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Min Yoongi (22:10): What time is the ceremony tomorrow? I forgot
Jung Hoseok (22:10): 9 am
Jung Hoseok (22:10): do you really want to come? You’re in the middle of promotions
Min Yoongi (22:10): I’ve told you a million times you’re graduating I would come even if I had to save the world
Jung Hoseok (22:10): ok clear but you can still tell me I can ask someone else
Min Yoongi (22:11): you mean Taehyung?
Jung Hoseok (22:11): yep!
Min Yoongi (22:11): he got so mad at me for being the one to go
Min Yoongi (22:12): ‘I’ve been his best friend for years but this assmaster is the one who’s going’
Jung Hoseok (22:12): I still can’t believe he called you an assmaster and I can’t believe your response
Jung Hoseok (22:12): ‘Assmaster? I saw Jimin walk awkwardly the other day. You’re the assmaster’
Jung Hoseok (22:13): we should write down all of your genius moments
Min Yoongi (22:13): it’d be an autobiography
Jung Hoseok (22:13): no it’d be like one sheet of paper
Min Yoongi (22:13): fuck you
Jung Hoseok (22:13): ;D
Min Yoongi (22:13): is your family going to be there?
Jung Hoseok (22:13): yeah my parents and sister. You’ve met them before you know they like you
Min Yoongi (22:14): It’s still a little scary
Min Yoongi (22:14): any graduation etiquette and rules I should know?
Jung Hoseok (22:14): etiquette? Wow
Jung Hoseok (22:14):not really no
Min Yoongi (22:14): good to know
Jung Hoseok (22:15): I can’t believe I’m actually graduating kdlasjhf
Min Yoongi (22:15): you are. You’ve worked so hard for years and I’m so proud of you.
Jung Hoseok (22:15): thank you so much I’m going to cry
Jung Hoseok (22:15): this makes me feel nostalgic about everything, about the past few years
Min Yoongi (22:16): are we really going to discuss this through text?
Jung Hoseok (22:16): texting in our case is very romantic
Jung Hoseok (22:17): best typo I ever made. That one 6 in your number
Min Yoongi (22:17): I still can’t believe how similar they were like it was literally that final 6
Min Yoongi (22:17): thinking back we probably would’ve met without that, looking at tae and Jimin
Jung Hoseok (22:18): nope
Min Yoongi (22:18): no?
Jung Hoseok (22:18): remember how they met because Tae lost Jungkook? That was because earlier that day they explained to me who Suga is and after that they hung out. If it wasn’t for that they wouldn’t have
Min Yoongi (22:19): seriously?
Jung Hoseok (22:19): Why is my memory like this
Min Yoongi (22:19): who’s this suga guy are you cheating on me
Jung Hoseok (22:20): no he’s J-hope’s boyfriend I don’t know him
Min Yoongi (22:20): good
Jung Hoseok (22:22): omg I completely forgot to tell you
Min Yoongi (22:22): what?
Jung Hoseok (22:22): I already have a job offer
Min Yoongi (22:23): YOU WHAT?
Jung Hoseok (22:23): A JOB OFFER
Min Yoongi (22:24): HOW?? WHEN??
Jung Hoseok (22:24): ok so that internship I had ages ago?
Min Yoongi (22:24): they offered a job?
Jung Hoseok (22:25): yes! They said I ‘have a fresh way of thinking’ and ‘a bright personality’ which would be ‘useful additions to the company’
Min Yoongi (22:25): holy fucking shit fcuk look at my boyfriend conquering the world being extraordinary fuckingfuckfuck
Jung Hoseok (22:25): are you okay? :o
Min Yoongi (22:25): yes I just love you
Min Yoongi (22:25): I can’t believe we’re going to live together soon and I can’t believe you love me
Min Yoongi (22:26): After my promotion period over I want to take you to a stupid fancy restaurant and after that we can do some stupid shit like looking at the stars and then sleep with you because we’ve made it so far I’m gonna scream hang on
Jung Hoseok (22:27):almost two years and I’ve never seen you like this. Are you ok?
Min Yoongi (22:27): no I’m feeling things
Jung Hoseok (22:27): I’ll scream with you
Jung Hoseok (22:27): also that sounds like an idea I’m totally in for but I have to ask
Jung Hoseok (22:28): with sleep with me you mean sleeping and not sex right?
