jungkook's d-day

Jeongguk woke up excited. Today is D-Day. His mind shouted as his face painted a wide bunny smile.

He got up earlier than usual then headed to Seokjin’s room to wake him up. “Hyung!” He called from outside his hyung’s bedroom. No answer. He waited for a minute or two then decided to call Seokjin again. “Jin-hyung!”

“Wait Gukkie!” Jin answered. The door opened revealing a not-so-awake Seokjin. Still in his RJ pajamas, eyes still half closed. “You’re up early. You don’t wake up early.” Seokjin continued.

“We need to prepare lunch, remember?” Jeongguk looking at Seokjin with wide eyes as if his hyung forgot what they talked about.

“Of course I do! You’ve been rumbling about it for days.” Seokjin replied while heading to the kitchen. Once they were in the kitchen, Seokjin started preparing the ingredients. He asked Jeongguk to help him out while he started cooking. He even allowed Jeongguk to do some of the cooking.

After doing all the kitchen work, Jeongguk went back to his bedroom to change. “What should I wear today?” He uttered repeatedly looking at his closet – both hands on his waist. “Okay, I’ll go with this.” Getting a fitted black shirt tucking it in a black skinny ripped jeans, a pair of Timbs, and a black beanie.

“Now off to noona.” Jeongguk exclaimed while starting the engine of his car. He drove to the hotel with a smile on his face. He arrived in front of y/n’s hotel room in no time. He knocked on the door. When the door opened, he can see y/n wearing an oversized black shirt with “Euphoria” written on it, a black skinny ripped jeans, a pair of Timbs and a bucket hat.

He knew his eyes widened when he saw her. So pretty. Jeongguk thought.

“Wow! You look great noona! Do you happen to love black?” Good thing he was able to compose himself and manage to ask.

“Yes, Gukkie. Black is my favorite color.” She confirmed. Jeongguk cannot believe the odds of them loving the same color. He found it really fascinating and interesting.

“We should not waste time, let’s go?” He found himself offering his arm to y/n. He didn’t know why it was just right. She looked at it with hesitation. He was anticipating until he suddenly grabbed her hand, intertwined his fingers with his then gazed at her.

“Noona, we should not waste time and I’m your boyfriend for today, remember? Oh? Arasseo, jagi? (Understood honey) ”

Shoot. Why did I say that? 

For a split second, Jeongguk panicked but then he didn’t want to waste more time. He smiled playfully instead, seeing y/n blushed. He chuckled while looking at her pink cheeks. She continued to look down to keep her red face from him.

Jeongguk and y/n were holding each other’s hand going to the parking lot where he parked his car. He let her in first then got in the driver’s seat. Both buckled their seatbelt because safety first before Jeongguk started the engine.

“Where are we going? According to the email, they won’t disclose the details of the date as per your request?” y/n asked.

His eyes were still on the road but he tried his best to answer, “Yes, I would like it to be a surprise. I mean, I don’t want my date to be disappointed and bothered. I also don’t want it to feel like it’s scripted or something.”

From Jeongguk’s peripheral, he could see amazement in y/n’s eyes. She must have been surprised. She asked another question though, “So… there’s no camera or something? I really thought they would be filming this. I mean you are Jeon Jeongguk after all. People will be interested.”

He glanced at y/n’s direction for a brief moment then eyes went back on the road, “No noona. Of course, not! Who would want a date with everyone’s watching? And if there’s only one person allowed to take photos or videos of you, that’s me.” His eyes went back at y/n giving her a wink. Jeongguk never imagined looking at someone caught off guard can be this cute.

He felt the uneasiness in the atmosphere and the best way to get rid of awkwardness is music. He knew that more than anyone. He pressed play. Euphoria. He stole a quick glance at y/n’s direction seeing her jamming with his song. She was singing his song.

“Waa!!! Noona!! You know the lyrics!!” Jeongguk exclaimed, eyes wide.

“Yes of course! I love Euphoria! I know this by heart!” She shouted proudly then continued enjoying the song. He turned up the volume a little.

He laughed at her while she continued to sing her heart out. She was singing as if he wasn’t there and he loved every bit of it. He loved that she loved the song. He loved that she enjoyed it. He loved that she knew the song with all her heart. Jeongguk’s heart was full seeing this girl loving his work and making him feel a different kind of fulfillment. He exchanged his stare between her and the road – watching her interpret the lyrics through her funny antics.  

