#xjoonchildx fic:AP2

[xjoonchildx]

airplane, pt. 2 | jjk x reader chapter four: los angeles

pairing: jungkook/reader

word count: 2.2K rating: 18+

genre: smut | silly smut | nonsensical smut

warnings:  criminal!jungkook, koreanamerican!jungkook, reality has left the chat, plausibility has left the chat

A/N: i’m not a huge blog and don’t have a lot of readers -- but i’m so, so, so grateful to every single one of you who’s reached out to me on AP2. hearing what you think about this story makes my day every time. from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much. hope you enjoy this chapter. the story wraps up in the next one!

Chapter 01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | 06

artwork by the shmexy @ppersonna​ who’s smut is even better than her art

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“You see, as messes go -- there are levels.” 

Seokjin takes a big sip of his draft beer then sets it down to free his hands.

“On the bottom are your run-of-the-mill problems,” he says, putting one hand out flat.  

His other hand comes out to hover over the first.

“Then your regular-level shitshows, then your high-level shitshows and then there’s disasters,” he says, stacking his hands in the air to demonstrate the escalation.  

You smother the urge to roll your eyes.  Like most lawyers, Seokjin loves to hear himself talk.

He’s also an old friend, someone you trust and someone who’s help you desperately need -- so you’re going to have to suck it up and let him have some fun at your expense. 

It’s only fair.

“Then somewhere way up here -- ” he stretches his upper body for effect, “ -- way past disasters is the shit you just told me.  Somewhere way off the charts. Are you with me?”

You nod, taking a sip of your own beer.

“Yup.”

“So what the fuck?” 

You laugh.  You know it’s bad form to call up a buddy you haven’t seen in months, tell him you want to buy him a beer and then dump the world’s most complicated case at his feet.  

It’s just that you haven’t been able to come up with another solution.

You’ve turned this problem over in your mind hundreds of times by this point -- envisioned dozens of ways this could end.  No other scenario makes sense in the long run.  This is the only way to put a stop to this madness without Jungkook behind bars for the rest of his natural life.  

Or worse.

That’s why you’re prepared to pull out all the stops with Seokjin.  You’re not going to let him get away with letting you down easy. 

He hasn’t laughed you out of this bar yet so you’re taking that as a good sign.

“Jin, there isn’t anyone else who could pull this off,” you say, meaning every word.  “I know you can fix this.”

He snorts.

“This guy gave agents the slip in two different countries and ghosted from a federal courthouse,” he takes another sip of his beer.  There’s limits to what even I can do. Not that I don’t appreciate the ego stroke though, you know I do.”

You gnaw at the corner of one fingernail, thinking.

“So who is he?” 

“I already told you, he --”

“Cut the bullshit,” Jin interrupts. “You know what I’m asking.  Who is he to you?”

Well, isn’t that the million-dollar question?

“It’s complicated,” you sigh, and even that is somehow oversimplifying this entire fucked-up situation. “Not sure I know how to explain that.”

“Oh, I’m willing to bet there is quite a story there,” he smirks.  “Some day you’re going to have to fill me in on all the dirty details.”

You glance away for a moment to avoid his knowing look.

“Just promise me you’ll think about it,” you say. “I’ve seen guys way worse than this get deals that kept them out of prison entirely.”

“Well you of all people know how this works, so don’t act brand new,” Jin retorts. “You want the government to play ball with this guy then he’s got to give them something they want.  If they don’t have any use for him, they have no reason to show mercy.”

“I know that,” you admit.  “Still trying to figure that part out.”

“So figure it out,” Jin pushes back. “‘Cause I’m an attorney, not a genie. I’m not in the wish-granting business.  Bring me something I can use and we’ll go from there.”

We’ll go from there. A careful hope stirs in your chest when Seokjin says that.

You promise yourself you’re going to bring him an angle that works.  

Now you’ve just got to find it.

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“Who is this guy to you?”

Jin’s question echoes in your head the entire way home.

It’s so much easier to focus on the what -- Jungkook on the run and all the problems that come with it -- than it is to focus on the why.  

The why scares you too much to confront head-on. It’s not like you love this man, right? 

He could be a terrible person. He could be as rotten in real life as he is on paper. 

He could be playing you.  It’s certainly not the first time the thought has crossed your mind.

But every time you start to entertain the doubts, something pulls you back. You can’t shake the feeling that Jungkook is none of those things.  You can’t forget the way he looked at you in Puerto Rico.  His face that night is forever burned into your mind.

So he’s either completely real or the world’s most convincing fake.

You pour a glass of water and unlock the burner phone.   The message you’d tried to send back to the number he contacted you from bounced back.  There hasn’t been a single new message since then.  

You take a drink and consider what step to take next.  

