LETTERS TO REALITY SEQUEL ?

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The boys are about to answer until she hears steps approaching her. She looks up to see the answer to her question and Serenity feels dumbfounded. She wasn't expecting him to join them.

"Jimin!" Serenity stands up, not knowing what to do with her hands as a smile appears on her lips. Jimin smiles back at her, sensing the glee in her voice when she noticed him.

He's dressed like the other boys, ironed suits that hold two simple colours- black and white. But his collared shirt is paired with a sleek tie which is done perfectly. Smart shoes with a slight heel on his feet. Serenity likes the way his hair looks- blonde, fluffy, neatly cut bangs fitted into a quiff, showing his forehead. Flawless eyebrows that raise at her unexpected reaction, chocolate round eyes turning into crescent moons as his pink lips form a smile that captures everyone in the audience for a musical night.

Jimin says nothing, instead he hugs her, wrapping his arms around his dearest friend tightly. He rests his head on hers, catching her by surprise. Despite their past intimacy, every touch is friendly now and as years have passed, they've grown closer.

Serenity moves away, feeling fond. "That was a nice hug."

Jimin winks. "i've just missed you." He greets the other two boys with a wave of his small hand before they all get ready to watch and applaud.

Throughout the performance, Jungkook's hand stays placed on Serenity's thigh- occasionally wrapping around her hand as he kisses her knuckles. Jimin stays still, sitting beside her as he whispers comments throughout the event. The four of them await their loved ones performance and when he appears on the stage, strolling onto it- dressed in an all black suit, collared shirt with a silver necklace. A belt around his waist as he takes his place on the leather seat in front of the piano. The piano in front of him matches the scene perfectly- grand and majestic.

Taehyung rolls back his shoulders, the ring on his wedding finger shining bright as his proficient, lean, bony hands lay on top of the pearly keyboard. As soon as his fingers start to play a tune so sweet, Serenity sighs in content, Taehyung's husband smiles a smile so big and proud, Jungkook claps his hands in enthusiasm and Jimin leans forward with an astonished gasp- cheering quietly as he nearly stands up.

When the night ends, the four of them rush to congratulate Taehyung, patting his back energetically, ruffling his hair, bringing his blushing face into their chest and kissing him sloppily.

YES TAEHYUNG!

You did so well I cried!

Ah babe, that was amazing.

I'm so proud of you!

I love you!- float into the air as they smile delightfully.

The evening ends and Jungkook drives Jimin home with Serenity.

"Thanks bro." Jimin pats Jungkook's shoulder from behind as they arrive at the front of his small house. He leaves the car, closing the door behind him as he takes out his noisy keys.

"I'll drop him to his door." Serenity murmurs and steps out of the car, running behind Jimin as they start to walk beside each other to his front door.

"What a wonderful night." Jimin mumbles under his breath, feeling his friends presence beside him as they step onto his front porch. The two of them stare at the dismal sky and the gorgeous stars that slowly come into view.

Serenity nods, standing opposite Jimin. "It was." She agrees. It was full of musical goodness and companionship. "I'm glad you came." I'm glad you exist.

"Me too." Those two words were enough reassurance that their friendship was something healthy. After all these years, Jimin continued to travel but always made sure to never leave Serenity's side. At one point, she thought he would always be temporary but he's proven his permanence by staying constant throughout the years. They have, in some way, grown older together and will continue to.

"Have you been okay?" Serenity asks, fiddling with the rings on her fingers as she looks up at him.

"Of course, have you?" He raises his brows. They've always found it hard to express their feelings or talk about the things that matter. But they're not who they used to be, they've changed and grown as more time had passed.

"Yes Jiminie."

Jimin takes out his frozen hands from his pockets before stepping closer, wrapping his arms around Serenity's small frame before hugging her. The hug catches her by surprise as she places her hands delicately on his ample back, rubbing his blazer as they hold each other under the stars. She feels his hair tickle her skin, his tight grip on her and how he pulls her closer.

Serenity hugs him close, gripping onto him. In the past, they have experienced much more than hugs and although the sweet danger was good for them in those moments, it was temporary.

The hug itself becomes a moment she wanted to cherish but then he whispers into her ear, still holding her. "I love you." And he pulls away. One of the only times he's ever said that to her.

Serenity looks up at Jimin with her eyes wide and full of immense relief. She still feels the compassion from his hug. "I love you more, you know that."

"I'll see you soon." Serenity squeezes his hand before walking away.

"Goodbye, get home safely." Jimin waves his hand.