"POSSESSION" II JJK X THV II 21+ TAEKOOK FF

13. The Shackle

Taehyung took a deep breath as he stood in front of the imposing high-rise building of the multinational company owned by Seojoon.

Jungkook, standing beside him, glanced over with concern. "Are you okay?" he asked, holding Taehyung's hand tightly. "It's okay if you don't want to go in. We can come later"

Taehyung shook his head, "I have to do this sooner or later."

With that, they entered the building. Some people glanced at them curiously, especially at Jungkook since he was carrying a huge suitcase, but most were engrossed in their work.

The receptionist looked up as they approached. "How can I help you?"

"We're here to see the president," Taehyung replied.

The receptionist frowned slightly but then picked up the phone to make a call.

Her expression shifted quickly as she listened to the response. She stood up and bowed deeply. "The president has been expecting you. Please follow me."

She led them to the elevator, and they rode up to the 11th floor in silence. When they arrived, she knocked on a door, and a cold voice from inside commanded, "Come in."

She opened the door for them and bowed out as they entered.

Inside was a vast, well-furnished office. One wall was a complete glass window offering a panoramic view of the city.

Jungkook's face hardened at the sight of the tall man standing with his back to them, staring out the window. His grip on Taehyung's hand tightened, but he relaxed slightly as Taehyung rubbed his thumb reassuringly over his hand.

Seojoon slowly turned to Taehyung and Jungkook, his eyes narrowing slightly, but a sly smile playing on his lips. "I've been expecting you, Taehyung,"

His gaze shifted to Jungkook, and his expression soured. "But I see you've brought an unpleasant guest."

Jungkook remained silent, but his face darkened, his jaw tightening.

Taehyung opened his mouth to speak, but Seojoon raised a hand to stop him. "Where have you been these past few days? I was worried," Seojoon continued, his tone suddenly cheerful as if nothing was amiss.

He stepped closer to Taehyung, "Are you hungry by the way? Should I order some scones? Or maybe ramen? You love ramen more than anything right? After all, we have known each other for so long, I know you better than anyone."

Ignoring Jungkook completely, Seojoon continued, "You look even more beautiful than the last time I saw you." He reached out, fingers brushing Taehyung's blonde hair. "I love your hair, you dyed it blonde just like I suggested. It suits you."

Before he could touch Taehyung's hair anymore, Jungkook's hand shot out, stopping Seojoon's, gripping his wrist tightly.

Seojoon looked at Jungkook with a mocking expression, but Jungkook's grip didn't loosen.

Seojoon pulled back, his smile never faltering.

"You can play house with whoever you want, Taehyung, but at the end of the day, you belong to me," His gaze shifted to Jungkook as he sneered.

"How did you end up with someone like him? He has no job, no house, all he has is a violent temper with a history of fighting. He even doesn't have any place in his own family. How can he make you happy when he's so miserable himself?"

Taehyung stared at Seojoon intently, as if searching for something beneath his words.

Jungkook, seething with anger, almost raised his fist, but Taehyung stopped him with a gentle touch. "Jungkook," he said softly, "can you give me a few minutes alone with him?"