When the song reached its second chorus, he found himself singing with her. Jeongguk can feel y/n’s eyes fixed on him while he sang. He continued anyway. When the song reached its bridge, getting close to the highest part of the song, they both looked at each other then hit the high notes together. They danced while singing the last part of the song until it reached the ending. Jeongguk realized how Euphoria can be a masterpiece when you have someone special to sing it with.

“Your voice was really good. I never expected it to be THIS good in person.” y/n complimented him.

“In person? Why? You haven’t been to our concert?” His brows furrowed.

“Sadly, no. I thought you’ll be able to do a concert in our country but…” She paused as if trying to remember something awful that happened. Jeongguk felt sorry even though it’s not his fault. As much as they wanted to perform in every country, there were a lot of things they also need to consider. But he can’t let this ruin the mood so he thought of a plan.

“Okay, don’t be sad! I’ll sing you a lot of songs today. Araji? (Okay?) ” He smiled with assurance. Y/n smiled excitedly. The next song played, of course, he made it an all Bangtan playlist and while driving, he sang every song. Y/n listened to him intently but eventually she was already singing along with him. Them singing these songs together were really music to the younger’s ears. As much as he doesn’t want that moment to end, they arrived at their destination.

“We’re finally here!” Jeongguk shouted. His loud voice echoed through the whole car. He parked the car while seeing y/n peeking outside of the window.

“Where are we?” she looked at him all puzzled.

“We’re in Busan! In Songdu, to be exact.” He grinned while turning off the engine. He opened the door then headed to y/n’s side opening the door for her.

“Oh Gukkie, before I forget… I think you should stop calling me noona. It’s okay to call me Y/N.” She told him while getting off the car.

“Is it really okay to call you Y/N?” Jeongguk hesitated but at the same time, felt at ease.

“Yes! Totally fine! I’m just a year older, anyway.” She confirmed.

“How about… I call you jagi? Will you be okay with that?” He asked, eyebrow arched up, kind of smirking. Yes, he was teasing. He really wanted to know what will this do to y/n. Flustered, Jeongguk can see her face getting red really fast. He tried his best to hide his smile behind.

Somehow, he was waiting for an answer. While waiting, he started to unload the trunk of the car with the picnic basket he prepared and a backpack where he placed everything they’re going to need. He placed the backpack on his shoulders then carried the picnic basket with one hand.

“Don’t you need a face mask or something?” y/n worriedly asked.

“No, it’s fine.” Jeongguk calmly replied.

“I can give you a hand you know? Here, let me help you.” she said trying to get the picnic basket from him. Instead of handing the picnic basket, Jeongguk intertwined his fingers with hers.

Jeongguk led them somewhere while he can see her amazingly looking around. He knew that it was perfect to bring her here. The weather’s nice. The scenery is beautiful. The peacefulness was calming and relaxing like they’re away from the real world.

He can feel y/n’s warmth through her hand. Without him noticing, he held her tight feeling like his hand fits perfectly with hers. It made his heart skip. From time to time, he can feel her eyes stealing glances at him – he was shy. Was he that obvious? All he knew was that he was happy, genuinely happy.

Finally! Jeongguk thought when they arrived at the spot he had chosen.

It was a perfect spot to look at the beautiful scenery. Also the perfect spot to rest and take pictures – which he already planned. He put the picnic basket down then his backpack. He opened his backpack then got a huge blanket and placed it on the ground. Y/n stood watching as he set everything up. 

Everything’s going according to plan .

He really wanted to host his guest today and not make her feel burdened. When he was done, he sat down the blanket then tapped the empty spot beside him while looking at her.

“Sit here, Y/N.” He said with his doe eyes looking at her.

Y/n sat beside Jeongguk then she sighed. Jeongguk didn’t even know if it was a positive one but he continued to observe. To him, she was something familiar yet unknown, something similar but different. She was somehow like a puzzle that he wanted to solve.

“Waaa… neomu areumdapda… (Waaa… So beautiful…) she uttered while looking at the sky. “Nalsi-ga jam chojo? (The weather is so nice, right?) she turned to face him. He knew that the sudden change of y/n’s face towards his direction, given the close proximity, planted a surprised look on his face.

“Uh… Ne, maja. Keunde, Hangugeo-reul hal chul asineunguniya. Eotteoke? (Uh… Yeah, right. But, I noticed you can speak Korean. How?) ” He asked still looking at her but now, with amazement in his face.

“Ah! Naneun hangugeo-reul kongbuhaesseo. (Ah! I studied Korean)” she answered while he continued to listen.

