NEVER LET GO [Discontinued]

9 - Secrets and Betrayals

The weight of secrets presses heavily on Taehyung's shoulders. Recent revelations about his true lineage have left him grappling with anger and betrayal. As he struggles to come to terms with the past, a haunting dream reveals a critical confrontation with his biological father,Mr. Jeon.

Taehyung tossed restlessly in his sleep, the weight of recent events pressing heavily on his mind. In his dreams, he found himself standing outside a grand, imposing house - the setting of a crucial confrontation with Mr. Jeon.

In the Dream:

Taehyung, his heart pounding, stepped out of the car, the night air cold against his skin.

He approached Mr. Jeon, who stood waiting with a scowl on his face.

Taehyung: "Why the hell did you call me here?"

Mr. Jeon: "Show me some respect. I'm your birth father,"
he snapped, his voice sharp and commanding.

Taehyung: "I don't care about that. I'm a Kim, and I'm going to live like that."

Mr. Jeon: "Then why are you investigating? Live like that."

Taehyung: (scoffing, anger and betrayal clear in his voice) "How can you say that? Do you know what this means to me? To Jungkook? Our whole lives have been a lie. Of course, I'm going to find out who betrayed us. Whether it's you or my-"
Taehyung hesitated, unable to voice the painful reality.

Mr. Jeon: "You don't need to find anything. Just live your life."

Taehyung: "What did you find out? Speak up."

Mr. Jeon: (his tone firm and unyielding) "Don't involve Kim Taehyung. It's an order from your father."

Taehyung's eyes burned with fury, but Mr. Jeon simply turned away. He paused, glancing back with a serious expression.

"It's for your own and your family's good. The moment the truth is revealed, they'll strike and burn down both the Jeon and Kim families."

The dream faded as Taehyung awoke, his body drenched in sweat. The reality of the past confrontation was still fresh in his mind, the pain of the secret he had kept weighing heavily on him. He rubbed his face, trying to shake off the haunting memory.

Taehyung had uncovered the truth about the child swap years ago. He had informed Mr. Jeon, expecting a serious reaction. Initially, Mr. Jeon thought Taehyung was merely playing a prank, but as the investigation progressed, it became clear that the truth was indeed as Taehyung had said.

Mr. Jeon discovered the identity of those behind the scheme but chose to keep this information hidden, fearing the consequences for everyone involved.Taehyung kept the truth a secret, honoring Mr. Jeon's demand to avoid further investigation. However, when Jungkook discovered the truth, Taehyung found himself in a difficult position. Despite his promise to Mr. Jeon, Taehyung couldn't ignore the pressing need to uncover who was behind the attacks. His loyalty to Jungkook and his own need for answers drove him to secretly assist Jungkook, even as he tried to honor his father's wishes.

His phone buzzed on the bedside table. Jackson's name flashed on the screen. Taehyung glanced at the clock. He forced himself out of bed, the weight of the dream and his internal conflict still pressing on him.

Taehyung walked into the living room, where Jackson was already waiting, going through a set of documents and maps spread out on the coffee table.

Jackson: "You're up. We need to finalize our plans. The longer we wait, the more dangerous it gets."