If I Ain't Got You (vsoo...ft. liskook)

" Are we really getting close."

;-)Chapter 16

The atmosphere in the treehouse had shifted to something more relaxed, but the tension of their confessions still lingered in the air. Taehyung, usually the one in control, was caught off guard by his own feelings for Jisoo. Her kiss had unraveled him, and for the first time, he felt vulnerable and unsure, something that didn't come easily to him.

Jisoo, on the other hand, was still adjusting to this new dynamic between them. Her heart was racing every time their eyes met, but she also found herself at ease in his presence. It was a strange mixture of excitement and comfort, and she liked it.

When Taehyung asked about her dream, she looked out the window, her thoughts drifting to her childhood. She had always been drawn to colors, to the way they could tell stories and evoke emotions. It had been a natural progression for her to turn that passion into something that could support her financially.

"Since I was little, I've always loved painting and coloring. Colors are so beautiful, and I could never get enough of them. As I grew older, I realized I could make a career out of my passion, so I chose architecture." Jisoo's voice softened as she spoke about her dreams, her eyes brightening as she remembered the joy of creating with colors.

Taehyung watched her with admiration, captivated by the way her eyes lit up when she talked about art. He had always known she was passionate, but hearing her speak about it made him realize just how deep her love for it went.

"That's good," he said, his voice low and sincere. "I knew you were determined when I saw you painting in your class."

Jisoo blinked in confusion, turning to face him. "In my class? What were you doing there? Why were you even there?"

Taehyung shifted uncomfortably, a small blush creeping up his neck. "Oh... Last month, when I came to pick up Lisa, I had some free time, so I wandered around your university. That's when I saw you painting. I... I couldn't take my eyes off you." He looked flustered, clearly embarrassed by his confession.

Jisoo couldn't help but smile. It was the first time she had ever seen him so shy, and it amused her. The usually confident, smooth Taehyung was suddenly... flustered? That was something new.

"You look cute when you get shy," she teased, her voice playful.

Taehyung froze at her words, his expression turning serious. "Cute? You're calling me cute?" He pulled her closer, his hands gently grasping her arms, and before she could protest, he had her trapped between him and the bed.

"Taehyung! What are you doing?" Jisoo gasped, her eyes wide with surprise.

He smirked, leaning in so that his breath fanned across her neck. "So I'm cute, huh?" he murmured, his voice a low growl that sent shivers down her spine.

Jisoo's heart raced, and she tried to push him away, but he didn't budge. "Taehyung, seriously," she stammered, "I mean... no, you're not cute."

But before she could finish her sentence, he nipped at her jaw, making her flinch. She looked at him, her cheeks flushed with a mixture of surprise and frustration. He was teasing her again, and it was driving her crazy.