Min Yoongi (22:28): way to ruin a moment
Min Yoongi (22:28): yes I mean sleeping
Jung Hoseok (22:29): remember our first time
Min Yoongi (22:29): some things one doesn’t want to be nostalgic about
Min Yoongi (22:29): you were the first person I met who didn’t know how it worked we ended up laughing more than actually fucking
Jung Hoseok (22:30): I still laugh every time I think about it
Min Yoongi (22:30):I bet even Jungkook knew more than you
Min Yoongi (22:30): who was barely 19, never dated, is ace ‘af’ and doesn’t know what a boob is
Jung Hoseok (22:31): you’ll never let this go will you?
Min Yoongi (22:31): First times are always awkward but this was the most hilarious experience of my life and I’ll never forget it
Jung Hoseok (22:31): you are the worst boyfriend
Min Yoongi (22:31): would you want me any other way though? Don’t think so
Jung Hoseok (22:32): I mean abs would be attractive
Min Yoongi (22:32): you shutting up would be attractive
Jung Hoseok (22:32): I have abs
Min Yoongi (22:33): good for you
Jung Hoseok (22:33): all the ladies love me for it
Min Yoongi (22:34): you’re gay as if you care
Jung Hoseok (22:34): guys love it too
Min Yoongi (22:34): that’s right I didn’t fall for you until I saw your body
Jung Hoseok (22:34): really?
Min Yoongi (22:34): no you idiot
Min Yoongi (22:35): anyway go to sleep tomorrow’s the big day
Jung Hoseok (22:35):ok dad
Min Yoongi (22:35): keep your kinks away from me
Jung Hoseok (22:36): oppa??
Min Yoongi (22:36): Go to sleep, I’m serious
Jung Hoseok (22:36): fine fine
Jung Hoseok (22:36): goodnight! See you tomorrow I love you!
Min Yoongi (22:36): sleep well, I love you too.
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Yoongi felt incredibly out of place at the location, surrounded by strangers. He never went to university, walking through these halls made him feel uneasy. Hoseok had told him where the room for the ceremony was, but Yoongi was lost. He felt too uncomfortable to ask anyone, he would just have to suffer.
He looked up when someone called his name, it was Hoseok’s sister. ‘Hoseok told me you’d be here! Why aren’t you with everyone else?’ ‘It’s huge here, I got lost,’ he admitted, not bothering to lie. She smiled warmly. She did look a lot like Hoseok, they had similar features and a similar genuine warmth. Yoongi liked her, she was nice and basically looked like Hoseok but with long hair.
‘You can walk with me! Wouldn’t want to miss out on your boyfriend’s graduation would you?’ she winked at him. Yoongi smiled and nodded, he really wouldn’t want that. He followed her to the hall where the ceremony was held. He was completely silent, not knowing what to talk about. He hated small talk and was terrible at it, might as well remain silent.
They arrived at the hall and he saw Mr. and Mrs. Jung were already sitting in some seats, they approached them. Cheerful greetings were exchanged and Yoongi sat down next to Hoseok’s mother. Conversation sparked and Yoongi knew he couldn’t escape it. He was bracing himself for whatever questions would be asked. Perhaps an inevitable relationship question, who knows.
He remembered meeting them and Hoseok introducing Yoongi as his boyfriend. Yoongi had been scared, not for himself but for Hoseok. Hoseok had told him that he was scared too, but that he knew his parents would be supportive. Yoongi was sceptical about it until the actual meeting. They were incredibly surprised and had a lot of questions, but they weren’t hateful. Yoongi remembered the incredibly relief he felt and that was also visible on Hoseok’s face.
‘How have you been doing?’ asked Hoseok’s father. Well, that wasn’t the question he expected. ‘Just fine. I’m in the middle of promotions, so I’m very busy,’ he responded. Mr. Jung nodded and opened his mouth to say something again, but a man walked to the front of the room and tapped on the microphone. The entire room became silent and the graduation ceremony started.
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‘I can’t believe you spent so much money on dinner,’ said Hoseok, still surprised. They were walking through a park late in the evening, their fingers intertwined. ‘But you ate well?’ ‘Yes it was delicious but-’ Yoongi cut him off. ‘Then don’t complain, money doesn’t matter. You enjoyed it, that matters.’ Hoseok sighed and nodded.
