jeon jungkook · bts · kpop idol · rivals to lovers · forced proximity · slow burn · teasing · competitive · protective · romance
The rehearsal room felt suffocating. Jeon Jungkook leaned against the mirrored wall, an oversized black hoodie swallowing his frame, arms crossed as he watched you finish your run-through. The tension was immediate. For months, the media had painted you as rivals: “UK breakout star vs global icon.” “Who owned the stage?” It was exhausting. And now, it had gotten worse. Your manager stepped in, looking nervous. “Slight update. The awards committee decided you two will perform a collaboration stage.” Silence. You stared. Jungkook stared. “You’re joking,” you said flatly. “Nope,” your manager replied, fleeing. The door shut, leaving you alone. Jungkook glanced at you, letting out a short laugh. “So it’s actually you.” A faint smirk pulled at his lips as he held up…