TW: SA mentioned and Violence

Yoongi takes a deep breath in, smiling up at the familiar building. He will never get over how happy and confident this building makes him feel. Fans? Albums? Future world tour? The possibilities are endless.

He walks up to the entrance, Namjoon following him silently.

"Ready to start writing?" Namjoon asks as they finish going through security.

"You know it," Yoongi smirks as they enter the elevator and head upstairs. As soon as they approach Yoongi's studio, a voice calls out to them.

"YAH! MIN YOONGI!" Yoongi and Namjoon spin around to find a livid producer, Vanilla, storming towards them.

"Hey..." Namjoon frowns.

"What's going on?" Yoongi finishes.

"What's going on? Are you kidding me?" Vanilla grabs Yoongi's arm and drags him into Yoongi's studio. They haven't seen him this angry before, even after that one interview where Yoongi offended the interviewer.

"Have you seen the articles?" Vanilla seethes, glaring at Yoongi as Namjoon closes the office door.

"What articles?" Yoongi frowns as Vanilla pulls out his phone, shoving it into Yoongi's hands.

"Look at this!"

. . . . . 

SUGA DATING SCANDAL

Dispatch releases new information on rookie sensation, Suga, from the duo SUGA&RM, and his dating life. Insider information reveals Suga has been dating a girl for the past 3 months, his first love from High school... Click for more.

CHEATING ROOKIE? - ALLKPOP

Rookie duo SUGA&RM caught up in new dating rumours. But is this your usual dating scandal? A private informant has revealed that Suga has been dating someone's girlfriend... Click for more.

SUGA A CHEATER? BIG HIT SILENT – KOREABOO

As more and more proof of Suga's infidelity is revealed, BigHit has remained unusually silent, only releasing a small statement.

"We are communicating with our artists about the situation and doing our own investigation,"

SUGA AND SUMI?

The author of the beloved drama 'In the night sky' and books such as 'Goodbye' and 'To the Moon and Back' might be Suga's girlfriend. With the news surrounding their relationship and a possible third party, who is remaining anonymous, fans have started fighting over the couple. Click for more...

SUGA CHEATING SCANDAL COMMENTS

Fans have taken to social media to voice their distaste and love for the possible couple.

"Sumi? A real-life love triangle? Wow... no wonder her stories are realistic..."

"Ew, a rapper and a cringe author? Yeah right,"

"I doubt Sumi cheated on anyone... she is such a beautiful soul..."

"Guys, we should love and support their relationship no matter what! We love you SUGA!"

"Poor RM..."

Click for more...

. . . . . 

"Wow... is this all from last night?" Yoongi frowns.

"NO, it has been 2 days and you haven't been responding to any texts, calls or emails!" Vanilla snaps, "Are you dating Sumi? Is she really cheating on her boyfriend? What is going on Yoongi?"

No... Sumi...

"No..." Yoongi pulls out his phone, "I need to make a call,"

"Fine, whatever," Vanilla stands up, "I'll tell the boss that you're denying the allegations, alright?"

Yoongi nods, pulling up Sumi's number.

"Yeah, yeah, deny them... whatever," Yoongi murmurs, pressing call.

I need to know she's okay.

Vanilla exits the room, leaving Namjoon and Yoongi in a heavy silence as they wait for Sumi to answer.

"Yoongi?" Sumi answers, sounding stressed, "Listen, now isn't a good time..."

"I know, I just read the articles. Are you okay?" Yoongi rushes, pacing the room.

"Yeah, I'm fine..." She sighs, "Just sifting through all the... uh... death threats and stuff,"

"What?" Yoongi snaps, "Sumi, don't go on social media, okay? My manager will handle this,"

"My manager is handling it too," Sumi responds, "Yoongi... do you think Jungkook did this?"

Yoongi freezes, realisation hitting him like a truck. He sits beside Namjoon, his leg bouncing with anxiety.

"Probably..." He responds honestly, "Are you okay? Has he contacted you?"

"Not yet... but I suspect he will,"

"Don't go see him, Sumi," Yoongi says quickly, "We'll let the police deal with it and hopefully it'll blow over,"

"My manager is worried about my book sales... a recent drama offer has been withdrawn... I don't think I can wait until it blows over,"

"Don't worry, Sumi," Namjoon chimes in, "I have an idea,"

"Oh?"

"What idea?"

"Let's go talk to our manager," Namjoon says urgently, "I'll explain later, okay Sumi?"

"Okay... talk later then,"

Sumi hangs up. Immediately, Namjoon jumps up and rushes out of the room, Yoongi right behind him.

. . . . .

Oh no... oh no, no, no!

Sumi paces her office, the call from Yoongi just ended. First the kiss... and now this? Just as their friendship was becoming normal it gets all confusing again.

"Sumi?" Sumi looks up from her nervous pacing to see her manager entering her office.

"Hey, ma'am," Sumi bows, "I..."

"It's okay," her manager smiles, "We just need to deal with the rumours. Is it true?"