“Wae? (Why?) ” There was interest in his voice.

“Hmmm.. BTS-eul neomu saranghago neorang kkot aegihago sipgi ttaemuniya. (It’s because I love BTS and I really want to talk to you.)” she smiled shyly looking down, hands stroking the back of her neck.

“Keurom, yeongeo kongbureul yeolsimhi haeya-kettda! (I should study English really hard then!)” He held one of his closed fists upward like an anime character cheering himself. Y/n couldn’t help but laugh looking at him like that.

Her laughter was interrupted by a loud growl coming from her stomach. Jeongguk’s face shifted from a cute bunny to a living meme – eyes wide, mouth slightly opened, looking at your tummy.

“Was that you?” He asked in disbelief.

“No! Ya!” she covered his eyes which were still looking at her stomach. Jeongguk burst out laughing while y/n was so embarrassed. Jeongguk found himself laughing non-stop now holding his own stomach. It’s been ages since he laughed that much.

“Grrrrrrrrrr” He continued to tease, clapping his hands while running out air because of laughter.

Y/n’s red face was a really cute sight for the maknae besides the fact that he was really enjoying teasing her. To his surprise, a strong punch hit his arm. He stopped laughing then looked at the girl beside her, bewildered. Being a competitive person that he is, he knew he had to step his teasing game up. He squinted his eyes looking at her, then pinched both of her cheeks hard.

“Jeon Jeongguk will always get revenge!” He shouted laughing devilishly. Y/n was trying so hard to reach for his face to pinch him back. Thank God I have longer arms , Jeongguk thought.

All along, Jeongguk knew this girl won’t back down but she unexpectedly gave up. She put her arms down and stopped reaching. Jeongguk grinned in victory. Just as when he thought it was over, a real strong flick on the forehead hit him – making him flinch in pain. Y/n then put out her tongue like a little child, and then grinned sweetly holding a V sign.

Jeongguk was smiling when shaking his head in disbelief. “This girl.” He uttered smiling while shaking his head. At that moment, Jeongguk realized how satisfied and happy he was. He loved every moment of their little date and he feels like himself, again. After being Jeon Jeongguk of BTS – this day, he was Jeon Jeongguk. Just, Jeon Jeongguk.

“What?” y/n asked when she caught him laughing at his own thoughts.

“Nothing jagi.” This time, he was trying his best to hide his smile while getting the picnic basket and setting up the food he prepared. “I asked Seokjin-hyung to help me with this.”

“It looks so good!” she smelled each food from every container. “But Guk, isn’t this too much for two people?” she asked while looking at all the containers back and forth.  

“I eat a lot and I think you’ll eat a lot too.” He said while his giggles started – again.

She rolled her eyes at him while she started taking the plates and prepared food. “Jal meogettseumnida! (Enjoy your food!)” she shouted with glee as she handed Jeongguk HIS food.

He slowly accepted what you offered then softly uttered, “Jal... meogett… seumnida (Enjoy your food.)” Jeongguk never expected that someone he just met would actually serve him food. It was unlikely for him to see that. Most of the time, no, all the time, the younger serves the elders. Not the other way around. 

“She never fails to amaze me.” Jeongguk thought silently.  

Both of them talked about anything under the sun while enjoying the food prepared by the maknae himself. Just as Jeongguk thought, they were able to finish everything. He enjoyed watching her eat with glee - made every effort worth it.

After the meal, Jeongguk invited y/n to take some pictures. She agreed right away. Looked like he found his new photography buddy. He got his camera from his bag then started to look around, searching for the perfect spot to take the photos.

Jeongguk was glancing over y/n’s direction while she picked her spot to take. He never got the chance to take photos himself as he caught himself looking at her - wanting to take every emotion in every angle. Just like that, Jeongguk positioned his camera then clicked on the shutter. He captured a photo of her kneeling down taking a photo of the sky, a photo of her scanning through the photos she took with a sweet smile on her face looking all satisfied, and a photo of her suddenly turning to his direction when she was about to show him the photos she took.

“Gukkie! Take a look at these-“ she stopped when she saw Jeongguk taking stolen photos of her. Jeongguk was smiling while looking at his shots. It was raw. Her emotions were genuine and perfect.

“My noona is so beautiful!” He said loudly running towards y/n’s direction. “Here, look!” He lowered the camera so she could take a look.

“Wow, Gukkie! I should hire you as my personal photographer!” she jokingly said. Jeongguk smirked with pride. Knowing she liked the photos made him feel satisfied. It made him happy. 

