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Assistant: Title: Mutual Help
        Author: personasintro personasintro 
        Chapter: 55/59 
        Summary: In order for you to pretend to be his girlfriend, he helps you with your sexual desires - he calls it a mutual help
        Contents: Chapter 55
    

    


      
        
          
          (See the end of the chapter for  notes.)
          
      
  

  
  
    
    
  “You okay?” Namjoon asks after a few moments of silent walking, your thoughts running wild until they stop and your entire mind is just… 
  
    blank
  
  . 

  “Mhm.” 

  Namjoon doesn’t look like he wants to pry, probably contemplating between being respectful or caring enough to talk to you some more. Your short attempt of response says the opposite of what he’s asking. 

  “Okay…” he mumbles just as you reach the cabin. He holds the door for you and all you can muster in return is a weak attempt to smile in gratitude. Met with a dimpled smile, he motions his head toward bathrooms. “Go, take your time. I’ll wait here.” 

  Nodding, you see him sitting on one of the couches you sat just two hours ago, waiting for Yoongi. God, you can’t even bring yourself to wonder how it’s looking at the campfire. 

  Are they questioning Jungkook? Are things awkward? Well, the two of you have taken care of that. 

  The throb between your legs starts to intensify as soon as you get under the warm water, cheek stinging which makes you hiss. It’s nothing serious, not even the stinging bothers you just as much as the fact that it’s a f@ck@ng reminder. 

  To be honest, you’re not quite sure how to feel. Are you disappointed? Despite all that, you don’t regret having s@x. It eased some of the anger and you both needed that. Even if it wasn’t the smartest decision in terms of your situation. This has just gotten even more serious without any of you wanting it. Talking seemed out of question. You weren’t ready to talk for whatever dumb reason. And then things escalated. So much that you’re in this mess deeper than at the beginning. 

  It started with dumb argument over your ridiculous jealousy and escalated so much that you’ve argued with Jungkook again. And then he f@ck@d you in the freaking woods. 

  Rubbing your face harshly, you wince at the pain your uncontrollable rubbing causes to your cheek. Washing off any other remains of the s@x — the washable ones at least — you get out of the shower and dry yourself. You don’t want to keep Namjoon waiting regardless of his decision and the kindness of accompanying you here. You dry your hair quickly too, shrugging off the fact that you didn’t previously want to get your hair wet. But in your empty slash frustrated state you got under the shower fast and mindlessly, hoping it would clear your mind. 

  Once you step out of the bathroom and see Namjoon patiently waiting, the door opens and Taehyung walks in. His eyes find you across the room, long strides coming up to you just as Namjoon notices you and second after he does Taehyung. 

  “I got it from here, Joon.” Taehyung says, clasping his hand over Namjoon’s shoulder. “Are you good walking back on your own?” 

  “Mm, yeah.” he says, not sounding too sure but he decides to give you and him space. 

  You watch him walk away, out of the cabin into the warm summer night as you stare, dumbfounded. “What is this about?” 

  Your questioning doesn’t surprise Taehyung, his face clear off any hint of amusement or excitement you’re used to seeing on him. Instead, he remains quite serious which for obvious reasons makes you uneasy. Taehyung can be serious. You’ve witnessed it a handful of times but this time, it feels different. Maybe it’s just because of what happened. 

  After all, you’re quite embarrassed how things ended up — especially when there are other people who might not have witnessed everything (thank god) but they’ve witnessed enough for you to feel embarrassed. They clearly know you and Jungkook are not on good terms, they must’ve known shortly after you arrived. But right now they know things are even more intense. 
  
    Argh!
  
   It’s not like you care too much about them, but it’s embarrassing regardless. 

  “I just wanna talk. Should we go outside?” 

  “Tae,” you sigh. “I don’t wanna talk about that.” 

  “We don’t have to talk about that specifically,” he assured you calmly. “About Jungkook, I mean. 
  
    I
  
   just wanna talk.” 

  He’s got something to tell you. Sighing once again, your shoulders slumped in defeat. Talking outside does sound better. It’s awfully quiet in this cabin and even though you’re sure the elder man doesn’t care about some stupid drama between two best friends and h@rny freaks, you do feel comfortable it’s just you and Taehyung talking.

  You walk outside and end up following Taehyung to the porch. “You good?” 

  “Why’s everyone asking me that?” you exclaim. 

  “D@mn, sorry for asking,” Taehyung mutters, “You don’t look good, that’s why.” 

  “D@mn, sorry.” you mutter back, a quiet snicker leaving his mouth as he motions his head for you to follow him. 

  Walking down the few stairs, your feet touch the grass and Taehyung leads you around the cabin until you reach a corner. He pulls out something from his pocket, two items actually as you watch lighter being lit up. Brows raised in surprise, you watch Taehyung put a cigarette between his lips as he lights it up. He breathes out a cloud of smoke, away from you. 

  “You smoke?” 

  It’s no breaking news. You’ve seen once or twice Taehyung lit up a cigarette. But all of those occasions (rare occasions) were when he was wasted. 

  “Just a new habit.” he explains, offering you his cigarette as you shake your head with a short nose scrunch. He smiles at that. 

  Maybe you could use a cigarette. Would it ease your nerves? You’re not sure. You’re not a smoker. Would it solve your problems? Hell no. 

  “I wanted to apologize.” he says after a minute, catching your surprised eyes. 

  “You wanted to… apologize?” 

  He nods. “Yeah. I shouldn’t have sent you on that walk.” 

  D@mn he shouldn’t have. You wouldn’t have f@ck@d Jungkook in the woods if he didn’t. But unfortunately, that’s not Taehyung’s fault. 

  “I thought you and Kook just needed to talk. I thought you would talk and you would come back fine.” 

  Your features soften, staring into the night. 

  “I f@ck@d up, Tae.” you say quietly. 

  “How?” he questions, puffing out another smoke.

  “I just did.” 

  He doesn’t push you for further explanation, even though the typical Taehyung probably itches to know more. But deep down you know he’s respectful and can differentiate between serious and too serious. 

  “And you meant well.” 

  “Huh?” 

  You chuckle. “You meant well by sending us to talk. You were right. We were ruining everyone’s time here. We still are.” 

  “That’s not what I said though…” 

  “Come on,” You give him a pointed look. “Everyone’s already thinking it.” 

  “Y/N,” Taehyung sighs, “You’re not ruining anyone’s time here. You and Kook just have your own sh@t going on. And you seemed to not solve it in any way. You two just need to talk, but now I understand it needs to be at your own pace.”

  “We should talk. I just—I can’t explain it. I was just so mad and annoyed that I couldn’t. We are too annoyed at each other to have a decent conversation. I’m scared to talk because I’m scared it’s gonna end up even in a bigger argument.” 

  You toss your stuff onto the grass and lean against the wall beside Taehyung. 

  “Does that make sense?” 

  “I don’t know. I never had to deal with sh@t like this.” he confesses, grins cracking on your lips for a short moment. 

