Love In Disguise - Kim Taehyung ff

The Setup

The next few days flew by in a whirlwind of planning and preparation. Taehyung and Y/N agreed to keep their fake relationship casual—dinner dates at discreet restaurants, strolls through quiet parks, and occasional social media posts to keep up appearances. They crafted a backstory: childhood friends who had finally realized their feelings for each other.

Their first public outing was at a cozy rooftop café, surrounded by twinkling fairy lights and the sounds of the bustling city below. Taehyung arrived early, nerves bubbling in his stomach. He took a deep breath, reminding himself that this was all just for show.

When Y/N arrived, looking effortlessly beautiful in a soft sweater and jeans, his heart skipped a beat. Their chemistry was undeniable, even if it was supposed to be fake. As they settled into a corner table, the weight of the moment hit him. He was about to hold Y/N's hand in public—something that felt far more intimate than he had anticipated.

"So, how do we act like a couple?" Y/N asked, a playful glint in their eyes.

Taehyung smirked, leaning closer. "Just be yourself. Laugh, tease, and let's pretend we're in love for a night."

They spent the evening joking, sharing stories, and stealing glances that lingered a moment too long. The laughter flowed easily, and the boundaries of their friendship began to blur. Each touch, each smile felt more electric, and for the first time, Taehyung wondered if he was in over his head.

As the night progressed, they took a walk along the nearby park, the moonlight illuminating the path ahead. Taehyung reached out, casually linking his fingers with Y/N's. The gesture felt so natural, as if they had been doing it forever. He glanced at Y/N, who was looking up at him, a mix of surprise and joy dancing in their eyes.

"I didn't think it would feel like this," Y/N admitted softly.

"Me neither," Taehyung replied, his heart racing. "But it feels... nice."

Just then, his phone buzzed. He glanced at the screen, and his stomach dropped. It was a message from his manager.

We need to talk ASAP. The media has gotten a hold of something.

Y/N noticed his expression change. "What is it?"

"It's... nothing. Just work stuff," he lied, trying to brush it off.

But Y/N's eyes narrowed, and Taehyung could see the concern etched on their face. "Taehyung, you can tell me."

Before he could respond, a group of fans spotted them from across the park, their excited screams filling the air. The moment was ruined. Taehyung quickly let go of Y/N's hand, the weight of reality crashing down on them.

They turned to face the fans, plastering on smiles as the crowd rushed closer, phones raised to capture the moment. But as they navigated the chaos, Taehyung felt a knot of dread forming in his stomach.

"Let's get out of here," he said, pulling Y/N gently through the throng of excited fans. They dashed into a nearby alley, hearts racing from the sudden rush. Once they were hidden, Taehyung leaned against the wall, trying to catch his breath.

"That was... intense," Y/N said, their eyes wide with adrenaline.

"Yeah," Taehyung replied, his heart still pounding. "But we need to talk about what just happened. There's something serious going on."

Just as he was about to explain the message, his phone buzzed again. This time, it was a call from his manager.

"Sorry, I have to take this," Taehyung said, stepping a few paces away. He answered the call, his expression turning serious as he listened.

"Taehyung, you need to get back to the hotel right now. We have a major situation on our hands."

Y/N watched him, concern growing in their eyes.

When Taehyung ended the call, he looked back at Y/N, but before he could speak, a flash of light startled them both. A paparazzi had followed them into the alley, capturing the moment on camera.

"Taehyung! Who's your new girlfriend?" the photographer shouted, snapping photos of them.

Panic surged through Taehyung as he turned to Y/N, realizing the gravity of their situation. This wasn't just fake dating anymore—it was turning into a media circus.

As the flashing lights surrounded them, Taehyung grabbed Y/N's hand tightly, adrenaline coursing through him. "We need to go—now!"

But as they dashed away from the cameras, Taehyung couldn't shake the feeling that their lives were about to change forever, and this fake relationship might reveal more than either of them had bargained

To be continued....