A week had passed since then. Mr Park and Taehyung had sealed the deal between themselves with documents and formalities. Taehyung acquired almost the same shares as Mr Park making him one of the biggest stake holders. Before long, Mr Park organized a party to welcome Taehyung into the company. Every respectable men and women in the society were invited to the mansion where the occassion took place.

Taehyung was present with his brother Jin, Hoseok and Namjoon. Some of his men accompanied them as well to take a look at the splendor of the rich. Upon seeing the appearance of these brutish looking men, the rich and sophisticated guests looked down their noses at them. Mr Park noticed the tensed atmosphere and talked privately with Taehyung especially after recognising Namjoon as one of his victims. He was extremely uncomfortable.

"I don't wish to ruin the mood but those men that came with you. Who are they?"

Taehyung smirked "They are my brothers. Do you have any problem with that?"

"Of course not. It's just...."

"Mr Park, I respect you but I hope we won't have problems regarding the people I have in my life"

Mr Park shook his head, completely overwhelmed. "Of course not...we won't"

Taehyung nodded his head smiling connivingly. "Then that settles it" Mr Park wasn't happy at being slighted but as though he remembered something, he suddenly brightened.

"Speaking of people in your life, have you spoken to Jimin about your interest in him?"

Taehyung immediately turned red. He hadn't expected Mr Park to be this forward. He shifted uneasily.

"Well...we haven't had time to discuss..."

"Nonsense! Maybe you both need a push to the right direction" Mr Park exclaimed

Taehyung suddenly felt hot. He cleared his throat. "You don't need to..."

But Mr Park had already ordered one of the servants to call Jimin. Meanwhile, back at the party, Jungkook kept downing alcohol one after the other, his eyes latched onto Jimin. Yoongi who was beside him watched him with disgust. He sighed and snatched away the drink his husband was about to gulp. Jungkook growled.

"Give me back my drink!"

"What's wrong with you? This is a social event. Stop disgracing your self"

His face was twisted and Jungkook laughed.

"Disgracing myself? Fine let it be! I don't care. I'm just so frustrated... really frustrated"

Jungkook watched as Jimin chatted with Namjoon on the side. A servant suddenly came up to him. He excused himself and walked away with the servant. Jungkook scoffed eyeing his brother as he walked away.

"He's better than me? What's so great about being that good?"

Yoongi heard his slurred words and turned to him.

"What on earth are you talking about?

Jungkook ignored him as he grabbed another drink and downed it.

Jimin entered the room where his father and Taehyung were waiting. Judging from the expression on their faces, he could already tell what was about to happen.

Mr Park's smile was very wide. He grabbed Jimin by the hand and pulled him closer to Taehyung.

"He's here! He's here" He said.

Jimin looked at Taehyung but the latter wasn't looking at him. He then turned away, sighing inwardly. Mr Park continued smiling.

"Jimin, Mr Kim here has expressed interest in courting you"

Jimin's eyes widened as he gazed slightly at Taehyung. "Really?"

Taehyung coughed nervously as Mr Park continued.

"Jimin, why don't you both date and see what comes out of your relationship. Mr Kim seems like a good person who will treat you very well. There's no need to be hesitant"

Jimin felt bad for his father. He had no idea the kind of person Taehyung really was. He was extremely clueless to the danger he was putting himself in but eventually, Jimin knew he had to give in or his family would perish in the hand of this savage so he swallowed hard.

"I agree father. If that is what you want, then I'll abide by your decision"

He turned to Taehyung who seemed a bit caught off guard by his behavior. Jimin offered him a gentle smile.

"If you are truly sincere, then I have no objections to dating you"

Taehyung blinked rapidly as he stared at Jimin. Mr Park seemed extremely elated. He burst into laughter.

"Great! This is great!" He turned to Taehyung and hugged him. "Future son in law"

Jimin and Taehyung shared an astonished expression but the older man didn't notice them at all.

"Why don't we make an announcement regarding your relationship"

Taehyung scoffed in disbelief. Jimin was startled "Mr Park... Aren't we rushing things? we haven't even started to date"

"But you will eventually. What's wrong in letting people know the state of your relationship"

Jimin ducked his head. He was utterly and completely embarrassed over his father's eagerness. He obviously wanted to latch onto Taehyung like a parasite without letting go until he had sucked everything out of him. This was uncomfortable. He couldn't even look at Taehyung who was busy smirking at the corner enjoying seeing his father embarrass himself like this.

