I finally felt satisfied knowing that Taehyung felt the same way about me, but he still wasn’t my boyfriend.

My soul was content knowing I had Taehyung, but my body was aching for his touch more than ever.

All of a sudden, Taehyung quickly shook his hair over his forehead and put his arm playfully over my shoulders. He was now grinning at me, flashing his teeth and had wiped his face with his blazer sleeve.

It was as though what just happened should never be spoken about, just understood. He wanted to forget about how weak he was only moments ago.

“Jasmine I think it’s time we took you home, it’s only Monday. There’s still the WHOLE week of school ahead! Yay, so much fun!” Taehyung was pretending to squeal in excitement.

As I chuckled at him, a thought crossed my mind.

Why did Taehyung allow that cow, Sooyoung to be so friendly with him? Tomorrow, she’d be just as clingy- they have to do a whole project together!

Just as I was about to question him, Eonni came rushing to us, cupping with one hand.

“Oh my gosh, I think I’m actually going to die from joy. That was by far the cutest thing I’ve ever seen! Who would’ve known you foetuses loved each other so much?”

Eonni had seen everything, which was a good thing as it saved me a lot of explaining. But, she brought back what Taehyung was trying to quickly move on from.

I looked over at Taehyung. His face was tinted red as he was childishly smiling, and he met my eye. It was no longer awkward, nor did I blush as much, but I felt strange impulses running through my muscles.

“Ya, Eonni, leave it. So what’s the plan now? Are you going to Seoul?” I was trying to change the subject.

Eonni curved at both of us in a funny way as she sat down on a waiting bench outside the train station. The sun was still shining bright and I checked my watch, it was nearly 6pm.

“Well, there is good news and bad news. The good news is I won’t have to go to Seoul until next week! But the bad news is that once I do go, I won’t be back until the summer.”

Me and Taehyung exchanged concerned looks as we began interrogating Eonni together.

“What the hell? Why? What’s going on?” We both said the exact same thing at the same time.

Eonni laughed at us, “Chill out! I see why you two are made for each other. And nothing is finalised yet, but when I land in Seoul, I promise to call you guys and tell you everything. Aish, now don’t ask any more questions and get in the car.”

Just as Taehyung was saying goodbye, Eonni stopped him.

“And where do you think you’re going, Mr Hero? Get in, I’ll drop you home, we’re going that way anyway.”

We all sat in the car and this time we were conversing, laughing and joking. Well, it was mainly Eonni telling us stories that we would laugh at, but the atmosphere was better than ever.

As we stopped outside Taehyung’s house, Eonni wanted to come inside to meet his Mum, but Taehyung firmly stopped her from doing so, telling us his stepdad didn’t like visitors around. Taehyung’s home life was broken and it upset me a lot, but I would make sure that I’d always be here if he ever wanted to share anything.

“Well tell her that we miss her and she should come and visit us some time! Halmeouni had been asking about her for a good couple of years, you know. Anyway, I’ll see you around Taehyung.” Eonni waved to him as he was about to get out of the car.

He quickly turned to me, and said in a low voice, “I’ll see you tomorrow, and make sure you come in on time. Oh and uh... Take care.”

All of a sudden his lips brushed my cheek and I immediately looked down, blushing like crazy. His lips were so soft and his breath was so warm, that familiar electricity shot through my body as I tried to give him a lazy smile.

He grinned at me and shut the car door as he took large steps and went inside his house. I was still looking out of the window at the side he just left from, when Eonni interrupted my thoughts.

She was coughing loudly, trying to get my attention. When I finally looked up, I saw her eyes smiling.

“Well someone has certainly grown up.”

She whistled as I started laughing out loud, leaning my arm on the window.

“Shutup Eonni,” I smiled as I said it.

“Everything went just as planned, eh? Didn’t I tell you to trust me? And look at you, ‘oh I don’t think he likes me like that Eonni!’ What have you learnt from today?” She was teasing me as she beeped at another driver in front.

I glared at her as she was waiting for a reply.

“I’ve learnt not to let my heart take the better of me.” 

She sighed, “Jesus, why do you have to make it so deep? The lesson you’ve learnt from today is always listen to your Eonni! Now look at you, you can’t even stop smiling, how cute!”

I scoffed and she was right, I couldn’t stop myself from smiling, even if I tried. I enjoyed this moment and gazed out of the windows as we were driving past beautiful fields with horses running through them. The sun was about to set and the sky had turned a beautiful shade of orange, the fields were of gold.

Nothing more was said between us, Eonni let me enjoy this moment in peace.

