Taehyung gently runs a hand over his shirt to make sure it's sitting nicely over his chest and stomach, outlining his beautiful and slender body. He didn't know how to dress, but he wanted to look good for Jungkook so he settled on a tight-fitting white shirt and a blazer-like jacket to put over. For pants, he's simply wearing some nicely fitted dark grey trousers.

He hopes he isn't too overdressed. His hair is curled nicely and his glasses have been left at home. This gave Taehyung a great opportunity to put on some make-up, he hopes it isn't too much.

While biting his lip, the blue-haired boy gently lifts his hand and knocks on the door before him. He doesn't know what to expect from this evening and date, he has been creating countless scenarios in his head for the past few days, but every time his mind concludes that Jungkook is unpredictable.

Especially when he's suddenly the one taking the initiative, but Taehyung is more than thrilled that that's the case. When Jungkook asked him out back then, he was mentally freaking out. He was so focused on wanting to be Jungkook's friend instead of anything else that he totally forgot Jungkook could actually be the one to move their relationship further.

After a minute of standing before the door, he hears some faint voices on the other side, and the door is dragged open where Jin comes into view. The elder smiles brightly and takes in Taehyung's appearance. As always, he looks stunning.

"Good evening Tae!" Jin cheers and pulls the other into a hug. Taehyung happily returns it and automatically gets dragged into the entrance. He's hit by the amazing smell of fresh-made food, making his stomach rumble unexpected.

He blushes and holds a hand over it, "sorry, I didn't eat all day."

"Don't worry about that, we have you covered," Jin says and takes Taehyung's coat. He hangs it on the coat rack as if he was a butler or something, which he kind of is just for today.

"Thanks," Taehyung smiles softly, holding his hands folded in front of him. He's very nervous somehow, but also really excited. He can't wait to see what Jungkook prepared for him, Taehyung is certain it's something amazing.

Jin smiles back and gently holds his hand on Taehyung's lower back, guiding him inside the café. Just as they step in, a beautifully dressed Jungkook shoots up and stands straight. The mates' eyes meet and both of them get lost in looking up and down each others' bodies.

Jungkook is amazed with how ethereal and outstandingly beautiful Taehyung looks.

Jungkook might actually pass out from the other's beauty. You might think he's exaggerating, but he's half-animal and in the animal world appearance actually is a big thing for some reason.

Taehyung isn't much better. Jungkook looks so overly handsome and manly yet beautiful. How he pulls off both is a riddle for Taehyung, but he isn't complaining at all.

"Hi," Taehyung smiles. Jin discreetly disappears out of the kitchen, passing by a Jungkook who can't reply because he's so stunned by the other's beauty. Jin gently pinches his side and Jungkook flinches, realizing he was openly staring.

He blushes deeply and clears his throat, "h-hi Taehyung."

Taehyung reaches forward and places his hand on Jungkook's cheek as he normally does. He stands up on his toes so he can reach Jungkook's other cheek with his lips, placing a gentle peck there.

Jungkook gulps and bites his lip to hold back a smile. No matter how many times Taehyung does that, he can't help but feel his heart flutter and his stomach take a turn. The elder stands back and now they are just looking at each other, but more in a peaceful way instead of an awkward one.

A long moment passes before Jungkook realizes he's supposed to ask Taehyung to sit. He almost wants to slap himself on the forehead for being so slow, but Taehyung just giggles fondly as Jungkook scrambles over to one side of the table and drags Taehyung's chair out for him.

Now Taehyung finally looks at the amazing table that was decorated cutely for their date. Taehyung is convinced Jin is the one that has been deciding the colors.

"Thank you," Taehyung says as he sits down and lets Jungkook push him a little closer to the table. Oh, he's so muscular and strong-

Taehyung stop! He didn't even do anything.

"Y-You're welcome," Jungkook stutters and rushes over to the other side, sitting himself down. They are alone in the cafe considering it's pretty late and it was possible for them to close the café early. The only light in the room is faint from the lamps and the candles that are standing on the middle of the table. It's really romantic.

