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Just as Taehyung was about to pour another drink for himself, Yoongi's voice interrupted him. "Jungkook, you should stay here tonight. Don't leave. Tomorrow, we can all go to the beach together. It'll be a lot of fun. What do you think, Taehyung?"

With Yoongi's invitation, Jungkook felt a mix of surprise and delight. He hadn't expected to be invited to stay longer, but he was more than happy to accept the offer.

As Taehyung poured the drink, he hesitated, thinking it might be best not to have too much if Jungkook was staying.

Jungkook looked at Taehyung with a hint of uncertainty in his eyes. He wanted to ask if Taehyung had any reservations about him staying; he didn't want to bother anyone.

Seeing Jungkook's hesitation, Taehyung smiled reassuringly and said, "You should stay. It's a fantastic plan." To Taehyung, spending more time with Jungkook was a delight, and he genuinely enjoyed his company.

Jungkook, though grateful for the cordial gesture, didn't want to bother them. "But you two finally got to spend some time together. I don't want to bother you both," he said.

Yoongi smirked and teased, "You're talking about us as if we're a couple."

Taehyung burst into laughter at Yoongi's remark, and Jungkook blushed in embarrassment. "No, I didn't mean it like that," he stammered.

Yoongi, noticing Jungkook's discomfort, quickly reassured him, "Chill, Jungkook. I was just kidding."

Jungkook let out a relieved sigh and nodded, grateful for Yoongi's understanding.

As the evening progressed, Yoongi made it clear that Jungkook was welcome to stay. "So, it's final that you'll spend tonight here. And don't worry about clothes; Taehyung will lend you some," Yoongi declared.

Taehyung was a little taken aback by Yoongi's statement, but he smiled and agreed. "Don't worry, Jungkook. You'll have everything you need. So, stay," Taehyung reassured him.

The thought of spending more time with Taehyung and Yoongi warmed Jungkook's heart. He nodded happily and said, "Okay, I will stay."

After Yoongi excused himself and walked into his room with his laptop, Taehyung headed to the kitchen, and Jungkook followed behind him.

The dishes were scattered in the sink, waiting to be cleaned. Jungkook, trying to be helpful, pleaded with Taehyung to let him wash the dishes as well.

"Hyung, please," Jungkook implored.

"No, Jungkook. You don't need to do anything. Simply go to the hall. I'll be there in a few minutes, okay?" Taehyung insisted, not wanting Jungkook to go through the trouble of washing dishes.

Jungkook was persistent and continued to plead, wanting to help Taehyung with the chores. "Hyung, you prepared dinner for all of us; it will be fair only if you let me wash the dishes," he reasoned, trying his best to convince Taehyung.

Taehyung internally cooed at Jungkook's determination and admired his eagerness to contribute. "Argh, Jungkook, you are so stubborn. Fine. You can help me," Taehyung finally relented, admitting his defeat to Jungkook's stubbornness.

Wearing gloves, Taehyung stood in front of the wash basin, ready to begin the task. Jungkook moved towards him with his trademark bunny smile, excited to lend a hand. Taehyung smiled back at his enthusiasm, wondering how someone could find joy in washing dishes.

As they washed the dishes together, they shared stories and laughed, reminiscing about their experiences in high school and college. The kitchen was filled with their laughter and lighthearted conversation, making the chore seem like a fun activity.

"So, like Namjoon Hyung and Hoseok, Bogum and Lisa are also your best buddies?" Taehyung asked, curious to know more about Jungkook's circle of friends from university.

Jungkook nodded with a smile, confirming Taehyung's question. He hesitated for a moment before adding, "And Rose Noona too."

"Oh," Taehyung whispered in acknowledgment, noting Jungkook's mention of Rose. He couldn't help but feel curious about how he had never crossed paths with Jungkook despite being friends with most of the same people.

As they talked more while washing the dishes, Taehyung found himself drawn to the younger man's friendly and warm personality.

Both of them washed the dishes and made their way to the hallway, where Yoongi was using the laptop lazily.

"Shall we retire to bed?" Yoongi asked as Taehyung was yawning.

"Please, yes. I wish to recover from my week's exhaustion," Taehyung murmured, clearly exhausted.

After they gave Taehyung their agreement, the two brothers retired to the room, leaving Jungkook to use the restroom.

