in the past, i've done my best to respond to every question, but the good and bad part about this book actually getting popular means that there were simply too many questions for me to answer. i've picked several questions for each category to answer, and i'm sorry that i couldn't respond to every one, but thank you everyone for submitting, and just know that i've read as many as possible if not close to all. i tried to avoid picking the same username multiple times, but there were a few exceptions.

<namjoon>

TaetaesTas: JOON, WHY ARE YOU NOT TRYING TO GET CUSTODY BACK??? YOUR KIDS NEED YOU SO BAD. LOOK AT THEM PLEASE. AND YOU ARE NOT ALONE, OKAY? WE'RE HERE WITH YOU. YOU ARE A GREAT FATHER AND YOUR KIDS NEED YOU. PLEASE DO SOMETHING.

Namjoon: Why haven't I- ... It's not that I don't want all my kids living together with me. I do. I really do. But- I guess I've lived up until this point always taking things into my own hands and ignoring the proper order of things. When I charged into the Song's house to get Jimin back? I don't regret doing it. I'm glad I was able to save Jimin. But what I did- just charging ahead, ignoring the right way of doing it - I put everyone in danger. Not just me. My kids, too. Tae could have been shot. They could have taken Jimin somewhere I'd never find him. I could have been arrested, and then where would that get my kids? I guess what I'm trying to say is that my irresponsibility could cause problems or even endanger my children, and I'm willing to put up with almost anything - separation, even - to make sure that they're safe.

cyutip: I've seemed to notice that all your kids are starting to call you by your real name, and not "dad" or "father". Why are they doing that, and do you know about this?

Namjoon: That's...No, I didn't really know about it...But I guess when we spend so much time apart...It's hard to remind them that I'm their dad when I can't be a father for them. I can't really blame them, but I wish that we could keep our relationship the same as it's always been. That's impossible to hope for, I mean, with everything that's happened, everything that's changed, but...I'll never get tired of being called Dad, and I hope I always live in a manner deserving of the title.

Wolfus: Shouldn't you be more involved in your children's lives? (Btw I love you baby)

Namjoon: ...That's...another hard question...it's not that I don't want to be, it's just that...well, for one, they don't seem to depend on me as much. Their mom takes them to school, and if they're in clubs, she brings them home. She feeds them. Takes care of them. I cherish the time we have together, but when we're apart, it doesn't seem to really affect them. They're not toddlers anymore. I have to trust my kids that, if they ever need me, they know that I'm just a call away. ...I haven't gotten a call yet, but...as long as they know I'm ready for it...

doughnutunicornzzz: Namjoon can you cook?

Namjoon: Hang on a sec, let me check with Lisa- she said no. Actually, she's quarantined the kitchen so I can't get in and burn anything;;;

HiOrLikeHey: Can you go into more detail about what your life was like during the 5 years Jimin was missing?

Namjoon: Honestly, I don't remember a lot from that time. It was like I was living in a haze...I know I must have gotten up, taken the kids to school, gone to my job, all of that - but it was like living on autopilot. It was an exhausting combination of living lifelessly and living in an absolute panic of desperation, thinking every new lead was the one...I'm so thankful that we found Jimin, because I think if I would have lived like that for much longer, I wouldn't have been able to come out of that fugue state.

jenny978: Are you ever gonna tell your kids what you feel for Lisa? Don't you think they're old enough to understand? They aren't kids anymore, you know? Their issues are no longer young so your children have grown to maturely understand what hits them. Namjoon, please wake up.

Namjoon: I guess it's been hard for me to break it to them...whenever I felt ready, there was always some new development in our lives that made me worry about telling them. When they were younger, I guess I didn't want to ruin the image of being a good father by finding a new mother for them. Even with their mom gone, I wanted them to value the traits of loyalty and devotion. But then, when their mom came back into their lives and they began to accept her, I didn't want them to have to choose between the woman who had given birth to them and the woman who treated them as her real children. Now...I think maybe the time is drawing close...it's making me more anxious than it should.

AeriInYourArea: Hey so...I know you may have your reasons, as the money and stuff like that, but I have to tell you something. DO NOT SELL THE HOUSE. It means a lot to your children, as much as it means to you. Yoongi got mad at you because he doesn't feel like you are fighting for them, he feels like you gave up on your family, and I can tell you that it feels like ****, so...Why the **** are you REALLY selling the house?

