Episode 10: The Price of Secrets

Episode 10: The Price of Secrets

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Scene: The Min Mansion – Early Morning.

Yoongi hadn’t slept all night. He paced his study, phone in hand, waiting for a call from his investigator. The clock struck 6 a.m. when the phone finally rang.

Investigator: "We’ve confirmed Liza was behind the embezzlement rumors. The leaked documents were forged, but it’s gaining traction in the media."

Yoongi gritted his teeth, his free hand balling into a fist.

Yoongi: "What about the meeting at the bar?"

Investigator: "We’re working on recovering footage from nearby cameras. We’ll have it by tonight."

Yoongi ended the call, his jaw tight. He had to act quickly before Liza’s lies caused more damage.

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Scene: The Shelter – Mid-Morning.

Jimin walked into the shelter, her head held high despite the whispers and lingering stares from the staff and volunteers.

Co-worker: "Jimin, are you okay?"

Jimin: (forcing a smile) "I’m fine. I just need to focus on helping the kids."

The co-worker hesitated but nodded, stepping aside. As Jimin set to work, she overheard two volunteers whispering.

Volunteer 1: "I heard she’s only here because of her husband’s money."

Volunteer 2: "I don’t know. She seems genuine, but who knows what’s true anymore?"

Jimin clenched her fists, fighting back tears.

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Scene: Liza’s Penthouse – Afternoon.

Liza sat on her couch, sipping champagne, a smug smile on her face as she scrolled through social media. Posts about Jimin were flooding in, with people debating the allegations.

Liza: (to herself) "Let’s see how perfect you seem now, Mrs. Min."

Her phone rang, and she answered with a lazy drawl.

Liza: "What do you want?"

Man’s Voice: "You’ve crossed a line, Liza. Yoongi’s coming for you."

She laughed, unconcerned.

Liza: "Let him. He’ll always come back to me in the end."

But as she ended the call, her smile faltered. For the first time, a sliver of doubt crept in.

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Scene: The Min Mansion – Evening.

Yoongi returned home to find Jimin sitting alone in the living room, staring blankly at the fireplace.

Yoongi: "Jimin."

She didn’t look at him.

Jimin: "Everyone’s talking about me, Yoongi. They think I’m a thief, a liar."

He sat down beside her, his voice soft but firm.

Yoongi: "They’ll know the truth soon. I’m handling it."

She turned to him, her eyes filled with hurt.

Jimin: "But what about you? Do you believe me?"

Her question caught him off guard.

Yoongi: "Of course I do."

Jimin: (whispering) "Then why does it feel like you’re always waiting for me to fail?"

His heart sank as he realized the depth of her pain.

Yoongi: "I’m sorry, Jimin. For everything. I know I haven’t been the husband you deserve, but I promise you, I’ll make this right."

She looked away, her silence speaking volumes.

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Scene: Yoongi’s Office – Midnight.

Yoongi reviewed the newly retrieved footage from the bar. The grainy video showed Liza meeting with a man and exchanging a USB drive. He froze the frame, zooming in on the man’s face.

Yoongi: "Gotcha."

He picked up his phone, dialing his investigator.

Yoongi: "Find this man and bring him to me. Tonight."

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Scene: The Shelter – The Next Morning.

Jimin arrived at the shelter to find reporters swarming the entrance. She froze as cameras flashed, and microphones were shoved in her face.

Reporter 1: "Mrs. Min, do you have anything to say about the allegations?"

Reporter 2: "Is it true you’ve been stealing from the shelter?"

Panic set in as the crowd pressed closer. Suddenly, a firm hand grabbed her arm, pulling her to safety. She looked up to see Yoongi, his expression fierce.

Yoongi: "That’s enough!"

He shielded her as they made their way to the car.

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Scene: The Min Mansion – Later That Day.

Jimin sat in the living room, still shaken from the encounter. Yoongi stood nearby, speaking on the phone.

Yoongi: "Release the statement now. I want her name cleared by the end of the day."

He ended the call, turning to Jimin.

Yoongi: "The evidence is being sent to the press. They’ll know the truth soon."

She looked at him, her voice trembling.

Jimin: "Why are you doing this?"

He knelt in front of her, his eyes meeting hers.

Yoongi: "Because I’ve realized something, Jimin. You’re the only one who’s ever cared about me for who I am, not what I have. And I won’t let anyone take that away from us."

Tears welled in her eyes as his words sank in.

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Scene: Liza’s Penthouse – Evening.

Liza was pouring another glass of champagne when her door burst open. Yoongi stormed in, his expression thunderous.

Liza: (feigning innocence) "Yoongi, what a surprise."

He slammed the USB drive onto her table.

Yoongi: "The game’s over, Liza. I have proof of everything—your lies, your sabotage, the fire. It’s all going public."

Her smirk faltered, replaced by panic.

Liza: "You wouldn’t dare."

Yoongi: (coldly) "Watch me."

He turned to leave, but her desperate voice stopped him.

Liza: "Yoongi, wait! I did it for us! She’s not good enough for you!"

He looked back, his gaze icy.

Yoongi: "You were right about one thing, Liza. Jimin isn’t like you. She’s better. And I won’t let you hurt her again."

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Scene: The Min Mansion – That Night.

Yoongi returned home to find Jimin waiting for him.

Jimin: "Did you take care of it?"

He nodded, exhaustion etched on his face.

Yoongi: "It’s over. Liza’s done."

She hesitated before speaking.

Jimin: "Thank you, Yoongi. For standing by me."

He stepped closer, his voice soft.

Yoongi: "I’ll always stand by you, Jimin. If you’ll let me."

For the first time in weeks, she smiled—a small, tentative smile that held the promise of hope.

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To Be Continued...

This episode delivers a mix of drama, suspense, and emotional breakthroughs. Yoongi’s determination to protect Jimin signals a turning point in their relationship, while Liza’s downfall sets the stage for a new chapter in their lives.

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