Taekook: Melt My Ice
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Welcome to the first chapter of my story! Let's start this journey together - ready to fall in love? 💜
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Seoul University’s campus was alive with the buzz of a new semester. The autumn breeze carried the scent of fresh coffee, wet leaves, and the hopeful dreams of students. Among the crowd, one boy’s laughter was louder than the rest—Jeon Jungkook, known for his charm, athletic skills, and ability to make friends in five minutes or less.
But today, something was different. Today, he saw him.
jeon jungkook
(eyes widening) Who.... is that?
jimin
(looking up from his phone) Who? The one with the scarf?
jeon jungkook
No. The one with the scarf, the perfect hair, the way he's walking like he's in a K-drama.... That's not a student, that's art.
jimin
That's kim taehyung. First year. Rich family. And - (pauses)- completely out of your league.
Jungkook didn't hear the '' out of your league '' part. He was already planning his opening line.
jeon jungkook
(sprinting forward) Excuse me!
Kim taehyung
(stops, brows raising)... Yes?
jeon jungkook
Hi. I'm jungkook. And you are?
Kim taehyung
Someone who doesn't talk to strangers. (starts walking)
Ouch. That was a rejection so sharp, it could slice through steel. But Jungkook wasn't discouraged - no, he was intrigued.
jeon jungkook
(running after him) Okay, stranger rule noted. But what if I become a friend first?
Kim taehyung
Not interested.
jeon jungkook
(smiling) you haven't even heard my pitch yet.
Kim taehyung
This isn't Shark tank.
The exchange drew a few curious glances from passing students. Taehyung's clam, almost cold demeanor clashed with jungkook 's warm persistence. It was like watching fire try to melt an iceberg.
jimin
(from a distance, whispering to Hoseok) Oh no… Jungkook’s found his new obsession.
Jhope
And that iceberg’s about to be very, very annoyed.
jeon jungkook
(smirking) How about coffee?
jeon jungkook
A walk around campus?
jeon jungkook
Study partners?
Kim taehyung
You’re failing faster than my patience.
That should’ve been the end. But for Jungkook, it was the beginning.
jeon jungkook
(sitting across from Taehyung without asking)
Kim taehyung
(sighs) Why are you here?
jeon jungkook
Because I read somewhere that proximity builds familiarity, and familiarity builds affection.
Kim taehyung
And I read somewhere that ignoring someone makes them go away.
jeon jungkook
Guess I’m an exception.
Jungkook didn’t just sit there—he helped Taehyung find books on art history, offered his last packet of gum, and even shushed other students, so Taehyung could focus. It was… oddly considerate.
Kim taehyung
You’re not as annoying when you’re quiet.
jeon jungkook
I’ll take that as progress
The next week, fate—or perhaps Jungkook’s careful planning—struck again.
jeon jungkook
(sliding his tray beside Taehyung’s) Hey.
Kim taehyung
You sound almost happy to see me.
Kim taehyung
That’s your imagination.
Jungkook noticed the way Taehyung avoided the crowd, how he preferred the corner seat, how he ate slowly as if savoring the quiet. Jungkook didn’t comment on it—he simply mirrored the pace, talking less, listening more.
Kim taehyung
…Why are you suddenly not talking?
jeon jungkook
Because I’m learning your rhythm.
jeon jungkook
Your rhythm. Everyone has one. Yours is calm. I like it.
Taehyung didn’t respond. But his lips twitched, almost like he was fighting a smile.
One week later – Campus Garden
jeon jungkook
(holding out a coffee) For you.
Kim taehyung
I didn’t ask for this.
jeon jungkook
I know. But it’s the exact way you ordered last time. Extra cream, no sugar.
Kim taehyung
(surprised) You remembered?
jeon jungkook
I remember everything about you.
For the first time, Taehyung looked at Jungkook without suspicion. Just… looked. And something unspoken passed between them.
jimin
(from afar) Oh no. It’s happening.
jimin
The iceberg is starting to crack.
Taehyung lay on his bed, staring at the ceiling. Jeon Jungkook was… persistent, yes, but he was also unexpectedly gentle. He remembered things. He adjusted without being told. And worst of all—Taehyung didn’t hate it.
jeon jungkook
Goodnight, Taehyung. Sleep well.
It wasn’t love. Not yet. But it was the first thread in something new. And Jungkook? He wasn’t planning to let go.
"Some people knock on your door until you open it. Others… find a way to quietly fit the key."
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That's for today
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Hi my cupcakes
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With another chapter
The campus was buzzing with the usual chatter of students rushing to classes and gossiping about last night’s drama. Jungkook, however, was preoccupied—not with lectures or clubs—but with one thing: making Taehyung laugh.
