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-AN UNDEAD CREATURE-

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- FLASHBACK -

Jungkook sits on the ground alongside Namjoon, a perplexed expression on his face. His confusion is evident as he questions the circumstances surrounding his transformation into a vampire.

"How do you know the attack was on purpose?" he asks, his voice laden with curiosity.

Namjoon immediately calls for Jin, who walks in holding a map and settles down on the floor to explain. He starts by acknowledging the difficult truth Jungkook faces: "See, you have been turned into an undead creature. A vampire. I know it's hard to accept it, but it's the truth."

Jungkook frowns, struggling to grasp the gravity of his situation. "But why me?" he wonders aloud.

"We don't know that," Jin replies, his gaze focused on the map in his hand. He proceeds to shed light on the mechanics of how humans are turned into vampires through a specific bite, mentioning the magic that exists in a vampire's blood and fangs. "The maid didn't just bite you for blood . . . She turned you on purpose."

Jungkook's frown deepens, and he starts to absorb the gravity of the revelation.

Jin continues, explaining that there's an enemy among them, an adversary that remains hidden. "The maid wouldn't have been in her right mind or there would be a different reason like she would have been compelled by someone to do that."

Jungkook listens attentively, his mind processing the information.

Finally, Jin presents Jungkook with two choices, giving him the autonomy to decide his fate. "It's your life. Your decision. We will accept it. What will you do? Let your enemies roam in this world like they didn't do anything wrong and die, or live and find them even if it takes centuries."

Jungkook responds, his voice tinged with a mixture of fear and determination, "I don't want to die. I have worked hard just to live."

Jin and Namjoon both smile, seeing the spark of resilience in the young vampire. They offer him the opportunity to join their group, assuring him that they'll support his quest to find his enemy.

"If you be with us, we promise you. We will do our best to help you find your enemy since you'll become like a brother to us," Namjoon says warmly.

After contemplating his choices, Jungkook agrees, muttering a reluctant "Fine."

Jin's excitement is palpable as he exclaims, "We got a new member!" He tosses the map aside and adds, "Now you're of no use."

Namjoon, however, mentions hunting for blood, momentarily startling Jungkook with the thought of killing. Jin quickly intervenes, scolding Namjoon for sharing such information and making Jungkook look even more apprehensive.

As Namjoon departs to procure blood, Jin turns to Jungkook with a teasing tone. "Oh my. How to take care of a kid?"

"I am not a kid!" Jungkook protests, standing up to assert himself.

Namjoon returns and suggests they go hunting, his smirk aimed at Jungkook. "I'll teach you."

Jungkook, determined to adapt to his new life, hesitates for a moment but then follows them out, ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.

- END OF FLASHBACK -

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Jimin breathes in and then wipes his lips with the back of his hand looking at it. Blood . . .

It was so satisfying. So peace providing. He loved this feeling. He loved the feeling of drinking human blood. Why would he even live without it? Why should he even believe in not drinking it?

The body in front of him falls limply to the ground.

"Jimin?" A familiar voice calls his name.

Taehyung stands there with wide eyes and surprise written on his face while seeing the body in front of him.

"T-Taehyung . . ." A tear falls down Jimin's cheek and a whimper escapes his mouth as he falls to the ground.

Jimin's heart races as he watches Taehyung take control of the situation, covering the mobile phone and ensuring their actions leave no trace. He's both relieved and horrified by what he's just done.

"W—What are you doing?" Jimin stammers, tears welling up in his eyes and cheeks as he follows Taehyung's every move.

Taehyung stands up and faces Jimin, his expression a mix of determination and concern. "Let's take care of this, Chim," he says, addressing Jimin with a tenderness that cuts through the chaos of the moment.

Jimin hesitates for a moment, still trembling with the shock of what he's done. However, he understands that he needs to follow Taehyung's lead. Without further protest, he stands up, ready to assist Taehyung in dealing with the aftermath of their actions, their secret shared between them.

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Jimin's footsteps are heavy with the weight of his guilt and grief as he walks towards the house, his heart burdened by the consequences of his actions.

"We'll take Jungkook's help," Taehyung repeats, his voice softer now but resolute.

"What? No—" Jimin was cut off when Taehyung harshly grabs his arm.

"YOU JUST KILLED A PERSON, JIMIN. DON'T GIVE ME THOSE DAMN REASONS OF HIM KILLING YOUR SISTER! YOU AND I BOTH KNOW IT WASN'T HIS FAULT!" Taehyung yells in seething anger as he lets Jimin's hand go free and walks away.

He knew. Jimin knew it wasn't his fault. Jimin felt guilty for his sister. That his sister was killed in front of his eyes, and he couldn't do anything. He wanted someone to blame. A person that was there and he could blame all his guilt on. He wasn't a good brother to her. His sister was now dead because of him.