Hoseok wanted to give something back. Yoongi has given him so much, these past few weeks especially. The graduation present, this dinner, the apartment. Besides that, Yoongi is always giving him his love and time. Hoseok gave his in return, he knew that. Their relationship was built on mutual love and trust, that’s why it worked. They equally gave each other everything and gave back in return. Still, Hoseok wanted to buy him something. He didn’t know what, but he had a job now. He actually graduated and had a job, after earning money he could get Yoongi something.
‘You’re doing it again,’ said Yoongi, softly squeezing Hoseok’s hand. Hoseok laughed, ‘I love that you still notice it.’ ‘That makes us sound really old,’ replied Yoongi. ‘Who knows, maybe we’ll still be together when we’re 50.’ ‘If I’m still alive by then,’ Yoongi mumbled. Hoseok stiffened. ‘What do you mean?’
Yoongi shrugged. ’Always imagined I’d live fast and die young. Since I have you I no longer do, but who knows what’ll happen.’ Hoseok shoved him, but didn’t let him go of his hand. ‘You ruined this night, you giant emo.’ Yoongi chuckled and apologised.
‘Holly would’ve loved this walk,’ said Yoongi sadly. The tranquillity, the soft grass, the open field. He already started to imagine the small dog gleefully running around. Hoseok rolled his eyes. ’You act like he’s dead.’ Yoongi groaned, ‘Holly would’ve loved this walk. At least he doesn’t complain.’ ‘You know relationships with animals are illegal.’ ‘Ours is too, depending on where we are,’ retorted Yoongi. ‘You’re so cheerful today.’
‘Aren’t I always?’
‘I’ll say yes if it makes you happy.’
‘It does.’
‘You’re depressing.’
Yoongi gasped dramatically and clutched his chest with his free hand. ‘You hurt me.’ Hoseok laughed, ‘You could’ve expected it,’ replied Hoseok. Yoongi nodded, he could have.
They continued walking in silence for a few more minutes. They enjoyed the simple intimacy of holding hands. Together with the quiet noise of the city in the background combined with the silence of the park and the mild air of a summer night, it was perfect. They often went out for nightly walks when they had the time and energy to. The other guys always teased them that they were like an elderly couple for doing that, but they didn’t really care. They loved it.
Hoseok yawned. ‘Hyung, I’m tired.’ And content, but he didn’t say that. ‘You are?’ Hoseok nodded. ‘Let’s go home then.’ Hoseok blinked a few times at the mention of the word, still not used to the fact that they live together now. ‘Yes, let’s go.’
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Kim Taehyung (09:20): I JUST WOKE UP AND WHATTTTT DO I READ?
Kim Taehyung (09:20): NAMJOON HYUNG AND YOONGI HYUNG COLLAB STAGE @ GAYO dAEJUN?????? WHFHJJ
Kim Taehyung (09:21): IM FREAKING OUT!!!!
Park Jimin (09:21): he is. Literally jumped out of bed
Jeon Jungkook (09:22): I READ IT TOO!! I SCREAMED
Jeon Jungkook (09:22): WHY DIDN’T HYUNGS TELL US SOONER??
Kim Taehyung (09:22): YEAH I THOUGHT WE WERE FRIENDS?
Park Jimin (09:23): I knew
Jeon Jungkook (09:23): AND YOU DIDN’T TELL BECAUSE??
Kim Taehyung (09:23): JUST THREW A PILLOW AT HIM I CANT BELIEVE MY BOYFRIEND IS A SNAKE
Kim Seokjin (09:24): wait they are??? What?
Jeon Jungkook (09:24): JIN HYUNG DIDN’T KNOW EITHER??
Park Jimin (09:24): he does, he’s just joking
Kim Seokjin (09:24): ehe sorry
Kim Taehyung (09:25); I BET HOBI KNEW TOO
Park Jimin (09:25): yeah about that
Jeon Jungkook (09:25): WHAT??
