heart of ice 「 KimTaehyung * Y/N 」

Chapter 9: Shattered Illusion

Chapter 9: Shattered Illusions

Y/N walked through the grand hallway of the afterparty, every eye drawn to her presence. Confidence radiated from her like an unshakable force, and power pulsed in every step she took. Tonight, she was not just a model; she was a queen who commanded attention, a woman who refused to be overshadowed.

Taehyung watched from a distance, his grip on his glass tightening. There was something about the way she carried herself that made his blood boil. She was supposed to be beneath him, controlled by him. And yet, she remained untouchable, untamed.

Lisa noticed his distraction and scoffed. "You're obsessed with her," she spat, her jealousy evident. "And she knows it."

Y/N approached a table surrounded by elite businessmen, the kind of men who built empires with their words alone. Without hesitation, she slid into a seat, crossing her legs effortlessly. "Gentlemen," she greeted, her voice smooth yet authoritative. "Shall we discuss business?"

One of the men chuckled. "A supermodel talking business?"

Y/N smirked, leaning forward. "Darling, I don't just walk runways—I own them. You see, I have influence. The kind of influence that can either make your brands iconic or irrelevant. So tell me... do you want to be in my favor or against it?"

The air shifted. The men exchanged glances before nodding, intrigued. Within minutes, Y/N had effortlessly maneuvered the conversation in her favor, proving she was more than just a pretty face.

Taehyung's jaw clenched as he watched her dominate the room. It was infuriating how easily she thrived in a world he believed was his to control.

Francisco leaned in close to Y/N, whispering something in her ear that made her laugh. The sound was melodic, dangerous. She turned her gaze toward Taehyung, her amusement only growing as she caught the dark storm brewing in his eyes.

Then, with deliberate slowness, she raised her glass in his direction, as if toasting to his demise.

Lisa seethed beside him. "Are you really going to let her humiliate you like this?"

Taehyung's eyes never left Y/N's as he murmured, "This isn't over."

Y/N tilted her head, as if reading his thoughts. Then, with a smirk that could set the world ablaze, she turned her back on him and walked away—untouchable, fearless, and more powerful than ever before.