Jungkook makes a contented sigh after sipping his dark hot coffee for the morning. The brown-black liquid flowing through his throat down to his stomach, leaving a hot, comforting feeling for his drowsy state. It really helped boost his system and he needed this for his tired body.

Tired because of staying up late last night.

After Taehyung slammed his door at Jungkook's face, the latter reluctantly went back to his own space, forgetting the reason why he was heading out at the first place. He didn't do anything, just slumped down on his bed and stared at the ceiling for a long time, not knowing what time did he fell asleep.

His mind kept forming that beautiful face of his neighbor. They just met not that long ago but he felt like memorizing Taehyung's face right away. He never actually forgot the brunette's face, but he wants to remember every bit of a detail this time.

Now that the brunette's back in his life again, he'll try to enter Taehyung's life also, just like the good old days. He wants to bring those back again.

But first, of course, Jungkook needs to apologize. He needs Taehyung's forgiveness for him to be with the brunette again.

Jungkook missed him so much. Seeing Taehyung after so many years, he had this very strong urge of pulling the brunette in and hug the living daylights out of him. He wanted to kiss those plush lips so badly and touch him.

Jungkook leans back to his swivel chair in his office and closes his eyes. He's not in the mood to sign papers yet, let it be done later. Right now, he'll indulge himself at the latest memory he has of the person in his mind all this time.

He was into deep thinking when there's a sudden knock on his door. He groans in protest and straightens up, and mutters a soft 'come in'.

The door opens and in walks his secretary, Seungkwan.

The secretary greeted him and starts saying something.

"Sir, today's the submission of scholarship application forms for the upcoming semester in Seoul University. We have more applicants compared last year, should we continue your idea for the program?"

Jungkook thinks about it for a while. Over the past 2 years of being a businessman, he had engaged in this charity program of the said school. In a matter of a year, his chain of companies became well known in South Korea, and he had gained a lot of wealth.

He thought of sharing some of his blessings into a charity, and somehow ended up building a partnership with Seoul University to give scholarships to the less privileged kids. The university still held quizbees for the students and Jungkook is one of the benefactors who provides for the school.

Out of all charity works, he chose this one. His past self didn't even imagine doing this when he's older, but he guessed that there's a certain someone who reminds him of it. He enjoys doing it though, and it makes him feel satisfied every time he sees the smiles of the deserving students.

For a long time, they only give scholarships to smart and genius students through quizbee. This time, Jungkook wants to add some spice to it.

He thinks of accepting students with talents; singing, acting, dancing, etc. He would still give the quiz bee but because they have more applicants this year, he will add more opportunities and maybe hold auditions. If they can pass the judges, then they can study in Seoul University.

One more thing, he had heard from Yoongi that their company is in search of trainees, so why not extend his partnership with them? The kids can have the opportunity to be a trainee and an idol in the making.

Jungkook grins at the idea and nods his head. He will talk to Yoongi for approval, and propose the project to the Seoul University. He's sure the CEO of BigHit will agree--

The raven head frowns suddenly. There's a sudden realization that made him groan quietly and furrowed his brows, not even minding Seungkwan's concerned looks.

"Sir?" Seungkwan's worried tone made Jungkook snap from his thoughts.

"Yeah?"

"So, what can you say about the plan?"

"Oh." Jungkook pauses for a while. "I'll think about it more. I still need to talk to Mr. Kim and the Chairperson of the school. In the meantime, just gather the application forms and we'll sort it out if the gentlemen will approve."

"Yes sir." Seungkwan nods his head, putting into memory what his boss had just instructed. With a goodbye, he goes out of the office, leaving Jungkook alone in his thoughts again.

The raven head slumps down on his chair.

He forgot that BigHit's CEO is new. He fuckin forgot that it's Taehyung who he'll be working with if this project continues. And from the looks of it, the brunette doesn't even give a damn to him anymore. What more for agreeing to something with Jungkook?

It all depends on Taehyung.

But on the bright side, maybe he can be closer again to the brunette. Maybe he can explain himself and things will get clearer now. Maybe he'll get Taehyung back this time.

After a lot of thinking, Jungkook finishes his mildly hot coffee in one shot and starts to work, feeling more alive than the other days. He feels fueled up, not sure if its because of the coffee or the thought of the brunette. He suddenly feels he have a much better purpose in life. Today, he'll talk to Taehyung.

+++

Jungkook walks slowly inside the BigHit building towards the CEO's office door, his feet making hesitant steps. In his hands are papers lent to him by Yoongi to give to Taehyung for checking and signing. He curses under his breath.

He's supposed to be talking to the CEO with Yoongi by his side, with the oldest knowing very well Taehyung and Jungkook's situation. The pale hyung should be there just so someone could ease the tension or to talk if Taehyung doesn't want to talk with the raven head. But no, Yoongi is having another date with Jimin tonight and that his Jiminie will get mad if he can't come.

'You're a grown up kid, and you're just talking to the CEO. Oh and please give these to Taehyung. He knows what to do with these.'

