traumatic love / Jikook

Tangled Emotions

  ARC1/CHP15 : Tangled Emotions

" HYUNGIE !!  "

" HYUNG"

"Jimin, why are you shouting?"

"Jin hyung, have you seen Jungkookie hyung?"

"Ah, I think he's upstairs in the office with Yoongi. Is everything okay?" Jin asked, furrowing his brow in confusion.

"Hyung, what is love?" Jimin inquired, taking a seat in front of the counter while Jin was busy whipping up a delicious meal.

"Whoa, you really don't know what love is, Jimin-ah?" Jin asked, his eyes widening with surprise. Jimin merely nodded, confusion etched upon his face.

"Well, it's a complex blend of emotions and..." Jin began to explain, but he abruptly stopped when he heard Jimin's pitiful whines.

"Hyung! I'm not exactly a forest-dweller, you know," Jimin chuckled. "What I really mean to ask is, how do you decipher the complex emotions of love? How do you know for certain that the fluttery sensations in your heart are actually the real deal?"

"Jimin-ah" Jin began with a gentle smile, "did you know that there are two distinct forms of love? The first is the love we give to our friends, family, and loved ones, which is pure and selfless. But then there's the other type of love, the one reserved for that special someone. This love is unique, like a fiery inferno that burns within you, igniting a passion that is unparalleled and unmatched. It's a feeling that's beyond words, and you'll know it when you feel it."

 Jin gazed into Jimin's eyes, searching for understanding. "I know it may sound abstract, but trust me, you'll know it when you feel it."

Jimin grinned and offered a warm, grateful smile to the older man before sauntering away, his thoughts in a whirl. He mused that it was easier to articulate an idea than to truly grasp its meaning, and wondered if perhaps he should seek the input of others. So, with a determined step, he made his way to Namjoon's study room and gave a light knock on the door.

"Hyung, are you in there?" he called out, his voice laced with excitement

Jimin rapped his knuckles on the door and called out, "Hyung, are you in there?"

Namjoon's voice carried through the wooden barrier, "Enter, Jimin-ah! What brings you here today? Want to hit the books together?"

Jimin winced at the suggestion. "Oh, dear heavens, no. Hyung"

 Namjoon laughed, the hint of amusement in his voice. "then, what brings you here today?"

Jimin hesitantly entered the room, his nerves getting the best of him. "I was wondering if maybe you could help me understand something," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.

Namjoon's eyes lit up with interest. "Of course, what do you need help with?" he asked, settling back into his chair.

"Love, hyung," Jimin breathed, his eyes pleading. "Please, can you tell me what love is?"

"Love, my dear friend, why the sudden curiosity?" Namjoon teased, a smirk creeping onto his lips.

"Hyung, don't make assumptions," he retorted, causing Namjoon to burst into laughter.

"I'm just joking, okay? So, let me ask you, do you want to learn about the definition of love or the experience of being in love?"

Namjoon's gaze intensified as he awaited his friend's response.

"The experience," his friend replied, causing Namjoon's nod of approval.

"Oh, my dear curious one. Allow me to enlighten you on the vast landscape of love. From the pure and selfless Agape to the fiery passion of Eros, to the deep bond of Philia, and the practical and steadfast Pragma, love comes in many forms. Each is as unique and beautiful as a snowflake." Namjoon began with a twinkle in his eye, eager to delve into the mysteries of the heart.