a disbelieving scoff escapes ruby tiers.
“ then what were you doing being chased around by armed thugs? fuck– “
she sighs, lithe digits running through disheveled locks. she didn’t know what the hell he did to piss that horde of buffoons off, but all she knew that the dude was fucked if they caught him. all mina remembered was that she was just coming back from a little scuffle with another gang. then, her body suddenly was moving on its own accord, snatching his wrist and quickly pulling him into the nearest alley before they caught up.
“ nevermind. it isn’t my business. “
the darkness hid him well from her curious eyes. he was taller, that was certain.
she tears her gaze away to rest upon the concrete, shoving her hands in the pockets of her black hoodie. cool metal met her clammy hands, reminding her that she had a weapon lest he proved himself to be a danger. a dull sting from her skinned && bloodied knuckles evoked a slight grimace. annoying, but tolerable.
“ you nearly gave me a heart attack. “
he has to wonder if running is the only thing he can do these days. either it’s running drugs, or he’s running away from another problem. his life consists of these small moments, all pulled together by the same string and the same concept, one he’s lived with for as long he could remember-- he’s a damn coward, and he’ll always will be. his temper may get the best of him, and in that moment, he may think he’s got a fair chance for a good fight. but when it comes down to it, he’s still a kid, and he still lacks the body for any proper street fights. he’s still scared of death, still hates the violence, still doesn’t know where to swing next.
so maybe he’s stupid. and a little messed up. he’s still alive, and he’ll keep on living. for as long as he can, anyway.
with a sigh rolling from his lips, jungkook glances at the lady, rubbing his hand up against the side of his neck. he was a little surprised when he felt somebody pull him in, and was even more shocked to find it was a girl. though, these days, he finds that women come in all shapes and sizes-- some, stronger than others.
he’s giving her a small, awkward laugh, with his breath caught in his thread and his heart squeezing painfully in his chest. “I guess-- maybe I really didn’t. i’m not too good with fights so, thanks.” he feels a little bad, but enough to feel guilt over it. “oh fuck. sorry about that. is your heart all good now? ‘cos mine sure ain’t. still beatin’ like a damn drum. guess it’ll be good in a second or so.”