SHADOWS OF FATE: A MAFIA LOVE STORY

Chapter- 10 Shadows of Fear

The morning sun cast a golden glow over the university campus, but for Jungkook, it felt like stepping into the shadows of fear. His heart pounded in his chest as he approached the university gates, each step a struggle against the memories of the ominous encounters from the previous day. He hesitated, fingers gripping the strap of his bag, his inner vulnerability exposed.Jungkook's mind raced with thoughts of the mysterious figure from the alley, the one he had unintentionally witnessed in the midst of a dangerous encounter. The fear of recognition, the dread of facing that intimidating presence again, held him back like an invisible force.

Taking a deep breath, Jungkook summoned the courage to push through the gates, blending into the sea of students heading to their classes. He kept his gaze low, hoping to avoid any unwanted attention. The weight of paranoia pressed down on him, every passing face a potential threat.

Meanwhile, Taehyung, the disguised mafia leader, strolled through the campus with a nonchalant swagger. His eyes scanned the surroundings with a predatory focus, seeking the familiar face of the soft-spoken boy who had unwittingly entered the dangerous realm of his world.

Spotting Jungkook amidst the crowd, Taehyung's lips curled into a subtle smirk. He observed the visible tension in the boy's shoulders, the nervous glances darting around, and he relished the control he seemed to exert over the unsuspecting student.

As Jungkook neared the entrance to the main building, Taehyung intercepted his path. A calculated move, eyes locking onto Jungkook's, conveying a silent threat. Jungkook froze, the colour draining from his face as he recognized the face from the alley, the man who haunted his nightmares.

TAEHYUNG

(softly, threatening)

You've got guts showing up here, kid.Jungkook's voice caught in his throat, unable to form a coherent response. Taehyung leaned in, his tone low and dangerous.

TAEHYUNG (CONT'D)

Remember this - loose lips sink ships, especially in our little college family.Jungkook, still unsure of Taehyung's true identity, gulps nervously.

JUNGKOOK

(whispering)

Who are you?

TAEHYUNG

(smirking)

Call me senior. But remember, you and I, share a secret. Keep it to yourself unless you want more than just homework trouble.

With that, Taehyung straightened up and continued his stroll through the campus, leaving Jungkook standing there, shaken and vulnerable. The whispers of fear echoed in Jungkook's mind as he grappled with the realization that his university, once a place of education and hope, had become entangled in the dangerous threads of the criminal underworld.The shadows of fear loomed over Jungkook as he watched Taehyung disappear into the crowd, unsure of how he could navigate this perilous situation without unravelling the fabric of his own existence.