The ride back to the mansion was heavy with silence. Inside, YN was battling with her emotions, a storm of confusion and anger, but outside, she kept her composure, refusing to give Namjoon any satisfaction of seeing her break. She glanced at him once in a while, but his face was cold, as usual.

Yet something seemed different this time, a hint of something that looked almost like guilt, though she wasn't sure.

They arrived home just as the sky began to darken, painting the mansion in a gloomy light. The moment they stepped inside, Anna rushed towards YN, tears streaming down her face as she engulfed her in a tight hug.

"YN! You're back! I was so scared! I thought I lost you forever," Anna sobbed into YN's shoulder. I don't care what happens from now on. I don't care if this bastard loves you or not. You're staying here with me, forever. Don't leave me again... please... let us just be us."

YN's body stiffened at Anna's words. The flood of emotions she had been holding back washed over her like a tidal wave. She tried to stay strong, but the tears began falling from her eyes, and before she knew it, she was crying into Anna's embrace. The pain of Namjoon's rejection still stung, but Anna's love and concern made her feel like she had a place to belong.

Namjoon, who had been standing silently a few feet away, found himself unable to hold YN's gaze when she finally looked at him with her tear-streaked face. Her eyes were filled with so much hurt, and for the first time, he felt something unfamiliar twisting in his chest-regret.

"Well..." YN said, wiping her tears with the back of her hand. It seems I'm forced to stay here because I'm someone's toy now. Guess I don't have much of a choice." Her words were laced with sarcasm, but there was no denying the pain behind them.

As she walked away, Anna turned towards Namjoon, fury blazing in her eyes. "Look what you've done to her." Anna spat, her voice shaking with anger. "She was never like this, never. She used to smile all the time-literally all the time. She used to light up this place like the sun. Now? She barely smiles, not even for a second. She doesn't even look like the same YN. This is all because of you!"

Anna's words hit Namjoon like a punch to the gut. He had never seen his sister so angry at him. She had always accepted him, even his cruel and cold-hearted ways as a mafia boss. but now... this was different. She wasn't angry about his business, she wasn't upset about his dangerous life; she was angry at him for breaking YN's heart. The weight of her words pressed down on him, making him feel something he wasn't used to shame.

"You don't deserve her, oppa. No, you don't deserve her, Kim Namjoon, Anna continued, her voice quieter now but still seething with hurt. "You've ruined her, and for what? To prove a point? To protect your pride? What kind of man does that?" She shook her head and walked away, leaving Namjoon alone in the hallway, the silence suffocating him.

Namjoon stood there, unable to move, his mind replaying Anna's words over and over again. His sister had never spoken to him like that before, had never questioned his choices. She had always respected his position in the mafia world, understood that his brutality was necessary for survival, but this... this wasn't about power or survival.

This was about him pushing away the only person who had ever loved him, and for what? He couldn't even remember why now.

He clenched his fists, his jaw tightening as he tried to suppress the unfamiliar ache in his chest. The more he thought about YN's broken expression, the more the guilt gnawed at him. His usual cold, unfeeling nature couldn't shield him from the truth that was now eating away at him: he had gone too far.

Anna entered the room where YN was sitting on the bed, her tear-streaked face glowing in the dim light. She immediately pulled YN into a warm embrace, her arms full of love and concern.

"You'll find someone better, darling, Anna whispered softly, trying to soothe her friend's shattered heart. You don't deserve this pain, YN."

YN wiped her tears and pulled away, a sudden determination in her eyes. "Better? No way. I only want Kim Namjoon.

Anna blinked in confusion. "But... YN, after everything? He's-"

"The love I've given him till now was all free. He never cared, Anna, YN cut her off. Her voice was stronger now, filled with a new resolve. "But things are about to change. Now. I'll make him beg for my love. He has to earn it."

Anna's eyes widened in surprise, but then a smile slowly spread across her face. "And I'll help you. Make that bastard realize what he's missing," she said, full of support.

With that, the night fell into silence, and everyone retreated to bed. YN. despite everything, found herself drifting into sleep with a renewed sense of purpose. She would no longer be a toy in Namjoon's hands.

The next morning, YN and Anna were jolted awake by the sound of crashing and shouting from downstairs. The noise was violent and intense, as if something or someone was tearing through the mansion.

"What the hell?" Anna mumbled, jumping out of bed and rushing downstairs, with YN following closely behind.

When Anna reached the bottom of the stairs, she froze in shock. Her blood ran cold as she saw a man standing in the middle of the room, covered in the blood of Namjoon's guards, both of whom lay lifeless on the floor.

