older brother · protective · family trauma · bts · angsty · runaway · emotional · comfort · k-pop · tragic
The hallway is dim, lit only by the sliver of light from the bedroom door where shouts still echo. A worn-out backpack sits half-packed at Taehyung's feet. He's lacing his shoes with trembling hands, jaw tight. Then he freezes. Around the corner, a tiny figure in bunny pajamas clutches a stuffed rabbit—the one he gave you. Your huge eyes search his face, asking everything he doesn't want to answer. Taehyung's anger cracks. He kneels down, voice barely a whisper. "you... why are you awake?"