Chapter 42

You woke up not to the sound of your alarm, but to the buzzing of notifications instead. Groaning you sat up, squinting at the bright sunlight streaming through your curtains and into your room. After yawning and rubbing your eyes, you picked up your phone- wondering what sorcery had caused it to be possessed by such buzzing.

There was a spam of unknown numbers texting, calling, and contacting you. Hundreds- if not thousands- of texts and missed calls filled your phone. You scrolled past those, your eyes catching missed calls from HongJoong, your boss, and Jin. Nine missed calls from Kim Seokjin. Tapping on his name, you called him back, wondering what was so urgent. Did something happen to Taehyung again?

Jin picked up not even after one ring- his voice breathless and worried. "Y/N," he began, "thank god. Are you okay?"

"Yeah, what's up?" you replied, crossing your legs- your brows furrowing downward.

"Did you happen to receive a spam of notifications this morning?" Jin asked. You gave him a 'mmhmm' and he continued. "Oh dear- you don't know don't you?"

"Know what?" Your heartbeat increased- pacing faster and faster. What was going on?

"Don't tap on anything- don't check anything. Um, just stay home- I'll come get you," Jin rushed. You heard him scrambling in the background.

A loud knock and ringing of your doorbell made you jump. Peeking out of your window, you gasped. "Jin," you called.

"Yes?"

"I don't think you should head over. In fact I don't think you can," you replied, "There's a blockade and mob of cars out in front of my house. Wait, are those cameras and microphones?"

"Oh fuck no," Jin cursed.

"What's going on?" you asked.

"I'm going to tell Suga to get you- don't look up anything or go outside. He'll be there in a few seconds," Jin instructed before hanging up- that last thing you heard was him called Suga.

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"Okay, care to tell me what the hell is going on?" you asked, crossing your arms. You noticed how the only people in the house was Jimin, Jin, and Suga- everyone else was missing.

Right after Jin hung up on you, you quickly pulled on (Taehyung's) sweater and some pants. The moment you were done putting on some socks and lacing up your shoes, Suga appeared. Without a word, he shadow-traveled you back to BTS' lair.

"Y/N dear," Jin called, whirling into the living room, "You might want to read this. I didn't want you to find out when you were alone." Jin handed his phone to you- your eyes hungrily scanning the screen and what it was pulled up on. Your heart plummeted and your blood ran cold.

The Secret Life (and Lover) of Kim Taehyung?

They say love is in the air at Han River- and that is certainly true for BTS member V, also known as Kim Taehyung.

We caught TaeTae walking, hugging, and smooching with someone- who is this mysterious woman? His girlfriend?

Well don't worry, we got a better view of these two lovebirds and we can confirm who this mysterious woman is! She is recognized to be L/YN Y/N and better yet, she is the manager of the recently debuted boy group ATEEZ. Not only does she get to interact with such handsome men daily, she has one of her own! Talk about being lucky.

Always the deliverer of your daily news, tune in for more details about Mr. Kim Taehyung and Miss L/YN Y/N!

Attached with the news article were several photos of you and Taehyung- from you holding his hand, to him hugging you, and the most occurring one- you and him kissing. Unable to bare looking at the article anymore, you handed the phone back to Jin- noticing how your hands was shaking.

"Are you okay dear?" Jin asked gently, seating himself down in front of you. Jimin came strolling into the room, a steaming mug in his hands.

"I made you some hot chocolate..." Jimin said quietly, handing you the drink. You gave him a smile, taking a sip.

"Well, at least I know why my phone was acting up. It would also explain why HongJoong and my boss were calling," you answered after taking a few more sips. As if on cue, your phone rang- the screen flashing 'Boss'. Sighing you picked it up.

"Miss Y/N, you don't know how much I've been trying to reach you this morning! I was going to spare you mercy but after your conduct and the damage you've caused- YOU'RE FIRED! Please come clean out your office by the end of this week." Your boss hung up loudly and you sat your phone down. Jin gave you a worried look as Suga was giving your phone a dirty glare. Jimin shuffled back and forth before dashing back into the kitchen, coming back with some cookies.

