Rebirth of the Emperor's Betrayed Concubine
I will miss you
As the days of preparation for war continued, the tension in the palace only grew.
The Emperor, who had once seemed so impervious to the pressures of his rule, was now weighed down by the impending war.
His face, usually so composed, bore the subtle signs of fatigue.
Tae, however, knew that the key to her plan was to act when he was vulnerable.
She had to approach him slowly, cautiously, pretending to be the delicate, fragile woman she was not.
She had to make him see her as weak and in need of his protection.
If he could only see her as something to be cared for, perhaps he would let his guard down.
That evening, with the soft glow of the moon casting a silver veil over the palace, Tae decided it was time.
She had spent the last few days watching Jungkook from afar, noticing his growing exhaustion.
He had become more withdrawn, his eyes clouded with the weight of leadership.
The war was taking a toll on him, and Tae knew she could use this to her advantage.
Tae had changed into a simple, delicate gown—one that emphasized her innocence.
The silken fabric clung softly to her form, and her hair, left to fall in loose waves, framed her face in a way that made her seem almost childlike.
She walked slowly through the moonlit palace garden, her steps quiet and tentative, as though the very idea of taking a step was a monumental effort.
She could hear the faint rustle of the leaves, the soft whispers of the wind, but her mind was focused entirely on the man she was about to approach.
She found him standing by the edge of the palace courtyard, just beyond the shadow of the grand building.
He had always enjoyed the quiet of the night, walking alone to clear his mind before the weight of the world fell on his shoulders again.
The moonlight bathed him in a soft, ethereal glow, and for a moment, Tae couldn’t help but admire how regal he looked even in his weariness.
As she drew nearer, she faltered slightly, playing the role she had crafted so carefully.
Her breath hitched, as though her heart was weighed down by the thought of the Emperor leaving for war.
jeon taehyung (tae)
Your Majesty...
Tae’s voice came out soft and trembling, barely above a whisper.
She had perfected the act of weakness, the delicate fragility that would make him want to protect her.
She approached him slowly, her steps faltering just enough to give the illusion that she was in distress.
Jungkook turned toward her, his sharp eyes softening as they met hers.
There was a flicker of something in his gaze—a mix of concern, curiosity, and perhaps, something more.
He had always found Tae intriguing, but in this moment, the sight of her looking so vulnerable pulled at something inside him.
Jungkook said, his voice gentle but tinged with exhaustion.
jeon jungkook
What brings you out here so late?
Tae lowered her gaze, her eyes welling with a delicate sadness.
She had to play this part well, to make him believe that she was simply a delicate, fragile woman who needed his attention.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I... I couldn't sleep,
She said, her voice barely above a whisper.
jeon taehyung (tae)
The thought of you leaving tomorrow for the war...
jeon taehyung (tae)
It troubles me so much, Your Majesty.
She took a tentative step forward, her hand gently clutching the fabric of her gown as if it were the only thing keeping her from falling apart.
She looked up at him with wide, innocent eyes.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I will miss you so much.
jeon taehyung (tae)
Will you truly be gone for so long?
Jungkook’s expression softened further, a brief flash of something akin to tenderness crossing his features.
He had always been guarded, his emotions kept behind a mask of indifference.
But Tae’s soft vulnerability, her sincere worry, broke through that armor, even if just for a moment.
jeon jungkook
It will be a long and difficult campaign
He said quietly, his gaze never leaving her.
jeon jungkook
But I must do what I can do for the empire.
Tae took a deep breath, her chest rising with the weight of her acting.
She had to make him believe that she was not just a beauty to be admired, but a woman in need of comfort.
She stepped closer, her voice soft and plaintive.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I know,
jeon taehyung (tae)
But... I do not want to feel so alone.
jeon taehyung (tae)
You’ve been so kind to me, Your Majesty.
jeon taehyung (tae)
But tomorrow, you will leave, and I fear... I fear the emptiness I will feel without you.
Her voice cracked slightly on the last word, just enough to make it seem as though the very thought of his departure was too much to bear.
Jungkook’s brow furrowed, and for a moment, he looked as though he were about to say something—perhaps an offer of reassurance.
But instead, something unexpected happened.
Tae lowered her head again, her hands clasped together as though in prayer.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I have not seen my family in so long,
She said in a barely audible voice, as though she were revealing a deep, hidden vulnerability.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I miss them dearly, and...
jeon taehyung (tae)
I wonder if it would be too much to ask if I could visit my father’s house after you leave.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I... I need to see them.
Jungkook’s gaze softened, his intense, calculating eyes now filled with a strange sense of helplessness.
The sight of Tae—so fragile and yet so captivating under the moonlight—made his chest tighten.
He knew she was no mere concubine.
There was something about her, something beyond her beauty, that stirred emotions he had long buried beneath the weight of his crown.
jeon jungkook
You wish to visit your family after I leave?
Jungkook repeated slowly, his voice tinged with an emotion he could not name. He took a step closer to her, the distance between them narrowing.
His eyes swept over her face, noting the delicate curve of her lips, the vulnerability in her eyes that seemed to draw him in deeper.
jeon jungkook
It will be dangerous to leave the palace at this time,
He said, his voice soft yet insistent.
jeon jungkook
But... I understand.
He paused, his gaze drifting over the gardens, and for a moment, his thoughts seemed far away.
Then, as if coming to some silent conclusion, he turned back to her.
jeon jungkook
I will allow it, Tae. You may visit your family.
He took her hand in his, gently cradling it as he spoke again, his voice thick with something he could no longer conceal.
jeon jungkook
But promise me that you will be careful. The roads are not safe, especially now.
Tae’s heart fluttered as he spoke, but she maintained her composure, allowing the relief to wash over her slowly.
She had done it—she had gained his permission.
And in doing so, she had secured not only a moment of freedom but a chance to maneuver further in the complex world of court politics.
She said softly, her voice low with sincerity. She placed her other hand over his, pretending to be overwhelmed by his generosity.
jeon taehyung (tae)
You are too kind. I will not forget this.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I will cherish the time I have with my family... and I will pray for your safe return.
Jungkook’s eyes lingered on her for a long moment. He didn’t quite understand why he felt so compelled to grant her request, but something in him was moved.
Perhaps it was the way she had approached him so vulnerably, or maybe it was the way the moonlight danced around her, making her seem like something otherworldly.
He couldn’t say for certain. But as she lowered her gaze, a soft, almost wistful smile playing on her lips, he found himself unable to say no.
jeon jungkook
You are truly beautiful, Tae,
He said quietly, the words escaping before he could stop them.
jeon jungkook
Inside and out. I will think of you when I am away.
Tae’s heart fluttered again, but this time she allowed the words to settle into her chest, basking in the rare compliment.
jeon taehyung (tae)
Thank you, Your Majesty,
She replied, her voice warm with gratitude.
jeon taehyung (tae)
I will pray for your safe return, and I will wait for the day when you return to us, victorious.
With that, she stepped back slightly, her movements graceful, but her mind already turning.
She had planted the seed of her plan, and now, the path forward seemed a little clearer.
She had earned a measure of trust—enough to act when the time was right.
Jungkook remained where he stood, watching her for a long time after she left, his thoughts swirling in ways he couldn’t fully understand.
Tae’s delicate act had worked perfectly—she had made him feel something for her, something more than admiration for her beauty.
And that, she knew, would be her key to maneuvering through the dangerous waters of the harem and securing her place in the palace.
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I always fall for this pic of him like HOW ON THE EARTH CAN SOMEONE BE SO HANDSOME AT THE SAME TIME CUTE 🥰🥰 HOW😭😭😭😭/Cry//Cry//Cry/
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