His presence was terrifying, but his appearance was striking. He was tall, with a strong, muscular build, and his chiseled features were marked by a dark, rugged beauty. His messy black hair fell into his intense, cold eyes that gleamed with fury. His lips curved into a snarl as he smashed a vase, his expression filled with raw anger. He wore a tight leather jacket, dark jeans, and combat boots, exuding a dangerous, yet irresistibly alluring aura.

This was no ordinary man this was Seo Tae-jun, the brother of Ho Bin. And he was here for revenge.

"Kim Namjoon!" Tae-jun roared, his voice shaking the walls. "Where are you?! How dare you kill my brother!" He began throwing anything he could find, breaking furniture as he continued to scream Namjoon's name in rage.

Anna's breath caught in her throat as recognition dawned on her. "You..." she whispered, her voice trembling.

Tae-jun looked up sharply at the sound of her voice, his expression shifting from rage to shock. He froze. "You..." he echoed.

They stood there, staring at each other, both in disbelief. The years melted away in an instant, and suddenly, they were back in the past, two friends who had once been inseparable.

Anna rushed down the stairs, her heart pounding. "Are you... the brother of Ho Bin?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. "Why didn't you ever tell me?"

Tae-jun's eyes softened slightly, though the anger in them still simmered beneath the surface. "And are you the sister of Kim Namjoon? Why didn't you tell me?"

Both were in shock, unable to fully process the situation.

Anna looked panicked, her voice shaking. "My brother will kill me... for sure."

Tae-jun gave a dark laugh. T'm here to kill him, so don't worry, he said coldly.

Anna's eyes widened with horror. "Don't you dare touch him! He's my brother!"

Tae-jun's expression hardened. "What about my brother? He's dead now. Do you think I should just forget that?"

Anna hesitated for a moment, then said, "Your brother... he was a bad person. He tried to hurt my best friend he tried to rape her."

Tae-jun clenched his jaw but didn't say anything.

"And what about your brother? he finally asked, his tone dark. "He's no saint either. What he's done to countless others don't you think he deserves to face the consequences?"

Anna looked down, her voice trembling. I know... Namjoon's a bastard. But he's still my brother. Just... don't kill him."

Tae-jun's expression flickered, the hardness in his eyes giving way to something softer, but he quickly masked it.

"Sit." Anna said, pulling him over to the couch. "We need to talk."

Tae-jun hesitated for a moment but then sat down. "Where were you all these years?" Anna asked, her voice barely above a whisper. I missed you."

I missed you too. Tae-jun admitted, his voice quieter now. the fury draining from him.

Before their conversation could go any deeper, YN appeared at the top of the stairs, her eyes wide with curiosity and disbelief. "Oh, love blossoming right in the mansion of Kim Namjoon, huh?" she said with a smirk. This is a miracle.

Anna rushed to YN, embarrassed. "Shut up, it's not what you think! And please, don't tell oppa.

YN rolled her eyes. "Are you mad? Why would I tell that bastard anything? Even if I did, he'd just ignore me like I'm thin air. I support you guys."

Anna and Tae-jun exchanged shy glances, their cheeks flushing.

Anna sighed, turning to YN. "Remember when I told you about my friend who left me years ago? The one I missed so much? Well... he's the one," she said softly.

YN's eyes lit up in euphoria. "Oh, the one you love?"

Anna blushed, quickly placing a hand over YN's mouth, but before she could say anything. Tae-jun took Anna's hand in his, looking into her eyes with a soft, affectionate gaze. I love you too, Anna, the first day i saw you in the school i fall for you, but never got such courage to tell you. as I'm afraid that you might reject me and then when we got same college, I was so happy but then again I stop myself and now see the destiny reconnect us and now I don't want to stop, will you marry me? "he confessed.

Anna's heart skipped a beat, her face turning crimson as she looked back at him saying - ofcourse, I will

The tension that had filled the room moments ago was replaced with a sudden warmth, a quiet, beautiful moment that felt out of place in the chaos that surrounded them.

YN, watching them, couldn't help but smile. "Well, this is all very romantic, but... what about Namjoon?"

At the mention of Namjoon, the atmosphere turned heavy again. Anna's face fell, her hands dropping from Tae-jun's. He's the brother of Ho Bin," she explained softly, her voice filled with worry.

YN's expression darkened. "Break up with him, Anna. What if he's just like his brother? What if he's a mafia boss too?"

Anna shook her head quickly. "No! He's not like that. He hated his brother for what he did. He only came here because he was angry, but..." She paused, looking over at Tae-jun. "Now we've found each other again, and we're not enemies. We're... lovers.

YN admired the new couple, feeling a sense of hope for them, despite the circumstances. She saw how genuine their feelings were for each other. "Alright, I support you," YN said. "But how will we tell Namjoon about this?"

Anna's face paled. "He'll kill me for sure..."

YN grinned. "Don't worry. I'm still alive, aren't I? He hasn't managed to kill me yet."

To be continued