Stigma Love's Algorithm [ A BTS x Reader Poly ]

Chapter 20: Tease, Tension, and Tenderness

But it wasn't just the thrills of the rides or the excitement of the park that made the night unforgettable-it was the connection between the three of us.

As the evening wore on, Taehyung's flirtation with me remained lighthearted, but I could see the way he looked at Yoongi-his eyes softened, his smile more genuine. It wasn't just about me anymore.

There was something undeniably magnetic between the two of them, and though neither of them had voiced it yet, it was clear to anyone who was paying attention.

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The afternoon buzzed with energy, the amusement park alive under the golden sun.

The hum of laughter and excitement filled the air as we made our way toward the next ride, a towering, spinning wheel that seemed to scrape the sky.

Taehyung, still practically buzzing with energy, was the first to grab my hand, his fingers wrapping around mine with an enthusiasm that made me smile.

"Ready for this one?" he asked, his eyes wide with excitement.

"I'm not sure yet," I muttered looking up at the towering wheel. "You're the one dragging me into this, Taehyung. Should I be worried?"

He laughed, a sound that was full of pure joy. "Worrying's overrated. It's gonna be so much fun, I promise!"

I glanced at Yoongi, who was walking beside us, his usual cool composure still intact. He raised an eyebrow as he caught my questioning look, a smirk tugging at his lips.

"Are you sure you want to do this?" Yoongi asked me softly, his voice full of the quiet concern that I always appreciated. "I mean, you're already holding on to Taehyung like your life depends on it."

I laughed and gave him a playful shove. "I'm sure I'll survive," I replied, my smile never wavering. "But I might need you to save me if Taehyung makes this worse."

Yoongi chuckled, his hand briefly brushing mine as we made our way into the ride's line. He didn't need to say anything more-his presence alone was enough to make me feel like everything would be okay.

As we got closer to the front, Taehyung's excitement seemed to double, his eyes sparkling as he glanced between Yoongi and me.

"You two are way too calm about this," he said with a grin. "You gotta live a little! Just look at how much fun I'm having!"

His infectious energy made it impossible for me not to laugh.

As we stepped into the ride, the three of us took our seats, and I felt my heart race.

The wheel creaked slightly as it started to move, and Taehyung's excited squeal filled the air as we began to rise higher and higher.

I instinctively reached for Yoongi's hand, my grip tight as the wheel spun faster, lifting us higher.