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I woke up bright and early the next day, birds were singing right outside my window door and the sun was gleaming on my face.

I checked my alarm clock, it hadn’t even gone off yet, it was only 6 am.

Last night was pretty cold, so I lay warm under my cosy duvet and decided to check my phone. I had one new message.

Rise and shine sleepy head, looking forward to double PE? ;) - Taehyung. 

Why was he up so early? Well I could say the same for me; I usually never wake up before my alarm.

But that meant yesterday wasn’t a dream. Taehyung and I actually had opened our hearts to each other. Smiling widely, I stretched out my arms and only just registered what he had texted me.

Ah krap, we have double PE! (Physical education)

I loved working out and playing sports, but I would have to be with the girls in my class and I had a feeling there would be major y behaviour ahead of me.

Why you up so early? Thanks for being the bearer of bad news -__-  -Jasmine

I jumped out of bed, freshened up and wore my school uniform. I didn’t buy the school kit, so I ruffled through my closet and found an old pair of tracksuit bottoms, an oversized t-shirt and packed some trainers in a gym bag.

I took my time in doing my hair and getting ready. I decided to leave my hair out because it was co-operating today and fell in waves down my back. I felt like making myself look pretty, so I wore a bit of bb cream, applied some pink lip tint and one coat of mascara.

No one was awake, so I decided to make my own breakfast. I had two slices of toast with jam and a glass of milk.

Just then Taehyung messaged me back.

Pick up – Taehyung.

My phone started to ring, it was Taehyung and I picked up. Before I had a chance to say anything, he started immediately talking.

“Minnie, catch the next train that will get here before 8 am. I want to show you something.” Taehyung cut the call.

I looked at my watch, it was 7.15. What could Taehyung possibly want to show me? I was quite excited but nervous at the same time. It was really early, but I was already dressed so I picked up my bags and shouted goodbye at whoever was now awake as I left home.

The walk from our house to the station was really quick. When Aunt Jeong and Eonni toured me around the neighbourhood, it only took five minutes to walk there.

Looking around, I realised the only thing that was awake at this time was nature. The various types of birds, butterflies and ladybugs were whizzing around accompanying me to the station.

Yesterday, Appa gave me a train ticket which I could use for a month. There was only one train that went from Old Daegu to Daegu city and it was really modern. It approached the platform without making a noise. I hadn’t even touched the open door button, but it sensed my finger and let me on.

The train had a few people dressed in suits going to work, and I found myself a seat by the window. There wasn’t much to look at because the train was going at a very high speed.  It took less than half an hour to get to the city; it was a way shorter distance than by car!

I got out of the station and looked around.

The shutter of the dessert parlour was halfway up, it was opening soon. I checked my watch and it had just gone 8am. Still a whole hour left before school. What did Taehyung want to show me? And where was this boy? I swear if he was just messing me around or acting silly, I would kill him.  

“Minnie, you came!” I turned to my right and Taehyung was rushing towards me holding his school bag. He could pull off any look, he had the body frame and face of a sleek model.

“Well of course I came, I was awake at 6am and needed a way to kill time.” I replied, grinning at him.

Taehyung took me by my hand and started walking back the way he came. His hand was so cold and bony, yet I felt warmth springing from our touch.

We weren’t saying much as he was taking me to what looked like a small park. If he hadn’t taken my hand, I’d be struggling to keep up; he walks with such huge strides!

“Taehyunga, where are you taking me?” I asked.

“I’m going to show you a little secret, you mustn’t tell anyone, not even Eonni. I’m not supposed to tell anyone else, but how can I hide such a big part of my life from you?” He stopped and turned around, beaming at me.

He was really excited. “I don’t know if it’s even good, but promise you won’t tell anyone.”

He was waiting for my promise as I chuckled, “I promise I won’t tell anyone, just show me already!”

He brushed my cheek with his hand before he took me deeper into the forest like place. We stopped at a shed. It was the same shed that I saw Jungkook on Friday, when I was asking him about Taehyung’s whereabouts.

“Aigo, this is that same shed!” I exclaimed. I was shocked at this other pathway that led to it, this place was like a maze with various exits.

Taehyung laughed, “Yes, well done. Great skills you have there Minnie.”

“But I already know about this shed, it’s like your secret hideout, isn’t it?” I asked. Why did Taehyung bring me here so early?

“It is our hideout, yes. But we’ve been working on something special. Just come and see.” He moved me in front of him and pointed for me to enter.

As I approached it, I heard some loud music playing.

I turned its corner and walked inside.

