"I like him"
"I like her"
"Yes. I'm very sure of it
now. And I'm not scared. I'm
happy."
"Definitely. Yes.
That has to be it.
Only if I could figure out
why she seems so familiar."
"You would have liked
him. More than me."
"Maybe you could have told.
I just have a feeling."
"He's seriously the best.
Considerate, sweet, cute-
Ahhh I think I'm really
going crazy."
"But this is what I want.
The 'one thing you just know you
want to hold onto' that you've always
told me about. It's her. You would've
been so happy. Really. I miss you.
I know I wasn't much for you, but
I wish you could see how happy I am.
I'm sure you are."
"I'll be telling you about him.
I know you're proud of me right
now. I love you. Bye"
"Bye."
It was so pristine. The emotion. You were wishing for it to last forever. "Its time! The teachers are coming for a count of the students. Come back quick. We have to go to bed now."
You both heard a yell, which shook you out of your trance. "How did Hobi find us?" You wondered, and looked at Taehyung. He looked at you and smiled his boxy smile.
Taehyung: Let's go back. It's getting late and very cold. You're just recovering, so you better keep yourself warm warm.
He spoke, and got up , pulling you up with him,as if he hadn't noticed what he had just said. "How does he know..?" Your thoughts vanished as you realised you were still holding hands. You blushed immensely.
Taehyung: To follow the same route would be better. Don't you thin-
He noticed , and let your hand loose a bit. You held it more tightly. He looked at you with widened eyes. And you just started walking back, not looking back at him at all. He chuckled deeply. The walk back was silent, and somehow you were feeling very light, as if he had never told you so many confusing things, as if he had never worried you, as if you were never scared to death looking for him. The way he held onto your hand, seemed to be the only thing that you needed to be strong. It made you sense that someone was by your side. And you knew he felt the same. You could feel the immense emotions he was putting in that simple action. He smiled gently by himself. You both reached the camp in no time. Seeing all of the group gathered outside your tent and talking to a few officials, you slowly approached them.
Namjoon: I assure you sir, they will be back soon.
Teacher: But it's the only rule we gave you! Not to enter the woods without informing us and getting our permission.
Y/n : We're sorry miss.
Both of you came to the front. He pushed both of your hands behind your backs.
Teacher : Miss. I've told you a many times. A simple sorry isn't enough. We do so much for your safety, and all you want to do is break rules and regulations. Is it cool and fun for you huh? Is everything a joke to you? Must be. Cuz this isn't the first time, you know it well.
You looked down. Those words were meaningless, but they did hurt. He squeezed your hand firmly.
Taehyung: She didn't intend on doing so purposely. I wasn't feeling well , so she accompanied me. Does being kind count, ma'am?
She was shocked on hearing him. You looked up at him and he gave you a thin smile.
Teacher: Yeah . I've been hearing about this. She "helps" you and when you get in trouble, you vouch for her. Alright. I'll let you off the hook this time. But if this happens again, you better watch out.
She said, pointing at the both of you. You just shivered at Taehyung stroking the middle of your palm with his thumb. You shook his hand off , and he laughed wholly. The teacher scowled and left. The rest watched him , but didn't question it. They were rather enjoying. You rushed in and Jennie and Jisoo followed you, not before giving Taehyung a glance. You zipped the tent and took out a pair of comfy clothes to change in from your bag.
Jisoo : Is he alright?
You were startled, then you sighed.
Y/n : Yes.
Jisoo: Are okay?
Y/n : Yeah. Sort of..
Jisoo: You didn't get hurt right? Was he mad?
"Why is she asking such questions?"
Y/n : Yup, I'm fine. Thanks.
Jisoo : Ohkay
She sounded relieved. You frowned a bit, pondering.
Taehyung POV
I laughed at her cuteness. It's fun to tease her , to see her flustered face. Everyone went silent, and so did I. We were waiting for the tent to open so we could finally lay down and get some sleep.
Namjoon: Are you feeling better?
He asked out of the blue. I turned to him.
Taehyung: Much.
Jimin : Why did you run off so suddenly?
I paused for a bit, before he playfully jumped on my back.
Taehyung : Ugh- You never run out of energy, do you? Anyway, I wanted to get some fresh air.
