Maniac

Part Two

You woke up with a big stretch in the morning, letting out a small screech before you rolled out of bed to begin getting ready for the day. You knew you were going out with Minho today, but you had no idea when or where you guys were going. You were excited to see what he had planned, but part of you kept thinking back to Hyunjin and how attractive he was and how much you wanted him to do all those naughty things to you.
There was just something about Hyunjin that made you fucking swoon, and to be completely honest, you wanted to see him again today. Of course you were going to give Minho a fair chance, but you just couldn't stop thinking about Hyunjin, no matter how much you tried.
For part of the morning and the rest of the afternoon, you muddled around the house, snacking occasionally, scrolling through your phone and lounging by the pool, before you ultimately decided to begin getting ready. Butterflies fluttered around in your stomach as you began doing your makeup. If Hyunjin and Minho were friends, you wondered if they were similar, but you also wondered what the Lee’s offered your father for your hand in marriage.
Yes, you were well versed in the lifestyle your family lived, but you also knew that you weren't privy to certain information, unlike your brothers who were consulted on almost every decision your father made. And it wasn't like you didn't try to be a part of the conversation, but you were shooed out of the room so many times you just stopped trying. Maybe getting married into a different family would allow you some more information, you wanted to be more involved if you could instead of only being a pawn for merging families.
There's a knock at your door, bringing you out of your thoughts. “Yes?” You call out, putting the finishing touches on your face. The door swings open, in walking Wonho with a garment bag.
“This was delivered for you.” He smiles, laying it down on your bed. You smile as you skip over to your bed, opening the bag to see the most beautiful dress.
“Wow.” You gasp, taking the gorgeous dress out of the bag. You see a note attached to the hanger. You grab it, hanging the dress down gently as you open the envelope.
“Enjoy your date tonight, darling. But not too much. - Hyunjin.”
You felt like a schoolgirl, wanting to giggle and kick your feet. You never knew things like this could actually happen in life, and it just made you feel so happy.
“Alright, get dressed and get moving.” Wonho sighs, walking out of your room. You happily slip into the dress, which fits you like a glove. You smile in the mirror, admiring yourself in the mirror before Wonho knocks on your door again, telling you to move it. You grab your shoes, slipping them on before you grab your purse, and head out your bedroom door. Walking down the stairs, you hear your dad talking to someone, you assumed was Minho.
“Wow.” Minho smiles, holding out his arm for you to hold on to. You link your arm with his, letting him guide you out the door and into his waiting car. You get into the passenger seat, as he walks over to the driver's seat, quickly peeling out of the driveway, heading towards the city.
“So what's the plan?” You ask, glancing out the window before back at him.
“Dinner.” He smiles. “There's this great, secure little restaurant I know.” He says.
That was great, you were absolutely starving and you couldn't wait to eat. “Excellent.” You smile.
“How was your date with Hyunjin?” Minho asks.
“It was good. He's really very sweet.” You say.
“Hyunjin?” Minho asks. “Hwang Hyunjin?” He laughs. “That's surprising. The version he showed you and the version I know are two completely different people.” He laughs.
You shrug your shoulders, you really didn't care what he did when he wasn't around you, you weren't involved in any of it so there was no reason for you to be concerned about what he did on his off time.
“As long as he treats me right, that's all that matters.” You tell him.
The two of you talk a little bit more until he pulls into the parking lot of the restaurant. When you get out of the car, you see Shownu and Wonho pulling into the lot, parking near you but far enough away. You link your arm with Minho again, heading into the restaurant. The two of you are seated at a nice table, in the middle of the room. Minho pulls out your chair for you, sliding you back in before sitting down across from you. You watch the door, seeing Wonho and Shownu come inside, making sure the place is clear before Shownu leaves, leaving Wonho standing guard by the door.
You and Minho talk a little, random chit chat as you both look at the menu. You order yourself a cocktail as you browse the menu a little bit more. There were so many good dishes, you had no idea which one you were going to choose. Every few seconds, you look up to watch most, if not all of the patrons quickly leaving the restaurant, their food unfinished. It made you a little nervous how they were all scattering like there was a fire somewhere.