Park Jimin (09:25): I’m not allowed to tell you
Kim Taehyung (09:26): I’M MOVING OUT CAN’T BELIEVE THIS
Kim Seokjin (09:26): I’ve known for ages
Park Jimin (09:26): yeah me too
Jeon Jungkook (09:26): betrayal
Kim Seokjin (09:27): can’t wait for Hoseok to tell them
Kim Seokjin (09:27): too bad he’s working
Park Jimin (09:27): I have to in a few hours too, puma shoot.
Kim Taehyung (09:28): intern work BUT I HAVENT STOPPED SCREAMING
Park Jimin (09:28):I wish I could say he was lying but he’s screaming
Kim Taehyung (09:28): you have no right to complain SNAKE
Jeon Jungkook (09:28): drag him
Kim Namjoon (09:29): “Joonie look at the groupchat” “Why?” “It’s hilarious please look”
Kim Namjoon (09:29): it was in this moment Kim Namjoon regretted his choices in life
Kim Taehyung (09:29): COLLBV STAGE
Kim Namjoon (09:30): please look forward to it, we’re sorry for not telling you but it was a secret
Jeon Jungkook (09:30): secret?? Everyone knew but us
Kim Seokjin (09:30): boyfriend privilege
Park Jimin (09:30): bff privilege
Kim Taehyung (09:31): but jimin I’m your boyfriend??? Why didn’t you tell me??
Jeon Jungkook (09:31): I don’t have any privilege how surprising
Kim Namjoon (09:32): you all barely know anything about privilege and social oppression
Min Yoongi (09:32): we’re all queer here sit down Namjoon
Park Jimin (09:32): look who rose from the depths
Kim Taehyung (09:32): COLLB STAGR
Min Yoongi (09:33): I’m leaving again
Jeon Jungkook (09:33): iconic
Kim Namjoon (09:34): Don’t take him for an example when we were practicing he cursed in every language he knew because he stubbed his toe
Kim Taehyung (09:34): iconic.
Kim Namjoon (09:34): I give up.
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Jung Hoseok (12:30): I have break now and I don’t know if anyone’s here but I’m going to tell you anyway
Jung Hoseok (12:31): so during that stage... there are some dancers....
Jung Hoseok (12:31): I... might be... one of those dancers.....
Kim Taehyung (12:32): WHTA
Kim Taehyung (12:32): HYUG?? ARE OU SERIOUS??/
Kim Taehyung (12:32): HOLY SIT OH MY GOD
Kim Taehyung (12:33): I CANT NELUEVE THIS
Jung Hoseok (12:33): ME NEITHER TAE
Kim Taehyung (12:34): I’m so happy for you! This is incredible news
Jung Hoseok (12:34): thank you so much!!
Min Yoongi (12:35): I don’t know how he manages to balance remaining healthy, putting up with me, his job and this performance
Min Yoongi (12:35): magical
Jung Hoseok (12:35): putting up with you is the worst
Park Jimin (12:36): a romantic interaction
Park Jimin (12:36): also another fun revelation: I’m a MC
Kim Taehyung (12:36): WHATHDSSKJD
Kim Taehyung (12:36): no way??!!
Jeon Jungkook (12:36): what’d I miss
Jeon Jungkook (12:37): HOLYF CU HOBI HYUNG
Jeon Jungkook (12:37): this is amazing news! I’m happy for you!
Jung Hoseok (12:37): thanks Kookie :D
Park Jimin (12:37): what about me Jungkook?
Jeon Jungkook (12:38): I’m happy for you too
Park Jimin (12:38): thank you ^-^
Min Yoongi (12:38): Jimin I swear...
Park Jimin (12:38): hm?
Kim Taehyung (12:39): wait so if hyungs are performing and Jimin’s an mc then what about jin hyung, me and Jungkook?
Jung Hoseok (12:39): oh yeah about that
Jung Hoseok (12:39): we really tried
Park Jimin (12:39): we’re so sorry
Min Yoongi (12:40): you’re gonna have to watch on tv
Jeon Jungkook (12:40): really??
Kim Taehyung (12:40): noooooooooooooooooo
Park Jimin (12:40): I’m sorry~
Jung Hoseok (12:41): I think I’ll still smuggle you in
Min Yoongi (12:41): Joon’s the most upset
Jung Hoseok (12:41): he is~ I think he won’t survive being separated from Jin Hyung for an entire night
Park Jimin (12:41): prayer circle for Namjoon hyung
Kim Taehyung (12:42): prayer circle for TaeTae who will have to watch his boyfriend mc, his best friend and his idols perform
Min Yoongi (12:42): I’m your idol?