Jungkook scoffs and glares at the papers in his hands.

A little while after, the door to the office comes to sight and Jungkook gets ready. He can hear the loud thrumming of his heart.

This is Taehyung he'll be facing again.

Jungkook knocks twice and soon after, a 'come in' is heard from the other side.

He opens the door and is greeted with the man he's been thinking since last night, sitting on his swivel chair and probably reading some newly written songs.

"Do you have it, hyu-" Taehyung stops after taking a look at his visitor.

"Mr. Kim." Jungkook greeted.

Taehyung's face becomes stoic. "I was expecting Yoongi hyung."

The raven head clears his throat and gives an uncertain look at Taehyung's face. "He's meeting with Jimin hyung today. But I brought his papers with me."

Jungkook moves closer to the brunette and places the papers on the table, Taehyung just watches silently all the while.

"Is this all?" Taehyung picks up the papers, scanning through the pages. "If there's nothing more, you can leave now."

"Actually there's something I have to talk to you about."

"Hurry up, I'm busy."

Jungkook furrows his brows. He still stares at Taehyung's face being expressionless. Not that much has changed, the brunette just improved especially in looks really. Jungkook just can't get over how beautiful this man is in front of him.

The man doesn't wear glasses anymore though. And he never smiles at Jungkook anymore. Not even giving his adorable heart eyes back in highschool.

"You don't wear glasses anymore." The raven head blurted out.

It's Taehyung's turn to furrow his brows. "What's it to you?"

"I just missed you wearing your glasses."

Taehyung grits his teeth this time. "Aren't you busy with your business?" He asks in a calm tone.

"I'm also busy, but I made time to talk to you." Jungkook sighs. "Actually, if I have spare time, I help Yoongi hyung with some of the songs. Remember when we were younger? We always talk about our dreams about music and-"

"I'm not interested to listen. What's your point, Mr. Jeon?"

Jungkook stares at the brunette in awe from being cut off from his words. Then he breathes in and out air. "C-can we talk about us, Tae?"

If Taehyung is indifferent awhile ago, now he looks pissed, but he managed to laugh humorlessly, like he's mocking the raven head. And through gritted teeth, he says, "There's no us in the first place."

That pinched Jungkook's heart. "Tae-"

"Mr. Jeon, I'm busy. If you won't stop talking nonsense then I believe you should leave now." Taehyung said, dismissing the raven head and moves to go back to his work.

Jungkook sighs defeatedly. Maybe not now.

"Okay okay. But I really have to talk to you about something."

"If it's another rubbish, then shut it."

Jungkook disregards the aching feeling at the way Taehyung claims their past as rubbish, and now goes straight to his point.

"You see, I have this charity project done every year. The launching will be next week and I have something to propose to you. I need your partnership, Mr. Kim." Jungkook states now adding the honorific.

Taehyung raised an eyebrow. "Oh? You in a charity project?" Then he scoffs. "Why would you need me?"

Jungkook still ignores the way Taehyung reacted to that.

"I've been one of the sponsors of the Seoul University's scholarship program for over 2 years now. And this year, we thought about giving more scholarships not just through quizbees, but also through auditions of talent."

Taehyung turns his head again to directly face Jungkook. There's a troubled look in his eyes, Jungkook certainly saw it. But it disappears in a blink of an eye.

"Seoul University?"

"Yes."

Taehyung nods after. Jungkook is sure Taehyung will agree since the brunette had always the kindest of heart. And the man had gone through that experience and he can feel the students' struggle for a scholarship.

"So what do you want me to do, Mr. Jeon?" His serious face is back again.

"I heard your company is in need of trainees, so I thought of making the talented students be trainees at your company, as well as receive a scholarship for a two year course once they pass the audition. Just like the quizbee, we could only accept three passers." Jungkook explains.

Taehyung is silent, obviously contemplating. "How are you sure I will agree to this?"

Jungkook's eye twitched, he is confused. "W-why? You don't like it?"

"I have so much work to do, and I can't be sure to agree working with you." Taehyung answers nonchalantly and shrugs his shoulders.

The raven head gulps. "Why?" He asks again. "Is it because of the past-"

"Don't bring the past into our conversation, Mr. Jeon. I already told you to stop talking rubbish." Taehyung's piercing glare is back once again.

"Then why? We can help some students to reach their dreams, Mr. Kim. I know you want this also. You yourself know the feeling-"

Taehyung slams his left palm against the table surface and that silenced Jungkook, making the latter slightly shocked at the action.

"You know nothing about my feelings, Mr. Jeon." The brunette said in a quiet, deep voice. His eyes, that have barely contained emotions underneath, are burning through Jungkook.

Jungkook opens his mouth to say something, but nothing comes out. What will he say? Everything that comes out of his mouth makes Taehyung pissed, so he better shut up. Great, you ruined it.

"Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go back to work." Taehyung mutters now looking on to the papers he brought.

Jungkook is hesitant to leave, but goes out of the room evetually. He felt like talking more to Taehyung and explain himself. But what can he do? Maybe I should just leave it for awhile.