There is no way you’re going to push Jin to fight on Jungkook’s behalf until you know without a doubt this is something Jungkook wants for himself.  For all you know, he’s happy with riding this out until the end.  He could be totally at peace with the idea of never being at peace.

You stare at the screen for a moment before making up your mind to dial the number you’d found online.

The voice on the other end answers in Korean.

“Yoongi?” you ask.

The line is completely silent for a few seconds.

“I distinctly remember you promising me I’d never hear from you again,” comes the curt reply. You smile to yourself imagining the scowl he’s probably wearing right now.

“I did,” you admit.  “Thing is --” you pause and choose your next words carefully, “ -- circumstances have changed. So I’m asking for your help one more time.”

Yoongi makes an aggravated noise, something between a growl and a grunt.

“Fine.  What do you want?”

“I might have a way to help him.  Nothing is ironed out and there are no guarantees, but it’s something.  It’s just that -- I haven’t been able to reach him.”

“Yeah well, neither have I.”

Shit.  You hope the situation hasn’t gone completely upside-down in Nicaragua already. Getting him there was supposed to buy you some time.

“Okay, “ you exhale, pacing your kitchen floor.  You tell yourself there could be a million reasons why he hasn't reached out to anyone.  You tell yourself not to panic. You certainly don’t want to panic Yoongi, either.

“I need you to take down this number.  If you reach Jungkook, you need to give it to him.  Tell him if he wants to end this it’s the only way.”

Yoongi blows out a heavy breath.

“Yeah, alright.  Go ahead.”

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 God, you are really starting to hate this place.

The voice in your head that’s been telling you how deeply unsatisfied you are in this job has slowly gotten louder over these past few months.  Now it’s all you can think about every morning as you swipe your badge and walk into the polished lobby.

This isn’t some labor of love for you.  

It’s something you trained to do, started doing, kept on doing and you’re still doing now.  

On and on and on in an endless string of days.

You’d started this job with the kind of starry-eyed enthusiasm that always annoyed the veterans around here.  Now you can understand why.  It doesn’t take long in this line of work to realize that justice is a concept that’s bought and sold.  He who has the most cash makes the rules.

You grab a cup of coffee and log onto your computer to start in on the mountain of paperwork that awaits.  It’s laborious and annoying and total bullshit but at least it’s a distraction.  At least it keeps you from obsessing over the Jungkook situation non-stop.

So you throw yourself into the work just to make the hours tick by.

Your boss stops by before lunch, asks if you want to join him and some of the others at a local deli.  You cry off, complaining about paperwork and deadlines and he smiles sympathetically as they head out.  It’s a relief when their laughing voices fade away and this part of the office falls silent.

You are half-way through customizing your burrito order online when a shiver of realization walks up your spine.

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“Seokjin Kim.”

He sounds so formal, answering his phone for a number he doesn’t recognize.  

“Hey, it’s me,” you say, tossing your keys onto your kitchen counter.  

“Oh, I didn’t realize -- wait, wait, wait.  Are you calling me from a burner?” Jin asks incredulously.  “Wow, it’s like we’re on The Wire or some shit.”

“Shut up,” you huff, rolling your eyes. “I’m calling because I think I might have come up with the angle.”

Jin whistles.

“Hope it’s a good one.”

“Yeah me too,” you mutter under your breath.  “I just -- I can’t be involved in any way.  I’m not even going to be able to talk to you until this plays out. No texts, no calls to my cell.  I’m already way out on a limb here.”

“Yeah, I get it,” he says.  “But hey, just for the record? A favor is something like, ‘Hey Jin, can you drop me at the airport on Tuesday? Hey Jin, would you mind picking up my dry cleaning?’ You know, for future reference.”

You laugh. Points were made.

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You tell yourself -- this is long overdue.

That with or without Jungkook -- with or without the madness on that flight or the night in San Juan -- this was going to happen anyway.  

And for the first time in weeks, you actually smile at the security guards who check bags at the entrance.  You smile at the barista who talks too much at the Starbucks in the lobby.  You smile at the creep from Cybercrimes on the elevator, even though he’s standing too close. He always stands too close.

You feel lighter than you have in ages and that’s fucking bizarre, because this could all still blow up in your face at any moment.  Despite all you’ve done, Jungkook could be arrested at any time -- hauled away, locked away in prison for life.  Hell, you could be joining him at some point, disgraced and discredited and detained.  

But you woke up this morning and had a moment of clarity that knocked the wind out of you.  Today, you’re going to walk out of this building on your own terms.  

Every decision you’ve made along the way -- good or bad -- has been yours.  

If they show up at your door with a warrant, then you’ll handle it.  If they haul you off, then you’ll handle it.  If Jungkook decides he wants Jin’s help and the agency never sniffs out a thing, then you’ll handle it.  

You’ve done everything you can -- so either this works, or it doesn’t.  But there’s a big fucking difference between being cautious and being scared. 

