Chasing Happiness | KTH

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Taehyung POV

Running. That was all that I was currently thinking about, run. I was focused, wanting to win, determined to win. Currently, I was running my butt off during a soccer match for the University team. We were leading the championship, but losing this game. I must say, these are our rivals, meaning they are a strong team. I could feel it, it was going to be hard to win this game. Stop Taehyung, stop whining. I know you're tired but you need to be strong, strong for the team. Easier said than done of course, since I felt the pressure on my shoulders. I have to perform well, no, I NEED to perform well.

I got in on a scholarship since I was a talented soccer player in high school. I needed to prove myself during my first few years, but got even better with time. Now, I'm the captain of our team and need to show everyone what I'm capable of. Especially my girlfriend, Jennie. She comes to support me at every game and always motivates me to perform well. Of course, since she's the captain of the cheerleading team, she needs to be there, but it still gives me that last push that I need. Is she perfect for me? Perhaps she is, I mean, everything seems to be right. Captain of the soccer team dating the captain of the cheerleading team, it's how it should be, how everyone wants it to be.

"Taehyung focus!! Only 2 minutes left!" Jungkook shouted at me.

I looked up at the clock and it said 90 min + 2 min extra time, shit. Currently we were at a draw, but we need those 3 points, 1 isn't going to be enough. I took a deep breath and nodded my head, giving Jungkook the sign that I knew what to do. I ran as fast as I can once I saw Hoseok taking control of the ball and coming forward. Jimin ran with him and Hoseok passed him the ball. I scanned the pitch, spotting a clear spot for me to take position. Jimin saw what I was doing and acted fast, passing me the ball. I secured the pass and sprinted towards the goal whilst remaining in control over the ball. I heard the shouts and cheers from the supporters and cheerleaders, pushing me to run even faster. Now, it was just me and the goalkeeper, and believe me, I could see the fear in his eyes.

30 seconds left. I wasted no time and took my shot, watching the ball fly towards the direction of the goal. I waited in anticipation, whilst time seemed to stop for a moment. It was silent, no one was speaking, no sound was made. It felt like everyone was holding their breaths, just like me. Then, the ball hit the back of the net, just as the wistle goes off. I don't know what happened, too many cheers and screams from the crowd. Teammates jumping on top of me and cheering as if they just escaped death, it was magical. 2-1, we won.

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"Everyone raise your glasses! CHEERS!!" Hoseok screamed. Causing everyone to lift their glasses of beer in the air and gulp them down in one go. I smiled, feeling a wave of euphoria wash over me. I love these guys so much, they are my brothers and my best friends. I honestly wouldn't know what to do without them, they have been there since my freshman year and never left.
Suddenly I felt two arms wrap around my shoulders, making my smile grow even wider.

"Hey baby" Jennie said whilst kissing my cheek. I turned around and pecked her lips, stroking her hair.

"You look beautiful" I said whilst staring at her dress. She scoffed and lifted my chin up, forcing me to look her in the eyes.