I froze seeing Taehyung sitting on the edge of my bed, his usual cheerful vibes were replaced by coldness. I frowned and muttered, " Taehyung? What are you doing here?" I asked him with aa dissapointed tone, obviously I didn't like anyone invading my privacy." Waiting for you, obviously, " he said, his voice was low yet teasing. Jungkook did make it clear that you were..occupied for four hours" his smirk widened." I got bored of looking after Stella, so I decided to come see what my best friend was keeping all to himself" he whispered tauntingly.

" That's none of your business " I hissed at him. When did he start poking his nose into my personal matters? This was unexpected from him. " None of my business? " he laughed darkly, cutting me off. " Everything you do is my buisness " he stepped closer, his thumb catching my chin .

He slowly cupped my cheeks, looking at my eyes." Jungkook is not meant for you" he simply stated, " he is rough, obsessive on dangerous levels. He would break you, sweetheart..You need someone gentler..someone who knows you since you were five.. someone like me " his thumbs brushed against my soft cheeks.

I immediately pulled away from him, swallowing hard as I took a deep breath." Taehyung..you just a friend whom I adored..I don't see you in that way- "

" Just a friend..Yeah right? I had been listening to this damn sentence from our high school times,Yn" he repeated, his voice dropping an octave.His eyes held pain, longing, and jealousy, but he tried hiding it behind his usual charming smile.He stepped closer to my ear," Jungkook is a playboy " he whispered harshly,his jaw clenched.

" He doesn't take relationships seriously..He will use you and throw you away..You are too innocent for him, you deserve better,my little dove..You deserve to be cherished,protected..and loved properly, " he spoke in one breath, trying to convince me that Jungkook wasn't the gentleman I had a huge crush on.

I sat down on my bed,my confidence broke even more as he muttered bitterly," Stella..she likes him too right? and who knows,maybe they will start dating soon..Jungkook's dad loves Stella's family. It'd be perfect for him. He watched me process this information,my expression falling. "He will only treat you like a toy..You need to find a loyal partner.. " He leaned down, his face inches away from mine.

" Someone like me," his voice was pleading but possessive too..I gently pulled from him, my heart was already aching enough, and my head was spinning." Please give me some space, " I plead.

He nodded,stepping back,giving me the space that I needed.ut his orbs never left me,filled with a mix of hurt,jealousy and desperation." Fine..take your time..But Yn..in this world, money gets everything easily" he muttered,his voice heavy with sadness . " step and our lives are over Yn..Be careful who you give your heart to" with that, he walked out, shutting the door closed. I was left alone with my thoughts, his words echoing in my mind. I felt a sudden ache in my heart, not knowing if it was his possessive confession or his bitter truth about our social status.

The night passed on,I stared up at the ceiling quietly,my doe eyes puffy from the tears that were falling down for no reason.I couldn't help but compare myself to Stella.Even though I was a successful author now,I knew I paled in comparison to a billionaire like Stella.I weeped softy,pulling the blankets over my head,my tears soaking my pillows. Taehyung's words haunted me - One wrong step and my life was over .

Who was I to dream of someone like Jungkook? A rockstar from a billionaire family, while I was just a writer who got lucky,I did forget my place." Stupid,stupid, " I muttered to myself,my voice muffled by the blankets." You actually thought someone like Jungkook could want me? With my basic background and middle-class upbringing? I m not like Stella.." I mumbled to myself, accepting the truth no matter how much my heart refused.

The night passed with self-torture with these thoughts. As the first light of dawn peeked through the window, I made a silent vow. I would push away my feelings for Jungkook, reminding myself of the vast differences between our worlds, I can never forget my place again. I quickly texted Stella that I won't be able to join them for the luxury breakfast buffet. I knew both Jungkook and Taehyung would be there; I intentionally wanted to avoid them. I took the taxi right after I packed my belongings. My head was still aching, but the pain in my heart was nothing in comparison to it.

As I stepped out of the taxi in front of my modest apartment building. I felt a sense of relief. This was my world, not the luxury suites and high-end restaurants I had been immersed in lately. My phone buzzed with a message from Stella, concerned about my sudden departure. I switched off my phone, not wanting to face anyone's questions. I entered my apartment, feeling the familiar comfort of my own space. laptop. This was my domain, where I had built my career from scratch. No comparisons, no overwhelming wealth, just me and my words.

I kept pacing outside the hotel room where Yn was staying at,but for some reason, she wasn't opening the door. Suddenly I heard a housekeeper saying," Miss Quinn has already checked out this morning,Sir" he politely informed me." Checked out?" my jaw tightened,my dark eyes flashing with suspicion." When? How? " I grabbed my phone,flipping through it desperately. No missed calls.No texts.Absolutely nothing." She has been ignoring my calls since last night" I muttered through my clenched teeth.

