Fated Love

Ch~13 || Protecting what's mine

Third person's Pov

Yn along with Taehyung walked into the elevator with my secretary Lee. We had a board meeting regarding the shares of the company and as usual , Her uncle had created problems regarding the company shares that he wanted to buy. Yn had her shoulder's tense, yet her walk screamed aura and power. Taehyung walked behind her with his hand tucked in his pockets

The meeting room was large and air conditioned with oval table and chairs kept in front. The walls were decorated with awards and achievements of the company. Yn set at the head of the table her gaze sharp and steady, while Taehyung sat beside her, his presence steady and confident.

Board members filled in, one by one. At last Mr.Kang entered with a few men, his smile confident and smug as Yn rolled her eyes with a sigh. He took his seat across Yn giving her a challenging glare.

"Good Morning everyone, We are here to discuss about the shares of the company. And Mr.kang here has expressed his desire to buy a part of the shares." Secretary Lee announced.

Hyun gave a curt nod "Yes and Im ready to offer a significant amount. And I also believe, my experience and dedication to the company will make me an ideal candidate to hold the shares"

Yn felt her hand being held as her eyes twitched to that direction and saw taehyung's hand holder hers as she looked up to him only to see him staring somewhere else. She was quite astonished and speechless when i came out of my reverie as Mr.lee called out.

"Thank you for your offer Mr.kang. However, Im not willing to let you buy the shares as the CEO of the company as i believe it won't lead to the well being of the company. I intend to retain control to keep my father's legacy."  I spoke boldly.

Mr.kang's smile faltered for a brief second as he glared at her. He leaned onto the table, clutching his hands together "Come on Now Ms.Kang. Holding onto the shares for silly sentimental reasons isn't at the company's best interest. My offer is financially and strategically  great. Don't you think my dear niece?"

The tension in the room was palpable, every board member waiting to see how the power struggle will unfold. Taehyung who remained silent until now, looked around, assessing the environment and noticed Mr.Kang's confidence as if he believed victory was within grasp.

But Taehyung had come prepared.

He leaned back in his chair, a hint of smile and a confident smirk tugging at his lips. His voice was calm yet filled with authority and power. "Actually, Mr.Kang the shares aren't available to anyone at the moment"

Mr.Kang frowned confused "And why is that?" He asked his expression darkening.

Taehyung smirked as Yn looked at him waiting for him to speak. 

Taehyung looked at Mr.Kang confidently "Because someone happens to have bought them and that someone might be no one else But Mr.Kim and That is me"

Yn's head snapped towards him as she stared surprised as the board members broke into whispers.

Yn definitely didn't know about this. She was astonished as she looked at him, but quickly hid her emotions watching the drama unfold.

Mr.Kang's face twisted in anger as he scowled "The share were never for sale to outsiders"

Taehyung's eyes narrowed, his voice cold "Who said I'm an outsider? I'm the CEO's husband and now a board member as well. I bought the shares with her interests and the company legacy in mind. This isn't about money or business transactions but about protecting what's mine and ensuring her father's vision remains"

Yn swallowed a lump in her throat. She processed what Taehyung had done. He hadn't even told her and here he was standing up for her, in front of everyone. 

"But what did he mean by what's mine? Did he refer to me or the company" She thought, quite confused..

Mr.Kang's face flushed with anger. His fist clenching against the table. He was visibly struggling to keep himself calm. "You think you can waltz in here and take over what belongs to my family?" He hissed "This isn't over taehyung. You may have won today, but you haven't seen the last of me" He said banging his hand against the glass table making it shatter as Yn visibly flinched. Taehyung immediately made her stand up and pulled her away from the glass shards.

"I'm not afraid of you, Mr. Kang. I will do whatever it takes to protect YN and her family's legacy. If you want a fight, then so be it." He said sternly.

Yn took a deep breath, her expression resolute "Uncle, You are my family but i won't let you ruin my company and my father's vision.. I will do whatever it takes to protect it, no matter what you try to do"

With that, Yn ended the meeting. The members left murmuring while glancing at Taehyung. Mr.kang glared at Taehyung before leaving.

Once the room was empty, Yn turned to Taehyung "You bought all the shares?" She asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

"You have a doubt? I couldn't let him take over the shares. And I got to know he bought on of the board members and I fired him. Mr.Kim Baek Hyun" He said.

"I did notice" She said before thinking for a minute and looked up to him. Then, without warning she stepped closer and hugged him tightly "Thank you so much" She said and stepped as he grinned.

Taehyung and Yn soon got into the car as Taehyung started the car. He glanced over at Yn and noticed the exhaustion on her face.

"That went better than expected" He said to lighten up her mood. She smiled and nodded "It did and all thanks to you"

He noticed her looking out of the window. As he stopped at the red light her turned to look at her, taking in her side profile, the way her hair fell softly against her face. He reached over placing his hands on her thigh and intertwining her hand with his. She seemed surprised as she looked down at their hands. Her heart gently fluttering at the contact.

The radio played soft jazz songs as he drove. A gentle melody as they sat in the bubble of warmth. His thumb rubbed over her knuckled softly, a small gesture that made her feel safe after a long time..

"Are you hungry?" He asked.

"Well, i can never say no to food" She said

"Maybe takeout?" he asked

"That sounds amazing" She said with a smile. He stopped by the  restaurant, insisting in grabbing the order himself. Yn watched him through the window, as he spoke softly to the staff. It was a side she had started to see, a side that wasn't about power or business.

When he returned, the car filled with the delicious aroma of warm food as he handed her the takeout bag. "I hope u like it. I ordered what i remember you said u liked last time."

She blinked, her heart skipping a beat in surprise "You remembered?"

"Of course i remember" He said with a playful smile as he placed a hand on the seat behind her head and reversed the car. She stared at his focused face as he reversed the car. She stared at his rolled sleeves beneath which his biceps flexed, his veiny forearms which she found absolutely sexy.

"What am i doing? You can't simp over him, He and his family still killed your father" She shook her head as she thought and focused in front.

They both knew, that there was something undeniable between them, something they didn't want to believe or accept.