Episode 8: Flames of TruthEpisode

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Scene: The Min Mansion – Garden Ablaze

The garden, once Jimin’s haven, was now engulfed in flames. The crackling fire illuminated the night, casting long shadows on Yoongi and Jimin as they watched helplessly from the balcony.

Jimin: (panicked) "What do we do?!"

Yoongi pulled out his phone, dialing the emergency services.

Yoongi: "The fire department is on their way. Stay inside."

As he turned to leave, Jimin grabbed his arm.

Jimin: "You can’t go out there, Yoongi. It’s too dangerous!"

His jaw tightened as he looked at her.

Yoongi: "This isn’t just a fire, Jimin. Someone did this to hurt you—or us. I need to find out who."

Before she could protest, he was already rushing out of the room.

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Scene: Outside the Mansion.

Yoongi approached the blaze, his fists clenched. The fire roared, but he noticed something strange—a gasoline canister lying near the edge of the garden.

Yoongi: (to himself) "This wasn’t an accident."

As the fire trucks arrived, he stepped back, watching as the firefighters worked to extinguish the flames. His phone buzzed in his pocket—a text from an unknown number.

“This is just the beginning. You’ll lose everything, starting with her.”

His grip tightened on the phone, anger surging through him.

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Scene: Jimin’s Room.

Jimin paced back and forth, her anxiety growing by the minute. When Yoongi returned, she rushed to him.

Jimin: "Are you okay? Did you find anything?"

Yoongi handed her his phone, showing her the text.

Jimin: (reading, horrified) "Who would do this?"

Yoongi’s expression darkened.

Yoongi: "I have a feeling it’s Liza. She’s not done playing her games."

Jimin’s shoulders slumped, the weight of the situation pressing down on her.

Jimin: "She won’t stop, will she? She’ll keep coming after us."

Yoongi stepped closer, his voice softening.

Yoongi: "She won’t win, Jimin. I promise you that."

For a moment, Jimin wanted to believe him. But doubt lingered, fueled by the scars Yoongi himself had left behind.

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Scene: Liza’s Penthouse.

Liza sipped her wine, satisfaction gleaming in her eyes as she watched the news coverage of the fire.

Liza: (smirking) "A little fire always gets their attention."

Her phone rang, and she answered lazily.

Liza: "Did it go as planned?"

A voice on the other end replied.

Voice: "Yes. But Yoongi is already suspicious. He won’t let this go."

Liza laughed, twirling a strand of hair.

Liza: "Let him. The more he chases me, the less time he has for her."

She ended the call, her smile fading into a cold glare.

Liza: (to herself) "Enjoy your little victory, Jimin. It won’t last."

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Scene: The Shelter – The Next Day.

Jimin arrived at the shelter early, hoping to distract herself from the chaos at home. As she organized donations, one of her co-workers approached her with concern.

Co-worker: "Jimin, someone’s been asking questions about you. A woman. She’s been spreading rumors."

Jimin froze, her stomach sinking.

Jimin: "What kind of rumors?"

The co-worker hesitated before replying.

Co-worker: "That you only married Yoongi for his money. That you’ve been stealing from the shelter."

Jimin’s hands trembled as she tried to steady her breathing.

Jimin: (whispering) "Liza…"

Her co-worker placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder.

Co-worker: "Don’t let her get to you. We know the truth about you, Jimin. And we’re here for you."

Jimin forced a smile, but the unease remained.

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Scene: Yoongi’s Office.

Yoongi sat at his desk, reviewing the surveillance footage from the night of the fire. His investigator entered, handing him a new file.

Investigator: "We traced the text. It came from a burner phone, but the location matches Liza’s neighborhood."

Yoongi’s eyes narrowed as he flipped through the pages.

Yoongi: "She’s gone too far this time."

The investigator hesitated before speaking.

Investigator: "There’s more. I found proof that Liza’s been sabotaging Jimin’s reputation. Emails, fake accounts—she’s orchestrated everything."

Yoongi slammed the file shut, anger boiling inside him.

Yoongi: "She’s done. I want everything you have on her. She’s going to pay for this."

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Scene: The Min Mansion – That Evening.

Jimin returned home to find Yoongi waiting for her in the living room. His expression was grim, but there was a determination in his eyes.

Yoongi: "We need to talk."

She sat down cautiously, bracing herself.

Yoongi: "I’ve found proof that Liza is behind everything—the fire, the rumors, all of it."

Jimin’s eyes widened, a mix of relief and dread washing over her.

Jimin: "What are you going to do?"

Yoongi leaned forward, his voice firm.

Yoongi: "I’m going to make sure she never hurts you—or us—again. But I need you to trust me, Jimin."

She looked at him, her emotions conflicted.

Jimin: "Trust isn’t something you can demand, Yoongi. It has to be earned."

His gaze softened, and for the first time, Jimin saw vulnerability in his eyes.

Yoongi: "Then I’ll earn it. Whatever it takes."

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Scene: Liza’s Penthouse – Midnight.

Liza was startled awake by the sound of her front door slamming open. Yoongi stood in the doorway, his eyes blazing with fury.

Liza: (sarcastically) "Yoongi, darling, what a surprise."

He stepped closer, throwing the file of evidence onto her table.

Yoongi: "It’s over, Liza. You’ve lost."

She glanced at the documents, her smirk faltering.

Liza: (defensively) "You wouldn’t hurt me, Yoongi. You loved me once."

Yoongi’s voice was cold as ice.

Yoongi: "I was blind. But now, I see you for who you really are—a liar and a manipulator."

Liza’s eyes filled with anger.

Liza: "You think you can just walk away? You’ll regret this, Yoongi. Mark my words."

He turned to leave, his tone final.

Yoongi: "The only thing I regret is not seeing through you sooner."

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To Be Continued...

This episode escalates the tension as Yoongi confronts Liza and takes a stand to protect Jimin. The fire serves as a catalyst for change, pushing Yoongi and Jimin closer together while setting the stage for Liza’s ultimate downfall. Drama and sadness intertwine as trust is slowly rebuilt and old wounds are revisited.

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