CHAPTER 5

the unknown
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After having the discussion with Namjoon, Taehyung couldn't wait to get home and take a long shower. And then get dressed to go out on his weekly Wednesday appointment. Something about it made him so excited, an almost itchy feeling through his entire body
—  maybe he just had to realize it was the fact that he couldn't wait to see Harin's passionate glow, her outstanding aura that made him so captivated. He couldn't wait to see her again.

That's why he rushes through the streets this late evening, the clear sky with the bright white lights guiding him the way, even though he knows it by heart already. He catches himself smiling behind the white mask in front of his mouth, his disguise calming him down alongside the darkening surroundings.

How does she make me feel like this when I don't even know her?

Turning around the familiar corner he spots her, hearing the song once again by one of his favorite artists, Aminè with the song Heebiejeebies.
But as fast as his smile appears, just as fast it fades when his eyes lands on another companion — a male dancing alongside her.

He's towering over her smaller frame, their outfits matches in an all-black fit, their white Air-Force 1 sneakers the only contrast to the black. The male dances well, but somehow Harin still manage to catch Taehyung's eyes instantly, her body moving effortlessly over the pavement.

The dance is very intimate, the choreography filled with passion and drip. Taehyung swallows thickly before rolling his lips together.

Is that her boyfriend?

An unsettling feeling rushes over him, a small scoff leaving behind his mask, before he closes his eyes exasperated. How stupid could he be? Harin would probably be laughing at him whenever he had left her latest performances. Every god damn week.

I'm a fucking idiot.

But even when his thoughts told him to leave, his feet somehow stayed put, eyes glued to the fierce girl in front of him. It's like everything is a blur, except her. The sort of attraction she impacts, makes him believe she could make him do anything for her.

Deep in thought, Taehyung suddenly blinks fast as Harin spots him in the crowd, her eyes lighting up at the familiar pair of brown eyes admiring her — sending a quick, but certain wink in his direction she watches how the male swallows, his eyes crinkling up a little.

As the song reaches its end, Taehyung sighs heavily before turning around to go back home. Knowing that he's not to interfere with a girl who's already taken.

"Hey raincoat guy! I brought you this."

At the sound of the delicate voice from behind him he stops abruptly, the corners of his mouth tilting upwards — a small smirk making its way upon his features. As he turns the brunette greets him with a bright smile, her brown eyes sparkling among the stars above their heads.

"Oh— you should just keep it." Taehyung says, ruffling his hair briefly before putting his cold hands inside his jacket.

"I bought the same one — I liked it so much! Thank you again." She chimes, a dimple on her right cheek making its appearance, making Taehyung's cheeks warm up within an instant.

"How old are you? Do you study or?" Taehyung asks cautiously, his eyes never leaving her porcelain skin.

"I'm 21 years old. I'm from Gangnam area, but I like performing here .. And I study at Ewha in the dance department. I started last year, and I was so lucky to get accepted—"

"Lucky? You're so good. Nothing about luck, you're pure talent Harin." Taehyung smiles, his eyes shining in the faint moonlight.

"And how would you know? I don't even know your name ..." Harin teases, her eyes glinting as she blinks.

Taehyung opens his mouth, his eyes flickering slightly, casting down to his feet for a brief moment. Biting his bottom lip, he lifts his head and look at Harin once more.

"I'm Tae."

Harin nods cutely, her soft curls bouncing on her shoulders. Taehyung feels how his heart skips a beat, but that's until the male dance partner appears behind the girl making him clench his jaw slightly.
Taehyung nods in his direction, his head tilting to the side.

"Is that your boyfriend? He's dances okay."

Harin smiles, cocking up an eyebrow at him before she giggles.
"Ah no, that's Jun. We're just friends from work. We work at the same salad joint in Gwangjin-gu. He loves to dance, just like myself."

Without realizing, Taehyung releases a relieved sigh, making Harin smile even wider.

Nuzzling the paper in Taehyung's pocket that he has been reading every day since last week he takes a breath and gaze into Harins eyes, a sudden curiosity in her brown obstacles.

"Do you sing?"

Harins eyes widen, and Taehyung chuckles as he sees how she swallows nervously.

"S—sing? N—no.."

Taehyung narrows his eyes at her, quickly realizing she's hiding something — she can sing.

"You sure? I'd love to hear you sing. I bet you sound just as beautiful as you dance." Taehyung says, his persistence making Harin nibble on her bottom lip, deep in thought.

"I'm a huge sing star in the shower." She then replies, her eyes crinkling up while her cheeks turn pink.

Taehyung chuckles, admiring her round cheeks and how her glowing skin looks so soft, how her red-tinted lips tempts him to—

"Do you sing?"

Harin raise her eyebrows and glance at Taehyung, pulling him out of his daydreaming— making his stomach churn.

"I'm decent, I guess." He confidently replies, not wanting to seem too arrogant in front of her when she's doubting on her own singing skills.

That's when a idea popped into Taehyung's mind, the words leaving his lips before he thinks it through.

"Can I take you out on a karaoke date next Wednesday? After your performance?"

What am I even doing? I'll never be allowed.

Harin's plump lips part, her dimple appearing again as she gives Taehyung the answer he was hoping for.

"Yes — on one condition."

Taehyung raise his eyebrows, the thump of his heart pounding inside of his chest so obvious that he really doesn't care what Harins condition might be — the only thing he sees are her sweet eyes, the crinkles around them, how shiny and precious they are.
Harin lifts her hand, her pointy finger in the air as she narrow her eyes at Taehyung.

"No disguise."

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A/N NOTE 💌:

omg hi guys !! i'm so sorry for the late update. this past week has been crazy. i've been super happy but also super sad ... a wild ride. i'm just glad it's the weekend now.
i'm spending it with my family 💓

i hope you guys have an amazing weekend as well.
AND of course that you liked the update after all !! i'm sorry for the delay. i hope you can forgive me ...