Kim Taehyung (12:43): yes
Jeon Jungkook (12:43): mine too
Park Jimin (12:43): what about me?
Jung Hoseok (12:43): let me tell you two something alright
Kim Taehyung (12:43): oh no
Jung Hoseok (12:43): these two ridiculous fanboys
Jeon Jungkook (12:44): gotta go
Jung Hoseok (12:45): The amount of times I walked in on Tae lipsyncing along to your songs is ridiculous, the amount of times he ranted on about how amazing your music is.
Jung Hoseok (12:45): one time he walked into my room, face planted the bed and I thought he died. I asked him what was wrong and he replied with ‘Park Jimin is the single most beautiful human’
Jung Hoseok (12:46): Jungkook happily lip syncs, rants and dances along with Taehyung they love suga and rap monster.
Park Jimin (12:46): hoseok’s spilling everything oh~~
Kim Taehyung (12:46):my boyfriend AND my best friend are snakes
Min Yoongi (12:47): this is max exposure I’m loving this
Kim Namjoon (12:47): Taehyung, I’m glad you like my music so much and that you think I’m someone to look up to. I appreciate it a lot
Kim Taehyung (12:48): at least someone is nice here!
Park Jimin (12:48): thank you for thinking I’m the most beautiful
Kim Taehyung (12:49): you’re a snake though
Min Yoongi (12:49): poor Jungkook ran off, it’s nice of him to like us so much
Jung Hoseok (12:49): uhm?
Min Yoongi (12:49): what? It is
Jung Hoseok (12:49): is this what it feels like to be taehyung, betrayed
Kim Namjoon (12:50): anyway
Kim Namjoon (12:50): suga hyung and I will have a collab stage at daejun, Hoseok will be a dancer and Jimin will be a MC
Kim Namjoon (12:50): that’s what you missed on Glee
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Taehyung, Jungkook and Seokjin were seated on the couch in front of the TV. Taehyung had proposed watching it at his and Jimin’s apartment since they had the most space and best TV. Everyone agreed to it so there they were. They weren’t just watched because of their friends, they genuinely enjoyed the music festival.
Jimin appeared on the screen along with another man. He was wearing a simple dark grey suit with a bowtie, the man in similar clothing.
Taehyung jumped up. ‘That’s Jimin!’ he yelled. ‘Who’s the other guy?’ asked Jungkook, he was bouncing in his seat from excitement. ‘Someone from a band,’ answered Jin. Taehyung was staring at the screen, focused on Jimin.
Jimin was the first to speak after their introductions. ‘The next will be a collab stage. Both artists released new music this year. They’re both famous for their explosive, passionate performances.’ The other man, introduced as Chanyeol, spoke after that. ‘Yes! Combine them and you get a performance you won’t forget. They’re your friends, aren’t they Jimin?’ Jimin nodded, smiling brightly. ‘Are they as amazing off stage as they are on stage?’ ‘I won’t tell you that, I don’t want to ruin their careers.’ Chanyeol laughed.
‘Is Jimin flirting?’ hissed Taehyung, ‘He knows I’m watching, right?’ Jungkook hushed him.
‘Do you like their music?’ asked Jimin. He was grinning and his eyes were gleaming, as if he was aware of Taehyung´s jealousy. ‘Yes, they´re good artists.’ ‘I imagined you had a better taste in music,’ joked Jimin. Chanyeol laughed. They said some more and then walked off.
´Is he aware he’s on national TV?’ asked Jin, he seemed shocked but he was smiling. ‘I can’t believe him,’ muttered Taehyung and grabbed his phone. ‘What’re you gonna do?’ asked Jungkook. ‘Call him.’ ‘But Joon, Hobi and Yoongi are literally performing in 10 seconds!’ protested Jin indignantly. Taehyung shrugged and left the living room. ‘Unbelievable,’ muttered Jungkook. The remaining boys turned their attention to the TV screen.