“I'm going to go to the bathroom.” You tell Minho, anxiety flowing through your body now instead of butterflies. You were filled with a sense of uneasiness and you couldn't quite put your finger on why. Minho smiles and nods as you walk towards Wonho.
“I'm just going to the bathroom.” You tell him, but he can tell something is off with you.
“Everything okay? Are you okay?” He asks quietly.
“Yeah, just have to go.” You half smile, walking to the bathroom. You take your time, puttering around the bathroom, washing your hands, fixing your makeup before you finally take a few deep breaths, and head back out to the table. But instead of hearing murmurs of chitchat, soft laughter, you're met with the sounds of yelling, and Wonho not around.
“Where the fuck is our money!?” You hear a man scream, holding Minho up by his collar. Minho looks over at you, his eyes wide.
“Run!” Minho screams at you, your heart and stomach both sink, fight or flight about to kick in. You turn around, trying to run for the door, but you see it's blocked.
“Get her!” The man yells, making two men chase after you.
Instead, you head for the back of the restaurant, opening a door and quietly closing it behind you. You pull your phone from your purse, dialing one number you knew would be able to help you.
You shakily put the phone up to your ear, trying to control your breathing. “Darling? Are you okay?” Hyunjin asks.
“Guys.. there are guys here.. screaming at Minho.. asking where their money is.. they're trying to find me.. Hyunjin I'm so scared.” You cry, holding your knees to your chest.
“Stay right there, darling. I'm on my way. Keep yourself hidden.” He says. You can hear him breathing, keys rustling as he runs out his front door.
“Hyunjin..” you whisper. “They're outside the door.” You whimper.
“Shh, I'm on my way. It's okay.. you'll be okay.” He says. You can hear the sound of his car speeding faster as he mutters curses under his breath.
The door rips open, scaring you as two men tower over you sinister smiles spreading across their faces.
“Please no!” You scream, trying to fight them off but it doesn't work, they're too strong. Your phone drops, all Hyunjin can hear is the sounds of your screams and pleas to be let go.
“Fuck!” He screams, slamming his hand down on his steering wheel, throwing his phone onto the passenger seat as he presses down on the gas, trying to make it to you faster.
The two men drag you out of the room and back to the dining room, where you see a bloody Minho sitting on the floor, the main man crouching in front of him, holding his cell phone, waving it in front of him.
“Either you're gonna call daddy to get me my money, or I'm gonna be taking your friend here.” He says, looking over at you.
“Leave her out of this!” Minho snaps. “I'm not calling my father. I'll get you your money, I just need some time.”
“I gave you time.” He snaps. “You're out of it now. You have 5 seconds..” he pauses. “5…4…3…2…1.”
“Grab the girl.” The man says, standing up.
“I'm sorry Y/N! Fuck, im so sorry.” Minho yells as the man delivers a swift kick to Minho in the face, knocking him out as another man grabs you, tossing you over his shoulder. You try again to fight, kick, bite, punch but nothing you do phases the man. He walks past the front door, where you see Wonho laying on the floor unconscious, badly beaten. Your cries and pleas for help are unheard and unanswered.
Hyunjin busts through the front door of the restaurant, Wonho just starting to wake up. “Where is she?” He yells, running towards Minho, who is also just waking up. “Where's Y/N?” He asks Minho, who sits up, rubbing his head.
“They took her.” Minho sighs, putting his face into his hands. “I owe them a lot of money.”
“What the fuck man, I thought you were off the gambling?” Hyunjin yells. “You knew they were after you and you still took Y/N out? You knew something like this could happen.” He yells, a little louder.
“I know! I know. It was stupid but I didn't think they'd fucking attack me on a date.” Minho yells back. “I have to find her.” He groans, trying to stand up.