  You wish you could just tell Taehyung everything. To get it off your chest, to explain why you behaved the way you did. What started the argument and overall, just explain the things from your perspective. But then… Do you want to talk about it? You’re genuinely tired. You’re that kind of person who needs to get stuff off your chest as soon as possible. But it doesn’t seem right at the moment. 

  “I’m f@ck@ng confused,” he mutters suddenly. “I’m confused how all of this even started. Do you not like Ester or something?” 

  Here’s Taehyung’s straightforwardness. 

  You understand why he’s asking that. 

  “No, I do. She’s a nice girl.” 

  Taehyung hums, obviously having something on top of his tongue but he keeps his mouth shut. 

  “I was just being dumb. I overreacted.” you explain briefly. Which to be honest, gives Taehyung zero explanation whatsoever. 

  “I mean… she’s too quiet and shy in my opinion,” You give him a look again with a raised brow. “But,” he continues. “She seems like a nice girl, like you said.” 

  “… yeah.” 

  “Look, I won’t pry any further. You clearly don’t wanna tell me which is fine. I’m kinda hurt by that but it’s fine,” He tries to joke as you crack a saddened smile. “But I’m here if you wanna talk. Or share whatever is troubling that mind of yours.” 

  “Thanks, Tae.” you almost whisper, bottom lip slightly pouting. 

  Taehyung notices just as he finishes his cigarette. He tosses it onto the ground, puts it out by stepping on it with his slide. “Come here.” 

  And he pulls you to him before you can protest. Cheek pressed against his chest, you hug him back as his warmth and scent envelopes you as well. 

  “I’m gonna cry if we hug.” 

  “Don’t cry, you’re gonna ruin my shirt.” Taehyung complains, causing you to giggle through your pain. 

  “You’re such a menace. And you smell of cigarettes and beer.” you complain into his shirt. That’s not entirely true, he doesn’t smell bad at all. Those smells are mixed with his musky cologne. Taehyung smells f@ck@ng amazing. 

  “Hey, you little sh@t. Leave me alone.” he laughs, tightening his hold on you before he slowly lets go. 

  As you get back, you make your way to Yoongi's car where you put your things back. Ignoring some of the stares you feel on your back, you get inside the caravan for whatever reason. You need some time alone for a little longer.

  You stand there, leaning against the small counter with your arms crossed over a chest, staring into nothing as the door open and click shut shortly after. Who's here again? No time for annoyance of your interruption, your entire posture straightens up and arms uncross at the sight of Jungkook. 

  His features are firm for a second as the air inside the caravan suddenly feels too suffocating. 

  "What are you doing here?" 

  Jungkook doesn't miss the cold words, barely reacts as he lifts something in his hand into the air. "Namjoon was about to bring you this, but I snatched it out of his hands." he confesses, ignoring the way your heart falters at his honesty and at the sight of ointment in his own hand. 

  "Why?" you ask simply and dumbly. 

  He remains silent, closing the space between you as he comes to stand up in front of you. Without any words, he opens the package and scoots a small amount onto his two fingers. "Namjoon's always prepared," he mutters. You're guessing he's trying to fill up the silence and tension.

  You watch him putting the ointment on the counter, arm almost brushing your side as you press your lips tightly. That's until he hesitates for a second, eyes searching your face before he gently turns your face to the side, undoubtedly to check on the scratch. It's no disaster, could've been worse. It stings but it's nothing you couldn't have survived.

  "I can do it myself." you point out the obvious, voice cold and emotionless.

  "Why are you so stubborn, hm?"

  Wish you could give him an answer. One that would make sense. 

  Jungkook continues to ignore the glare you give him as soon as his fingers inch toward your face. His eyes stay solely on your cheek. "This might hurt a little. I'll try to be gentle." 

  Before you can protest, be the stubborn self that you are, he gently stars applying the product on your scratch. You frown and hiss at the same time, automatically flinching as Jungkook mutters a smooth apology but continues the task. Once he's done, he goes to wipe off his fingers from the ointment while your inner cheek is caged between your teeth. You bite harshly on the flesh, feeling like you're about to vomit any second from the emotions.

  "Listen," he starts, but you panic and brush past him just for him to catch your forearm. 

  "I gotta go." you stupidly inform him, blinking at him as if you had somewhere to be which is ridiculous – you both know that. 

  "This went too far," Jungkook continues regardless of your stupid attempt to leave. "I'm ready to talk if you are."

  All you offer him is a nod, too busy getting out of the caravan to hear the sigh leaving his mouth. You get to your previous spot, damp hair framing your face as you reach for a bottle of beer. By the time you came back, they had to open a new package considering you've been drinking out of cans before. 

  There's a conversation going on, but you're not that stupid not to notice how Seokjin's voice falters for a moment as they notice you joining them. Looking up after the few gulps, you visibly shrug at them. 

  "I'm okay, it's just a scratch. I'm sorry about the drama." you mutter the last sentence, knowing each of them has heard you. 

  Across the fire, Taehyung's features twist in silent compassion. 

  "It's okay," Seokjin assures you as the rest of them nod and hum in agreement. Jungkook comes out of the caravan, fingers running through his hair making them slightly messy as he plops onto his own spot next to Ester. "We all fight and argue. Don't feel bad. Both of you." 

  You and Jungkook nod in return, mirroring each other's actions without any words. 

  It's crazy how one stupid argument can change things between people. So much that it not only affects your entire day, but your sleep as well. After yesterday's night ended with everyone too tired to continue to talk and drink. You all have had enough. There's no need to get drunk to get wasted on your first night here. Even though a few reasons could've been found, you know better than that. You were tipsy enough to stumble to your tent along with Yoongi, showing him your middle finger as he kept complaining about having to share a sleeping space with you.

  You told him to f@ck off and he laughed, falling asleep shortly after. You've kept tossing around, waiting for him to wake up and cuss you out for it but he hasn't. He slept deeply, turned to you with his back as soft snores left his mouth here and there. Luckily not loud enough to disturb your lack of sleep.

  When after hours of silence and darkness, your eyes shut on their own and so did your mind. The dreams are more disturbing than ever, not allowing you to have at least a peaceful sleep. You kept having mixed dreams of you and Jungkook arguing along with flashbacks of what happened on that stupid dare. Something random got mixed up there too, overall just weird dreams following you until the morning. 

  Namjoon's hike is planned for today. It shouldn't take a whole day, two to three hours max but you still refrain yourself from going.

  You're not necessarily avoiding Jungkook, but you're not looking to be in his presence either. Not that you don't want to be. But considering there's still lingering tension between you, you don't want to make things even more out of hand or weird. This is not something worth ruining your friendship with him. And you plan to talk to him. Finding the right time is the tougher part though.

  You need to grow a pair of b@lls to do the next step. It's the least you could do. Jungkook came to you yesterday, told you he's ready to talk. And by doing that, he made the first step of approaching you.

