Seokjin’s P.O.V.

I have no idea what is happening…and unfortunately my only trusted friend, Yoongi is not here.

“I just realized I never learnt your full name” Taehyung’s voice sounded rather calm compared to the playful glint in his eyes. Truthfully, I don’t trust him at all…he’s so devious and difficult to understand.

“Umm…it’s just Jin” “Odd…you at least have to belong to a clan, that’s how it works in Kleon” his eyes were practically grinning “proves you’re not from around here, are you?”

A few ago he almost killed me...what is he trying to do now?

I don’t look at him, walking as fast as I could to get out of his sight and praying that he leaves me alone. But my thoughts were cut short as I felt him grasp at my wrist.

“Don’t walk so fast…you might stumble and get hurt again”

I wanted to scream at him…what am I? A child?! And who does he think he is?! I never even listened to my master! Stumble and hurt myself…if it wasn’t because of all you beasts I’d heal in no time!

I pulled my hand only to realize he didn’t intend to let go…I pulled my hand again and he actually had the guts to act like he didn’t even notice!

This man has severe issues!

“I feel fine…thank you” I spoke now practically pulling at my wrist when I realized we were moving in a different direction from where the tents for the betas were…oh no way in hell! I am not staying in a tent with him! 

“Good” he spoke sounding quite happy.

Really?! Good? In what universe is this good?! This is not good at all!

“I am hungry…I missed lunch” I tried to make an excuse to get away, hoping to find the others and get out of this fearful situation.

“That’s alright. I will tell someone to serve you food in the tent” he spoke still pretending not to see how I was struggling vehemently to get his grip off of me “oh! See…there it is…doesn’t it look better than your cramped little tent?”

The tent for the betas wasn’t a ‘cramped little tent’?! It had thirty beds!

“Are there thirty beds in your tent?” I asked, and for a moment he looked confused with my question before he turned to me with a smirk.

“Why would we need thirty beds when one is enough?”

I froze in my place assessing if I heard him right and I bet it showed on my face because he seemed to be very pleased with my reaction as he tugged me inside.

I stood not knowing why was I here? Or what was the reason for him to be doing this? Was he really going to make me sleep here?! And most importantly, why did it have to be me to be trapped in such a situation?!

“Feel free…you can rest there” he spoke gesturing me towards the bed that was positioned behind a thin curtain at the other end of the huge tent.

“I’m not tired” “Even better” he seemed to be waiting for me to say that as he walked towards the table in the middle of his tent tugging at my wrist again.

“Sit” he ordered eyeing the chair nearby.

I couldn’t help but glare at him, does he think that he can order me around just because I had taken up the role of a soldier now?! He was beginning to get on my nerves and I stood choosing to not listen to his ‘order’. But my insides jumped in fright when he suddenly slammed his hand on the table.

“Oh! Did I scare you?” He is as mean they can get! I can tell he intentionally did that. But my eyes glued to the object he had placed in the middle of the map. It was my dagger, the one Noona had given me!

“Pretty little thing isn’t it?” He mused eyeing the sleek shiny blade “I’m very fond of it too…reminds of someone I’ve been looking for” the last words were very low, borderline threatening and I did not dare look at him, fearing if he should recognize me. I’ll probably end up being a heap of bones if I have to defend myself against him now…I have zero strength after today’s contest, the wounds definitely had taken a toll on me, Yoongi-my sole armour against this beast of a man was nowhere to be seen and without my powers I’m positive I’ll end up a dead man.

I could feel his gaze burning on me so without any more words I silently sat down on the chair figuring it’d be better to listen to his ‘order’ than lose my life, my eyes still glued on the dagger as I tried to gulp my fears down.

“So…” he spoke leaning nearer, I can’t tell if he’s naturally this scary or is he just being an extra douche specifically with me “now that you’ve settled down, won’t you ask me why I brought you here?”

Like really how much more confused does he want me to be?!

I frowned up at him only to see him delightfully smiling at me “or do you feel flattered to be here with me?”

Can I like smack him? He might kill me…but eh it’ll be a good death…

“Excuse me?” I was really controlling myself from cursing at him.

