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The BTS practice room was busy as usual, filled with music and dancing. They had been practicing for hours and were now ready to take a break.
Just then, their manager entered the room and clapped his hands, gaining everyone's attention.
“Guys, can I have a moment?” He called out.
All seven members stopped and gathered around him.
“I have some news,” He started,“You’ve been working really hard, and I’m proud of all of you. So, we’ve decided to give you an off day for three days—”
Everyone cheered loudly. Jimin and Taehyung high-fivedand Yoongi mumbled that he could finally go to sleep.
“Wait, wait, I’m not done yet.” The manager chuckled. “After the three days, you have to shoot an episode of Run BTS. And then…” Before he could finish his sentence, a sharp “thud” sounded in the room.
Everyone turned instinctively to where the sound came from and saw Jungkook lying on the ground, unconscious.
“Jungkook!” Namjoon was the first to react, rushing to Jungkook’s side.He knelt beside Jungkook, cradling him in his arms and he gently patted his cheek, whispering his name softly. “Kookie, wake up. Please.”
“Jungkook!” Taehyung cried, his voice filled with desperation as he rushed to Namjoon’s side along with others, eyes wide with concern. “Is he okay?” Jimin asked, his voice shaky. He placed a trembling hand on Jungkook’s shoulder, feeling the warmth of his skin but noticing how pale he looked.
“Come on, Jungkook. Open your eyes,” Namjoon said, moving some hair off Jungkook’s forehead. He felt the others gather around him, their worried faces showing the same concern he felt.
“Manager-nim!” Jin called, looking at their manager, who was kneeling in front of Jungkook examining him closely.
“Someone get some water!” The manager instructed. He turned back to Jungkook, gently placing a hand on his forehead. “Jungkook, can you hear me? You need to wake up.”
As the staff member hurried to fetch water, Namjoon kept patting Jungkook's cheek, his heart racing. “We’re right here, Kookie. Just come back to us.”
A few moments later, the staff member returned with a small cup of water, handing it to the manager.He carefully sprinkled a few drops of water onto Jungkook’s face, hoping to jolt him awake. “Come on, Jungkook,” He said watching closely. But Jungkook remained unresponsive, his eyes still closed, the faint rise and fall of his chest the only sign of life.
“Why isn’t he waking up?” Hoseok asked, his voice breaking as he rubbed Jungkook’s palm, his fingers trembling.
“Damn, call the ambulance already!” Yoongi shouted, his voice full of frustration and worry.He stood a little away from the group with his arms crossed. He was trying to hide his worry, but he couldn't. “This isn’t normal!” he said.
“Someone’s already on it,” The manager replied, trying to keep his voice steady, though he couldn’t hide the worry etched on his face. “Just a few more minutes. He’s going to be okay.”
Everyone was really worried as hell seeing their maknae like this. “Kookie… please, just open your eyes,” Taehyung whispered as he wiped away the tears that were about to fall, not wanting to show his weakness. Jimin, on the other hand, couldn’t hold back back anymore, he buried his face in his hands and started crying. “Why is this happening?” he sobbed.
Jin pulled him into a gentle hug and rubbed his back. “Shh… shh… he’ll be okay. He’s strong.”He said softly.
Hoseok looked at the door, his heart beating fast. “Why are they taking so long?” He asked, his voice shaking. He glanced at each member and saw the same fear in their eyes.
Just then, the door swung open again, and two paramedics hurried in.They quickly went to Jungkook’s side. The members moved aside, their hearts racing as they watched the professionals kneel beside him. Namjoon stepped back, but his eyes stayed on Jungkook, his body tense with worry.
“Please, help him,” Namjoon whispered, his voice choked.
One of the paramedics, a woman with a calm face, gently turned Jungkook’s head to the side and checked his pulse. The other paramedic, a man, started checking his breathing and other vital signs.
“He has a pulse. It’s faint, but steady,” The woman announced and glanced at her partner, who nodded and began preparing the oxygen mask.
“We need to get him on the stretcher and take him to the hospital for a full evaluation.” The male paramedic said. “He may have fainted due to exhaustion or something else, but we can’t be certain here.”
The members exchanged worried looks, their eyes full of questions and fears that they didn’t know what to say or do.
The paramedics gently lifted Jungkook onto the stretcher and secured him. They placed an oxygen mask over his mouth and nose, and a soft hissing sound filled the room as the oxygen started flowing.
“Is he… is he going to be okay?” Jimin asked, his voice breaking as he took a step closer. “Please, tell us he’s going to be okay.”
The female paramedic offered a small, reassuring smile. “We’re going to do everything we can to make sure he’s fine. For now, it’s best to stay calm and let us take care of him.”
“We’ll be following right behind you,” Namjoon said as he turned to the manager, who nodded, already pulling out his phone to arrange transportation for the members.
The paramedics carefully lifted the stretcher and moved Jungkook toward the door. The rest of BTS followed closely behind. They couldn’t take their eyes off Jungkook, each of them silently praying for him to wake up, to give them one of his usual bunny smiles or even just to open his eyes.