"No..." Sumi blushes, "He's my ex, an old friend,"

"Oh? So not all false?" Sumi's manager sits down in the chair in front of Sumi's desk, watching as she moves around her desk and sits down.

"Not completely," Sumi sighs, "I think my ex Jungkook went to the press,"

"Ex?" her manager frowns, "I didn't realise you guys broke up?"

"Yeah... it was toxic..." Sumi explains briefly what happened with Jungkook. Her manager sits there passively, nodding occasionally.

"I see," She sighs, "So, let's release a statement explaining that it isn't true, he's an old friend from school, and express that you are currently single?"

Sumi nods solemnly.

"Sounds good," She gasps, "Wait! Could you communicate with BigHit to ensure our statements are the same?"

"Yeah, that's a good idea," Sumi's manager stands up and heads towards the door, "Don't worry, we'll silence the rumours, okay?"

Sumi nods again as her manager leaves the room, leaving her alone with her thoughts.

Just when it was going well... just when she stopped worrying about Jungkook... all this has to happen. 

It can't get any worse than this.

No, not this time. This time I am taking control. I won't let him hurt me anymore.

Sumi pulls out her phone and begins texting Jungkook.

SUMI: What is wrong with you? Why are you doing this?

After a few minutes, he responds.

KOOK: I'm sorry, Sumi... I didn't realise everyone would attack you... I thought they would attack Yoongi because he's the idol.

SUMI: Are you stupid? You claim I cheated on you and then claim to be surprised people hate me? Are you out of your mind?

KOOK: Listen... I really didn't want to hurt you, you know that, right?

SUMI: You hurt me Jungkook, a lot. I don't even know you anymore.

KOOK: Wait, please meet me!

Sumi stares down at the message, seething with anger. What is he playing at? Is he just trying to manipulate her again?

SUMI: Why would I meet with you?

KOOK: Please... I'm planning to move to Busan... I just want to say goodbye in person. We can meet in public, wherever you want. I just want to apologise in person. Please...

SUMI: Never... I'm blocking you.

Sumi quickly blocks his number before roughly putting her phone back down.

That was a stupid idea...

. . . . . 

"Are you heading home?" Yoongi murmurs, sounding out of breath.

"Yeah, why?" Sumi responds through the car's phone system. Yoongi called as soon as she got into her car, checking up on her.

"I'll meet you there, okay?"

"W-What?" Sumi stutters, "Why?"

"I don't trust him," Yoongi explains, "I'll bring Namjoon with me... if that makes you feel better?"

"Oh..." Sumi blushes, glad he can't see her right now, "Okay, sounds good,"

"We'll stay until Jennie can come. She doesn't finish for a while,"

"Alright," Sumi sighs, "Thank you Yoongi, and I'm sorry,"

"Don't apologise for his behaviour," Yoongi replies quickly, "See you soon,"

"Okay," Sumi replies, hanging up the call.

No rest for the wicked, huh? Sumi chuckles to herself, the absurdness of the situation overwhelming her.

Sumi pulls into the underground parking of her apartment complex, feeling apprehensive. She climbs out of her car and heads upstairs. He won't be there, she knows that. He can't get in after she changed her passcode for the main door and all the locks on her front door. He wasn't waiting out the front, so it's fine. Surely it's fine.

She pulls out her keys, unlocking her front door. She swings it open, checking her phone. Namjoon and Yoongi are 20 minutes away from her apartment, and her office is 10 minutes away. 5 minutes for her to get upstairs... so they will only be another 5 minutes, maybe less.

"Sumi..."

Sumi screams, dropping her bag and keys as the door closes behind her. Sitting at her kitchen bench, completely calm and collected, is Jungkook.

"What...? H-How?" She mutters, stepping out of the entryway, "Why are you here?"

Sumi tries to compose herself as Jungkook continues watching her, smirking darkly.

"I told the front desk that I lost my keys and she let me in," he shrugs, "She knows I live here, so,"

Fuck...

Sumi never considered that the front desk, who she gave her new keys to, would let him in.

Why don't they have stalking and DV safety policies in place? Sumi frowns, Wait, did I tell the front desk about the situation?

Sumi breathes shakily. There is nothing she can do about it now. All she can do is wait and hope Yoongi and Namjoon hurry.

"Why are you here?" Sumi repeats, moving slowly into the kitchen so the kitchen island is between them.

"I said I wanted to talk," Jungkook looks at her innocently, "And you blocked me, so I couldn't tell you I'm here,"

"I said..." Sumi glares at Jungkook, losing patience, "Why. Are. You. Here?"

"We have a lot to talk about, Sumi," Jungkook murmurs, a flash of irritation crossing his expression, "Where do you want to start? Leaving me? The arrest? Lying to me? Abandoning our relationship?"

Sumi gulps. She knows where this is going. Like every single argument they have ever had. He will try to convince her that it is all her fault, gaslight her, and then shower her with affection. But she sees right through him now.

"I don't want to talk, Jungkook," Sumi says firmly, "You need to leave. It's over,"

Jungkook slams his hands on the bench. Sumi tries not to flinch, but her eyes react automatically.

