Soulmates in Disguise

No Escape

As the party began to wind down, guests started to disperse, and the atmosphere in the room shifted from exuberant celebration to a more subdued farewell. Jungkook, still troubled by the earlier incident, saw an opportunity to speak with Taehyung privately.

Finding a quiet corner away from the crowd, Jungkook approached Taehyung with a heavy heart. "Tae, can we talk for a moment?"

Taehyung, though his composure was intact, couldn't entirely mask the simmering anger beneath. He turned to Jungkook with a controlled expression. "Sure, Jungkook. What's up?"

Jungkook took a deep breath, his voice earnest. "I just wanted to apologize again. I swear, it was never my intention to cause any trouble. I'm really sorry for what happened earlier."

Taehyung's eyes narrowed slightly, but he kept his tone even. "I know it wasn't intentional, Jungkook. You're my friend. Just relax, and let's forget about it." He forced a tight-lipped smile, though it didn't reach his eyes.

Jungkook could see that Taehyung was trying to be diplomatic, but the underlying tension was palpable. "Thanks for understanding, Tae. I was really scared for a moment."

Taehyung placed a hand on Jungkook's shoulder, a gesture that felt both reassuring and unsettling. "Ah, it happens. We'll see each other tomorrow. Enjoy the rest of your night."

Jungkook offered a slight, strained hug. "See you tomorrow, Tae. Enjoy the rest of the evening."

As Taehyung and Jungkook parted ways, Jungkook caught sight of Ria waiting by the entrance. He wanted to speak with her, to offer some reassurance, but with Taehyung's presence looming, he knew it wasn't the right time. He gave Ria a small nod and a wave, his heart heavy with the unspoken words he wished he could say.

Ria watched as Jungkook walked away, feeling a mix of relief and unease. Her gaze followed him until he was out of sight, leaving her alone with Taehyung. The joy of the evening had faded, leaving behind a sense of foreboding.

Taehyung's eyes locked onto Ria's, his expression now a mask of dark intensity. "Are you ready to go?" he asked, his voice low and firm.

Ria nodded, her heart pounding in her chest. "Yes, Tae. Let's go."

As they walked out, Taehyung's hand on her back was firm, almost possessive. The night air was cool, but Ria felt a chill run down her spine. The earlier warmth and joy seemed distant, replaced by a gnawing sense of apprehension.

In the silence between them, Ria felt the weight of Taehyung's unspoken anger. "Tae, can we talk about what happened earlier?" she ventured, trying to break the tension.

Taehyung's gaze darkened. "What is there to talk about, Ria? It was just an accident."

Ria bit her lip, sensing the underlying threat in his words. "I just want to understand how we can move past this. I don't want any more misunderstandings."

Taehyung's voice was cold, his grip on her shoulder tightening. "We'll move past it, but I need you to remember your place. You're mine, Ria. Don't forget that."

Ria's eyes widened in fear, her breath catching in her throat. She wanted to argue, to stand up for herself, but the darkness in Taehyung's gaze made her hesitate. She nodded silently, feeling trapped and vulnerable.

As they drove away, Ria's mind raced with worry. She was caught between her feelings for Jungkook and Taehyung's possessive control. The joy of the engagement had turned into a tangled web of fear and uncertainty.

In the quiet of the car, Taehyung's dark thoughts swirled. The accidental kiss between Jungkook and Ria had ignited a dangerous fire within him. His mind was set on ensuring that no one would come between him and Ria, and he was determined to keep her close, no matter the cost.