Cannon Fodder's Time Has Come 14

Jungkook thought they, he and Taehyung would go to the next stage quickly – become canon. But Taehyung’s ideas were beyond his expectations. The other seemed to be earnestly pursuing him, a phone call ever every three or five days evolved into three or five calls a day.

He’d visit the country to take him out to dinner, but it was always a simple meal, and he always maintained an attentive but not explicit attitude. Every holiday he’d send expensive gifts.

Jeon Jungkook

*Jungkook had to admit he was touched – Taehyung was pursuing him, and his attitude was very serious. This feeling, to him who suffered miserable deaths and was hated as the villain by male and female protagonists from start to finish, was undoubtedly novel. *

Jeon Jungkook

*Every world would end in unsightly death, every life he’d meet people who did not really love him, every life he suffered betrayal. He had thought he was numb to ‘love’. But after getting rid of the shackles of the system, he found the desire buried deep in his heart slowly surfacing. *

Jeon Jungkook

*Since Taehyung was determined, he was also willing, if the two couldn’t last, that was a problem for later.*

While Jungkook was thinking, the phone on the table rang, from the other end came a man’s low magnetic voice.

On call

Kim Taehyung

Did you like the watch I sent? I also bought the same style, it’s a good match … …

Jeon Jungkook

(leaning back in his chair, a faint smile tugging at his lips) It’s nice.

Other side

J Country, Skyscraper Penthouse Kim Taehyung stood by the expansive window of the skyscraper, phone pressed to his ear. The evening skyline stretched before him, lights flickering like stars. His deep voice carried a rare softness as he chuckled, his smile warm and unguarded.

Kim Taehyung

(in a bit indulging tone)Yeah, I know. I’ll see you next week—your choice for the place.

Kim Taehyung

(glanced up he saw that his nephew had walked in without knocking. Frowned, had to end the call.)

Jeon Minho

(looked at him curiously, he wondered what type of person could let his uncle be gentle.)

Jeon Minho

(in a joking tone)Uncle, was that my future aunt on the line?

Kim Taehyung

(was clearly pleased by the word ‘aunt’, he laughed for a while before nodding,)Yes, I found you an aunt.

Kim Taehyung

(added in a warning tone) When I introduce you guys you must get along well.

Jeon Minho

(nodded, his earlier playfulness replaced by sincerity.) Don’t worry, Uncle. I’ll behave.

Jeon Minho

(paused, studying Taehyung’s expression, noting the ease in his demeanor. It was a side of his uncle he rarely saw, one that intrigued him.)

He had already learned Kim Taehyung’s true identity. The first feeling was incredulity, the second feeling was surprise, and then fear. It took a year or two to adapt and gradually restore their original easy and natural relationship.

Jeon Minho

(Under the guidance of Taehyung, he founded his own company, now on the rise, his prospects were very broad. )

Jeon Minho

(He was no longer the original bullied illegitimate Jeon family child. In J country, even if he met a business executive, they would shout his name with respect.)

Jeon Minho

(All of this—his success, his power, his name—was what Kim Taehyung had given Minho. Every step forward had been paved by his uncle's unwavering support. But now, as he thought about Taehyung settling down, the unease clawed at him.)

Jeon Minho

(If Taehyung started a family of his own, would he still treat this nephew, bound by no blood, with the same wholeheartedness? Would his wife and children make room for him in their lives, or would he become an afterthought?)

The flicker of uncertainty in Minho’s eyes did not escape Taehyung’s sharp observation.

Kim Taehyung

(His gaze lingered for a moment, a quiet disappointment settling in his chest.)

Unlike Minho, Jungkook had known Taehyung’s true identity for years, yet it hadn’t changed the way he treated him. With Jungkook, there was no pretense, no hidden agenda. He was unapologetically himself, confident and steadfast in his place in Taehyung’s life.

But Minho... Minho’s carefully concealed fear and calculated attempts to please were becoming clearer by the day. Once, Taehyung had thought that Jungkook couldn’t measure up to Minho. Now, the facts told a different story—he had backed the wrong horse.

Kim Taehyung

(The disappointment weighed heavily as he turned to pour himself a drink. The clink of ice in the glass filled the silence. Without looking up, he said) Minho, do you trust me?

Jeon Minho

( straightened, startled by the question.) Of course, Uncle. You’ve done everything for me.

Jeon Minho

(saw his uncle observing him, nervous, he opened his notebook and changed topic) Today is the final day of “business war “, I want to take first place to make you proud.

Kim Taehyung

Oh? It’s the last day?( threw out his hearts distractions, walked over to focus on the screen.)

"Trade War/Business War" was a free online game by Noah Universal, it was very popular with business people. Because of the excellent production, the environment and the details truthful to real life, many business leaders forced their children to play the game to hone their ability. This year was Trade War’s second anniversary, the game held a yearly ‘business war’ but only allowed people under the age of 25 to participate.

This war was a thirty day competition, each player only got a 10,000 yuan starting fund, and at the end of the countdown, the computer would select a winner according to overall quality. Simply put, the one who earned more money, won.

Minho was a “business war” loyal fan, but also one of the big god level players, so far, he was ranked first. This game had a huge user base over the world, to stand out from the crowd was an extraordinary ability, naturally his identity was also extraordinary. Those who participated anonymously aside, real name participates had strong backgrounds-self-made business upstart, a chaebol or group, etc.

Jeon Minho

(Thinking to himself)*Who would think that the little-known Jeon son would beat the pack and rank first? Hyunwoo, his father’s favorite son, was eliminated early on. Jungkook made no appearance, perhaps he was too afraid of failure?*

Jeon Minho

(pointed to the map and explained) Shuangba Island and Clear Water Bay reclamation project has been completed, here will become an important commercial port, and once the unknown water bin will be worth double. When the center of logistics announced the start of the reclamation project, my Xinglong Group bought up 20% of the shares of the water warehouse. The treasure has been won by me.

Kim Taehyung

(glanced at the data on the screen)You’re happy but it seems a bit early. This person holds 22% of the shares, 2% more than you.

Jeon Minho

(looked at his screen only to find that a player named Bunny released a share certificate in the exchange channel, the bright red 22% stung his eyes.)

Jeon Minho

(face darkened as he stared at the screen, his earlier confidence now shaken.) How did I not notice him?

Jeon Minho

(muttered, scrolling through bunny’s activity history.)

Jeon Minho

Which hole did this bunny crawl out from?! I’ve never seen him before!

Jeon Minho

(quickly searched the other’s information and found that the other side was mediocre, but his investment sum was shocking.)

The industries Bunny invested in were very complicated- there was food, technology, real estate, entertainment etc……. Although there was no profiteering, but you could not lose profit. In just twenty-nine days he actually quietly accumulated huge wealth. His ranking was stuck in eleventh, but the network only trends the top ten players.

This had caused Minho to lose vigilance.

Kim Taehyung

It seems that his eyes have more long-term vision than yours. When the government sent the first investigation team to Clearwater Bay, he had already started to buy the stock of Clearwater’s warehouses(said admiringly)

TBC