Taekook: HEARTS ENLISTED!
Ep 4: Friends!
The early morning sun peeked through the curtains, casting a gentle glow across Ni-ki’s room. He stirred from his sleep, blinking against the light. Today was another school day, and he knew he had to get up. With a deep sigh, he sat up, stretching his arms above his head.
Ni-ki’s routine was always the same. He got out of bed, made his way to the bathroom, and went through the motions of getting ready. He brushed his teeth, washed his face, and carefully styled his hair. As he buttoned up his school uniform, his thoughts drifted to Jaehyun. The thought of seeing him always brought a small smile to his face.
Ni-Ki returned back to his home early in the morning around 4 am because he knew he had to be present at his home before his father gets real angry on him. Thus, he kept a letter at Jaehyun's bed and informing Mathilda, he left Jae's house.
Downstairs, his father, Hiroshi, was already up, sipping his morning coffee.
Nishimura Hiroshi/ Ni-Ki father
"Riki, don’t forget your books!!"
*he reminded his son, not looking up from his newspaper*
Ni-ki grabbed his bag and headed out the door. He always made sure to leave the house on time, avoiding any unnecessary conflicts with his father.
The streets of Seoul were bustling as usual, with people hurrying to their destinations. Ni-ki made his way to the bus stop, where he knew Jaehyun would be waiting. Sure enough, as he approached, he saw Jaehyun’s familiar figure standing there, looking as energetic as ever.
Myung Jaehyun
"Morning, Ni-ki!"
Jaehyun greeted, his eyes lighting up at the sight of his friend.
Ni-Ki
"Morning, Jae!"
*pats Jae's head*
Myung Jaehyun
*pouts and sets his hair*
“I'm not a kid”
*mumbles*
The bus arrived, and they boarded together, finding their usual seats near the back. As the bus started moving, Jaehyun launched into his usual stream of chatter.
Myung Jaehyun
You won’t believe what happened when I went for my morning jog!!"
*he began, his eyes sparkling with excitement*
Myung Jaehyun
"I was at the park, and this dog came up to me and started barking like crazy. Turns out, it just wanted to play fetch! I spent an hour playing with it. It was the best!"
Ni-ki listened, nodding along, a soft smile on his lips. He adored the way Jaehyun could make even the simplest stories sound so thrilling.
Author
(it's typically me if I love someone, like dude, I'll be the whipped aff)
Ni-Ki
"That sounds fun!!"
*he said, genuinely amused by Jae’s enthusiasm*
Jae continued, moving from one story to the next, his hands gesturing like he was explaining something really important. Ni-ki watched him, his heart bubbling with affection. He loved these moments, where he could just sit and listen to Jaehyun’s cheerful voice. Everything else seemed to fade away when Jae was around.
As the bus travelled through the city, Ni-ki’s gaze drifted to Jaehyun’s eyes. They were filled with excitement, sparkling with the light of the morning sun. He remembered the first time they met, a clear memory that always brought a smile to his face.
Ni-ki felt a wave of gratitude wash over him as he recalled those early days of their friendship. Jaehyun had been his anchor in a sea of uncertainty, and Ni-ki couldn’t imagine his life without him.
Ni-Ki
"Remember the time we first met?"
Ni-ki said, interrupting Jaehyun’s story about the dog at the park.
Jaehyun’s eyes widened with recognition and a smile spread across his face.
Myung Jaehyun
"Of course I do! You looked so lost, I knew I had to come and talk to you. Best decision ever, if I do say so myself."
Ni-ki chuckled, feeling a warmth spread through his chest.
Ni-Ki
"It was. I was so nervous that day, but you made me feel welcome right away."
Myung Jaehyun
*grins and nudges Ni-ki playfully*
"Well, I’m glad I did. What would I do without my best friend?"
Ni-ki’s heart skipped a beat. He wished he could tell Jaehyun everything he felt, but he didn’t want to risk their friendship. Instead, he simply nodded, his affection hidden behind a soft smile. As the bus continued its journey, the cityscape outside the window blurred into a series of memories. He leaned back in his seat, drifting to his memories.
It was a year ago, during the start of a new school term. Ni-ki had just transferred to this school, feeling nervous and out of place. His parents' ongoing conflicts had forced him to move schools several times, making it hard for him to make lasting friends.
