Chapter 4: THE PAGES OF OUR LOVE
City streets were always alive at night, but tonight they seemed to pulse with an extra layer of energy.
Jeon Jungguk, a skilled enforcer for the Kim mafia, navigated the crowded alleys with ease, his eyes scanning the rooftops and doorways for any sign of trouble.
His mission was to retrieve a valuable package from a rival gang's hideout, and he wouldn't let anything get in his way.
As he turned a corner, Jungguk's gaze landed on a young man with piercing eyes and jet-black hair.
The boy, who couldn't have been more than twenty, was expertly working the crowd, dipping into pockets and purses with a speed and precision that belied his tender age.
Jungguk watched, fascinated, as the boy expertly lifted a wallet from a distracted tourist's pocket.
The boy's eyes flicked up, meeting Jungguk's gaze for a brief moment.
For an instant, they just stared at each other, Jungguk's expression unreadable, the boy's eyes flashing with a mix of wariness and curiosity.
Then, the boy melted into the crowd, disappearing into the sea of faces.
Jungguk's lips curled into a small smile.
He couldn't help but be amused by the boy's audacity.
What was someone so young and talented doing in a life of petty crime?
Jungguk's curiosity was piqued, and he found himself wanting to know more about this intriguing young pickpocket.
He continued on his mission, Jungguk's thoughts lingered on the boy.
What drove him to this life?
And, most importantly, would their paths cross again?
Jungguk blended into the shadows, his eyes scanning the dimly lit bar.
He had received intel that his target, Choi Sungho, would be meeting with a potential buyer here.
Jungguk's mission was to retrieve a valuable package from Sungho, and he wouldn't leave without it.
As he surveyed the room, his gaze landed on Sungho, sitting in the corner with an air of confidence.
But what caught Jungguk's attention was the young man sitting next to Sungho - the same pickpocket he had seen earlier.
Their eyes met, and for a moment, Jungguk felt a spark of surprise.
What was the boy doing here, and why was he sitting so close to his target?
Sungho noticed their exchange and smiled, his eyes gleaming with amusement.
Choi Sungho
Ah, this young one?
He said, placing a possessive hand on the boy's waist.
Choi Sungho
He's a talented little thief.
Choi Sungho
I'm thinking of investing in his skills.
The boy's eyes flashed with anger, and he tried to shake off Sungho's grip.
But Sungho's hold only tightened.
Choi Sungho
I'm willing to sell him to the highest bidder.
Jungguk's instincts kicked in, and he felt a surge of irritation. He didn't like where this was going.
Without hesitation, he strode towards Sungho's table, his movements fluid and deliberate.
His voice is low and even.
Sungho's smile grew wider.
Choi Sungho
Ah, Jungguk. I've been expecting you.
Choi Sungho
You're just in time to make an offer.
The situation escalated quickly. The latter tried to break free, and Sungho's men closed in on Jungguk.
Air was charged with tension, and it seemed chaos was about to erupt.
With calculated precision, Jungguk took down Sungho's men one by one, his gun firing silently with the aid of a suppressor.
Last man standing, Sungho, sneered at Jungguk, but his eyes betrayed a hint of fear.
Jungguk advanced, Sungho grabbed the boy and pressed his gun to the boy's temple.
Choi Sungho
Don't come any closer, Jungguk.
Sungho warned, his voice trembling slightly.
Choi Sungho
I'll kill him.
The boy's eyes met Jungguk's, a mix of fear and determination flashing in them.
Jungguk's gaze locked onto the boy's, and for a moment, he forgot about the mission and the package.
All he saw was the boy's vulnerability, and he felt an unexpected surge of protectiveness.
Jeon Jungguk
Let him go, Sungho.
Jungguk said, his voice firm and commanding.
Jeon Jungguk
You're not going to use him as a shield.
Sungho's grip on the boy tightened, and the boy winced in pain. Jungguk's eyes narrowed, his finger tightening on the trigger.
The situation was escalating, and he needed to think fast.
Sungho sneered, trying to maintain his composure despite the fear creeping into his eyes.
Choi Sungho
Make a deal with me, Jungguk.
Choi Sungho
Let me walk out of here with the package, and I'll give you the boy.
Expression remained unreadable, his gaze fixed on Sungho's gun pressed against the boy's temple.
He said, his tone noncommittal.
Latter's eyes darted to Jungguk, a flicker of hope igniting in them.
Sungho, however, took Jungguk's "hmm" as a sign of interest.
Choi Sungho
I'm serious, Jungguk.
Choi Sungho
The boy for the package.
Choi Sungho
It's a fair trade.
Without another word, Jungguk's gun fired, the bullet grazing Sungho's hand.
Gun fell to the ground, and the boy stumbled backward, freed from Sungho's grip.
The man yelped in pain, clutching his wounded hand.
The boy's eyes widened as he stared at Jungguk, a mix of shock and gratitude on his face.
Jungguk's gaze met his, a hint of a smile playing on his lips.
Kim Taehyung
You're...you're not going to kill me, are you?
Jungguk's smile grew, and he lowered his gun.
He said, his voice low and smooth.
Jeon Jungguk
Close your eyes and cover your ears.
The boy hesitated for a moment before complying, his eyes shutting tight and his hands covering his ears. Jungguk's gaze lingered on the boy for a brief moment before he turned back to Sungho.
With a swift motion, Jungguk raised his gun and fired a single shot.
Sungho's wimping ceased, and he slumped to the ground, lifeless.
The boy flinched at the sound of the gunshot, his eyes still closed and his hands still covering his ears.
He approached the boy and gently pried his hands away from his ears.
Jeon Jungguk
You can open your eyes now.
The boy's eyes fluttered open, and he looked up at Jungguk with a mix of fear and curiosity. Jungguk's expression was calm and collected, but his eyes seemed to hold a hint of warmth.
He asked, his voice barely above a whisper.
Jungguk smiled and helped the boy to his feet.
Jeon Jungguk
My name is Jeon Jungguk.
The boy's eyes locked onto Jungguk's, and he replied.
Kim Taehyung
Kim Taehyung.
I'm trapped, bound to this chair with no escape in sight. The dim lighting in the room seems to mirror my mood, a reflection of the hopelessness that's settling in.
My thoughts drift to Kim Taehyung, the one person who's ever made me feel alive.
Jeon Jungguk
How can I forget that day? Hmm?
Jeon Jungguk
That's the most special and memorable day of my entire life...
Jeon Jungguk
I wonder if I'll ever see him again, if I'll ever get the chance to tell him how much he means to me. *Whisper through the wind*
The realization hits me like a ton of bricks, I might not make it out of this alive.
The thought of never being able to hold him, to look into his eyes, to smile with him... it's almost too much to bear.
Tears prick at the corners of my eyes as I think of all the what-ifs.
What if I never get to leave this place?
What if Taehyung never knows how much I love him?
The weight of my situation crushes me, and for a moment, I let the despair wash over me.
I'm lost in my thoughts, consumed by the fear of losing everything that truly matters. The sound of footsteps approaching seems distant, muffled by the anguish that's gripping my heart.
I'm not sure if I'll be able to find the strength to fight back, to escape this nightmare. All I know is that I'm running out of time.
Comments
Im gonna be rich, but too laz¥
What the- what kind of cliffhanger is this author-ssi/Cry/ I want to know!!!🤧
2025-07-27
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♡˖꒰ᵕ༚ᵕ⑅꒱Yha
update more author /Determined/
2025-08-02
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Im gonna be rich, but too laz¥
Of course he will not! Or else.../Cleaver/
2025-07-27
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