After saying goodbye to one last customer, Jimin waddled over to the break room with a big sigh since he was finished for the day. His back was really killing him today, more than usual.

It had become a struggle to put on and take off his work apron and shoes anymore with how huge he's become. He hit the eight month mark and really popped. His belly beautifully big and round.

Because he's so close to his due date, he figured that it may be a good idea to step away from working for now, so today was his last shift for a while. This is like an early maternity leave, so he will be relying on the gracious financial help from Taehyung and Yoongi. The Kims were very understanding and said he was welcome back whenever he was ready.

He was sad to be stepping away from the bakery even if it was a temporary break for maternity leave. The bakery has been such a comfortable environment and Mrs. Kim has become such an encouraging and supportive figure in his life.

Jimin sat on the sofa in the break room attempting to take his work shoes off, which was proving to be impossible anymore with his stomach in the way. Luckily, Seokjin entered at the perfect moment to witness his struggling.

"Hey Jimbles, need some help?" He chuckled, as he knelt in front of the heavily pregnant male. He already knew the answer to that.

Jimin pouted as the older kindly removed his shoes, and replaced them with his much comfier slip on shoes. Then he also needed assistance with getting up from the couch. His back ached at him, causing him to let out a little whine. These are some of the worst parts about being pregnant.

Seokjin cooed at the adorable boy once he helped him onto his feet. "So Jimin, are you free right now? We haven't been able to spend much time together lately, and I feel like once little man is born, it might become even harder..." Jin's voice trailed off, and the concern was definitely noticeable in there.

Jimin couldn't help but feel like a bad friend. He hasn't intentionally been ignoring the older, but he's always so exhausted now with all of his appointments and with everything he needs to prepare for still. Plus, ever since the fight between Seokjin and Yoongi, he's been mindful of his stress levels with him being so close to his due date.

"Yeah, I'm free!" Jimin smiled up at the older, as he rubbed the lower part of his back, trying to ease the pain. "But my bed time is at like 9 o'clock these days. I can't hardly stay awake past that." He giggled in embarrassment. It's true. He's always so tired now. Before he was pregnant, he was a night owl.

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Seokjin was nervous. His hands were trembling as the two picked up the food they had ordered. There were so many thoughts that were swarming his mind.

Pathetic.

Jimin could never see you like that.

He's carrying another man's baby.

No. He won't be pathetic anymore. He's tired of feeling like this. Tonight was his chance, and he's going to finally shoot his shot. Though, he's terrified of the outcome. 

After listening to both Namjoon and Yoongi both remind him how pathetic he truly is for chasing around a beautiful man that most likely can't see him the same way, without actually putting his feelings out there, he's had enough. Jimin needs to know how he feels and tonight is the night.

Once the two had their burgers, which, unsuprisingly, Jimin was craving, Seokjin drove them back to Jimin's apartment. Luckily for the older, Taehyung was out with Jungkook tonight, so they had the place to themselves.

"Do you want me to turn on a movie or something?" Seokjin asked the younger, who was already diving into his cheeseburger.

"S-sure." Jimin stuttered. He wasn't sure why, but the atmosphere was suddenly tense. It doens't usually feel like this around Seokjin, so it was odd. Something was up.

The pair ate in silence as the movie played, but neither one of them seemed to be paying much attention to it. Seokjin was debating what his next move would be. Jimin on the other hand, couldn't finish the last couple bites of his burger because the sharp pain in his back was making him feel nauseous, so he pushed his food away.

Seokjin was too caught up in his own thoughts to notice the pregnant male's discomfort. He has to do this now or else he never will. He put on a brave face.

"Hey Jimin... I need to talk to you about something." Seokjin stated, twisting his body to face the other. "I've needed to say this for a long time now actually."

Jimin let out a hiss, as he tried to get comfortable on the sofa, attempting to give his full attention to the other. "Hmmm... okay? What is it?" He asked sincerely, but his tone came out a tad harsh due to another sharp jolt in his back, causing him to grit his teeth.

Seokjin was a little taken aback by the younger's reaction, but he couldn't back down now. He just hoped that Jimin's reaction wouldn't be so cruel.

This is it. Just come right out and say it. Take a deep breath and say it.

"J-Jimin, you may not have noticed, but I have loved you for quite some time now." He rushed out. "Not like a friend, like, I actually love you. I have since the day I met you on campus. I know that I'm a carrier too, and the world doesn't think that two carriers can be together, but damn it." He was shaking now. "I love you so much Jimin, so it doesn't matter to me!"

He searched the younger's eyes, but Jimin's face was pale.... almost as though he were in pain?

Jimin's not getting it. Seokjin thought, so he did the only thing he could think to do.

He leaned forward, forcing their lips together, pressing himself against the younger. He's wanted to do this for so long now and Jimin's lips were so soft and plump. He wanted to savor this moment because who knows what the younger's reaction will be once he finally pulls away. What Jin wasn't anticipating was for Jimin to abruptly shove him away like he did.

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Jimin pushed the older by the shoulders, stunned by not only Seokjin's sudden kiss, but by the overwhelming urge to puke. He grabbed the fast food bag and purged all of his dinner into it. "Ouch..." Jimin whined as another excruciating pain shot through his back to his hips.

What was happening? He has never felt anything like this before in his life. His pains started during his shift at the bakery, and have continuously progressed in intensity all day. Jimin's eyes widened when he finally got an inkling of what may be happening, but oh man, he hoped he was wrong.

"Jimin... are you okay? I didn't mean to startle you! I didn't think me kissing you would disgust you enough to literally make you vomit!" Seokjin raised his voice, clearly hurt and confused about what was taking place.

"Help me up, please!" Jimin shouted, in too much pain to be gentle right now. It was nothing against the older, but something was not right.

The older helped the younger stand, but the sound of water splashing and hitting the ground caused the two males to freeze. They stared into one another's eyes with shocked and terrified faces. Neiher one knew what to do.

Was this really happening right now?

Seokjin finally broke the petrified silence. "Jiminie... did your... did your water just break?" The pair finally broke eye contact to look down at ground, that was now covered in amniotic fluid, along with their socks. At that moment, Jimin was instantly hit by another wave of pain, that he now knows to be a contraction.

"Oh God!" Jimin yelled, as he fell forward into Seokjin, gripping on to his broad shoulders.

"Okay. Okay. Breathe Jiminie. It's okay. It's going to be okay." At this point, the older wasn't sure if he was tryin to calm Jimin or himself down. Seokjin assisted the younger to the bathroom. "Okay, wait here. I'll go grab you a change of clothes and call Taehyung!"

When the older walked away, Jimin fished in his soaked pants pocket for his cellphone, calling the first person that came to mind. It was the one person he wanted comforting from the most because he's so terrified right now. He's been scared of labor in general, but realistically, it's too early. He's only eight months along...

"Y-Yoongi h-h-hyung?" Jimin's lips trembled as he tried to speak. "M-my water just broke. It's t-time. The baby's c-coming."

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I wasn't going to originally write the labor this way, but I finally got hit by a wave of inspiration! I needed it! 

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