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Yoongi wakes up in the middle of the night and finds himself all alone. It isn’t the first time, but no matter how many times it happens, Yoongi is surprised and a little sad, but the sadness is not for himself. He knows Taehyung is not in bed because he must be in a corner, huddled with his heavier emotions. He looks in their closet and the kitchen, and only later finds Taehyung in the bathroom.
“Hey, sweetheart,” Yoongi whispers as he slides down onto the floor next to Taehyung. Taehyung has been crying; his red eyes and nose are proof. As Yoongi settles, Taehyung moves closer and rests his body against Yoongi’s. These days, the crying sessions are more frequent. Yoongi knows Taehyung is having a tough time grieving his grandmother, who passed away a couple of months ago.
“I am here for you,” Yoongi whispers. “We can be here as long as you want.” He pets Taehyung on the head, softly so that his sobs settle down.
“Hyung, how do I live like this?” Taehyung asks.
“I don’t know the answer to that, Taehyung-ah. But perhaps try to remember and hold onto the pride and love halmeoni had for you. She cherished you like the sun and that is so beautiful.”
Taehyung sobs, wiping stray tears from his face. “I am not strong enough to survive this.”
“I will lend you some strength. I have plenty to keep us going for a while.”
Taehyung looks at him and sighs.
“What?”
“Hyung, I don’t want you to sacrifice so much for me.”
Yoongi leans in, grazing his hands on Taehyung’s cheeks, and kisses his forehead.
“You are not asking much of me, trust me. I will always be here for you in times of need and want. I would sacrifice my words for you, Kim Taehyung,” Yoongi smiles.
“Hyung, don’t say that!” Taehyung says in shock. “Your lyrics are the best.”
“And most of them are for you, so it’s fine if I do,” he replies and pecks at Taehyung’s mouth. “Now, do you want to stay here or do you want me to snuggle in bed while I get us some hot chocolate?”
“My hero,” Taehyung smiles against his lips. “I will get the extra pillows for the night until then!”