Twin Flames: A Forbidden Love

Part 1

Min-seo's life had always been wonderfully predictable. She loved her books, her small group of close friends, and the quiet routine she had built. University was where she found solace, a place to dive into her studies and dream about her future. But one fateful day, that all changed in the most unexpected way.

The day she met Taehyung and Jaehyun began like any other. Min-seo had slipped into the university library during her break, searching for a book on Korean folklore for her upcoming assignment. She always loved the library's stillness—rows of towering bookshelves, the soft hum of air conditioning, and the smell of old books. It was a comforting escape from the hustle and bustle of student life.

Her fingers skimmed across the spines of books as she walked along one of the narrow aisles. The book she needed was just out of reach, perched high on a shelf. Min-seo stood on her toes, stretching her arm as far as it could go, but she was too short.

"Need a hand?" a voice came from behind her, startling her.

She turned around and saw him—a tall, handsome guy with an easygoing smile that made her heart skip a beat. He reached up effortlessly and grabbed the book, handing it to her with a playful grin.

"Thanks," she mumbled, flustered by how effortlessly charming he was.

"I'm Jaehyun," he introduced himself, his voice smooth and confident. "And you are?"

"Min-seo," she replied, feeling a little overwhelmed by his energy.

Jaehyun leaned casually against the bookshelf, his eyes twinkling with mischief. "So, Min-seo, are you always this serious about your studies, or do you have a wild side?"

Min-seo raised an eyebrow, trying to hold back a smile. "I like my books. Is that so wrong?"

"Not at all," Jaehyun said with a wink. "But maybe you could use a little fun. Ever been to the rooftop garden? It's a great place to escape from all this... academic stress."

Before Min-seo could respond, another figure appeared from behind one of the shelves. It was Jaehyun's twin brother, Taehyung. She hadn't noticed him before, but his presence was quieter, more subdued. His dark hair fell softly over his forehead, and his deep, thoughtful eyes met hers briefly before looking away.

"Jaehyun, don't you have class right now?" Taehyung asked, his voice low but firm.

Jaehyun rolled his eyes. "Relax, hyung. I'm just helping Min-seo here. You're not the only one who can make new friends."

Taehyung shot his brother a look, but said nothing more. Instead, he turned his attention to Min-seo and offered her a small smile. "Don't mind him. He can be a bit much sometimes."

"Hey!" Jaehyun protested, but Min-seo couldn't help but laugh.

As Jaehyun continued to joke around, Taehyung remained nearby, quietly observing the interaction. He didn't need to command attention like Jaehyun did, but Min-seo found herself drawn to him in a different way. His calmness was a stark contrast to his brother's playful nature, and there was something about his quiet presence that intrigued her.

Over the next few weeks, Min-seo found herself spending more time with the twins—sometimes together, sometimes individually. Jaehyun was always full of energy, taking her to cafés, texting her funny memes, and filling their conversations with laughter. But it was Taehyung's quieter moments that stayed with her. They would often study together in the library, sitting in comfortable silence, occasionally exchanging thoughts about their coursework or life.

As Min-seo grew closer to both of them, she couldn't help but notice how different they were, despite being twins. Jaehyun was bold and charismatic, always the life of the party, while Taehyung was reserved, thoughtful, and introverted. It wasn't long before her heart started to feel conflicted. She cared for both of them, but in very different ways.

And then, things began to change.

One evening, after a long day of classes, Min-seo was walking out of the library when she spotted Taehyung sitting on a bench outside, looking lost in thought. She hesitated for a moment before approaching him.

"Hey," she said softly, sitting down next to him. "Are you okay?"

Taehyung looked up, startled to see her, but quickly smiled. "Yeah, just thinking about some things."

Min-seo noticed the tension in his expression, something she hadn't seen before. "Is it Jaehyun?" she asked gently, sensing there was something between the brothers that had been left unspoken.

Taehyung's jaw tightened for a moment before he nodded. "He's been acting differently lately. I think... I think he likes you, Min-seo."

Min-seo's heart skipped a beat. She hadn't been blind to Jaehyun's growing affection, but hearing it from Taehyung made it feel more real.

"And you?" she asked quietly, her eyes searching his.

Taehyung's gaze softened as he looked at her. "I care about you too, Min-seo. A lot more than I should."

Min-seo's breath caught in her throat. She had always felt a connection with Taehyung—something deep and unspoken—but she hadn't expected him to confess his feelings like this.

Before she could respond, they both heard footsteps approaching. Jaehyun appeared, his usual carefree smile nowhere to be seen. He had clearly overheard their conversation, and the tension between the twins was palpable.

"So," Jaehyun said, his voice colder than usual. "I guess we're doing this now, huh? Both of us in love with the same girl."

Min-seo's heart pounded as she looked between the two brothers. She never wanted this—she didn't want to come between them. But the reality was undeniable. They both had feelings for her, and sooner or later, she would have to choose.

The air between the twins grew thick with unspoken emotions as Jaehyun clenched his fists. "Well, hyung? What are you going to do about it?"

Taehyung stood up, his voice steady but filled with emotion. "We're not going to fight over her, Jaehyun. Not like this."

Jaehyun smirked, a dark glint in his eyes. "Then let her decide."

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