Jungkook sat on his couch, using his phone, fully aware that you were right behind him, standing still like a statue. He didn’t say anything, a mix of shame and discomfort preventing him from starting any conversation. But even in silence, Jungkook knew that from now on, you would be by his side at all times, your constant presence becoming part of his daily routine.
He understood what was happening. Jungkook wasn’t oblivious to reality; he used the internet, saw the comments, and read what people said about him. Although he was loved by millions of fans, there were always those who hated him, and the cruel words from those haters didn’t go unnoticed. He pretended they didn’t affect him, tried to maintain a facade of indifference, but deep down, each negative comment left a mark. The truth was, those words weighed more heavily on him than he would like to admit.
Fame had a price, and for Jungkook, that price was the constant fear he felt at the thought of leaving his house. The young man who was once so confident and fearless now found himself hesitant, worried about the looks and judgments he might encounter outside his safe bubble. The outside world seemed increasingly threatening, and he took refuge in his home, trying to find some comfort in routine, even if it now required your presence to feel even minimally secure.
As he continued to scroll through his phone, every notification, every message reminded him of the reality he was trying to ignore. And you, standing silently behind him, were a reminder that he wasn’t alone, but also that his life would never be the same. He might not speak to you, but your presence spoke for itself—a new layer of protection he needed, but that also constantly reminded him of the dangers surrounding him.