You’ve decided you’re not going to be scared.

You read over the letter you’d typed, printed and signed before walking into your boss’s office. 

His mouth gapes in surprise when you hand him your resignation.

Effective immediately.

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It’s been three weeks without a word from anyone.  

Yes, you did specifically tell Jin not to reach out, you remind yourself.

The last time you two had spoken, you’d explained that you didn’t give a shit about losing the job, but that you were certain were entirely too prissy to make it in prison, and he’d agreed and you’d both shared a laugh about that.  

But now it’s been over three weeks and he still hasn’t reached out.  

You’ve had no word from him, no word from Jungkook and now you have no job.  

The silence is deafening.

If there’s an upside at this point, at least your house is immaculate.  You’ve gotten your daily run up to three miles.

Tonight the air is unnaturally cool for this time of year, more than welcome when you lace up your running shoes.  You set a good pace, make good time, and drown out the outside world with your earbuds.  

But at the end of your run -- just as you’re getting closer to home -- you notice something odd. 

Your porch light is out.  

Which is weird because you definitely remember replacing that bulb not too long ago.  You cut the music and walk quietly up to your door. 

Your entire body is on high alert as you approach slowly, keys in hand on the off chance you’re going to have to wield them like a weapon. 

But when you step up to the porch you find -- nothing. 

No creep waiting to jump out of the shadows to ambush you.  You shake your head at your own overactive imagination, take a deep breath and tell yourself to relax.

You slide your key in the lock.

The sunlight that had waned at the start of your run is entirely gone at this point, and you open the door into darkness.  You flip on the light, toss your keys on the small table you keep in the entryway.

“Don’t freak out, okay?”

You nearly jump out of your skin at the voice that comes from your living room.  From your couch.  

From inside your goddamned home.

Oh my god.

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[xjoonchildx]

Please please tell me you are still writing Airplane Pt 2. I just found your blog and I'm on Cloud 9 😚😚😚

i am on Cloud 9 because you found me! and i’m writing the final chapter and epilogue RIGHT NOW 💜

[xjoonchildx]

whats it like having one of the best pieces of fiction that ive literally ever fucking read???????????????? im not even lowkey its highkey now, obsessed with you and it. pls love me forever.

it’s kind of like ugly crying into this glass of wine because @ppersonna just wrote me the best ask and i can’t deal.  apparently the obsession goes both ways okurrrr

[xjoonchildx]

ok i finally had time to read ap:2 all the way through and i'm so in love with it? i love how you wrapped it up and the scene where the tables turned so now jungkook is the "hot federal agent" and the way you characterized jin, oc, yoongi, and jk 🥰 omg hehe also i see you changing up the header for the story 😏

ANON THANK YOU SO MUCH for this. i’m so in love with...you? also i was too happy to get that fun header from @ppersonna because she’s an angel (actually NOT but you know what i mean) and @ladyartemesia made the coolest graphic that i’m just gonna post because i want the world to see how pretty it is.

[xjoonchildx]

hi ana idk if i'll be able to word this properly since i suck at explaining myself. there might be a follow up ask and this may be controversial but i've been thinking about airplane pt. 2 and why i love it sm and i realized it's because of how oc and jungkook are both equal?? like oc is capable, she knows what's she's doing and JK knows what he wants and makes sure to get that across to her and there's not a lot of that i feel. most fics the oc is vulnerable, she can't think for herself or she

Anonymous said:

subjects to the male character and that's what puts me off. it's like this stereotype of objectifying woman and making them seem dumb and submissive... and ik it's fiction but it's literally EVERYWHERE and i also don't feel the mutual interest in some f2l or e2l fics i just get indifference in a way. but with your oc & JK they're both equally head strong and i can fr see how much he likes oc especially in the first chapter with how he looked at her. like i said i'm not good with words but the

Anonymous said:

story is different from what i'm used to reading everyday on here and that's why it's one of my faves. i love when the main characters are both their own person and one does not power over the other even in the sex. also i apologize for the use of 'her' in the first ask, that should be non-binary so that was my mistake but overall thank you for writing this story, i really appreciate you as a writer and i hope you yet what i'm trying to say and that i didn't just make a fool out of myself ily!

anon, i LOVE this ask so much i wanna make out with it in the backseat of my car.  