  Judging how empty he looks like the next morning tells you enough that it has taken a toll on him as well. None of you want this. But you two are also the only ones who can solve everything. Whenever there were previous arguments happening, you've always managed to talk about it in the end. This time it takes longer because you're both stubborn – and got hurt in the process. At the same time, you remind yourself of realizing every moment how stupid all of this is. Seriously, it's ridiculous. 

  "Hey, are you joining us?" Maya asks you, tying her shoelaces before she stands up and faces you. 

  "No, I think I should stay here. Think things through." you confess, trying to mirror the smile she gives you. 

  She's not blind. She saw that you and Jungkook haven't obviously talked. You appreciate she doesn't ask for any details, which is kind of surprising considering her constant nosiness, but you guess she can tell you don't want to talk about it. 

  "You know..." she starts hesitantly, "Jealousy is disease," she starts and laughs lightly, but her voice remains soft indicating she means no harm. "But it's also a human emotion. Don't beat yourself over it. We've talked about this and the only solution is--"

  "To talk to him." you finish for her. She nods. "I will. He came up to me yesterday, I'm sure you noticed."

  She raises her brow and gives you a guilty smile which gives you an answer.

  "He said he's ready to talk."

  "And you're not?"

  Opening your mouth, you're interrupted by oblivious Hoseok who informs Maya that it's time to go. You usher her to go. "We'll talk later."

  She nods, giving you a smile in encouragement as she hops off to Namjoon who smiles down at her, wrapping his arm around her frame as he brings her closer.

  Since most of them are going on a hike, people who decided not to go will logically prepare the lunch. You've got no problem with that. You gather all the prepared stuff, walking past Taehyung and Jimin's tent that remains shut. Taehyung is sleeping off the hangover.

  You and Yoongi meet at the extinguished fireplace, his morning and puffy face a new sight to you. He gives you a glare when he sees your amused face, scratching the back of his head. Who would've pegged him for a sleepyhead? You're surprised he still decided to wake up and help, considering Taehyung flipped off whoever tried to wake him up.

  "How's your cheek?" he asks, surprising you by the question and you don't hide it. He visibly shifts uncomfortably on his spot as your lips curl to a half-smirk. 

  "Are you concerned about me, Min Yoongi?" 

  "F@ck, no." he disagrees immediately, erupting a laugh from you. "You just look like you've been through hell."

  
    Mental hell,
  
   you want to correct him.

  "Of course I do. Your snores could wake up a dead person." you tease, laughing at the prominent frown on his face. 

  "I don't snore loudly, you liar." he says, determined of his truth.

  You shrug, "It was worth a try," He rolls your eyes. You still decide to give him an answer, finding it oddly touching that he asked. "It's fine. Hurts a little but it's nothing bad. I will live."

  "What a shame." 

  He cackles when you throw a plastic bottle at him. He dodges it with a smirk. 

  "Must've been a hard fall to scratch your face," he hums, catching your eyes immediately as your glare warns him. "Didn't know you were 
  
    that
  
   clumsy."

  He's testing you. There's no way he knows what happened in those woods. He can only assume. Yet, he's here testing and teasing you. You muster the best neutral expression you can, stopping in your tracks. 

  "We were there in complete darkness. It's completely normal to stumble or fall."

  Yoongi hums in return, luckily not pressing you with his annoying teasing or whatever that was any further. After a minute of taking stuff in and out of the caravan to prepare food for lunch, you stare at Yoongi. His brows are furrowed, though he looks nothing but focused as you call out his name. 

  "I'm sorry."

  "Pardon?" he blinks. 

  "That you had to experience yesterday... I didn't know my argument with Jungkook would get out of hand."

  He stares, dumbfounded. "Why are you apologizing to 
  
    me
  
  ?"

  "Because I'm embarrassed by it. I really wanted you to have a good time here."

  Yoongi sighs, scratching his temple awkwardly before he tosses the pack of meat onto the table. "I am having... a good time here. I would rather be home and chill on my couch," You raise your brow. "But you don't have to apologize to me because of that. That's between you and him."

  Nibbling on your bottom lip, you nod without looking at him as your thoughts come haunt you again. 

  "And everyone's been pretty chill about it, as far as I know. I don't know your friends that much, but they seem to be chill."

  "But it's still awkward and embarrassing." you confess weakly, rubbing your forehead with a little whine.

  "Do you want my advice?"

  "No."

  Yoongi presses his lips tightly at the quick response, but still continues regardless. "Just talk to each other. I'm pretty sure you will figure it out. That man is ready to fight for you."

  "What?"

  "Oh, come on." he rolls his eyes. "He's so protective over you. Since the day I met him."

  You know that. Jungkook has been your number one protector for the longest time. No one cares about you the way Jungkook does. Sure, Jimin and Taehyung are the best friends you could've asked for. But Jungkook? He has always had a soft spot for you. He's been the number one person you would go to with any problem. He would never judge you.

  One bad look from another person and he would be there, ready to fight your own battles. He is like that with any of his friends. That's what makes him special. That's why everyone loves to have him as their friend. Jungkook is precious. 

  But even precious people can p@ss you off, among other things. It's normal and just because you had some kind of dumb argument doesn't change that fact. Just as it shouldn't define your friendship. 

  All emotions come crashing down on you. The regret and guilt, even the stupid anger you tried to justify several times. And for what? Because of your stupid jealousy? Your bottom lip wobbles and Yoongi's eyes widen, probably panicking that you could start crying any time. 

  "Don't cry or I'm gonna throw up." 

  You snicker, laughing through the pain as your lips naturally pout. Yoongi groans.

  "You two are idiots. Besides, since when do you care about anyone else's opinion? Huh? I thought you don't give a f@ck."

  "I don't know, Yoongi... it seems like I care more than I show." you mockingly point out, hating that you just admitted that out loud. But well – he must've noticed that. 

  "What do you want me to do? I'm starting to feel uncomfortable." he confesses with a frown on his lips. 

  "D@mn. A decent person would offer the other person a hug." you remark, ignoring Yoongi's dramatic lapping for a breath. 

  "You want me to hug you?" 

  You roll your eyes. "Want is a strong word, dude. But hugs can be nice and help. You act like you haven't done more than that."

  Yoongi scrunches his nose. "We," he stops, "We don't talk about that night."

  "I know what you're trying to say. It was a mistake." you tell him bluntly.

  "It was... it was just a dumb decision at that time."

  "That's what you would describe a mistake as." you state dumbfounded. 

  "Whatever," he mutters. "Don't bring that up ever again."

  "You're the one who's acting like a hug would kill you!" you exclaim with a laugh, hearing him scoff. 

  "Oh my god. You're so annoying. Come here." he stomps toward you and before you even catch his words, he pulls you closer to him.

  Min Yoongi is hugging you. Freaking Min Yoongi has his arm around your shoulders, patting them awkwardly as you bite back a laugh.

  "Is it helping?" he mutters, continuing to pat your shoulder at the same pace as you snicker. 