Jimin, Jungkook and Hoseok were practising a dance and Yoongi was in the corner writing something vigorously with headphones in. I’d not seen him this active until now.

Just then, Taehyung leapt over to them with glee and whispered something. Hobie immediately turned to me and waved happily whilst Jungkook just gave me a half smile. Yoongi looked up and gave me a blank expression before he too tried smiling.

A sweaty Jimin ran up to me grinning and told me to sit down. He brushed some dirt and dust off a broken school chair with his blazer and put his bag under the leg so it would stay balanced.

“5, 6, 7, 8!” Jimin was counting down in English for them to begin.

Yoongi tapped his iPod as a song started playing from the attached mini speakers. It had a really good beat to it and I couldn’t help but bop my head and tap my feet.

They were all standing in a line and as soon as the bass dropped, they burst out into co-ordinated dance moves. They were body rolling, body popping and were frankly bloody brilliant. I’d never seen such controlled, yet powerful dancing live; only ever on TV. They finished the performance with Jungkook lifting Jimin in the air and he did a back flip as he kicked Taehyung and Hobie down.

The music stopped and they all formed their line again, panting and sweating.

“That-was-AWESOME!” I yelled, as they all started clapping and laughing at my reaction.

“Hahaha! Daebak!” Hoseok was clapping his hands like a seal, he looked really cute.

I was mesmerised, I didn’t know they could dance this well!

“And that song! I’ve never heard it before, who’s it by? I need to download it on my iPod ASAP!” I asked excitedly.

All of a sudden Yoongi jumped up, lifted his arms in the air and shouted, “Min Suga!”

He was grinning with his gummy smile and met my eye laughing and patting down his grey hair. He looked so adorable; he really needs to laugh more.

I’d seen a whole new side to him; he was no longer the blank robot I thought he was. He was really passionate when someone appreciated him.

“Min Suga?” I questioned.

Yoongi sat back down and he became blank once again as he put his headphones back in his ears and closed his eyes.

They all started sniggering and making ‘aww’ sounds.

“Hahaha! Suga is the tag someone special gave to him a long time ago. Can’t you tell? He’s pale and when he gets excited, look how sweet he is! Exactly like Sugar, no?” Jimin whispered to me, shaking his head in laughter.

Just then, Taehyung came over and I saw his hair was stuck to his forehead from sweat.

“You really liked it?” He asked, breathing in and out.

Before I answered him, I quickly went through my satchel and had some wet wipes. I gave some to each of them and they all thanked me. They were wiping their faces as school was soon and they needed to look presentable.

Taehyung was staring at me, not using his wipes.

“Taehyunga, wipe your sweat. We have double PE next, you’ll stink!” I .

“My hands are shaking; I’m too tired to do it. Be an angel and help me please.” He made his eyes big and put on a baby voice, persuading me through aegyo.

“Ya, do it yourself!” I said.

I soon melted in front of his aegyo and wiped his face, lifting up his hair and patting his forehead whilst he closed his eyes, enjoying the coolness of the wet wipe.

I looked down at my watch, it was 8.45am and we needed to go back to school.

“It’s nearly school time!” I shouted as they all picked up their bags and groaned. Yoongi didn’t hear me, so Jungkook patted him on the shoulder and helped him clear his papers and speakers.

Taehyung and I were leading everyone as we walked in front, Jimin and Hoseok behind us and Yoongi and Jungkook trailing behind.

“This is nothing; we have two hours of PE ahead!” I turned around and told Hoseok and Jimin who were about the walk back to the building.

As we entered the sports hall, the morning bell rang. Jungkook hurriedly left and had to go to another class as we stood outside the changing rooms with our class, waiting for the coach.

“Namjoon! When is coach Gwok coming? Open the changing rooms for us at least!”

“Yeah! Or tell the office, maybe we can miss PE!”

We had all been waiting for about ten minutes, and no teacher or coach had shown up.

I turned to Taehyung who was sitting on his bag with his head in his hand looking bored and tired.

“Who’s Namjoon?” I asked.

“See that lanky boy talking to Jimin and Hobie, that’s Namjoon. He’s the head boy.” Taehyung got up and stood next to me, leaning on the wall.

“So why aren’t you standing with them?” I asked.

He looked at me and smirked. “Who’s going to keep you company then? Besides, they’re probably talking about boring stuff anyway, I’m cool.”

“Well it’s not like our conversation is exciting either. Ya, when is the coach going to come?” I complained, looking around.

Taehyung pulled my hair. “Ouch! What was tha