The world had always been a distant blur to Taehyung-something he observed from behind a thick glass, never quite stepping in. He existed, but he never truly lived. People admired him from afar, whispered his name like he was some untouchable myster...
"He was a storm she didn't see coming, and she was the calm he never thought he'd need."
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CHAPTER - XIX ~ WHERE SILENCE ECHOES
🎧: "Save Me" – BTS
🌈AUTHOR's POV:
They won.
Their effortless synchronization, the way they moved as if the music itself flowed through them—it was mesmerizing. The chemistry they exuded wasn't forced; it wasn't just for the competition. It was theirs, something unspoken yet deeply felt. And the judges saw right through it.
There were no unnecessary flourishes, no overcomplicated steps. Just two souls dancing, lost in their own world, shutting out everything and everyone. Their connection was so undeniable, it was almost poetic.
After the awards and congratulatory handshakes, the photoshoot commenced. The event organizers had spared no expense, hiring the city's most sought-after photographer to capture the winning pair.
One particular candid shot from their dance was already making waves—a breathtaking frame that encapsulated their perfect harmony, their expressions raw and unfiltered. The shutterbug's impeccable skill only amplified the magic of the moment.
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While the photographer was a professional, Taehyung wasn't about to let him take control. Posing came naturally to him—his photogenic face and effortless charm turning every frame into a masterpiece. He was in his element, exuding confidence like a seasoned model, while Y/N, as if instinctively tuned to him, didn't need verbal direction. She simply followed his lead, understanding every unspoken cue as if they had rehearsed for this moment a thousand times.
The shoot had two concepts—one where they embodied a cute, love-struck teenage couple, and another where they exuded power and dominance. They nailed both effortlessly, as if the roles had been crafted just for them. Their chemistry was undeniable, their connection almost too real. Paparazzi swarmed the venue, eager to document the winning duo. But neither Y/N nor Taehyung paid them any mind. They were too caught up in their own little universe, existing solely in each other's presence.
Lost in the photoshoot, they fell into their familiar rhythm—zoning out the world, basking in each other's presence, savoring the moment as if it was theirs alone.
"Why don't you guys try a kissing shot?" the director suggested.
"Yep, sure." Taehyung answered without hesitation, turning to whisper in Y/N's ear a moment later. "We'll just act like it."
She merely nodded, feeling dejected. She had totally forgotten that they were still acting. And acting only for the competition. The director totally deserved a massive double chocolate chip cookie for orchestrating this.