THIS is how i hope people are reading OC-slash-Y/N and seeing this makes me feel amazing because that means what’s floating around in my brain is coming out in the story.  both of these characters are smart and capable and flawed and i think that’s a big reason why they’re drawn to one another.  and you’re absolutely right they are complete equals, on opposite sides of the coin (for now?)

thank you so much for your kind words there’s basically no better feeling as a writer. 

xoxo

[xjoonchildx]

Airplane, Pt. 2 is a freaking masterpiece, love! 💕💕 Love everything about it. The plot, dialogue, and the characterisations! One question tho, will there be a possibility of you continuing Danger? I know it says “completed” but I’m a sucker for those Dom!Jin stuff. Lol. Thanks for blessing us with wonderful stories!

don’t mind me just slobber crying over this ask 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

i love Dom!Jin too but not sure at this time i’m ready to add to that story. i have two one-shots i’m working on right now so i really hope you like those 💜

[xjoonchildx]

Did I just binge read your whole masterlist? Of course I did and I loved every second of it! You are so so talented and I'm so grateful I get to read your stories, thank you for writing them. I can't wait to see what's coning next!

wow! thank you so, so much! 

i’m taking a final pass over the last chapter & epilogue of AP2 right now and both should go up tonight so i really hope you read and enjoy.  thanks so much for your kind words!

xoxo

[xjoonchildx]

Hi, I’m sorry for spamming all your work, it’s just that I think these are some of the best fics I’ve ever read😫I’m in love with all of your characters and storylines, so thank you for blessing us with them!!!🥺💗

GAH i think this is one of the best comments i’ve ever read so...we’re even?  all kidding aside, thank you so much for this.  it makes me ridiculously happy and i hope to keep writing stuff you guys like. xoxo

[xjoonchildx]

I got to read the last two chapters late because of the timezone plus schoolwork but wow if the wait was worth it!!!!! I absolutely loved this series and although I'n super sad it's over, you couldn't have written a better ending. I feel so lucky that I stumbled upon your blog because your writing is just so good. Thank you so much again for writing and sharing your stories with us. Take care and be safe!

ahhh i’m so glad you enjoyed the ending! thank you so much for reading and commenting. i’m so glad you stumbled onto me, too! 

thanks for the well wishes. you stay safe out there, too!

xoxo

[xjoonchildx]

airplane pt.2 is probably one of the best fics i’ve ever read😭😭 can’t wait for the next part!🥺

from the bottom of my heart, anon THANK YOU. working on the last chapter & epilogue right NOW

[xjoonchildx]

I love your writing so much!! airplane, pt 2 us definitely my favorite fic i’ve ever read. hope you have a great day can’t wait for another part 💛🥺

wait, wait, wait, did you say FAVORITE fic?

marry me?

[xjoonchildx]

I just read the last 2 chapters of jungkook’s fic, an i absolutely loved it! It was amazing and i dont know how to explain it, but it really is the best jungkook fic i ever read. Youre such a tallented writer

😭 anon thank you so much. i really worried a bit about where i was taking the story given i had to kind of fly by the seat of my pants — so i can’t tell you how much i appreciate this 💜

[xjoonchildx]

Hey, I really like your story about Jungkook. I think it's really well written and it got me on the edge of my seat. I wanted to ask how you are coming along on the next chapter (is it also the last?) because i can't wait to read it. PS please don't mind my English. it's not my native language.

hi anon!

yes this is the final chapter and epilogue that i’m working on now. i had really hoped to get it up tonight but i really need to polish some things before i can post.

so i’m hoping that i can have the chapter up by tomorrow night at the latest 🤞🏽

[xjoonchildx]

Ana! I was finally able to read the last two chapters of Airplane Pt. 2 and they were marvelous! I really enjoyed the entire series! It was so entertaining and intense and fun to read. The plot was soooo good and unique. Lots of ppl have said this already but I have to mention it as well: JK's characterization is amazing. One of the best ones I've read on this site. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a great story! Sending you all my love, –Seesawseasaw

sending all my love right back! i’m so glad people liked this cheeky, sexy JK as much as i hoped they would.  thank you for writing me, it really makes my day. xoxo

[xjoonchildx]

Hey bb! I finished the series a few days ago and was meaning to send you a message to thank you for blessing me with your amazing writing but then I got distracted with schoolwork but I’m here now!! I’m not good with words and I wish I could list all the things you did to make your story great and so fun to read but I just wanted you to know how much joy airplane pt 2 brought me 🥺 the plot was the most refreshing thing I’ve seen in a while, thank u thank u THANK U for sharing your writing us ❤️

gah steph you have me feeling some kind of way with this message 😭 thank you from the bottom of my heart for being there since day one. i’m so glad you liked the way it ended 💜

[xjoonchildx]

man im so fucking sad someone take me back to when i first found this story at chapter 2 i beg 😭 hands down my favorite jungkook and oc characterization and my favorite jungkook story in general. thank you sm for taking the time to share it with us, i'm fr gonna miss the excitement i get everytime i wait for an update but i'll definitely come back and read every chapter over and over again as if it's the first time. excited to see what other stories you get us in the feels with, you're amazing

no, YOU’RE amazing and thank you so much for this. seriously NO BETTER feeling as a writer thank you so, so much.

xoxo