  "I feel weird." you inform him and he hums in confirmation. 

  You hear nearby footsteps just as you both pull away from the hug, glancing in the direction of the sound. Jungkook stands a few feet from you two, awkwardly glancing around as he mutters; "Don't let me stop you."

  He opens his car, rummaging through something inside until he pulls out his camera out of his camera bag. He shuts the door with a thud, sparing you one last glance before walking away and joining the others where a distant laughter can be heard. They're still around. 

  Your mouth is open, closing slowly. What were you supposed to do? To try to convince him that it's not what it looks like? Nothing happened. You won't let your mind feed you with stupid scenarios. Yoongi hugged you, just as weird as it sounds, but there's no point in being dramatic. But the whole situation was slightly awkward and the awkwardness lingers even when Jungkook is nowhere in sight.

  Considering what you and him bickered about yesterday, you suddenly understand Jungkook's side more. You've brought here a guy you're not exactly friends with. You know Jungkook doesn't like him and the intention of inviting Yoongi to come along is more than clear. Has been from the beginning. After all, you've hooked up with Yoongi. It doesn't matter if you had a proper intercourse or just a part of it. 

  You still have something to be upset about. And you are. But seeing it from his perspective makes you understand him more. Not that you make excuses for him. Not at all. You're still mad at what he said back at Taehyung's apartment. He's at fault too. 

  You trade your positions, wondering how you would feel if Jungkook invited someone he hooked up with. Purely just to p@ss you off. Because he hasn't invited poor Ester because of that.

  You've f@ck@d up too. You started it.

  "See? This is why I don't hug people." Yoongi complains in the back, turning back to his task with a disapproving shake of his head. 

  ++

  What's so f@ck@ng hard on coming to Jungkook and ask him to talk to you? You back off like a coward every time you get the opportunity to do that, whenever he's not surrounded by everyone. That's hard as well. The man seems to be talking to everyone, but no words or looks are exchanged between you. 

  Deciding to let it go for a moment, it's better when the right time comes naturally and you won't be stealing glances at him, your legs twitching to move to muster the courage to talk to him. He's Jungkook for f@ck sake! 

  The only reason why you're so nervous is simple and nothing new. You're scared you talking will only result in more arguing. It's natural and normal for two people with different opinions to argue. Not mentioning all of this is fresh. You can tell by your lingering annoyance and anger. But you should talk as soon as possible. You really don't want to spend the rest of this trip ignoring each other.

  You just have to know – no matter what, everything is going to be okay. Even if it doesn't seem like that. 

  They've returned from the hike two hours ago, and complimented the food you and Yoongi prepared, since Taehyung woke up in the midst of cooking, refusing to lend a helping hand. 

  The constant heat has made all of you fan, deciding to go to the lake again. This time no one really stays behind as everyone wants to freshen up in the water. Even Yoongi which surprises you.

  He flashes everyone with his soft skin and toned stomach. Your gazes meet with Maya as she mouths 
  
    he does have abs
  
   to you. You can't help but roll your eyes, laughing at her.

  Overall, the atmosphere is loosen up and you find yourself enjoying the moment even with your situation not being sold. You push it back, far away in your mind and focus on your relaxation. That's why you came here, right? 

  "Y/N, come here. We need one more person!" Maya calls out to you, in the water with Namjoon and Jungkook. Further away, there are Seokjin and Taehyung swimming laps.

  "For what?" you call out to them, the droplets on your skin already dried. 

  "Wrestling!"

  Oh.

  Maya's clutched to Namjoon's back, ushering to come there as your throat goes dry. Jungkook awkwardly stands there, water reaching just around his hips as he avoids your gaze.

  "I'm good!" you call to them, shaking your head as Maya frowns.

  You don't want things to make it any more awkward but still. Something's holding you back and the thought of being close to Jungkook, even if it's in a completely innocent way, makes you want to stay here. Where it's safe. 

  "Come on, it's gonna be fun! Ester can't play because she fears water!"

  You know that. You glance at Ester who you've been sitting beside for the past twenty minutes. She shrugs apologetically, enjoying the sun instead as she flips through pages of a magazine that Maya brought. 

  Looking at the couple again, not missing Jungkook either, you sigh and stand up. You ignore Maya's triumphal sounds as you make your way there. You have to try to make things better. 

  "I'm not sure about this game, though." you mutter, half of your body already in the water as your eyes stay on Maya who gives you an encouraging smile. 

  "I'll go easy on you." she teases, causing you to purse your lips. 

  "I'm not a fan of water games in general. At least not this kind."

  "You're no fun." she continues to tease, Namjoon grins in response. 

  "Yeah, because getting pushed into water from someone's shoulders sounds like total fun." you mutter sarcastically.

  Jungkook's lips twitch and he rubs his nose instead, trying to appear as if he's not present. Maya gets on Namjoon's shoulders, the two of them in their own loving episode for a moment as they giggle and talk. 

  Turning to Jungkook, you clear your throat which makes him look at you. "I won't let you fall." he says, easing down your nerves.

  He knows about your opinion of this without you even stating it. That alone makes your heart flutter. "You better not." you joke.

  One corner of his lips lifts up in a poor attempt of a smile. The air is awkward but you visibly relax because it's not that bad at all. He turns around and lowers himself. Motioning you to get on his shoulders, you obey and touch his heated and wet skin. Ignoring the hard muscles, Jungkook helps you to lift yourself to his shoulders until you're sitting on him. You hesitate to touch him any further, but once he turns to Namjoon and Maya, you automatically panic and grab the top of his head. 

  "This okay?" he asks silently, only for you to hear.

  "Mhm."

  No words are exchanged once again, the game officially starting. Jungkook stays true to his words. Whenever Maya takes her attack into action, Jungkook tries to dodge it by moving you and him. 

  "Y/N, you gotta push me babe." Maya laughs.

  "I don't like this game!" you complain. Second after, Maya goes to push you and you stumble, yelping and holding Jungkook for your dear life. 

  The couple laughs.

  Jungkook has a tight grip on your legs, securing you which makes you more confident. You still don't like this game. But when Maya starts her attack again, you grow annoyed and try to push her. She stumbles and Namjoon has a hard time staying balanced. Once they're balanced, Maya gasps and laughs at your attack. 

  "What?" you grumble, "I can get competitive too." 

  "That's not fair. You've got Jungkook on your team." Maya laughs through her complaint. 

  "Hey!" Namjoon feigns offense. 

  "You're great, baby, but look at Jungkook. They haven't stumbled, not even once." 

  Namjoon shoots you an amused grin, shaking his head at his girlfriend as you start wrestling again. In the middle of it, your and Maya's girlie gasps, yelps and giggles resound around the lake. You both grow weak from all the laughter, both men urging one of you to win. The final blow happens when you're close to falling, Jungkook holding you tight and balancing you as he brings you closer to the couple. All you have to do is push some more as Maya stumbles and falls into the water. 

