Episode 12: Shadows Loom

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Scene: The Min Mansion – Late Afternoon.

Jimin stood by the window, watching the rain pour down. Her mind was still processing Yoongi’s words from the morning. Could she really trust him? Could they truly start over?

Yoongi walked in, his jacket damp from the rain. He noticed her standing there, lost in thought.

Yoongi: "Jimin?"

She turned to face him, startled.

Jimin: "You’re back early."

Yoongi: "I canceled my meetings. Thought we could spend some time together."

Her eyes softened, but she still seemed hesitant.

Jimin: "I appreciate that, Yoongi. But... I need some time to think."

He nodded, respecting her space.

Yoongi: "Take all the time you need. I’ll be here."

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Scene: Liza’s Penthouse – Evening.

Liza sat in her dimly lit living room, reviewing the contents of the folder the man had given her. Inside were photos, financial documents, and a few forged letters that painted Jimin as a manipulative gold-digger.

Liza: (to herself) "This will ruin her for good."

Her phone buzzed, and she picked it up to see a message from the mysterious man.

“Everything’s ready. Release it when you’re ready.”

Liza smirked, her fingers hovering over her keyboard.

Liza: (whispering) "Time to bring the house down."

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Scene: The Shelter – The Next Morning.

Jimin was helping a group of children with an art project when her phone buzzed repeatedly. She ignored it at first, but the persistent notifications made her curious. She picked up her phone and froze.

A new article had gone viral. It was filled with fabricated stories about her, claiming she’d stolen from the shelter, manipulated Yoongi into marriage, and ruined Liza’s life.

Her hands trembled as she read the hateful comments.

Volunteer: "Jimin? Is everything okay?"

She quickly put her phone away, forcing a smile.

Jimin: "It’s nothing. Let’s get back to work."

But the damage was done.

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Scene: Yoongi’s Office – Afternoon.

Yoongi slammed his laptop shut, his jaw clenched in fury.

Yoongi: (to himself) "Liza."

He grabbed his phone and dialed his investigator.

Yoongi: "I want every trace of that article removed. Find out who’s behind it and make sure they pay."

The investigator hesitated.

Investigator: "Sir, it’s already spreading too fast. Damage control might take time."

Yoongi ran a hand through his hair, his frustration mounting.

Yoongi: "Then work faster."

He ended the call and grabbed his coat, determined to confront Liza himself.

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Scene: The Shelter – Evening.

Jimin was walking home when she noticed a group of reporters waiting outside the gates. They spotted her immediately, cameras flashing as they approached her.

Reporter 1: "Mrs. Min, is it true you forced Yoongi to marry you?"

Reporter 2: "What about the claims that you’ve been stealing money from the shelter?"

She froze, her heart pounding as they bombarded her with questions.

Suddenly, a car pulled up, and Yoongi stepped out. He pushed through the crowd, shielding Jimin as he guided her into the car.

Yoongi: "That’s enough! Leave her alone."

They drove off, the reporters’ voices fading into the distance.

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Scene: The Min Mansion – Night.

Jimin sat on the couch, her hands trembling as she clutched a glass of water.

Jimin: "Why does this keep happening, Yoongi? Why can’t they just leave me alone?"

Yoongi sat beside her, his expression serious.

Yoongi: "Because Liza won’t stop until she gets what she wants. But I won’t let her hurt you anymore."

She looked at him, her eyes filled with doubt.

Jimin: "How can you be so sure? She’s already turned the world against me."

He reached out, gently taking her hand.

Yoongi: "Because I know the truth, and I’ll make sure everyone else does too. Trust me, Jimin."

Her eyes searched his, and for the first time, she felt a glimmer of hope.

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Scene: Liza’s Penthouse – Midnight.

Liza was celebrating her latest victory, a glass of champagne in hand. She was laughing with a friend when her doorbell rang.

Liza: "Who could that be at this hour?"

She opened the door to find Yoongi standing there, his expression cold and unyielding.

Liza: "Yoongi! What a surprise."

He stepped inside, his tone icy.

Yoongi: "Enough games, Liza. I know you’re behind the articles."

She feigned innocence, placing a hand on her chest.

Liza: "Me? Why would I do something like that?"

He slammed a folder onto her table, filled with evidence linking her to the smear campaign.

Yoongi: "You’ve crossed a line. This ends now."

Her smile faltered, but she quickly regained her composure.

Liza: "You can’t prove anything."

Yoongi: (leaning in) "I already have."

She stared at him, fear flickering in her eyes for the first time.

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Scene: The Min Mansion – The Next Morning.

Jimin woke up to find Yoongi sitting on the edge of the bed, deep in thought.

Jimin: "Yoongi? Is everything okay?"

He turned to her, his expression softening.

Yoongi: "I took care of it. Liza won’t bother you anymore."

She sat up, her heart pounding.

Jimin: "What did you do?"

Yoongi: "Let’s just say she’s going to have her hands full dealing with the fallout of her own lies."

Jimin looked at him, a mix of gratitude and uncertainty in her eyes.

Jimin: "Thank you, Yoongi. For standing up for me."

He reached out, brushing a strand of hair from her face.

Yoongi: "You’re my wife, Jimin. I’ll always protect you."

For the first time, she allowed herself to believe him.

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To Be Continued...

This episode brings tension and drama, with Liza’s schemes intensifying and Yoongi stepping up to protect Jimin. The bond between Yoongi and Jimin deepens as they face the chaos together, setting the stage for the next chapter in their journey.

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