Namjoon: I'm not- selling the house has nothing to do with how I feel about- Look, our financial situation has been grim for a long time. It's not that I wanted to sell the house, but if I wanted to be able to make sure they had new clothing for the next year (especially Jungkook - if that kid doesn't stop growing, I'm cutting clothes out of the curtains)...It was going to be a devastating loss for all of us, but it's thanks to Lisa moving in that we were able to keep the house. Still, one day in the future, I know we'll part with it. I'm just glad it hasn't happened yet.

<namjoon's ex-wife>

_picasso_uwu: What's keeping you from leaving your husband? You left your former family so easily, yet you can't leave your so-called "husband" even though he's probably abusing you as well?

Ex-Wife: It's not that easy...I can't support my children without him. If I left, I would have no house and no money, as it would remain with him. With his position, he could ruin my reputation and have me blacklisted so I wouldn't be able to find employment to support my children. And...the...abuse...it's...it's complicated. It doesn't make sense if I explain it, but...you feel trapped, scared, scared even to run because you know it will be worse if you're caught.

jucejucejuce: What would you do if you were in Namjoon's position?

Ex-Wife: I...I know I would hold a grudge against him, both for leaving our family and for leaving me. Marriage is supposed to be the ultimate stage of a relationship, when your happiness - and your problems - are shared, and to have someone walk out and break the closest connection you can have with a person...I understand why he tried to keep me out of their lives, and I probably would have done the same. Once we've been hurt, it's hard to allow ourselves to be vulnerable again. But Namjoon is a better person than I am, and he allowed me the opportunity to connect with my children again, and no matter our differences, I will always be grateful to him for that.

V_Kookie97: Do you know your husband is verbally abusing your CHILDREN?

Ex-Wife: ...I know...he can be a bit strong-willed...and I've tried to talk to him about it...he's not very open-minded...it's just that he's never had children of his own, he's used to dealing with adults or subordinates who do as he says, and he has a hard time dealing with rebellious children who don't always follow his expectations.

lunaisconfused: Do you think your actually husband is a good guy and that your kids are getting 'better'?

Ex-Wife: I...I think my husband is good at his job...and I think he's made his career the focus of his life instead of himself as a person. I think he's had it rough, since he himself grew up underneath a father with strict expectations and demands of him, and I think he finds it hard to change the person he's been hardwired to be. And I don't know...high school is a difficult time for kids. For every old conflict resolved, there's a new one just unwrapped. I just need them to know that I'll always be here to support them.

SilenceMet: Are you happy? I'm not asking this to say that you are a terrible person or whatever, I just genuinely want you to reflect on your life. I'll be honest and say I don't necessarily like you or agree with many of your choices, but that doesn't mean I want you to suffer either. I get that you might be worried about leaving your husband because he's the main source of income and you might just be afraid of him but you should know you can be independent and support your kids all on your own. There are systems set up that help single mothers and especially those that come from abusive situations (whether or not you want to admit this part is up to you but you can't lie forever). It may be tough initially, heck that's almost guaranteed, but it'll get better and you'll become stronger for it. I'm sure Namjoon wouldn't mind helping with the kids either, and I doubt he'd rip them away from you at this point considering he wouldn't want to hurt them like that either. I'd also like to thank you for never letting any physical harm get to your kids. They may not be the best off with all the verbal abuse, but at least you never let them get physically hurt by your husband. So thank you and I wish you the best, for both your sake and theirs.

Ex-Wife: I'm...content. I don't think I've really known happiness since I made the decision to tear apart my own family, but I feel fulfilled through my children. And thank you for your support, but...I can't- it's just, maybe I'm scared to leave. And I know Namjoon is always there, but I want to use the second chance he gave me to show that I'm capable of raising his- our - children.

<lisa>

Kaidin_Yeazel: CONGRATULATIONS!! I'm so happy for you! Oof! Okay any way, how are you dealing with the custody thing? I know you also love the boys like your own (which is an amazing thing) so it must hurt you that they have to be apart! Do you think Namjoon should have full custody of his kids again, or do you think this joint custody things a good idea?

