Jimin Protectors ' Book 1 '

Chapter 69 '✅'

Author's POV:

Taehyung's heart pounded hard in his chest as he watched Yoongi storm out of the house. Yoongi's face was twisted with anger, his footsteps heavy and loud. Taehyung ran after him, calling his name desperately, but Yoongi didn't stop or turn around. Fear crept into Taehyung's mind as he rushed back home.

Inside the house, Taehyung found IU there, her hands shaking with worry. He grabbed her arm gently.

Taehyung: "What happened with Yoongi hyung, Noona?" His voice trembled with concern. "He looked so angry when he left. He wouldn't even answer when I called him."

IU's face crumpled with sadness. She wrung her hands together nervously.

IU: "I don't know, Tae. He was so harsh with Jimin. He wouldn't let me in the room when he took him there. I was just about to check on Jimin myself."

Taehyung's eyebrows pulled together in a deep frown.

Taehyung: "Take me with you."

The two of them hurried up the stairs, their footsteps quick and anxious. As they got closer to Jimin's room, they could hear soft, heartbreaking sobs coming from behind the door. IU's hand trembled as she slowly opened it.

Inside, they found Jimin curled up on his bed like a small, wounded animal. His body shook with each sob, tears streaming down his face. IU rushed to him immediately, pulling his small body into her warm embrace.

IU: "What happened, little one? Why was your Appa so angry?" Her voice was soft and gentle, like a mother's lullaby.

Jimin looked up at her with red, swollen eyes. His face was puffy from crying, and he clung to her like she might disappear.

Jimin: "I... I messed up, Omma. I made a terrible mistake." His voice broke between sobs. "I made him sad, Omma. Please help me. He won't even talk to me."

IU's hands moved gently up and down his back, trying to calm his shaking body. Taehyung watched from nearby, his heart breaking at the sight of Jimin's pain.

Taehyung: "What did you do?!" His voice came out sharp and demanding.

The sudden harsh tone made Jimin jump with fear. He hadn't seen Taehyung standing there. Quickly, he buried his face deeper into IU's arms, peeking out at Taehyung with frightened eyes.

Jimin: "N-nothing," he whispered, his voice barely audible.

Jimin knew how strict Taehyung could be, especially about schoolwork. The thought of another punishment made his stomach twist with fear.

Seeing the terror in Jimin's eyes, Taehyung's expression immediately softened. He knelt down slowly, making himself smaller and less scary.

Taehyung: "Come here, Jiminaa. Whatever you did, I promise I won't hurt you. Just tell me, okay?"

With gentle hands, he carefully pulled Jimin from IU's arms. But when he saw Jimin's face clearly, his eyes went wide with shock and horror.

Taehyung: "What happened to your face, Jimin?" His voice was filled with panic and worry.

Jimin's hand flew to his red, swollen cheek. He had forgotten about the physical pain because his heart hurt so much more.

Taehyung: "Did someone at school hurt you? Who did this to you? Tell me now!" His voice got louder with each word, fear making him desperate for answers.

Jimin's whole body started shaking as he tried to speak.

Jimin: "N-no... I... I didn't... This is from... This is from Appa. I..."