  "Oh sh@t." you gasp, hands placed over top of Jungkook's head as Maya emerges from the water a second after. She's laughing which makes you sigh in relief. 

  "That was so fun!" she says happily, kissing Namjoon as the couple gets into their own world again and you two end up staring at the couple making out right in front of you.

  You clear your throat. Jungkook gets the hint and gets you off his shoulders, carefully and slowly until he makes sure you're okay. He's holding you until your feet touch the ground.

  "Everything good?" he asks, which makes you nod at him.

  "Yeah, thanks."

  You both glance away just as Maya stops sucking off her boyfriend's face. "You guys. We were thinking about going on a short hike again. You wanna join?" 

  "Yeah, I found this other trail and apparently there is some good view. It's like ten minutes from here." Namjoon joins.

  "I--" You and Jungkook say at the same time. 

  "Jimin, are you going with us too?" Namjoon asks approaching Jimin, his hair wet from the water too.

  "Where?"

  Namjoon explains his plan which makes Jimin shrug. "Yeah, sounds good. Are you guys going too?" he asks, eyes stopping at you and Jungkook. 

  You're both quiet, none of you dare to say a word as Jimin raises his brow. His features turn stern, giving you a knowing look. 

  "Yeah." You and Jungkook's voices collide but create the same answer. 

  With Jimin tagging along, you do feel like being on a trip with a strict father who's silently watching your every move. It just might be your paranoia. The obvious distance between you and Jungkook seems to wordlessly prove his point. One game won't fix the issue. So won't a hike.

  Jungkook keeps to himself for most part, saying short bits here and there. Maya walks ahead with Namjoon, the couple's hands locked together and surprisingly, Taehyung has decided to join at the last minute. You're happy about that though. Without him, you can't imagine what awkward silence there would be. Nor you or Jungkook talk much which is rare, something Jimin and Taehyung clearly notice but luckily decide not to comment. It's already awkward as it is.

  You and Jimin somehow stay behind, walking slower than the rest as you see Jungkook taking pictures of Maya and Namjoon while Taehyung stands beside them, looking where he could possibly sit.

  Looking at your friends, you feel Jimin's eyes on the side of your face which makes you silently chuckle. "Just say what you wanna say."

  "Why do you think I wanna say something?" Jimin asks.

  You give him a look which makes him chuckle softly. 

  "I'm just checking on you. I don't think 
  
    me
  
   telling you something is gonna fix things." Well, that's true. 

  "I'm miserable, but I'm planning to fix it." you inform him instead.

  He remains silent for a moment, maybe not quite sure what to say before he nods in understatement. 

  "I talked to Taehyung." 

  "What did he say this time?" you ask right away, no beating around the bush since you both know Taehyung very well. 

  Jimin laughs silently, shaking his head. "He didn't tell me what you talked about." He clarifies which does make you slightly surprised. 

  "Really?"

  "Well I didn't exactly pry."

  "We both know Tae doesn't need anyone to pry. He's gonna tell you stuff on his own." you joke, the two of you laughing at the honest description of Taehyung's personality. 

  "Yeah, but he didn't this time." he assures you.

  Taehyung possibly saying anything about your conversation to Jimin doesn't exactly affect you. You didn't tell him much details and even if you did, you don't mind. But it seems fair to talk to Jungkook first, explain your behavior to him first before you go around and talk about it to anyone else. Sure, Maya knows. But that's only because she figured it out on her own. That situation was different overall. 

  "He just told me he talked to you. You seemed sad and I... I don't know. I'm sorry?" he questions, "I'm not sure what to say but I want you to know that you and Jungkook are gonna figure it out. Don't worry too much, okay?" he ends softly.

  In the end, they all want what's best for you. And when they see one of you struggling, they are there for that person. 

  "I know," you mutter just as softly, "Thanks."

  As you join the others on top of the hill, Taehyung's in the middle of sentence when your sneakers slip against a bigger rock. You yelp, stumbling and ready for a fall before a hand clasps around your wrist and keeps you steady.

  Mouth open and heart beating fast from the shock, you see a familiar set of eyes frowned in worry. “You okay?”

  “Yeah, thanks.” You clear your throat, Jungkook's touch fading just as Taehyung's voice.

  You ignore the little smirk Maya tries to hide, feigning innocence as Namjoon subtly pokes her side.

  Once you come back to the camping site, not much has changed. Everyone seems to be enjoying their time here and for that, you're glad. Your unnecessary drama with Jungkook has caused enough trouble. One that you're the cause of. You're stupid for opening your mouth and letting jealousy get the worst of you. Sure, you've both f@ck@d up eventually, but you realize your mistake here. To truly resolve this, you and Jungkook must talk. 

  Jimin has –purposely or not – given you the little push you might've needed. Though you're very aware of his inner thoughts and opinions he might've not talked about this time, you know he was being a good friend. He's trying to turn you in the right direction. 

  However, getting to the actual task is not as easy as it seems.

  Everyone's having a good time, including Jungkook who's more talkative than yesterday. Trying to talk to him will just attract everyone's attention, so you stupidly retrieve every time you think it's the right time to just call out his name and let him know you want to talk. 

  Argh!

  You're mad at yourself for making this difficult. 

  But as the night comes and drinking continues, the atmosphere is too good to potentially mess it up. Jungkook's flushed cheeks and big doe eyes tell you he's already tipsy. If you want to have a proper conversation, you want both of you to be sober. To be fair, you've had a fair share of beer as well and it's better to sort this out later. 

  You're leaving tomorrow though. And that thought makes you upset with yourself even more. You've managed to be on this camping trip without properly talking. Not only that, but you also haven't sorted anything which naturally makes you frustrated. Because… What's the big deal? He's Jungkook. It has always been easy to talk to him. 

  You're aware of the embarrassment still lingering deep within your chest. And f@ck. You haven't even confessed what caused your reaction last week.

  It's a stupid argument.

  And you also don't want to spend the rest of this camping trip overthinking stuff, nor spend it regretting something that can't be changed. So you focus on the people around you. You laugh, talk and enjoy your last night here because your other friends are here too.

  It comes to midnight, most of the guys already gone, barely able to keep their eyes open. Ester and Jin went to sleep and shortly after, Maya and Namjoon joined them. You're thinking of it too, your eyes start to feel heavy and the previous effect of alcohol starts to wear off. Well, you surely haven't gotten wasted, which can't be said about Jimin and Taehyung. The two men cling to each other like a loving couple as they whisper their appreciation for their youth (as they called it). 

  While they reminisce about their old times, Hoseok is close to tripping while Yoongi laughs and makes no effort to actually help him, you notice Jungkook. He has detached from the camping fire and the group, moving closer to the tall trees as your brows furrow. Already on your feet, you distance yourself from the noise and make your way to him.

  “Jungkook!”

  His steps falter before he glances over his shoulder. You watch the subtle surprise on his face, based on the way his brows lift up, before you're met with a perfect sight of his rosy cheeks and the effect alcohol has left on him. 

  “Where the hell are you going?”

