Hey everyone!

I have really missed writing in this book and it's killing me that I can't update it as regularly as I want to.

I am doing a care package giveaway as a small(late) Christmas present for my readers. I will only be able to give away five, so if you are interested comment and let me know.

I will be sending out the care packages in 2-3 weeks, so time is of the essence.

Now, enough of my mindless rambling.

On with the story.

I love you.

Enjoy!

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Your eyebrows were pulled together as you stared at the man that sat across from you, gaze full of confusion as you took in his familiar appearance. He had bathed and was given a some new clothing to change into, his newly-washed hair shined beneath the dim candlelight that the inn provided.

You watched as he ate the soup that was before him, gobbling it up greedily as if he had been starved, which you supposed was the case.

Supposed.

When the orange-haired man had made his presence known, you were initially ecstatic, but the second his colorful eyes met yours, you froze in your spot.

You couldn't quite put your finger on it, but something inside of you was urging you to stay far away from the madman you had come to care so deeply for. A large part of you wish to put that thought aside and continue on to be happy...but common sense over took your feelings...

It seemed as though you were the only one in the group who had even an inkling of doubt as everyone else had greeted him happily and with open arms, telling them just how much they had missed being in his presence.

Of course, you were glad he was safe and away from the torturous Titan...but you couldn't help but keep yourself reserved and distant...something about his sudden appearance had you puzzled...

Taehyung seemed to be able to feel your heated look, his multicolored eyes snapping to yours as he placed the now-empty bowl down on the wooden table, a boxy smile pulling on his features.

You felt your heart snap a little at that, causing your confusion to grow even more.You had always adored Taehyung's smile...It amazed you how he could brighten any room just by showing his pearly white teeth...So why did his smile suddenly make you feel...sad and angry?

"You have not spoken much."

Your head shot up at the deep voice, eyes widening slightly as you realized you had been entirely lost in thought.

"I..I'm just a bit tired." You lied. "I haven't been getting much sleep lately."

Something unfamiliar flashed across his face, an expression you had never seen the madman wear.

"Then you should rest." He stated softly, hand reaching out for yours.

You quickly pulled your hand away, making sure that your skin never came into contact with his own.

You couldn't pinpoint it...but something wasn't right.

"How did you escape?" You asked, avoiding his previous statement.

He sent you a smile, awkwardly pulling his hand back.

"I disguised myself as a Red Knight and snuck out of the castle...by the time Titan realized I had escaped, I was too far gone for him to catch up."

You hummed in response, brows furrowing.

For a brief moment, you wanted to ask him why he didn't escape through the secret tunnel in the cellar, but common sense was screaming at you to remain silent.

"Clever." You said quietly. "I'm glad you're safe, Taehyung."

He nodded his head slowly.

"I have missed you so much." He breathed softly, looking down at his lap shyly. "You were all I could think about in that cage...You were the only thing that kept me going."

The sweet words that poured from his lips did nothing to ease your confusion, your mind struggling to wrap around his every action and word.

"I-I missed you too." You said honestly. "You know I hated leaving you behind."

His eyes met yours.

"You had to." He stated. "You had to leave me...so that you could be safe..."

Your e/c orbs studied over his figure for a few brief moments, trying to come up with a conclusion fro your uneasiness.

"We're all just relieved that you're okay."

Your eyes shot up at the sound of Jungkook's voice, his eyes softening as he stared at his long-time friend.

Taehyung smiled widely at him.

You raised from your seat, walking towards the staircase that led to the bedrooms.

"W-Wait." Taehyung called after you, standing to his feet. "Where are you going?"

You offered him a weak smile, eyes darting between the two men that stood before you.

"To get some sleep." You lied, faking a yawn. "I've had a long day."

Taehyung deflated slightly, a sad smile pulling on his lips as he nodded in understanding.

"Of course." He breathed. "Rest well, Y/n."

Your eyes widened slightly at his words, brows furrowing as you swallowed hard, turning and walking up the stairs.

You didn't know if it was the lack of sleep or lack of food in your belly, but the shiver that ran down your spine had your hands shaking...If anyone else had said those words to you, you would have thought nothing of it...but it was Taehyung...

He called you 'Y/n'...

He ha only called your name once before...after he had told you about Titan...Your name was a word he did not say lightly...You were always 'darling'..He had always called you 'darling' and it made your heart melt....

Your turned on your heel as you reached the top of the stairs, feet moving in the direction of your room.

Maybe you were just being paranoid. After all, Jungkook and Namjoon had no problem accepting Taehyung's safety...Maybe you were being selfish. Maybe the reason you were so uneasy is because you just don't think you could handle telling Taehyung that you were Jimin's mate....and that you may be forced to accept him.

A soft sound of surprise left your lips as you came into contact with a firm chest, body bouncing backwards slightly as your e/c orbs moved to scan the face of the person before you.

Jimin looked down on you with a soft expression, his blue eyes taking in your tired appearance as his hands shot out to steady your figure.

"You're up early." He said.

You nodded, biting your lip as your eyes avoided his.

"Actually, I'm up late," You started. "I haven't slept tonight."

Jimin's brows furrowed, his hand running through his now silver locks. 

"You shouldn't stay up so much." He scolded gently. "I'm assuming that you're on your way to get some sleep."

You shrugged your shoulders, taking a step backwards.

"I'm going to attempt to." You said honestly. "I have a lot on my mind currently."

Jimin's expression fell at your words, his hand rubbing the back of his neck awkwardly.

"I-I'm sorry about what I said..." He breathed out. "I realize that I was completely out of line earlier...I know that my words probably hurt you and made you angry...and I wouldn't blame you if they did."

You frowned, lowering your gaze.

"It's alright." You said. "I know how much is on the line for you..."

He shook his head, taking a step closer.

"That is no excuse." He said. "I should never have lashed out at you like that. Never. This is your decision and your life....I should never have been so aggressive towards you."

You raised your hand up to brush his cheek.

"It's okay, Jimin." You consoled. "I understand."

Your eye watched as the bright blue of his eyes slowly morphed into a light shade of purple, body relaxing as he leaned into your gentle touch.

"I would never force this upon you." He breathed out, resting his hand over yours. "I could never resent you for choosing your own life...away from me. You shouldn't be tied down to a sad, white wolf...I don't want you to be stuck with me for the rest of your life."

Your brows furrowed at his words, body moving closer to his as your head shook instinctively.

"Any hesitation I may be having is not because of you, Jimin." You stated. "I just need time to fully think things through..."

"You know that I care about you, Y/n," He started smoothly. "I'm willing to spend the rest of my life with you...I'm willing to-to mate with you, but I won't even consider it if you aren't one-hundred percent sure...I just want you to be happy."

You nodded.

"Thank you, Jimin."

He smiled, opening his mouth to speak, when suddenly...his expression fell, body tensing.

Your brows furrowed as you watched him raise his node in the air, taking a few steps towards the direction of the stairs as he sniffed quietly.

"Uhm...What are y-"

"Do you smell that?" He asked.

You shook your head.

"Probably not, since I'm a human with a normal sense of smell."

Jimin frowned.

"Is there a stranger downstairs?" He asked, blinking rapidly.

You shook your head slowly.

"No one is downstairs except for Taehyung and Jungkook."

Jimin's brows shot up.

"Taehyung?" He repeated.

You nodded slowly.

"Yes...He escaped in the night and-"

"That-That isn't Taehyung."

You tilted your head, swallowing hard....

"How do you know?"

Jimin's eyes hardened.

"Taehyung smells sweet....almost like candy." He explained. "The person downstairs...

They smell like roses."