Y/n pov

Upon uncovering the truth, my heart ached with pain. I had placed my trust in him above all, so how could he betray  like this? I despise being deceived, especially when the person I hold dear conceals secrets about my parents' death.

For so long, I believed they died in the war. Today, I discovered it was because of Taehyung. How could he hide this from me? He should have told me the truth.

I sobbed uncontrollably, hiding my face between my knees. It was all too much to bear; my eyes stung from relentless tears.

A knock echoed on the door, but I lacked the energy to open it. I remained seated, resembling a statue. My hair was tangled, and my face displayed the aftermath of nonstop crying.

The door creaked open, and I slowly raised my head to find Soyoung standing there, her expression filled with concern.

She walked toward me and enveloped me in a warm hug. That's exactly what I needed this time. I hugged her tightly, letting my tears flow freely. She softly caressed my back in a comforting manner.

"D-Do you know too?" She tightened the hug, not willing to let me go.

"I'm sorry, y/n. I'm so sorry," she whispered, patting my back, but my tears didn't cease.

Everyone lied to me. Why, God, why?  don't I deserve to know about my parents' death. Over these years, I've missed them so much.

"Please don't cry, y/nah. Please," she pleaded, still holding me in her embrace. After some time, I calmed down and pulled away from the hug. I looked down, taking a deep breath.

"Why - why is everyone hiding this from me?" She sighed, took my hand, and helped me stand up. She guided me towards the bed and  sit there. Handing me a glass of water, I took a few sips and calmed down. She sighed and sat beside me.

"Firstly, sorry for not telling you the truth. But do you know that your parents love Taehyung so much? They take care of him like their own child. That's why they have told your halmoni not to tell anyone about the truth before they took their last breath." Y/n listened, a furrowed expression on her face. What's that? Did my parents know about Taehyung?

"You should talk this with  Taehyung before thinking something regretful," she smiled and patted my shoulder.

"Maybe, he has a story to tell on his side too. Listen to him too,Before jumping into a consequence  hmm." But I cried  badly.

Why does everyone lie to me? I'm their daughter, so I have the full right to know the truth about my parents' death. The people I love with my whole heart lied to me. How could  they? I don't want to talk to anyone. It hurts so badly.

"He's also suffered like you in childhood, Y/nah. He's also gone through a lot of things. I don't want to say. You know it better than me. You can't just blame him. He loves you so much, Y/nah. Please, first listen to his side of the story too," Soyoung said, wiping my tears. I took a deep breath and nodded.

"He doesn't know they are your parents until jungkook says.He loves you so much y/nah. I can see it in his eyes. No one can love you the way he loves you.Don't lose him because of the past, you will regret it in the future. I know how much you two love each other. Don't lose him y/n. Don't lose him." She cupped my cheeks and said .I lowered  my head down and listened carefully to her every word.

Yeah, she's right. We love each other madly. So, this is not the best way to solve the problem. I have to talk to him, but I can't face him after realizing what I said to him. Surely, he felt hurt by my words. My eyes widened. Where's Taehyung? Oh my god, is he okay? I immediately stood up, making Soyoung look at me with curious eyes.

"What happened, Y/n?"

"Where's Taehyung? Wh-where did he go?" I asked in my trembling voice. Soyoung sighed and spoke.

"He went out, but I don't know where he went." My eyes widened. Where did he go? Tears rolled down my cheeks. Now I regret so badly. Shit what did I do ? .I gulped and ran to find him. Soyoung also came after me. I opened the door and began to run.

"Y/nah, it's night now. Don't go out," Soyoung shouted, but I didn't care right now. I only wanted to know if Taehyung was fine or not. If Jungkook were at home, he wouldn't let me go. I breathed heavily and ran with my heavy heart. I didn't know where he was now, but I had to find him at any cost.

Author pov

Jin strolled down the hallway after spending time in Taehyung's chamber, his thoughts consumed by the longing for Taehyung's company. Jimin had informed him that he found Taehyung and Y/N through his spy, and the relief washed over Jin knowing they were safe and living happily.

