For good this time.

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The rest of the sins once again entered the room, knocking lightly to not scare the two boys embracing one another.

"Pri- I mean Jungkook?" Namjoon asks concerned, still getting use to using the boys real name- as were all of them.

Jungkook just hums in response, nodding softly. But his eyes never once left Taehyung's.

"Jungkook I'm sorry to spring this on your right after your exorcism or whatever it was but we have some big problems to deal with." Yoongi says dryly. Hoseok turns to glare at him and chastise the shorter for his lack of sympathy. Jin half heartedly mumbles the words 'identity disorder' to try and correct Yoongi and no one hears.

Jungkooks expression hardens and he pushes himself upright in this bed, pulling the sheets back gingerly as Taehyung helps him swing his legs over the edge of the mattress.

"What is it?" He questions Yoongi, focused on his words.

"Like Namjoon said before, the rioting is getting worse, Jin told me about how you asked him to help Tae's sister and how you also had heaving rations of food handed to the public; but unfortunately they don't trust us anymore." Yoongi says, his eyes lidded with irritation.

Jungkook opens his mouth to speak but the sin doesn't let him.

"Don't apologize I get it you were yourself blah blah... what's done is done, what we need to do is figure out how to repair what you destroyed before everything we've built crashes and burns do you understand?" Yoongis tone is harsh but not accusatory, he truly does understand that the younger had no real control of the situation, but that doesn't sate his frustration.

Jungkook takes a long breath in as he processes the older's words carefully. "We should appear before the public, make a formal apology, no not apology, a formal declaration of peace in the kingdom. Tell them we should be a team not foes."

"It's worth a try." Hoseok smiles forcefully, trying to ease the tension in the small room.

"Yeah it's worth a try but I'm afraid the people might want to dethrone you Jungkook." Namjoon explains.

"Then we'll tell them about his DID!" Taehyung exclaims, not wanting anything else bad to happen to Jungkook.

"It's a good idea, the whole kingdom already knows that something happened to Jungkook because of the flurry of medical equipment and doctors that came. If we explained it to them, not passing it as an excuse but a reason for forgiveness, it might begin to win them over." Jin says analytically, pushing his glasses up the bridge of his nose.

"If that doesn't work we can always threaten them." Jimin speaks up, quietly but completely seriously.

Taehyung sends him a pointed look and the shorter ducks his head and mumbles a small "just kidding."

"No I think you're right Jin, we'll tell them about my disorder, we'll apologize, and I'll step down as head Sin." Jungkook finalizes.

The rest of the boys turn to look at him with shock. "Step down as head Sin?!" Hoseok cries in surprise.

"Obviously I wouldn't give up being a sin, that's out of the question. But the public hearing that I won't be the quote-on-quote leader anymore will ease their minds enough to stay calm."

"That's a good point. Diffuse the situation with an apologize, then follow it up with some 'good news'." Namjoon nods his head, holding his hand up to cradle his chin.

"Who would step up to be the head then?" Hoseok asks hurriedly.

Jungkook seems as though he doesn't even need to think about the answers as he speaks, "Namjoon."

Namjoon looks up in shock, pointing at himself dumbly. "Me?!"

"You've always been the strongest besides me, you've always been analytical and tactical. You're a good strategist. You can do this." Jungkook says confidently.

Namjoon simply nods. The other sins pat him on the back encouraging, knowing everything Jungkook said was undoubtedly true.

"It's worth a shot." They all nodded their heads in agreement.

"When do we gather the people?" Taehyung asks, wondering if they should just get it over with as soon as possible.

Yoongi seems to read his mind as he answers, "Now. I'll ask the guards to announce it as soon as possible."

Yoongi exits the room quickly, Hoseok trailing behind him. Namjoon tells them he'll tell the maids so they can gather their formal attire and Seokjin accompanies him.

Taehyung turns to face Jimin, the smaller boy had returned to his spot next to Tae, clinging to his arm tightly.

"Chim?" Tae says warmly.