His plan? Impress Taehyung with a perfectly executed coffee spill rescue.
jeon jungkook
(straightening his tray, whispering to himself) Okay, Kook. Act natural. You’re cool. You’re smooth. You’re definitely not about to spill coffee all over the floor...
Kim taehyung
(sitting quietly at a corner table, reading)
jeon jungkook
(walking by with coffee) Here goes nothing.
Jungkook was about two steps away from victory when—disaster struck.
jeon jungkook
(tripping on a loose tile) Whoa—!
Coffee splatters everywhere
Kim taehyung
(looking up sharply)
Coffee streamed toward Taehyung’s pristine shoes, threatening to ruin the perfectly clean campus uniform.
jeon jungkook
(dashing forward) Wait! Don’t move! I got this.
Kim taehyung
(deadpan) You’re making it worse.
Jungkook frantically grabbed napkins, wiping and dabbing with exaggerated care.
jeon jungkook
I’m sorry! I’m so sorry! Are you okay?
Kim taehyung
(smirking) You? Clumsy? Shocking.
jeon jungkook
(sheepish) I’m basically a disaster wrapped in charm.
For a moment, their eyes met and something unspoken sparked between the awkward hero and the ice queen.
Kim taehyung
(sighing) I guess this means you owe me a coffee.
jeon jungkook
(grinning) Deal.
They walked side by side toward the counter, and Jungkook found himself surprisingly comfortable next to Taehyung’s quiet presence.
jeon jungkook
So, uh, besides making me look like a fool, what do you actually like to do for fun?
Kim taehyung
(raising an eyebrow) I don’t “do” fun.
jeon jungkook
(smiling) That’s the saddest thing I’ve ever heard.
Taehyung just shook his head, but the corner of his lips twitched in a way that suggested maybe, just maybe, he was warming up.
jeon jungkook
Hey, since you’re stuck with me now, wanna join the photography club?
Kim taehyung
(surprised) Photography?
jeon jungkook
Yeah! I’m the president. We take cool pictures, eat snacks, and occasionally crash awkward campus events.
Kim taehyung
(snorts) Sounds like chaos.
jeon jungkook
Exactly. You need a little chaos in your life.
Taehyung hesitated, then gave a small nod.
Kim taehyung
Fine. But only because I want to see you survive in chaos.
jeon jungkook
(chuckling) Challenge accepted.
As they walked away, Jimin and Hoseok watched from a nearby bench, grinning.
jimin
(whispering) This is going to be fun.
Jhope
Yeah, but Tae better watch out—Kookie’s got tricks up his sleeve.
And just like that, the slow melt of ice had begun…
"Sometimes the biggest messes create the most beautiful stories."
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That's for today
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The photography club room was a cramped but cozy corner of the student union. Posters of famous photographs covered the walls, and a dozen cameras and tripods cluttered the tables. Jungkook had proudly claimed the president’s chair—right next to where Taehyung sat, arms folded, clearly skeptical.
jeon jungkook
(grinning) Welcome to the chaos headquarters. Ready to learn how to take the perfect shot?
Kim taehyung
(eyebrow raised) I’m more interested in how many times you can trip over your own feet in one session.
jeon jungkook
(laughing) I’ll take that as a compliment.
The other club members introduced themselves: Jimin with his endless enthusiasm, Hoseok who insisted on taking dramatic behind-the-scenes shots, and Yoongi who mostly scowled but was secretly a camera wizard.
jimin
Taehyung, you’ll love this. We’re going on a photo walk around campus. It’s fun and—bonus!—no homework.
Kim taehyung
(still unsure) Fine. But I’m not promising I’ll smile for the camera.
The group set off, cameras ready. Jungkook took every opportunity to sneak glances at Taehyung, who surprisingly seemed to relax as he observed the world through the lens.
jeon jungkook
(pointing) See that? The way the sunlight hits those leaves? That’s art.
Kim taehyung
(softly) It’s... peaceful.
Jungkook smiled. The ice wasn’t just melting—it was thawing.
Kim taehyung
(leaning on the railing) Thanks for dragging me into this.
jeon jungkook
(grinning) Anytime.
Kim taehyung
You’re… not what I expected.
jeon jungkook
(playing innocent) What did you expect?
Kim taehyung
Someone… less genuine.
The sunset painted the sky orange and pink as their conversation slowed and the quiet stretched between them.
jeon jungkook
(softly) I’m glad you gave me a chance.
Kim taehyung
(looking away) Don’t get too hopeful.
But Jungkook caught the faintest smile on Taehyung’s lips before the moment slipped away.
"Sometimes, the most unexpected friendships make the best stories."
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