Perhaps they weren't much interested, or that they understood I want to tell something but not now. They didn't say anything, and we got back to our usual "crackhead" behaviour. Eventually, the tent opened, and we got in. Yoongi hyung dropped on his knees and placed his head on the ground with his butt in the air. Jungkook kicked it, making him jerk ahead.
Yoongi: Yah! I want to rest, not break my neck!
Jungkook: Sorry, you're butt was really intimidating.
He blurted , earning two hits on the back from the elder which left all of us cracking up. We changed our sleeping positions since Yoongi was now scared by the look the youngest was giving him. Which sent his blankets and pillow flying across right to the corner of the tent. Yoongi popped himself beside Jimin.
Yoongi : I'll be safe here.
Jimin : Yoongi hyung~
He squealed, hugging the life out of him. The elder managed to free himself out of his strangle and rolled away, bumping into Jisoo.
Yoongi : Uh, I'm sorry.
Jisoo : It's alright.
Hobi : Did Yoongi just apologize??! Did I hear it right?
Jin : I didn't expect you to be like this Yoongi-ah.
Namjoon: Wahh Yoongi.
Yoongi: Shut up!!
He groaned. That's when I understood that they were teasing him. The annoyed click of my tongue made all of them look at me. Then they laughed out.
Taehyung: Yah. I'm not mad. She needs someone anyway.
I said with a serious face, catching the pillow which came flying at my face from Jisoo's hands. I broke into a grin. "Ahh when is she going to change?" Everyone laughed aloud and then got back to getting some sleep. I sat in my place, besides y/n. But I didn't miss the way Yoongi was fidgeting with his blanket in his fist, even though he showed nothing on his face. "He has a crush on her.. Wait what?" I looked at him with wide eyes, but he had now turned his back to me and Jisoo who was across Jungkook and Jennie to my right. I huffed and layed down , glancing at y/n who was between me and the wall of the tent. She was smiling in her sleep. "Hope you have a good sleep. Y/n" Just saying her name in my head made my heart skip a beat. "Why does 'liking' someone so many effects?" I asked myself stupidly. And slowly I fell asleep, deeply.
.
.
.
.
NO
I can't
I couldn't
I should've
I'm sorry
I'm so very sorry
I failed
I failed
I failed you
Why..
Why can't I-
Stop
No
My body jerked and I finally broke through and felt my body. I frantically gasped for air , my eyes twitched and my head felt heavy on my shoulders. I dug my head in my palms. Suddenly, I felt someone hold my arm firmly. It made me feel better, but I didn't budge. Once my breathing became stable, I looked at the person. It was y/n. I pointed with my shaky hands to my bag. She immediately brought it to me. I took out my medicine box and desperately chugged on the designated medicine. I pushed the blanket away and folded my legs , holding onto my knees tightly. She stroked my back gently. I sat like that for some time. It lasted longer than usual, which wasn't good. But I calmed down just as soon.
Taehyung: I'm alright now. Thanks.
Y/n : Are you sure?
I nodded. A pause.
Y/n : Taehyung.
Taehyung : Hm?
Y/n : How long have you been going through this?
"What does she mean by 'this' ?"
Taehyung: Through what?
Y/n : Sleep paralysis.
End of Taehyung's POV
Taehyung: Oh. Uh..
"Just as I thought. He has other things he's "going through" too"
Taehyung: Since quite a few years actually.
Y/n : Years?! So you got medical help?
You were quite stunned. You had a few of these years ago after your mom passed away. So you could easily recognise what had happened to him from the symptoms. And let's say, it wasn't the most pleasant thing to experience. It was scary. And even a few of them had you worried to death. You were even scared to go to sleep. And going through it for years.. is definitely not easy.
Taehyung: Yes. The one I took now was a prescribed medicine.
Y/n : Do you want to sleep? Or should we go for a walk?
Taehyung: I think I'll head out for a bit. You sleep.
Y/n : No! I'll come with you!
Taehyung: No. Have some rest. You know you can't bear being sleepy. So sleep. I'll be back.
He put on his jacket making sure no one is disturbed.
"This just keeps on becoming more and more confusing." You said and let out a sigh.
Time skip
He returned back , and saw that you were laying down , backfaced. He came and took off his jacket, placed it on his bag and layed down too. You turned on your other side and faced him, your eyes were closed.
