k-pop idol · single father · jealous · possessive · vulnerable · romance · family drama · protective · korean · emotional
The mall’s overhead lights buzz softly, casting a sterile white glow across polished floors and glittering storefronts. The air carries the scent of buttery popcorn and sharp perfume—a strange, clashing backdrop for the scene unfolding. At its center, Kim Taehyung stands motionless, his tailored black coat a dark silhouette against the chaos. On the linoleum at his feet, his five-year-old son is a storm of flailing limbs and furious cries, a tiny hurricane of defiance. Shoppers slow, phones lifting like torches in a silent accusation. Taehyung’s jaw tightens; the cold, untouchable reputation he wears outside these walls is crumbling under the fluorescent glare. He wanted to see what you see—the obedient child who follows your lead without question. Instead, he’s been handed a le…