Lisa: Having the boys apart is hard, but we try to make the most of the time we have together. And I personally don't think she should have gotten custody in the first place, but what's done is done, so it's up to us to make the best of it. I don't want the kids to be hurt any more than they already are, so however we can minimize their pain...

taeologies: Hey Lisa, idk but personally I would say Namjoon isn't ready, not yet you see he isn't ready to date or open up about it so I think you should sort of forget him, let him break up

Lisa: That's...While you may know about my relationship with Namjoon, it's a private relationship between him and myself, and any decisions will be made by the two of us. I appreciate your concern for his well-being, but I won't be forcing Namjoon into anything he isn't ready to deal with. I think I sort of forced my feelings on him awhile back, and while I'm grateful that he eventually reciprocated them, I'm not sure that my actions were correct.

COOKIESEOK: Hello yes I love you please tell Namjoon that I said he's kinda dense

Lisa: Oh, trust me, he knows.

seavast: Do you ever want kids of your own? You seem like  you would make the most amazing mother really

Lisa: I actually, um, this is really personal and I haven't discussed it with Namjoon so please don't bring it up, but I can't have children of my own, so...being accepted in the Kim family was a real blessing to me.

SheridynAldan: How do you feel about Namjoon not telling the kids about you and him "dating?" Do you think they'll be fine about it or shut both you and Namjoon out?

Lisa: I know Namjoon had his reasons. Almost everything he does is done in the purpose of protecting his kids, and I can't find fault with that. But, I wish that he would be more open about it, just with his family, because I haven't had much family of my own since Mark started his own family and became preoccupied with that...And I think that it's only natural for them to be a little bit upset, especially now that their mom is back in their lives, but I also don't think that it would be healthy for her and Namjoon to rekindle their relationship, so I hope the kids will come to accept me, if not as their mother than simply as someone their father can cherish since he's spent his whole life thinking about them and not himself.

anonymous: Joshua thought you were Yoongi's girlfriend...

Lisa: HA no.

Winter-And-Summer: Who's your favorite kid of Namjoon's? 👀

Lisa: Favorite? Psh, I'm not supposed to pick favori- although I do have a soft spot for Yoongi.

thebukwormz: Have you ever been tired of waiting? Can you describe how much you love his kids? Why do you stay? How long will you be able to hold on? What drives you to try so much? When Namjoon says that "Officer Lisa is here" does that hurt? Have you noticed how broken the kids have been since they were separated?

Lisa: Waiting on someone is better than waiting on no one, I guess, and as long as I know that Namjoon cares for me and makes time for me, I'm happy enough. And I do really love the Kim family. Some people think that I don't deserve to have a relationship with the boys, but I've watched them grow up for the past ten years. It's hard to not form a connection. And I wish I could say I'll hold on as long as it takes, but...I'll try to keep holding on. I guess I'm motivated by the love I feel. Not just romantic love, familial love. I haven't had many close relationships in my life, and...it's nice. To not be alone. And I know why Namjoon did it but to be honest, yes, it hurt a little bit. But he's still the most decent man around, so I'll survive. And about the kids...it's somewhat hard to tell. Hobi and Yoongi especially have this way of putting on airs so that nobody will know that they're hurting, and it can be hard to see through that. Jimin's a little easier, but he's not the little boy he used to be, either. He's growing up, growing bigger and stronger, physically and emotionally, and he's building up walls that didn't use to be there.

<step-father>

-_taehyungie_-: Have you ever considered that simply yelling at "your" children will never do them any good? If you don't want to "waste" money trying to help Jimin overcome his speech impediment, why did you take him in the first place? Why didn't you leave him with the family he belongs with instead of tearing an entire family in half? I appreciate the fact that you work hard as a businessman to support your family, but have you actually ever tried to emotionally help them yourself?

Step-Father: They have their mother for emotional support. My job is to support them financially. And psychologically-induced problems like stuttering should be fixed by the person themselves. Jimin isn't strong enough to overcome it, and me babying him isn't going to fix that. As for why I took them in? We couldn't have a child of our own. She wanted children, hers or a new one or any really, and I got tired of hearing her crying about it at night.

AngelAudreyCia: Do you have a dark past that fueled your coldness and cruelty? Because monsters aren't born but created. Do you even love your wife?

Step-Father: Dark past? What is this, a movie drama? Whoever I am, I made myself this way. Only the strong survive, and I intend to survive. And we never had a relationship of love but rather mutual benefits. I needed a wife who understood my priorities and let me work to accomplish them, and she needed someone to make herself feel, I don't know, needed or wanted or something.

