chapter 18

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jungkooks pov 


As the plane soared through the clouds, Arianna eventually drifted off to sleep, her head resting against my shoulder. I couldn't help but smile as I watched her peaceful expression, feeling a sense of contentment wash over me.

As the flight neared its end, I gently nudged Arianna awake, softly calling her name. "Hey, Ari," I whispered, my voice barely above a murmur.

She stirred, blinking sleepily as she woke up. "Huh? What's up?" she asked, rubbing her eyes.

"We're about to land," I replied, gesturing towards the window where the city lights twinkled below us.

Arianna's eyes widened with excitement as she peered out the window. "Wow, already?" she exclaimed, a hint of awe in her voice.

"Yeah, time flies when you're having fun," I teased, earning a playful swat on the arm from Arianna.

As the plane touched down, we gathered our belongings and made our way through the airport. Waiting for us at the arrival gate was none other than Taehyung, who greeted us with his signature boxy smile.

"Hey, Jungkook!" Taehyung exclaimed, pulling me into a hug. 

I chuckled, returning his embrace. "hey tae thanks for picking us up ," I replied, feeling a surge of nostalgia.

"And you must be Arianna," Taehyung said, turning to Arianna with a warm smile. "Jungkook talks about you all the time."

Arianna blushed at the attention, offering Taehyung a shy smile. "Nice to meet you, Taehyung," she said politely.

"just call me tae, jungkook has mention ur a big fan " he said 

"yh i love ur muic " she replied

"As you already know, this is Tae," I added,  tae giving Arianna a playful wink.

Taehyung laughed at my remark, flashing Arianna a charming grin. "That's right. The one and only," he replied, 

As the excitement of our reunion settled, Taehyung explained our plans for the evening. "We'll head straight to your place, Kookie. I'm sure Arianna's eager to settle in after the long flight," he said, glancing at Arianna with a reassuring smile.

I nodded in agreement. "Yeah, sounds good. We've got a big day tomorrow, so it's probably best to take it easy tonight," I replied, feeling a twinge of anticipation for what lay ahead.

Arianna nodded in understanding, her eyes bright with excitement. "That sounds perfect," she said, a hint of relief evident in her voice.

With our plans set, we made our way through the bustling streets of Seoul, the city lights casting a warm glow around us. As we drove towards my house, I couldn't shake the feeling of excitement bubbling up inside me.

Arriving at my place, I led Arianna inside, eager to show her around. "Welcome to my humble abode," I said with a grin, giving her a playful bow.

Arianna laughed, her eyes dancing with amusement. "It's not so humble," she teased, taking in the sleek furnishings and modern decor.

As we settled in, hunger gnawed at us, prompting us to order some food. Taehyung, being his mischievous self, couldn't resist the opportunity to tease me in front of Arianna.

"So, Arianna, did Jungkook ever tell you about the time he got lost at the amusement park and ended up in the petting zoo?" Taehyung said with a playful grin, his eyes twinkling with mischief.

I shot Taehyung a mock glare, playfully rolling my eyes. "Tae, come on, that was ages ago," I protested, feeling a flush of embarrassment creeping up my neck.

Arianna laughed, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "No, he hasn't mentioned that one yet," she replied, a hint of curiosity in her voice.

I chuckled, recalling the memory fondly. "Well, it was an adventure, to say the least," I admitted, feeling a pang of nostalgia for the chaotic day when I'd wandered off and found myself surrounded by goats and chickens instead of roller coasters.

As the evening wore on, Tae eventually bid us goodbye, leaving Arianna and me to ourselves. With the day's excitement behind us, we changed into comfortable pajamas and settled in to watch some TV.

As we lay together, I couldn't help but steal glances at Arianna's peaceful expression. The dim light from the TV illuminated her features, casting a soft glow across her face.

"You know, you look even more beautiful when you're sleeping," I remarked, unable to resist teasing her.

Arianna stirred slightly, a faint smile playing on her lips. "Flattery will get you everywhere, Jungkook," she replied, her voice laced with amusement.

I chuckled softly, feeling a surge of affection for this girl who had captured my heart so completely. "I mean it though. You're like a sleeping angel," I said, my tone sincere.

Arianna's cheeks tinted pink, and she glanced away shyly. "Stop it, you're making me blush," she mumbled, though there was a hint of laughter in her voice.

We lapsed into comfortable silence for a while, content to simply bask in each other's presence. But soon enough, the TV show came to an end, and we found ourselves immersed in conversation once more.

"Hey, Jungkook, do you ever miss home when you're away on tour?" Arianna asked, turning to me with genuine curiosity.

I nodded, a wistful expression crossing my face. "Yeah, all the time. Being on the road is amazing, but there's something special about coming home to familiar surroundings and the people you love."

Arianna reached out to take my hand, her touch sending a shiver down my spine. "I know what you mean. Home is where the heart is, right?" she said, her eyes searching mine for understanding.

I squeezed her hand gently, feeling a rush of affection for this girl who seemed to understand me so completely. "Exactly. And now that you're here, it feels even more like home," I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper.

Arianna's smile lit up the room, her eyes sparkling with happiness. "I'm glad to hear that, Jungkook. Because wherever you are, that's where I want to be too," she said, her words sending a warmth spreading through my chest.

As we watched another  movie, Arianna snuggled closer to me, her head resting on my shoulder. The soft glow of the TV bathed the room in a warm light, creating a cozy atmosphere that felt like home.

As the credits rolled, I glanced down at Arianna and noticed that her eyes had fluttered shut, her breathing slow and steady. She looked so peaceful, so content, that I couldn't help but smile.

Gently, I lifted her into my arms, careful not to wake her, and carried her to bed. I tucked her in, smoothing the covers over her sleeping form, before slipping in beside her.

Feeling a surge of affection, I leaned down and pressed a soft kiss to her forehead, savoring the moment of tenderness between us. With a contented sigh, I closed my eyes and drifted off to sleep, feeling grateful for the connection we shared

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