Anti Romantic - Tomorrow X Together

"You seem..... Happy."

Jeongguk blinks upon hearing the words, fixating his eyes up to meet his brother's smile upon seeing the ravenette lost into space while drinking his hot chocolate. It quite early in the morning and today Namjoon texted Jeongguk for the two to go out and eat breakfast outside, that's how they're here at this cute café, already finished with their meal and now just chatting while drinking their beverage.

And who was Jeongguk to say no to his dear brother?

After all, Jeongguk was definitely in a good mood today.

Well, Namjoon wasn't wrong, he is content.

Last night he spent most of the night skating with his friends, practicing moves on the ice with Jimin for fun while teaching him how to do specific spins or jumps and getting to know Taemin and Jihyo as well and their connection with Jimin.

Yeah, maybe content would be an understatement.

Jeongguk is over the moon.

Seeing Jimin happy, or well his definition of happy which means being relaxed, felt like he accomplished something good. Even though it really took a lot of planning on deciding when everyone is available, assigning what everyone has to do, make sure he memorized the routine Taemin and Jackson taught him from the start to end - Just as flawlessly as he saw them do it.

It was tough work, especially thinking of things that would make Jimin content. Seeing Jihyo in the morning was a good call, that being something Hongjoong thought of since it's him being awaken by someone he really adores. From there Jeongguk paired up people from who Jimin already knew with people he didn't know, such as Minho and Ten along with Yoongi and Woosung.

He was really debating on who to take him out shopping but Taehyung volunteered happily, and initially he was going to go with Minho, but after the two had a bad fight that resulted with them Minho storming away Jeongguk decided on Karma.

Why Karma? Well because if there's anyone that can make a tempered man do something, it's an equally tempered man that calls him out easily. Jimin hates being challenged, and with Karma's provocative attitude than with no doubt Jimin will always be wanting to prove him wrong.

From there with Jackson and Seokjin, which was an easy pair to match up. With Seokjin's calm attitude with Jackson's assuring attitude, it would help Jimin remain relaxed while being at the SPA. Seokjin would no doubt try to see things from a different perspective, which is a turning point Jimin needed in order to go along with everything else throughout the day.

Now for the walk and lunch, Minho volunteered just for the excuse of food. Jeongguk from there was going to send Yoongi, but knowing him, he would make sly remarks that won't make Jimin feel so comfortable enough to enjoy the walk or food. So for that, it had to be someone on contrast to Minho's personality, and who better than Ten.

Quiet, but effective.

With his nature without a doubt Jimin would've felt safe.

Then came ballet, and that one was definitely an easy one. Taemin is his instructor so it was a good call to pair him there. Jeongguk was thinking of sending Woosung, since he would've enjoyed the seen, but then thought that Woosung is a very impactful person with words so mind as well put him in the end with Yoongi where they can talk to Jimin more seriously.

And send Felix with Taemin, to which was definitely a good idea.

So clearly, there was a lot of planning involved and things to consider, but it ended up turning out just fine.

And Jeongguk got the hug he so badly needed after a long time. So yes, he's very happy right now.

Happily he giggled to himself, leaning back against the wooden chair, "Jimin came to practice today and we got really ahead with the routine. So being on schedule really eases me down."

To the mention of Jimin alone had Namjoon sitting up right, his smile widening, "Managed to reach him? How was he?"

The little enthusiasm his brother showed had Jeongguk double thinking over on what to say carefully, trying not to seem bothered by it, "Good, just said he needed time off."

Hm, he's seems really interested in his ex these days.

Namjoon beams like head lights, holding onto his coffee with both hands, "That's good to know..... I've actually wanted to talk to you about something in regards to him that I need your opinion on."

Jeongguk studies him well, noticing how the once depressed boy upon recalling moments about Jimin in the past now just smiles to his name. He's been aware since the last time they've seen each other that Namjoon isn't as upset in regards to Jimin as he was a few weeks ago, and Jeongguk is starting to believe it has something to do with that day he overdosed.

Whatever it was, it definitely left Namjoon very hopeful.

So he nods back, waiting to hear what his brother has to say.

Namjoon seems a little nervous but then exhales a heavy breath with a small smile, "I'm thinking on asking Jimin out again."

And Jeongguk's smile dropped... Just like that.

Completely.

Did he hear correctly?

He blinks a little, shaking his head before focusing on Namjoon again, "Jimin? The same guy who destroyed your heart? That Jimin?"

"I think it could be different this time," He chuckles with a shrug, placing his chin to his palm, "I know he feels something for me, especially after what happened at his apartment."