There was an entirely instrumental part first, there were four dancers. ‘Which one is Hoseok?’ asked Jin, squinting at the screen. ‘The one on the left in the red shirt,’ answered Jungkook. Jin nodded and switched his attention to specifically Hoseok instead of all four.
Taehyung jumped on the couch after a minute, just in time for the performance. Suga entered from the left side, Rap monster from the right. Rap Monster started spitting the lines of Cypher part 3. Cyphers were always their collab songs, there were four in total and they were massively popular.
The audience was hyped and so where the three boys watching. Jungkook and Taehyung energetically rapped along while jumping around, Jin was laughing hard. Suga’s verse was about to start when the music suddenly switched to that of Cypher part 4. Both Taehyung and Jungkook were surprised, their eyes wide and mouths opened.
Suga started spitting the lines of his verse, energy and passion radiating off him and resonating in his words.
Taehyung didn’t know whether he should focus on the duo or on Hoseok dancing, he wanted to do both.
The performance was pure energy and passion until the very last word. With fire and dancers around them as well as a loud, supportive audience they ended the performance. They stood back to back, their heads touching as they looked up. ‘Ya playa haters you should love yourself!’
They then ran off , each two dancers by their sides, leaving the stage empty. It almost seemed like they scorched the stage.
Taehyung, Jungkook and Jin were enthusiastically cheering and jumping. ‘That was sick!’ exclaimed Taehyung. ‘They have a backstage interview in like two minutes,’ commented Jin. ‘I can’t handle all this fire,’ said Jungkook. The others agreed
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Jimin, Chanyeol and Namjoon were all waiting backstage for Yoongi to arrive. There would be a short backstage interview. ‘Since Suga isn’t here, we’ll start with just you,’ announced Chanyeol. Jimin nodded, quieter than he was earlier. He was just about to ask the first question when Yoongi walked in, looking slightly dishevelled. Hoseok followed behind him, looking equally messy. Namjoon snorted and Jimin bit his lip to stop himself from laughing. Because they just performed no one else questioned their state.
‘Sorry everyone, I was busy. Let’s start this interview!’ Namjoon shook his head, Jimin took a deep breath. ‘Right, so the first question,’ started Chanyeol.
The interview went by smoothly afterwards. A few questions were asked, mostly about their collaboration as independent artists and what can be expected in the future. It was difficult for Yoongi, Jimin and Namjoon to stay serious. They had been friends for years, messing around and teasing came natural. Chanyeol was oblivious the entire time.
They were grateful when it ended and the camera as well as Chanyeol left and burst out laughing. ‘This was the most difficult experience of my life,’ laughed Jimin. ‘I can’t believe you and Hoseok did that. Are you two serious? Unbelievable. Maybe Jin not being here is better.’ Yoongi shrugged. ‘I’m the real winner here.’
Jimin laughed and put his hand on Yoongi’s shoulder. ‘I have to go now, MC business, I’ll see you two around,’ he said and walked away, disappearing behind a door. ‘Hyung, we’re also expected back in our seats in like 10 minutes at most. I’ll see you there or should I wait?’ ‘Nah, go back. You’ll see me soon, I want to talk to Hobi before leaving again.’ Namjoon nodded then left.
Hoseok didn't have a place like Yoongi did, he was technically staff because of being a background dancer. Therefore he didn't have the chance to sit among Yoongi and the other artists, but had a place backstage with other dancers and members.
Yoongi looked around and noticed there were no more camera’s around. He walked over to Hoseok who was talking to a fellow dancer. Yoongi gestured for him to come closer, Hoseok excused himself and walked over to Yoongi.
Yoongi stepped closer, leaning in. Hoseok leaned backwards. ‘Not here, don’t kiss me here,’ he whispered. ‘Wasn’t going to,’ replied Yoongi. ‘I was just going to tell you that this was possibly the best night of my life and I hope to make many more memories with you,’ he rambled, voice hushed. Hoseok’s eyes widened, but then his expression softened. He pulled him into a tight embrace. They stood like that for a while, the world around them fading away, all that mattered was being in each other’s arms. Texting may be very romantic in their case, but this was real.
This wasn’t a screen too bright when they're still texting at 1 am, the cold keyboard under his fingertips as he's typing another message. This was holding the person Yoongi loved and who he met thanks to the strangest mistake.