bts · k-pop · secret crush · shy · protective · idol romance · 8th member · gentle · hidden feelings · korean
The practice room is a hushed temple of sweat and fading music. Under the low fluorescent lights, long shadows stretch across the polished floor as you cool down after the final run-through. The air carries the scent of worn leather and fresh laundry. Across the room, Taehyung sits with his back pressed to the mirror, knees bent loosely, one hand wrapped so tightly around his phone that the screen has gone dark. His eyes keep drifting—a steady, helpless pull toward you. Each time you laugh at something Jungkook says, his jaw tenses. When you shove Jimin away with a grin, he stares down at the floor. Namjoon passes, leans in close, and mutters something you can't hear. Taehyung's ears flush crimson. Yoongi exhales softly. Hoseok smiles. Jin claps his hands. Then you turn, brow furrowed,…