Yours, Always! (Taekook Short Stories) My Cinderella! #1

~•°MY CINDERELLA!°•~

“Fate brought them together, love made them stronger, and now, nothing could ever tear them apart.”

The grand halls of the Kim estate were decorated with luxury, velvet curtains, crystal chandeliers, and golden accents that sparkled under the morning sunlight. But for Taehyung, none of it felt like home.

He scrubbed the marble floors with aching hands, his body weak from exhaustion. His soft, delicate omega scent was masked under layers of dust and sweat.

The sound of laughter echoed from the dining hall where his stepmother and two stepbrothers, Jaehyun and Minho, indulged in a lavish breakfast.

Lady Kim Eunji

Taehyung, hurry up with the cleaning! (his stepmother, Lady Eunji, snapped, dabbing her lips with a silk napkin)

Lady Kim Eunji

We have an important event to discuss, and I don’t want your pathetic presence ruining the mood.

Taehyung clenched his fists but nodded, keeping his head down.

Kim Taehyung

Yes, Stepmother.

Jaehyun, the eldest, smirked, taking a sip of his wine.

Kim Jaehyun

Did you hear, mother? The royal family is hosting a grand ball. Prince Jungkook is finally looking for his mate.

Minho, the younger stepbrother, snickered.

Kim Minho

And imagine the poor fool who will end up with him. That prince is strong and untamed. I bet he wants a submissive little thing to warm his bed.

Taehyung swallowed the lump in his throat. A ball… a chance to escape, even just for one night. He dared to dream, even though reality always crushed his hopes.

Lady Eunji’s sharp eyes flickered toward Taehyung.

Lady Kim Eunji

Don’t even think about it. (she warned)

Lady Kim Eunji

You will not attend the ball, Taehyung. An omega like you belongs in the shadows, not dancing with alphas.

Taehyung’s heart sank.

Kim Taehyung

But—

A sharp slap met his cheek before he could finish. The sting burned, and he bit his lip to stop the tears.

Lady Kim Eunji

You will stay home, understood? ❄️ (Lady Eunji said coldly)

Lady Kim Eunji

Your place is here, cleaning up after us. Now, get back to work. ❄️

Taehyung turned away, gripping the edge of his ragged shirt. His dreams of escaping this miserable life were foolish. He was just a forgotten omega, a servant in his own home.

…

~In the Royal Palace~

Prince Jungkook stood before the grand windows of his chamber, arms crossed over his broad chest. The golden sun reflected off his royal attire, highlighting his strong alpha presence.