Demons

Jin's POV

We all have our own demons to fight within us.

I woke up when Taehyung moved. I've been taking care of him the whole night because he have a fever. He keep on stirring and crying but he didn't wake up. It seems like his nightmares came back and it gotten worst.

I moved my hands to wipe the bead of sweat on Taehyung's forehead. In my relief, his fever already went down.

"How are you feeling" I asked when I noticed that Taehyung is already awake.

"I'm fine" Tae answered in a hoarse voice. His throat might be hurting from crying all night. He turned his back on me and pulled the blanket to cover himself, trying to hide his face as much as possible.

"Taehyungie" I tried to reach out to caress Taehyung's hair but he avoided my touch.

"I want to sleep more Jin"

My heart ached but I decided to give Taehyungie more time. I think, I've seen the surface of his pain last night. I didn't know what triggered it but it is not my demon to face. At some point, Taehyung have to settle everything on his own so that he can heal completely.

"I understand. Just call me if you need me, Tae" I sighed and get up. We have a schedule today anyway so I have to go.

"I will inform our staff that you're sick. Make sure to rest, okay?"

Taehyung just nodded.

--The feeling of being watched. It creeps me out. Back when I was in high school, I always have this feeling that someone is watching my every move from afar but I never caught who is it.

And I have the same feeling right now. I'm practicing our choreography at the backstage but I'm uncomfortable because I can feel that someone is looking at me. The other members are still getting their hair done that's why I'm alone.

"You're Jin, right?"

I almost jumped out of fright when I heard a voice behind me. I stepped back immediately which made me lost my balance but the guy caught me on time.

"Be careful"

I looked at the guy for few minutes. I've seen him somewhere, I'm sure of it.

"You don't remember me?" he asked, sounding surprised.

I shooked my head. "Who are you?How did you know me?"

"I'm Ken. We're classmates in high school"

"Ahh" That's why he looked familiar. I thought.

I didn't have good memories in my high school that's why I already forgotten the names and faces of my classmates.

"Nice to meet you here" I said curtly and bowed to say goodbye. I already felt awkward and I didn't have anymore to say so I decided to wait for the members inside the company car.

I'm about to go but I felt Ken gripped my arm.

"Wait. Do you want to go out with me on your free time Jin?" He's smiling but there's a dangerous glint in his eyes.

"I'm part of another idol group, it will look good if your fans will see that you are close with other groups" he added.

I didn't like what he's trying to imply but my face remained neutral. I don't know why, but I didn't trust him.

"Thank you for offering but I don't know when we will have free time. I don't want to keep you waiting Sunbae"

If ever we will have free time, I will spend it with Tae and not with you. I wanted to add but I keep my mouth shut.

"Bye" I bowed again and left. Not letting Ken stop me again.

Taehyung's POV

I felt guilty for treating Jin coldly. He didn't deserve it but I'm still in shock. I covered my face to let my tears fall freely.

Reliving that day vividly through my dreams made me remember some information that my mind buried long time ago.

But something is clear to me now, I was raped because he wanted to hurt Jin.

If Jin found out, he will definitely blame himself even if it is not his fault.

I can't tell him why I'm like this.

But there are things I can't understand. Why is he calling Jin 'Prince'. I never seen them together in school before. Jin didn't looked like he recognize him if they meet in the music show--

No.

Our group are at the music show right now and if he's part of another idol group, there's a chance that he will see Jin.

Jin is in danger.

I dialed Jin's number immediately. I should've gone with Jin instead of wasting my time wallowing in my own pain. How can I be this selfish?

I don't know what I can do if something bad happened to Jin.

Jin answered after few rings.

"How are you feeling now, Taehyungie?" he sound worried.

"I'm okay. Don't worry about me, Jin. Are you with the members?"

"Yes. We're on our way home"

I sighed in relief. It seems like 'He' haven't made a move yet. I will never let him get close to Jin.

"Okay. I'll wait for you"

"Taehyungie"

"Hmm?"

"You know I love you right?"

Despite the storm inside me, I can't help but smile. How can he make it so easy to forget my pain? Right at this moment, everything that mattered is us.

"I love you too. You know I do"

"Yes"

"Jinnie"

"Hmm?"

"Did you remember my promise?"

"That you'll be my Anpanman?"

I nodded. "Yes"

"What about it?"

"I'll protect you"

"I know. I trust you Tae.."

Jin's POV

When I arrived in my apartment, Taehyung is still awake. True to his words, he really waited for me.

I hope Taehyung is feeling okay now. It's only been a day but I miss his smile already.

When Taehyung saw me, he quickly pulled me in a tight hug and I just want to melt in his arms.

"What's wrong?" I asked, gently caressing his hair while I feel his soft breath on my neck.

I'm afraid that there are things he's not telling me about again but I don't want to push Taehyung too hard. The surface of his pain I saw last night is not a wound that would heal quickly. Right now, what he needs is patience and understanding.

"I'm sorry for being cold this morning"

I smiled slightly on how childish his tone sounds like. I'm sure he's pouting and I find it really adorable.

"You're not feeling well so that's understandable"

Tae shooked his head and brushed his nose on my neck which made my skin tingle.

"No, I'm still sorry" Taehyung starts nuzzling my neck. I curled my hand on his shirt to stop myself from touching him.

"Did you have a nightmare again?"

"Yes. A really bad one" He pulled away slightly to look at me.

I can't read the emotions that passed through his eyes while our gaze was locked so I just cupped his cheeks and kissed his forehead to assure him that I'm here.

"I will chase the nightmares away" I promised.

Taehyung nodded.

"Have you eaten your dinner?" I asked.

"Not yet. I was waiting for you"

"What do you want to eat? I'll cook for you"

"No, you're tired from the broadcast. I'll cook" he said confidently which made me chuckle.

Taehyung can do alot of things except for cooking.

"Ya! My cooking skills are improving" he looked at me with a pout.

The last time I let Taehyung cook, he've mistaken sugar for salt which made the chicken he's frying really sweet. He also burnt the whole thing along with the pan and it became bittersweet chicken instead of buttered chicken.

"Let's just order food, okay?"

"Okay" Taehyung finally agreed.