  He gives you a lazy smile, one you haven't realized you missed. In fact, you've missed any kind of smile of his. This trip has been crazy which is a shame because you really hoped this one would take the cake.

  He shrugs and while you're completely oblivious to his sudden drunken idea, you join him before he could get out of your sight. Not that he was trying to but you wouldn't want to risk it. Not a single person back there seems to be capable of possibly searching for missing Jungkook. 

  You catch him by his wrist, you don't allow him to walk any further. “You're drunk.” 

  Once again met with that lazy smile of his, he remarks: “So are you.”

  “I'm tipsy. Not as drunk as you anyway.” you correct, his lips pouting a little.

  “You didn't talk to me.” he admits silently.

  Features faltering, your fingers twitch around his wrist as you slowly let go. “I wanted to.”

  “Why didn't you?”

  “Because we all drank a lot, Kook. I would rather talk about this when we're both sober.”

  It is true. Though you should've talked to him sooner. You shouldn't have waited until well, it's too late to talk tonight anyway. Jungkook has given you the space to come to him when you want to talk. It seems like he's been waiting for you to approach him this whole  time. You've failed to do that. 

  “Kook,” he laughs silently, your lips twitching in a mere amusement when you notice his toothy (and drunk) grin. “I've missed that.”

  You offer him a saddened smile with thousands of emotions behind it, though you remain silent because what's the point of talking about it now. “Come on. Let's go back and sleep it off.” 

  You tug the sleeve of his oversized hoodie, motioning from where you came from. Luckily, he ends up following you instead of taking a spontaneous walk in the dark woods or whatever he had planned. 

  You're both shocked to find the fire extinguished and seats empty as everyone has seemed to go to sleep. Sighing, Jungkook simply waves you a goodbye as he stumbles to his tent. You watch him, wondering whether you should help him or not but in the end, he seems to manage as he disappears inside his tent. Rubbing your forehead, you decide to not stay outside any longer. Everything does have a different vibe with no one outside.

  Unzipping your tent, you expect Yoongi to be sprawled all over the place utmost. What you don't expect however, is Taehyung there with him as the two men messily lay there. It even makes you pull out your phone and turn on your flashlight to make sure you're seeing right. Taehyung's legs are spreaded and outstretched, his arm thrown over Yoongi's chest while your usually annoying co-worker is gone just as much.

  “F@ck@ng great.” you mutter, nudging Taehyung's foot with your own. 

  His lack of response and ignorance (from his obvious intoxication) causes you to be harsher with your movements which eventually makes a set of drunken curses be spat out at you. Knowing there's no point of trying to get him out of there, you zip the tent back up. Rubbing your forehead and keeping the frustration to yourself, you glance at Jungkook's tent before a silent groan slips past your lips.

  F@ck@ng Taehyung. 

  Unzipping Jungkook's tent, you get inside just as he is still awake and very much drunk as lifts his head up to check the intruder. “Who are you?”

  Rolling your eyes, you respond. “It's me.”

  Leaving your shoes outside, you quickly zip the tent back up to avoid any insects getting inside. “Taehyung somehow ended up taking up my tent. You don't mind if I stay here, right?”

  You turn your screen on, lighting up the dark space to see where you can lay down. Jungkook's face is scrunched at the bright light as you apologize before quickly laying down at the space beside him.

  “'M–don't mind.”

  Chuckling, you make yourself more comfortable as you turn to face him. When your eyes adjust to the darkness, you notice him laying on his back with hand over his chest.

  “I should've talked to you today.” you mutter, wondering if he even hears you when you're met with silence.

  But that doesn't last long when a silent sigh leaves him. “It's–mm–okay.”

  “No, it's not. Look, I wasn't really acting right and I should've–”

  “Let's talk about it tomorrow, m'okay?” he breathes out tiredly, turning onto his side as he faces you. “No fighting.”

  You chuckle unsurely, embarrassed by your previous argument once again. That's until Jungkook pulls you closer to him, offering you his warmth which you gladly take. Scooting closer to him, face inches from his clothed chest and the familiar scent of him, he loudly sighs as a silence follows. 

  That's until it's interrupted by incomprehensible slurs coming from Jungkook.

  “What?” you ask, frowned while trying to understand him.

  “'M sorry.” Is all he says before completely dozing off. 

  As the birds start to chirp and the air gets a little too warm, you're shaken out of your sleep despite the sleepiness making you dizzy. In and out of your consciousness, going back to sleep is not something that comes easy. Especially when memories of yesterday night start to slowly click in once you crack your eyes open, finding yourself in a different tent. 

  Soon, with your conscience more present, you realize the warm air is not the only thing that keeps you warm. You've managed to get out of the sleeping bag, probably when sunrise has hit the sky and it started to get a little too unbearable in this tent. However your back feels like it's burning. With your legs intertwined with – what you soon realize – Jungkook's, his arm draped over your waist and chest pressed against your very much burning back. 

  To find yourself in this position again causes you to be unsure of how to react. You hate how comforting it feels like, especially after everything you both have been through. There's still a lot to talk about, something you should most likely do before this trip comes to an end. However, you still wish to stay in this position a little longer. Perhaps acting like nothing's wrong for a while won't hurt anybody. 

  Jungkook's body temperature does make you shift, your bodies rubbing as you finally notice the undoubted erection he's sporting in his shorts. That alone causes your pulse to quicken up, heat spreading all over your face as if you were the one with obvious erection. While aware that this is something he can't always control, it does feel slightly superior to experience this again. The close and intimate position causes you to feel more than it normally would. His c@ck is nestled between your asscheeks and you have no idea what to do with this information. 

  While you're trying to keep your cool about it (and dissuade yourself from acting upon your secret s@xual wishes), Jungkook is bound to wake up by the little shift you make when you start feeling the first traces of sweat. Still, when he shifts in his spot you tense up. 

  "Ignore it." he says simply and completely groggily, proving he has just woken up. 

  There's a couple of things you could do right now. But you should also be more logical than you've been over the past week or so. That's why you ignore any devilish scenarios there could potentially happen, obeying his first morning words. 

  Jungkook unwraps his body from yours, turning onto his back with a soft groan. Stretching his limbs, he sits up with messy hair while shooting you a sideways glance. Turning on your back and exposing your face to him, you both share a glance of pure nothing. You two just have a quick look at each other before Jungkook rubs his face while yawning. 

  "Is anyone awake?" he asks.

  Shrugging, you answer. "I don't know, I just woke up." 

  "Right." he nods. 

  Why is everything suddenly so awkward? 

  "Well, I'm gonna make myself something to eat. You want something too?" he asks while gathering his shirt nearby, covering his torso with it. 

  When you don't answer, he glances back at you which shakes you out of your trance. "Ah, maybe? I don't know what's left." 

  "I'll go check." 

  And he's out of the tent, leaving you alone with not only messy hair but messy mind as well. Deciding not to lay there long enough for you to overthink everything from the start, you put your slides on and join Jungkook outside. You find him rummaging through a few packages of snacks that have been left on the outside table, scratching the back of his head. 

