23 Chapter 22: Ishib i ? (2/2)

”But I'm your Daddy –”

”And you're the best and that doesn't have anything to do with how much money you spend on our relationship.” The tattoo artist was genuinely trying to make their relationship work and Jimin swore to himself that he was never going to overlook all the little things he did for his sake. They were a mess – it was a known fact – but they loved each other. ”I've missed you.”

Jungkook's warm palm left the other's short fingers in order to cup his cheek lovingly as he moved so their lips could meet. The pink-haired boy tasted of sweetened tea and something a lot bitterer, probably some type of medicine, but the elder couldn't get enough so his lips chased the plump ones as the kiss came to an end, stealing another innocent peck. Jimin's cheeks were covered in light pink, the colour making him look less like a wax figure and more like the boy Jungkook fell in love with.

”I love you so fucking much.” The man whispered as if it was a secret and nuzzled his nose against a button one. ”I can't wait for you to come back home.” He decided he would spend all the nights until the signing out at Yoongi and Hoseok's because his apartment was painfully empty and he couldn't stand the quietness anymore.

”Tae's gonna live alone.” This part pained Jimin but he hoped his best friend wouldn't be too upset about his decision of moving in with his boyfriend because the idea was the only thing that was keeping him grounded.

”He'll have Bunny.” Jungkook smiled and kissed his forehead.

”But I'll miss them.” He was obviously allowing himself to slip in little space and it was most likely to happen involuntary, being caused by the heavy stress he has been constantly facing during the last couple of days.

”You can always visit them, peach. And TaeTae can come by any time he wants and he can bring Bunny too.” It was a promise so Jimin nodded and moved so he could stay comfier on the tall bed. There were a lot of pillows sustaining his back and the elder couldn't miss the fact that he was wearing a long-sleeved shirt, unlike the day before. ”Do you want Daddy to bring you anything the next time he comes by?”

”My colouring book and crayons?”

”Okay, baby.”

He ended up snuggling the boy on the bed, even if he was one hundred percent sure he wasn't allowed to do so (that was the power of Jimin's Bambi eyes) and the student felt limp against his body, his eyes closed because of the tiredness he was still feeling. A hand was rubbing his arm as his head was resting on Jungkook's chest where his fingers were searching for the strong heartbeat they were used to feel.

”Will you come to visit me every day?”

”I wouldn't dream of anything else.” The brown-haired man replied and kissed the top of his head. ”Hobi said he'll come every evening too and I'm sure he'll bring you a lot of goodies.”

”Daddy?”

”Hm?”

”Do you really want me to move in with you?” He was careless when it came to cleaning and he had a lot of things that he couldn't imagine having a place in Jungkook's apartment. There were his stuffed toys, his books and he didn't want to leave anything behind because they were part of who he was.

”That's why I asked you to, sweets.” The artist chuckled and kissed the pink head again. ”We'll be sleeping buddies.” Jimin's giggles filled the room at the silly prospect but his vision became blurry once again; he could swear he cried enough for his entire life. ”And I'll make breakfast for us every morning and we can build a permanent fort in which we can watch movies.”

”Can we have baths together too?”

”We can do whatever you want, angel.”

”Here.” Jungkook decided and pointed towards the only empty place near his elbow, where he knew the little tattoo would fit perfectly. It was a sketch he found inside Jimin's notebook, one that he didn't ask for permission to use as he wanted it to be a surprise.

It was a beautifully drawn Saturn and his mind immediately thought of a new tatt as soon as his eyes laid on it. He usually disapproved when it came to relationships-related tattoos but he thought of it as a reminder of the happiness he was currently feeling. Even if they were going to break up one day, he was sure that he would never forget Jimin and all the moments they lived together; he didn't want to.

It took Yoongi about 15 minutes to have it done and he made sure to carefully cover his friend's open wound before reminding him that the visiting hours were soon starting. Two more days and the pink-haired boy was going to be released from the hospital.

The student was already laughing animated with Joon and Jin by the time he arrived and he took a minute to enjoy the joyful sound before knocking on the already opened door and asking if he could come in.

”Kookie!” That was the standard greeting so he headed towards the one who called his name, bending so their lips could meet briefly before he took his jacket off.

They were lucky to have such good friends – Jungkook could trust his boyfriend was never spending time alone in the hospital because everyone took turns to visit him, no matter how busy they were. The pills were still making him sleepy, no matter how much he rested during the nights and some days were harder than the others but being surrounded by friendly faces really improved Jimin's mood because his mind didn't have the time to overthink.

”Did you get a new one?” The student's voice was filled with enthusiasm more than anything else so the elder chuckled at his innocence. ”Can I see?”

”The wrapping has to stay for one more hour but then I'll show it to you, okay?” The pout that unconsciously formed made its owner's agreement hard to believe but Jungkook ignored it, knowing the time will fly by. They had a good time until the hyungs left and the young ones pretended they didn't notice that their fingers were intertwined on their way out, still unsure of what their relationship status was.

”It's obvious they're whipped for each other.” The brown-haired artist mumbled and turned to watch his favourite eye smile. ”God, you're so pretty.”

”Thank you. Tae bought me this sweater.” It was a rainbowy one and even if Jungkook was not referring to his choice of clothing he took a few seconds to appreciate how beautiful it looked on him. Truth to be told, anything looked good on Jimin. ”Can I see?” A shy finger pointed towards his bandage and the elder chuckled before his left hand began tugging at the edges of the foil.

There were places where ink was still smeared and Jungkook had enough tattoos to know the process of healing wouldn't stop anytime soon, no matter how little the piece was. Jimin seemed completely star-struck, his velvety lips parted; he obviously recognised the drawing – it was his doodle imprinted on his lover's skin.

”Oh my God!”

”Do you like it?” The man sounded hesitant and the student answered by pulling him closer by the hand in order to study the tattoo better. ”I think it's beautiful.”

”I think you're beautiful.” Jimin replied with a shameless grin and pressed his lips near the cream-covered patch of skin. It was rare that he would voice his thoughts on his boyfriend's appearance but that was what he truly believed – Jungkook was drop-dead gorgeous. ”I also think that I love you.”

”You think?!” He faked shock and received a playful slap on his shoulder.

”I'm sure.” The pink-haired boy pursed his lips, begging for another kiss that didn't wait to appear, this time slow and steady.

”I'm pretty sure that I love you too.” Jungkook grinned as soon as their mouths parted.

Notes:

ヽ(｡ゝ∀･)☆･ﾟ:*☆ Hewo! Thank you so much for reading ~ I really hope you enjoyed this chapter and I'm eager to read your opinion! Truth to be told, I've been very nervous about this chapter because I know the story probably didn't take the turn you've expected. I took the possibility of them breaking up for a while in consideration but I decided that Jungkook wouldn't give up on Jimin. I know they've been through a lot but he is kind enough and loves him enough to take in consideration the fact that he has almost died and that he's having a harder time than he does. We'll just have to see how their relationship will evolve. I hope you will have an wonderful week and that you'll take great care of yourself!☆