Caught in A Lie (BTS FF)

"Suddenly, that freezing sensation slyly crept its way into my chest- the dread of having forgotten something. "Where's Peppy?" The moment the words left my mouth, their expressions changed. No one said a word. And that silence terrified me more than any answer could."
----
Everyone is harboring their own dark past, afraid it might snap back at any moment. Peppy carries a shattered origin, unhealthily fearless in the face of danger. Areum bears a broken memory, a past that bloomed bright like a flower, only to wither too quickly, leaving behind a fragile husk of what once was. The two rely on each other, holding each other up through the chaos of their lives, supported by the quiet strength of their older brothers, Yoongi and Jimin. But Peppy's relentless curiosity drags them both into the treacherous orbit of the Kim mafia, where secrets, power, and choices threaten to unravel everything they hold dear. And when the shadows of the past reach out, one wrong move could mean losing everything.

Disclaimer: All characters except Peppy and Areum are based on K-pop idols, primarily BTS. This is not intended to make fun of anyone or shine anyone in a negative light. Moreover, this story is my original work, based on an older story developed with a friend, who is also my editor. Thanks to that friend:)))
Please do not plagiarize. Also, the artwork/pictures in each chapter are not mine, and all credits go to the owners. I will explicitly mention it if the picture is my work.

Other Logistics:
- I will be posting one chapter per week. Maybe earlier if I feel like it:)
- I've curated a playlist of songs that match the story's vibe. In each chapter, I'll list the specific songs from the playlist that match the chapter. Obviously, this is optional, but if you want to get the vibe of what I was feeling while writing, feel free to follow along with the music:)))
Here's the link: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJyROLotuvvihT7ITzQHPkxqrG7fOJx8j&si=CYmRIutsaEiwFwkL