As they reached the doorway, Taehyung couldn’t hold back his tears any longer. He watched as the paramedics moved Jungkook’s stretcher through the narrow hallway and felt completely helpless. Jungkook was his only maknae, and the thought of losing him was too painful to bear.
“Stay strong,” He whispered, tears falling from his eyes. Yoongi hugged him for comfort, trying to hold back his own tears.
Jin wiped at his eyes, the sight of Jungkook’s limp body almost too much to handle. He moved closer to Namjoon and pulled him into a side hug, offering what little comfort he could. “He’s going to be okay,” He whispered, as much to himself as to Namjoon. “He has to be.”Namjoon nodded wiping his tears .
When the paramedics reached the waiting ambulance outside, the members gathered around, watching nervously as they lifted Jungkook into the vehicle.
Namjoon looked at Jin then others. “Let’s go with them.” He said quietly. “We need to be there when he wakes up.”
They all nodded and with a final glance at the ambulance, the members piled into the van that the manager had arranged.As the engine started, they began to follow the ambulance to the hospital,
At Hospital
The members waited nervously in the hospital waiting room for any news about Jungkook. After what felt like forever, a doctor finally came out of the emergency room.
“Are you here for Jeon Jungkook?” The doctor asked.
Namjoon shot up from his seat,“Yes, that’s us. How is he? Is he okay?”
“Jungkook is stable now. We’ve done a full examination, and it appears he fainted due to exhaustion and dehydration. He’s been given fluids and oxygen, and we’re monitoring him closely.” The doctor said.
Everyone let out a sigh of relief, but Taehyung asked in a shakey voice.“Can we see him?”
The doctor nodded. “Yes, you can. He’s awake now."
With that they went towards Jungkook's room. As they entered there, they saw Jungkook was lying on the hospital bed, looking pale but awake.The oxygen mask was removed, He was sitting up a bit, narrowing his eyes as they adjusted to the light.
“Kookie!” Taehyung rushed to his side, tears streaming down his face again, but this time from relief. “You scared us!”
Jungkook hugged back weakly. “Hyung?” He said, his voice hoarse and weak. Taehyung pulled away from the hug, cupped his face, and kissed his forehead.
The rest of the members moved closer, surrounding his bed. Jin squeezed Jungkook’s hand tightly,“Thank goodness you’re awake. We were so worried!”
“Yeah, don’t you ever do that again!” Yoongi added, his voice firm but laced with concern. “You had us all freaked out.”
Hoseok leaned over Jungkook and cares his cheek “You had us thinking the worst! What were you thinking, Kookie? You need to take care of yourself!”
Jungkook chuckled softly, though it turned into a cough. All became worried as Jimin immediately moved to Jungkook’s side, placing a gentle hand on his back, rubbing small circles as he tried to soothe him. “Breathe, Kookie. Just breathe,” He whispered softly but looked super worried.
“Jungkook,” Namjoon said urgently, reaching for the glass of water on the bedside table. “Here, drink this. It’ll help.” He gently lifted the cup to Jungkook’s lips, tilting it just enough for him to sip.
Jungkook took a few small gulps, feeling the cool liquid slide down his throat. “Thanks,” he murmured, his voice still weak but clearer now. He looked around at his members, their worried faces filled with concern. “I’m sorry…" He sighed
“… I just… didn’t realize I was that tired....didn’t mean to worry you.”
“You don’t need to apologize, Kookie,” Jin said, squeezing his hand tighter. “What matters is that you’re okay now.”
“Yeah, but you need to listen to us next time,” Yoongi replied, crossing his arms but softening his tone. “We all care about you too much for this to happen again.”
“I’ll take care of myself,” Jungkook promised, meeting each of their eyes one by one.
“Yeah, we’ll make sure you get enough rest,” Jimin and Taehyung said together so did all.
Jungkook was discharged that night, and the members took care of him during their two off days.
“Here, I made you some soup,” Jin said, bringing a steaming bowl to Jungkook. “You need to eat something to regain your strength.”
Jungkook smiled weakly as he accepted the bowl. “Thanks, hyung,” He replied as he took a sip, feeling grateful for the care he was receiving. “Don’t forget to drink plenty of water too,” Namjoon reminded him, placing a large bottle next to the couch. “Stay hydrated.”
“Yeah, we’ll keep an eye on you,” Yoongi added, leaning back against the armrest with a protective gaze. “No late-night snacks, just rest and recovery.”
“Aw, come on, Hyung! Just a little bit?” Jungkook pleaded, a playful pout forming on his lips. The members exchanged amused glances, knowing he was trying to charm his way into a snack.
“Not happening,” Hoseok replied, shaking his head with a chuckle.“You need to get better first before you can have fun.”
" Exactly!!" Taehyung and Jimin said together.
As the next day rolled in, they spent the morning preparing for the upcoming Run BTS shoot. They planned light games, focusing on quizzes and eating. Jungkook wanted to play some running and energetic games, but the members and manager weren’t ready to risk his health.
Although Jungkook pouted because he couldn’t play his favorite games, he felt happy and grateful for his hyungs and how much they cared for him. He felt lucky to be the maknae of Bangtan.
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Peace ✌️ ~