Yearning for Love {Taekook|Vkook} Chapter 18

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Jeon Mansion, South Korea

The soft click of heels echoed through the grand hallway as Jeon Sa-rang descended the stairs, dressed impeccably for work. Her expression was indifferent, eyes focused ahead—until her mother’s voice halted her steps.

Jeon Jihae/Omega

Sa-rang, come here for a moment, *Mrs. Jeon called from the living room.*

Sa-rang sighed inwardly, already knowing whatever this was about wouldn’t be anything pleasant. With slow, unwilling steps, she made her way towards them.

The sight before her made her brow twitch slightly. Her parents—people who barely acknowledged her younger brother’s existence—were sitting on the luxurious couch.

Beside her mother was a young woman, unfamiliar yet poised, dressed in a delicate pastel-colored dress.

Sa-rang’s sharp eyes scanned the scene. Something about this felt… off.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

What is it? ❄️

Jeon Jihae/Omega

*Mrs. Jeon smiled slightly.* When is Jungkook coming back from his business trip?

Sa-rang’s eyes narrowed. That was unexpected. She never asked about Jungkook. She never cared.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Her lips curled into a smirk, her voice dripping with sarcasm.* Why? Since when did you start worrying about him?

Her mother’s smile faltered for a brief second, but before she could respond, Mr. Jeon cleared his throat.

Jeon Jihoon/elite Alpha

Mind your tone, Sa-rang. Is this how you speak to your parents? *he said, irritation lacing his voice.*

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Sa-rang rolled her eyes.* Parents? *She let out a humorless chuckle.*

Jeon Jihoon/elite Alpha

*Ignoring her tone, Mr. Jeon continued,* We’ve made an important decision. We’ve arranged a marriage for Jungkook.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Sa-rang’s smirk disappeared, her posture stiffening.* You what?

Her mother nodded enthusiastically, patting the hand of the young woman beside her.

Jeon Jihae/Omega

Yes. This is Shin Min-ah, the daughter of our close family friends. She will be marrying Jungkook.

Shin Minah/ Omega

*Smiles in shyness*

Min-ah blushed and looked down demurely at her lap, playing the part of a shy, well-mannered girl.

Jeon Jihae/Omega

*Mrs. Jeon chuckled, gently squeezing Min-ah’s shoulders.* Isn’t she just perfect for him?

Sa-rang remained silent for a moment, staring blankly at her parents. Then, she exhaled sharply through her nose, a cold smile stretching across her lips.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

In what right do you think you can arrange Jungkook’s marriage? *she asked, voice laced with thinly veiled fury.*

Mrs. Jeon’s smile faded, her expression turning displeased.

Jeon Jihae/Omega

What do you mean by that? We are his parents. We have every right to make decisions for him.

Jeon Jihoon/elite Alpha

*Mr. Jeon nodded in agreement.* This marriage is for his own good.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Sa-rang let out a sharp, mocking laugh.* Parents? You two dare to call yourselves that?

The air in the room grew heavier, an uncomfortable silence falling between them. Min-ah shifted slightly, sensing the tension.

Sa-rang took a step forward, her gaze icy cold as she looked at her so-called parents.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

Do you even know what it means to be a parent?

Neither of them responded, so she continued.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

A parent is someone who nurtures, loves, protects, and guides their child. They are supposed to be a child’s safe haven. They are supposed to be their home.

She clenched her fists, her voice trembling with anger.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

But tell me, when have you ever done that for Jungkook?

Jeon Jihae/Omega

*Mrs. Jeon swallowed nervously.* We did care for him...

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Sa-rang let out a scoff.* Oh? Then tell me, when is his birthday?

Both Mr. and Mrs. Jeon stiffened. Neither of them could meet her gaze.

The silence was deafening.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Sa-rang shook her head.* Exactly what I thought.

Jeon Jihoon/elite Alpha

*Mr Jeon’s jaw tightened.* Enough of this nonsense! Jungkook will do as we say. He will marry Min-ah, and that’s final!

Sa-rang turned to face him fully, her eyes burning with rage.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

Oh, Mr. Jeon, you must not understand human language. *Her voice was like ice, sending chills down Min-ah’s spine.*

She took a step closer, voice lowering but filled with pure authority.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

You have no authority over Jungkook. From the moment he was born, you neglected him. You cast him aside like he was a burden. I was the one who raised him. I was the one who wiped his tears when he cried as a child. I was the one who held his hand when he was scared.

Her voice shook, but she didn’t care. She wanted them to feel the weight of their failure.

Sa-rang took a deep breath, then delivered her final words, each one laced with undeniable truth.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

Jungkook is not your puppet.

Her parents looked at her with disbelief, but she wasn’t done.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

He will be the one to decide whom he should marry. None of you— *she glared at them, making sure they understood,* have the right to force him into anything.

Jeon Sa-rang/ elite alpha.

*Sa-rang turned on her heels.* “Forget this ridiculous marriage arrangement. *she spat before storming out.*

The room was left in heavy silence.

Min-ah glanced at Mr. and Mrs. Jeon, her eyes softening in concern.

Shin Minah/ Omega

She seems really… against this marriage, *she whispered, a hint of sadness in her tone.*

Jeon Jihae/Omega

*Mrs. Jeon gently caressed her hair.* Don’t be sad, dear. I promise, you will be the one who marries Jungkook.

Jeon Jihoon/elite Alpha

*Mr. Jeon nodded.* Yes. Don’t mind her words.

Min-ah smiled softly and hugged Mr. Jeon. Mrs. Jeon joined in the hug, whispering reassurances.

But as they embraced, Min-ah’s innocent smile twisted into a smirk.