Taehyung (softly): "Then let me stay tonight. Let me be the one to keep you safe."

Jimin nods, and Taehyung shifts them both onto the bed, pulling the blanket over them. Jimin curls up against him, his head resting on Taehyung’s chest, listening to the steady beat of his heart.

Taehyung runs his fingers through Jimin’s hair, his other arm wrapped protectively around Jimin’s waist.

Jimin (murmuring, almost asleep): "You’re like a warm blanket, hyung… like home."

Taehyung smiles, his heart aching in a way he doesn’t fully understand yet.

Taehyung (whispering): "And you’re my reason to protect, Jimin-ah. Sleep now. I’ve got you."

As Jimin drifts off, Taehyung presses a soft kiss to the top of his head, lingering just a moment longer than a brother should. The room fills with a quiet, unspoken tenderness, the line between sibling and something more blurring ever so slightly.
                     
                   ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

Jimin’s bedroom, early morning. The sun has just begun to rise, casting a soft glow through the curtains.

Jimin slowly wakes up, feeling the warmth of Taehyung’s arm around him. He stirs, a mischievous smile tugging at his lips as he notices Taehyung still sleeping peacefully beside him.

Jimin (whispering to himself): "He looks so cute when he sleeps…"

Unable to resist, Jimin grabs a marker from his nightstand and, careful not to wake Taehyung, begins drawing small squiggly lines on his cheek. He stifles a giggle as Taehyung’s face scrunches up in his sleep.

Suddenly, Taehyung’s eyes flutter open, and he blinks in confusion at the feeling of something cold on his skin.

Taehyung (groggily): "Yah, what are you—"

Jimin bursts into a fit of laughter, covering his mouth to stop the giggles from escaping. Taehyung sits up with a mock glare, his voice laced with playful annoyance.

Taehyung: "What did you do to me, Jimin?!"

Jimin can barely contain himself, his laughter filling the room, and for the first time in days, he feels free. He jumps off the bed, running to the other side of the room.

Jimin (teasing): "You were just too serious, hyung. I had to add some color to your life!"

Taehyung watches him, his irritation melting away as he sees the spark in Jimin’s eyes, the joy that had been hidden for so long. Slowly, a smile tugs at his lips.

Taehyung (softly): "There’s my Jiminie… my real Jimin."

Jimin’s heart skips at Taehyung’s words. He feels a warmth spread in his chest—something more than just happiness. The teasing smile fades, and Jimin hesitates for a moment, as if he’s about to say something important.

Jimin (quietly): "Hyung… I’ve missed laughing like this."

Taehyung moves closer to him, his expression softening. He reaches out, gently tucking a strand of hair behind Jimin’s ear.

Taehyung: "You don’t need to hide anymore, Jimin. I’ll make sure nothing and no one ever takes your smile away again."

Jimin feels a lump in his throat at Taehyung’s tender promise. He steps closer, his hand brushing Taehyung’s as he searches his eyes for sincerity.

Secretly Yours  💕 💕 💕 Vmin Where stories live. Discover now