【 Jungkook 】

Once your weighty eyelids slowly began to flutter open, a rather groggy hum escaped past your lips as your blurry eyes needed a moment to adjust to their surroundings— only to bewilderedly come to the realization that you no longer were inside the staff break-room at work, but rather, laid in a hospital bed connected to a beeping monitor, an oxygen mask and an IV drip. The last you could remember was squirming in agony on the floor as your colleague hurriedly called for an ambulance, all while a certain ghost she obviously couldn't see in the meantime tried his best to assure you everything was going to be okay; yet after what then had felt like the mere blink of an eye, you now found yourself waking up over here.

Unlike earlier, the excruciating pain had now thankfully faded into a dull ache which mainly just felt indescribably uncomfortable more than anything, and as you somewhat drowsily glanced around the room— or at least what you could see of it thanks to the privacy curtain, you were quickly able to spot ghostie nervously pacing around at the foot of your bed as well as both of your older brother's whom were sat by your bedside mostly in silence

The slight movement quickly ended up catching their attention as they practically bounced off of their seats to check on you, thus also catching the attention of a certain entity whom finally stopped his pacing and hurried over with a relieved smile, uttering out a gentle ''Everything is okay now, don't worry'' as he looked down at you— though his words nearly made you have to fight the urge to giggle as you couldn't help but think how it had sounded more like he was reassuring himself rather than you just now.

Jin: Hey there buddy, you're okay now...

A faint smile crept onto your lips as Jin reached over to gently caress your head, and Yoongi flashed you a relieved smile before letting out a ''I'll go fetch Dr.Lim'' and quickly making his way out of the room to alert the doctor of your consciousness. It didn't take all too long before he came back accompanied by whom you presumed to be Dr.Lim whom flashed you a friendly smile before having a quick glance at your chart

Dr.Lim: Glad to see you've come to Mr.Jeon, how are you feeling?

There was a short pause as you took a moment to find an answer for her, smiling sheepishly before clearing your raspy throat to answer

Jungkook: Better than earlier for sure... Though admittedly quite groggy, a bit nauseous, and mostly confused— what happened?

Dr.Lim: The grogginess and nausea are to be expected after anesthesia but don't worry, it should wear off within a few hours. Do you remember anything at all from earlier today?

You shook your head slowly, uttering out a faint ''Last I can recall was that my colleague was calling an ambulance for me...'' which earned an acknowledging nod from the woman

Dr.Lim: We were told you had already passed out by the time the paramedics got there, and you would fade in and out of consciousness on your way here so it's understandable that you can't recall what happened after that...

She hummed softly while taking another quick glance at your chart so that she could walk you through what had happened properly

Dr.Lim: We were able to confirm that it was your appendix which had burst fairly quickly, so you were almost immediately rushed off to emergency surgery upon arrival. The good news is, the surgery went smoothly and while you may feel some pain and discomfort in the area, we're quite certain you'll make a swift recovery.

Relieved sighs could instantly be heard from your brothers whom technically already knew of this— though evidently, the positive news did no harm in being repeated a second time. A soft huff escaped past your lips as you mumbled out a barely audible ''So ghostie was right'' whilst subtly glancing over at the male whom now bore an expression that practically screamed "I told you so" nearly urging your to roll your eyes before returning your full attention back to the doctor

Dr.Lim: We'll be keeping you here for at least two days just to ensure there are no post-op complications, but if all seems well then you'll be allowed to go back home under the condition that you refrain from any straining activity for two weeks.

Her strict instructions caused your eyes to widen slightly as you instinctively tried to sit up, only to fall back whilst wincing softly at the sudden movement your still weak body didn't quite appreciate.

Jungkook: About that... Are the two full weeks a must? I'm sure I'll be fine as long as I take some painkillers, I have a job to get to— or well, three to be exact...

A bitter smile pulled at your lips while you muttered out a soft ''If I'm not already fired from one of them after the scene I caused today'' before sighing softly, suddenly feeling a surge of stress and anxiety rush through you at the mere thought of the mess ahead of you.

Dr.Lim: I'm sorry but we strongly advise against that, going straight back to work puts you at a high risk of post-op complications and infection or inflammation of the surgical site, even if you were to try and take it easy the risk is still there. It's best that you give yourself proper time to heal or else those two weeks may just double.

Another defeated sigh left your lips as you nodded slowly in acknowledgment while Yoongi oh so graciously helped you adjust the bed through the controller so that you safely could sit up this time, and after quickly filling you in on a few more details in regard to your treatment plan, she took her leave as she appeared to have been paged by someone.

Once Dr.Lim had left the room, your brothers both turned toward you with worried expressions accompanied by apologetic smiles

Jin: You know we can't help but side with Dr.Lim here Gguk, you really can't rush back to work instantly after something like this...

Yoongi: Gguk you really need to take it easy, we're proud of you for being so hardworking and responsible but don't let it get to a point where it puts your own health and well-being at risk...

A subtle pout formed on your lips as you lowered your head whilst anxiously fidgeting with the material of the bedsheet, knowing perfectly well they were right, yet feeling unable to relax since this meant you'd not only have to call all your bosses to let them know of your situation— which would be an unpredictable mess within itself, but also knowing the fact that you were short on money since the last of your previous salary had gone to that final installment you had made to your so-called parents along with the announcement of finally cutting ties with them; thus meaning, this next salary would've been crucial for ensuring your rent and bills could be paid on time so that your landlord wouldn't kick you out at the end of the month— the old man had never been the patient type after all and wouldn't shy away from eviction notices if you couldn't pay up on time.

Yoongi: Hey talk to us buddy, I can tell somethings weighing on your heart... Listen, we all know acute appendicitis doesn't appear at the snap of a finger— the signs something was wrong must've been there at least a few days prior, no?

Jungkook: Well... yes, but I just—... thought it was those meals you always nag me about combined with drinking a bit too much on an empty stomach the night prior that finally revealed its consequences...

Yoongi: So then why didn't you—...

There was a brief moment of silence as he chose not to finish his sentence before you slowly proceeded to raise your gaze to look up at them, fists clenching around the sheets as you anxiously nibbled at your bottom lip; feeling hesitant about what to say since going into specifics of your situation would put their relationship with your parents at high risk of being ruined, and the last thing you wanted was for them to feel guilty about the selfish acts of your parents which they had no clue nor control over.

Jin: We're just trying to understand you sweetie... You have 3 jobs, and very clearly spend the bare minimum on yourself, yet even so you're barely making ends meet and now it's gotten to a point where you'd risk your own health just to keep on working— just what is it that you're not telling us? You don't have any loan sharks threatening you or some uncollected gambling debt, right?

Jungkook: W-what, no— I'd never borrow money illegally nor would I ever gamble!

He reached over and held your hand before giving it a gentle but reassuring squeeze, uttering out a soft ''We know you wouldn't, we're just worried about you'' which earned a subtle acknowledging nod from you.

Jungkook: I know it makes no sense but I... have other reasons for being in the situation I am in. I just— don't feel comfortable talking about the specifics right now... But again I promise it's nothing illegal...

Jin: That's okay, we won't pressure you Ggukie— just remember, you can always talk to us about anything free of judgment.

Yet another silence momentarily filled the room before you finally whispered out a soft ''I know... But h-hyung... what do I do? There's no way they'll grant me 2 weeks off so suddenly, and I really c-can't afford getting fired...'', lowering your gaze defeatedly once again which instantly made their gazes soften even more

Yoongi: Oh baby bun... We'll figure something out I promise. Let's just take it one day at a time for now, you're only human— getting sick is not your fault, and any workplace that would dare to suggest otherwise is not worth working for.

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