Heartless

Beyond the storm

Taehyung's eyes fluttered open, revealing an unfamiliar hospital room. The beeping machines and antiseptic scent overwhelmed him. He tried to sit up, but a searing pain shot through his shoulder, making him wince. Memories flooded back - the gunshots, the car, Yuri's frantic face. His last recollection was Yuri's vow, "I won't breathe for even a second... Without you Taehyung."

With a surge of anxiety, Taehyung struggled to rise, his mind racing with questions. Where was Yuri? Was she safe? The doctors rushed in, gentle but firm, urging him to lie back. "Mr. Kim, please rest. You've been through a lot."

Taehyung's voice was hoarse, his words laced with desperation. "Yuri... Where's Yuri?" The doctors exchanged reassuring glances before one of them replied, "She's fine, Mr. Kim. You'll see her soon. Just focus on recovering for now."

Taehyung's gaze lingered on the doctors, searching for any sign of deception. But their calm demeanor soothed his frayed nerves. He reluctantly lay back, his eyes closing as the pain medication began to take effect. His mind whispered a silent prayer Please let Yuri be okay. I need her.
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Taehyung's eyes fluttered open hearing a faint voice, and he was met with Yuri's tear-stained face. Her eyes welled up with fresh tears as she gazed at him, her hands intertwined with his. Taehyung's heart ached at the sight of her pain.

With a gentle touch, he wiped away her tears, his voice barely above a whisper. "How're you, doll? Did you get yourself checked? Is the baby okay?"

Yuri's smile faltered, her lips trembling. "Look who's talking , the one who's injured is you, and you're worrying about me?"

Taehyung's eyes dropped, his guilt evident. "You should go... I'll send my secretary with you.. he'll help you move to a safe place. Take care of yourself and our baby."

But Yuri's thoughts were elsewhere. She knew that if she left him now, he'd succumb to the darkness that had haunted him for so long. She'd seen glimpses of his smile, and she couldn't bear to take it away from him.... Not again.

Her voice was barely audible, a whispered rebellion. "What if... I don't want to leave?" The words hung in the air, a challenge to Taehyung's resolve. His eyes locked onto hers, searching for answers, as Yuri's grip on his hand tightened, refusing to let go.

Taehyung's eyes widened in astonishment as Yuri's words hung in the air, her voice trembling with emotion. His heart racing, he struggled to process the promise she made. Yuri's hands grasped his tightly, her fingers intertwining with his as she gazed up at him with unwavering devotion.

"Taehyung, I won't leave you," she repeated, her voice barely above a whisper. "I want to stay with you... forever."

As her words enveloped him, Taehyung felt a spark ignite within his soul. His once shattered world, fragmented by pain and fear, began to mend. The weight of her promise lifted the darkness, allowing a glimmer of hope to seep in.

Tears welled up in his eyes as he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her close in a tender embrace. But as Yuri leaned in, her weight on his injured shoulder sent a jolt of pain through his body. He winced, and Yuri immediately pulled back, concern etched on her face.

"I'm sorry," she whispered, her eyes brimming with tears.

Taehyung smiled weakly, his heart overflowing with emotion. "It's okay," he whispered back, his voice cracking. "I'd bear a thousand pains for you."

As they sat there, wrapped in each other's arms, they shared a tender, laughter-filled moment. Taehyung's lips brushed against Yuri's forehead, a soft kiss that spoke volumes of his love and gratitude.