hehe, I am still questioning why half of the ggukies don't know who Hyujin is, even if he is part of the critical issue of the book ><

lengthy chapter ahead!

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A few weeks had passed. It wasn't a soft week for the two mates, however. The news of Soyeon's sudden death did not take long to reach their concerns and this had alerted the two half brothers.

"Jungkookie.." Taehyung calls in a gentle manner, holding a tray with tea and beer. He knew that losing a parent hurts, no matter how they treated their children. Well, Soyeon did deserve to suffer and pay for what she have done to them but death wasn't the answer to it.

That's what Taehyung thinks, at least.

The alpha raised his head to look at Taehyung who gave him a small smile, carefully walking up to him and putting the tray down to the small table of their large bedroom. Since Minjun was still asleep, the two mates decided to take their time on tackling each problems that had been thrown to them.

"Thanks baby, you didn't have to." Jungkook says, kissing his mate's lips as an act of gratitude. He opens the can of beer, with it making a clicking noise while Taehyung sat down beside him.

"I was just worried about you and Jiminnie. I know it's hard to process what had suddenly happened and I just can't be ignorant of that." Taehyung spoke, taking a sip on the tea he prepared for himself while Jungkook does the same to his beer.

The alpha fell quiet, sighing. "Soyeon.. What do you think happened to her, Tae?" He asks after a while of debating in his thoughts.

Ever since Soyeon became a confirmed suspect for the threats that happened to Taehyung, Jungkook no longer called her mom. He barely talked about her anymore, not that they would bring such traumatizing topics then again.

But today was just.. Different. Soyeon was no longer alive, and the thought of who could have possibly done such thing was embedded to their heads.

"I thought that everything is already fine with them being in such care," Taehyung sighs. "I don't know what to say, I'm sorry."

"It's not your fault Tae." Jungkook was quick to reply, as he felt bad that Taehyung had to think about her again. Sure they could have just went on with their lives but they couldn't help but think about it deeply. "We just need to find answers for this. The suspect."

"I'm just completely worried for us. For Minjun." Taehyung turns to look at their baby's crib. "What if the suspect was after us all along? I'm just-- scared. I'm scared that I might not be able to do something when that time comes." He blurts out in full honesty, eyes furrowed as he avoided eye contact with his mate.

The alpha puts down the beer can, his hand reaching over to hold the omega's soft and delicate ones. "You know I wouldn't let that happen right? I will never let them hurt you and my baby. Not under my watch." He assures, trying not to get angry with the sudden thoughts of Taehyung and Minjun being hurt in his head.

If they came for the worst, Jungkook should be the main threat and not them.

Taehyung looks down at the alphas hands on his, it was ice cold as he was holding the beer can earlier but he couldn't care less. Jungkook's assurance was what he had needed at that very moment and thankfully he got it.

"Thank you, Jungkook. For being my mate." He couldn't help but say, biting his lower lip though he still felt bad to look up and meet the alpha's daring ones. "I trust you. I really do, I'm just overthinking again.."

"And I don't want you to be stressed. Just relax and the one who should be facing this kind of situations isn't gonna be you." Jungkook sighs, squeezng Taehyung's hands firmly before letting go. "It's gonna be me."

Taehyung looks up, his bottom lip jutting out a pout. "Is it because you're the alpha and that you are stronger than me?" He almost whined in complaint, even if he was being babied aside from Minjun- he couldn't help but sometimes complain about the treatment.

"Not that," Jungkook tucks the latter's hair behind his ear. "I just don't want you to feel bad anymore. You have gone through alot."

"So do you." He replied before looking back at his teacup which was seated neatly at the table. "I mean, I just don't wanna be here sitting pretty for everyone. I wanna help too, or maybe at least give you comfort. Because of me, Soyeon became a wild manipulator. I know I have a part in this situation."

"You're really stubborn, aren't ya?" Jungkook shakes his head in disbelief, though he laughs it off in the end before drinking on his beer.

"You know I won't stop until you agree." Taehyung takes another sip on his tea, glancing back at the crib to check on Minjun who was still asleep.

"Where's Jimin and Yoongi though?" The alpha asks, as the two other mates were busy going out for the past few days. "Ah, they have been caught up with adoption papers and legal transfers." Taehyung smiles at the thought of Jimin finally becoming a parent.

