𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍┃𝐓𝐊 ✔

Part : 03 Egoistic actor

Taehyung froze when the officer informed him about JK.

JK---Jeon Jungkook, the famous actor whose face was plastered on countless billboards and magazine covers, a singer whose songs had saturated the airwaves and captured the hearts of millions. He was a greatly famous name, his charisma and talent drawing fans from every corner of the globe.

Beneath all the glitter and glory of his public image lay a darker reality. The celebrity whom the media painted as a flawless idol was actually someone whom Taehyung did not like one bit because of the rude behavior he mostly showed in reality shows and interviews

Those moments of his self-egoistic behaviors overshadowed his achievements, often leaving a sour taste in the mouth of the person who had viewed it. He was notorious for treating the staff poorly, always barking orders with little regard for their feelings or efforts. It felt as though the fame put him in some sort of bubble in which he was practically disconnected from the very people who were working behind his back in support of his career.

It was a revelation that made Taehyung's heart run cold. That such a careless and selfish person had to do with the injury of Lucus---the very thought stirred something inside of him. His fist was clenched as he tried to wrestle with the tide of emotions about to drown him.

"Where is he?" Taehyung asked, his voice shaking with anger.

"He's at the studio, filming a new music video," the senior officer replied, serious. "He's in the area, but we need to approach carefully."

"Carefully?" Taehyung mocked, distrustful. "Lucus is lying in the hospital bed because of him! It's not an accident; it's a crime! We have to bring him to account for that!"

The senior officer looked calmly at Taehyung, knowing he was surging with emotions. "We will, but we have to follow due process. We'll send a unit to the studio and bring him in for questioning. In the meantime."

Analysing the angered expressions of Taehyung, the junior officer gently spoke. "You should go back. We will call you once he will be here. For now, you should focus on Lucus and see that he gets all the best care possible."

Taehyung inhaled deeply and let it out, hoping this gesture would send the storm of anger and helplessness swirling inside him away.

Taehyung went back to the hospital, sat in waiting room, feeling the known weight of his concern settle squarely in his chest. He looked at the clock once more; the ticking was a reminder of how each second counted. He wanted to see Lucus pull through; he needed to see his smile again and hear the way he laughed.

He sat hunched amidst tension, anxiety, and anticipation, the only sounds being those of movement of staff around him, their voices at a steady hum in the background. Periodically, a passing nurse would catch his furtive looks to feel how the sympathy would wrap around him like a heavy cloak.

Finally, what felt like forever later, the door opened and in walked a doctor, her expression unreadable as she scanned the room. Taehyung's heart skipped a beat as he jumped to his feet, anxious for any news regarding Lucus. "How is he?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.

The doctor came up to him, her brow furrowed in concern. "He's stable now; the surgery was a success. We still need to monitor him closely. I'll update you as soon."

Taehyung felt a wave of relief wash over him at the news, though it was tinged with anxiety about the surgery. He nodded, trying to process the information. "Can I see him?

"Not right now; he is in recovery, but once he's settled, we'll allow visitors." the doctor assured him with a soft voice. I understand this is a hard time, but be strong. "And I suggest you inform other family members if you have to."