Jimin looks up in recognition.

"Could you let me speak to Jungkook alone for a moment?" He asks, voice as soft as butterfly wings.

Jimin looks displeased for a moment but he'd do anything for Tae now. Taehyung just seemed to have that effect on people, even the coldest sheep could be broken with love and kindness it seemed.

Jimin was the sin of envy after all, very possessive. He would become obsessed with one thing and that became his thing. Used to be Pride, now it is Taehyung.

But Taehyung was different, he allowed Jimin to feel free, and content instead of jealous. And Jimin would never forget that.

Taehyung ruffles Jimins hair again as the small male turns to exit the room, leaving only Taehyung and Jungkook.

Taehyung hears a labored groan and he spins to find Jungkook standing upright and off the bed.

"Woah! Careful, are you feeling well enough to walk?" Tae asks worriedly eyeing Jungkooks unsteady legs.

"Yeah, the wound doesn't hurt anymore, I'm just not used to being up and about it might take a bit to stretch my muscles again." Jungkook explains, shooting a smile to the other letting him know it was okay.

Taehyung nods and slips his arms under Jungkooks, supporting him and they make their way to the door.

But before Taehyung can open it Jungkook grabs his waist, spinning him around until they're face to face. Noses only centimeters apart, Jungkook can smell the mint in Taehyung's breath, and the sweet aroma of oranges and ginger wafting from Taehyung's clothes.

Jungkooks arms snakes around the older's waist, pulling him even closer. Taehyung can't help but glance at the tallers lips, eyes then flitting to Jungkooks eyes.

"Jungkook" Taehyung begins but is stopped by a familiar feeling of soft lips against his own.

Jungkook uses his other hand to cradle Taehyung's neck as the orders hands make their way into Jungkooks soft black locks. They both melt into the kiss.

Taehyung loved this kiss especially, it was his first kiss with Jungkook, just pure Jungkook.

Jungkook pulls away causing Taehyung to whine quietly.

"Haha, don't worry love they'll be more of that. But I believe the public is waiting. We should get dressed." Jungkook says softly, still holding the other close, never wanting to let him go again.

Taehyung nods and smiles brightly at Jungkook, who smiles back. "I'm so glad you exist." Tae whispers, eyes never leaving Jungkooks.

Jungkook sighs in contentment and pulls the older in for a hug.

"I've made you cry so much. Too many tears have been shed for me by both of us. I promise you Taehyung; I promise you I'll never be the reason for your tears ever again. I promise you. Taehyung, I love you." Jungkook says, reaching to softly rub the back of Taehyung's neck, twirling his longish hair gently.

Taehyung smiles in understanding, and hugs the other back even tighter.

"I love you too Jungkook. And the same goes for me, no more tears for you either. When you're with me, only smiling is allowed got it?" He says jokingly, but both the boys know he means it seriously.

"Got it." Jungkook mumbles, face now buried in Taehyung's shoulder.

"Okay, as a wise man once said, the public is waiting." Taehyung teases, Jungkook laughs and releases his hold.

Placing his hand on the small of Taehyung's back he guides them out of the room, maids rushing to them to hand them their formal attire for the announcement. Taehyung smiles at Jungkook for the nth time that day, and of course Jungkooks smiles back.

They had come so far together, all they needed now was the win the kingdom over again, simple.

But their subjects had something much different in mind.

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Y'all mind if I rant a little about my day?

I'm have a bit of a rough day. I hung out with my two best friends and went to the lake. (I'm a trans guy ftm btw) and there were all these guys there and I got really dysphoric because I couldn't take my shirt off because I haven't had the surgery yet.

My surgery was cancelled because of corona so I was devastated. But anyway I just feel kinda lonely rn... like bruh someone date me so I can give you never ending compliments and gifts I love to make people happy more than anything, it makes me happy. Also I'm bisexual, I once said I was gay but that was becuase my ex cheated on me so I was angry at girls lol. Anyway yeah..... sorry for rambling I just needed to let that out.

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