MY REDEMPTION •KTH FF•

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As you and Taehyung exited from Yoora's birthday party, the night air was cool against your skin, carrying the faint scent of blooming flowers that surrounded the venue. Taehyung's arm draped over your shoulders as he guided you towards the car, his touch warm and comforting.

"Thank you for everything, love," Taehyung said softly as he pulled you into a tight hug, his embrace enveloping you with a sense of security. You could feel his heartbeat against your chest, steady and strong

You smiled as you hugged him back, feeling the warmth of his embrace. "You don't have to thank me, Taehyung. I love being by your side through everything."

Taehyung held you closer, his arms wrapped around you protectively. "I know, but I don't say it enough. You mean the world to me, and I don't know what I would do without you."

Tears welled up in your eyes as you gazed at him, overwhelmed by his words. "I love you, Taehyung. You mean everything to me," you said, your heart full of love for the man standing before you.

Taehyung smiled, his eyes shining with emotion. "I love you too, more than words can express. You're my rock, my support, my everything," he said, his voice filled with conviction.

As you settle into the car and Taehyung starts the engine, he reaches over to intertwine his fingers with yours, a simple gesture that speaks volumes. "I'm so lucky to have you by my side, always supporting me," he says, his gaze briefly meeting yours before focusing back on the road ahead.

Sitting in the car, the familiar comfort of your home waiting in the distance, you both fell into a comfortable silence. The soft hum of the engine filled the space between you, a soothing backdrop to your thoughts. You steal glances at Taehyung every now and then, admiring his profile in the dim light of the car.

As you reach home, Taehyung parks the car and turns to you with a smile. "Thank you for being you," he says, his eyes full of affection.

You lean in to peck him on the lips, a sweet and simple gesture that conveys all your love for him. "I wouldn't want it any other way," you reply, feeling grateful for the love that surrounds you.

With a smile, you both step out of the car and walk hand in hand into your home.

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Mr. Kim cleared his throat, "Jin, have you thought about the business proposal I told you about?"

Jin nodded, taking a sip of his water. "Yes, Dad. I've been going over the numbers. It looks promising."

Mr. Kim smiled proudly. "That's my boy. You have a sharp mind for business. I believe this venture could really take off."

Jin furrowed his brow slightly, "But what about the potential risks, Dad? Have you considered those?"

Mr. Kim chuckled, "Of course, Jin. There are always risks in business. But without taking a chance, we'll never know what we can achieve."

Jin nodded thoughtfully, "I see your point, Dad. I'll do some more research and we can discuss it further tomorrow."

Mr. Kim looked up from his work, his eyes filled with nostalgia. "I miss Taehyung," he admitted softly.

Jin's eyes widened in understanding. "Taehyung's creativity and unique perspective always brought a fresh energy to the business."

Mr. Kim nodded, a small smile playing on his lips. "Exactly. He had a way of looking at things that no one else did. His bold ideas pushed us out of our comfort zones and into new opportunities."

Jin nodded in agreement, "I miss him too. The office hasn't been the same since he left."

Jin, sensing his father's longing, placed a comforting hand on Mr. Kim's shoulder. "Do you want to meet him, Dad? I can arrange for us to visit him," Jin suggested.

A flicker of hope lit up Mr. Kim's eyes as he gazed at his son with gratitude. "Yes, Jin, I would love that more than anything," he replied softly.

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Mrs. Kim sat in her quiet room, holding onto a faded photo of her son Taehyung. Tears streamed down her cheeks as memories flooded her mind. She remembered all the moments she had neglected him, too caught up in her own worries and problems to pay him the attention he deserved. She had missed out on so much, she realized now.

"Why didn't I spend more time with you, Taehyung?" Mrs. Kim whispered to herself, her voice barely audible in the empty room.

"I wish I had been a better mother to you, Taehyung," Mrs. Kim whispered to the photo, her voice quivering with emotion. "I was always so busy with work, too preoccupied to see the sadness in your eyes."

She remembered the times she had scolded him for not living up to her expectations, for not being like the children of her friends and neighbors.

As she spoke, she could almost hear Taehyung's voice in her mind, filled with a mixture of hurt and longing. "Mom, why don't you ever listen to me? Why don't you understand how much I need you?"

The sound of her son's imagined words cut through Mrs. Kim's heart like a knife. She remembered the hurtful words she had spoken, the high expectations she had set, and the constant comparisons to others that had left Taehyung feeling inadequate. She closed her eyes tightly, trying to push away the guilt that threatened to consume her.

"I'm so sorry, Taehyung," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. "I promise to do better, to be there for you, no matter what."

In that moment, Mrs. Kim made a vow to herself to make amends for her past mistakes.

"I may not have been the mother you needed before, but I will be now," Mrs. Kim declared, her voice filled with determination. "I will make things right, for you, my dear Taehyung."

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As Taehyung's head rested comfortably in your lap, you gently massaged his scalp, enjoying the peaceful moment together. Suddenly, the serene atmosphere was interrupted by the familiar ringtone of Taehyung's phone. With a slight groan, he reached out to grab his phone, glancing at the caller ID. It was Jin, his older brother.

"Hey hyung, what's up?" Taehyung answered, his voice warm and relaxed.

"Hey little bro, just checking in. Are you busy?" Jin's voice crackled through the phone.
Taehyung chuckled, "Not really, just getting a head massage. What's on your mind?"

Jin hesitated for a moment before speaking, "I wanted to talk to you about something important. Can we meet up tomorrow?"

Taehyung tilted his head, a curious expression on his face. "Sure, Is everything okay?"

"I will explain you tomorrow itself." Jin said.

Taehyung placed his phone aside, turning his attention back to you. "Well, looks like we have dinner plans now. Thanks for the amazing scalp massage, by the way."

You smiled, running your fingers through his hair one last time. "Anytime, Taehyung."

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