Meeting You Feel Euphoric
Not an employe~1
The company lobby was bigger than Jungkook imagined—glass walls, polished floors, people walking like they knew exactly where they were going.He didn’t.Clutching his file, Jungkook scanned the floor once more when someone passed by him.
jeon Jungkook
Excuse me, *Jungkook said, stopping the man.* Do you work here?
kim taehyung
*Taehyung turned, eyes calm, sharp, studying him.*Yes,Why?
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook let out a quiet breath of relief.*I’m an intern. First day.*He glanced around.*I was looking for HR.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung nodded once. *Come. I’ll show you.
They walked together in silence until they reached the elevator. The doors slid open and they stepped inside.
For a moment, Jungkook grew quiet.
His shoulders relaxed slightly, eyes fixed on the glowing floor numbers. The nervous energy settled—just a little.New place. New job.
kim taehyung
So, *he said casually, pressing a button* where do you live?
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook replied without thinking.
*Here.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung turned to him. *Here? Near the company?
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook blinked… then sighed softly.* No. In this country. Somewhere close.
kim taehyung
*There it was,The calm cracked.his lips twitched.* That’s… vague.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook glanced at him sideways.* You asked. I answered.”
kim taehyung
*Taehyung chuckled. * Fair enough. What about your parents? Where do they live?
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook didn’t miss a beat.*Where I live.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung raised a brow.*Which is?
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook smiled—slow, confident, fully back to himself.* You’re very curious for someone you just met.
kim taehyung
*The elevator dinged.he watched him step out, something unreadable in his eyes.*Welcome to the company.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook looked back, smirk returning.*Thanks, employe.
Jungkook settled into intern life faster than anyone expected.By midweek, he knew the floor layout, the coffee machine’s mood swings, and which senior employees were nice enough to explain things twice. He worked quietly but confidently, focused, sharp, unbothered.Which is exactly why it annoyed him that that man kept showing up.
kim taehyung
Busy? * a familiar voice asked from behind.*
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook didn’t turn immediately.*If you’re asking, then yes.
Taehyung leaned casually against the edge of Jungkook’s desk, hands in his pockets, eyes skimming the open file.
kim taehyung
You’re quick,Most interns take longer to understand this.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook finally looked up.* Most interns aren’t me.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung smiled like he’d been waiting for that answer.* Fair,But confidence can be dangerous.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook shrugged.*So can underestimating people.
For a second, Taehyung just stared at him—like he was confirming something only he already knew.
kim taehyung
Hm,You remind me of someone.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook frowned.* Hope that’s a compliment.
kim taehyung
It is,They were stubborn too.
Before Jungkook could ask who, Taehyung straightened.
kim taehyung
Meeting room. Ten minutes,* he said, then paused.* Don’t be late.
Jungkook watched him walk away, brows knitting together.Since when does a random employee give instructions?
The meeting room filled slowly. Jungkook took a seat near the end, relaxed, pen spinning between his fingers. When Taehyung walked in, a few heads turned. Some nodded respectfully.Taehyung’s gaze flicked to Jungkook for just a second—long enough to make him notice. Jungkook raised a brow.Taehyung smiled.
That smile made Jungkook uneasy for reasons he couldn’t explain.
As the meeting went on, Taehyung spoke when necessary—precise, authoritative, sharp. Not loud. Not dramatic. Just… commanding. Jungkook listened more carefully now.
Employee, he thought.Yeah, right.When the meeting ended,Taehyung walked past him again.
kim taehyung
Good input earlier,You’re observant.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook smirked.* I pay attention.
kim taehyung
I know,That’s why I’m watching you.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook blinked.* Should I be worried?
kim taehyung
*Taehyung paused at the door, turning just enough to meet his eyes.* Not yet.
And then he was gone.Jungkook leaned back in his chair, exhaling slowly.Yeah, he decided.This company is weird.
The name on the door ~2
The conference room was unusually full.Jungkook slid into a chair near the middle, phone tucked away, notebook open but empty. Around him, voices buzzed—low, expectant.
someone
Is he coming? *someone whispered.*
someone two
Of course, * another replied.* He never misses the first monthly briefing.
Jungkook frowned slightly. He?The door opened.The room went silent. Jungkook looked up—and froze.It was him.Same calm walk.Same unreadable expression.Same eyes that had been watching him all week. Taehyung moved to the head of the table, hands resting lightly on the surface.
kim taehyung
Good morning.