Taehyung: Don't pretend. I know you are awake.
Y/n : No I'm-
He giggled and so did you. You noticed, his voice was deep
Taehyung: Just go to sleep y/n. Sweet night.
And raspy. And the way he ruffled your hair slightly. "Oh lord."
Y/n : Good night Tae.
You turned your back to him , and covered your face with the blanket , trying not to scream. You let out a breath, and smiled. You slowly drifted off to sleep.
In the morning
"What??! No! That's not possible!!"
You woke up from your deep slumber to the yelling of Namjoon. "This has to be something serious, or he wouldn't be shouting this way." You got up and stretched yourself.
Jin : Aishh. Stop breaking things Namjoon.
He said, picking up Hobi's broken handbag which Namjoon had just stumbled on.
Namjoon: Sorry.. B-but how can they??!
Daisy: I know. But we can't help it. The storm just had to hit today.
Having : Yah.. seriously.
Y/n : Tell me we're not going back.
Jungkook: ..... ok. But we are?
Y/n : Ahhh. We were supposed to leave in the evening!!
You saw everyone sighing and sharing annoyed glances. Just then, Taehyung entered the tent. You raised a brow at him and he shrugged, shaking his head and pouting slightly. "Oh my hearteu."
Daisy: Anyway. Get your luggage ready. We'll be leaving in two hours.
You popped yourself back on the ground, and shot back up again.
Y/n : I'll have to pack everything quickly so I get time to take a walk and go back to the stream again and listen to some songs while sitting under that tree!!
You blurted out in one breath and got up. Immediate action.
Jimin : Let's have a game of volley ball!
Jungkook: Sure!
Yoongi : Yahh!! We want fair teams this time though.
Jin : Yeah!
All of you quickly packed your bags and went out. Almost everyone was outside, playing something or clicking pictures.
Dojeon : One hour for departure. We'll be calling you for assembly and then we'll leave.
Namjoon: Alright. Let's just have a quick game of relay.
Jungkook: No! We were going to play volleyball.
Namjoon : We don't have enough time!
Jungkook: Yes we do!
Namjoon: And if the game is incomplete, it'll be of no use.
Jin : You're it!
He said, giving a tight pat an Hobi's back. And they started running around, making wierd noises as always. And soon, everyone was into the fun, playing and jumping around. The air was filled with screams and laughter. And all was young , wild and free. Soon , everyone sat down, exausted. Then laid down on the grass, watching the clouds move slowly. For a long time.
Dojeon : Alright Everyone!! It's time to leave!
Some got up , and helped the rest do the same. Though Yoongi needed some pushing, he too was up. Taehyung pulled you up with a wide smile and you smiled back. The crowd was energetic.
Dojeon : Did you all have fun?
Everyone cheered in unison.
Dojeon: I see that no one is whining to be leaving so soon. You have enjoyed your time and are now leaving with happy memories. Keep it up. I wish you all luck. It was fun to have you all with us. This is where we part.
He said , and stepped down as all of us thanked him. We were eventually back in our busses, with our class and friends.
You sat with Taehyung this time, but you were in the window seat since he wanted you to have your time and enjoy. He wrapped your sweater around you and put the hood on so your ears wouldn't get blocked.
Y/n : Wah.. I feel so loved right now.
Instead of blushing, he gave a smirk , sat beside you and whispered in your ear.
Taehyung: Good.
In a deepened voice. You were the one blushing now. Jennie gave you a raised brow and you simply grimaced at her. The bus started and you took out the snacks which you had collected and kept for later. And while munching on them, you listened to your favourite playlist and looked out of the window. This memorable journey should be ended with your lifetime love: music, sweet , nature , and perhaps the person besides you too.
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A/n : I am happy I'm writing so consistently and improving.
But I've decided not to put any author-nim notes anymore.
1. Cuz I feel like it's running the mood and flow of the story.
2. I feel like I'm talking to ghosts out here, cuz noone replys.
More emphasis on the first one. The second reason is a part of this platform. It's what happens with every writer, I'm completely fine with it.
So, yeah, y'all might not hear from me except the reply on any comments left by y'all. But I'll be updating regularly!
Sending lub! ♡♡
Byee