Burnt_chicken_tender: How did you and Namjoon's ex-wife meet? Did you know she was married?

Step-Father: She was a secretary at the company I worked for, and we would often end up working late together. I don't recall if I knew she was married. She certainly didn't make it clear that she was. I don't go out of my way to pursue married women. Many people assume I've had affairs while with my wife, but I have not. Relationships, emotions, sexual drive - they hold little reward or desire for me. They are instead distractions. And my father, also a businessman who encouraged me to follow in his footsteps, only took one wife. He never had an affair. He didn't love her very much either, but he didn't cheat on her.

_Skylight__: I am sure 120296279% that you are sleeping with some woman..... WHO IS SHE???!!!

Step-Father: She doesn't exist.

jjwminie: Hey, I know that the people from the party (the business men) having knowledge of your children's complications will affect your business opportunities and ruin your first impact, but why bring them in the first place? Knowing that if they slip up, it'll basically ruin everything. And do you love your wife? And do you love Yoongi, Hoseok, and Jimin? Do you treat them as your own?

Step-Father: Appearances are everything. It's far easier to simply instruct a child to be quiet than to invest the time in raising a perfect heir. At the same time, if they ever decided to follow in my footsteps, not that I would force them to like my father did to me, those events are a good way to make first impressions and ground-level connections. I've already discussed my relationship with my wife. As for the children, there is something to be gained from them, but I feel no love for them. They are not my own, nor do they show any indication of wanting to succeed at anything. I've never had children so I don't know how I would treat them.

<jin>

taeOOFtae: Would you go back in time to when you were 12 again to help Jimin with his English? Btw Jin, you are such a precious human being and you deserve all the cuddles in the world. I love cuddles so I'm always here if you need me!💖

Jin: Hahaha, I'm not very good with English either so ;;; and thank you, although I'm trying to become a better brother and son so I won't need as much support from others.

cocotheshiper: Jin your siblings want you back. Jin think about it I understand Jooheon ditched you for Jimin but they love and need you.

Jin: Jooheon didn't ditch me for Jimin. I pushed Jooheon away, and he knew that I was just being stupid, and since I was pushing my own brothers away as well, Jooheon stepped in to watch over them. ... He's a good guy. And I hope we'll eventually be friends again. But I understand if he doesn't want to.

cheolology: Do you hate or dislike Jooheon for yelling at you? Do you think you and Jooheon will make up? When do you plan on quitting football if you ever want to? Please be safe and MAKE SOME TIME FOR YOUR FAMILY!! With all love ❤❤❤~Solyoon

Jin: Not really. I think it was something I needed to hear. I hope we can make up...although I did push Jooheon aside and sort of leave him to fend for himself. I did finally quit football...and it was with mixed emotions. I know I was being inconsiderate to my family, and I know everyone thinks that my teammates weren't good friends, but...I liked being apart of something. And maybe they weren't friends like Jooheon who would sacrifice things for my happiness, but...I enjoyed having friends, just casual people I could say hi to. I sort of miss that. And I know, I quit football and gave up on the scholarship so I'll probably be working and staying at home this next year. Plenty of time to hang out with my family.

sayaminie_: Why didn't you revisit Jhope in the hospital?

Jin: I just...Yoongi sort of made it clear that I wasn't welcome. It kind of stunned me, but...Look, I made some decisions I'm not happy with, but I'm going to try to make up for it. Somehow. Although I know I really hurt Hobi and...seeing Hobi upset is just the absolute worst, I can't take it. I'm sad to know that it's my fault.

Xannah14: Where is the Jin that always took care of his brothers, the one that made pasta every night for his family when Jimin was gone even if the pasta didn't have enough salt, where's the Jin who would take care of Lala a flower for years, who wouldn't allow it to suffocate in the car?

Jin: He grew up.

<yoongi>

turtleyoon: Yoongi, what did you hear when eavesdropping with Woozi?

Yoongi: Secrets secrets are so fun when you don't tell anyone ;)

mochitsh: Yoongi we love you and don't be so harsh on yourself, you're not perfect but after all, no one is perfect. Stay strong through everything and be yourself kay? You're not alone.

