A/N: There's something I'd like to talk about that appears to be confusing for some of you. So far in the book, nothing has been mentioned that Taehyung knew Jimin was the Omega he would be mated with. There is nothing more I can say other than that, so those who are concerned with Seokjin sharing his actual name, that's the least to be concerned with while reading this book. I hope this helps.

Also, I made a mistake when Seokjin introduced himself as Kim Seokjin instead of Park Seokjin. I've fixed it now, but I'd like to mention it here in case anyone was confused by that as well. My mind is usually on auto and heavy on Kim Seokjin.

This chapter contains a lot, but also not enough. As well as triggering content, which will be recurring throughout this book. Keep updated with the tags!

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Jin's eyes widened, and the rhythm of his heart pounded faster than usual.

"Don't even think about lying to me." Taehyung's voice demanded.

Jin's eyes welled up with tears, which trickled down his cheeks as he muttered, "I am not. I'm so sorry. My-"

"Shut it!" Taehyung let out a sharp breath and loosened his hold on Jin, his jaw tense and his teeth grinding together, rage coursing through him. He strolled toward the door as if leaving the room, then he returned to Jin and demanded, "Why did you come here?"

Jin attempted to speak, tears still flowing down his cheeks and his eyes fixed on the ground, but his words were muddled and difficult to comprehend due to his nervousness and fear.

He yelped as Taehyung gripped his jaw and pulled him closer, speaking firmly, "Whoever you're working with and thought this method would lead to success will be in for a surprise! I am going to make sure you regret showing up here and trying to make a mockery out of me. Everyone in your family and kingdom will face the consequences for this!"

"No, please, I am sorry. My family is completely clueless. They also think I was innocent, they didn't-"

"Quiet!" Taehyung raised his voice and tightly gripped Jin's throat, commanding him to stay silent. "Don't speak another word! I am appalled by your effort in attempting to embarrass me within my kingdom!"

Jin was unable to say another word due to Taehyung's strong grip on him; breathing became more difficult for him, and his eyes burned as tears flowed from them. He stumbled backward as Taehyung let go of his grip on him, and he gasped, his hand instinctively reaching to his neck, massaging the place that now hurt.

"If you believed this was going to be enough to keep this marriage from happening, Seokjin, you failed. After today, I swear to you, you will understand that coming here to humiliate me was the worst thing you could have done in all of your life." Taehyung remarked, still brimming with anger.

With one final glance at Jin, he stormed out of the room, slamming the door shut with a loud thud.

Jin crouched to the floor, gripping his knees and crying quietly, feeling distressed throughout his body. He was bewildered and saddened in more ways than he could comprehend. His life had quickly become foreign and more difficult than it had ever been. He wasn't sure what to expect or how things would unfold following his very first contact with the person who would soon become his Alpha.

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As their marriage was formalized, Seokjin felt as if he was looking into nothingness while he struggled to maintain eye contact. The man in front of him was emotionless; he was icy and lifeless. On the other hand, Seokjin felt a deep and painful connection that he struggled to understand. He felt an intense burning and the heaviness of an aching pain within, like a heavy weight pressing down on his chest.

"Today, I commemorate this marriage in the presence of all the witnesses gathered here. Our future King and leading Alpha, Kim Taehyung, and his Omega, Prince of the Park clan. Now officially recognized as Omega Kim Seokjin and the King's lawful mate."

There were many loud applause and words shouted all around Jin, but they grew distant and muffled when Taehyung's fingers held his. It was as if his breathing had stopped, and the scorching heat he had earlier felt became more intense, eliciting a moan from between his lips. In horror at his own spontaneous behavior, Seokjin forced his lips together, his gaze set on the floor, praying no one heard him.

He was dragged closer to Taehyung's side and soon found himself being drawn along as Taehyung walked with him along the decorative pathway filled with beautiful and lavish gifts that had been put out for them. At the same time, guards stood side by side, creating a protective barrier that drowned out the vision of those who had come as guests.

Although he had gotten a glimpse of his parents, Seokjin felt sad that he was unable to stop and talk to them. He hadn't seen his brother, which made him question whether he had been there, but he assumed and held onto hope that Jimin had been there.

Jin's thoughts were interrupted when someone came in front of them as they were heading toward the doorway, bowing and asking with his words addressed at Taehyung, "Sir, will you be joining the banquet hosted-"

"No," Taehyung gave a quick response without waiting to hear the question in its entirety and continued walking ahead, with a line of guards trailing behind him and Seokjin.

Where they were headed was unknown to Seokjin, and he made sure not to question anything, keeping his head down the entire time they walked.

Eventually, with numerous twists and turns, Jin started to worry if their walking would come to an end and wherever Taehyung was taking him, they would arrive.

After what felt like an eternity of walking, they finally came to a standstill. Jin let out a soft sigh but quickly regretted it when he felt Taehyung's grip on his hand tightened.

He became relieved when he heard a familiar voice, which was soon cut short. "Sir, Your Majesty, everything has been-"

"Take him inside, and do not let him out of your sight until I return." Jin was startled by Taehyung's commanding voice and suddenly felt a push from behind as he went forward.

Thankfully, Hoseok's hand reached out and held him, preventing him from slipping.

"Could he be any more of a gentleman?" Jin heard Hoseok grumble.

Taking Jin's hand into his, Hoseok said, "Come with me, sweet prince; I am sure you are tired and possibly hungry."

"I am fine," Jin responded softly, not wanting to be of any trouble to anyone. He had already felt like he was in deep trouble with Taehyung, and that was enough for him.