He turned to face me, leaning in dangerously he placed his hands on either side of the chair, trapping me and making me instinctively coil back.

What the hell is his problem?! This is not what I signed up for!!

“You know I really feel like I’ve seen you somewhere”

I’m gonna die…I’m gonna die…I’m gonna die…

“I-I really d-d-don’t think that’s p-possible” I mumbled trying to get further away as his eyes narrowed on me.

“Are you really sure?” “I’m really really totally absolutely sure” I spoke in rushed words, denying to look into those daunting dark eyes.

“Never?” He sounds like he’s taunting me with this act of his and here I am practically a step away from having a heart attack!

“N-N-Nev-er” I stiffly kept my eyes away but god damn was he close…I could practically feel his breath on my face, just then he went silent for a bit. So, I turned to see what he was doing only to catch him sniffing me which he abruptly stopped when our eyes caught.

“What are you doing?” “Your heart is beating unnaturally fast” and just like that he instantly changed the topic smirking at me, I can tell he is planning something…his eyes practically glowing with mischief “am I scaring you Jin?”

“No…b-but you’re making m-me uncomfortable” I spoke finding no other way to get him to leave me alone. He watched me for a minute more, cold sweat ran down me as I saw his gaze glide from my eyes, down my face to settle on my neck, staying there “calm down” his voice was deep as he said those words “I don’t intend to hurt you.”

Thankfully he moved away, turning back towards the map on the table as he began using the dagger…my dagger as a pointer.

“So…because you’re not from around here you need to learn how the coastline is secured, where you go…where you don’t go…” he abruptly turned to me “I hope you’re following my words, I won’t repeat it a second time.”

His words made me shake off my very own thoughts about the plans I had made…they were pretty simple though, unlike Taehyung’s.

-Number one, wait for the ship.

-Number two, get on the ship and find my Noona.

-Number three…rejoice because I’m finally free!

I guess he could tell I wasn’t really cut out for what he kept on blabbering in some army jargon about battalions and fortified weaponry and night watch towers and what not.

“Come here” he sounded quite different from the mean ass he was being a while ago and I got up, standing by his side to watch him move little wooden soldiers here and there over the large map as he explained how battalions worked and how heavy weapons were kept ready at coast and how archers were more important here than artillery at the coastline.

“Judging from your archery skills you will probably find this handy” he spoke walking away from the table towards the chest of drawers standing in a corner of the tent.

What he pulled out was probably the most beautiful bow I had ever seen.

Sure I had my own bow back at the monastery, however it was rather simplistic, definitely nowhere close to this gorgeous artifact.

“This is mine but I’m more of a swords and battleaxes kinda man so I suppose you can use it for now”

The bow was heavy, bronze gilded with topaz and fire opal and it was almost half my height. I can totally picture him with it, flaunting it before others. 

“Why are all the weapons here so aggressively heavy?” I mumbled to myself but he heard it and I saw him chuckle.

“Or maybe you’re rather delicate to play with these” he taunted me again, I could tell he enjoys it way more than necessary…annoying arrogant prick!

“Does Yoongi have a bow too? I’m sure it’ll be-” “No. You’ll be using this” he cut me off decidedly and I’m sure he was glaring at me, without another word as he handed me a quiver full of equally gaudy arrows, topaz and fire opal adorning the intricate designs on the quiver.   

I wanted to complain at how utterly heavy these were for me but realised it’s better than him telling me I’m not fit to join the troops. So, I just politely thanked him for those.

I was a little engrossed in the map as I realized how far Kleon actually was from Eulan, where the royal court was situated and where the coastline was where I’d get to meet Noona tomorrow. I was so thankful when I realized Taehyung had left and had the opportunity to have my dinner in peace. It was his usual routine anyway…he never stayed at the camp after dinner.

I decided to return to my usual tent, it’s nerve-racking to stay here but the moment I stepped out I was barred.

“You should go back inside” “Commander ordered you to stay here” two guards spoke making me roll my eyes at them.

This is ridiculous! Why the hell is he doing this to me?!

