Taehyung stirred in his seat as an announcement disturbed his not-so-peaceful sleep. He looked around in confusion until the realisation dawned upon him.

He was in a flight....on the way to Auckland. He was supposed to take this time as a break,to help his mind get rid of unnecessary thoughts and burdens. He was supposed to enjoy the time alone till the things return back to normal in Seoul. But the problem was, can he do it? Will he be able to get through these days, living miles away_ a life completely different from what he had till now?

How will he enjoy the time knowing everyone there is still struggling to get the mafia in his right place?

His chain of thoughts came to halt as he heard someone calling his name,

"Taehyung?"

He looked to the side and found the person to whom he was entrusted with_ for all this time.

"We'll be landing soon. Don't think too much,everything will be fine."

Taehyung smiled and nodded, clueless as to what will happen in coming days.

Soon,the flight arrived and the duo headed out of the airport in search of their car.

Dr.Yang was a trusted man with hundreds of connections around the world. Besides his excellence in professionalism, he was also the heir of a multinational company in China. An outgoing personality with great sense of responsibility _that's how you could describe him.

"There it is,"He gestured towards a car parked pretty much at distance from the parking area. Yang shook his head defeatedly,laughing at his helpless friend who waved at him from afar. Neither the car belonged to him not did the building where car was parked...still he stood there as if he owns everything.

He isn't normal but seems interesting, thought younger.

But he sure was handsome.......and seemed korean as well.

Apparently_Park Seojoon.

The journey ahead of him was new but a lots of things awaited him in the city of New Zealand.

Taehyung closed his eyes,basking a whole different vibe of the place....letting his spirit soar and live the time there as he never lived before.

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Jungkook was at the dining table with jihwan and miyoung. He kept twirling the forks thoughtlessly while spacing out. The couple were worried cause he needs to understand the situation and deal with it as soon as possible. That's the only way for taehyung to return.

Miyoung sighed placing her forks down and she went to other side of the table where jungkook was sitting. She caressed the back of her son,rubbing soothing circles over it to comfort him. She was well aware of what jungkook is going through.

He was too protective for his tae to let him go so far away, without him.

"Jungkookah,"She called him,tired of the events going on recently.

"He'll be fine,you know that. Don't overstress yourself,hmm?"

He got up from the chair and hugged miyoung the next moment.

She wasn't expecting this,and couldn't stop tears from trickling down her face.

"I know mom,what we did was the only way to protect him. But how can I forget what he really wanted to tell me before saying goodbye. He was being strong just for me mom...

He can't deceive me by just his expressions. I know him way too better than he knows himself.

I don't know how will he manage all this,"he tried hard to restrain the stinging tears while recalling past few days.

"He will manage it soon,son. Just like how he acted tough in front of you....he'll get through this as well.

He can endure this much if it costs your life ahead. Don't blame yourself too much."

"Miyoung is right, jungkookah. Taehyung is stronger and more mature than you think. He will do it for you. Believe in him,ok?

Now finish the dinner and get some sleep. Many things need to be get done as early as possible,"jihwan added smiling at his son in understanding.

The dinner ended pretty quick and jungkook headed to bed after going through some office work.

He needs to end things quickly and for once.

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"I made some fried rice,let's have some."

Dr.Yang said taehyung who was busy unpacking. The apartment was cozy and more than enough for both of them. He loved the place but nothing could replace the void he was feeling right now.

Letting out a deep breath,he headed downstairs. The table was set up and yang was serving the plates.

"I know how to cook some basic dishes. So you can ask me if you're hungry at even late hours,"He said smiling brightly and they both took the seats.

"Thanks hyung, it's really nice of you."

The early dinner went smoothly while enjoying the beautiful view of the city. Taehyung loved nature and this place was definitely driving him closer to its unique beauties.

"Would you like to take a walk after this?"yang asked him bringing back him from the trance.

"I'm tired hyung,let's call it a day."

"No problem,take rest then."

Both headed to their respective rooms after the dinner. Taehyung stared at the cell phone placed on the bed. It took him everything to not call or text jungkook at the moment. There was going to be no contact at all till everything gets back to normal. Taehyung was given new cell phone and a new contact number. Although he remembered their numbers but knowing very well how easily he could be traced while trying to contact any of them_was the biggest threat. He couldn't take risk and that's what he did.

He got busy unpacking his remaining stuff when he got hold of a box. His eyes were glistening looking at it and he gulped opening it.

A simple yet elegant necklace came into view and he started sobbing while holding the box closer to him.

The lane of memories ran down his mind looking at the necklace in his hands. He could feel jungkook just by looking at it......the scent of him suddenly wrapping youngers fragile frame like he was getting hugged by the other.

'Taehyung bid his goodbyes to everyone and got in the car. Jungkook was driving tae and hobi to the airport. The same day hobi was leaving for Texas to participate in the research he applied for. Jungkook glanced at younger through the front mirror and sped up towards the airport.

The drive was silent and in 20 minutes they reached their destination. Dr.Yang was already there waiting for them to arrive.

Hobi was the first to check in after greeting three of them. Dr.Yang went to check upon the flight details just in case.

Taehyung couldn't dare to look at the elder or even talk to him. He knew it won't end good for both of them.

"Tae,"elder called for him as they were taking seat in the waiting lounge.

He took out the small box from his pocket and opened it. Taehyung was amazed by how elegant the necklace looked. It was a perfect masterpiece.

