1. Brat

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Jungkook's POV

Another day of dragging myself back from college, bags under my eyes and books weighing me down. I hadn't even eaten lunch, thanks to Professor Choi's surprise assignment, so my stomach had been growling for the last hour. Just when I thought the day couldn't get any worse, I turned the corner and saw it-a huge, lavish wedding party in full swing.

My steps slowed as my eyes took in the scene. Lights hung from trees, glowing with a warm, golden hue. Laughter echoed through the air, and the delicious aroma of grilled meat and sweet desserts made my mouth water instantly.

I paused, standing on the sidewalk like an outsider. But the brat in me-the rebellious side that liked breaking rules just for the hell of it-started whispering ideas. What if I just... sneaked in? Weddings always had tons of guests. No one would notice one more, right?

I wasn't one to pass up free food, especially when today, my wallet was as thin as paper, so I made my decision. Glancing around to make sure no one was paying attention, I slipped past the entrance and wove through the crowd like I belonged there.

 Glancing around to make sure no one was paying attention, I slipped past the entrance and wove through the crowd like I belonged there

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Once inside, I felt a thrill surge through me

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Once inside, I felt a thrill surge through me. The music was loud, the guests were distracted, and the buffet table was calling my name. I grabbed a plate and started piling on food. Roasted chicken, shrimp cocktails, fresh salads-I didn't hold back.

No one batted an eye. I was just another well-dressed guy at the party. As I took my seat in a quiet corner, a smirk tugged at my lips. This was too easy.

Or so I thought.....

Just as I was about to take a bite of the roasted chicken, a firm hand grabbed my shoulder. I froze. Slowly, I turned around, my heart racing. A man in his mid-50s stood before me, his expression curious but with a hint of authority.

"I haven't ever seen you before. Who are you?" His voice was steady, and his eyes bore into me with suspicion.

I swallowed hard, trying to keep calm. My brain scrambled for an excuse, and I blurted out, "I'm an old friend of the groom." The words left my mouth before I had time to think. Mentally, I patted myself on the back for coming up with a somewhat believable story.

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