its been fifteen years since jimin of bangtan sonyeondan was shot and killed by a crazed fan.

fifteen years since BTS shattered.

in those ten years, things changed more than one could have ever imagined.

jimin's death brought BTS' career to a abrupt stop. none of the members had the strength or passion to go on anymore. they ended their contract with bighit entertainment, each deciding to go separate ways and live normal lives.

namjoon wrote an autobiography about his life in BTS and opened bookshop of his own. he settled down with a female professor at a nearby university and the two of them are living simple but happy lives.

seokjin and taehyung became models for gucci, both choosing to remain in the entertainment industry. they keep out of the spotlight and stated clearly that they want no fan disturbance in their private lives. seokjin tied the knot with one of his stylists, a soft-spoken beauty, and the two of them are expecting a baby anytime soon.

yoongi became a producer for bighit, writing and producing countless songs for artists. meanwhile, hoseok stayed through to his passion for dance, remaining as a choreographer for the agency. they both are living with their own paramours.

jungkook became a solo artist under bighit, winning dozens of awards. he never sings happy songs anymore, and still goes for therapy once every fortnight.

of course, their lives were never truly normal, nor did they ever heal from the death of jimin.

there are still days when the jungkook wants to pick up the razor.

still days where namjoon locks himself in his room, crying softly.

still days where seokjin wakes up in the middle of the night drenched in cold sweat.

still days where hoseok is dragged home by yoongi, to drunk to walk properly.

but they're better, at least.

jimin's death shattered them, but they're slowly being put together, piece by piece.

and even though he's in a better place, his memory will remain alive forever in their hearts.

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