╰┈➤ "𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮?" The king's words were like a dagger piercing through my heart. In the brief moment where his gaze met mine, I felt an overwhelming sense of fear rise into my belly. The question, though simple in its wording, was weighted...
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Y/N stepped into the garden, the castle walls towering behind her like a protective embrace. The air was thick with the scent of blooming flowers, a symphony of color and life that seemed to dance around her as she walked. She had discovered this place during her wanderings, a hidden gem that offered her solace from the curious gazes of the court. It was here, amidst the roses and lilies, that she felt a strange sense of belonging in this foreign time.
The sun was high in the sky, casting a warm glow across the meticulously manicured lawns. A gentle breeze whispered through the leaves of the trees, carrying with it the sweet melody of a nearby lute. She took a deep breath, filling her lungs with the fragrant air, and let out a contented sigh. The garden was a maze of beauty, with each turn revealing a new wonder. A fountain babbled in the distance, its crystalline waters reflecting the vibrant hues of the flowers around it.
Her eyes fell upon a trellis heavy with the weight of jasmine vines. Their delicate white blossoms hung like stars in the moonlight, each one releasing a scent so potent it seemed to wrap around her like a warm embrace. Y/N approached, her heart fluttering with the excitement of discovery. She had read about jasmine in her books, but to stand before it in its natural splendor was an experience that transcended words.
The flowers were in full bloom, their sweet fragrance perfuming the air with a scent that was both comforting and exotic. She reached out to touch one, its velvety petals cool against her skin, and felt a sudden sense of peace wash over her. It was as if the scent itself held the secrets of the universe, whispering tales of love and loss, of battles won and hearts broken.
The sound of footsteps on the gravel path snapped her out of her reverie, and she turned to find King Jungkook approaching, his expression inscrutable. He was dressed in a tunic of deep blue, the color of a midnight sky, and his hair was pulled back in a sleek tail that accentuated the sharp lines of his jaw. His eyes searched hers, and she felt a sudden thrill of anticipation mingle with the lingering apprehension that had become her constant companion since her arrival.
"Y/N," he called out, his voice a gentle caress that seemed to carry on the very air itself. She felt a strange warmth at the sound of her name on his lips, a feeling that was both comforting and disconcerting. "You seem to have found your own corner of the castle." He stopped a few paces away, his hands clasped behind his back as he took in the sight of her surrounded by the blooming jasmine.
"Yes, Jungkook," she replied, her voice a soft echo in the serene setting. She turned to face him, her eyes searching his for any hint of what he might be thinking. "This garden is truly breathtaking. It's like a little piece of heaven here on earth." She couldn't help but smile as she spoke, her heart swelling with the beauty of the moment.
He returned her smile, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "I am glad you find solace here," he said, his voice filled with genuine concern. "Life in the castle can be overwhelming at times. It is important to have a place to retreat to." His gaze lingered on her, as if he were trying to peer into the very depths of her soul.