Yoongi: WHO SAYS WHO SAYS YOU'RE NOT PERFECT WHO SAYS YOU'RE NOT WORTH IT- Oh, sorry, were you being serious? Number one, I know I'm not perfect. Number two, I'm never going to be perfect. Number three, my life is a mess but it's fine, all I need is some motivational "be yourself and stay strong" to get me through it. Let's be real - it's life. I need more than empty platitudes.

marshmalla-BTS: Do you have a crush on Woozi?

Yoongi: No? Who the frick is Woozi?

huntressBianca247: I'm getting you a Kumamon fan. And Hobi didn't mean it okay? And remember "Heroes don't cry because they are weak. They cry because they've been strong for too long." You are a hero Yoongi. Don't forget that.

Yoongi: I knew I was the hero of this story. "Side character" my ass.

messybunsandbooks: Hey Yoongles!! 💖💖Hope you're feeling better about everything in your diary even though it only seems to get worse! Wait, scratch that, not diary. Anyways, love you! Also, though, are you mad that you always get in trouble or is it just a normal thing now? I have an extra Kumamon plushy you can have if you'd like!💖✨🤗💓

Yoongi: . . . how do you know about my diary? Let me rephrase that - who do I have to kill?

<hobi>

jjangjjangbaby: Hobi how are you right now with Wonpil? Everything good? Remember you're a precious human being and your brothers would always be there for you no matter how many times you screw up and tell them to leave you alone, they'd still be there

Hobi: I'm good with Wonpil! I'm really glad he came to the dance because I hadn't seen him in forever. I missed him a lot, but he reminds me that good friends are worth being lonely for. They can't always be there, but when they are, it's all worth it. And I know, I got lucky. All of my brothers are great. I just hope I'm always at a point in my life where I can go to them for help.

jjwminie: Do you keep in touch with Wonpil? What are your personal opinions on your step-dad?

Hobi: Usually we text back and forth. Lots of memes. And he's... ...um, driven? Straightforward? Focused? I want to be nice about it...but, um, when he insults or degrades Yoongi or Jimin, I get really pissed off. But...I'm sure there's a reason why he is the way he is, I just...I just wish he wouldn't take it out on us. But I appreciate that he's supported us financially, especially when Dad can't afford much with his limited salary and savings.

-Http_Min_Yoongi-: Hobi take care of yourself okay! You're beautiful just the way you are, inside and out. Rest well!

Hobi: Ah um I will try thank you...

ladyruthnii: Hobi! Can I get a hug? I really need one right now..hehe 😂 Hobi take care of yourself okay? Get well soon. Eat well okay? Though Anorexia is no joke you have to do it for yourself, for your Dad and for your brothers. I love you Hobi!💕 I know you don't know me but I really love you 😂Take care of yourself, I love you Hobi! Stay safe and eat well💕😘

Hobi: I always have a hug ready for those in need! And I know, I'm trying to be better about it, and I know my brothers try to monitor how much I'm eating these days. I realize now that starving myself to make Yoongi feel guilty was cruel and just plain mean. It wasn't fair of me to force that onto him. But I'm trying to get better! For myself, and for them. Thank you for your concern!

jiminhasjams7: Aww, my poor baby... 😭I love you SO much, ok? Eat when you can, and don't worry about having a lot of friends. I used to be like you too, until I realized that people were using me. On a happier note, can you teach me how to body roll?😊

Hobi: Using me? I mean...I guess...it's been a long time since then. But I have Wonpil. I don't need any more friends than that. Although I hope I become closer with Jeongyeon too. And I'm afraid you're either born with a body roll or you're not :')

<jimin>

LivvyStarShine: Hey you little mochi, don't let your stepdad discourage you! Don't worry about your speech, you're perfect! A little question though, do you love the way that you are? I hope you do, because I'm sure we all do! Love you, Livie!~❤️

Jimin: Um...I love my family, and my family loves me, so...I don't think that I would change anything about myself, at least, because those parts of me have made me who I am, and they've helped me discern truth from lies. Like...anyone who has bullied me...now I know what kind of people they are, and if I hadn't had my stutter, I might never have known.

TheChildishPotatoxx: Baby you're perfect. I have a friend who has a stuttering problem like you do, and I accept her no matter what. Do you feel being away from your brothers has changed you in any way? I can tell you miss them a lot.