"I'm glad to be here," Taehyung adds, watching as Jungkook grabs the wine bottle and successfully pours them both a glass. The younger had asked a few days prior what type of drink Taehyung would like and he settled on an Italian wine he has loved since he first started drinking alcohol.

"I'm glad you wanted to come," Jungkook replies. He feels how he's slowly starting to get his nerves under control, making it easier for him to talk without a stutter and avoid drowning in the imaginary scene of him dropping everything or spilling that has been forming in his head all day.

They calmly talk for a little more before Jin emerges from the kitchen with the first few dishes. He places them in front of the couple and says 'bon appetit' in a funny accent. Taehyung and Jungkook thank him and giggle as the elder man happily skips out back in the kitchen. He's clearly glad that they are having this date.

"You sure went all in," Taehyung states as he looks over the delicious food. Jungkook nods and looks with big doe-eyes as Taehyung grabs his fork and takes a bite. He hums in delight and digs down to have another one, showing that he's enjoying the food. Jungkook is more than satisfied with that, he did spend all day on it after all. They get into a comfortable conversation about their day, also a little about school and their friends.

"Since when did you start cooking?" Taehyung asks curiously. It has come to his knowledge that he doesn't know even the simplest things about Jungkook and it honestly makes him so mad at himself. For a long time, he thought it was only desserts that Jungkook knew how to make and drawings for that matter. But after actually paying attention, he now knows Jungkook can do way more than that and also loves to do countless other hobbies.

"Probably around 12 years old? I finally had the courage to ask Jin to show me what to do, and Jin took me through it. It's relaxing somehow," Jungkook replies, a fond glint in his eyes. It took him a whole month to convince himself it was okay to ask Jin such a thing, he was just so worried back then that he was bothering his father. He's happy he chose to go through with it though.

"That's amazing! He taught you well I can see," the elder takes another bite and closes his eyes, enjoying the delicious taste. Jungkook uses this time to once again get into some sort of trance and just stare at the other. His nose, his eyes, and his skin are just flawless. He looks like a doll, not a single scar or insecurity. He's perfect.

"Do I have something on my face?" Taehyung asks as he notices the raven's intense stare. Jungkook jumps in surprise and looks down at the table. He shakes his head to indicate that there is absolutely nothing wrong with Taehyung's face. Taehyung just gently chuckles. He reaches over the table and grabs Jungkook's hand with his slender one, taking the courage to slowly intertwine their fingers.

Jungkook's heart starts beating so fast he fears for a second that Taehyung will be able to feel it through his fingers, but his attention gets drawn back to Taehyung's eyes when the elder gently licks his lips.

Oh, so beautiful.

"Tell me about yourself Jungkook, I want to know everything about you," he whispers out and Jungkook gulps slightly.

"There are not many... nice things to tell," he softly replies. His life is hard to explain... it's like a maze to be honest. Complicated, annoying, and for some even endless. He wouldn't know where to start at all.

"Even the bad things. I want to learn about you," Taehyung adds, "I will listen to anything you have to say, as long as you're comfortable with it."

Taehyung truly is ready to pick up anything Jungkook is willing to throw out. He wants to be there for the younger, listen to his greatest joys but also his deepest fears. He wants to support and love everything Jungkook is, even his flaws and insecurities. Everything will be accepted.

"Thank you," Jungkook smiles a small smile, feeling his heart warm with love. He has a lot on his chest and it's going to be heavy for Taehyung to deal with, Jungkook has been through a lot and there's not really an end to the things he has suffered through.

However, he's aware of the fact that you can never truly understand a person unless you understand their view of the world. Jungkook's view of the world is very different from Taehyung's, solely because he had a rough childhood. Therefore, Taehyung would have to know about his past at some point anyway.

"I don't know where to start..." he speaks up.

"Only talk if you're comfortable, I'm willing to wait," Taehyung assures him and gently pulls his hand back so he can lean on his hands. Jungkook feels how his own hand is burning from the simple touch. He hopes they will hold hands again later today.

"It's okay. I want to tell you," Jungkook says and takes a deep breath. Thoughts are flowing his mind as he tries to create a red line through his life, finding a beginning of his memory that might give him a place to start.

And then he talks.

