Most people might flinch at a blur suddenly appearing at one's side, but Jungkook readies himself instinctively, eyes wide and laughing as he let himself be bowled over. His hands find Taehyung's sleeves and clutch tightly — if he's going down, he's not going down alone. Soon enough, the both of them are splayed over the dining chairs, Jungkook dissolving in a fit of giggles.

"Taehyungie hyung!" he roars, thrashing a little as he tries to find a way to sit up without breaking the embrace. "Took you long enough. Next time, I really won't wait so long for you. Jin hyung's cooking is too good; it's a shame for it to go cold."

Jungkook reaches for one of the empty bowls, ladling extra tofu and any remaining meat he can find. There are times when he forgets to do his duty as the youngest, but nights like this make it easy, excitement brimming with every arrival.