Fated hearts ( taekook ff )

chapter 41

The hallway is alive with the end-of-day rush. Students are chattering, gathering their things, and heading out. Taehyung and Jungkook stand near Taehyung's locker. Taehyung is visibly distracted, his mind clearly elsewhere.

taehyung:Jungkook, I'm really sorry, but I have to leave now. I've got some extra classes I need to attend.

Jungkook looks taken aback, his face showing a mix of confusion and concern.

jungkook:Wait, you're leaving already? We were supposed to walk home together. and yesterday you came home late

taehyung:Yeah, I know. I'll be home soon to celebrate your birthday. You can head back without me today.

Jungkook hesitates, glancing at Taehyung's earnest expression. He nods slowly, though his concern is evident.

jungkook:Alright. I guess I'll see you later then.

taehyung:(smiling) See you later.

Taehyung picks up his backpack and heads toward the exit. Jungkook watches him go, his eyes following Taehyung's retreating figure. There's a mix of sadness and puzzlement on Jungkook's face as he starts walking towards the school exit, his steps slow and reluctant.

time skips

Taehyung: Hey, Jimin.

Jimin: Taehyung! Is Jungkook with you? I was thinking we could all go out for dinner to celebrate his birthday.

Taehyung hangs up, looking distressed. He takes a deep breath and looks around the, trying to stay calm despite the overwhelming worry.

Taehyung: No, he's not with me. I thought he'd be home by now.

Jimin: He's not with me either. We've checked everywhere.

Taehyung: (panicking) Where could he be? I'll try his phone and call you back.

Taehyung hangs up, his distress palpable. He takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm. Jin approaches, noticing Taehyung's agitation.

Jin: Is everything okay? You look a bit off.

Taehyung: (forcing a smile) Oh, Jin-hyung, yeah. Just a bit stressed. Thanks for asking.

Jin: No problem. If you need anything, just let me know.

Taehyung: (hesitant) Hyung, can I get a half-day off? Something urgent has come up.

Jin: Yeah, sure. You worked overnight yesterday. You can go.

Taehyung quickly hands his apron to Jin.

Taehyung: Thank you, hyung.

He mutters to himself as he paces, looking for a taxi.

Taehyung: Where could he be?

Taehyung's movements become increasingly frantic. He dials Jungkook's number repeatedly but gets no answer. His anxiety heightens as he hails a taxi and gives the driver the address for Jungkook's parents' house.

The taxi pulls up outside a large house. Taehyung pays the driver, who wishes him good luck. Taehyung steps out of the cab and approaches the front door, his heart racing.

Jungkook's father stands in the doorway, a twisted smirk on his face.

Jungki:(smirking) Well, well. Look who decided to drop by.

Taehyung's heart skips a beat as he catches sight of Jungkook behind his father. His eyes widen in horror as he sees Jungkook, barely conscious, beaten and bruised.

taehyung:(shouting) No! Jungkook!

Taehyung's eyes widen in shock and rage. He looks up at Jungkook's father, his face flushed with a mix of anger and disbelief.He pushes past Jungki, who steps aside with a malevolent grin. Taehyung drops to his knees beside Jungkook, gently touching his face.

Taehyung: You— You did this? How can someone be so cruel just for some property papers? He's your son!

Taehyung cradles Jungkook's face, his eyes filled with anguish and desperation.

Taehyung: (tears streaming) Baby, are you okay?

Jungkook's eyes flutter open, his face contorted in pain but attempting a faint, reassuring smile. His voice is weak, barely audible.

Jungkook: (whispering) I'm... okay... hyung. Just a little sore. This... is normal... for me.

taehyung:(enraged) He's hurt! He's barely conscious! This is beyond cruel!

A voice interrupts from behind.

?: What's happening here?