Taehyung spent a few hours with Jungkook before he left. He arrived home with a less heavy feeling. Being with Jungkook and being able to talk to him really made him relieved of all his worries today.

Well, it only did not last very long. because when he arrived at his doorstep he saw that there was a package.

A small....box.

Holding his house key and swim shorts he stared at the box. a folded letter attached to the box with his name written on it. It looked like a normal delivery, if it wasn't for the handwriting and that it was exactly the same box that he had seen his father carry.

He didn't know what to do with it. He wanted to kick it out of the way and let it rot on the street. But he just couldn't. He was still clinging on that small bit of hope. So with a deep sigh he picked up the box and took it inside with him. Where he in the kitchen took the letter that was attached to it.

'Hello Taehyung,

I know I am the least person you want to hear from, you must have many questions. and I know you're angry. But i just want to tell you that i have not forgotten you or anything, i don't hate you my son. It's all for the better, please. dont hate me

I got you your favorite cake...

Kim Dongmin'

with a heavy heart Taehyung crumpled the paper and slumped in the chair looking at the piece of strawberry shortcake in the box. It was exactly his favorite, it was even from his favourite pastry, they always used the most delicious strawberries with handmade whipped cream.

His father knows everything.

"And still you did not deliver it yourself, yet you still avoid me. just fuck off" taehyung muttered, but deep down he did not mean these word. he doesnt want his father to leave completely. He just wants to get close to him. "i wish Jungkook was here.." he sighed and laid his head down on the table.

'...'

'...'

'........'

'Floating in the air, he could see the sea approaching him. no.. he was approaching the sea... the air was cold, and the sky was dark. not a single star to see, a big moon that was getting closer and closer. making the waves restless in the night. He could see movement, but the moon caught his attention, he couldn't turn back around to see what was going on.

but he could hear it.

He could hear the most beautiful sound in the world. He could hear splashes, the sound of screams getting cut off. then it went silent, everything went silent. Not even the singing voice was heard.

One last splash and then voices.

Then his floating view fell down onto the sand and he could see blurry figures again. nothing was recognizable, the only thing he could see was the intense bright red colour of blood.

and then...

then....

he saw him...

"JUNGKOOK!!" Taehyung jolted awake and fell off his chair in shock. with a hard thud he hit the ground his breathing was fast he was clearly shocked. Once he took in his surroundings and realised it was just a dream he let out a long breath and calmed down. "shit... i must have dozed off"

He rubbed his head that he hit on the ground and stood up, covering the cake with the box and heading to his bedroom.

That was such a strange dream. But when he tried to think back he couldn't quite recall what was going on in there. Suddenly everything from that dream was foggy to him.

"I really need to sleep more," he chuckled and got ready for bed.

-

The next day the sun was brightly out, not a single cloud in the sky to block it, a perfect day for Taehyung to go outside. He had called Jimin to hang out but he was at work, so they were on a phone call now.

"I'm telling you Jimin, he sent me this cake. I saw him last night holding the same box when we parted ways. He personally must have gotten it"

"Tae, I know you're happy. but please don't get your hopes up too much, he has let you down so many times already. I don't want to see you sad like that again. you're doing so well right now, "Jimin said. and he was right. Taehyung really felt the worst when this all started. And he still does, but it's less intense. He had accepted it. Yet he still feels as lonely as ever. Yes he had amazing friends and he met Jungkook, but having friends isn't the same as having a parent. and the thing that made it heavy for him is the fact that he can see his father, yet he was so far away. Its like seeing the things you've been wanting for so long yet you can just by an inch not reach it.

"I know Jimin, I won't. And you will be there for me right?"

"always" jimin's soft chuckle was heard and right away taehyung felt at ease. He can always count on Jimin. There was no day that Jimin let him down. and he was really grateful for that, their friendship in general.

"but, if he gives me this, then, that does mean that he really still sees me as his son"

"I am quite sure that it is, But... I think that things are more complicated than he is telling you. I hope for you that you can talk to each other soon. I really don't want you to feel upset" Jimin sighed. "Anyway, weren't you going to that fish of you? or did you forget to feed him already?"

"he isn't a fish!!'' Taehyung said but smiled after. "No, I didn't forget. I will bring his lunch in a bit. He said last night he had enough to eat for the night."

"Alrighty then, I won't hold you any longer. enjoy the sunny weather!"

"thanks, you too~ good luck at work"

"thanks, bye!"

The two ended the call and Taehyung put his plate in the dishwasher before heading out with a bag of Jungkook's favourite fish.

-

Taehyung was glad he wasn't stuck with a job right now. It gave him the ability to see jungkook more often than he would be otherwise. The only problem was the drive here. He really would love to live closer, maybe he can send in a request to buy a piece of land here.

things for later, right now he had to bring him the food. Like always he headed down after changing into his swim shorts and Jumped in the sea. the water was already quite warmer than before, it was really summer time now. he wondered if the warmth bothered Jungkook, the siren came from the deep it's not that warm down there. He seemed to enjoy the sun when he was out. maybe Jungkook really liked this warm water? who knows, he can ask him later.

Taehyung had dived down and swam back up gasping air when he entered the cave and his head got out from the water. It always felt good to be here. And right now it was the best. He could see Jungkook laying half in the water and half on the rock. a collection of colourful seashells and pearls on the stone.

Taehyung came closer, Jungkook seemed to be sleeping and he didn't want to startle him. silently he pulled himself onto the stone and looked at the collection of seashells, they were forming a word.

'welco-'

The other part wasn't finished, a small bundle of shells were on the side next to Jungkook's hand. He must have fallen asleep when placing them.

he looked at the siren who was breathing slowly and calmly, his eyes closed. his ink black hair draped over his back and the tip touched the water.

"Jungkook?" he said softly. immediately the siren jolted awake and slipped back under water. but once he noticed who it was he got back out. "sorry, i didn't mean to scare you"

"It's okay, I accidentally fell asleep. I didn't even notice, I was busy putting these down for you. too bad i didn't get to finish it" jungkook really looked disappointed but he finished the word and sighed. "there"

"I'm flattered," Taehyung chuckled and looked at the other, giving him a smile. but the smile turned into a blush when Jungkook placed his hands on his knees and pulled himself up giving him a kiss. He then hugged Taehyung's waist and laid his head on his lap, closing his eyes again. "I brought you something to eat," Taehyung said while gently patting Jungkook's hair.

"thank you" jungkook said but didn't move.

"Are you not going to eat?"

"im not so... hungry"

"is there something wrong? you also didn't eat last night" taehyung said, he felt that jungkook was a little off. "didnt you not get enough sleep?"

"yea, probably" the siren didn't sound convincing. but taehyung dropped it. Jungkook didn't seem in the mood to push for answers.

"so.. how is your wound?"

"the wound is fine luckily"

"how long have you been sleeping there, your hair is completely dry" taehyung frowned. shouldn't jungkook be underwater when sleeping. Why was he there? How did he fall asleep in the first place?

but to that question Jungkook didn't reply.

"Can I come with you today?"

"to my house?"

"yes"

"of course, but only if you're completely healthy again"

"I will be fine," Jungkook said and got more comfortable on Taehyung's lap.

"You better" taehyung smiled and let jungkook lay there as long as he wished. which luckily wasn't too long because the blood flow was starting to get blocked by the weight.

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