  He heard you walking toward him, shooting you a short glance. "There's nothing much left. I guess the rest of the food is in the caravan." 

  As Jungkook is ready to go there, you tug onto his hoodie to stop him. "You're gonna wake them." 

  Everyone seems to be still asleep. You have no idea what time it is, but it's definitely too early for you two to be awake too. Especially when you went to sleep last. You could definitely use more sleep but that's not currently possible. Your mind is whirling with never-ending thoughts, so there's no point in attempting to fall back to sleep. 

  "So? I'm not gonna stay hungry." Jungkook pouts, clearly not liking the thought of not eating his precious breakfast which let alone makes you chuckle because you're very aware of his disappointment. 

  "I'm not sure if there's much left anyway." 

  Seokjin did mention something about possibly running out of food yesterday, but no one really bothered to sort it out right then. It was too late anyway and everyone started drinking. 

  "Maybe we should go and buy something." you propose, avoiding Jungkook's pair of eyes on you as you busy yourself while looking around. 

  Things are still tense, at least too tense for you two, and just because you talked a little yesterday and today too doesn't mean everything is alright. Though you at least communicate with each other, woke up in a close proximity fully cuddling each other. 

  "Alright," he sighs in the end. "Let me just go wash my face and brush my teeth."

  "Yeah, I gotta do that too." you murmur before both of you get ready. 

  While you do your morning routine and share a bottle of water to wash your face and rinse your mouth, there are no words spoken or even uttered. You both change to more clean and suitable clothes. Jungkook has abandoned his hoodie and is wearing his casual oversized black shirt with a pair of new shorts. You've decided to wear one of your summer dresses. It's not like there will be any opportunity to wear it on this trip since you haven't gone to the town yet. 

  Being back in Jungkook's car brings you a weird sense of nostalgia though that's definitely a bit dramatic. You've been fighting for a week, in any case, it shouldn't be that serious at all. Is it weird to say you're glad to be here? 

  You and him are in the car together, listening to some music like any other times you've gone on a ride together. Pretty sure both of you can sense how there's this odd tension between you two, you both ignore it and go to the nearest convenience store. Once you're done, you find a hot-dog stand and decide to have your breakfast there. Jungkook pays, ignoring your useless attempt of pulling out your wallet which leaves you to mumble an appreciative 
  
    thanks
  
  . He waves you off, silently telling you not to mention it. 

  When you get back, everyone's still sleeping. Jungkook sets the grocery bag onto the table when you approach him, nervously and unsure as you mutter his name. 

  "Hm?" 

  "Can we talk?" you ask, his movements pausing as he sets the bottle of coke down. 

  You both know what that means. 

  "Sure. Here?" he questions. 

  "Let's take a walk." you offer, causing him to nod as he follows you. 

  You decide to take a walk to the lake, knowing there's a short bridge where you can comfortably sit and talk in a peaceful and quiet surrounding with no interruptions. As you sit down on the hardwood, Jungkook joins you as you both take the time staring ahead and breathing in the summery air. Fiddling with your fingers in your lap, you steal a glance at Jungkook who catches you almost immediately. It leaves your cheeks warm as you let out a chuckle, the amusement dancing on his face. 

  "I don't know how to start," you admit truthfully. "But I know I should explain myself, I should have from the start actually... but never mind. I should explain why I acted that way at Tae's place." 

  "We both let things get out of hand." he mutters and you nod.

  "Yes, but I started it. Which makes me embarrassed that I let myself act like that in front of not just you, but Jimin and Taehyung as well." 

  "Why did you then?" 

  "Because I was jealous of Ester." you let out the painfully awkward words out. 

  But for the first time since the argument, you feel the weight on your chest slowly dropping. 

  Jungkook snaps his eyes toward you, looking shocked and confused as ever. "Jealous? What? Why?" 

  "It's stupid," you chuckle nervously. "I never had to share you with any other girl. I mean—like a friend. You never brought any girl into our group and I guess I felt threatened in a way. I know it sounds stupid and I swear I'm not possessive or anything like that! Ester is actually nice and I felt like a total b@tch the entire time here, even before we came here." 

  "It never crossed my mind this could be the case. I'm sorry." Jungkook mumbles slowly, still gathering his thoughts. 

  "Kook, I'm the one who's sorry. I overreacted. I should've talked to you sooner or explained myself right there at Tae's. But I decided to be stubborn and childish, I wasn't truthful because I didn't want to admit out loud that I was just jealous." 

  "I gotta admit I was pretty clueless back then. I didn't know why you were suddenly so against Ester. It just—it got out of hand, I guess we both can agree with that," You nod. "I didn't act right too. I shouldn't have said some of the things I did." 

  "We both shouldn't have," you add. "And it did hurt hearing you comparing me to her. That made me even more upset, which only escalated." 

  "I—" He stops himself, sighing as he closes his eyes almost painfully. "That came out wrong. I wasn't trying to compare you two. What I meant by that was just... I couldn't understand why you got so hostile about her going and I thought you would understand that since you were in her position too. You know how hard it can be making friends. Which doesn't excuse any of my reactions, I'm just trying to explain myself too." 

  "No, I know. It feels nice to finally talk about this openly," you assure him. "And I admit my mistake here too. I was acting like that because I was jealous." 

  "There's no need for you to be jealous, Y/N." Jungkook assures you, softly and with a pinch of lightness to his voice which both makes you chuckle gently and silently.

  "And then you assumed the whole tent situation and I just bursted. I was sensitive because of my emotions." 

  "I'm sorry. I clearly wouldn't assume you share it with her if you didn't want to. It was a mere idea." he mumbles. 

  "I know. In other cases I would be completely fine with it. But I wasn't because..." 

  "Because you got jealous." he finishes for you, things starting to make more sense to him. 

  "... yeah." 

  "I meant it. Ester is my friend but she's never going to replace what you and me have. I'm serious." 

  You find Jungkook staring right back at you, making sure you see how serious he is about that and it does offer you everything you've needed. Assurance. 

  "I'm sorry, Kook. I really am. It all got messy and if I knew my reaction would end up with us fighting, I would keep my mouth shut. I even invited Yoongi for f@ck sake!" you exclaim, Jungkook snickering under his breath. 

  "Yeah, you totally did that just to p@ss me off." 

  You offer him a weak attempt of a sheepish smile. It's all good though, it causes him to laugh because 
  
    he knows
  
  . 

  "I'm sorry too, if I hurt you. I want you to know I never meant it the way you took it. It wasn't right for me to say some of the things too. I got frustrated and annoyed. I also want you to know that I get hurt and upset too." he admits silently, almost as if he's scared to say it out loud. 

  It causes your features to twist into sadness and empathy as you nod. 

  "I'm nowhere near perfect. I f@ck up too." he adds. 

  "We both f@ck@d up. But I guess I'm the bigger culprit in this." You try to joke, but Jungkook only glances at you with a soft gaze. 

