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With heavy steps, Hoseok reached his pack leader's office doors. The thick mahogany loomed hauntingly over him as he stared up at the tall doors. He already knew what to expect behind them, his pack leader would not be happy but what else can he do? Turn back around and leave his "mate" in the woods? A bit too late for that. Anyone with common sense would know that Taehyung is already aware exactly who is hesitating behind his doors.

Hoseok turned to look at Celeste one last time, feeling a myriad of emotions flood his entire being before taking a deep breath and knocking on the door. He heard a deep "enter" sound from within, the gravely voice making his hand shake a bit as he slowly opened the door. Just as he'd thought, Taehyung was waiting for him, chin resting on his folded arms as he leaned forward onto his cherry wood desk. The dark haired male's sharp eyes were not focused on Hoseok, but the tan skinned beauty beside him.

"Explain."

A simple command that had Hoseok's fingers trembling. Truthfully, he knew that Taehyung would never harm him, though unfortunately, the same did not go for the woman beside him. So with a quickly beating heart, he began to thoroughly explain the situation from the beginning of the ambush to finding his mate. Taehyung's face and posture did not change the entire time, just quietly listening.

Hoseok could feel just how nervous Celeste was as she stood next to him, curvy form shaking every so often. She released little pants of air, almost as if she was struggling to breath under Taehyung's intimidating eyes. His fingers itched to hold her, give her any sort of reassurance of the situation but he couldn't afford to act in such a way right now.

"So you chose to save this woman, a woman affiliated with the rogues that attacked us earlier, because she's your mate?" Taehyung spoke slowly, head finally rising from his arms, eyes still focused on the woman before him. "Do you know what this means?" He asked, his sharp eyes now resting on Hoseok.

Hoseok's eyes widened for a moment before furrowing again. "I... I do. I'll take all the responsibility. I'll do whatever you need me to, Alpha. I just couldn't leave her there."

Taehyung released a small chuckle from his throat, slowly rising from his seat. He took precise steps, moving towards his destination. Hoseok could feel his pulse racing as he watched Taehyung move across the room, finally stopping in front of his mate. The beta knew, if he made any moves against Taehyung right now for her, it would end terribly for both of them.

Taehyung stood tall in front of the woman, her smaller stature barely reaching his shoulder. He raised his head, looking down at the woman as if she were a cockroach he was ready to stomp into the ground.

The atmosphere seemed to slow down, a heavy feeling overtaking everyone in the room. Celeste was having a hard time breathing, the alpha of the Purple Spirit pack was standing so close to her that should could feel his overwhelming phermones overpowering her spirit. He was looking down at her like she was nothing, striking a fear she's never quite felt before.  She felt as if his eyes were everywhere, in every corner of the room and all were focused on her.

"State your purpose." Taehyung growled out, red eyes looking through Celeste and into her soul.

"The rogues took me in because I was pretty. They let me stay if I'd cook their meals and charm innocent people so we could rob them. Tonight I was supposed to be the scapegoat for robbing your pack but my mate caught us. I've been waiting for a way to escape for months." Celeste coughed and held her throat, doubling over with wide fearful eyes as the words had spilled out of her mouth before she'd even realized.

Before he knew it, Hoseok's body reacted. He ran to her, pulling her into his arms and caressing her back, whispering into her ear that everything is okay. Taehyung watched the sight before him, rolling his eyes before moving back to his seat.

"Hoseok. I hope you realize, that anything that happens within this pack because of this woman will be your fault. We can't choose who our mates are and I understand that, but you must remember to be careful and vigilant against your enemy. Do not be blinded by a mate bond."

Hoseok gulped, lifting his eyes to Taehyung's. He was shocked to see his pack leader's eyes holding sadness, the sadness of a friend for another friend's situation. He offered the leader a reassuring smile and a nod.

"This woman is now your responsibility. I expect you to bring her in tomorrow for questioning with Yoongi but for now, you're free to go calm your mate down." Taehyung said, eyes finally softening into their usual blank state. Hoseok gave him a firm nod, picking up his still frozen mate and speed walking with her to his courters. As soon as they both calmed down, they had a lot to discuss.

As soon as the door shut, Taehyung collapsed back into his chair. Hoseok was the last person that deserved this. He deserved infinite happy days with the person he loves as his chosen mate, not such an uncertain and difficult future. Taehyung released a heavy sigh, covering his eyes with his arm.

Whatever happens in the future, he'll be right there to pick up any pieces of his dear friend that may be left behind.

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Can I just say, I wanna have Satoru Gojo's babies. K bye 👋🏽