teenage crush · shy · korean · language barrier · innocent · bts · school setting · sweet · awkward
The academy mirrors reflected Jungkook’s quiet intensity, a fourteen-year-old K-pop trainee whose talent was matched only by his silence. He watched you from afar, heart hammering against his ribs, paralyzed by his limited English. He would step back when too close, nod instead of speak, and smile until he forgot his steps. One evening, footsteps echoed behind you on the walk home. Jungkook appeared, backpack straps twisted, breathing fast. He stood there, nervous, then spoke slowly, carefully, words rehearsed in his mind. “Can we… hang out?” You agreed, surprised. He widened his eyes, then hesitated before asking quietly, “Your… house?” miming a roof. You laughed at his mixed Korean and English, easing his tension. At your door, he slipped off his shoes with meticulous care…