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

Chapter 21: Between Rides and Glances

As we continued to the Ferris wheel, the tension between Taehyung and Yoongi didn't go unnoticed.

There were moments when Taehyung would glance at Yoongi, his gaze softening, before quickly looking away, like he couldn't quite handle the intensity of his feelings.

Meanwhile, Yoongi was quietly observing, his presence like an anchor as he offered small but significant touches of reassurance to Taehyung, like when he reached out and casually ruffled Taehyung's hair again with a gentle, almost protective gesture.

I watched, feeling a mix of affection and admiration for both of them.

They were clearly growing closer, their connection undeniable and growing with every passing moment.

But in that same moment, I realized something-I was beginning to feel a growing affection for Taehyung too.

There was something about his charm, his openness, the way he made me feel seen and special in ways I didn't expect.

His attraction toward me was becoming more obvious, and it made my heart race every time he smiled at me or said something sweet.

Later, as we climbed onto the Ferris wheel, Taehyung hesitated for a moment, then turned to me with a grin. "You know, I'm pretty sure the bear gets more attention than me."

I couldn't hold back my laughter. "It's hard to compete with that kind of cuteness," I teased, nodding to the bear.

Yoongi shot me a knowing look, clearly amused by the whole situation. "What can I say? He's got competition."

Taehyung settled against the back of the seat, his teddy bear resting gently against his chest.

He let out a content sigh, glancing over at Yoongi, who had his hand casually resting on Taehyung's shoulder. It was a soft, intimate gesture-quiet, but meaningful.

As the ferris wheel ascended, Taehyung's voice was barely above a whisper. "You know, I don't just like the bear," he said, his fingers brushing over the teddy's fur as he cradled it even closer.

"I love it. Because you won it for me, Yoongi."

Yoongi turned to look at him, his expression softening as he took in the sincerity in Taehyung's eyes.

There was a brief silence between them, filled with the weight of Taehyung's words.
"I didn't think you'd be so attached to it," Yoongi said quietly, his voice warmer than usual.

"I'm attached to the meaning behind it," Taehyung replied, his gaze never leaving the bear. "You didn't have to win it for me, but you did. And that's what makes it special."

The tender sincerity in Taehyung's voice made my heart flutter. It wasn't just a bear to him-it was a symbol of something deeper.

The fact that Yoongi had gone out of his way to win it for him made it irreplaceable, something that he could hold on to in a world that often felt unpredictable.

Yoongi looked at Taehyung for a long moment, his lips curling into a small smile, his eyes soft. "I'm glad you like it," he said simply, though the warmth in his voice spoke volumes.

Taehyung nodded, a shy smile tugging at the corner of his lips as he squeezed the bear against him. "I do. I really do."