Chapter 1

Birth of Destiny

In a secluded kingdom veiled by mystery and ancient magic, two destinies intertwined on fateful days that would reverberate through history. The air was thick with anticipation as the Moon Goddess celebrated her birthday on December 31, a night of luminescent beauty when stars shimmered like diamonds scattered across velvet skies. It was in this sacred moment that Taehyung, the omega, was born, embodying not just beauty but a burden — the first prince in a lineage rich in supernatural might, yet devoid of any powers himself.

Two years later, on the morning of September 1, when the world breathed a sigh of relief after the Great War between vampires and wolves, Jungkook was welcomed into the world. The sky blazed with brilliant sunlight, as if rejoicing at the end of conflict. He was the alpha, brimming with untamed power that seemed to crackle in the surrounding air, as if nature itself bowed to his strength. Yet even as an infant, he felt the weight of expectation, the whispers of destiny lingering with every curious glance.

Their early years were a dance of laughter and innocence, the two boys spending endless summer days chasing butterflies and crafting secret worlds in the thick brush of their kingdom’s gardens. They shared everything — dreams, fears, and the unspoken bond that tethered their souls together. In the eyes of others, Taehyung was often regarded as the “cursed omega,” but Jungkook saw the beautiful spirit hidden beneath the fragility. He was the only one brave enough to meet Taehyung’s gaze, finding solace in the depths of those warm brown eyes that held so much wisdom and sadness for someone so young.

“Why do they call you cursed?” Jungkook asked one day, his small hands weaving a daisy chain, glancing up at his cousin who sat beside him on the lush grass.

Taehyung gave a small smile, bright yet melancholic. “Because I am different. Omegas are usually born with powers. I am… just me.”

Jungkook’s eyes narrowed in defiance. “You’re special, Taehyung. You have a beauty that outshines even the most powerful.”

As they grew older, their bond deepened, a secret shared between only them. Jungkook protected Taehyung from the stares and whispers of the court, wrapping him in warmth when the coldness of their world threatened to seep into his heart. Taehyung, in turn, grounded Jungkook, pulling him back from the wildness that surged within him. It was a perfect balance, two halves of a whole. But the winds of fate were changing, and shadows loomed on the horizon.

Rumors skittered through the kingdom like autumn leaves in a storm—whispers of dark forces seeking Taehyung's blood. It was said that the blood of a cursed omega could grant immense power and eternal life, drawing the eyes of vampires hungry for dominance. Fearing for Taehyung’s safety, the royal council convened in secret, and soon the decision was made: the omega’s family would retreat into the unknown.

One early morning, under a sky smeared with pastels, Taehyung's family gathered to leave the only home he had ever known. The echoes of farewell rang hollow in Jungkook's heart as he stood on the edge of their kingdom, eyes wide and brimming with disbelief.

“Taehyung!” he shouted, his young voice cracking. He ran towards the carriage, his heart racing. “You can't leave me! We’ll find a way to be together!”

Taehyung looked back, his face a mask of sorrow, eyes shimmering with unshed tears. “I have to keep you safe, Kookie. You must understand. It’s for your own good.”

“But you’re my best friend! We promised we’d always be together!” Jungkook exclaimed, desperation creeping into his words.

“Promise me,” Taehyung whispered, his voice trembling, “that you won’t forget me. No matter what happens.”

“I could never forget you!” Jungkook vowed fiercely, his heart pounding with a mixture of fear and anger.

The familial carriage rolled away, each moment stretching painfully as distance grew between them. The world around Jungkook seemed to dim; the laughter of children faded, and sunlight turned to shadow. It was the beginning of a metamorphosis. A shift within him solidified as the once-innocent boy began to build walls around his heart, encasing himself in darkness and coldness, ready to fight against the chaos threatening to unravel everything.

Meanwhile, Taehyung, hidden away in the uncharted realm, blossomed into the beauty his kingdom feared would be lost. Yet loneliness clawed at his heart, and the absence of Jungkook left a gaping void. As the years wore on, their destinies would continue to unravel, threads pulled taut by an invisible hand, drawing them further apart while binding them together in a tapestry of love, longing, and sacrifice.

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