Thief - NAMJIN YOONMIN TAEKOOK

Ch. Twenty six 👑

Outside his room, Jungkook waits for him. He'll be his guard for the night. Like partners in crime they share a look knowing they'll both run away from the rest once the ball is over. Yes, they'll have to come back eventually but just knowing the night they'll have makes them smile.

They go downstairs where they meet all the guests. Jungkook is surprised to see the kind of greetings they give Tae. Does no one know what this ball is about? Don't they hate him the same way the thieves hate him?

Tae on the other hand, does what he's been trained to do all his life. Smile to horrible people he hates and keep a good image. He honestly doesn't know how can Namjoon do this without wanting to die. Little does he know Namjoon hated it just as much until he got used to it. During the event he has to talk to a bunch of nobles about boring things. But every now and then he can go back to have a normal conversation with the guard

- God, the Chae family talk too much

- You're handling it pretty well, Tae. I'm good with people but...not this kind of people

- Yeah, Namjoon and Jimin are the best at this things. Specially Jimin...where is he by the way?

Jungkook points at his friend who keeps eating something new from every tray the servants take with them.

- Damn, why is he so nervous? He only eats like that when he feels anxious

- W-Well I'm sure he just uhmm...thinks he might meet his blue Prince tonight?

Jungkook doesn't exactly lie about it. And it sounds like something Jimin would do anyways.

- Ah, that explains it. Him and his fantasies. Who wants a Prince now a days?

- I wouldn't mind kissing one

Taehyung's cheeks glow red. He never thought the love of his life would say that so blatantly. This has to be the most perfect night he ever had.

Despite not being able to dance with him in front of everyone and the fact that he has a noble coming to talk to him every ten minutes, Tae has a great time. He talks to Jungkook every moment he gets and actually he feels...happy. It's been so long since he felt this way. He wishes his mother could have been there, she would be so proud.

- There goes Wang aaaaand...rejected

- Hahaha God, Jimin is rejecting everyone today! That's not like him at all!

- Well, he ate half the food Jin served, he might not feel like dancing with others

Jungkook tries to justify his weird behavior. He can't say Jimin has eyes only for a criminal.

- And then he wants a blue Prince! Well, Wang was an idiot anyways, I don't know why my brother likes him so much

Between gossips and laughs the night passes and it's finally time. His father makes everyone shut up, ready to talk about the project. Tae feels his hands getting sweaty and his smile appears without his own permission. He stands in the middle of the room with Jungkook behind him making him feel safe.

- Attention everyone! I'm sure you are all having a great time! - It sounds so weird for them to see the King so happy - But I guess you'll have to hear me speak for a few minutes - He jokingly says -...As you can see, our Princes are men now. Namjoon is each day closer to be King and take my place. And Little Tae is moments away from saving our Kingdom!

It's amazing for his sons how different he acts in front of others. Taehyung feels like he's making a big deal out of it even for a project like his. But he guesses he has to sell it hard in order for the others not to complain. His father continues

- To help the families of our Kingdom and Daegu's orphanage we'll have a "small" increase in the taxes.

Tae hears the guests complain and gossip about it like it was the most scandalous thing they ever heard. He bites his tongue not to send all of them to hell.

- But believe me, it will all be worth it! We owe it to our Little Tae who to avoid a war with Seoul will marry Prince Lee! Our guest of honor tonight!

At the end of the sentence, Prince Felix walks down the stairs with a huge smile on his face. Tae freezes processing the information. He looks for Namjoon with his eyes. Hoping for his brother to stop this...but Namjoon only looks away. And he remembers how he really feels in this castle. Alone.

- No...

It's a whisper no one listens. Everyone around him smile and congratulate him. Jungkook tries to make them back down and Tae simply walks towards his family half pushing whoever's necessary.

- What the hell is all of his about?! I'm not getting married!

- You won't avoid the war with Seoul, Tae? I thought you cared about the Kingdom

- Father this-

- And even if you don't care, I do. It's no time for games Taehyung, grow up and do what you have to do.

Prince Felix gets closer to them. Always with that smug smile on his face. The resentment in his voice is clear as he talks.

- My Prince...I can't wait for our wedding. I've been expecting it for so many years. I'll take you to our home tomorrow. You have tonight to get ready, we're leaving in the morning. Enjoy your last night alone, my love.

Tae feels his throat closing. The lack of air is keeping him from talking. And he knows he has to get away from there as soon as possible. He runs towards his room leaving everything behind him. The walls seem to be closing in on him. Like a box that becomes smaller and smaller each second. His room feels like a prison until someone opens the door and hugs him softly.

-Tae! Breathe baby, everything will be okay. Just breathe in and out, love

Tae does as command and wrapped in his arms he feels the world go back to his place. The tears and cries make him breathe through his mouth looking desperate.

- I don't w-wanna g-go

- Then don't go. Stay with me, we can-

- I have to go

- But, Tae-

- You said you were getting tired of running after me, right? And from here to Seoul is a very long way to run...

Jungkook catches on what he's saying and his heart breaks. He knew this was gonna happen someday. But not so soon. Not now.

- You can stay with me Tae, please. I'm sure Jimin will find us a way out!

Taehyung denies and Jungkook plays his last card. The only thing closer to happiness he can find.

- Tomorrow, Tae. Tomorrow I'll let you walk away but please...let me...let us reach for the gold one night at least.

Placing his hands on both sides of Tae's face, he gets close and finally they kiss. Like they've been wanting to do for years. They hug knowing they will have to let go but...not yet.

The princes, the thieves, the family, the kingdom, everything disappears. And for one night the world is only them. Two boys who love each other. The bed sheets are cold but for once they both feel the warm feeling of being home.

Next chapter

Are you really saying that to the Prince of Busan?

It's not the same, Jimin!

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Well...at least they kissed? Don't kill me! Not yet at least! We'll see how this goes...
I'm not even gonna say anything about next chapter 'cause I wanna live.

Actually I started a new fanfic yesterday, but I feel weird talking to you about it after this sad as fuck chapter hahaha

See you on Saturday for more drama

- Baby Y