However, I had no other way but to walk back inside. There was even a wash basin in here so I decided to clean up a bit and change, I had a tough day and for some reason I’m sure tomorrow will be even more tough. It’d only be better if I get some rest.

Truly his tent is a lot more well-equipped than the others. With a settee and low table right by the entrance and that large table in the middle taking most of the space, a few cabinets and chest of drawers stood behind the settee while the wash basin was closer to the resting area that was very loosely guarded by a flimsy drape. I found neatly folded clothes on the bed and judged that probably he had left those for me, gladly I removed the heavy jacket he had put on me to begin stripping out of my dirty tattered clothes.

Changing into the trousers that were a little oversized for me, I took my time and changed my bandages a second time too, carefully applying the balm he had left for me but I couldn’t reach the back.

“Let me help you” the voice took me completely by surprise as I flinched and turned around with wide eyes to see him casually sitting on the settee with his legs crossed on the low table before him where he even had a drink.

“How l-long have you been sitting there?” “Long enough” he smirked getting up and walked closer making my face go pale and eyes wider to see him proudly move the drapes to stand an inch away from me. I flinched harder when I felt him coil his hand around me as he touched my back, being completely unbothered of my scowl as he applied the balm.

“This…This is un-necessary-“ “Stay still” he ordered.

I tried to pull away however he didn’t seem to have heard me carrying on applying the balm while expressionlessly watching me.

“I don’t need help-I wanna go back to my tent” I angrily grumbled using force to get away now, hastily pulling the shirt on me because I felt utterly embarrassed, cursing the scent blocker because if it wasn’t for that I could easily detect his scent!

It suddenly feels very awkward in here. I tried to walk away, moving the drape as I fumed. 

“Why are you so stubborn? I said you’re going to sleep here tonight means you’re staying right here…” his voice was threateningly low, hands grabbing onto my shoulders as he glared at me and I realized now that I was in trouble. I think I’m starting to understand why he is being this demanding.

But without my scent there's no way he could tell that I'm an omega.

“Let go of me” I complained squirming now…I really feel like I need to get out of here…

“Sleep…you’ll need the rest to recuperate” he ordered releasing his grasp on my shoulders as he abided to my demand.

I silently chose to deny to listen to his words and pulling away the drape went and sat on the settee instead, crossing my arms in burning rage.

“What is this attitude now?” “Nothing” I turned away being done in trying to reason with him.

I want to yell at him but I’m fearful if he would just decide not to let me join the troops tomorrow…I guess I’ll just bite my tongue and endure through this for only this night, I’m gonna be free of these hooligans tomorrow anyway.

He stood there watching me for a while before sighing and sitting down at the large table and began scribbling and charting out stuff, don’t know what stuff…I wasn’t bothered to see what he was doing but yes I was damn angry.

I’m definitely going to complain about him to Yoongi about this…how dare he do this? I feel like a prisoner!

There is something really fishy about his actions, I could tell he was watching me, saw his eyes flicker towards where I sat from time to time and I turned away feeling conscious of the odd fire in his eyes.

The tent was silent except for him scribbling or clearing his throat once in a while and against my intention I began dozing. But was startled awake when I heard his voice “you should sleep…stop being so stubborn”

“I’m fine…thank you” I grumbled again, yeah I’m trying to really hold it in but truthfully I’m pissed. I could definitely sleep if he had let me go to my tent and use my bed but I’m not an idiot…how can I possibly sleep here feeling like a lamb that had caught a wolf’s eyes?

However, my ill fate seemed to have taken a deeper dive down the stream of misfortune.

I saw him stop his work, putting those away for the night as he moved around the tent before beginning to strip out of his clothes and my eyes widened to watch him casually peel off his shirt standing in the middle of the tent.

“Don’t be shy…I usually have that effect on others” his voice was smooth and very much taunting as I saw him grin at me, and I instantly looked down. I could feel my face burning up as he chuckled deeply before he went towards the wash basin and I sat stiffly cursing at my ugly fate for being stuck here in the middle of such a troublesome situation.

Why are all alphas such assholes and really mean cruel things? Well, all except Yoongi…he’s great, unlike this uncultured swine who’s walking about half-naked.

