The FORCED MARRIAGE | KTH FF

Chapter 34

Everyone finally settled around the dining table, the warm aroma of parathas and eggs filling the air. Y/N's mom sat down beside her husband, while Y/N, as usual, was about to sit on the floor. But Taehyung, sitting across from her, subtly gestured for her to stay in her seat at the table. She hesitated for a second but then, seeing the unspoken command in his eyes, sat back in the chair, just as he had motioned.

Y/N's parents, too busy with their own banter, didn't notice the subtle exchange. They were too caught up in their playful bickering to see what was happening between Y/N and Taehyung.

Y/N's Dad: (grinning) "I'm telling you, Taehyung, the secret to a long, happy marriage is simple-just let her think she's the boss. Trust me, it works like a charm."

Y/N's Mom: (mockingly) "Oh, really? You're the expert, huh? You think I'll let you get away with that?"

Y/N's Dad: (laughing) "Of course! I've been doing it for years! I know when to nod and when to stay silent. It's like a survival tactic."

Taehyung, trying to hold back his laughter, turned to Y/N's dad. "So, the key is to be... a professional nodder?"

Y/N's Dad: "Exactly! You nod, smile, and agree with everything. You'll live to see another day. The minute you stop nodding... well, let's just say, the couch is your new best friend."

Y/N's Mom: (interrupting) "That's not how it works! You think I just let you get away with everything, huh? No, no, no."

Y/N's Dad: "Come on, dear. We both know I'm the boss around here. You just run everything from behind the scenes."

Y/N's Mom: "Oh, sure, keep thinking that. But remember, I'm the one who makes the rules in this house."

Y/N, now comfortably sitting at the table, felt a bit embarrassed by the playful chaos unfolding before her. She glanced at Taehyung, who was smiling at the antics of her parents, clearly amused by their dynamic.

Taehyung, trying to lighten the mood, added, "I think I'm starting to see where Y/N gets her sense of humor from."

Y/N's Dad: (grinning) "Of course! She gets her quick wit from me. And the stubbornness? Definitely from her mom."

Y/N's Mom: (shooting him a glare) "I heard that, you old fool! Don't you dare blame me for her stubbornness."

Y/N's Dad: (laughing) "Hey, I'm just saying! You two are like carbon copies of each other."

Y/N's Mom: (playfully) "Well, someone has to keep him in line!"

As the teasing continued, Taehyung looked at Y/N, feeling strangely comfortable in the chaotic environment. Y/N's parents were a bundle of love, even if they hid it under layers of playful insults and banter. He felt a strange sense of warmth spreading in his chest.

Y/N's Dad: (winking at Taehyung) "Trust me, son, if you want extra parathas around here, you better start agreeing with her... a lot."

Y/N's Mom: (mockingly) "Extra parathas? You think I'm just going to let you eat more, huh?"

Y/N's Dad: "I mean, I could always ask you for extra parathas, right, sweetheart?"

Y/N's Mom: (smiling) "You're lucky I even let you have one."

Taehyung was clearly amused by the playful exchange. "Seems like I'll need to start practicing the nod and smile tactic after all."

Y/N's Dad: (grinning) "Good luck with that! You'll need it."

Y/N's Mom: "And don't even think about trying to get any extra food without my permission. I make the rules here."

Y/N's Dad: "She's got us all figured out, Taehyung. Don't even try to challenge her."