Taehyung appeared from down the hall,looking like he hadn't slept." Kook " Taehyung called out,noticing my tense expression.he quickened his steps,' What happened? Where is Yn? " his eyes flicked to the housekeeper,then back to me. "She is not in her room?, " he asked . acting surprised as if he didn't know the answer.I shook my head, "No..she checked out early morning without telling anyone" my voice held a dangerous edge," She is not picking up calls..not even mine" I met Taehyung's gaze," Something is wrong" That's what my instincts kicked into high gear.

Suddenly we heard heels clanking on the marble floor,it was none other than Stella." she is just tired" she explained, walking up to us with a calm smile." She has low alcohol tolerance,I m not surprised that she wanted to rest in her own space.

" I tried calling her back " I said, not fully convinced." Straight to voicemail, " I ran a hand through my hair, trying to shake off my protective instincts. Stella was probably right. Yn might just be sleeping off a rough night. " Let's just give her some space, " Stella suggested, already asking a waiter to put up their plates for breakfast. food, my mind elsewhere. Stella's and Taehyung's chatter was the background noise as I tried to push away the nagging feeling in my gut. I glanced out the floor-to-ceiling window, my eyes scanning the cityscape unseeingly.

" Jungkook?" Stella nudged at my arm gently, noticing my distant gaze. "You have barely touched your food. And you missed the past three questions, too" She tilted her curious headly" Are you worried about Yn? I told you,she is fine,just resting" I forced a smile but my eyes were empty." Yeah sure, " I muttered before standing up abruptly,my chair scraping through the marble floor . eyes.I threw my napkin on the table and walked towards the elevator

As soon as I sat in my car, I drove through the city streets, my mind focused only on Yn. I wasn't convinced by Stella's reassurance. Something in Yn's sudden departure felt off. I parked my car near a convenience store close to her apartment. I got to know about her address from a friend at the recent event well, how I got that is another time's story. I pulled on a basketball cap and mask to remain incognito. her.I sighed heavily before getting inside the store, grabbing a basket.

I started to pick up items mechanically - vegetables, fruits, milk. My mind was upstairs in her apartment. Was she really just sleeping? Or was something else going on? I paid for the items quickly, my heart beating faster as I quickly took the lift to the apartment. While walking through the hallway, I checked through each door, my footsteps silent in the carpeted hallway. I finally spotted hers - flat no 4B . won't let me go. With my trembling, nervous finger, I pressed on the doorbell. The sound rang through the quiet apartment.

I stirred from my restless sleep,I groaned, feeling my forehead all hot and sweaty.I carefully got up despite my weak body,I slowly opened the door without checking through the camera.I was dishevelled - messy bun, wearing an oversized t-shirt that hung off one shoulder.I looked pale,my doe eyes were glassy enough that anyone could guess that I had fever. Before I could even react or close the door again,he got inside. Jeon jungkook just got inside with his bulky tattooed body." What are you doing here?" I whispered giddily as I had no energy in my system

" You are sick " he stated, his voice rough with concern. The groceries rustled in the bag as he set them down, his eyes scanning my flushed cheeks and trembling frame. He reached out pressing the back of his hand to my forehead. " You are burning up " he closed the door behind him, his protective instincts fully awakened . around my waist as he lifted me effortlessly into his muscular arms. He carried me to my bedroom,ignoring my mumbled protests." You are not even coherent " he scolded gently.

" Why do you..c-care? " I whispered while avoiding any eye contact. Jungkook hesitated, his grip tightening around me. He couldn't admit the truth after all, he was a cold guy, someone who showed emotion rarely, that too only to his fans and bandmates. And because he couldn't stand the thought of me being sick and alone. Instead, he chose a safer answer, " Stella was worried so.." I raised a brow at his answer. set me down on the bed carefully, his eyes lingering on my face for a moment too long before he turned away to grab a thermometer from my medicine cabinet. He took my temperature silently, his jaw clenched." 101 degrees Fahrenheit" he muttered, reading the device.

" Don't stay here.. you will probably catch it too-" he only ignored my warning while sitting down beside me. He touched my forehead gently despite his cold, rough demeanour. " You have a high fever" he stood up and started to take off his hoodie. " I m staying " he muttered carelessly. I immediately looked away, even though I had seen him naked the last night. Jungkook noticed my flushed cheeks and looked down at his unbuttoned shirt, confusion crossing his face for a moment before he remembered our steamy encounter from yesterday.He smirked slightly,but didn't comment on it. Instead, he continued to undress,leaving his shirt on the floor as he pulled back the blankets and slipped into the bed beside me.

He wrapped an arm around my waist, pulling me closer to his bare, muscular chest. He could feel me shivering despite the fever."Stop avoiding me" he murmured against my hair.He probably didn't understand why I was acting like last night meant nothing.He pressed a gentle kiss to my temple.My heart raced at the same time it ached, knowing I can't have him,he is doing this because he is attracted to me.I slowly pulled away,"Please, I don't..need your help" I whispered with a heavy breath. Jungkook's arm tightened around my waist. I could see that he was hurt from my rejection. He turned me to face him, his dark eyes searching mine.