Jimin: Yeah I guess...I used to feel closer to Jungkook and Tae but now...I kind of have this special relationship with Hobi and Yoongi because we've been together through all of this. They know what it was like living there, what Mom was really like...Kookie and Tae don't really understand all of that. They were there that one night, but not for the whole five years. I don't know if it's really a bad thing that we've gotten a little farther apart...we used to be so co-dependent on each other, and I think Dad was scared that we wouldn't learn how to be independent, but I guess we have. ...at the same time, I miss having a room together. Those were simpler times.

sarcasm_is_my_kink: Jiminie~ I just want you to know as someone who has bounced back from severe depression, you got this. You have brothers that believe in you, a mother who loves you, Namjoon who will always love you to the moon and back, and friends who really want what's best for you. Jimin, I know it's hard, but you can get through this. So, with that, I'll ask you: If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Jimin: I know I've been blessed with a great family and really good friends, and I value all of them. As for my superpower...I know I'm supposed to say something like in the movies or anime like "I want to be strong enough to protect everyone I love" but...I guess this is selfish...I want to have true confidence and acceptance in myself. I feel like strength is something that you can learn and improve, but knowing and accepting yourself is a lot harder, and it's not something that you can just check off. It's a new battle every day. ...I guess that's not really a superpower though... Maybe being invisible. I wouldn't mind disappearing a little bit.

IPurpleYou_Forever: Keep hanging on bro. I know this is sensitive, but why are you letting them get your heart? You had learnt to overcome the process, but why are you holding the pain? Jimin, honey, it may be hard to stand for yourself but when you learn how. You'll be up from there. I love you. Your family loves you, you aren't a burden, you are amazing. Without you, things won't be the same. So please never think of yourself other than what you are, a true angel.

Jimin: It's hard not to let people get my heart. I can tell myself to stop being so sensitive all day long, but it doesn't change much. It feels like my heart is on my sleeve, ready for the snatching. But I think I've gotten a little better...although I don't know if closing myself off is really better. Or if not feeling anything is better. ...so maybe I'm not better? I just don't want to be annoying to people, especially to my brothers.

ace000_: What is your biggest fear and your greatest dream? At the same time, I hope you'll be able to gain confidence in yourself, taking small steps one at a time helps a lot.

Jimin: My greatest fear is being hated by my family, and my greatest dream...I don't...I don't think I have a dream. Any dreams. I think you're supposed to have dreams when you're younger. Crazy dreams. Like, I want to walk on the moon! But...when I was young, my mom left. And then I was living a life of always being quiet and not going outside so nobody would find me. And then I was back home, trying to remember how I fit into the family puzzle, only Mom came back and everything fell apart and- I just...I didn't really ever have time to dream. I guess...I want Hobi to be okay. I know Jin has had his struggles and Yoongi too, and Kookie and Tae, but that's all stuff that can be changed with time and effort. Eating disorders...it's like my stutter. I wanted to change but couldn't, really. So I'd like to see a day when Hobi eats more than me. Or let's say Jungkook. That would be a real challenge.

<tae>

zahra_tae_14: Why are you always funny and cute?

Tae: Ah, I'm not- I'm not the cute one or the funny one or- are you sure you're not talking about Jimin or Jungkook? I'm pretty sure you have the wrong triplet...

mincupcakes: Do you love Jimin, Kookie or Yoongi? Please choose only one not all of them.

Tae: Yoongi! He can be mean and get away with it. Actually, he can get away with anything. I need to get lessons from him. Maybe he can help with my my master plan as well... And...I mean, Jimin and Kookie are cool too. But that's obvious because they're triplets with me.

baconbyuns: Did you tell anyone about Jimin's breakdown when he just didn't talk anymore?

Tae: It wasn't my place to say anything. Jimin didn't ask me to keep it a secret, but it's just common sense. Nobody wants everybody to know how vulnerable they really are. And besides...I don't want to betray Jimin's trust. Not unless he was seriously injured and it was the only way to save him. Almost anything can be fixed if broken, but trust is a lot more difficult to repair.

Taehyung4595: Why do you act so mature but you're still a teen? Don't be afraid to have a little fun.