Jimin had no choice but to watch as his father led them out of the room back to the spacious hall were the party was still going on.

When they stood in front of  the small crowd, Mr Park raised a glass in the air and hit it with a spoon to gather everyone's attention. The guests all turned to look at them and Jimin wanted to bury himself inside the ground when he spotted Yoongi looking towards their direction.

Mr Park began. "Ladies and gentlemen. Join me and celebrate. Mr Kim has expressed his interest in courting my eldest son, Park Jimin. I hope that this relationship will progress to a happy union between both our families! Cheers!"

"Cheers!" The guests chorused and everyone began to sorround the 'new couple'

'Happy Union? Bull shit!" Jungkook cursed bitterly before storming off. Yoongi didn't hear him. He was only concerned about the burning pain in his chest upon hearing this recent announcement. He didn't know why but he didn't feel good about it.

Jimin and Taehyung were standing awkwardly in the middle of a group of people when Yoongi walked up to them wearing a smile.

"Congratulations! So you both are dating now?" He said trying to sound happy for them.

Jimin felt cold sweat all over his body. "Well...um..."

Taehyung suddenly grabbed Jimin's waist and drew him closer to his body causing the latter's breath to hitch.

"Yes... thank you so much for the congratulations. We might actually become brother in laws sooner than you think"

Yoongi raised his eyes. He could sense a little bit of hostility coming from the other. He nodded his head.

"Yeah...that might actually happen. Congratulations to you both. I hope we hear good news soon"

Jimin smiled uneasily. Yoongi nodded his head and walked away, searching for Jungkook. As soon as he noticed no one was looking, Jimin snatched Taehyung's hand away from his waist.

"What are you doing?"

Taehyung grinned. "Protecting what's mine"

Jimin scoffed. "What?"

"My dear saint Jimin. In case you haven't noticed already, you are mine now. Your father has practically given you to me which means that as your new man, it's my responsibility to ward off potential rivals"

He was smiling while saying this making Jimin to conclude he was having fun with him.

"You're really enjoying this aren't you?"

"You have no idea"

Jimin groaned. "This is so embarrassing"

"Don't be embarrassed my dear. Just accept your fate and give in. I'm doing the same as well"

"I don't know why but I feel we are tied together. Besides, it's a win win situation. For two people like us who have been jilted by love, it wouldn't hurt if we give things a try"

Jimin said nothing. He turned his face away, unwilling to talk with Taehyung. The latter laughed and continued.

"You don't even want to try and make me fall for you? I might change my mind and let things be. I might even stop coming after your family..."

Jimin frowned. "Are you playing with me? Is this fun for you"

Taehyung came closer so his lips swept past his cheeks.

"What do you think?" He whispered.

Jimin shuddered. He felt a surge of electricity pass through his entire body. He shifted from Taehyung as thoughts started running through his mind.

What the hell was wrong with this guy? He really couldn't figure him out. What really was he after?

He gulped. His face flushed. He suddenly stared at Taehyung with a more serious expression on his face.

"You don't really like me Taehyung. You act like you're okay with all this but I know you're not so tell me, what do you really want from me?"

Taehyung froze at that instant. He looked so confused and flustered unable to move or speak. He hadn't expected Jimin to be so direct.

Jimin's phone suddenly rang bringing an end to the tense atmosphere. He immediately answered the call.

"Hello!"

At that moment, his facial expression changed and he became agitated. Without saying a word, he started to run towards the front door. His actions triggered the crowd causing people to wonder what was going on.

"Jimin, wait! What happened?"

Taehyung called out to him. Jimin stopped. His face turning paler by the second.

"One of my patients went into cardiac arrest. He hasn't regained conciousness. I have to be there as quickly as possible"

Taehyung seemed concerned. "I'll take you!"

"There's no need..."

"I'm a fast driver...."

Jimin finally agreed. "okay... fine. Let's go!"

Jin, Namjoon and Hoseok who overheard their discussion followed immediately. It was also an excuse for them to leave this stifling boring party.

Jimin was on edge while in the car.

"Calm down Jimin. We'll soon be there" Taehyung said to reassure him.

