Believe it or not, that the longer we are with someone, the more in tune we will be with them?

Taehyung experienced it.

Ever since he accepted to sleep with Jeongguk— Chasing release until Taehyung felt hungry and ended up sucking Jeongguk's blood by biting his shoulder. Taehyung started to throw away his ego little by little.

Realizing that Origin was not trying to hurt him in the slightest.

Coupled with the fact that they often end up using the same room, Taehyung is getting used to having the vampire beside him.

Used to wake up in the middle of the night just to ask the vampire to make love with him again.

Taehyung just followed instinct. Following the wolf, who began to not mind Jeongguk's touch.

It is now more than three weeks since they slept together for the first time. Which means Taehyung's womb is three months old.

His belly grew bigger and Taehyung was a little struggling to walk from one room to another due to the large space. Makes Alpha prefer to be in the room or sometimes in the library to find books that can be his entertainment.

This time Taehyung just finished cleaning the body. Jeongguk left first because the vampire said his father wanted to talk.

As soon as he finished wearing his big size satin shirt— Taehyung opted out. He was bored. Intend to search for Hyeyoon's whereabouts. The girl would usually wait in the living room before breakfast time arrived.

Of course Taehyung, who had breakfast earlier, was no longer hungry.

He stepped into the castle hall slowly. Occasionally returned a smile at the waiter who ducked to greet him.

Being cooped up in that large castle for a long time made him even begin to remember the faces of the workers there.

Taehyung was just about to take a step towards the living room when his ears heard Sohan, Hyesun, and Jeongguk's conversation.

The voice was so faint. Maybe from the next room which was three more rooms from where he stood.

Taehyung intends to ignore. But when the words about her womb entered her ears— Taehyung decided to eavesdrop a little.

He chuckled so his ears couldn't catch it clearly.

Taehyung closed his eyes. Trying to use the alphabet hearing.

There was a snort being heard. Then several sentences followed.

'I'm just giving you advice. Because if you can't change Taehyung and make him your bride— Then you'd better find another substitute to take care of your child and make him a mother. If anyone finds out you have children with wolves. It will be dangerous. ' Sohan's voice.

'But I can say that his mother couldn't survive. That's why I just raised it myself. Besides, there is still a possibility that my son and Taehyung will have two mixed bloods. He may still have abilities like a wolf. I'm not sure, but looking at Taehyung's strong status. That possibility will come down to our son. ' Jeongguk's voice.

'As long as he won't turn into a wolf at any given time or as long as he doesn't have a strong wolf scent then that's fine. We can train it. Precisely because I know the possibility that it could happen I ask you to find a surrogate mother figure. At least no one will suspect if you have a bride with vampire status. ' Sohan replied back.

"But will Taehyung agree?" This time Hyesun's voice was heard.

'Taehyung might never come back here, so he'll be fine with it. Trust me, I'm just trying to protect my own grandson, Jeongguk. '

Taehyung opened his eyes. Sohan's last words left Taehyung speechless. Don't want to hear anymore.

He touched his belly.

After he went through a lot of things, would he let someone else look after his child? With Jeongguk?

Did he let them be happy as if he never existed? As if Taehyung was never part of this family?

Right. From the start, Taehyung's job was only to take care of the womb. After the child is born, he will return to being Alpha. Will pretend nothing happened. that's the thruth.

But why does it feel so wrong now?

Taehyung hated the image of another figure carrying his son. He hated imagining another figure claiming to be the mother of his child.

Taehyung's mood grew cloudy. He turned his steps. Undo looking for Hyeyoon. He just took a random step. Want to get away from there.

Until finally Taehyung arrived at the park. He took a deep breath. Smelt the fragrance of the flowers before his eyes.

Taehyung decided to sit on the edge of the pool where the shower made the surrounding temperature cooler. This morning is not so bright. Maybe it's almost the same when compared to how he feels now.

He was pensive. Recalling the incident where he and Jeongguk met. How he was initially so awkward around the vampire family. But until now he had become so close— Isn't this wrong?

From the start his heart dared to beat for that Origin figure— Wasn't that completely against what he had planned with his family?

Taehyung realized. Maybe far from his wits, Taehyung realized there was an answer why he was getting comfortable with Jeongguk. Taehyung just refused to admit. Or can't you admit because of their status? Whatever it is, in reality they will separate. There will no longer be a relationship and her child will grow up with Jeongguk.

Taehyung might have accepted. Even if there was any idea of ​​him raising his own offspring— But Taehyung didn't want to be selfish. Everyone has sacrificed for him.

But coming back to the Jeongguk family talk, Taehyung just doesn't understand. He's even an Alpha. But in the last three months he's been safe. No one smelled his existence. Why do they have to find a surrogate mother? It's not like her son will fight at a year old is it?

