The Truth Untold

Chapter 17 - I Put A Spell On You

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Jungkook was quite surprised to receive an invitation to the Kim auction gala. It didn't say who has sent it, but he was pretty sure that it was Taehyung. At first, he was almost reluctant. The first impression youngest Kim made on him was strange but left him intrigued beyond all means. So he decided to go and see if he can get a fresh perspective on the case and out of sheer curiosity to see Taehyung. Still, a completely baffled look in his eyes appeared when he checked his closet and saw that he didn't have anything fancy to wear. His clothes were in dire need of some elegant upgrade, and he almost gave up and stayed at home.

After a few minutes of consideration, he decided to take his old and only suit, wishing that he at least had another tie, but alas this will have to do. He didn't tell anyone that he is going, not even his Hyungs. Not that they would say anything. They might be surprised, but still, Jungkook wanted this secret for himself. His thoughts rushed towards Kim Taehyung, the most desirable man in South Korea. Jungkook had to admit, he was stunning.

He thinks about that for the moment, realizing that's the reason why he didn't want people to know it's because they would tease him. They will say that he will never go to these things if it weren't for some hot ass. Jungkook was more than that, the thought was quite offending. They knew that, of course, but they will never miss the chance to tease him. And they were right in the way. Jungkook was certainly, although partially, going because of a hot ass.

The place where Kim's gala was held wasn't the same place the previous fundraiser was. This location was much bigger and offered several rooms to explore. One of them had round tables everywhere. So there's gonna be food and drinks here. How lovely. Jungkook thought satisfactorily. He looked around in other rooms and discovered that there was jewellery displayed in many glass enclosures. Of course, everything is for sale.

This was packed full, as always. Rich and modern people mingled around the gallery with their champagne flutes and fake smiles. Jungkook felt out of place here and almost wished that he brought Hoseok or Yoongi with him to keep him company. Come to think of it, he wasn't even sure that the invitation had +1 on it. Jungkook just naturally concluded that it was for him only.

He didn't see Seokjin nor Taehyung around and felt a bit disappointed. He thought that surely one of them will appear by now, but it seems that the Kims were fashionably late as the decorum required. Some twenty minutes passed since he got here and he had already seen all the jewellery that was displayed, drinking the champagne and thinking of going home soon when the low warm timbre voice spoke in his ear.

-'' Hello detective.''

Taehyung. Jungkook nearly shuddered. Damn this man walks so quietly. He turns around to see the handsome man, smirking at him. He looks so bloody attractive that Jungkook wanted to scream.

-'' Taehyung-ssi.'' – Jungkook nodded in politeness, acting nonchalantly like he didn't spend almost half an hour roaming the rooms in search of him.

-'' I thought I told you to skip honorifics.'' – Taehyung says, tilting his head and pouting adorably. –'' How old are you?'' – He asks.

- '' Thirty.''

Taehyung's face clears and he smiles. –'' Then I'm your Hyung.''

Jungkook bows his head slightly in acknowledgement. Taehyung steps closer to him, and he is smelling divine. Not too strong, but not too gentle, just the right amount.