Chapter 42

                                    

                                          

                            

                                
                            
                              
                                  
                              
                              
                                
                                  
                                  
                                
                              
                             
                            
                            
                          
                          
Y/N's POV
The morning light filtered softly through the curtains, casting a gentle glow over the room. I stirred awake and eyes slowly adjusting to the morning brightness. As i blinked, i realized i wasn't alone. Taehyung lay beside me, his arms wrapped snugly around my waist. My heart skipped a beat as i noticed how close our faces were, his serene expression captivating me.
I couldn't't help but admire his features- his long lashes, perfectly sculpted nose, and those slightly parted lips that hinted at a dreamy smile. Lost in my thoughts, i reached out a hand, my fingers gently tracing the lines of his face.
Suddenly, his eyes fluttered open, catching me in the act. Startled, i pulled my hand back, a rush of embarrassment flooding my cheeks. Taehyung chuckled softly, his deep voice still tinged with sleep. "I know I'm handsome," he teased, a playful glint in his eyes. "And I'm all yours. You can do whatever you want to me."
His cheesy words made my cheeks flush a deep red. I buried my face in the pillow, trying to hide my embarrassment. Seeing my reaction, Taehyung couldn't resist teasing me further.
"You're so cute when you're embarrassed," he said, his voice filled with amusement. "But really, you can touch my face all you want. I don't mind."
"Yah, Kim Taehyung! Stop it!" I scolded, trying to push myself up, but he tightened his hold, pulling me even closer.
"Where do you think you're going?" he whispered softly, his breath warm against my ear. "Stay here with me a little longer."
My heart raced at his words, and I found myself unable to look away from his gaze. Taehyung's playful demeanor softened, his eyes filled with a tender intensity.
"Doll" he murmured, his voice low and sincere. "You have no idea how much you mean to me. Last night, I was so scared of losing you. But your words, your promise to stay by my side, it means everything to me."
I could hear the sincerity in his words, and my heart fluttered at his confession. Yet, my mind couldn't easily forget how he had mistreated me in the past. A part of me wanted to believe that he had changed, but another part still harbored doubts. I stayed silent, not wanting to give in too easily.
Taehyung held me close, his hands gently stroking my hair. "Thank you for being with me," he whispered. "I love you more than words can say."
His words made my heart race even faster. I looked up at him, his eyes shining with tears and something else-hope, perhaps? I didn't say anything, but the way he held me, the way he looked at me, spoke volumes.
"I'll never take you for granted," Taehyung promised, his voice filled with conviction. "I'll spend every day proving how much you mean to me."
Overwhelmed, I gently pushed away from him, trying to gather my thoughts. "I... I need some air," I said softly, my emotions still swirling.