Even if there was wolf blood in the cubs— They could train it to adulthood and when that time came no one would be suspicious.

They have power. Then they can disguise if there is a wolf smell in their cubs. Isn't everything so easy?

Taehyung looked up at the sky. Even in such a short time. Taehyung realized that what he was going through now might not be able to bury him as he promised at the beginning. He probably won't be able to touch his stomach without remembering that something has grown there. He may never be able to look at the garden at his house without remembering where he is currently sitting.

And he might never touch another person without remembering how Jeongguk touched him.

Taehyung sighed tiredly. Until when he heard footsteps— Alpha turned around. Found Jeon Namjoon there. Walked closer with the black umbrella in his hand.

From the first time he saw him, Taehyung could judge that the vampire was so calm, orderly, and maybe whatever was in his head was the right thing.

Oh, if only at that time all she met was Namjoon— Maybe this would never have happened right?

Taehyung snorted amused at his own thought.

"Hyeyoon is looking for you." Those are the words Taehyung heard when the handsome vampire arrived in front of him.

Taehyung looked at Namjoon, he knew the vampire couldn't read his mind. Somehow he knows the whole Jeongguk family can't read what he's thinking. Because if he could, then he should have made a fuss with Hyeyoon considering how often he cursed the girl's behavior in his head.

"Why can't you read my mind too? I'm lazy to talk." Taehyung found himself saying something like that.

Although sometimes it's really annoying when Jeongguk always reads his mind— But sometimes it's easier because he doesn't have to spend his energy talking when he's in a bad mood.

"Are you still not aware? I thought you knew from the start."

Taehyung suddenly raised an eyebrow.

"Jeongguk marked you. And that allowed him to lock your mind just for him. I don't know why he was so desperate to do that— Because usually we only mark figures that we will make companions." Namjoon said. A little walk to get closer to the bunch of red roses there.

"But considering that he even had the intention of entrusting his offspring to you, there is no doubt that Jeongguk is interested. Maybe so he will know your situation. This sign will give him a feeling if you are hurt." Namjoon continued. His hand picked a rose stalk. Bring it to Taehyung who is still silent.

Finding a rose in front of him, Taehyung grabbed it. Staring at Namjoon questioningly.

"I've been with Jeongguk for a long time. Until now I'm almost 40 years old and Hyeyoon turns 28, we are always together."

Taehyung glared. He knew vampires could keep his face looking charming but he didn't know they could be that old when he thought they were the same age as him.

"Jeongguk was never interested in anything. But ever since he came back from the forest with Hyeyoon— I knew he was interested in something. Until when I found out that he was interested in wolves, I honestly didn't expect that. It can't be helped, I'll even have a younger brother. again, so I decided not to care about your status. Besides that you are a good person, Taehyung. We may never talk this deep— But I thank you for being willing to come here. Even though Hyeyoon is older than you, she is still a child for vampire. That's why she made you his brother whether you married Jeongguk or not. "

Taehyung looked at the rose in his hand. Somehow hearing Namjoon's words made him realize how close they are now.

"Hyeyoon doesn't like seeing wolves. But he was so interested when she saw you. Jeongguk doesn't usually care about someone who is not his family but he cares about you from the start."

Taehyung suddenly looked at Namjoon. Seeing when the vampire smiled. Showing two dimples.

"He can kill and make you a vampire to have you but he doesn't do it. He respects your decision. Respects your family. Even though he doesn't speak, I see him. If what you're afraid of is Jeongguk forgetting you after this is over then my answer is impossible. bet, he would have rejected his father's suggestion of marrying after your child was born. "

"How do you know?" Taehyung replied. Surprised because Namjoon understood what he had been pondering all this time.

"I can't read your mind. I just saw you eavesdropping on Jeongguk and his parents."

"Oh— Sorry, I didn't mean to interfere." Taehyung muttered.

"No. As a parent of a child who is conceived it is natural if you worry about your child in the future. Moreover, I know Alpha is always protective of what they care about. And I am just happy, because you seem so fond of him now."

"Taehyung, Jeongguk trusted you so much from the start. So try to trust him more. I'm sure you guys will be fine. And I ask that now we come in because it's almost breakfast time. Hyeyoon will start making a fuss if you don't see you."

In the end Taehyung nodded. His smile came back.

"Thank you. This is the first flower I received here."

Namjoon laughed softly. "I think you're wrong." The two of them were still walking calmly.

"Why?" Taehyung looked at Namjoon who was still smiling.

"From the very beginning Jeongguk invited you to step on this park, he gave everything for you. Don't you know Taehyung, only family— Which means only we have ever set foot in Jeon Hyesun's favorite garden besides the workers."

