"Love speaks the loudest in silence, in the warmth of being held, and in the comfort of simply being there."

Jimin sighs and sinks into the chair, feeling the weight of the day on him.

"You look tired," Tae says, offering him a sandwich.

"I am tired. I hate paperwork," Jimin mumbles, taking a bite. He chews for a moment before asking Tae something.

"Finish chewing first, tiny," Tae laughs, teasing him.

"Fuck you! Where's my drink?" Jimin asks, looking around.

Tae ignores the 'fuck you' and calmly says, "It'll come. I just ordered it. Anyway, you wanted to say something?"

Jimin puts the sandwich down and sighs. "Oh my God! Yes. It's about him," he says, his cheeks turning a little pink.

"Finish eating. We'll talk after that," Tae says with a smirk.

After finishing their food, Jimin and Tae sit on a bench, watching the ocean.

"So?" Tae says, turning to Jimin with a raised eyebrow.

"Yeah, so... uh, me and Jungkook," Jimin starts, unsure how to continue.

"Yes?" Tae presses, waiting for him to say more.

Jimin takes a deep breath and a sip of his drink. "We're kinda... Tae!" Jimin suddenly looks off into the distance, distracted.

Tae follows his gaze and sees a cat walking by.

"It's a cat," Jimin says, passing his drink to Tae and running towards it. He crouches down and starts petting the little animal. "Look at you, you little cutie," he coos.

Tae shakes his head and sighs. "This little bitch," he mutters, following Jimin.

"Are you going to tell me the whole thing? You know I'm leaving tomorrow, right?" Tae grumbles, half-joking, half-serious.

"I'm sorry. We kind of... live together now?" Jimin says hesitantly, looking down.

Tae frowns, confused. "I thought you guys broke up?"

"Well, yeah, we did, but... we decided to give it another chance and—" Jimin trails off, unsure if he's saying the right thing.

"Right," Tae says, nodding like he gets it but is still unsure.

"It'll be alright," Jimin assures him.

"It better be. Tell me everything," Tae says, more serious now.

Jimin spends a few minutes telling him the whole story while still petting the cat, leaving out the kisses and other personal stuff. Tae listens carefully, nodding as Jimin speaks.

"That's pretty much it," Jimin finishes, still unsure if he's made the right choice.

"Are you sure this is a good idea?" Tae asks, his voice soft but full of concern.

Jimin nods slowly. "I love him, Tae," he says, sighing deeply. "I really do."

Tae ruffles Jimin's hair with a smile. "Whatever makes you happy, baby."

Jimin stands up and hugs Tae tight, holding on to him for a moment. "Thank you," he says with a soft smile.

Tae hugs him back, his own smile wide and genuine. He doesn't say anything, just holding Jimin tightly. Jimin knows that he'll miss him when he goes back to his hometown.

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Jungkook opens the door to Jimin's apartment and steps inside quietly, careful not to make a sound. He knows Jimin must be exhausted after a long day at work, probably already fast asleep in his bed.

He walks softly toward the bedroom, and there, he sees Jimin lying on the bed, curled up with his hand resting on his chest. His breathing is slow and peaceful, and a soft smile spreads across Jungkook's face as he watches him. Jimin looks so cute, so small and delicate when he's sleeping.

Jungkook feels a warm tug in his chest, and he quietly goes to change into something more comfortable.

When he returns, fresh from a shower, he pauses by the door and watches Jimin for a moment longer. His lips curl into a small smile. "A little nap wouldn't hurt, right?" Jungkook murmurs to himself as he walks over to the bed.

He sits down carefully, not wanting to disturb Jimin, and scrolls through his phone for a while. A soft yawn escapes him as he feels his eyelids growing heavier. He lies down beside Jimin, trying to make himself comfortable.

Suddenly, Jimin stirs. His eyes flutter open, and for a moment, he looks confused, his brows furrowing slightly as he blinks at Jungkook. Jungkook chuckles softly. "Hey, baby."

Jimin doesn't say anything at first. He just shifts, moving a little closer to Jungkook. Without a word, he lays his head on Jungkook's chest, his small body pressing against his, seeking warmth. His arms wrap around him as if instinctively wanting to stay close.

Jungkook's heart skips a beat at how cute Jimin is; he holds him like he's the most precious thing in the world. "You're so cute," Jungkook whispers, a soft laugh escaping him.

He pets Jimin's hair softly, his fingers running through the strands as he starts humming a soothing tune. Jimin sighs softly, his breathing steadying as he melts into Jungkook's warmth.

Jungkook closes his eyes, his own body relaxing, and before long, he drifts off to sleep, his arms still around Jimin. 

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🐣: I smell something bad coming : )