Chains of Fear
The morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a faint glow over the cold, marble floor where Taehyung lay
His body ached from the bruises, his limbs stiff from unforgiving surface
Slowly, he stirred, wincing as pain shot through his body
Every movement reminded him of last night's torment.
His ears caught the faint rustling of clothes.
He turned his head slightly and saw Sehun standing by the mirror, fixing his tie.
The sharp scent of cologne mixed with the lingering stench of alcohol made Taehyung feel sick.
SEHUN
(smirking as he notices Taehyung waking up) Oh, look who finally decided to wake up.
SEHUN
Enjoyed your sleep on the floor?
TAEHYUNG
(swallowed, his voice weak) ... I'm sorry
Sehun clicked his tongue in mock disappointment before walking towards him.
He crouched down to Taehyung's level, gripping his chin roughly between his fingers
SEHUN
You're always so pitiful, aren't you?
his voice lowered, a cruel glint in his eyes
SEHUN
Listen closely, Omega.
SEHUN
Omega. I'll be gone for three days business meetings and all that
SEHUN
Don't call me. Don't try to run. And make sure this house is spotless when I get back.
Taehyung nodded weakly, but his eyes betrayed his unease
Sehun leaned in closer, his breath ghosting over Taehyung's ear.
SEHUN
(whispering, dangerously soft) If I hear even a rumor about you doing something stupid, I won't touch you next time.
SEHUN
I'll go straight for your parents.
Taehyung's eyes widened in terror, his entire body going cold.
Sehun merely laughed darkly at his reaction, releasing his grip and standing up.
SEHUN
(mockingly as he straightens his cufflinks) Good boy
With that, he grabbed his coat and strode towards the door, not sparing Taehyung another glance
The sound of the front door shutting echoed through the silent mansion
Taehyung remained on the floor, his fingers digging into his arms as he trembled
He closed his eyes, trying to steady his breathing, but no matter how hard he tried, the weight of fear refused to leave him.
Meanwhile, in the underground basement of a hidden facility, Jungkook stood in the dim light, his black-gloved hands clenched into fists.
Surrounding him were Yoongi, Hoseok, Namjoon, and Hyunjin, their faces cold and impassive
In the center of the room, tied to a chair, was a battered man his face bloodied, his breathing ragged.
But despite his injuries, he stubbornly refused to speak
JUNGKOOK
(voice dangerously low) I'll ask one last time. Who's been smuggling weapons through our territory?
The man smirked through the pain, refusing to answer.
A sharp crack echoed through the room as Jungkook's fist met his jaw, sending his head snapping to the side
NAMJOON
(firmly, stepping forward) Jungkook, if you keep this up, he'll die before he tells us anything
Jungkook stepped back, his chest rising and falling with heavy breaths.
His patience had worn thin, but Namjoon was right, killing him now would get them nowhere
Hoseok moved forward, his voice eerily calm as he crouched in front of the man
HOSEOK
(smirking slightly) See, we don't need you to talk.
HOSEOK
We already have your family's address
HOSEOK
And if you don't cooperate... well, let's just say we might be paying them a little visit
The man's eyes widened in fear.
His resolve wavered, his lips trembling. He hesitated, then finally, he spoke.
The man
(voice barely above a whisper) It's not just weapons... there's an entire shipment of illegal substances being moved under your nose.
The man
And the one behind it...
The words sent a cold chill through the room. Everyone stiffened, their expressions darkening.
YOONGI
(eyes narrowing) Who is it?
The man swallowed hard before uttering a name that made Jungkook's blood run cold.
Everyone then exited the basement, leaving the man inside alone
They walked toward the balcony, the cool night air offering little relief from the tension simmering between them.
Jungkook took a seat, taking out a cigar and lighting it up with a flick of his lighter
He exhaled a cloud of smoke, frustration evident in his every movement.
HOSEOK
(leaning against the railing, voice calm) Don't worry. I'll find out who the real culprit is.
YOONGI
(nodding in agreement) We trust you.
NAMJOON
(arms crossed, frowning) But how did they find out about our hideout in the first place?
HYUNJIN
(exhaling sharply) There might be a spy among our men. Someone's leaking information.
Jungkook remained silent, lost in thought.
His gaze was distant, his mind replaying the revelation over and over again
But was he thinking about the information they had just received... or someone else entirely?
The others knew better than to disturb him when he was like this. Instead, they let the silence settle between them, waiting for their leader to process everything.
Yoongi eventually checked his watch and sighed
JUNGKOOK
(breaking from his thoughts, looking up) Why?
YOONGI
(glanced at the others before replying) I have to pick up Jimin
JUNGKOOK
(nodded, then after a pause, spoke again) I'll come with you
Meanwhile, Hyunjin and Hoseok straightened up, exchanging a glance
HYUNJIN
We should leave too. Our work here is done
HOSEOK
Yeah, I have some business to take care of
Namjoon also had matters to handle, so one by one, they left.
Jungkook and Yoongi climbed into the car, the engine purring to life as they drove toward Jimin's dance center.
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