  "We were both stupid and petty. There's no need to point fingers at who was worse. Let's just leave it at that." 

  You stay in silence, hearing the birds flying here and there as they chirp in the background. For a moment, you feel like you can't think. There are no thoughts in your mind, yet it feels like your head is suddenly going to burst with them. 

  Feeling overwhelmed is an understatement in this situation and before you know it, your eyes sting and water. Sniffling silently, you catch Jungkook's attention and you know there's no point in hiding it anymore. 

  "It just got all so messy!" you cry out, Jungkook's mouth opening and features twisting in sadness. 

  "Come here," He wraps his arm around your shoulders, pulling you to his side as he hugs you. "We are both idiots. But we talked about it and apologized. So no crying, hm?" he offers, gently pressing a kiss on top of your head. 

  You chuckle through your tears, giving him a weak nod. "I just can't believe we took it this far." 

  Jungkook hums, keeping you close to him. 

  "I don't want to lose you, Kook." 

  "You're not going to lose me, silly." 

  "But we never argued like this!" 

  "You also never got jealous before. We never had any other female friends around." he says lightly, trying to assure you that it's alright because you do need that assurance. 

  "It's your fault." you click your tongue, poking his side as he lets out a dramatic gasp. 

  "My fault?" 

  "Yes, I told you I'm not allowing any girls in our group." you joke, giving him a look which causes him to laugh.

  He throws his head back before he stares for a little longer, laughter slowly dying down as he gently pokes your cheek. "You were also wasted at that time. I didn't think you would take it this seriously." 

  "It's fine," you assure him. "It was stupid of me to get this jealous." 

  "Well, I can assure you that there's no other Y/N, alright?" he teases, nudging your side as you feel your cheeks heaten up once again, a shy smile crossing on your lips.

  You have to be honest. It feels f@ck@ng great to hear him say that. This way it feels like him having any other possible female friends is no big deal. You've always known what you and Jungkook have is special. You've had that since you met him and her closer. It was dumb of you to question that but well, jealousy is a disease. It's a vile emotion. 

  The silence follows shortly after, the memories coming back to you as you let out a sigh. "We fought like petty kids. But you know what actually made me upset? The first night here. In the woods." 

  Jungkook looks at you, giving you all the attention as you take the cue to continue. 

  "I wasn't upset with you. I was upset with myself for letting our friendship get to this point. Since when do we solve our problems by f@ck@ng through them?" 

  Jungkook opens his mouth, though no response comes out of it. 

  "I don't regret it. I think we acted upon our frustration and d@mn, we had lots of it." 

  "We sure had. The s@x was good though." 

  You snicker, nudging him this time as he laughs. "It was. But once it was over, I got this anger at myself. I thought 'what did we do with our friendship?'. But thinking of it now, a part of me is like, but 
  
    what's the big deal?
  
   I don't know if I make any sense right now."

  "No, you do. I mean... I knew you were mad, I didn't know why exactly but when you said something like this didn't happen, I knew you're upset." 

  "I agreed to that s@x, Kook. I wanted it." You make sure he knows that. You don't see inside his head, but you need to know that there's not an ounce of regret of what happened in those woods. For a moment it was thrilling and the only thing you felt like you needed. You're upset because you felt that way. Not because it happened. 

  "It got all too much for me. From the argument a week ago to the point where we couldn't stand each other. I just asked myself what we have become?" 

  Jungkook hums in acknowledgment. 

  "Maybe we should take a break?" you ask. 

  You've never thought of it earlier on. D@mn, you're not even sure how this came out all of a sudden. Just a sudden idea that currently makes sense. Though, you're not sure about it completely, talking to Jungkook about it seems like the first step. 

  "A break?" 

  "From the s@x. Learn how to be best friends again." 

  "Weren't we best friends all this time?" he chuckles. 

  You know what he means. Regardless of your intimate life together, outside of it you were still the same. Perhaps you're just overreacting and are still upset over how you dealt with things instead. Actually, you're sure that's why. But maybe this could be beneficial for you two. 

  So you tell him exactly that, met with a moment of silence before he breaks it. 

  "I'm not sure what to say. I don't wanna say anything to disregard you. If this is what you want or think is right, I'm up for it." 

  "You don't think a break could be... good?" 

  "I mean, we don't know unless we try." he shrugs. "I told you whenever you want to end this, we can. You're in control of this too." 

  "I don't regret having s@x with you, Kook." 

  He chuckles but once he sees your raised brow, he clears his throat and rubs the tip of his nose gently. "I know you don't. I wasn't thinking of that at all." 

  "I just want you to know." 

  "I know, don't worry." he smiles. 

  "So, it's all behind us?" 

  "Of course. Fighting with you f@cks me up more than you think." he laughs as you join. 

  "God, everyone witnessed our bickering and childish behavior." you whine, hiding your face in your hands as Jungkook rubs your back before he retrieves his hand. 

  "F@ck them. Who cares?" 

  "I do," you whine. "That sh@t was embarrassing. So embarrassing that I even apologized to Yoongi the other day. He was trying to console me but he's pretty sh@t at it." 

  Jungkook only snickers. 

  "That's when you came in. It wasn't what—"

  "You don't owe me any explanation, okay?" he says gently, brushing a strand of hair off your face. 

  "And he actually fingered me when we—I lied." 

  Jungkook chokes on his spit, coughing. "What?" 

  "I mean—I lied but didn't realize it. I was so out of it that I couldn't remember properly. It wasn't my fault, it was yours actually." 

  "My fault?" Jungkook laughs, amused. 

  "Mhm." You don't tell him that his sex capability literally makes you lose your mind sometimes. "I just had to set the record straight."

  "Well, thanks for letting me know your co-worker fingered you as well. Thanks for the kindness." he mutters under his breath, shooting you a grin when you slap his thigh. 

  "We're good?" 

  "We're good, stupid." he laughs, hugging you to him as you hug him back. 

  Burrowing your head in his chest, you smile for the first time in a long time. Genuinely. 

  "You guys made up?!" 

  You slowly pull off from each other, looking behind you to find shirtless Taehyung, very much awake and not hungover like you would've expected him to. He's got experience, you guess. 

  "Finally!" 

  He claps loudly, catching the attention of others as you slowly make them come closer to Taehyung. Jimin frowns, asking something as Taehyung responds. Jimin shoots you a thumbs up. 

  "Now f@ck each other's brain out!" 

  Looking at each other with Jungkook, you both burst into laughter. 

  "I'm gonna kill him." 

  You hope not 
  
    everyone
  
   has heard that but luckily, there's only Jimin next to him who slaps his back which causes Taehyung to completely ignore him as he shoots you a boyish grin, not forgetting to wiggle his brows at you. 

  "Yup. Me too." Jungkook says, standing up as he offers his hand to help you stand up. 

  You gladly take it, the two of you smiling at each other before you join the others.

  
  

  
  

    
      
        
        
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