"It's not over, Sumi," Jungkook growls, "Every relationship has its problems... I'm willing to forgive you..."

"Forgive me?" Sumi chuckles, "Have you ever heard of the term accountability? Denial? No? What about cognitive dissonance?"

Jungkook slides off his chair, standing up tensely. He slowly moves around the counter. Sumi moves away, trying to keep the distance between them. Jungkook moves closer, closing the gap between them easily. He towers over her, his expression stern as he pushes her into the bench.

Sumi wants to stay firm and strong. She wants to show him that he doesn't scare her anymore. But, instinctively, psychologically, she cowers. He raises his hand, lifting her chin so she is forced to look at him. She tries to pull away, but he holds her in place, his jaw clenched. He holds the bench behind her with his other hand, leaning in closer.

"You're mine... got it?" He mutters darkly, anger inflected on every syllable of his statement.

"Sumi?"

Jungkook sighs deeply, turning to see Yoongi and Namjoon standing in the entryway.

"JEON JUNGKOOK!" Yoongi bellows, storming forward. Before Jungkook can react, other than turning to face the two men, Yoongi grabs him by the shirt and shoves him away.

"Are you okay?" Namjoon asks, quickly grabbing Sumi's hand and pulling her out of the kitchen. She nods, looking down at the ground tensely.

"Why are you here, huh?" Yoongi growls, pushing Jungkook into the cupboard roughly.

"What are you doing here?" Jungkook mumbles, glaring at Yoongi, "So the rumours are true, huh?"

"You son of a-" Yoongi pulls his arm back and punches Jungkook in the jaw, hard. Jungkook's face whips to the side, hitting the cupboard behind him. He smirks, bringing a hand to his face. He looks back at Yoongi, amused.

"You're easy to tease huh?" Jungkook chuckles, still talking in that low, dark voice.

"I'll kill you, Jungkook," Yoongi lunges forward, grabbing Jungkook by the collar, "Give me one good reason why I should let you walk out that door?"

Sumi watches on, petrified. Namjoon is on his phone, calling someone.

Jungkook chuckles, looking down at his shirt bunched up in Yoongi's hands before looking back at him.

"You won't win this fight," Jungkook turns his eyes to Sumi, still smirking, "But I guess you would be pretty upset knowing I had her first, huh?"

Yoongi frowns and pulls Jungkook towards him before slamming him back into the cupboard.

"What the fuck is that supposed-" Before Yoongi can finish, the realisation dawns on him.

Jungkook chuckles darkly.

"Catching up, are we?" Jungkook smirks, relishing in the effect he is having on Yoongi, "You know... she's not so shy in the bedroom – that one specifically..."

"Liar..." Yoongi responds. Jungkook chuckles, leaning closer to Yoongi's ear.

"Not that she wanted to the first time we did it..." He whispers.

Yoongi starts shaking, his anger becoming too much to handle.

"I'll kill you..." Yoongi growls, "I'LL FUCKING KILL YOU!"

...Snap...

Yoongi sees red. Everything else is a blur as he begins blindly pummelling Jungkook. Kick, punch, knee, punch. Yoongi loses himself in the heat of the moment. All he can think and see is Jungkook dragging her to their bed, and Sumi begging him to stop. He screams.

The mirth in Jungkook's eyes begins to fade as he realises Yoongi isn't stopping. He tries to fight back, landing a few punches here and there. But nothing is stopping him. All Jungkook can see is blood.

"YOONGI! STOP!" Namjoon steps forward, tugging roughly on Yoongi's shoulder, trying to drag him away. Yoongi ignores him, his eyes on Jungkook as he shoves Namjoon back.

Namjoon steps forward again, wrapping his arms around Yoongi's waist and picking him up. He begins flailing around wildly, trying to claw his way back to Jungkook.

"I'LL KILL HIM! FUCK OFF! LET ME GO!" Yoongi screams and screams, trying to break out of Namjoon's grip. His vision narrows and he watches Jungkook slide down the cupboard.

Yoongi sees shapes rush past him, kneeling before the crumpled form that is Jungkook. He doesn't care. He'll kill him.

"Yoongi, stop!" Another voice comes forward, helping Namjoon drag him away. He recognises it as Hoseok's voice.

They drag him into the lounge room, putting him down. He immediately tries to head back, even though his energy is starting to fade. Hoseok pushes him back. Yoongi looks at him, his cheeks hot from the tears running down them. Hoseok points at him, his eyes shaking with fear.

"Yoongi you need to stop," He says firmly.

"But he... HE! HE HURT HER!"

"We know about her hip, it's okay Yoongi. The police will take it from here," Hoseok explains.

"No, you don't understand!"

"Yoongi don't make me restrain you," Hoseok warns.

"Fuck you!" Yoongi screams, moving to push Hoseok out of the way. Before Yoongi can even think, Hoseok has him down on the ground, his arms behind his back and his face on Sumi's floor. The cold tiles press against his cheeks.

I'm tired... so tired...

Sumi... 

(A/N) See ya Monday 🫰🫰🫰