Love Again

18

Days had passed, and the media storm that had once raged fiercely began to slow down. The initial frenzy surrounding the love triangle between Taehyung, Seokjin, and Jennie started to fade, but it wasn't over. The public still remembered the whispers about Seokjin and Jungkook, rumors that had made headlines not too long ago. However, the Jeon family's PR team had swiftly stepped in, issuing strong denials to keep the family's reputation intact. They worked around the clock to quash any speculation about a potential relationship between Jungkook and Seokjin, making sure the media focused elsewhere.

For Jennie's part, her team had released a statement as well. They claimed the scandal with Taehyung was all in the past, and they seemed baffled by why the news had resurfaced now. Jennie herself remained quiet, not addressing the public directly, but her fans and supporters quickly rallied behind her. The narrative spun by her PR team worked for now, painting her as someone caught in the crossfire of old drama, with no real malice in the current situation.

Meanwhile, Taehyung and Seokjin's breakup was finally made public. It had been a painful process behind closed doors, but both of them knew it was necessary. The official statement came from Yoongi and Taehyung's manager, Minho. The announcement was brief, professional, and devoid of any unnecessary details.

"After careful consideration, both Taehyung and Seokjin have decided to part ways and are no longer in a relationship. They ask for privacy during this time as they focus on their individual careers and personal well-being."

The statement hit the public like a wave, and reactions were as mixed as expected. Fans who had long suspected the relationship were either heartbroken or felt vindicated, while others expressed their disappointment at the confirmation of the breakup.

"I can't believe Taehyung and Seokjin were actually together. They were so good for each other..."

"Maybe it's for the best. The scandal was too messy. Seokjin deserves better."

"I'm sad they broke up, but Taehyung and Seokjin will move on. Let's support them both."

Of course, there were still those who struggled to accept the nature of their relationship in the first place. Some corners of the internet were filled with homophobic comments and conspiracy theories, trying to discredit both Taehyung and Seokjin. Despite this, their fanbases were quick to defend them, starting hashtags of support and love.

"We love you, Seokjin! Stay strong!"

"Taehyung, we're with you no matter what!"

As the public adjusted to the news, both Seokjin and Taehyung remained out of the spotlight, choosing to focus on their respective careers. It was a mutual decision to keep a low profile for a while, and Yoongi, ever the protective friend and manager, was keeping an eye on Seokjin's well-being.

Seokjin, now free from the emotional whirlwind of his relationship with Taehyung, was still staying with Yoongi. He hadn't said much since the breakup went public, processing everything in his own time. The weight of the scandal, the breakup, and the loss of work opportunities hung over him, but he was slowly finding some clarity, especially with the media attention dying down.

Yoongi watched over him, knowing that Seokjin wasn't the type to easily share his inner turmoil. But he could see that his friend was hurting, and the end of the relationship with Taehyung, though necessary, had taken a toll on Seokjin's spirit.

On the other side, Taehyung was struggling too. The breakup, though public now, had left him feeling emptier than he had anticipated. While he had put on a brave face during his work commitments, there were moments-quiet moments alone in his apartment-where the loss of Seokjin hit him hard. The chaos of their relationship and its public unraveling weighed on him, and the guilt of everything he had done lingered, especially in the moments when the apartment felt too quiet.