This had Jeongguk shifting in his seat uncomfortably, pursing his lips as he leans over the table to try to reason with him, "Look, I don't know what happened between you but I know Jimin, and he-"

"We kissed Jeongguk."

It was for that moment that Jeongguk felt like... Something just.... He can't really explain it. It's close to that sensation when his anxiety spikes up, but... Worse. Not like he's about to have an attack right then and there, but his chest squeezed a bit in pain.

It's a feeling he didn't like for sure.

Maybe he's getting an attack soon? Would it be fear for his brother's risk of a broken heart again?

But they kissed.... Does that mean Jimin also kissed him back?

Maybe he is too naïve around this area?

His eyes flickers down to his hot chocolate, trying to tear the image of Namjoon and Jimin kissing from his head by how it felt like a vile going down his throat.

How did that even happen? Especially from Jimin?

Namjoon he can see that, since he's a little desperate, but for Jimin? He knows for a fact he won't let someone even touch him without hissing away like some animal.

So maybe.... Hmm..

"I really felt something, he was really into it," Namjoon continues on in gushes, being ignorant to the heavy thunder cloud forming above Jeongguk's head as he keeps talking, "He wanted me to continue but that's when I got the call and immediately went to the hospital.... I asked him to come but he didn't want to, so this guy stayed with him."

Taemin... It was Taemin.

Jeongguk would know because Taemin told him. He also told him that Jimin is not a fan of hospitals, at all, and that was the reason he didn't show up.

Which to be fair, Jeongguk didn't care. After all, him and Jimin aren't that close.

However upon hearing this from Namjoon's side taunt a frown on Jeongguk's lips deep, especially as Namjoon held onto this hope in his eyes to finally get back together with someone who clearly doesn't feel the same way - Actually, maybe he does?

And Jeongguk is just too blind to see it.

If he reacted like that while the two were alone than.... Maybe he does feel something? Perhaps his pushing away from people is just for show, to demonstrate how much he's an icy person.

He shouldn't be speaking out for Jimin on his behalf if he doesn't even know him like that.

Still shifting uncomfortable on his wooden chair once again, Jeongguk just sighs heavily with a shake of his head, "Just be careful..... I don't want you to end up like last time."

Namjoon flickers from Jeongguk's hands signs and to his pouting face, adoringly caressing his hair with that fondness, "I'll be fine, don't worry," And he suddenly begins to grin, focusing on the ravenette, "What about you, huh? Anyone that catches your eye?"

That goes without saying.

Jeongguk presses his lips together tightly, shaking his head with a forced smile, "Not really. You know I'm not much of a.... Relationship person."

"I know that," He snorts, but nudges his shoulder with his finger, "You should try exploring for a bit. Meet people, experience things like pleasure or something," Namjoon edges on, making the blush fluster Jeongguk's cheeks to the conversation, "We should go to a club one night! Maybe you can find someone, you may never know! Even if it's not serious."

Yeah well, his ideal place to find his special someone for the long run won't exactly be at a club.

But in some way, maybe Namjoon is right.

Jeongguk only has ever experienced a relationship with one person and he was around eighteen during that time. Sure they had sex, lots of it actually, but he never got to experience... Well... More.

He's heard his teammates rant about pleasures they've had with their own flings from time to time, even some sexual pleasures that have found through some experimentation -Who knew people found bondage foreplay pleasing? - things like that. Many things Jeongguk was completely clueless from, other things he's heard of but never tried because he never tried to.

He didn't even know there was more than one way to pleasure someone besides sex. So that's definitely a new world for him.

And to be fair he doesn't have to try so much to catch someone's attention, but what would be hard is maintain a conversation since.... He just can't.... Speak. Well, not like he needs to when he's... Into the moment.

You know what, yeah. Maybe Jeongguk should start opening himself up more to the idea now. It's been a while, and perhaps he'll find someone along the way.

Besides..... He kinda misses that special attention every once in a while. Not just from sexual pleasures, but also just... Having someone there, to take care of him and cheer him on. Someone who's like a friend, but more.

Maybe not right now he will look for something extremely serious with someone, since the thought of commitment scares him a bit while he still has to focus on his career, but sure perhaps someone will be open enough to guide him a bit on discovering things he finds pleasing.

So with a more determined expression, Jeongguk nods to his brother with a smile.

It's about time he starts to live and pass his limits a bit.

If everyone else can do it, why not him?

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A/N:

I'm thinking about doing something next chapter....

But I'm not sure....

No not the club scene yet but something else before it.

Hm..... Wait.... Now thinking about it....

I mean would it be too soon?.... Hmm...

Actually it would make sense.... Actually... Yeah.... Yeah I'll write it.

I got it :)

I PURPLE YOU! <3