"Thanks," you began, nibbling on a cookie, "Well you can't really keep this relationship hidden forever- two months was a pretty long time. Is Taehyung at the company?" you finished, asking.

"Yeah, Namjoon, Hoseok, and Jungkook are there too. Wipe that worried look off your face- it's going to be fine," Suga piped, finally speaking.

"Yes, it will be," Jin assured, giving your back a few pats. "Now, shall we binge watch some movies? K-dramas? Anime? You're the boss."

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Taehyung POV

Taehyung was currently seated in the CEO of BigHit's office. Namjoon was seated to his right as Hoseok was to his left. Jungkook currently stood in the corner of the room- preferring to be as far from the CEO's desk as possible. Hoseok gave Taehyung a few reassuring pats as the group waited for the CEO to come in.

The door finally slammed open and Taehyung stiffened. He rose up out of his seat and bowed before sitting back down- trying his best to not roll his eyes.

"So, I've called you in today regarding the news breaking across the internet," the CEO began, sitting down and crossing his hands, "And as I can see, you've brought in backup. Where are the other three?"

"They're currently at the dorms," Namjoon answered, "Sir-"

"I asked Taehyung. Anyways, what do you think we do about this situation?" the CEO cut off, looking at Taehyung.

"Nothing," Taehyung answered, keeping his face blank as possible.

"Or we could try our best to lessen the damage on you- and the damage on your group. We can say that this Y/N threatened you and or forced you to act like her boyfriend. It might need a little more planning to make it gullible," the CEO continued, dismissing Taehyung's remark.

Namjoon put his hand on Taehyung's shoulder- calming him down. "And may I ask what might happen to Miss Y/N?" Namjoon asked through gritted teeth.

"Well, we can pay her off to keep quiet. If that fails then you better pray you can get out of this unscathed," the CEO answered.

"What if I don't agree to this?" Taehyung growled.

"Your eyes," Hoseok whispered, warning him. Taehyung sighed, closing his eyes before opening them a few moments later. He could feel his fangs sharp against his tongue. 

"Excuse me?" the CEO asked, taken back at how Taehyung was still refusing his idea. 

"I said what if I don't agree to this?" Taehyung snarled. Another light tap from Hoseok caused Taehyung to calm down again. But keeping his cover that he was a vampire was the last thing on his mind right now. First, he had to make sure no harm falls onto Y/N. 

"I heard you the first time, but I don't understand why you're still against it?" the CEO clarified. 

"Well, let me make things a little clearer for you," Taehyung began, standing up, "After eight years with BigHit, I did everything you asked us to. All I want is to have someone to love, deep down I'm also a normal human being and I deserve to be in a relationship. Sure you can threaten me by making me leave BTS but you know you won't- you know you can't. You may write our paychecks but we all know who makes the money," Taehyung finished, breathing deeply. After the room was silent for a few moments, Taehyung turned around- heading towards the exit. "Good day to you and if you don't want to lose contribution I make to this company, I suggest you tell the new that 'yes, Kim Taehyung is in a relationship.' No harm shall befall on Y/N," Taehyung said, turning around. After giving his piece, he slammed the door behind him. 

Taehyung took a few steps before slumping against the wall, sighing. Like a balloon he deflated- exhausted. Jungkook came out a few moments later. 

"That was pretty bad ass of you hyung," Jungkook smiled, a mischievous glint in his eyes. 

"Thanks," Taehyung smirked. The two were silent as they waited for Hoseok and Namjoon to come out. With his perfectly defined vampire hearing, Taehyung heard everything inside the office. 

"I hope you think this through, do the morally correct thing. It's not right to hurt an innocent person just to protect yourself," Hoseok said. 

"I do have a question for you though: How do you expect us to write love songs if we can't even be in love?" Namjoon asked, adding. The room was quiet and Taehyung heard chairs sliding against the floor as Hoseok and Namjoon got up- heading for the door. Jungkook opened it for them and Taehyung greeted them with a grateful smile. 

"We got you," Namjoon smiled. Hoseok gave him a wink and the four headed down the winding hallways- heading home. 

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chapter forty-two end

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EDITED TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITIES

a.n.

so very pissed at the ending of the new spiderman movie- wtf?!