Jimin gulped and nodded frantically. They arrived in a matter of minutes and met the nurses waiting in front of the building. Jimin didn't even don his overall. He just rushed into the building.

Taehyung and the others followed behind him and watched until he had disappeared out of sight.

"What a man!" Jin exclaimed. They were in Jimin's office and hours had already passed.

"Boss...are you serious about Jimin?" Namjoon suddenly said.

Taehyung smiled. "Serious? I don't know about that but I'm definitely curious. I want to know everything about him. I want to discover a new side to him...."

Then, in a quieter voice, he said

"He fascinates me"

The others were quiet and just stared at him.

Namjoon nodded, frowning slightly.

"He fascinates you?"

Taehyung detected sarcasm in his voice. Namjoon shook his head.

"I'm sorry boss but I have to tell you my mind. I've known you only for a short while but I have followed your lead. I believed in your ideals because I want revenge against the Parks. I know that you are the only one who can achieve it"

"Jimin no doubt is a good man. He is loved by everyone. His personality is very likable and if you're not careful you could fall for him"

"This is where you should draw the line! What if he makes you forget your purpose. Getting involved with him is not a good idea. I hope you don't allow him to stop you from your true course of action. I hope he doesn't become your weakness in the future"

From the corner of the room, Jin silently watched, his eyes transfixed on Namjoon as he spoke. Taehyung didn't respond. He didn't know what to say but Namjoon needed assurance. The man was embittered and he was determined to get revenge at all costs. Saying otherwise was only going to disappoint him so he gave in.

"I'll take revenge. I won't allow Jimin cloud my judgement. I promise"

Namjoon flashed a full smile seeming satisfied with his answer. Time went past and Jimin still wasn't done with the emergency patient. Jin and Namjoon decided to leave together with the former offering to give the latter a ride home.

Taehyung stayed behind to wait for Jimin after telling Hoseok to leave without him. He didn't feel right leaving him like this. It was midnight when Jimin finally staggered into his office looking tired and worn out. Taehyung who was lying on the couch looked up and saw him enter.

"I'm so exhausted!" Jimin groaned. He stopped to stare at him looking surprised "It's late. You should have left already"

"Didn't want to"

Jimin rolled his eyes. He was in no mood to debate with Taehyung. He sat beside him on the couch and stroke his neck to ease the tension.

"How was the patient?"

"He's is a safe condition now. I really thought I lost him. I had to perform an emergency surgery on him. He had an accident that nearly cost him his life but he's fine now"

Taehyung was quiet. He simply stared at Jimin silently before he spoke.

"Isn't it stressful? Doesn't it take a toll on you? Knowing that people's lives are in your hands?"

Jimin smiled. His smile was so blinding, Taehyung couldn't stop staring at him.

"Not at all. I find it a privilege to be able to offer help to others. It gives meaning to my life and to other people as well. And even till I'm old and wrinkly, as long as there is still strength left in me, I will always be a doctor so it doesn't bother me at all"

Taehyung was impressed but of course, he would never say it out loud. He chuckled. "Don't worry. I'll support you. Maybe one day, I'll build you a bigger hospital... I'll help you with your dreams. Won't that be nice?"

He stopped talking when he suddenly felt warmth in his shoulder. Taehyung turned and saw Jimin whose head was against his shoulder. He was snoring gently, his full lips slightly parted. Taehyung waved his hands against his face but Jimin didn't react which meant he was already in dream land. The sight of the latter asleep on his shoulder tugged at Taehyung's chest. All of a sudden, He felt strange.

He chuckled a bit. "Cute" he muttered and laid Jimin on the couch. After wards, he covered his body with the overall hanging on the wall. He started to think a lot while staring at Jimin's face.

Indeed, he was lovable. Seeing as how he confuses even himself when it comes to Jimin, doing things he normally doesn't do, Taehyung began  to think that perhaps, Namjoon was correct.  This man Jimin might become a weakness for him later on. Taehyung was determined not to let that happen. Things should only go as he had planned. He could enjoy playing with him, pushing his buttons, teasing him to see how far they could go. He was even okay with having a marriage of convenience with him but there was one thing he knew for certain. It was simple. he must never ever truly fall in love with Jimin.

But life doesn't always give us what we want.

Thanks so much for reading