Taehyung snorted. "But that's not what I meant."

"There is no need to break something to show that you gave it to someone. As Jeongguk never forced you to be part of a vampire just to make you part of our family. I only understand that now. Jeongguk likes things that live quietly. He likes things that walk. without having to force it. Isn't seeing a rose growing here more enjoyable than picking one as satisfaction? Because no matter how beautiful it is in your hands— Over time it will wither. "

Taehyung is dumbfounded. How he doesn't understand Jeongguk. How he still doesn't realize Jeongguk's kindness all this time.

They separated once Namjoon had permission to take care of things. Hyeyoon has appeared so the handsome vampire entrusts Taehyung to him.

"So you played in the park without asking me?" The girl scowled.

Taehyung couldn't help but laugh. "We're just talking. You shouldn't hear talk like that when you're too young." Taehyung was amused by his words. He could not believe that the girl was really 28 years old.

Oh, then how old is Jeongguk?

"Hyeyoon, can I ask you something?" Taehyung said. When the two of them were still walking towards the living room.

"Ask anything. As long as you don't ask me when I'm getting married, then I'll answer."

The Alpha snorted with amusement.

"How old is Jeongguk?"

Hyeyoon seemed to be thinking. "I remember 36 years. Why? Is he not good in bed anymore?"

Taehyung almost tripped on his own leg. "Don't say you heard—"

"Oh we always hear about it. But there's no need to worry. That's a good sign. The more you drink my brother's blood well and the more you get along, the better my brother will grow up there. That's why we never discussed anything about it. your bed activities. "

Taehyung felt his cheeks get hot. Isn't the room here soundproof? Or is it because their hearing is sharp? Or was it because he always let go of screaming when Jeongguk was too wild?

Taehyung didn't fully hear what Hyeyoon said. The girl was still talking as they walked. It's approaching breakfast time but Taehyung wants to stay in the living room.

"Go have breakfast. I'll wait here." Taehyung said when they had entered and Taehyung sat down.

But Hyeyoon actually sat beside him. Again touching Taehyung's belly enthusiastically.

"I want to accompany you. I'm not hungry. Leave me here."

Taehyung how could possibly refuse. Behind her sharp fangs, that girl really looks cute.

"All right. Do what you like. I'll rest for a bit."

But before Taehyung could close his eyes, Hyeyoon first touched his face.

"I was actually wondering, will your wolf be that pretty when you close your eyes? You're Alpha— You must be so big." The girl muttered.

Taehyung stared at the vampire.

If you remember, it's been a long time since he last shifted.

Honestly, he missed his Alpha form.

"You want to see my wolf?" Taehyung asked origin. If he wasn't pregnant, maybe asking Hyeyoon to compete would be fun.

But who would have thought that the question made Hyeyoon sit down quickly.

So enthusiastic.

"Are you going to show it? Please answer with 'yes'!"

Alpha suddenly chuckled. "But it doesn't seem like a good idea. My body can accidentally break things. And I don't want the passing guards to get scared when they see me." Even if it felt good to be able to run on all fours— Taehyung still remembered where he was.

Hyeyoon looked frowned. The girl seemed to be in deep thought. "Now I really want to kidnap you into the jungle so we can play."

"Don't be crazy. There's no way we can get out — Although to be honest I miss stepping on forest soil." Taehyung muttered at the end.

Hyeyoon's smile suddenly appeared. "Actually, if I took you. There's a gate at the back. If I took you away the guards probably wouldn't have suspected it. They know my scent well."

One flick on Taehyung Berries forehead. "And you think they won't even notice I'm with you?"

"You put on my robe! I will run as fast as the light— You must know even i'm is a girl but I may be more strong than your wolf." Either because she was too enthusiastic, Hyeyoon just got more excited. To think that they could go out to play for a bit— After all, it's morning, even if the weather isn't good, there will still be a few vampires hanging around.

"Not far, maybe just near the lotus valley. A place where I often alone when I get mad at Namjoon or Jeongguk." Remembering a familiar place made the beautiful vampire even more eager to show Taehyung the puddle decorated with lotus leaves and flowers.

Truly— That sounds like fun.

But Taehyung certainly didn't just agree. "I'm not sure. After all I promised not to leave without permission—"

"Just 5 minutes, you change, I see your wolf. Then we come back again. Maybe we will arrive before they realize we are not here." Hyeyoon interrupted. Do not give up.

Taehyung must have longed for his freedom too much. Until when Hyeyoon pulled the tip of his arm repeatedly— Alpha nodded.

Exiting the castle once didn't make him a rebel, did he? He just missed the forest out there too much.