Starting New 《JeongCheol》

Eighty

Jeonghan found Han sitting alone by the edge of the forest.  "Han," Jeonghan called softly. "Mind if I join you?" He asked.

Han looked up, surprise flickering in his eyes before he nodded. Jeonghan settled beside him, the cool grass soft beneath him as he turned to face Han.

"Want to tell me whats been going on?'" Jeonghan asked. "Is everything okay?"

Han sighed, his shoulders slumping. "It's just... I don't know, Jeonghan," he admitted. "I've been struggling with this whole not submiting thing of mine."

Jeonghan listened quietly, his gaze filled with empathy as he reached out to place a comforting hand on Han's shoulder.

"It's okay to feel that way, Han," he reassured. "We all have our days, especially with a gift like that, It's natural to question the roles we're expected to play in the pack."

Han nodded, his expression reflecting a mixture of frustration and self-doubt.

"I know, but... I don't want to cause trouble or disrupt the pack's hierarchy," Han said, his voice barely above a whisper. "I just... Submission isn't something I want to give freely."

Jeonghan squeezed Han's shoulder. "You're not causing trouble, Han," he said firmly.

Han's eyes widened in surprise at Jeonghan's words. "You really think so?" He asked.

Jeonghan nodded. "Absolutely," he replied. "You may not always conform to traditional expectations, but that doesn't make you any less valuable to the pack. In fact, it's your unique perspective and resilience that make you an invaluable member of your family."

Han's heart swelled at Jeonghan's words, a sense of reassurance washing over him. "Thank you, Jeonghan," he murmured, his voice filled with gratitude. "I needed to hear that."

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As the pack gathered around the fire, that night, the atmosphere was still a bit heavy with tension following the recent disagreement between Han and Hyunjin.

Han could feel the weight of his actions pressing down on him, the sense of guilt gnawing at his insides.

Taking a deep breath to steady his nerves, Han rose to his feet, his heart pounding in his chest as he addressed the packs.

"Everyone," Han began. "I need to apologize." He said. Hyunjin's eyes softened with surprise as he watched Han.

"I let my emotions get the best of me," Han continued, his voice laced with regret. "I said things that I didn't mean, and I hurt someone who didn't deserve it."

"I'm sorry, Hyunjin," Han said, turning to face the Beta with a sincere expression. "I know I was out of line, and I regret it deeply. You're a valued member of our pack, and I should have treated you with more respect."

"Apology accepted, Han," Hyunjin nodded.

A sense of relief washed over Han as he exchanged a grateful nod with Hyunjin, a weight lifting from his shoulders with each passing moment. Turning back to the rest of the pack, he took another deep breath before continuing.

"I also want to apologize to all of you," Han said. "I know my actions caused tension within the pack, and I'm truly sorry for that."

"We're all human - or should I say, all wolves - Han," Seungcheol said with a reassuring smile. "We make mistakes, but what matters is that we own up to them and strive to do better. You've shown great courage in apologizing, and we respect you for that."