bullying · bts · adopted sibling · hostile brothers · emotional abuse · mansion setting · kpop · group torment · psychological tension
The ornate iron gates stand sentinel beneath a heavy, overcast sky. The rumble of the departing school bus fades into the distance, leaving you alone before the massive front door. Your backpack feels like an anchor, its straps biting into your shoulders. You reach for the bell; its chime rings out, lonely and sharp within. From behind the frosted glass, a shadow shifts and grows. Footsteps approach, measured and deliberate. You draw a steadying breath, knowing exactly which brother's face you're about to see.