It wasn't by blood, but it was something to be proud of. He still remembers how excited Jimin was when Yoongi finally agreed to adopt; their hopes about getting a mate baby given up.

"I see, I'm really glad that the two will have their own family soon." Jungkook smiles, somehow the thought of his half brother being happy even if he had a struggle when it comes to having their own family- they got through it. "Time flies really fast for us."

They spent the day talking to each other, having deep honest conversations and would also vent out their stress in a respectful manner. It was something they consider as a routine whenever they had nothing else to do for the day.

Until the doorbell rang.

"Ah, I'll go get it." Jungkook groans, finishing his beer as he stood up while Taehyung laughs at him. "Be quick okay?"

"Be back in no time baby." The alpha winks, jogging back downstairs to answer the door.

By the time the male had answered the door, he was met with two people that were dressed in black- somewhat looking like bodyguards.

"Who are you?" He furrowed his eyebrows upon noticing the wolf standing in between them.

A wolf that awfully looked like him, but in his early 50's but his face tells otherwise.

"So you're Jeon Jungkook now.." The wolf grins, nodding. "Pleased to finally meet you in person, my son."

Jungkook retreats, stepping back a little. "What do you mean.." He mumbles, a little surprised. He was still young when his dad left them-- could this man be his father?

"Dad..?" He calls, though he sounded confused but the smile the male had answered the doubt.

"Won't you want to let me in first?" The man spoke before crossing his arms. "I am still your guest, you see." He shakes his head after when he notices the young alpha not moving from where he was standing.

"Did you not learn the proper way of welcoming someone?" Growing impatient, he approaches Jungkook who finally moved away to give him space to walk into.

The man takes a good look around, his bodyguards also entering but remained by the doorway. Jungkook closes the door, not knowing what or how to react.

Was the man really his dad? He did not want to seem rude but why was he suddenly here?

Even if Jungkook had questions in his head, he decided it was best to entertain the mysterious guest first. "Have a seat." He spoke, leading the wolf to their living room as they both sat down on opposite sofas.

"I can see that you don't remember me." The man lets out a chuckle, "Did Soyeon tell you great stories about me, or did she keep her mouth shut?"

Jungkook's eyes widens, though he quickly blinks it away. This man knew his mom, and for sure he might have played an important role in their lives. "I am sorry for asking but, who are you? Are you really my dad?"

"You don't believe me, huh? That's a shame, you resemble me and I know you noticed our similarities." The wolf smirks. "Let me introduce myself then."

Jungkook stays quiet. "My name is Jeon Hyujin, lead alpha of our Jeon Generation with a supposed to be heir.."

Hyujin points his index finger directly at the young alpha who raised an eyebrow in confusion. "Which was suppose to be you, Jungkook. My alpha son."

Jungkook fists clenches as his emotions began to stir. It all makes sense now. The father he should have been with ever since he was young fled away and disappeared, but he never expected him to come back- not now that he was settled with having his mate and family.

He opens his mouth, ready to snap and tell Hyujin about his wrong decisions of leaving their family behind with problems when he suddenly inhales the scent his mate owned.

"Jungkook ah, I told you to be quick. Who was it anyways?" He hears his mate ask from upstairs, followed by footsteps that were heading down to where he was.

Hyujin transfers his gaze to the omega who finally came in frame, eyebrows raised like he was doubting himself if he came in the right time.

Taehyung bit his lower lip before bowing. "Hello," He greeted as he did not want to be rude.

He strides towards his alpha who took a deep breath before looking at him as well. "Tae.." Jungkook mutters, though he didn't really have much words to say.

"Do you know him..?" He asks, making sure it was only Jungkook who have heard him.

"He's Jeon Hyujin." The alpha replies timidly. "Apparently, he is my dad." Taehyung gasps, surprised by the sudden visit most especially when he had found out that it wasn't just someone.

"Don't be too surprised, dear." Hyujin joins in their conversation, catching up on what they were actually talking about. "I came here for a different reason."

The two mates fell quiet, their attention was put onto the elder who scans the area again- as if he was looking for something.

"I want to meet my grandson." Hyujin gets himself straight to the point. "I want to meet my soon to be new heir for the Jeon Generation."

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bonus fact! jungkook never met/remember his dad in person, as he had fled away when he was still at a young age ^^

[source chapter-Fifty Five: Soyeon's Hatred]