"You are being ridiculous" he said quietly, his thumb caressing my cheeks."I m not leaving you alone when you are sick" before I could even utter another word,he kissed me suddenly in a demanding yet passionate manner,it was posessive and slightly angry,a silent way of saying 'You are mine whether you like it or not' his hand cupped my cheek, tilting my head back to deepen the kiss.Our tongues explored eachother,he groaned into my mouth,his arm wrapping around my waist possessively as the kiss turned more desperate.I could feel my longing,my need - the same hunger that burned inside him. The kiss turned heated,one hand tangling in my hair while the other pulled me closer into his lap.

My legs straddled his waist as he deepened the kiss,my feverish body pressing flush against his bare chest. Jungkook's hands gripped my thighs hard,pulling me against him.He broke the kiss only to trail hot, hungry, wet kisses down my neck."Still think I should leave?" he growled against my skin, biting down gently. When I didn't give him any reply,his palmed my breast under my oversized shirt, squeezing gently as he felt me gasp against his neck.He smirked darkly, knowing I couldn't hide my reaction from him."No answer?" he teased lowly,rolling my hardened nipple between his fingers roughly. His other hand slid under my shirt to caress the feverish skin of my waist.

I whimpered in his neck, "K-Kook" I moaned out his name."You were supposed to be telling me to leave."He muttered against my neck, pinching my nipple gently.He could feel me getting aroused despite being sick - my body betraying how much I wanted him."But you are just sitting on my dick and whimpering" he teased with a cocky smile.I blushed hard, realising his hardness was poking my bottom,"L-let go" I protested weakly, despite I loved the feeling."See?" He ground his hips upwards, making me whine more.His cock was rock hard beneath his boxers,aching to be inside me.He slapped my ass lightly."Should I leave now,my little minx?" he asked mockingly,his voice thick with desire.

I swallowed all those insecurities inside and hugged him more,"Don't you dare" I whispered back.He smiled against my neck,his arms wrapped around me protectively.He loved how I swallowed my pride when it came to him.He spreads his legs wider, pulling me closer with a low groan."Good girl." he praised softly, nipping at my neck.I didn't realise when I fell asleep in his arms,he watched me sleep for a few hours,occasionally getting up to rewet the cloth on my forehead.He had bought the necessary medicines and fluids, making sure I stayed hydrated whenever I woke up riefly.he would wipe me gently,carefully removing my shirt to dab at my hot skin.

FEW HOURS LATER
in your room

I slowly opened my eyes,finding myself in the cozy ambience of my bedroom.A cloth was over my forehead and the room was partially dark,with a night light near me.I didn't find Jungkook anywhere but I could definitely smell something delicious.I slowly got up,I felt better than before as I walked towards the kitchen, finding him quietly preparing a light but nutritious meal for me.he had changed into simple shorts with his muscular tattooed body barely covered by my pink affron.His hair was messy from running his fingers through it.The aroma of chicken soup and green tea filled the air,trying to ease my feverish symptoms.

But I felt hot,not from the fever but because of the man standing infront of me- Jeon Jungkook..He stood tall and muscular,his tattoos swirling down his arm and across his broad chest.The pink afron he wore was slightly too small, hugging him tightly. I could see the huge bulge in his shorts, trying to get free.His hair was messily styled.He moved with effortless grace despite his bulk,the muscles in his thighs flexing visibly under those shorts.When he finally turned around,he caught me staring.

His eyes darkened,a slow dangeorus smirk spreading across his face.I swallowed hardly and mumbled,"You don't have to do this Jungkook.." He set the spoon down and walked towards me like a predator stalking his prey.His shorts riding low on his hips,the pink cloth did nothing to hide the evidence of his arousal."Sit back down" he ordered quietly, but his tone was strict and posessive."Eat first,then I will remind you who you belong to" he muttered with a deep breath.

I frowned at him, "What?"

"You heard me" he said,voice low and dangerous.he guided me back to the bed,setting the tray on my lap.His knee pressed between my thighs as he hovered over me."Eat every bite" The command left no room for argument.He wasn't just taking care of me,he wanted to make sure I m all healthy again.I eat slowly,it was too good,he cooked better than I ever did in my whole life."Thank you..it's very delicious" I smiled at him making him smile back as he brushed my hair back from my face."Don't thank me yet" he murmured,his eyes darkening again.I blinked in confusion when suddenly he leaned down,his lips brushing against my own.

"For now, finish your soup..we will talk about how you could return the 'favour' later" he whispered huskily while pinching the hardened nipple of mine which was poking out of my shirt, making me blush harder.