hoodwink -- bts

chapter thirty [sweet meet-up]

The blinds were shut closed to block out the sunlight that filtered in through the gated windows.

I could only stare up at the rusty ceiling fan that spun in strange intervals to circulate the musty air around the room. Particles of dust and a white snow like substance fell from the walls and onto the messy flooring.

'Taehyung, I'll give you five minutes to explain what the hell is going on.' My eyes snapped to the older man who locked his harsh gaze on Taehyung. Perhaps this was his uncle that was spoken about many times before.

Shrugging, he paced around the room nonchalantly. 'Everyone is here to commemorate Ji-U and her valiant escape from the responsibilities set out before her. She's made it difficult for herself and the rest of us to successfully bring an heir to rule over the Illex clan and thus I had no choice but to add extra surveillance to keep a close eye on her. I have reminded her time and time again of her job but she seems too incompetent to comply to such a simply task. I'm indecisive on whether to kill her where she lays or allow her another chance.'

If he had taken one more step, his foot would be smashing my leg against the ground.I shuffled back against the wall. His words no longer stung me as I had affirmation from Jungkook earlier that I was merely a stepping stone to getting what they had wanted.

Using his index finger, Taehyung pressed against the open wound to collect the blood that dribbled down my leg. I silently yelled against the pain while he smeared it along the walls, earning a grunt of disgust from the older gentleman.

'You see, sir, that's why we're gathered here.'

'What petty children you are, calling us during an important council just to work out cat fights and problems you have blown out of proportion. And what of your sister? You insisted she come as well.' Grabbing Sae-Bin by the arm, he dragged her away from Jimin and placed her in spotlight view of everyone else.

The ruddy color in her cheeks reflected her embarrassment of the curious gazes of the others.

'I do believe those five minutes are up uncle, don't you need to return to the mayor's house?'  

'No Taehyung, we're going to discuss what your sister needs to contribute to this conversation, otherwise...' I was afraid of how he would finish that sentence, but Taehyung grabbed a hold of his sister before he could.

With his hands he squeezed both of her cheeks in, giving her a pitiful gaze filled with no compassion.

'I wish to say that my dear sister has fooled us all with her staged death and hidden identity for quiet some time. Of course, her power and charm cannot be compared to that of Ji-U, she is the optimal choice. Namjoon has suggested interbreeding as a method to deliver an heir, therefore the child will bare complete Illex blood and can be immortal. Everything about the born kid will be perfect.'

'Taehyung, you're batshit crazy. There's no way I'm going to provide you with an heir just because you want it to rule over the council. This was already talked about with your uncle, Ji-U is going to be one no matter what. Stop speaking like a mad man.' She gripped his hand and drew it away from her pale face. The once smug look on Namjoon's face fell into a frown as Taehyung's uncle interjected.

'That is a possibility, but Sae-Bin is right, a promise is a promise. A few months back you told us that you found the right attribute for this position. This is completely unnecessary for everyone.' He gestured out with his hands to emphasize his point.

My head felt dizzy and reeled with all the information that had been spewed around. I found myself thinking upon the conclusion that they might have me dead before the next day because I would be no use to them.

All of the heart wrenching pain that I dealt with would essentially mean nothing.

I raised my hand slightly as to signify that I wanted to say something.

'What is it, Ji-U?' Jimin somberly asked me.

'What happens if I agree?'

'Agree to what?,' Taehyung curtly replied.

'If I actually provide you with an heir, will you finally leave your relatives and acquaintances alone?'

'Funny that you should ask, this was debatable upon your arrival but now I just feel like a jackass for repeating myself. I specifically told you that you needed to give me a child but you ran away the first chance given. You first mess around with the other house residents as your 'thanks' for shelter.' Taehyung threw his head back to laugh, slinging his arms around Jungkook and Jimin.

'Strange how it works, ey Ji-U?' 

I turned to look away, falling wordless at his taunting. The cold tense had gone below freezing, and soon the others in the room were beginning to feel the same effect. There was no seeking refuge in this argument that had already been in favor of the others.

'Taehyung, I do believe she is agreeing to return to your manor with you. She even proposed the possibility of going through with the initial plan.' Sae-Bin gently reasoned with her brother.

Taehyung sifted through his pockets before bringing out a cigarette and lighter. With precision, he lit the end of it , inhaling and exhaling a dark grey puff of smoke. 

'Let's go, grab the girl please.' He walked past his uncle while waving his hand to signify everyone to follow after him. 

'Wait, Taehyung, we aren't fin-'

'Tell the suckers at the council I'll have this all taken care of with a report by next week, just for the love of God, leave us to peace now.' 

Someone held onto my shoulder as I leaned onto them, feeling the strain fractured bones grinding against one another. I limped on my left leg that was left relatively with only a few scratches and scrapes. 'Thank you,' I muttered quietly, casting a quick glimpse at the sad smile of Jimin who wrapped the other hand around my waist. 

Before I had even reached outside of the building, Taehyung's uncle was gone, leaving only his sister and the rest of us on our long trek back to the isolated cabin in the woods.

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"what's the deal with all these girls and their crop tops

i mean like

i want one" - danny 2k16

-danny & elise(who will be back after dancing with her spaghetti)