Kim Taehyung, a K-pop idol, has been haunted by a traumatic event from two years ago that changed his life forever. He lost someone he loved deeply, a fangirl who meant the world to him.
Jimin walked to Taehyung, his voice heavy with concern "Taehyu...
Jihoon's laughter echoed through the room as he clapped his hands, a twisted smile playing on his lips. "So at last, my sister is the villain in the story."
Taehyung's eyes narrowed "You know what really happened back then.. how this mess started."
Walking toward Y/n, Jihoon pressed his gun against her temple. She trembled, fear evident in her eyes.
"No, Jihoon... don't drag her into our problem" Taehyung pleaded, his voice breaking.
Jihoon's lips curled into a cruel smirk. "True, she has no connection to our past...", He paused, watching as relief flickered across Taehyung's face "But I've seen how happy she makes you. She's your weakness now.. making her perfect for my revenge..."
"Please, Jihoon.. let her go" Taehyung begged, desperation creeping into his voice.
"How can I.. You need to feel the pain of losing someone you love" Jihoon's eyes darkened "Jiho was my sister."
"She was my best friend too!!" Taehyung's voice cracked. "It took me years to recover from her death. I miss her every day, Jihoon."
"Spare me your lies, Kim Taehyung," Jihoon spat. "I would have killed only you that day if you hadn't escaped. But this girl..." He stroked Y/n's hair, making her flinch. "She saved you, putting her own life at risk."
Y/n sat frozen, confusion and terror mixing in her eyes as Jihoon caressed her hair. "I hear you're his fan, how touching... Well, I won't separate an idol from his fan.. you both can go to the next world together."
The gunshot rang out before anyone could move. Y/n screamed as the bullet tore through her hand, the chair toppling backward with her still bound to it. Guards held Taehyung back as he struggled, his voice raw with anguish. "Y/n!"
Jihoon waved the guards away, watching with satisfaction as Taehyung rushed to Y/n's side. He cradled her gently, quickly binding her wound with his handkerchief.
"Don't waste your time, Taehyung," Jihoon taunted. "All her blood will be spilled soon enough."
Y/n grabbed Taehyung's collar with her uninjured hand. "Just run... please... forget about me—"
"Stop" Taehyung cut her off, his voice fierce. "I spent too long searching for you before. I won't lose you again" He turned to Jihoon, still holding Y/n close. "Take my life if you want it, but I won't let you harm her anymore."
As he tried to stand, Y/n clutched his shirt. "No! Your life matters, Taehyung. So many people need you. I'll find a way out later, but please.. save yourself"
Tears streamed down Taehyung's face. "Don't say that. You've become the most important person in my life. I just never knew how to—"
Another gunshot cracked through the air. "Enough!" Jihoon shouted. "I'm here for revenge, not to watch your love confession."
Taehyung gently laid Y/n down and faced Jihoon. "Please, I'm the one you want. Let her go."
Jihoon leaned in close, whispering, "You want to know Y/n's crime? She melted your stone heart. Made you fall in love."
Guards grabbed Taehyung as Jihoon aimed at Y/n's head. The gun fired— but Taehyung's lightning-fast reflexes pulled a guard into the bullet's path. His smirk was deadly "Did you forget? I used to fight seniors who merely teased my friend. Did you think I'd stand by while you threaten someone I love?"
In a blur of motion, Taehyung dispatched the remaining guards. As he advanced on Jihoon, the gun turned toward him. "A man might not stop you" Jihoon sneered, "but a bullet will."
The shot rang out. Taehyung closed his eyes, bracing for pain— but felt nothing. When he opened them, his heart stopped. Y/n was before him, hugging him. He understood that she having taken the bullet meant for him. She collapsed on the floor.
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He fell to his knees, gathering her in his arms. "Y/n-aa... why... why do you always risk yourself for others?" His tears fell onto her face as he held her close, his world crumbling around him.
