Chapter 2 – Library Cuddle Chaos

The school library smelled faintly of old books and polished wood, a quiet sanctuary compared to the noisy courtyard outside. Jungkook slipped in, clutching his notebook and trying to act normal, but of course, Taehyung was already there, sitting cross-legged at a corner table with a pile of textbooks.

“Finally decided to join the human race?” Taehyung teased without looking up, one eyebrow raised.

Jungkook felt his cheeks heat immediately. “I… I had to return a book,” he muttered, scanning the shelves to avoid direct eye contact.

Taehyung’s eyes glimmered as he watched Jungkook move. “Sure, Kookie. That’s exactly why you’re here.” He leaned back in his chair, tapping his pen against his notebook with a smirk.

Jungkook huffed and finally chose a book from the shelf, walking carefully toward an empty table at the far end. But just as he reached for the chair, Taehyung jumped up, blocking him effortlessly.

“Not so fast,” Taehyung said, grabbing a pen that had fallen on the floor. “I needed your expert help.”

Jungkook froze. “Expert help? With… books?”

Taehyung nodded solemnly, though his grin betrayed him. “Of course. You’re the only one capable of holding this pen in exactly the right way.”

Jungkook blinked, utterly lost, as Taehyung placed the pen in his hand. “Uh… okay…”

As they tried to “study” together, a clumsy moment happened. Taehyung reached for a notebook, brushing against Jungkook’s hand. Their fingers accidentally touched, sending a jolt up Jungkook’s arm.

“Ah—!” Jungkook yelped, withdrawing quickly, face flushed red.

Taehyung just laughed, eyes sparkling. “See? That’s the reaction I was hoping for.”

“I-I didn’t—” Jungkook stumbled over his words, trying to regain composure.

“Shh,” Taehyung whispered, leaning closer, lowering his voice so only Jungkook could hear. “Relax. I’m not going anywhere.”

Jungkook’s heart thumped painfully. The teasing, the closeness, the soft tone—it was almost too much. He fumbled with his pen, suddenly very interested in the way the ink flowed onto the paper.

The library was quiet except for the rustle of pages and their occasional whispers. Taehyung leaned back against the chair, stretching. “You know, Kookie… you’re surprisingly easy to fluster. I think I might enjoy it too much.”

“Y-you’re impossible,” Jungkook muttered, hiding his face behind the notebook.

“Maybe,” Taehyung said, grinning. “But it’s cute. Very cute.”

Jungkook felt his chest tighten. He didn’t know if it was the compliment or the way Taehyung’s hand brushed lightly against his every so often, but he couldn’t stop the warmth spreading through him.

A sudden crash made them both jump—a stack of books toppled onto the floor.

“Oh no!” Taehyung exclaimed, quickly crouching to help pick them up. He held out a hand to Jungkook. “Come on, teamwork.”

Jungkook hesitated, then took his hand. The contact was brief, but it made him flush. Taehyung noticed and gave a soft chuckle.

“See? We make a good team,” he said, fingers brushing against Jungkook’s just slightly longer than necessary.

Jungkook couldn’t help but nod, unable to speak. The warmth in his chest was spreading like sunlight through his body.

After they cleaned up, Taehyung plopped down on the chair beside Jungkook, not leaving enough space between them. “Honestly,” he whispered, leaning slightly closer, “I think you like being teased.”

“I-I don’t!” Jungkook stammered, but the blush on his cheeks betrayed him.

Taehyung grinned mischievously, nudging him lightly. “Sure… keep telling yourself that, sunshine.”

The nickname made Jungkook freeze. Sunshine… it sounded so soft and warm. He didn’t reply, just hugged his notebook a little tighter.

A little later, a quiet moment settled over the table. They were both flipping through pages, pretending to read, but neither could focus. Jungkook’s mind kept drifting to the feel of Taehyung’s arm brushing against his, the way his voice had sounded just moments ago, the warmth of his presence so close that it made Jungkook’s heart skip every few seconds.

Taehyung leaned back and sighed softly. “You know, Kookie… if you ever get tired of pretending you hate my teasing, just say it. I’m a patient guy.”

Jungkook swallowed hard, unable to meet Taehyung’s eyes. “…I… I don’t hate it,” he whispered.

Taehyung’s eyes widened slightly, then softened. “Oh… I see. Not hate. That’s… good to know.” He nudged Jungkook’s shoulder gently.

Jungkook’s thoughts spiraled, but for the first time, he didn’t feel nervous. Instead, he felt… warm, safe, and strangely happy

As the bell rang, signaling the end of recess, Taehyung stood and offered his hand. “Come on, Kookie. Let’s go before anyone notices how ridiculously close we’ve been sitting.”

Jungkook took his hand, holding it a moment longer than necessary, heart fluttering. The warmth of that simple contact lingered even after they let go, leaving a little spark between them.

Sunshine… huh? Maybe he really is mine now.

✧END OF CHAPTER 2

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