jeongguk was playing with his lip piercing, biting and rolling it occasionally while his eyes darted around the hall.

the hall was adorned with lavish floral arrangements, creating a stunning visual backdrop. it was packed with people jeongguk didn't know personally, as it was the screening event for his new movie, which he would be directing with his lead actor and boyfriend, kim taehyung.

while directing or writing was usually manageable for jeongguk, the stakes felt higher when taehyung was involved. despite the stress, he was excited for the event.

they wouldn't start filming until next year, and this screening party was meant to be a joyous occasion. jeongguk had imagined walking into the hall with taehyung, their hands intertwined, proudly showcasing that taehyung is his.

but