"Take this with you babe, I was going to give you this when things would be back to normal. But I can't keep it anymore,it belongs to you tae,"he said and handed the box to younger.

Taehyung kept silent as his eyes never left the beautiful ornament. On the other hand,jungkook was staring at the most precious blessing in his life the whole time. He could never find anything as beautiful and mesmerising as his taehyung.

The announcement regarding the flight was heard and both could feel their hearts racing with the passing seconds.

Dr.Yang gestured taehyung to follow him and he proceeded to check in first.

Taehyung secured the box safely and got up to leave.

"Give me a month tae,just 30 days. I'll try and catch that fvcktard no matter what. I promise to come back the next moment he meets the devils in hell.

I'm sorry......wait for me, babe."

Taehyung smiled with great effort and rushed to feel the arms of jungkook_that would always secure him so dearly_for the the last time before leaving. He took his time..... taking in the moment with his kookie and tried to take all the scent he could from him. He will miss everything about his possessive kookie for rest of the time.

"It will hurt not having you by my side kookie, but It'll hurt like hell not having you at all.

I'm going just because you promised to come get me soon! Don't be late...please,"

Jungkook nodded still holding him closer by waist. They shared many promises and confessions by looking through each other's eyes. This moment held the universe for them.

Jungkook pulled him into a short kiss, making sure to pour his love as much as possible. Their lips denied to break apart as the taste of each other was more captivating than ever at the moment_knowing they won't be able to feel this any soon.

"Take care,jungkook. Love you....a lot."

Taehyung caressed the beautiful pattern over the necklace,his honey soft cheeks soaked with silent tears as the same words left his mouth,

"Love you kook...to the universe & back. I'm waiting for you."

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Adopting the pace of mesmerising nature in the auckland, taehyung learnt to be patient with time. Every morning would bring a gloomy ambience for each day. The surreal dusking skies would try their best to ease his saddened nights. The time seemed to pass aimlessly and the clock continued ticking regardless of anything.

He was currently standing in front of a large glass window of an office. He was in an art gallery,which is owned by his new hyung_Seojoon.

The busy streets of city life would remind him of the Seoul,his home.

"Would you like chocolate shake, taehyungah?"

He was brought out of the trance as a familiar voice invaded his senses.

There stood the owner of art gallery, that taehyung would often visit these days. He was definitely getting closer to this person. Although it took some time but they were friends by now.

"Sure hyung,get me a hamburger as well."

He smiled at the said male and watched him nodding with a grin while heading outside the office.

Its been almost two weeks. Two weeks since taehyung was introduced to this city of newzeland. It wasn't easy for him to accept the reality and get along with it. He used to spend the whole day at home,inside his room at first. Dr.Yang and Seojoon both tried hard to keep him company but he would refuse and preferred to stay alone.

After about a week,being a nature enthusiast, he would go out with yang to different beautiful tourist spots that displayed amazing view of mother nature. With time,yang would take him to art exhibitions and museums, knowing his interest well. That's how he came to know about the art gallery owned by Seojoon and nowadays he is mostly seen in Seojoon's office_enjoying his time alone or along with him.

A knock was heard and next moment Seojoon entered the office with youngers menu. Taehyung being irresistible to adore with his cuteness and innocence was getting spoiled by both the males even miles away from the family.

"Here's you order,sir. Would you like anything else?"

Taehyung giggled at his hyung and took the parcel from him.

"Thanks hyung."

"No need taehyungah, I love doing such little things for you."

They enjoyed snacks together,taking in the sunset view from the glass wall in front.

The soothing music enveloped the air with a lovely feel,making them take in the beauty of view to its fullest.

There were stories left unsaid,waiting to get a new start and be an amazing tales of times.

The way they folded their page at the corner together.....promising to come back at it soon,was the only thing that kept them going. Both of them realising that the hardest thing ever was not the hurdles on their way but walking away from each other while still being madly in love.

Taehyung was lost in the view,once again missing jungkook to the last piece,when Seojoon called for him.

"Did you just draw this,taehyung?"

He looked at his side towards the paper where Seojoon was staring at.

"Yeah,just scribbling nothing else."

"No! That's almost done,you just need few finishing strokes taehyungah. This is beyond scribbling let me tell you."

Taehyung smiled looking at the said male and glanced at the paper before turning back to the view outside.

"Why don't you try painting if you've time?"Seojoon asked still observing the art piece.

"Hmm....I got this advice many time hyung. But I was too busy with my work schedule, besides I love my current passion for business. I don't feel like doing anything else."

"No one is pressuring you here to be artistic or professional and all. Just learn some details and you'll paint really well_trust me."

Taehyung thought for a moment and turned to face his hyung.

"I would love to give it a try here. I've nothing else to do anyways.

And I want to paint my memories to treasure them. This is the perfect timing,I guess."

Seojoon nodded with excitement.

"I'll give you daily lessons here in the evening time. I don't have business at this hour usually. Is it good with you?"

"Sure! Thanks hyung,feels like I'll use my time well here."

"Pleasure is mine!"

Each day spent here in the city,was like surviving yet another battle of life for taehyung without his love. But there lies a hope as well that each spending second will ultimately bring you closer to the one you're waiting for.

It isn't always the butterflies and crazy going imaginations that tell us we're madly in love......But it can be the pain gushing through your veins while missing the same person as well.

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~what if I'm down,

What if I'm out,

What if I'm someone you don't want around....

I'm falling again,I'm falling again,

I'm falling...........