“I’ll just edit them really nice and send it to noona afterwards - as a gift.” Jeongguk thought. 

Jeongguk then went in another direction to take more photos of the beautiful scenery. It wasn’t the time to waste the beauty of the sea, the sky, and everything that surrounds them. He was so busy capturing everything that he didn’t notice y/n capturing him secretly. 

“Guk!” He turned to the direction from where the voice came from. Still wearing his precious smile from contentment, he looked at y/n then heard a shutter sound. Jeongguk couldn’t help it. He ran towards y/n wanting to see the photos.

“Let me see!” Jeongguk said trying to peek at her phone. When she showed him the photos, his eyes squinted because of the big smile on his face.She captured him looking at his viewfinder, smiling. Another photo and this time – it was him smiling while looking at the photos he took. Then a photo when she called him while he still had his bunny smile on his lips.

“You like it?” Y/n grinned at him. Jeongguk nodded enthusiastically.

The afternoon went on with the two taking pictures and videos of each other. As sunset approached, Jeongguk gathered all their stuff then invited y/n to take on a stroll. They were walking along the shoreline while holding each other’s hands.

Y/n asked about Jeongguk’s life before he debuted, his life as a trainee, how it felt like to finally debut, what’s it like to be an idol, does he still have time for himself, what does he do, and other stuff she’s curious about.

He also asked about her life when she was still a student, her work, hobbies, favorites, and what she loves. He listened to her attentively as she told him stories about her. He found himself listening to her with interest and amazement. It feels different to know another person who somehow shares similarities with him. 

“Do you know why I became an artist?” He suddenly asked, stopping then faced the blue waters, fingers never leaving y/n’s.

“Because of Namjoon-oppa?” she jokingly chuckled and Jeongguk can see on his peripherals that she glanced at him. Her answer made him chuckle as well.

“Okay- There’s that? *chuckle* and I love music. I want to comfort people through it. Whenever I or we are able to capture a person’s emotion through the lyrics of our songs, it makes me happy. Whenever they relate to us and tell us that we helped them get out of the dark place they’re in, it makes me fulfilled. Whenever I see people’s faces light up, it lights up my world. Things might not always run smooth for us when we write, compose, and produce but it’s all worth it. It’s all worth it when we see our ARMYs enjoy and forget the hardships life brings them through our music. It makes me feel like I'm on the right path and it makes me feel like I'm doing everything right. Like, serving my purpose.” He continued while looking at the calm water in front of him. “I want people to know I am here, BTS is here, and they can relate to us. You can relate to us. That even if there are people in your life who will leave, we will never. We will always be here to hold your hand, walk you through the rough path, and be with you until it becomes flowery – again.” He looked down, smiling. 

Jeongguk knew he was pouring his heart out to someone he just met. It was something new to him but he couldn’t help it. He was just comfortable and it feels as if they’ve known each for God knows how long. 

“You know what? I am happy you were able to find the one thing you loved the most and you are able to do it every single day. I know it’s never easy and can be tiring but I love and I am proud that you are using your talent to serve a beautiful purpose. I may not be with you every day, but as someone who cares for you so much, I would want this to be a constant reminder that you're doing a great job at making us feel better and with that, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Thank you for being BTS. Thank you to all seven of you. And as for me, thank you for existing and I guess I should thank the universe for letting me meet you. *soft chuckle* So you should not worry about it, alright, Jeonggukkie?” y/n squeezed his hand tight while looking at him intently, sunlight touching his cheeks.

Jeongguk never expected that y/n would say something like that. It was heartfelt and sincere. He looked straight into her eyes as the sun went down in front the both of them. “Thank you, Y/N. You don’t know how much it means to me and I’ll always keep that reminder with me. It’s really rare for me to say what I feel to someone whom I just met but I feel comfortable saying these things to you.” He said with a chuckle, as he cupped her face with his big hands, thumbs stroking both of her cheeks.

Y/n stared at Jeongguk as if she wanted to say something. He waited. Out of nowhere she called him, “Gukkie-” His eyes were on her still waiting. “I hope you let go of your worries, fears, and everything that bothers. I hope you’ll be more inspired. I hope you would be happier. I hope you get to enjoy every moment of your life and spend it with the most important people. I hope that you find the love you’re always looking for. I hope you will be very happy - the kind of happiness where you feel complete, just genuinely happy, and contented. I hope you get to know more about you and get to be more you as time passes by.” she said with a timid smile. 

