubbing his cheek over the material. He loved it.

The t-shirt fit his so well and he couldn't stop staring at himself in the mirror. It took a lot of effort to gather himself and exit the bathroom.

Jimin was waiting for him outside. His gaze darkened and scent spiked.

Jungkook swallowed, feeling conscious under his gaze. He shifted from one foot to the other, ducking his head to hide the heat in his cheeks.

Jimin strode toward him. "You look so good in my t-shirt," he whispered.

Jungkook's cheeks flared. The alpha stepped closer, standing toe-to-toe. When Jungkook glanced up, Jimin's gaze was fixated on him as if he was in a trance. The alpha lifted a hand to caress his cheeks and Jungkook's eyes fluttered shut.

Their scents flared, mingling with interest. "You're so beautiful, Jungkook," the alpha said again.

Jungkook opened his eyes. "T-Thank you."

"There's something I wanted to ask." Jimin cupped the side of his face, thumb rubbing gently over his cheek.

"Yes?"

"Minmin is addressing you as Papa. I don't know who taught him to call you that. I hope it's not making you uncomfortable," he said earnestly.

Jungkook blinked. "I-It's not uncomfortable." He averted his gaze.

"I know it's too soon, but are you really okay with him calling you that?" Jimin asked. "You don't have to adjust if that's not something you want."

Jungkook's gaze flicked back to his face. "Are you not worried that he calls me Papa?" he asked. "You're asking me if it's okay."

Jimin smiled. "I worry that you might not want it. I worry for my pup, wondering what would happen if you were to leave. He always longed for a second parent, but now that he started seeing you as one, I'm happy I'm finally able to give him what he always wanted. But is it something you want?" he asked. "Is this a place you want to see yourself in the future?"

Jungkook smiled, his heart melting even more at the alpha's consideration. He cupped the alpha's face. "I wouldn't have it any other way."

He didn't know who moved first, but their lips brushed. It was soft and gentle. He felt the alpha smile against his lips. Before Jungkook could kiss him properly the door opened and they both jumped apart.

"Papa, Minmin wanna go potty," the clueless pup announced. The little one strode straight to Jungkook, tugging at his arm.

Jimin blinked. "Ah...I'll take him."

But Jungkook stopped him. "It's okay. I'll help. You go finish the cleaning."

Jimin looked unsure for a moment but then smiled. "Okay."

Jungkook nodded at him with a smile as the alpha walked backward to the door, his scent telling him that he didn't want to leave and pick up from where they left off. With a smile, Jungkook guided the pup to the bathroom.

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"Papa said I should ask before calling you Papa," Minjun said while Jungkook helped him wash his hands after using the toilet. "Do you want to be Minmin's Papa?" the pup asked with an innocent look, rounding his eyes to make them even bigger and jutting his bottom lip.

Jungkook smiled. "Does Minmin want to be my pup?"

The pup nodded eagerly.

"I want that too," Jungkook admitted. "But calling both of us Papa is confusing, don't you think? Why don't you call me something else?"

Minmin frowned. His eyebrows knitted as he thought long and hard. "Daddy?" he asked after a while. "Sungmin calls his second Papa like that." His eyes shone with excitement. "Will you be my Daddy?"

Jungkook melted in that smile. "Of course." He embraced the pup, overwhelmed with emotion as he scented him heavily, fighting hard to keep his tears at bay. "I'll be your daddy."

Minjun threw both his arms around Jungkook's neck. "Daddy. Minmin loves Daddy."

"Daddy loves Minmin too."

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