Every single person stood.
someone
Good morning, Mr. Kim Taehyung.
The words hit Jungkook a second late. Mr. Kim Taehyung. CEO. His pen slipped from his fingers, clattering softly against the table. Taehyung’s gaze flicked to him—just briefly—but there was something there now.
Awareness. Amusement. Jungkook stood up a beat slower than everyone else, jaw tight. So that’s why. When everyone sat, Taehyung began the meeting like nothing had changed. His voice was steady, authoritative, effortless. Charts filled the screen. Decisions were made in minutes.Jungkook barely heard any of it.Every interaction replayed in his head.
Do you work here?
Nice talking to you, employee.
His stomach twisted. The meeting ended. Chairs scraped. People filed out, murmuring.
kim taehyung
Jeon Jungkook.* The sound of his name stopped him cold.*
jeon Jungkook
Yes, sir, * he replied automatically, turning back.*
kim taehyung
*Taehyung was still seated, fingers laced together, eyes fixed on him.* Stay.
The door closed behind the last employee. Silence settled between them.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook straightened.* I didn’t know.
kim taehyung
I know, *Taehyung said calmly.*
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook exhaled sharply.* You could’ve told me.
kim taehyung
I could’ve,But you would’ve acted differently.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook met his gaze, eyes sharp despite the situation.* And you didn’t want that.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung smiled—slow, knowing.* No. I wanted to see who you were when you didn’t know who I was.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook crossed his arms. * Congratulations. You saw.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung stood, walking closer. Not intimidating—curious.* And I liked what I saw.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook swallowed, then lifted his chin.* Good. Because I’m not changing.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung’s smile widened.* I wouldn’t want you to.
For the first time since he’d entered the company, Jungkook realized something clearly.This wasn’t just an internship anymore.And Kim Taehyung had been waiting for this moment all along.
After reviled ~3
Nothing about Jungkook’s work changed. That was the strange part. He still arrived on time, still completed tasks efficiently, still spoke when necessary and stayed quiet when it wasn’t. If anyone was watching closely, they’d notice he was more careful now—but not scared. Taehyung noticed immediately. Jungkook didn’t look at him the same way anymore.
Not rude. Not cold. Just… distant.During meetings, Jungkook’s eyes stayed on his notes. In hallways, he greeted Taehyung politely, professionally.
jeon Jungkook
Good morning, sir.
It grated. By the third day after the reveal, Taehyung stopped by Jungkook’s desk again.
kim taehyung
Walk with me.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook looked up.* Is this an order?
kim taehyung
*Taehyung tilted his head.* Would it matter?
Jungkook stood anyway.They walked in silence down the corridor,footsteps echoing softly. When they reached the quieter end of the floor, Taehyung stopped.
kim taehyung
You’ve been avoiding me.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook didn’t deny it.* I’ve been respecting boundaries.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung turned to face him fully.* I preferred you before.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook met his eyes, calm but firm.* You preferred me when I didn’t know who you were..
kim taehyung
*Taehyung paused.* That version of you-
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook continued* didn’t have to think about power. Or consequences.
kim taehyung
And this version does? *Taehyung asked.*
jeon Jungkook
Yes, *Jungkook replied simply.* I’m here to learn. Not to be special.
Taehyung studied him for a long moment, something unreadable passing through his expression.
kim taehyung
You didn’t come here because of family, *Taehyung said slowly.*
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook stiffened—just slightly.* No.
kim taehyung
You came here because you wanted experience.
Taehyung nodded, like something finally clicked.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook frowned.* Good?
kim taehyung
I won’t interfere,Taehyung said.* No favors. No shortcuts.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook relaxed—just a little.* That’s all I wanted.
kim taehyung
*Taehyung stepped back, giving him space.* But, *he added, eyes glinting,* don’t mistake distance for disinterest.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook’s brow lifted.* Sir?
kim taehyung
*Taehyung smiled—soft, controlled.* You’re still the most interesting intern I’ve had.
jeon Jungkook
*Jungkook smirked despite himself.* Try not to watch too obviously, boss.
Taehyung laughed quietly as Jungkook walked away.There it is, he thought. Still him.And Jungkook, back at his desk, realized something else. Knowing Kim Taehyung was the boss didn’t scare him. But the way Taehyung looked at him now? That was dangerous
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