As Taehyung stood in front of the open closet, trying to find suitable clothes for Jungkook, Yoongi observed him from behind with a mix of amusement and curiosity.

"What happened?" Yoongi asked, seating himself on the bed.

"Jungkook is quite muscular; I'm not sure if he'll be able to fit in my clothes," Taehyung mumbled, removing each shirt one at a time from the closet.

"How is this? He's big, so will these make him comfortable?"

Yoongi rolled his eyes and sighed. "BIG? You're mentioning that adorable boy like you're talking about a bull."

Taehyung shot Yoongi a playful glare. "I was just stating the facts. He's bigger than me, and I want him to be comfortable in the clothes," Taehyung explained.

Yoongi rolled his eyes. "Okay, okay, I get it. You're being considerate," he said, trying to hide his amusement.

Taehyung finally pulled out a pair of sweatpants and a sky-blue shirt that seemed a little bit larger than the other shirts. He showed them to Yoongi and asked, "How about these? Will they make him comfortable?"

Yoongi looked at the clothes and nodded in approval. "Yeah, those should be fine. You worry too much, Taehyung. Jungkook will be fine in whatever he wears," Yoongi reassured him.

Taehyung let out a sigh of relief and nodded. "You're right. I just want him to feel at home," he admitted.

A mischievous smirk appeared on Yoongi's face as he decided to tease his younger brother. "Well, isn't he just your type? Weren't you used to say that Kim Taehyung disinterested in wrecking easily wreckable and vulnerable things?" Yoongi teased, making sure his voice was loud.

Taehyung's eyes widened in embarrassment, fearing that Jungkook might have overheard. He shot a glare at Yoongi. "STFU."

Yoongi chuckled at his brother's reaction and couldn't resist taking it further. "You even wrote a song for yourself about your preference for a partner. Umm... what was it, Kim Taehyung? Yeah,

'I need an animal under I.
I ain't gonna wreck a flower or a barbie shy.
I left all the glass dolls for the rest of the men; Kim Taehyung ain't gonna wreck wreckable things.
I need an animal under I.
I ain't gonna wreck a flower or a barbie shy,'"

Yoongi continued singing, imitating Taehyung's style.

[A/N: I wrote this tiny song for Kim Taehyung, how is it?]

Taehyung's face turned a shade of red as he tried to hush Yoongi. "What the fuck will Jungkook think of me if he hears us? Just shut up," Taehyung sighed, feeling utterly embarrassed.

Yoongi was about to say something else to add to the teasing, but he stopped abruptly as he saw Jungkook coming into the room.

Sensing the silent atmosphere. "What happened?" Jungkook asked, curious about the sudden silence.

Quickly, a smile came on Taehyung's face, and he turned to Jungkook. "Oh, n-nothing. We were j-just discussing which clothes would be most comfortable for you," Taehyung said.

Jungkook blinked in surprise but then smiled warmly at Taehyung's thoughtfulness. "Thank you for thinking about me, Hyung. Anything is fine, really," Jungkook said gratefully.

Yoongi chimed in, unable to resist teasing Taehyung a bit more. "Yeah, don't worry. Taehyung was making a big fuss over your size," Yoongi said with a smirk.

Taehyung playfully glared at Yoongi, but Jungkook just laughed, finding their banter amusing. "Well, I appreciate the effort, Hyung. I'm sure whatever you pick will be perfect," Jungkook said sincerely and walked into the bathroom.

As Yoongi sat in the middle of the bed, checking his phone, Taehyung turned to face him and made a suggestion. "So, I'll sleep on the couch. You both sleep on the bed," Taehyung said.

Yoongi looked up from his phone screen and gave Taehyung a stone-faced stare, clearly not agreeing with the idea. "Why?" he asked bluntly.

Taehyung raised an eyebrow in response. "What do you mean by why? I thought it would be more comfortable for you and Jungkook," he replied.

Yoongi sighed, shaking his head. "Do you not realise how huge my bed is? Jungkook will sleep on the right side, you on the left, and I'll sleep in the middle. Simple," he explained, trying to make his point clear.

"Oh, okay. Nice idea," Taehyung let out, examining the spacious bed.