“Don't bother. There's a tracker in her dress, that's how I found out where she was after she called me in a panic.” Hyunjin spits. “I'll get her back, you.” He pauses, pointing at Minho. “Stay away from her.” He finishes walking away.
Hyunjin climbs in his car, pulling up the tracker on his phone. In seconds he gets your location, kicking up rocks as he speeds off towards you.
“If Minho doesn't pay in the next four hours, we're going to have to do something more drastic.” The man sighs, looking at you, curled up on the floor in the corner of the room.
“Yeah I'm aware.” The one you assume is the lead snaps, staring out the window. “He'll pay, they always do.”
“Here we go.” The man smiles, seeing the headlights pulling into the driveway, racing to the house. Hyunjin stops the car, getting out without even turning it off, running to the door, busting inside, finding you first.
“Hyunjin.” You cry, standing up, wrapping your arms around him tightly. He holds you closely, yes he's only had one date with you so far, but he would do anything for you, protect you from anything and nothing would change that.
“It's okay.” He says, letting go of you, pulling you behind him.
“You can't take her unless you're prepared to pay off some debt.” The man snaps.
“How much?” Hyunjin asks.
“500 thousand.” The man says.
Hyunjin nods, pulling out his phone to dial a number. “Should I send it up your ass? Give me a fucking wire number.” He snaps.
The man writes it down quickly, handing the piece of paper to Hyunjin.
“Mr. Kim, I need to do a wire transfer.” Hyunjin Says. “500 thousand.. yeah, the number is..” he says. “Thanks.” He finishes the call, hanging up, sliding his phone back into his pocket.
“Happy?” He asks. “Now I'm gonna take my girl and go.” Hyunjin tells him, grabbing your hand, pulling you out of the house.
He gets you into the car, and himself, driving away from the men who took you. He reaches over, grabbing your hand, holding it tightly. “Are you okay? They didn't hurt you, did they?” He asks, squeezing your hand.
“I'm okay.. no they didn't.” You whisper. “I just don't get why.. he wouldn't call his dad? He let them take me.”
“Minho.. has a long and hard history with gambling.” Hyunjin sighs. “His father has bailed him out on more than one occasion, and said he wouldn't do it again.. that's probably why.”
“But how could he let that happen?” You sigh. “I was expecting to be wooed, not kidnapped.” You half chuckle.
“I know.” He replies. “I'm sorry that happened.”
“It's not your fault, I'm sorry I dragged you into this mess.” You say. “But thank you so much for saving me.. I'm sorry I called you.”
“Please.” Hyunjin says. “Never apologize, I told you to call me anytime for anything. Being kidnapped counts, but I will ask you to try to not make it a habit.” He laughs.
“I can promise you that I don't ever want this to happen again.” You tell him.  The rest of the drive home is driven in silence, Hyunjin’s hand firmly grasping yours.
As Hyunjin pulls into your driveway, your father is already waiting on the stoop, Shownu standing behind him with his head hung low. You get out of the car, Hyunjin also gets out as your father rushes towards you. “Honey, are you okay?” He asks, wrapping his arms around you.
“I'm fine.. thanks to Hyunjin.” You say, hugging your father back.
“Hyunjin, thank you for bringing my daughter back to me. I had it set up for her to go out with you again, and Minho again but I think I will cancel that, I'm pretty positive in my decision.” Your father says.
“With all due respect sir, I think you should give Minho another chance. He messed up, and I'm sure he'll want to make it up to you, and Y/N.” Hyunjin smiles.
Your dad laughs. “It sounds like you're wanting your rival to win.”
“Not at all sir, I just want Minho to be his best, so I can prove I'm the best man for your daughter.” Hyunjin smiles. “Have a good night, sir.”
You walk towards Hyunjin, pulling him in for a hug. “Thank you again.” You whisper in his ear. “See you soon.” You finish.
“I'll be thinking about you, princess.” Hyunjin whispers, placing a kiss on your cheek before you walk back to your father, who wraps his arm around you, bringing you inside.
Hyunjin was it, you were sure about that, for now.