The final touches were put on the paper. Exhausted but satisfied, you and Jungkook shared a smile of accomplishment. You couldn't believe how much easier the task had become with his guidance.

With a sense of gratitude, you thanked Jungkook for his invaluable help. He simply waved it off, stating that helping others was what friends do.

As you gathered your belongings to leave, Jungkook smiled and said, "It was great working with you. If you ever need help again, don't hesitate to ask."

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Taehyung stood awkwardly in the corner of the lavish ballroom, his parent's business party in full swing around him. The chandeliers sparkled overhead, casting a soft glow on the guests in their designer suits and elegant gowns. He was there against his will, just because his father had ordered that he make an appearance.

As he watched his parents mingling with their wealthy friends, a familiar feeling of inadequacy crept over him. No matter what he did, he always felt like he fell short compared to his elder brother. His parents never missed an opportunity to remind him of that fact.

"Taehyung, have you met Mr. Park's son? He's just been promoted to a senior position in his firm," his mother said, her voice carrying across the room.

Taehyung clenched his fists, trying to mask the simmering anger inside him. He knew what his parents were doing - comparing him to others, always finding fault in him. It was a never-ending cycle that left him feeling defeated and alone.

Just as Taehyung saw Seokjin approaching him with a smile, he felt a surge of anger and disappointment. He knew his brother meant well, but he couldn't bear another comparison or patronizing remark. Without a word, Taehyung turned on his heel and made his way to the balcony, seeking solace in the cool night air.

Leaning against the ornate railing, Taehyung gazed up at the stars, his mind consumed with thoughts of inadequacy and resentment. Why couldn't his parents see him for who he was, instead of who they wanted him to be? Why did he always feel like he had to measure up to his brother's success?

A single tear slipped down his cheek, a silent testament to the pain and loneliness he carried inside.

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As the morning sun peeked through your curtains, you prepared yourself for another day at the university. You were going through your routine, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety.

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Navigating through the crowded corridors, you finally spotted Taehyung leaning against the lockers, surrounded by his entourage. Gathering your courage, you approached him.

As you approached him, you held out the research paper. "Here, Sunbae. I finished the paper," you said, your voice trembling slightly.

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