He remembered standing in the schoolyard, feeling lost among the sea of unfamiliar faces. That’s when he first met Jaehyun.
Jae was surrounded by a group of friends, laughing and talking animatedly. Despite feeling shy, Ni-ki couldn’t help but notice the warmth and energy that surrounded Jae.
Jae had noticed him too, and without hesitation, he walked over, a friendly smile on his face.
Myung Jaehyun
"Hi, I’m Jaehyun! You’re new here, right?"
Ni-ki nodded, feeling a bit overwhelmed.
Ni-Ki
"Yeah, I just transferred."
Myung Jaehyun
"Cool! What’s your name?"
Jaehyun asked, his eyes shining with curiosity.
Ni-Ki
"Nishimura Riki, but you can call me Ni-Ki."
*he replied, managing to bring out a small smile*
Myung Jaehyun
"Nice to meet you, Ni-ki! Want to hang out with us?"
Jaehyun offered, his friendliness making Ni-ki feel at ease. From that moment on, Jaehyun had taken Ni-ki under his wing. They quickly became inseparable, spending most of their time together. Jaehyun’s outgoing nature and Ni-ki’s quiet presence balanced each other perfectly, forming a bond that grew stronger with each passing day.
And it was during a school festival that Ni-ki first realized just how deep his feelings for Jaehyun ran. They had spent the day enjoying various booths and games, laughing and teasing each other. As evening fell, they found themselves sitting on a bench, watching the fireworks light up the sky.
Jaehyun had turned to him, his face illuminated by the colorful bursts of light.
Myung Jaehyun
"Isn’t this amazing, Ni-ki? I’m so glad we’re here together."
Instead, he had simply smiled and nodded, keeping his feelings locked away.
Ni-Ki
"Yeah, it’s perfect!!"
*he had said, his voice filled with a mix of joy and sadness*
Myung Jaehyun
"Do you ever think about the future, Ni-ki?"
*still looking at the fireworks*
Ni-Ki
"All the time!”
*he replied*
Ni-Ki
“I wonder where we’ll be, what we’ll be doing. Sometimes it feels like there’s so much pressure to figure everything.”
Myung Jaehyun
"Yeah, it can be overwhelming. But, you know, I think as long as we have each other, we’ll be okay. We’ll figure it out together."
*he says being serious*
Jaehyun’s support gave him strength, and At that moment, he felt a flicker of hope for the future.
The bus hit a bump, jolting Ni-ki back to the present. He glanced at Jaehyun, who was still engrossed in his animated story.
Myung Jaehyun
"And then the dog just jumped into the pond! I had to pull it out, and I was soaked!"
Ni-ki laughed, the sound genuine and light.
Ni-Ki
"You always get into the funniest situations, Jaee."
Myung Jaehyun
"That’s what makes life interesting!"
Ni-ki looked at Jaehyun’s excited face, feeling his heart bubbled with affection. He adored everything about Jaehyun, from his energy to his honesty. Yet, with that adoration came a deep-seated pain. He knew that Jaehyun didn’t see him the same way, and that realization was like a constant toothache hurting like a b!tch it is.
The bus came to a stop, and they stood up, grabbing their bags. As they walked off the bus and toward the school gates, Jae held Ni-Ki's hands and start walk ahead. Ni-ki felt a mix of emotions.
As they entered the school building, he took a deep breath, pushing his emotions aside. For now, he would cherish their friendship and the moments they shared.
Author
I think, I've been dragging Jaehyun and Ni-ki story too much?
Author
Actually it's kinda exciting to write a new ship.
Author
How's the chapter??
Author
I wrote this chapter being so sleepy, ignore the mistakes because I barely was awake writing the chapter, I worked so much for today..
Comments
𝑴𝒐𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒆𐦍✔
I am not really sure what to comment..I didn't know what to do also, so trying to give reading a try. I apologise if you find my response lacking..my emotions have been lacking a lot, so..yea.
2025-01-29
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𝑴𝒐𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒆𐦍✔
Not really. Bringing out the side characters more, almost making it seem like they are really the main characters..I have done it before. don't worry.. it's going good.
2025-01-29
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Aesthetic Kate
I realised my feelings for me crush when my idiotic bestfriend jokingly told her to marry me in future because apparently I was too jumpy and smiley around her💀🤲 dude saw something I didn't
2024-07-15
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