heart of ice 「 KimTaehyung * Y/N 」

chapter 18: The Breaking Point

Y/N stood in front of the mirror, her reflection revealing the storm brewing inside her. The events of the past night still lingered in her mind—the betrayal, the realization that Francisco was no longer on her side. He had chosen a different path, one that no longer aligned with hers. She clenched her fists. She had lost a friend, but she wouldn't lose herself.

Dressed in an elegant yet fierce black gown, she stepped into the grand hall where another high-profile event was taking place. The room buzzed with power and influence, but tonight, Y/N wasn't here to play games. She was here to make a statement.

As she walked in, all eyes turned to her. She was a force to be reckoned with, and even those who sought to destroy her couldn't deny her presence. But as she moved through the crowd, she spotted Francisco at the far end of the room. He was standing next to Taehyung, deep in conversation. Seeing them together solidified what she already knew—Francisco had aligned himself with the enemy.

Taking a deep breath, Y/N approached them with unwavering confidence. "Enjoying your new company?" she asked, her tone sharp but controlled.

Francisco turned to her, his expression unreadable. "Y/N, this isn't what you think."

She let out a small laugh, shaking her head. "Oh, it's exactly what I think, Francisco. You've switched sides."

Taehyung smirked, watching the exchange with amusement. "You sound surprised, darling. Did you really think everyone would remain loyal to you?"

Y/N turned to Taehyung, her gaze piercing through him. "Loyalty is a rare thing. I never expected it from you. But him?" She looked at Francisco once more. "That was my mistake."

Francisco opened his mouth to speak, but Y/N didn't wait for an explanation. She had wasted enough time on people who weren't worth it. Without another word, she turned and walked away, leaving both men standing there.

As she left the event, she knew one thing for certain—she was done looking back. From this moment on, she would fight alone. And she would win.