"See, Chimmy? Our Sang made this strawberry cake for you to earn your forgiveness," Jin said, placing the tray on the table.

"Yes, it's the first time in his life that Sang entered the kitchen to make something for someone," Naam-gil added while placing more dishes on the table.

"Really? Oh my God, I didn't know our savage cat could be this romantic. Jee-mina, I think today is your lucky day—you get to taste this precious cake made by our great chef Sang," Jungkook teased again.

"Thank you," Jee-min said softly to Sang.

"Wait, Jee-mina, wait. Thank him later. First taste the cake. Who knows if it's even edible?" Jungkook joked and winked at his brother. Sang sighed deeply at his younger brother's teasing.

"Bunny, I'm very happy to see your bubbly, naughty behavior today. Thank you for coming back to your old self. We really missed you," Jin said warmly as he sat beside Jungkook and patted his head.

"Yes, Hyung. I've decided that from today I'll return to my real self," Jungkook replied, side-hugging him.

"Bunny, I want to say something—not as your brother, but as your friend," Naam-gil said seriously. "In life, we can't get everything we want. Many people live happily without being with the ones they love. Then why should you live in sadness? Time and life wait for no one. We must move on from our past. You don't have to forget Taehyung completely—first love is impossible to erase. But at least Taehyung found his true love and is happy. Isn't that a good enough reason for you to move forward?"

"Yes, Hyung. You're absolutely right. From today I'll live like a free bird. I'll never forget Tae, but I'll live happily. I won't cry anymore. Tae is happy with Jack, and that's enough for me to return to my normal life. I wish them a happy future together," Jungkook replied with a genuine smile.

"That's my brother. I'm very proud of you, Bunny," Naam-gil said immediately.

"I'm sorry, Hyung, for hiding everything and lying so many times. I thought that by hiding my feelings, I would protect your happiness. Instead, I became the reason for your worry. But I promise I'll be the reason for your smile from now on. Please forgive my childish decisions," Jungkook said with guilt.

"We already forgave you, Bunny. In the future, don't hide anything from us. No matter what happens, we'll always stand beside you and face everything together," Sang replied firmly.

"Enough talking. Now eat your dinner. Bunny, I made all your favorite dishes today," Jin said warmly.

"Really? Then give it to me quickly, Hyung! What are you waiting for?" Jungkook asked excitedly, like he did 8 years ago.

They all began eating. But Jee-min was still preoccupied with the challenge. Jungkook kept nudging his foot under the table. When Jee-min looked at him, he found another evil smirk waiting for him.

"Bunny will not spare me today… Why did I accept this challenge? I'm such an idiot. I really hit my own leg with an axe. How will I kiss him now? God, please help me,"  Jee-min panicked silently.

And truly, it turned out to be a lucky day for him.

While he was lost in thought, a cat entered the kitchen through the window and broke a plate on the floor. Naam-gil and Jin instantly looked towards the kitchen. Jee-min took full advantage of the distraction.

He grabbed Sang's collar with his left hand, pulled him close, and pecked his cream-covered lips. Then he let go, wiped the cream from his own lips, and sat back.

Sang froze. He didn't expect his sweet boyfriend to do something so bold—especially after that savage comment earlier. His brain shut down from the shock.

"Finally done," Jee-min announced proudly.

"No! That's cheating, Jee-mina!" Jungkook shouted, looking devastated.

Naam-gil and Jin turned towards them in confusion.

"Cheating? Bunny, what are you talking about?" Jin asked.

"See, Jin Hyung! Look what Jee-mina did!"  Jungkook complained.

"What did he do?" Naam-gil asked, narrowing his eyebrows.

"Tell them what I did," Jee-min challenged Jungkook indirectly and winked.

"Sang, you tell me—what happened between these two devils?" Jin asked, noticing Sang still sitting frozen like a statue.

Jungkook tried to speak, but Jee-min cut him off dramatically, "Exactly, Jin Hyung. Ask Bunny why he's blaming me for no reason. I don't understand what I supposedly did."

"Oh… I understand now. So this was the reward Bunny mentioned. And this is why Chimmy looked worried. Bunny must have dared him to kiss me in front of everyone. But my babe is really smart—he finished his dare perfectly." Sang thought, as a proud smile appeared on his face.

"He… he—" Jungkook stuttered, unable to explain how his best friend kissed his brother right in front of them.

"Oh, Jin Hyung, it's nothing," Jee-min said quickly to save him. "I just stole a small piece of cake from Bunny's plate to tease him, and he got mad like a kid. Right, Bunny?"

"Don't act childish, Bunny. Chimmy is your best friend. What's wrong if he took a little cake?" Jin scolded lightly.

"Hm… sorry, Hyung," Jungkook muttered.

"Say sorry to Chimmy, not me," Jin corrected him instantly.

"Jin Hyung, did you forget the friendship rules? Sorry and thanks aren't allowed in friendship," Jee-min reminded him.

"Yes, yes, I know," Jin sighed.

"That's called trapping yourself in your own net. Understand, my best friend?" Jee-min whispered into Jungkook's ear.

"Don't fly too high, Jee-mina. Today luck was on your side. But my time will come soon, and then your smartness won't save you," Jungkook whispered back.

"Stop talking, boys. It's already 9:45 PM. Chimmy has to leave soon, or his parents and brother will worry. Finish your food quietly," Naam-gil said gently.

They finished dinner, and afterward, Sang and Jee-min left for the Min Mansion.

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