"There are no words to describe how amazing you are," Taehyung uttered, although his eyes conveyed the fondness of his words stronger. He heaved him to his feet, pushing a wet strand of hair behind his ear. He truly couldn't believe how amazing he was. Not only because sex with him was completely mind-blowing, but mostly because of the intense feelings the younger caused him to experience for the first time in his life.

"Am I really that good in sex?"

"Well, you're really, really, really good at that, but I meant like in general. You amaze me more and more every day." He drew a sugary kiss on his forehead and then pulled out the plug to drain the water.

The younger giggled shyly at his words, and they began showering together, washing each other's hair and upper bodies. It was more of a cute moment rather than a steamy one, both of them giggling and enjoying it to the fullest.

Once they finished, they went to Jeongguk's room to get dressed. "Do you wanna order something to eat?"

"Yes, I'm starving," Taehyung said dramatically as he rubbed his belly, evoking a blaze of laughter from him.

"You're such a dork!" he said through his laugh and pounced on him, fastening his arms around his nape.

Taehyung let out a puff of air from the impact, but he was quick enough to wrap his arms around his waist and support him. "You're so cute," he said and pecked his lips multiple times, both smiling between each kiss.

"Let's go downstairs."

"Do you wanna put a movie as we wait for the food?" Taehyung linked their hands, and they strolled down the stairs.

"Yeah. What do you prefer? Some comedy or action or—"

"Hey, boys," Mirae greeted with a sly smile, eyeing the two now shocked boys.

"Mom, w-why are you h-here so early?"

"I got off work earlier today because I've been going earlier for some time now. Taehyung, it's good to see you."

"It's good to see you too, Mirae," he responded with an uneasy smile.

"I see you two took a shower."

"Um, yeah, um—" Jeongguk's stutter was drowned into Mirae's amused chuckle.

"Did you by any chance take a shower together?"

"Mom!" he whined as he hid his face in his hands, feeling his embarrassment go through the roof.

"What? I just asked a question," she snickered.

"Mirae," Taehyung began with a low voice as he approached her and hesitantly sat next to her. "I like your son. I know I'm older and his teacher, but I grew fond of him and I'm attached to him. So I'm asking you to please understand me and not oppose this relationship. I promise you that my feelings for Jeongguk are genuine."

Mirae chuckled fondly. "Sweetie, you're such a nice and kind person. I can tell that your intentions for my son aren't bad. And I wouldn't oppose something that makes my son this happy." She twisted her head to gaze at her son with a warm smile. "He's been different for a while, and he wouldn't tell me why. Now I know."

"Thank you, Mirae." Taehyung sighed in relief, feeling as if an immense weight were lifted off his chest.

"Mom," Jeongguk whispered and scurried closer to perch next to her. "You're the best mom in the world." He flashed her a beam and sneaked into her embrace.

"Are you happy with Taehyung, Kookie?"

"I am."

"Good. You better treat him right, Taehyung."

"Yes, Mirae, I promise."

"I know you will. I just had to say it."

"Mom, stop scaring him off," Jeongguk mumbled with a pouty face, nudging her shoulder.

"No, don't listen to him, Mirae. You can say anything to me."

"Okay, okay." She chuckled. "What were you up to before my sudden appearance?"

"We were ready to order something to eat and watch a movie."

"I can make you something to eat. How about japchae?"

"Are you sure? Aren't you tired?" Taehyung asked, concerned.

"No, don't worry. I'm a little hungry too, so why not?"

"Thank you, mom!"

"I'll call you when it's ready," Mirae said and retreated to the kitchen.

The two boys looked at each other and broke into soft chuckles. "Your mom is amazing, just like you." Taehyung tucked him into his hug.

"She's more amazing." Jeongguk encircled his waist with his arms and squeezed him.

"Okay, maybe a little."

"Yah, you're not supposed to agree with me in this!" Jeongguk grumbled as he slapped his shoulder lightly.

"Your mother approves our relationship, Kook. That's really important." He cupped his smooth cheeks and drew a kiss on his forehead.

"Yeah, but I like you back. If I didn't like you back, there wouldn't even be this relationship that she approves!"

