Who's the devil ?

27

"who was it ?" Jungkook said emerging from the kitchen. After a long shower, he felt thirsty and went to get a drink, he found Jimin standing in the living room, a peculiar smile lingering on his lips. Jungkook's curiosity piqued. 

Jimin who was chuckling to himself, suddenly stoped when he saw Jungkook approaching him.

"Oh, hey, Jungkook. Just the building security checking in, making sure everything's alright"

"Security? At this hour? Why were you laughing?"

"Oh, it's just... I found the security guy's stories amusing, you know? He had some funny anecdotes about his job." Jimin answered nervously. 

"Really? I didn't hear anything. And why are you naked?" Jungkook raised an eyebrow, clearly suspicious. 

Jimin Paused thinking,  " Oh, um, I accidentally spilled my drink while I was getting it from the kitchen. Had to change my clothes."

Jungkook was still skeptical, but decided to drop it.

 "Alright, whatever."

after changing into fresh clothes, Jimin, noticing Jungkook's troubled demeanor, approached him cautiously. Sensing his friend's unease, he decided to broach the topic that had been weighing heavily on Jungkook's mind.

"Jungkook"

"Huh"

"So what are you going to do now, you have been ignoring Taehyung for sometime now."

"I don't know, Jimin. Everything's a mess right now. I still need to talk to my mother about... about Taehyung. She doesn't even know he's my boyfriend, and it's tearing me apart."

"Yeah you are right.."

Jimin, on the surface, appeared supportive and understanding of Jungkook's situation. Deep down, however, he felt a sense of relief that Jungkook didn't suspect his true intentions. His feelings of triumph grew as Jungkook confided in him, expressing his need for more time before addressing the situation with Taehyung.

In Jimin's mind, this delay in Jungkook's decision felt like a victory, a step closer to achieving his own desires. He believed that by keeping Jungkook and Taehyung apart, he would have a chance to win Jungkook's affections for himself. Little did he know, Jungkook's love for Taehyung ran deep, his heart firmly tethered to the person he truly cared for.

Unbeknownst to Jimin, the bond between Jungkook and Taehyung was resilient, grounded in genuine love and affection. While Jimin plotted and schemed, Jungkook's heart remained steadfast, belonging to someone who had captured his soul in a way no one else could. Jimin's hopes for a romantic relationship with Jungkook were built on a fragile foundation, one that might crumble in the face of true love's enduring strength.

***

Overwhelmed by the weight of the secrets and the turmoil that had enveloped his life, Jungkook made a difficult decision. He chose to leave his home and visit his mother to discuss everything that had transpired, hoping to find clarity and resolution.

With each passing day spent in sadness and isolation, he yearned for a sense of closure and understanding. The emotional burden had become too heavy to bear on his own, and he needed to confront the truths that had been hidden from him. Despite the uncertainty that lay ahead, he knew he had to face the difficult conversations that awaited him and seek a way forward, no matter how challenging it might be.

"You finally decided to show up?" Mrs. Jeon said as she absentmindedly cracked her nails on the table, while Jungkook sat down on the chair.

" I see you have something to say " she proceeded

"How are you going to manage this ? " he asked head low, cracking his fingers in nervousness. 

"Manage what ?"

"What you did! what you are doing now!"

"I build this empire Jungkook" Mrs. Jeon rose from her chair, her eyes blazing with determination, and clapped her hands on the desk in a fierce gesture. She fixed her gaze on Jungkook, her tone unwavering.

"Jungkook, after your father's death, I took charge of this company. I am the driving force behind everything we have. The decisions I made were to protect our legacy, to secure our future. "

Jungkook, taken aback by his mother's assertiveness, listened in silence. The revelation of his mother's control and influence over their lives weighed heavily on him, challenging his understanding of the family dynamics he thought he knew.

Mrs. Jeon continued, her voice unwavering:

" I didn't mean to keep you in the dark.But now, it's time for you to understand the complexities of our situation. We must stand united to face whatever challenges come our way."

"What do you mean ?" Jungkook said conflicted and confused.

"I need you get to that Taehyung"

"WHAT" Jungkook screamed

Mrs. Jeon's demeanor turned icy as she crossed her arms around her waist, her eyes shooting venomous daggers at Jungkook. Her words cut through the air like a blade, leaving Jungkook shocked and disoriented.

"Jungkook, you have a choice to make. Either you do as I say, align yourself with the path I've set for this company, or you can forget about ever becoming the CEO. I won't let a mere coffee shop employee jeopardize everything I've sacrificed and built"

Her voice dripped with a lethal mixture of authority and determination, leaving Jungkook with little room for argument. He felt the weight of his mother's expectations bearing down on him, pushing him into a corner where he had to choose between his family's legacy and his own desires.

Inside, Jungkook's heart ached with the impossibility of the situation. He desperately craved the CEO position, something he had dreamed of for years, but his love for Taehyung was a force beyond his control. 

Amidst the turmoil of his emotions, Jungkook faced an agonizing dilemma, torn between his duty to his family and his unyielding love for Taehyung. The battle between his heart and his responsibilities raged within him, leaving him feeling trapped and uncertain of how to navigate the treacherous path that lay ahead.

Jungkook absorbed his mother's words, the truth of her power and the depth of her responsibility sinking in. He realized that the decisions he faced were not just personal but intricately tied to the legacy of their family and the empire his mother had built. The weight of his newfound knowledge settled heavily on his shoulders as he contemplated the path ahead.