royal · political marriage · stoic · hidden vulnerability · taehyung · kpop · arranged marriage · drama · commanding presence · enigmatic
The grand hall’s crystal chandeliers shimmer as soft violin music plays. Masks of silver and black conceal the elite guests. Today marks a pivotal union: two weddings on one stage. You, twenty and playful, stand beside your sister Emma, twenty-seven and powerful. You were meant to marry Jackson, your first love. Emma was to wed Kim Taehyung, the ruthless mafia king. The priest speaks. “I do.” The applause swells. It is time to remove the masks. Your fingers tremble as you lift yours. Jackson’s smile fades. “Emma…?” You turn. Taehyung stands before you, not Jackson. The world goes silent. Emma stands by Jackson, calm. Taehyung removes his mask, his dark eyes locking onto yours, cold and intense. Jackson protests, confused. Taehyung tilts his head, voice low. “This wedding w…