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"You must remember, young thespians," Heechul lectured to the class of bored teenagers, "that learning is never seasonal!" Namjoon was nodding off from his spot on the 'dunce' stool next to the teacher as was his punishment for talking during one of Heechul's speeches about the importance of the arts in a school setting. "So do allow the shimmering lights of summer," the mention of the school holiday recaptured everyone's attention until they realized that Heechul was still droning on, "to refresh and illuminate your fertile young minds."
Yoongi looked around in confusion. "What's he talking about?"
"The future greets you with its magic mirror," Jungkook resumed his previous activity of staring at the clock above Heechul's head, trying to use the force to make time move faster, "reflecting each golden moment, each emboldened choice." Jungkook gave up, instead opting to look over his shoulder at Taehyung in the back of the classroom. Taehyung looked up and smiled at his boyfriend, the jock returning the smile before turning back to the front to see that Heechul was still rambling.
"Dude," Jungkook whispered, leaning back so Yoongi could hear him. "Heechul has completely lost it."
"Dude," Yoongi retorted, "you're actually listening?"
During a rare pause from the teacher, Yugyeom raised his hand, prompting Heechul to call on him. "What was your favorite summer memory, Heechul?" The entire class groaned, glaring at the male as their teacher fell into another long-winded anecdote.
Jungkook's eyes fell on the clock, the jock instantly perking up as he realized they were only 15 seconds away from the final bell of the school year ringing. As the second hand ticked closer to the 12, Jungkook gradually tensed, bracing himself for the cheers that he knew the dismissal bell would bring out of his classmates. Once it did sound, everyone jumped out of their chairs with a scream, the teenagers all pushing past each other to run out into the hall and to their lockers to clear out their belongings for the summer.
When the hallways calmed down and cleared a bit, Jungkook found himself having a serious discussion with his closest friends. "I seriously need to find a job this summer." Jungkook stated. "My parents keep talking about how much college will cost, and it's freaking me out."
"My parents said they'll match whatever I earn this summer." Namjoon said as they arrived at Jungkook's locker. "But I gotta find a place that will hire me first."
"Me too." Yoongi agreed. "I'm saving for a car." At that moment, Jimin and Momo walked past the group, the chem club president sending Yoongi a smile before ducking his head as his cheeks turned bright red. "So, I can take that little hottie on a proper date." Jungkook sent his best friend a look before turning back to his locker.
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Taehyung was walking down the hall when he was suddenly grabbed by the wrist. He turned to see Seokjin tugging him back towards him. "Taehyung!" The actor exclaimed, and Taehyung looked at him expectantly. "I understand you've moved every summer for the past five years…" Taehyung gave a small nod, waiting for Seokjin to get to the point. "I'd hate to think today is goodbye." The male tried to sound sad but found it hard to completely mask his happiness over the thought of never having to see Taehyung again.
"Don't worry!" Taehyung chirped. "My mom promised I'm here until graduation next year!"
Seokjin blinked. "Well, bless Mom's little heart." He turned back towards his locker only for Taehyung to speak again.
"Seokjin, we got off to a rough start, but you really came through." Seokjin furrowed his eyebrows. "You really helped me with the winter musical. All of those vocal exercises were amazing, and really did make it easier on those high notes." Seokjin forced a smile on his face. "Anyway, see ya!" Seokjin glared at Taehyung's back as he skipped down the hall.
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"Taehyung and I have already had five job interviews." Jimin complained to Momo. "But we keep getting beat out by college kids!"
"Same here." Momo sighed. "Guess it's back to my usual babysitting business." Soohyun appeared, greeting them as she fell into step next to them. "What are you planning to do this summer, Soohyun?"
"The usual. Writing music."
Jungkook suddenly jogged past them and the three friends shared a look of curiosity before following him, stopping as they saw him approaching Taehyung at his locker.
"Your summer activities consultant has arrived." Taehyung turned around to face his boyfriend with a sad smile.
"Hopefully one of those activities is a job."
Jungkook gave a small shrug, resting his hand on the lockers behind Taehyung. "Whatever happens, as long as we're together, it'll be an amazing summer."
Taehyung's smile grew the tiniest bit. "You promise?" The basketball player nodded before guiding Taehyung to turn so his back was towards him. Taehyung giggled in confusion until he felt something hit his collarbones. "He looked down to see the letter J now resting on his chest while Jungkook clasped the necklace around his neck. Jimin let out a quiet gasp from where he was spying on the couple, turning to Yoongi, who had just arrived, with an excited expression.
Taehyung turned back to Jungkook with a bright smile, gently fingering the charm of his gift. "J as in Jungkook?" Jungkook nodded with a shy smile, and Taehyung intertwined their fingers, leaning forward to press his lips to Jungkook's.
The kiss had just started to deepen when they were interrupted by Yoongi, reminding them that they were still in the middle of a school hallway. "Let's go home, guys."
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Seokjin was still at his locker when the group passed by him, leaving him victim to overhearing Jungkook and Taehyung's conversation. "We can go to the movies, listen to music, and I'm definitely teaching you how to do a twisted flip on a skateboard."
Taehyung giggled. "And I have first aid training so I can patch myself up afterwards!"
The actor turned to his stepbrother and mocked Taehyung before rolling his eyes. He turned back towards his locker only to notice Soohyun standing at her own locker just a few doors down from him. "Soohyun, let's chat!" Soohyun's eyes widened as she slowly approached Seokjin. "I have a summer job for you. At our country club. Our rehearsal pianist is evidently moving." Seokjin turned back to his locker without waiting for a response.
"Or hiding." Soohyun muttered under her breath, and Seokjin turned around to ask if she had said something. "Sounds great! Can't wait to start!" She rushed back to her locker.
"Cheer up, Jin!" Hoseok exclaimed. "It's summer! We can do whatever we want to!"
Seokjin rolled his eyes slightly. "Hoseok, who are the two absolute primo people at East High?"
"Well, Jungkook definitely has one of those spots completely locked up…" Hoseok trailed off as he leaned over to look down the hall at Taehyung. Knowing exactly what the male was thinking, Seokjin smacked Hoseok on the arm and looked at him expectantly. "And you, of course!"
"Exactly!" Seokjin exclaimed, crossing his arms and staring off into space as he pictured what it would be like if it were him in a relationship with Jungkook instead. He was soon brought out of his daydream by Hoseok snapping his fingers in his face. "It just makes sense!"
"Not to Jungkook." Hoseok retorted.
"But it's summer, Hobi." Seokjin slid a pair of sunglasses on his face. "Everything changes."