From the corner of my eyes I could see him walking towards where I sat, and to make sure that I had no other way but to face him blatantly sat down at the low table right in front of me.

Grabbing at the drink he had left there, he began languidly sipping at it “why are you being so mean? Did I do something wrong? You seem to be fine when you’re with hyung” he spoke taking another gulp before putting it down and leaning to put his elbows on his knees and I could tell he was watching me very closely. My legs were trapped between his, our knees almost touching and all my senses were blaring non-stop telling me to get out of here.

What the hell is his problem?!

“Do you like him? Is that it?”

The question was more of a growl, and for some reason even though I wanted to snap back at him I couldn’t. I looked the other side hoping he couldn’t see how awfully flustered I am…this is rather unnatural a situation for me, especially because as much as I know Taehyung isn’t really like Yoongi. His wolf isn’t understanding but very much threatening and I really don’t like his pushy over-bearing attitude.

He finished his drink, slamming the cup down on the table before finally leaving me alone to go and lie on the bed without another word.

It took a few more minutes to finally sigh in relief

…just this night…only a few more hours and I’ll be free…just a few more hours…

I didn’t realise when I had fallen asleep but woke up to see that the tent was dark and fear suddenly rose higher within me than when Taehyung was being scary up front. My eyes needed sometime to adjust before I turned towards the bed to see it empty.

So, he actually left I thought to myself and began planning now to flee in case the guards had also left. Heaving a sigh of relief I straightened up, only to shriek in return as my face bumped into something hard and really warm by my side.

A deep groan emerged in the dark and I realized the moron was right beside me!

I stood up with a start only to be pulled down as I felt a sharp tug on my wrist.

“God you just don’t learn, do you?” His voice was raspy, deeper and annoyed than usual as I was pulled back down on the settee.

“What are you doing here?!” I yelled trying to get up again only to be pulled back down.

“I figured you could try to run again but you see I’m smarter than you” “Well, I don’t appreciate it!” I stood up again and he pulled me back down again.

“Who asked for your appreciation anyway?!” “What is the meaning of this?! Do you keep your soldiers trapped in here like this just for fun?!” I was losing it now…I have followed enough of his demanding ass orders, no more!

“Do not raise your voice at me!" He growled angrily "and who says it’s for fun?” He spoke and I suddenly didn’t know what to say.

“Then why-” “Told you I’m keeping an eye on you in case your wounds get worse I can’t let you join the troops” he spoke in a straight voice, however the words sounded pretty made up for some reason.

“I’m being responsible as a Commander” “Sure” I’m glad it’s dark because yeah I totally rolled my eyes at him.

“It’s morning already” he spoke suddenly turning towards the curtains at the entrance of the tent, and I could see the faint light of the approaching dawn through the thin slit.

“Yeah” oh thank goodness! Finally, I can get out of here! That would be like a million times better than being trapped in here with this crazy alpha!

“This day will probably go down in history...things are definitely gonna get complicated I'd say” his voice was calmer and more composed now “if the King really cannot find the omega prince before Eulan’s envoy touches our shore, I’m afraid peace will not remain within our nations”. It took me some time to realize he was actually watching me with those searing eyes of his, even in the dark I could feel the way they bore into me and I shifted uneasily in my seat.

I don’t know why but it feels like he’s saying those to me…I guess it’s just my jitters speaking.

“There doesn’t have to be a war if we can just come to an understanding” I suggested not knowing why everyone was being so fixed on the idea that Noona will declare a war if I’m not mated to the King…why would she even do that when she told me not to let any alpha mark me?!

This is all so very confusing!

I’m sure she knew that I could take care of myself and is coming here for my rescue…she knew I’d be able to find my way out of that negotiation somehow. Now all I need to do is find her.

He stood up startling me out of my thoughts “I’ll send you the uniform and the armour…you can change here”

“I’d like to go back to my tent” I really don’t want him to barge in while I’m changing again, and I totally don’t trust him to believe that he wouldn’t do that a second time.

“Again…not a suggestion” he spoke before heading out of the tent.

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