One Step Closer - PART 1

One Step Closer - 150💕

As he watched Jimin moving around, he felt the weight of the situation, pressing down on him again. The storm inside him once again raged on. He somehow understood Taehyung's need to run away. He wished he could do that too. But that wasn't how he functioned.

"Here's your drink." Jimin put the drink in front of him. It was one of the strongest drinks and Yoongi took a sip, relishing the bitterness and burn. "Are you in the mood for watching something mindlessly? Or we can play something," he offered.

Yoongi exhaled. "I'm in the mood to beat up someone."

Jimin smirked. "I got just the game for you then."

***

"So, how is it?" Jungkook glanced at Taehyung expectantly who stood staring at the beautiful and comfiest nests in front of him.

The soft blankets and fluffed pillows were arranged carefully and meticulously to create a warm cocoon and safety. The plush blankets were layered atop of each other and surrounded by pillow forts. It was just wide enough for two people to sleep in comfortably.

Jungkook and Jimin's combined scents wafted from the nest, so mild it was barely noticeable but Taehyung could tell it was intended for him. Taehyung had never considered himself as someone who would seek solace in a nest.

An omega parent often kept their pups in their nests or built one for them until they grew out of it. Teen alphas were allowed to share their mother's nest from time to time while adult alphas would often share a nest with their mate.

But Taehyung never had a proper maternal figure in his life he was close with. Growing up, he didn't have any omega siblings who built a nest either. And obviously he never got into a serious relationship with anyone to be invited into their nests.

The alpha felt a new sensation balling up in his throat and eyes stinging at the mere sight of a nest made just for him. He tried to swallow around the ball, one treacherous tear rolling down his cheek.

"This is beautiful," he croaked. His breath hitched as several emotions washed over him. "You made it for me?"

Jungkook nodded, eyes twinkling with excitement and his Maraschino cherry scent sweetening at the praise. "It's my sanctuary whenever I need comfort. Thought you could use one today." He grabbed his hand and led him to the nest. "You had a rough day."

"Hyung is the one hurting the most," he said solemnly. "I can't even tell him it's gonna be okay because...how could it be? I did something horrible and it's not something that can be corrected with just words."

"Get inside first," Jungkook urged.

Taehyung handed the alcohol bottles to Jungkook before carefully entering the nest using the small opening Jungkook left for the purpose. "I don't remember being in a nest. Ever."

His brother watched him with bated breath as he lowered himself into the nest. The alpha settled down awkwardly. "Oh, this is comfortable." He sank against the sheets with a contented sigh and noticed Jungkook visibly relaxing upon seeing his reaction. "Are you coming in?"

"Do you want me to?" Jungkook asked, tilting his head to the side.

Taehyung glanced around. "There's enough space. Um...is it okay for you to share a nest with me?" The soft haven seemed to swallow him whole and wrap him with comfort.

"Technically you're my brother, so yeah," Jungkook replied. "Otherwise no. A nest is so sacred and an intimate place. Only your pup and mate are allowed to enter. I've allowed my best friend to enter my nest a couple of times."

"Oh."

"Is it okay for me to come in?"

Taehyung frowned. "You build this," he said. "Why not?"