Tae: We all had to grow up at a young age. And when we finally got Jimin back, he seemed to young still, so innocent and unknowing of the world. Between me and him, someone had to grow up. It just ended up being me. But...now that he's trying to be strong for us...maybe a little fun wouldn't hurt...I'm sure there's an instruction manual for fun somewhere...

725ssalcal: Aren't you sick of people calling you weird or an alien? I get that you're quirky but alien is going a little too far. But if you like it I guess I'll just shut up.

Tae: Um yeah, I sort of hate it. It's one of those jokes you go along with because you know it'll be worse if you show that you're bothered by it, but when I'm constantly being compared to Jimin and Kookie just as the "odd one out"...it's sort of hard not to be upset.

<jungkook>

kookie_jeonsS: Hi cutie, how have you been? Jimin and you still have a bond right? And do you sometimes feel upset that they might be closer, abandoning you? Well that's not true at all! You three have an awesome bond together and it'll keep each of you strong. Split custody won't harm your relationship. You're brothers, more importantly, triplets! So don't be sad and cheer up! I love you!❤🍪

Jungkook: Yeah, Jimin and I still have a close relationship, and I mean, it's hard not to get a little jealous, but...the world is bigger than just the three of us. I've always been sort of open to reaching out, but it's them I'm worried about. They're content to be each other's best friends forever, but what happens when we go to college? Get jobs? ...Life is going to split us apart, and I don't want to be caught unawares. But maybe that's just me being defensive. I'm glad we'll all be living together again, though.

Jhopstan: Kookie I know this is a stupid question but does it hurt when Jin pushes you away? And if you had one thing to tell him what would it be??

Jungkook: Um yes...I kind of understood what he was going through, but he was constantly forgetting us at school or missing things for practice. If I could tell him one thing...it's that I understand, and I forgive him. It's not easy growing up or making friends. I don't blame him. And I feel bad that we sort of pressured him into quitting the team.

TheChairInTheRunMV: What do you miss the most from the past?

Jungkook: Kumamon JUST KIDDING, don't tell Yoongi-hyung I said that... um...I guess I miss just...the atmosphere. When we were younger, we didn't know what was going to happen, Mom leaving or Jimin being abducted or splitting custody or anything. We weren't worrying about real problems, but stupid made-up problems. ...I want to go back to those days. Maybe I didn't appreciate them enough because I didn't realize how important they were. But you never do until they're gone, I guess. That's what made them perfect - they didn't feel like big moments, but they're the ones I remember. They're significant because they hold absolutely no significance at all.

taeindae: Who's the most handsome between you, Tae, and Jimin? 😂

Jungkook: Am I supposed to lie? ...Honestly, though, a year ago I would have said me by half a kilometer, but...they're catching up...I'm a little worried...at least they haven't realized it by now.

__Trashy___Potato__: Do you ever feel distant with any of your brothers?

Jungkook: I feel like it can be hard to get Yoongi or Hobi or even these days Jimin to talk about any of their actual problems. They'll joke around and sort of disguise how they feel because they don't want us to worry or something, but...if they can't trust me, who can they trust?

<miscellaneous characters>

song eungi

BangtanChingu4Life: Die. All this started because of you and your husband. Jimin would not have been abducted. Jimin would not have felt different. Jimin would not have confessed to the mum. The mum would not have taken custody of them. The family would not have broken apart. You see? YOU are one of the main reasons this fiasco started. Tell your husband I told him to die.

Song Eungi: My husband already did die...I'd rather you didn't bring it up...and I'm sorry...I never wanted to cause Jimin any pain. I wanted the best for Jimin, always...I thought I was the best for Jimin...

taeteahyungmin: Why did you kidnap Jimin? I mean was there any particular reason why you chose him? ... Do you miss Jimin?

Song Eungi: Jimin was...I'm not sure if discarded is the right word. His brothers didn't often play with him. Other kids picked on him. He was weak, and he needed someone to save him. I saved him...I kept him safe, all those years...I miss my little boy...Can I see him now? I want to see my little boy...

choi mingyu

Uhm_ShySmolBean: Were you bothered by Jimin's stutter at first? Also *pulls out a cracker cheese plate* here, for you. uwu

Mingyu: Um, not really, a little surprised maybe, but he seemed nice, and that's always been more important to me. And thank you : )

okeewhynot: Mingyu, what did you first think about Jimin's stutter? You seemed to sympathize with him. Did you have a stutter in the past?

