[COMPLETED] ENDURING LOVE (JIKOOK)

46; Judgement and Heartache

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The hospital hallway feels even colder as Yoongi's ultimatum hangs in the air. Each person present is lost in their thoughts, wrestling with the gravity of what's to come. 

Jimin's voice breaks the silence, soft but filled with anguish. "Yoongi hyung, please... Is there really no other way?"

Yoongi's jaw tightens, his voice firm but understanding. "Jimin, I get that this is hard. But we can't let emotions cloud our judgment. Hobi needs to face the consequences of his actions. It's the only way to ensure justice and prevent further harm."

Jimin's eyes fill with tears, his voice cracking as he speaks. "I understand that, but... I just can't accept seeing him locked up. He was there for me through everything, and I... I can't abandon him now."

Jungkook's gaze is steely, his anger barely contained. "Yoongi hyung is right," he says sharply, his voice firm. "Hobi's actions caused too much harm. I can't forgive him for what he did to you, baby."

Byeongnam nods in agreement with Jungkook, his own frustration evident. "Jimin, as much as it hurts, Hobi's actions were unforgivable. We have to think about the safety of everyone involved."

Jimin's eyes fill with tears as he looks at Hobi through the door, who remains distant and unresponsive. "But... but Hobi is still my friend. I don't want to see him locked up. There has to be another way."

Taehyung's expression is conflicted, his gaze shifting between Jimin and Yoongi. "Jimin, I understand how you feel," he says quietly, his voice heavy with uncertainty. "But we can't ignore what Hobi did. It's wrong, and he needs to be held accountable."

Jimin shakes his head, tears streaming down his cheeks. "No, Tae hyung... You love him, don't you? How could you say such things!" 

Taehyung's face hardens, though the pain in his eyes is undeniable. "It's not about love anymore, Jimin. It's about what's right and what's wrong. Hobi's actions have put everyone at risk."

Jimin's voice trembles as he pleads, "Please, Tae hyung, don't you see? This isn't just about what he did—it's about who he is to us. I can't bear the thought of him being punished like this. He's still a part of our lives, no matter how much pain he's caused."

Yoongi's expression is resolute, his tone unyielding. "Jimin, I understand your pain, but I can't overlook the law. If I don't act, I'm failing my duty as a detective and risking more harm. I will issue a warrant for his arrest."

Jimin's sobs become more pronounced, his distress palpable. "Please, Yoongi hyung, there has to be another way. I can't just watch him be thrown away."

Jungkook steps forward, his voice filled with protective anger. "Baby, you're asking us to turn a blind eye to what happened. That's not an option. We need to ensure that Hobi's actions are properly addressed."

Yoongi's voice takes on a sharper edge, though he tries to remain calm. "Jimin, you suffered from Hobi's actions more than anyone. Why can't you see that he deserves to be held accountable? You know what he did to you and to everyone. This isn't about abandoning him; it's about making sure he faces the consequences of his actions. It's about ensuring justice."

Jimin's face crumples as he looks at Yoongi and then back at Hobi. His voice rises, filled with desperation. "But you don't understand! Every time I look at him, I see my friend. The person who was there for me, who helped me through everything. How can you expect me to just watch him get punished like this? It's not fair!"

Yoongi's eyes are firm, though his voice softens slightly. "But if we don't hold Hobi accountable, it sends the message that his actions are acceptable, that they don't have consequences. That's not justice. It's not fair to you, to anyone affected by his actions."