As the days passed, Jungkook was still confused.

As much as he wanted to keep his mind off that topic, it wouldn't work.

He even did some research on it, but all of the forums and videos he came across basically said the same thing:

You just know.

But Jungkook did not.

He kept thinking about Taehyung, the way he just kept everything a secret and put up with whatever came at him.

How did he even manage?

Taehyung was different from other boys Jungkook knew.

He was quiet, a bit reserved and kind of... delicate.

He never felt the need to show off his abilities, he always wanted the best for everyone and knew how to make people laugh.

Thinking of that, Jungkook subconsciously smiled.

And remembering all the times Taehyung was at his side to make him feel better, he felt his heart swell with pride.

Until he suddenlg remembered something.

'What are you? His boyfriend or something?'

'Excuse me? Not that it's any of your business but... he's not! Don't make me regret forgiving you.'

He sat up straight, his heart beating slightly faster.

Did he hesitate? When that son of a bitch asked if I was his boyfriend, did he hesitate? Why do I feel like he did? And why would he hesitate?

Then he remembered something else.

'Don't get jealous over something like that, Jungkook. It's not like you're my boyfriend or anything-'

His mouth opened slightly.

That word. Boyfriend.

It made him think.

What would it be like to be his boyfriend?

And what would it be like to have him as my boyfriend?

He then remembered having Taehyung on his lap, hugging him.

It felt nice.

And suddenly, Jungkook forgot about his constant girlfriend-crises.

Despite never having thought about any boy in that way, he couldn't help but admit that the imagination of Taehyung being his boyfriend made his heart jump a little.

He didn't know why.

What's wrong with you, Jungkook? He's your best friend and doesn't like you in that way! And you never thought of anything else than girls, what changed?

Truthfully, he did not know.

But, of course, Taehyung and his confession had something to do with it.

And then again, girls are so complicated sometimes.

They're so moody and bossy, and they can't seem to take a hint sometimes!

Maybe boys are different?

I would actually like to find out...

Jungkook realized that he wouldn't have a problem with trying to go out with a boy, which quite shocked him, since he obviously couldn't stand a chance in this homophobic environment.

Weird... Weird how this suddenly happened... But then again, I never thought about it.

I might even have a type, a boy-type.

Someone soft who really cares about me and is thoughtful.

And shy. And adorable. With a beautiful smile. And pretty hands.

Someone like...

Jungkook widened his eyes while whisper-shouting:

"Taehyung?!"

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"Mom, I need to ask you something," Jungkook spoke as he walked in on his mother cooking dinner in the kitchen.

"Yes, sweetie?" She turned off the sink and turned her head around to face her son.

"Umm... T-This is kind of a random question, I guess. But... umm...

Would it be theoretically possible to... umm... like girls and boys?" Jungkook couldn't help but stutter.

"Ooh Jungkookie, Taehyung came out to you now, huh?" She smiled slightly.

"Y-Yeah but... that's not why I was asking. Just... curious." He avoided her eyes.

"There's one thing you need to know. We can't control who we fall in love with and we can't control who we are attracted to.

If you can imagine going out with a boy just like you would with a girl, then you may, indeed, be attracted to both genders. Bisexual, in other words.

But why are you really asking, Kook? Is there something we need to talk about?" She looked at him with an encouraging gaze.

"Huh? I don't know. I just thought about different possibilities and stuff, no real reason. Forget I asked." Fleeing her gaze, Jungkook talked himself out of it, suddenly feeling stupid.

There's no way. I was just being silly.

Truthfully, he just couldn't admit the fact that what his mother just told him, perfectly fit his thoughts.

But it couldn't be, it just didn't feel right.

But then again, it did.

And suddenly, he saw Taehyung in his mind.

How did he know?

No, no, no. Taehyung was different from him.

He liked girls.

Only girls.

Why do I feel so frustrated?

He didn't notice his mother looking at him suspectingly.

It was like she could see through him, and hear every word his mind told him.

For now, it seemed like she decided to drop the topic.

"So, how did you react?"

Jungkook averted his gaze to his mother again.

"I told him that I accept him. And support him. Because I do, obviously. But mom..." He leaned towards the counter, another thought suddenly corrupting his head.

"Yes, Jungkook?" She positioned herself next to him, a curious look on her face.

"Taehyung told me... you were the first person he came out to. But what about his parents, hasn't he told them yet?" He looked at her worriedly, Mrs. Jeon returned his look with an extremely sad one.

"Kook... have you ever met Taehyung's dad?" Jungkook thought for a second, until it hit him.

Indeed, he had never met Taehyung's dad properly. Never, in the many years they knew each other.

He may have seen his face once or twice accidentally, but they never talked.

"No, not really. But what does that have to do with anything?" The boy frowned as she sighed.

"I think there's a good reason Taehyung hasn't told his parents, Jungkook. You know, not everyone's accepting like you and me. Some people can't seem to accept perfectly normal things... And Taehyung's father is one of those people. His mother seems to be fine, but his dad surely isn't."

She shuddered.

"I've met him once in my life and I never want to meet him again, he's exactly what a father should not be like." She looked over to her son and patted his head.

"Thank god your dad is not like that. I can't believe Minyoung married such an evil man." He faced her with a questioning look on his face.

"Why? What'd he do?" She frowned.

"You know, parents are supposed to support and love their kids but all I've seen him doing is bring his son down, compare him to other people and shame him. My poor baby." Jungkook frowned aswell, feeling his heart clench.

"I don't like him," he spoke quietly.

I hope Taehyung is okay.

He is, right?

He's strong, he can get through anything.

That's what I like about him.

By the thought of Taehyung, Jungkook's face lit up a bit.

"Me neither. Taehyung deserves the best, can't wait 'til he gets his first boyfriend." Jungkook froze at that.

He knew Taehyung deserved the best, he wanted him to be happy...

But the thought of Taehyung having a boyfriend made him feel a slight, uncomfortable feeling in his gut.

What's wrong with you, Jungkook?

Taehyung deserved to be in a relationship, with someone who would completely understand him, respect him and treat him like a jewel.

Someone like me.

Jungkook quietly gasped and shook his head.

No, I'm just being stupid. What am I even thinking?! I'm just tired right now.

And I'm just not used to see Taehyung in a relationship with someone else, let alone a boy. And that's it!

Nothing more than that.

"Me neither, mom. Are you done? Let's eat, I'll call dad." Jungkook pushed his thoughts aside and smiled at his mother, who ruffled his hair and smiled back.

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(A/N: Hiiii, so here's another chapter of Jungkook questioning his whole life again and some mother-son time uwu

Also, this book really hit 2,1K reads and I could not be more happy,

Thank you so much 💜💜💜 )