"How can I argue with that?" Taehyung chuckled and enclosed him in his arms once more. He painted loving kisses on the side of his head, feeling the younger melt against him. "By the way, why were you sleeping today when I came to pick you up?"

"I came home late last night and I forgot to set an alarm. We went for a beer with Namjoon after eating and we lost track of time."

"You didn't text or called me at all." His complaint was well defined in his quiet voice and sulky face.

"I know, but I was thinking about you. Doesn't that count?" Jeongguk teased and received a few shakes of his head, the pout on his lips getting deeper. "You're so cute, Tae." He snatched his cheeks and squashed them on repeat.

"You guys are so adorable," Mirae cooed; she had been spectating the scene for a while now without making her presence known.

"Mom!" Jeongguk whined, scooting slightly away from the older.

"Don't be so embarrassed." She tsked with an impish eye roll. "Did you pick a movie?"

"Um, no, we were about to do that."

"I bet you were," Mirae taunted, sending a wry face to her son, and returned to the kitchen.

"Why are you so embarrassed?"

"I don't know. It's just uncomfortable being intimate with you in front of her."

"Well, I wouldn't know. I never brought anyone for my parents to meet."

"I remember you saying that you don't get along with them."

"Yeah, we never did. I'm so used to it that it doesn't even affect me now."

Jeongguk stayed silent for a spell as he maintained eye contact. "You have me now. And my mom. She's already treating you like her son too."

"I don't need anything else then." Taehyung cracked a smile, caressing the crown of his cheek with a knuckle. "You're so beautiful, Kook." He effaced the gap between them and claimed his lips in a short kiss.

"You're more." He stole another kiss, and they continued searching for something to watch until they eventually found a comedy plus action movie that seemed good.

After some time, Mirae informed them that the food was ready, and they helped her set the table. They decided to eat in the living room so they could watch the movie too.

"Your cooking makes me want to live here forever," Taehyung commented after his first bite, and Mirae cackled at his words.

"I'm really glad you like it. And you're welcomed here to eat anytime you want."

     
After finishing their food, they watched the rest of the movie, laughing here and there at some scenes and chatting vaguely about it.

Taehyung sensed a weight on his shoulder an hour later and glanced sideways, only to see Jeongguk huddled up into a ball next to him with his head resting on his shoulder, his eyes softly shut, and light snores passing through his parted lips. A fond smile burst onto his face at the endearing sight, and he stroked his cheek with a delicate move, not wanting to wake him up.

"Did he really fall asleep?" Mirae asked, surprised, and saw Taehyung nodding. "It's not even ten. He never sleeps so early."

"Probably he was tired."

"Do you mind taking him upstairs?"

"Not at all. I'll take him and then I'll come to say goodbye. I'm a little tired too."

"No, you can stay if you want. I'm sure Jeonggukie would want that."

"Thank you, Mirae." Taehyung pulled the boy into his arms as gently as possible and rose to his feet. "Goodnight." He got a sweet smile from her as a goodnight and headed upstairs.

He laid Jeongguk in the bed, astonished as he realized he hadn't woken up in the process. Since he was already wearing comfortable clothes, he didn't bother undressing him and slipped into the bed, pulling the blanket over them. Jeongguk shifted to his side, facing him and giving him a clear view of his gorgeous, cute sleeping face.

He combed his fingers through his hair as he let his eyes rest on him, a delicate smile engraved on his lips. He's so precious. And so so beautiful. He couldn't stop cooing mentally at the endearing boy in front of him. Have I really fallen for you?

His thoughts ran wild in his head, and he couldn't shut them off. That precious boy made him feel things he had never felt before. And he couldn't even find a name for them.

Taehyung's eyes fluttered closed as the tiredness overcame him, but he resumed caressing his head. He felt hands clutch his shirt and a faint hum rang in his ears, stirring him to open his eyes again to check if Jeongguk had woken up. Jeongguk snuggled closer to him, burying his face into his chest, and adorable snores started again soon enough.

Taehyung smiled warmly at his sweet gesture and curled an arm around him, holding him closer. He placed soft kisses on his head, inhaling his enchanting scent, and his eyes shut again, savoring the moment to the core until he drifted off to sleep.

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