lll. Fox.
After registering Taehyung's orders, the black knight dashes outside the chamber. Eyeing the council members to get in and moves forward without looking back. Sliding a red velvety envelope with the golden royal seal inside his pocket which was most probably given to him by his majesty himself. After crossing the grand paining of the palace, Hoseok comes to a halt. There stands a comparatively shorter male, slightly leaning towards the wall. His face wasn't really visible because of his hood. The said knight sucks a deep breath in and whispers.
Jung Hoseok
Didn't think you would be the one forwarding the message, Jimin.
Taking off his hood, Jimin walk towards the knight. He replies while walking.
Park Jimin
Why? Do you think only you're the one doing your esteem job?
Jung Hoseok
I- I didn't mean it like that.
Suddenly the cheerful and calm demeanor of the said knight vanished, it felt as if it never existed. Finally, Jimin stands right in front of him. Too close for their own goodness. If someone was to look at them from afar they would've misunderstood them for kissing. Instead of replying Jimin gracefully snakes his arm around Hoseok's shoulders. Taken by surprise, but the knight still chooses to do nothing. Not shaking him away nor welcoming his touch. Being satisfied with the reaction Jimin let's out a melodic chuckle.
Park Jimin
You're so cute, my dear knight. But let's save all this for another day, and what's my work for today? (licks lips)
Hoseok's hands trembled with the reply, he can't let this mere messenger take control over his mind. Nope, he can't afford to.
Park Jimin wasn't a really nice man, he had all the features of a fox, and he seemed to derive pleasure from playing around with others feelings and heart. He's charming and good-looking, yes. But rotten from heart. Or perhaps that's how Hoseok portrait him as. If we were to ignore his limitations, he was actually very good with his work. Spying. Although it wasn't the only thing he did, but he was known for it only. Now back to work.
Jung Hoseok
Journey to the North.
Saying that Hoseok slides the envelope into his hand and shakes him away. Jimin grins in return and suddenly with a flash, the messenger was the only one standing there.
The curtains of the council chamber dances together with the wind, not only the curtains, the young lord's hair twirled along. The silence was peaceful until the chief adviser settles his books down, he checked his pocket watch once, forwarding his gaze towards the young lord as if asking for a hint.
Kim Namjoon
Everybody else already left after today's session. Now what's there for me to do for you, Brother Taehyung.
Kim Taehyung
Smart, humble and risk-averse. Perfect to rule.
Kim Namjoon
Pardon Tae, but I am not getting what you mean.
Kim Taehyung
The thing is hyung, before leaving mother wanted me to marry the Prince of North.
Grasping the hint Taehyung was pointing to, Namjoon reassuringly rested his hand on his brother's shoulder and said.
Kim Namjoon
This is the least thing I can do for you after the news of Aunt Sae. Do not worry, Jin and I are here for you and I surely can handle your work in your absence.
Kim Taehyung
I'll be leaving next week then.
Kim Namjoon
Sure, do take care of yourself. (face softens)
Kim Taehyung
Rest assured, I'll.
Kim Namjoon
I can clearly see that, your absence in the dinning hall speaks louder than you think, brother.
Taehyung didn't say anything.
Kim Namjoon
You can ignore us for now, but I won't tolerate your silence for long. After coming back do acknowledge us about the plan you're cooking behind the curtains brother.
Kim Taehyung
(Chuckles and forwards his gaze towards Namjoon) Who's giving you this wild idea hyung?
Kim Taehyung
Do not worry, I am just mourning. Anybody would do. That doesn't mean I am closing myself and making a plan.
Kim Namjoon
I do not doubt you, but I don't trust your actions after Aunt's death. Do remember you've a cousin to share things with.
With a final squeeze on his shoulder, Namjoon lefts the young lord alone.
Taehyung releases the breath he didn't realise he was holding.
Grape
The length of the chapters are uneven, forgive me for that but I write according to the time I get.
Comments
lyaa
The suspense had me on the edge of my seat the entire time!
2025-07-22
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