One night you're gushing over rom-coms and Jungkook's cooking; a few nights later you're tending to his beat-up face. But while it's his stubbornness that's saved you countless times before, it's that same quality that constantly puts him in danger. OR your best friend just can't let go of underground fighting and so, drama ensues. -- genre/tags: angst, fluff, smut; best friends au, slow burn; underground fighter!JK -- jungkook x (f.) reader, side jin x reader -- warnings: depictions of blood and violence (involving JK), implied depression/anxiety, unhealthy coping mechanisms, foul language, family problems, sexual content, mentions of alcohol, mention of a robbery (18+)

To save her bodyguard's life, Princess Yn had to walk through hell and marry a monster. While Jungkook lay in a coma, she endured the Prince's cruelty and bore a burden she never asked for-all to keep Jungkook's heart beating. Now, Jungkook has finally woken up, but the woman he sees isn't the one he left behind. He sees a betrayal he can't forgive, unaware that every breath he takes was bought with her dignity. He woke up to hate her, never knowing she destroyed herself to save him.

Jeon Jungkook, a successful CEO, is married to Jeon Jennie, a former businesswoman who gave up her career for him. Their marriage looks perfect but lacks warmth. Everything changes when Jungkook works with Chen Y/n, a confident heiress and model who challenges him like no one else. As feelings grow between Jungkook and Y/n, Jennie senses the shift and prepares to fight for her marriage. Torn between loyalty and desire, Jungkook must choose between the life he built and the woman who makes him feel alive.

His beauty and her beast.