"I highly suggest that you eat," Hoseok spoke firmly to Seokjin as they entered the King's quarters. He turned to face Seokjin, gazing directly at him. "You are now within the King's dwelling. It appears you may be staying here, although I cannot be certain, as his preferences tend to shift frequently along with his demands."

Hoseok was still irritated with Taehyung for ordering him to prepare for Seokjin to return with him to his quarters at the last minute despite being previously advised otherwise. He wasn't sure whether it was just for the night or for good, and he struggled to get the answers he needed.

"Okay, now that I have probably said too much, why don't you tell me what you would like to eat? I can get that prepared for you."

"I am fine; I am not hungry," Jin responded, still feeling shaken up by all that had happened.

Hoseok groaned. "Seokjin, are you aware of what will happen tonight? Do you understand you're going to become Our King's official mate, the most powerful Alpha in our kingdom? You need to eat and boost your energy. I know you're feeling anxious right now, so you don't feel like you need to eat, but please do; you'll thank me later."

"Okay, I will eat and thank you."

Jin had no appetite, but he knew Hoseok was right, and he needed to prepare himself.

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Hoseok stood to his feet as soon as he heard the sound of footsteps coming near the door of the room he was in, his head bowed immediately following the entrance of the King into the room.

"Sir, Your Majesty, welcome back. Seokjin hasn't left my sight; he just went to the bathroom."

"You are free to leave."

A sigh of relief escaped Hoseok, "Thank-"

"After today, access to this room and my quarters is restricted. Make sure this is treated as a formal order!" Taehyung commanded as he moved and positioned himself in front of Hoseok.

Hoseok instantly bowed his head and nodded repeatedly, "Yes, Sir, Your Majesty, I will ensure that this is communicated to everyone-"

"Stop calling me Your Majesty!"

"Got it, Sir; your - request has been registered." Hoseok pulled his lips together, hoping Taehyung hadn't noticed his almost-slip up.

It had not been very clear to him as to how he was supposed to refer to Taehyung, given that he had not yet been formally appointed King, yet he was recognized to be the King. He was relieved that the ritual of crowning him was just one day away.

"Leave."

Hoseok instantly exited the room after hearing Taehyung's words.

At the same time, upon exiting the bathroom, Jin felt a wave of nervousness wash over him as he noticed Taehyung's presence in the room. He remained motionless near the entrance of the bathroom, unsure of what to do next.

When Taehyung turned to face him, he carefully glanced away. However, when he heard Taehyung's footsteps approaching, his pulse rate soared, and the tingling burning, which had before seemed taunting and light, became stifling and overpowering again.

He had no idea what to anticipate as Taehyung approached him, and as his footsteps came to a halt and he stood in front of him, it seemed like a scorching pit was engulfing him. He was sweating terribly, and the overwhelming scent of Taehyung, thick as a forest field, made it difficult for him to remain still.

However, as Taehyung's fingers grabbed his arm, he froze, overcome with anxiety, curiosity, dread, and heat.

"Drink this!" He felt something solid thrust into his chest, which altered his state of mind since it was not what he was expecting.

He established a short eye contact with Taehyung before taking hold of the steel silver bottle, opening it, and sipping what he was told to drink. The first drink caused him to choke; the harsh flavor made him feel nauseous right away.

"Drink all of it now!" Taehyung said aggressively.

Even though he was straining, Jin raised the bottle to his lips and drank what was offered. When he was finished, he regurgitated the majority of it into his mouth but pushed himself to swallow it again until it was all gone.

The bottle was removed from his grasp, and he started to feel dizzy. The last thing he recalled after that was being scooped up and lowered into the bed.

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The last five days had felt like torture to Jin; it was as though he had been hit with a nasty flu, and it had been hard for him to make it out of bed. The only time he got out was when he battled his way to the bathroom, which he had to do often since he was continually vomiting up.

He seldom saw anybody, just a doctor who came into the room on occasion to check on him, never spoke to him, and left before he could find the courage to speak.

He usually woke up to food on a tray table next to his bed, which he had rarely eaten since he was so sick with the flu. Throughout his time being sick, he never once saw the King and had felt guilty for falling sick suddenly, which had delayed their official mating.

Jin felt a sharp and agonizing cramp while resting in bed, causing him to scream out loudly and grasp the bed sheets tightly.

The doctor upon hearing him, entered the room and raced to his side. He opened a bag, drew out a kit, and readied a needle before getting closer to Jin and injecting his arm.

"It's alright; you're going to be okay. The most awful part is about to end." The doctor advised Jin to remain calm while wiping sweat from his forehead with a tissue.

"It hurts!" Jin let out, feeling only pain and pressure.

"I know, just let it go; you are almost there."

"What's happening to me?" Jin responded, pain-filled in his voice as he felt a puddle of wetness between his legs.

"I am sorry, but you are experiencing a miscarriage."

Jin felt a sudden numbness wash over him, his body stiffening before a sharp wave of pain hit him, prompting a cry to escape his lips.

As time passed, the pain started to lessen, yet Jin didn't experience any sense of relief. Instead, he felt stunned and distraught.

"I am pregnant?" he inquired, his voice trembling.

"You weren't aware?" The doctor inquired with a puzzled expression.

Jin shook his head while tears streamed down his cheek.

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"The hard part is over; I am sorry to share this news with you. However, I can confirm that although he seems to be down right now, he is currently resting and is expected to improve over the next 48 hours. His vitals are also coming along better now. Strangely, he appeared to be unaware that he was pre-" The doctor's speech was abruptly interrupted as his neck got twisted and broke, causing his lifeless body to collapse to the ground.

After that, Taehyung stepped over the body and made his way toward the room where Seokjin was located.