Path Of Thorns| Vmin Historical AU

T w e n t y S i x

Taehyung stood in the grand hall near the small pool. His gaze fixed at the moon, brightening upon the dark sky. The wind felt cool against his face, the night seemed unbearably long, his mind still tangled about the incident just occured and the demand Jimin had expressed to him.

"What if Jimin wasn't there to protect him? What kind of life he would live then after being poisoned? Or perhaps he wouldn't be alive?" The thought trembled him in an intense fear. He recalled the actual prophecy in his mind, The one Jungkook had told him.

Jimin held the power of changing the fate of Eldoria, his revenge from his father could lead Taehyung to get access over Thaloria. Taehyung knew if that happens, then nobody would be able to stop him from becoming the utmost powerful king of the history.

"You must have a lot of things to say." Jimin's voice brushed from the back and gained Taehyung's attention.

Taehyung turned back and forced a smile over his exhausted face. He thought for a moment and then spoke, "You're indeed the most clever one, and I foolishly thought you as a pathetic person." He said.

Jimin softly chuckled, "My mother once had told her story, and she also told me that her mistake was not to pick yeh opportunity she had." He said, his eyes solemn as he recalled each memory of his mother.

"Your mother trained you very well." Taehyung passed a compliment.

Jimin sighed heavily, "She sacrificed herself for awakening my powers." He replied, "And did I tell you that after that sacrifice I can read your thoughts very well, it just one of my powers." Said Jimin, with a light shrug of his shoulder.

Taehyung widened his eyes, he glared at Jimin in disappointment, "How dare you?"

Jimin giggled devilishly, he stepped ahead and made himself stood besides Taehyung. "It's something naturally happened to me, I can read the thoughts of any person I want, but it requires so much energy." He said, "And thanks to you, now I know about the prophecy about myself wandering in Eldoria."

Taehyung's widened eyes never leaving the stunning face of Jimin, his heart sunk through embarrassment after realizing that Jimin might have known about his growing feelings for himself.

"Of course I know." Jimin answered.

"Stop reading my thoughts." Taehyung scolded.

" You like me and I also think you're not bad, why not we marry and help ourselves to win our goals." Jimin offered, "You can help me to seek my revenge and I'll help you to be the strongest king, who would rule over to Thaloria."

Taehyung couldn't deny his offer, he knew at this crucial moment Jimin was the only person who could help him, "And what about the curse on the people of Velaris.?" He asked curiously.

"When I spiritually visit my homeland and for cursed by those witches, I found a melody in their mind, a melody that could break any curse." Jimin explained in an instant.

"You're dangerous." Taehyung said, amazed by Jimin's ability.

"I know I am, that's why I can be your greatest weapon." Jimin replied, he shifted his gaze to Taehyung, the soft moonlight kissing his cheek, "I won't disappoint you, in any way." He whispered.

Taehyung cleared his throat, he looked back and forth. "Alright, but before, you have to break the curse." He said.

"No, not at all." Jimin replied, "If I break the curse then you can change your words, we will marry with each other and the next night I will break the both curses at same time." He clarified.

Taehyung sighed in annoyance, "A king never change his word."

Jimin turned to leave, his expression thoughtful. "But a human can change their will quickly," he said quietly. As he took a step toward the exit, his foot suddenly slipped on the edge of the pool. He stumbled, and for a moment, it seemed like he would fall right into the water.

Before Jimin could hit the ground, Taehyung reacted instantly. He reached out and grabbed Jimin’s arm, pulling him back with a firm but gentle grip. His large hand slid down to Jimin's waist as he steadied him, the warmth of his touch lingering. Jimin's slender figure was drawn closer to Taehyung's strong frame, their bodies pressed together.

Time seemed to slow down for a moment as they stood there, the tension between them palpable. Jimin looked up, their eyes meeting for a brief second, and he felt a surge of something unspoken in the air. His heart raced, caught off guard by how close they were, while Taehyung's grip remained firm, almost protective, as if he didn't want to let go.

Taehyung pulled the little strand of Jimin's sleek hair, that softly caressed his face, feeling the smooth milky white skin beneath the finger tip. As Taehyung took a closer look to Jimin, he realized that Jimin had sculpted features, rosy cheeks and plumpy lips, sharp jaw line and wide forehead, a great blender of masculine charm and feminine divinity.

Jimin swallowed, his heart thudded loudly in his chest, he tightened his grip against the furry robe of Taehyung, "I...I... Don't know, how I," words stuck in his mouth.

"Shhh," Taehyung whispered, gently pressing his pointer finger against Jimin's soft, plump lips to quiet him.

Jimin breathed heavily, each thud of his heartbeat echoed in his ears as he squeezed his eyes, allowing Taehyung to taste his soft juicy lips.

Taehyung couldn't prevent anything, he had deeply stunned by the breathtaking beauty of Jimin, he gently pressed his lips against Jimin's and savoured the sweet taste, Taehyung felt like he touched soft petal of roses soaked in honey, he felt arousal, a strong urge grew inside, to let the moment drag even further.

Without giving much thoughts, Taehyung began to kiss Jimin's lips passionately, enjoying the moment. Jimin have his tongue inside his mouth, their hands feeling each other's body as they continued to kiss.

Taehyung wasn't done even though kissing Jimin for thirty seconds long, Jimin shove him away, allowing Taehyung and himself to breathe. And for a brief moment, they both passionately gazed each other.

"Promise me you won't leave me alone." Taehyung said in a deep voice, "Promise me you will always be my side, always support kw no matter what." He demanded.

Jimin nodded his head, wrapping his both arms around Taehyung's subtle neck he felt as he finally found his home.