Moments later, Jungkook emerged from the bathroom, now wearing the comfortable clothes Taehyung had chosen. The sky-blue shirt was slightly loose on him, but it looked good, and the joggers fit him perfectly.

"How do I look?" Jungkook asked, doing a little twirl playfully.

"You look great," Taehyung said, smiling at his adorable playfulness. "Those clothes suit you." Wearing his sky-blue shirt, Jungkook resembled an adorable baby cloud to Taehyung, and it made Taehyung smile.

Yoongi nodded in agreement. "Yeah, they look good on you. Now, let's get some rest. It's been a long day."

With the decision made, the two of them climbed into bed, put their phones on the nightstands, and got comfortable. They exchanged goodnight wishes and settled down for a restful sleep, looking forward to the beach outing planned for the next day.

However, even after a few minutes, Jungkook was unable to fall asleep. His mind was filled with strange thoughts and worries. What if I accidentally hit Yoongi hyung in my sleep? Do I snore? Oh no, I don't want to be embarrassed in front of them, Jungkook thought anxiously.

Jungkook smiled as he slowly opened his eyes and turned to his left side to gaze at Taehyung, who was sleeping next to Yoongi. He propped himself up a little by placing his left palm under his head to better observe Taehyung.

Taehyung's left leg was on Yoongi's waist, and his left hand was resting on Yoongi's chest. He was cuddling his hyung like a bear, sleeping soundly.

"Hyung enjoys cuddles, then," Jungkook thought, smiling, and continued to look at Taehyung.

After a few minutes, Yoongi made a slight movement, and Jungkook quickly flung himself back onto the bed and pretended to be asleep.

Partially opening his eyes, Jungkook saw Yoongi gently lift Taehyung away from him and sit up on the mattress. Yoongi's face was visible due to the light from the phone, and he looked worried.

Jungkook got up and sat on the mattress, realising the situation. He asked Yoongi in a whisper, "Is there any problem, Hyung?"

"Oh, Jungkook, you didn't get any sleep?" Yoongi said and paused a little, turning to gaze at Taehyung, who was still sound asleep and unaware of the situation. He then turned to face Jungkook again.

"Can you help me, Jungkook? Please," Yoongi asked, and Jungkook nodded in response.

"Actually, I have a friend who is in urgent need of me right now. I must leave," Yoongi whispered. "You shouldn't worry; I'll be back before sunrise. If Taehyung wakes up, just let him know about it."

"Okay, Hyung," Jungkook mumbled, watching Yoongi hastily get out of bed. "I'll be here. Thank you. Bye." Yoongi mumbled and walked towards the door.

Yoongi gently closed the door and left. Jungkook decided to wait for his return, not wanting Taehyung to wake up and be alarmed by Yoongi's absence.

As he lay there, Jungkook couldn't help but think about the bond between Taehyung and Yoongi. They were more than friends; they were like brothers who cared deeply for each other. Jungkook felt grateful to be a part of their lives.

Time seemed to pass slowly, and Jungkook fought to keep his eyes open and soon fell asleep.

In the dimly lit room, Taehyung and Jungkook lay sleeping on opposite sides of the bed. Taehyung's slumber was interrupted by an unconscious desire to find something to cuddle with. In his sleep-induced haze, he lazily roamed his hand around the bed, eventually encountering something soft.

A content smile spread across Taehyung's sleeping face as his hand found purchase on the soft object. Unbeknownst to him, it was Jungkook's waist that his hand had wrapped around.

Jungkook's eyes fluttered open as he felt the soft touch around his waist. His heart raced as he realised how close Taehyung's face was to his own. Taehyung's arm wrapped around his waist, and the sliding of his shirt exposed bare skin, causing Jungkook to bite his lip in response.

For a few minutes, Jungkook attempted to move Taehyung away from him, struggling to create some distance. However, his efforts were in vain, and eventually he sighed and gave in, falling back to sleep.

Hours later, Yoongi quietly opened the bedroom door and entered. A gentle smile crossed his lips as he observed the scene before him. Taehyung's head was resting on Jungkook's left shoulder, while Jungkook's left arm was wrapped around Taehyung's shoulder. Their bodies were intertwined, sleeping peacefully in each other's embrace.

However, Yoongi's smile faded as he realised that the two friends were occupying the middle of the bed, leaving him with no space to sleep. Deciding not to disturb their slumber, he quietly left the room and settled on the hallway couch.