A tear falls down Jimin's eye as he immediately wipes it away with the hem of his sleeve. He missed his sister. His mother, and even his father. He missed the family that he lost. His parents would've been hating him for what happened to their daughter. What kind of brother was he? A brother that let his sister die in front of his eyes. He couldn't live with that truth. Even if he tried, it wasn't working. He had held that pain in his heart all these years and hid it from everyone. He wished at least his sister could be here. But he knew it wasn't possible. She was dead and he was now caught up in living as a monster.

He wipes all his tears with the hem of his sleeve, which he didn't even realize escaped his eyes. He takes slow steps to the house that was near him. Taehyung had already gone inside.

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"Oh." Jungkook softly smiles upon hearing "forest." The forest held a special place in his heart because it was where he first sensed your presence. Jungkook immediately shakes his head, reminding himself that you couldn't be his Y/N. She was gone, and he shouldn't indulge in delusions.

He looks up from the ground and smiles at Baekhyun as he stands up. "I'll go now. The hyungs will get worried if I'm not home so late at night."

Baekhyun nods in acknowledgment, his expression somewhat melancholic.

"Just go and charm her!" Jungkook playfully gives Baekhyun a thumbs-up, encouraging him. Little did he know that he'd come to regret those words later.

Baekhyun chuckles and smiles at Jungkook. "You seem down too. I hope you find a solution to your problem."

"Okay! Bye! Don't pick a fight with a vampire while I'm gone!" Jungkook jokes before walking away.

"You too!" Baekhyun calls after him.

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Jungkook enters the house, temporarily forgetting about his curse. He spots Taehyung sitting on the couch near the fireplace, lost in thought.

"What happened?" Jungkook inquires, his brows knitting together as he approaches Taehyung with a smile.

Taehyung turns to him, rising from the couch while nervously rubbing his palms on his thighs.

"Jimin is addicted to human blood," Taehyung discloses, his gaze locked onto Jungkook.

"What?" Jungkook asks, initially thinking Taehyung might be joking.

Taehyung slowly moves closer to Jungkook, wrapping his arms around him as tears well up in his eyes.

"I don't know what to do, so I'm asking for your help. Why are both of you destroying yourselves like this? I care about both of you too. I understand you've lost many people in your lives, but Jungkook, how can I tell the hyungs about the monster Jimin has become?" Taehyung's voice cracks with emotion as he continues, "You've been through it all, too."

Jungkook gently pushes Taehyung away, cutting him off. "It's up to Jimin hyung. I can't help him until he decides to change, until he decides to give up the human blood he's addicted to. It's like a drug, Taehyung." Taehyung collapses to the ground, overcome with sorrow.

"It hurts to see both of my best friends living like this for years," Taehyung cries while hugging his knees, and Jungkook watches him with trembling hands.

"I'm... I'm sorry," Jungkook mumbles, finally realizing the extent of the damage he's inflicted on not just himself but his friends who are like family to him.

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Jin stands gracefully upon the rough bark of a tall tree, poised for the hunt. His eyes scan the dense forest, seeking out any sign of movement. It's crucial to catch at least one deer to sate their vampire friends' hunger.

Spotting a deer darting through the woods, Jin leaps from the tree, his vampire agility allowing him to close the gap rapidly. As he nears the prey, he expertly maneuvers to push it off balance, sending it tumbling to the forest floor. The deer falls with a thud, and Jin seizes the opportunity, swiftly gripping its neck and sinking his fangs into it, drinking the life-giving blood.

The deer's struggle is futile, and soon it lies lifeless in Jin's grasp. He smiles in triumphant satisfaction, knowing he can now provide sustenance for Taehyung, Jungkook, and Jimin, who are currently away and unable to hunt. They must be growing desperately thirsty.

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Yoongi enters a dimly lit house, his gaze flickering around the unfamiliar surroundings. He spots a woman walking toward another room, her presence drawing his attention.

"Yoongi?" Celestia's voice calls out from somewhere within the house, but Yoongi remains on edge, his eyes darting around.

"Babe, I'm scared," he whispers softly, his voice laced with apprehension.

"What if they discover that I'm not the creature they believed me to be?"

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Namjoon approaches the house, holding two rabbits he managed to catch. He sighs, disappointed that he couldn't find a larger animal to bring back for their friends. Shaking his head in resignation, he continues toward the entrance.

However, just as he's about to step inside, he overhears something that makes him freeze in his tracks.

"Jimin is addicted to human blood."

A/N: Found a new way to turn a human into a vampire. More thrill, more secrets, more romance, that'll be there. Oh yeah, and Blaise's full name is Blaise Morrigan.

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