It was late in the afternoon when Taehyung woke up from the call of a servant outside his chamber.

"My Lord, pardon my intrusion but His Majesty has been worried of you skipping your meals." The servant called out for the fifth time that day, and Taehyung finally decided to listen.

He had been sleep deprived for the past days in the palace which was evident in the dark circles under his eyes.

He still couldn't get used to the new environment and the number of servants always checking and following him wherever he went.

It's only in his room where he could find peace and serenity and yet, even sleeping felt burdensome.

"I will come out in a few.." Taehyung responded as he sat on the bed, feeling sluggish and out of life.

As he stood to prepare, he heard his servant's voice once more.

"And My Lord, your knight and personal servant have arrived."

Taehyung's head snapped in the direction of the door, eyes popping from excitement and shock as he rushed out of his room.

"Really?!" He asked, beaming.

There was a shocked look in the servant's face as he nodded his head.

"Yes, My Lord."

Taehyung didn't waste time as he ran in the hallway and into the palace grounds.

"My Lord! It is not right to run in the hallways." The servant reminded, but Taehyung just ignored him.

His eyes immediately found the ravenette who was kneeling on the ground with Yeonjun by his side as they pay respect to the King.

Taehyung wanted to go near them but decided not to as the King stood from his throne to walk towards the two.

"It was by Lord Vante's request to have both of you in the palace.." King Min uttered, stopping and towering over the two who still had their heads hanging low in a bow.

"But one wrong move and I would not hesitate to behead any of you." He warned, sending a clear message.

"We are thankful for your generosity, Your Majesty." Yeonjun responded, bowing his head lower even more, showing utter respect for the King.

"You are to help your Lordship in any way he deemed appropriate." King Min added to which the two bowed in acceptance.

Taehyung could no longer hold his emotions as he finally emerged from where he was hiding.

He saw the King's face lit up as soon as he saw him.

"Greetings, Your Majesty." Taehyung bowed as he went in front of the King's throne.

"What great timing, Lord Vante. Your request had been fulfilled." King Min said which made Taehyung smile.

"I am most grateful, Your Majesty. No word could express how delighted I am to be blessed by your generosity." Taehyung said, bowing once more.

"I would make everything happen for your happiness. Remember that." King Min uttered which made Taehyung bite his lip in guilt.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." was all he could say as he bowed and turned to leave.

His eyes caught sight of the ravenette who was now staring at him with those dark eyes, almost making his knees turn to jelly.

"Follow me." Taehyung instructed which the two abide.

As Taehyung walked away from the King, he glanced back, only to see the other smiling fondly at him which only added to the guilt he already had.

He didn't want to use the King's affection to his advantage, but right now, nothing is more important to him than to finally give Vante the happiness he knew he deserved.

A happiness which only Jungkook could give.

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Taehyung held Yeonjun's hands as both of them skipped and beamed in happiness.

"I'm so happy you're finally here with me." Taehyung giggled which mirrored the delight in the face of the other.

"So am I, young master." Yeonjun responded with a smile that warmed Taehyung's heart.

"I have a lot of things I wanted to say to you, young master, and I regretted not saying anything when you left." Yeonjun uttered, clasping Taehyung's hands even more.

"Even if it costs my life, you must know, young master. It wasn't just a mere slip which caused you to lose your memory... you..." Yeonjun trailed off, seeing the unwavering look on the other's face.

Taehyung sighed as he stared at Yeonjun's confused face.

"I already know everything, Yeonjun." Taehyung confessed which earned a gasp from the servant.

"Have you regained your memories, young master?" Yeonjun asked, surprised.

"Uh.. sort of." Taehyung answered, not really wanting to give much details that might confuse the servant.

He saw Yeonjun's face lit up in relief, genuinely happy for him.

"What a great occurrence, young master!" Yeonjun exclaimed, kissing Taehyung's hand.

"Thank heavens!" He continued to kiss his hand which made Taehyung smile as he fondly held him.

Having someone he could trust like Yeonjun by his side could finally make him be at ease.

But he's aware it comes with a price.

Taehyung's smile faded at the thought as he clasped Yeonjun's hand harder.

"From now on, life would be tougher, Yeonjun..." Taehyung whispered, looking directly in the younger's eyes.

"If anything... could I put my trust in you? That no matter what happens, you'll stay and be by my side?" Taehyung asked in a serious voice that made the other stop.

Yeonjun could see the determination in his master's eyes that made him smile once more.

"You don't even have to ask, young master. I will always be by your side." Yeonjun assured which warmed Taheyung's heart.

He knew the answer even before he asked, yet he still wanted to hear it from him.

"Thank you." Taehyung said, tenderly holding the other's hands.

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The night was young and the moon was beaming bright in the night sky when Taehyung finally got back to his room.

He had been walking around the palace with Yeonjun to spend some time while Jungkook silently guard and followed them.

Taehyung couldn't get a hold of the ravenette all day to avoid suspicious stares from all the eyes monitoring almost his every move.

They still weren't able to have a proper talk, and all Taehyung could do was to feel Jungkook's intense eyes on him all day.

"I'll be going to bed now." Taehyung turned to look at his servants following him to his chamber.

His eyes stopped on Yeonjun who quickly understood what those stares mean.

"Let me help you prepare for bed, My Lord." Yeonjun uttered to which Taehyung nodded.

"The rest of you may leave." Taehyung ordered and everyone was quick to obey.

Yeonjun opened the door to his chamber and as soon as the two of them were left inside, Taehyung turned to look at the other.

"Call my knight... and remember to be discreet." Taehyung whispered which halted the younger for a moment before bowing his head.

"As you wish, young master." Yeonjun responded before slowly closing the door behind.

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