He felt that. He felt every word. His heart was full but he didn’t exactly know what to say or how to react. That was the shy Jeongguk in him. He was just thankful that he was able to manage a  timid smile in return followed by a nod. He brought his hand back to holding y/n’s hand. “It’s getting dark. Should we head on to our last stop?” he said instead.

“Where?” she asked, eyebrows together.

“Eat?” He grinned, turning himself into a live emoji.

“You look like this emoji.” she laughed while getting her phone from her pocket, showing him the emoji then copying him placing the screen of her phone beside her face.

Jeongguk can’t help but laugh at y/n, that his eyes turned into a straight line.

“Please, promise me you’ll always laugh like this, Arasseo (Understood)? ” y/n said while pinching one of Jeongguk’s cheeks, still grinning like the emoji. “Let’s go.”

Jeongguk knew that the whole Korean experience wouldn’t be complete if they won’t eat samgyupsal. They headed to a korean restaurant where they can eat their heart out before y/n goes home. Aside from that, Jeongguk loves meat after all.

“Go home.” The thought echoed inside Jeongguk’s head. If only she can stay. If only he can get to know her more. If only they can spend more time together. If only. 

The old lady in the resto served the food. Y/n being y/n, started grilling the meat then placed the cooked ones on Jeongguk’s plate. But Jeongguk being Jeongguk, he didn’t allow her to do everything. The two shared their last dinner together. It was pleasant. The food was great and even if they were talking with each other for hours, they never ran out of things to talk about. After dinner, they took a stroll making the most out of the last hours of being together. They were walking hand in hand when Jeongguk broke the silence.

“It’s getting a little late now and you need to rest.” Jeongguk said, voice a little low. 

Am I sad? Yes.

“Yeah, it is. And you need to rest too.” Y/n answered, giving his hand an assuring squeeze. “Ya! Jeon! Smile!”

Jeongguk looked at y/n’s direction with a gloomy expression. Eyes getting heavier. As if tears wanted to come out. 

“I know we will meet each other soon and we can do all this - again.” Jeongguk knew y/n was trying her best to smile.

Jeongguk removed his eyes from her then looked down. Y/n moved in front of him, cupped his face slowly lifting it up until his eyes meet hers.

“Jeongguk, Jeonggukkie, Guk, Gukkie, JK, promise me you won’t be sad. It’s okay. As I’ve said, we will see each other again. I promise and I don’t break my promises. Our time will come like how things were already planned ahead of us. Like you and I have always believed. And we should not waste time, remember?” She said, voice almost shaking. Jeongguk nodded then smiled at her. He tried his best to let his smile reach his eyes. But deep in his heart, Jeongguk knew he really can’t find a reason to smile.

“For you.” Jeongguk now touching y/n’s hands that were cupping his face then slowly putting it down to hold her hand for the last time before everything ends. He sighed and did his best to keep all painful thoughts away. “Do you love gummies by any chance?” He suddenly asked; trying to lighten up the mood.

She nodded excitedly. He pulled her towards the old man selling gummies and bought her the sour ones. She mouthed a big “whoa”, eyes sparkling while looking at the gummies in front of her. He can't help but burst into laughter seeing y/n like a five-year-old getting excited over a bag of candies. Jeongguk got his phone from his pocket.

“Let’s take a selca together! Smile!” He said holding his phone upward. They both smiled at the camera.*click*

Both changed their pose to a big grin with a V sign *click*

Then pouted at the camera. *click*.

Jeongguk looked at the photos then asked for y/n’s phone. “I’m sending this to you so we both have copies of our selcas. I’m so sorry I cannot post this but I’m making it my wallpaper.” While chewing her gummy, Jeongguk changed his wallpaper and y/n’s wallpaper making their wallpapers a matchy one.

“There, perfect.” He bunny smiled while handing her phone.

Both of them savored the moments quietly while walking back to the car and during the whole car ride - him holding y/n’s hand, occasionally stealing glances, and smiling at each other giving assurance that this won’t be the first and last. Just like the day before, Jeongguk walked her through her room before he bid goodbye and goodnight.

“We’ll meet again. You promised.” Jeongguk said looking at her in deep eyes – not wanting to look away.

“Yes, Gukkie. I promise. I had fun today. Goodnight.” Y/n smiled sweetly at him.

He leaned closer, eyes not departing hers, and he softly kissed her forehead. “Me too, Y/N. Goodnight. I’ll see you again.” He whispered as he automatically closed his eyes not wanting this moment to end.

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