Promptly past seven, Jungkook heard a knock on his door while he was just about to retire to bed.He only thought that it would be no one else at the door besides Jimin.
He went to the door with a tired droopy face.
"Hyung, it's you? "he said with a sleepy tone. The door was slightly open only to stick his head out.
"Aren't you going to let me in?Don't tell me you have someone in there "
"Okay, come in"he groaned
"I actually invited a few guests "he grinned ."I hope you don't mind "
"What? "Jungkook asked in suprise and four other men appeared from behind Jimin all wearing huge smiles.
"Guys? "Jungkook was really suprised .
"Hello Jungkook "Yoongi waved and Jungkook went to hug him tightly. The others all looked at Jimin anticipating a reaction from him but he didn't react at all.
"I really missed you so much, Hyung "
"So why did you leave without saying goodbye. I'm really mad at you "
"I'm really sorry. It was really stupid of me "
When Hoseok and Namjoon didn't get any reaction from Jimin, they looked at Taehyung who had a rather blank expression on.
When Jungkook broke the hug Namjoon went and hug him. Yet again Hoseok checked for a reaction from Taehyung but he got non.After exchanging greetings Namjoon went inside with Jimin and Yoongi.
"Hi"Hoseok handed Jungkook a bottle of wine before pecking his cheek. It caught the younger by suprise. Hoseok winked at Taehyung before going in.
"Don't misunderstand me. I came by invite.You know Jimin Hyung can be very insisting "Taehyung began.
"Okay but why do I feel that was an excuse to get to see me?'
"Well it's not entirely false "Taehyung 's hands were behind his back and made Jungkook curious.
"What's that you are holding. Did you bring something for me "he teased
"Ah lilies. You said you were allergic to flowers didn't you? It's such a shame. I bought it and forgot all about it"
"I don't remember telling you that Taehyung. Are you confusing me with someone else?"
"Of course not. Here "Taehyung offered the bouquet to the younger.
"Come in and thanks"Jungkook smiled.
Before Jungkook could get in two men arrived and started offloading things into his house. They left afterwards without saying anything.
"So what's the occasion guys,?"he finally asked.
"It's house warming. We won't be long since its already late .Are the twins already asleep? "
"No they are at my parents "Jungkook said and watched a twinge of disappointment on Taehyung 's face . Maybe he was really looking forward to get a glimpse of his children.
Jungkook was really tired and entertaining guests was the last thing he needed. He would have turned them away but Jimin would call him an anti social nutcase .
"Are you guys hungry. I can cook if you want "Jungkook offered to the Hyungs that were sitting on the couches in the living room.
"We didn't want to trouble you so we ate out. I think it's time we present the presents"
"Taehyung got you a dishwasher"Jungkook froze for a while. Talk about telepathy. He was just thinking about yesterday. Taehyung knew how Jungkook hated hand washing dishes. He had always made a farce when the dishwasher of their place broke down when they were still together.
"Thanks but you didn't have to"
"Oh don't be modest. If he dosent spend money on you then who.Taehyung I think you should take Jungkook and the kids to Paris for shopping. It's really great to spend money on those you love "Hoseok said.
"Did you take someone there? "Namjoon asked
"Of course I went by myself. Why would you even ask that "Hoseok laughed and so did everyone.They all knew Hoseok wasn't really into dating. He would become a monk if he could.
Yoongi had gotten a microwave and left Jungkook speechless. Namjoon gave him a painting.
Hoseok 's gift warmed Jungkook 's heart. He had gotten two sets of quilts that had cartoon characters on them which were meant for the twins. Jimin had struggled for long to get a suitable present but an Xbox PlayStation was all he could come up with. Everything was done in such a short notice and some gifts were picked up in hurry but Jungkook was happy that he had such friends.
Hoseok opened the wine he had gotten to celebrate Jungkook 's return. Jungkook didn't have any wine glasses so they used plastic cups instead.They had also gotten a few snacks.
"Is it okay for you guys to drink like this. Don't you have work tomorrow? "Jungkook asked.
"It's a good thing that we are drinking with the director so we won't get in trouble "Hoseok said. "I'm not sure about Yoongi though. I think the director of his hospital will probably kick him out "
"Very funny "Yoongi snorted "At least I don't have to work with dorks like you "
"So Jungkook are you coming back to Jinsung hospital? 'Namjoon asked.
"No , I won't. I'm going to a different hospital "he admitted
Taehyung regarded Jungkook with a blank expression before looking away.
In a way Taehyung was happy to be out with other people for a change. Ever since Jungkook left all he did every night before Jennie came was cook,play classical music, push up the volume and on rare occasions he lit up a cigarette which he wouldn't smoke anyways. He knew better than to mess with his health.
The six friends sat and talked and laughed for a while. Amidst it all Jungkook 's phone buzzed and he left the room. Taehyung also felt the urge to follow him so he did just that.
"Hyung, I'm sure the twins would be elected to see you? "
"What about you? "
"Of course I would be .Was there ever a doubt. I will come pick you from the airport tomorrow "
"Bye "
Jungkook ended the call with a smile only for it to fade away when he found Taehyung standing like a zombie behind him.
"Don't ever do that. You startled me "
"I'm sorry. I thought we should meet up tomorrow and discuss about what the twins need if you don't mind .The ealier we do it the better "
"Aren't you going to work tomorrow? "
"I'm on a sick leave "
"You don't look sick at all to me "Jungkook laughed.
"Just tell me what time would be good for you. We can meet at my place "
"Uhum maybe twelve. I have to pick someone from the airport in the morning "
"Is it a guy,?'Taehyung heard himself ask.
"Yeah "
Taehyung didn't say anything and went back to the living room. Jungkook came a few minutes after.
"Before coming here we agreed that Taehyung would stay here and help you clean up "
"I don't think that would be necessary "Jungkook said impatiently.
"Jungkook,it won't kill you to accept help from someone.We played rock ,paper and scissors then he lost so undoubtedly he has to clean up "Jimin said.
"Fine ,whatever "
"Okay, we will be leaving now. You guys take care "
After the others left the air in the house hanged with defeat. They sat and stared at each other wordlessy.
Jungkook was the first to get up.He went and took all the things that would be needed for cleaning up.No word was said until they were done.Suddenly Jungkook was weary to spend any more time having a wooden conversion with the man he had loved.
Jungkook walked Taehyung to the door so he could lock it after the older leaves.
"Good night "Jungkook whispered tiredly.
"I. ..really don't want to leave "Taehyung mildly admitted .
"Taehyung, I'm really tired. I have had a long day and I wanna sleep. Its way eleven. Just stop messing with my head.
"Please. ."he pleaded.
"Taehyung what exactly are you up to?"
"Nothing Kookie. I just missed you so much. Can't you let me stay here just for tonight. I will sleep on the couch so you won't be uncomfortable "
"Just don't make me regret this "Jungkook sighed deeply.
"You won't "
Taehyung sat on the couch while Jungkook went up.After ten minutes he was back wearing only an oversized t shirt. He was holding a blanket and a pillow. He also had a pair of sweatpants and another t shirt
"Change into this. Your clothes might get creases. The bathroom is over there."
"Thanks "he smiled.
As he was about to leave Taehyung tugged his hand. "What now, ?Taehyung "