Mingyu: Kids poked fun of me when I was little for always standing out in the class pictures, a full head taller than everyone else. Dino was teased a lot for his hair when he was younger before he changed it. Jeonghan was ridiculed for keeping his hair long, people calling him a girl and being disrespectful to him because of it. Some kids talked about Wonwoo behind his back, calling him emo or whatever. And I know people probably made fun of Joshua, but he probably deserved it, so... Let's just say that I have a soft spot for kids that other kids don't like, and that I'm familiar with being different.

proudbangtantrash: Was there any particular reason you chose Jimin instead of the other two? Or was it just because you felt sorry for him? And how would you know Jimin wouldn't get intimidated by your height?

Mingyu: Well, the one (Yoongi) was glaring at me...Between Jimin and Hobi, I sensed that Jimin wanted to stay out of everyone's attention, but I didn't want him to feel neglected or invisible or anything. I knew how intimidating the business banquets could be, and for his first one, I didn't want him to have a horrible time. And I didn't know that he wouldn't be scared of me...getting him cheese and crackers was basically my way of showing him that I was harmless.

choi family

HiOrLikeHey: Hobi, Yoongi, and Jimin opened up to you guys in ways they weren't supposed to. But you won't use the information you gained against them, right?

Jeonghan: Why even would I?

Joshua: Nope!

Wonwoo: ...no...

Dino: No way!

Mingyu: I considered telling our dad that their dad seemed to be sort of domineering, but I ended up holding back. I sort of wish I would have, though. Maybe the situation wouldn't have escalated like it did.

Woozi: Probably, if it benefits me somehow, not that I can see it ever being beneficial.

kumamon (ghost)

liliyahc3: Do you miss Yoongi & do you know he has a twin?

Kumamon: That other boy is a fake. And I don't miss Yoongi. I watch him every day...

jooheon

hsimpson23: How is everything? Is Hyungwon good? Does your dad still have blue tracksuit? And Jin is just really really stupid right now so if you can, can you speak to him?😊

Jooheon: I'm proud of Hyungwon, making friends with Jimin and growing up, going to high school...And we don't speak of the tracksuit...And yeah, Jin's being an idiot, but I'm just going to let him do his thing. He's old enough to make his own decisions. I only intervened when it was affecting Jimin and Hyungwon.

jongup

taeOOFtae: Do you wish you were nicer to Jimin in Pre-K?

Jongup: Yeah. I wish I would have been nicer to a lot of people for most of my life.

Blueberry_Monchi: Do you think of Jimin as a friend or a charity case?

Jongup: A friend, I think...I'm not that close with him anymore. We're still friends, but being friends with Jimin can be complex. It's not that I don't like him, I just don't understand him half the time, and it can be really hard to keep up a relationship when you don't know what's going on in someone's life.

jeongyeon

Kyrajalalala: ARE YOU IN LOVE WITH OUR HOBI?

Jeongyeon: Love is a strong word.

coupon lady

avixes: you still hanging in there or...?

Coupon Lady: .............................just kidding! I'm still here!

mark

Btsforever551: What's the most embarrassing thing Yugyeom has ever done? And what made you name your son Kunpimook?

Mark: ...That's sadly a hard question since there are so many options...but getting a call from the principal about him grinding on the floor was pretty bad. And I knew he was going to be a bad egg, so I wanted to give him a difficult name to make his life hard.

proudgeek15: What are your thoughts about Lisa and Namjoon's relationship?

Mark: I think Namjoon's a great guy, but I don't think he makes a great significant other. His priorities are just different. But I want Lisa to be happy. If she's happy with him, then great. She's waited long enough to meet someone.

MouthfulOfSuga: Can you tell Yugie and Bammie they're cute?

Mark: No, it will only encourage them.

youngjae

avixes: How's life with Jaebum?

Youngjae: It's great, thanks for asking! We have to share a car though so I feel like every other day is Bring Youngjae to Work day, HAHAHA...

seongcheol

ochiree: Are you the father of 12 kids? If you are, how do you handle them?

Seongcheol: Only 6 (but it feels like 12), and I don't...

girls from triplets' preschool class

Brightkit_101: Do you go to the same school as Jungkook, and would you consider hanging around him now?

Jisoo: Wait, the Jungkook from high school is THAT Jungkook?!

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