[trigger warning: talk about abuse, forced actions]

He talks and talks and talks. He lets everything out that has been forced down on his chest, things he has always know were a lot to take in for others. Things he has been terrified to tell Taehyung.

He starts off by explaining his earliest memories of his biological father. How he never paid attention to Jungkook and how he beat up the poor child almost every day. He explains how that man did only bad things to him, but he still fought and fought in order to get his attention and love.

"I don't know why I kept fighting to do well. I wanted him to notice me somehow... but no matter how much I tried, he wouldn't give me any attention until..." Jungkook feels the words get stuck in his throat and he looks down at the table. He bites his lip as a very sensitive part of his life starts flashing before him inside his head. A time he's very embarrassed of.

The warmth that once again engulfs one of his hands gives him peace though. "Only tell me if you want Jungkook, I will never force it from you," the elder says as he gently rubs his thumb over the back of Jungkook's hand.

Jungkook shakes his head though. He wants to tell about it. He remembers clearly how amazing it felt for him once he exposed it all to Jin, the relief he got can't be described and he knows it's going to feel that way once he tells Taehyung too.

"He started abusing me when I was 7," Jungkook drops it. He knows Jin has probably mentioned it for Taehyung before, but feeling those words on his lips and seeing how Taehyung's face makes a grimace tells him that what he has been through is indeed something terrible. It's not something that should happen to anyone and definitely not some at such a young age.

Taehyung doesn't say anything, he just lets Jungkook take a deep breath before he starts explaining further.

"He f-forced himself on me suddenly, convincing me that it was his way of showing love. I didn't understand back then and I felt nothing but fear and pain whenever he would have his way with me... but I was just too young to fight for myself, so I... I just let him hurt me..." Jungkook feels the embarrassment tint his cheeks, old memories making his body shake slightly.

The only reason he isn't sinking into a panic attack is because of the soft, warm hand Taehyung is holding around him.

"I can't count on one hand how many times he a-abused me... and I did nothing. I just lied there and took the beatings. He was too strong and even if it was so overly painful, I couldn't tell him to stop. It was the only attention he ever gave me s-so I just- I just-" tears start to sting in his eyes, his heart arching and his teeth sinking down into his bottom lip.

It's so painful for him to think about, even if it was so many years ago. Those events are so terrifyingly clear in his head, he hates it more than anything. To get abused like that by your father is absolutely unacceptable.

Taehyung is lost for words. He can see how it's not necessarily fear that's only driving Jungkook's hatred for his father, but also shame and embarrassment. It's not something Jungkook's should be feeling guilty of, but he clearly is.

"I'm so sorry," he whispers out. He places his free hand on Jungkook's cheek, gently caring for the skin there. Jungkook leans into it, his eyes holding back the tears that are threatening to escape. He won't let them fall, it isn't worth it.

"It's okay, there's nothing you could have done. I'm just glad I'm out of it," Jungkook says and closes his eyes. In Taehyung's presence, he feels safe. He feels like he can tell everything to the other and never be judged for it. It's comforting on a whole other level.

"Thank you, for telling me," the elder adds and Jungkook looks back at him. They smile at each other, knowing that this was something that needed to get out. Taehyung hopes he didn't ruin the mood of their date by this.

"So, how was living with Jin?" Taehyung teases and leans back. Jungkook immediately breaks into a burst of small laughter, knowing he has countless weird yet good memories with Jin.

He starts explaining about all the amazing times he has had with his true father, a man that he will forever owe his life and love. Taehyung just happily listens and only talks whenever Jungkook asks about his life. He feels like today is a day special for Jungkook, therefore he's the one that should have the spotlight.

A relationship goes both ways, so Taehyung is extremely happy Jungkook opened up for him today. He himself doesn't have much to open up about from his plain life, but he did end up telling a few embarrassing stories of childhood stupidity that bought a big smile on Jungkook's lips and laughter to fill the room.

They are only broken from their peaceful conversation when Jin enters the room again to bring them their desert. They were served chocolate cake and Taehyung almost passed away from the overly amazing taste. They enjoy it and drinks some more wine, getting to the point where they are tipsy but never drunk. Once again, they just talk and talk, almost as if they were on the phone.