A few minutes passed, and Taehyung's eyes suddenly fluttered open once again. He felt something soft caressing his chest. Still half-asleep, he opened his eyes and found Jungkook's head nestled on his chest.

Taehyung analysed the situation, his heart racing beneath Jungkook's left cheek. He contemplated for a few moments before unconsciously inhaling Jungkook's hair scent. It felt sweet and soothing, bringing a smile to Taehyung's lips as he enjoyed the calming sensations.

His hand instinctively moved to Jungkook's soft hair, gently running through the strands. In response, Jungkook began to caress his cheek on Taehyung's chest. Feeling a sense of comfort and peace, Taehyung drifted back to sleep, his hand remaining around Jungkook.

The two were entangled in a sleepy embrace, cherishing the closeness and warmth that their unconscious selves sought in each other. As the night passed, they continued to sleep peacefully, sharing each other's warmth.

Taehyung's slumber was interrupted, and he woke up at his usual time despite not setting the alarm. He slowly opened his eyes, greeted by the bright room as the curtains were undone. As he rubbed his eyes, he realised his head wasn't resting on the pillow as it should.

Gradually, Taehyung sat up and turned, only to find Jungkook lying beside him. He had been sleeping with his head on Jungkook's bare stomach. Still feeling a bit sleepy, Taehyung blinked a few times and gently pulled Jungkook's shirt down, ensuring he was fully covered.

His gaze then shifted to Jungkook's face, which seemed peaceful in slumber. Taehyung noticed Jungkook's thick, long eyelashes, appreciating this detail that had escaped his attention before. Despite being asleep, Jungkook wore a cute smile on his face. Taehyung couldn't help but coo at the sight before quietly getting out of bed.

He headed to the bathroom, bathed, and returned to the room, now feeling refreshed.

Seeing Jungkook still sleeping, Taehyung couldn't resist admiring him for a moment, taking in his features with a fond smile. He then left for the kitchen to prepare a healthy tea to start the day.

As Taehyung turned around with the cup in his hand, he gasped, his eyes widening in shock. The cup slipped from his grasp and shattered on the floor.

Yoongi, arching an eyebrow, observed Taehyung's unexpected reaction. Taehyung's eyes landed on Yoongi's neck, where he noticed a few hickeys and his bruised lips.

"W-What is this?" Taehyung asked, confusion evident in his voice, as the three of them were the only ones in the flat.

Yoongi smirked, understanding Taehyung's concern and knowing he was probably thinking about Jungkook. He casually passed Taehyung and opened the fridge, taking an apple and nonchalantly responding, "When you were sleeping, I went out and had some fun...No need to worry; Jungkook is safe."

Rolling his eyes at Yoongi's teasing, Taehyung let out a relieved sigh, grabbed a cleaning machine, and swiftly cleaned up the spilled tea.

Yoongi, sensing that he had teased enough, changed the topic and suggested, "Go and wake up Jungkook after you finish your tea."

Taehyung nodded, taking the cup and making his way to the dining table.

Jungkook woke up and sat on the mattress, memories of the previous night flooding his mind. A smile graced his face as he recalled how cutely Taehyung had cuddled him. He hoped that Taehyung hadn't woken up in an awkward position with him.

He reached for his phone on the table; he had informed his mom about staying out. Jungkook had the habit of keeping his family informed whenever he stayed out overnight, not because of restrictions but out of consideration.

As he unlocked his phone, Jungkook's eyes widened in surprise to see more than 25 missed calls from Bogum. He got worried as he read the messages.

💬

BugMe 🐛

Why aren't you pickning up the phone?
12:05

What are doing, Juncgcook?
12:10

You'll be fucking sorry, Jumngkook.
12:16

Are you busy with your gilrfriend
12:20

No, you're signal. I'm sorry; I forgot.
12:21

Jungkook, pickn up the phone, or I'll die.
12:22

You must come to my funeral. wearing all-black clothing, you white gholst. Bye fol forevr froom- future ghost
12:23

Jungkook tapped the play button, as there was a voice message at last.

Just as he was processing the situation, Taehyung mistakenly walked in without knocking, as was his usual habit.

Jungkook's eyes widened as the