However, his serene moment shattered when he stumbled upon Princess Hana making out with a random guard. They were devouring each other as if there were no tomorrow, a sight that disgusted Jin. He scoffed and glared at the amorous pair, but they remained oblivious to Prince Jin's presence, lost in their own world.

Jin felt happy that Taehyung had run away with Y/N and not married that Hana. Suddenly, the guard noticed Prince Jin and immediately left in fear. Princess Hana also stood there, breathing heavily, her appearance messy from the make-out session. Jin walked towards her with heavy steps. Princess Hana looked at him and smirked.

"Do you know what? I'm glad Taehyung ran away with Y/N. Or else, he'd have to marry a slut like you." His voice clearly conveyed his anger towards her. Princess Hana rolled her eyes.

"Huh, do you think I'll let them live happily after what he did to me?" She seethed, mentally plotting Y/N's death. Jin knew her true colors all too well. He wanted to disclose the truth about the king, but he was aware of the lack of trust.

"Huh, do you think Taehyung would love a woman like you, who's been with random people? How disgusting you are. Taehyung already knows what kind of slut you are," he said, glaring at her. She scoffed in response.

"But you know, your dad wants this marriage to happen. As soon as he finds Taehyung, he'll surely arrange our marriage."

"Who would love a whore like you? If Dad knows about this, I don't know what consequences you'll have to face," Jin smirked.

"Ahhh... How could  you say that to me?" She shouted, gritting her teeth.

"By mouth," Jin said sarcastically , leaving from there rolling his eyes.

"Uhh,.. you bastard ." She ran her hands through her hair in frustration.

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Taehyung walked, not knowing where he was headed. His mind lingered elsewhere, his face flushed from crying so much. Yet, no tears remained to fall. His heart ached intensely, as if it could burst at any moment.

Each of her words pierced through his heart and mind, rendering he as a lifeless body. She didn't have to judge his love; He love her unconditionally. How could she? These things bring his heart pain again and again.

He didn't know where he was going. He slowly lifted his head to see where he's and realized he had come to that village garden again. He took a deep breath and looked around with his glistening eyes. He remembered how she comforted him when he cried after telling his half-truths. He loved being in her arms; it was his safe place and it's felt so peaceful to him.

He leaned his body against a nearby tree and sat there. He rested his head and cried silently. Does she really want to end this relationship? He's really scared to face that. But one thing he knows, he can't lose his love.

He closed his eyes, and his mind recalled what happened a few hours ago. It completely broke his soul.

"Is this called love, Taehyung."

" HOW MUCH CRUEL YOU'RE TAEHYUNG."

"I didn't expect this, Taehyung. You broke my trust"

" How can I love someone who has broken my trust"

"AHH....STOP."He shot open his eyes and screamed in pain as his mind recalled her hurtful words. The agony intensified when she uttered those words, tears continuously flowing down, wetting his cheeks. He clenched his hair tightly in frustration; he was totally messed up, broken. The only one who could mend his broken state was Y/N; he yearned for her, and no one else.

"I-I'm sorry. Please come to me, Y/n. Don't separate me from you. It's so fucking hurt,"He placed his hand on his chest that beating painfully and mumbled through tears.

"Please come back to me, love. Please," he closed his eyes breathing heavily , feeling weak. This wasn't the Taehyung we knew; today, he felt utterly vulnerable after hearing his love's words. Uncertain about what she might be doing, he closed his eyes, attempting to calm his tortured soul.

After his mother's death, he didn't receive real love and warmth. However, after meeting Y/N, he became deeply attached to her, almost obsessed. How she loves him, how she takes care of him, how she comforts him when he is upset, how she touches him lovely. He has never experienced everything she does for him. He wants more from her.With each passing day, he finds himself falling deeper and harder in love with her. Now, he can't bear the thought of being without her. No matter what, he only wants to be with her.

In reality, both lovers' souls were wounded.

Suddenly, he heard the voice he had craved for so long. He shot open his eyes and looked at her with his blood shot eyes. There she was standing , with her teary eyes and she's breathed heavily. Her doe-like teary eyes met with his emotionless gaze~

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