After about four hours of an amazing dinner, Taehyung notices that it's about to get late and he has to go home. Jungkook walks with him outside, grabbing his jacket and gently dragging it over Taehyung's slender shoulders. They both step outside after Taehyung has said his goodbyes to Jin.

The air is getting cold and their breath is visible before them as they stand next to each other in comfortable silence. Jungkook is fiddling with his hands, not knowing what to do now. He wants to give Taehyung a proper goodbye, but he has no idea how. Taehyung seems to notice and he gently smiles as he reaches over and grabs Jungkook's warm hand.

The younger flinches slightly and gulps, but he lets his fingers get intertwined and he ends up giving Taehyung a gentle squeeze in return.

"Thanks for today Jungkook, I really enjoyed myself," Taehyung says.

"I'm the one saying thanks," Jungkook quickly comments and turns a little towards the other to look at him better.

"You truly outdid yourself, I'm really grateful," the blue-haired adds and Jungkook blushes slightly. He gives a small nod in agreement, considering he really did go all in. He's glad he did though.

Taehyung starts talking a little about the food and how Jungkook should try to become a chef in the future, but everything starts getting blurry for Jungkook as he stares at the plump soft lips of his mate.

They are so pink and beautiful, Jungkook can't even describe how they make him feel. He feels a kick of panic enter his system when Taehyung licks them, clearly noticing that Jungkook was staring at them. Jungkook looks back into Taehyung's icy-blue eyes, his gaze as curious and daring as Jungkook's probably is.

The elder steps a little closer and frees his hand from Jungkook's so he can gently place both of his arms around Jungkook's neck, leaning in so their breath is fanning over each other's lips.

The cold wind seems to be forgotten completely as both of their cheeks heat up, their faces getting closer and closer. Jungkook feels his stomach tighten as he lets himself get dragged down, his eyes falling shut when he feels those soft lips against his own.

Taehyung hums as they move against each other, the heat and softness of the other making his knees go weak. He doesn't know if it's the alcohol or his wolf that's making him totally high as if he's on a cloud in heaven. He has waited for this amazing feeling for so long.

Jungkook is, on the other hand, freaking out. His heart is about to burst out of his chest and his head is all fuzzy (that's probably Jeon's fault). He has never kissed anyone in his life, so he has no idea what he's doing. However, he doesn't really need to. Taehyung is just gently moving their lips together, his fingers playing a little with Jungkook's long locks.

The raven's hands are placed on Taehyung's slender waist, making sure to not hold around him too tightly.

Jungkook's eyes shoot open as Taehyung gently pushes his tongue through his lips, the lewd sound between them getting higher. Oh my god, french kissing is a thing? He totally forgot about that! The younger feels something stir deep inside him and he closes his eyes again, sensing nothing but pleasure as his tongue is getting licked so gently by Taehyung's.

None of them have a lot of experience, but Taehyung is definitely naturally skilled. He explores everything in Jungkook's mouth and feels how the said male is slowly getting a little more confident, also pressing forwards and deepening their kiss. Their heads tilt from side to side as they make out for a few minutes.

Once they are totally out of breath, they finally pull apart and rests their foreheads against each other.

"W-Wow," Taehyung whispers and breaks into a huge grin. Jungkook does the same and holds tightly around his mate as he bites his lip.

That was the most amazing feeling EVER. Oh my god, he can't believe that just happened. He just kissed Taehyung! Holy shit, he was even the one to intend it. If this isn't the best day of Jungkook's life, then he doesn't know what it is.

"Y-Yeah," he smiles back and they kiss again, not so deeply this time though. Taehyung gives Jungkook a tight hug before moving back and walking towards his car. It's the perfect time to leave Jungkook craving for more.

"See you tomorrow," he says and Jungkook is too blown away to reply, he just nods and hesitantly waves his hand. Taehyung can't help but chuckle at that, Jungkook is honestly so adorable. He's happy he has been blessed with such a mate.

With a smile on his lips, he walks down the street, his heart never once calming down from this fantastic date.

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They kissed! Finally! Only took 36 chapters 😂

Thanks for reading, see you next chap!💜