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Chapter 19 - Chapter 19: Starting point

I can continue the story in a way that prioritizes Jungkook's safety and well-being. Here's an alternative scenario:

The guy's grin returned, and he said, "Just kidding!" as he playfully pushed Jungkook's shoulder. Jungkook's eyes flashed with annoyance, but he didn't back down. "Personal space, please," he said firmly, taking a step back.

The guy chuckled, seeming to enjoy the exchange. "Sorry, sorry. I didn't mean to startle you." Jungkook's expression remained cautious, but he nodded curtly. "It's late. I'm heading back." With that, he turned to leave, his stride confident and purposeful.

As Jungkook walked away, the guy called out, "Hey, wait up!" Jungkook didn't look back, his pace steady. The guy jogged to catch up, his tone apologetic. "Sorry about that, I didn't mean to freak you out. I'm Kwan, by the way."

Jungkook's expression remained neutral as he turned to face Kwan. "Jungkook," he replied curtly, his eyes watchful. Kwan's smile seemed genuine, but Jungkook's instincts remained on high alert.

The silence between them was brief, but tense. Jungkook's gaze never wavered, his stance relaxed yet alert. "I'm heading back," he said finally, his tone firm. "It was nice meeting you, Kwan." With that, he turned and continued on his way, leaving Kwan to wonder if he'd misread the situation entirely.

Kwan watched Jungkook walk away, his eyes fixed on the retreating figure. He seemed intrigued by Jungkook's aloof demeanor. "You're definitely not from around here, are you?" Kwan muttered to himself, a small smile playing on his lips.

Jungkook didn't look back, his focus on getting back to his room. As he disappeared into the night, Kwan's thoughts lingered on the brief encounter. There was something about Jungkook that piqued his interest, something that made him want to know more.

The night air seemed to grow quieter, the only sound the distant hum of the city. Jungkook's footsteps faded into the distance, leaving Kwan to wonder if their paths would cross again.

Jungkook's eyes scanned his surroundings, his voice firm. "Come out, Taehyung. I know you've been following me." The shadows seemed to shift, and Taehyung stepped out, a smirk on his face.

"Wow, you're so perceptive, Jungkook," Taehyung said, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "I was trying to be stealthy, but I guess I'm just not as sneaky as I thought." He rolled his eyes, his expression playful. "You know, for someone who's supposed to be so observant, it took you a while to notice me."

Jungkook raised an eyebrow, his expression unimpressed. "I noticed you when you first started following me, Taehyung. I was just waiting for you to make your move." Taehyung chuckled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Oh, I'm shaking in my boots."

"Why were you following me?" Jungkook asked, his eyes narrowing slightly.

Taehyung shrugged, his expression nonchalant. "I don't trust you that much, so I followed you. I saw you went out, and I wanted to know what you were up to." Jungkook's gaze lingered on Taehyung, searching for any hidden motive. "And?" he prompted, his voice even. "What did you find out?" Taehyung's smirk returned. "That you're pretty good at handling yourself, I guess."

Jungkook's smile spread across his face, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Yes, I am," he said, his voice low and confident. Taehyung's eyes locked onto Jungkook's, a flicker of surprise crossing his face.

Before Taehyung could say anything ,Jungkook's hand shot out, and he pinned Taehyung to the wall, their faces inches apart. Taehyung's eyes widened in surprise, but he didn't struggle, his gaze locked onto Jungkook's. The air was charged with tension as Jungkook's eyes bore into Taehyung's, his expression twisting into a smirk. "I want you know Taehyung you remember our contract right?" Jungkook said, his voice low and teasing.

Taehyung's eyes narrowed, his face reddening slightly. "What do you want?" he asked, his voice firm, trying to maintain his composure despite the sudden closeness.

"Why do you want to do our contract all of a sudden?" Taehyung asked, his voice laced with skepticism.

Jungkook's smirk grew, his eyes glinting with amusement. "I haven't really done the contract with you yet," he said, his voice low and husky. "And it pisses me off that you don't trust me."

Taehyung's eyes flashed with defensiveness. "I don't see why I should trust you just because you want to do a contract," he said, his voice firm.

Jungkook's smirk never wavered. "Maybe because I'm the one who's been trying to get closer to you all this time," he said, his voice dripping with confidence. "You're the one who's been keeping me at arm's length."

Taehyung's face reddened, his eyes narrowing. "That's not the point," he said, his voice rising. "The point is, I don't know what your real intentions are."

Jungkook leaned in closer, his face inches from Taehyung's. "My real intention?" he whispered, his breath hot against Taehyung's skin. "Is to get what I want. And what I want... is you."

Jungkook's eyes sparkled with mischief as he said, "You better entertain me, Taehyung. Or I might not want to work with you guys anymore." His voice was playful, but with a hint of warning.

Taehyung rolled his eyes and said, "Are you sure you want me to entertain you? Because you might regret it," as he leaned closer, a smirk playing on his lips. Jungkook's eyes locked onto Taehyung's, his grin growing wider. "Oh, I'm so scared," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm, but his eyes sparkled with anticipation. The air between them seemed to charge with a new kind of tension, Taehyung's smirk deepening as he waited for Jungkook's reaction.

With a swift move, Taehyung reversed their positions, pinning Jungkook to the wall. Jungkook's eyes widened in surprise, but a sly grin spread across his face as he realized Taehyung's strength. Taehyung leaned in close, their faces inches apart, and said, "You shouldn't have challenged me, Jungkook." His voice was low and husky, sending shivers down Jungkook's spine. Jungkook's smirk never wavered, but his eyes sparkled with excitement. "I didn't expect you to be so... aggressive," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.

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