Liability (VSOO)[18+]

•Epilogue• Part 1

Time slipped away, morphing into two decades without notice. Each day's end brought a chance for renewal, while every morning dawned with fresh perspective. Taehyung found solace in the comforting presence of his beloved by his side. With her head gently nestled on his left arm, she peacefully slumbered through the quiet hours of the morning.

Anticipation filled the air as Jisoo and Taehyung awaited the arrival of their newest family member, filling their hearts with immense joy and happiness. Over the past two decades, they had built a strong and loving family, feeling content and fulfilled in the life they had created together.

Even though Taehyung had awakened an hour earlier, he remained in bed, captivated by the beauty of his queen lying beside him. Memories and thoughts flooded his mind, sparked by her enchanting beauty, leaving him lost in a reverie of admiration for the woman he cherished.

As Taehyung observed the gentle lines etched around his queen's mouth and eyes, evidence of the passage of time and shared experiences, he marveled at the depth of her resilience and strength. Those subtle marks told a story of a life lived with him, revealing the wisdom and determination she had acquired while standing by his side in their rule. In that moment, he realized that he could not have envisioned a more fitting and admirable queen.

Yet, the most exquisite aspect of those lines gracing her face were the years she had devoted to bearing and raising their children. She was not only an extraordinary queen but, above all, an exceptional mother to their offspring.

Jisoo felt the familiar gaze upon her, a sensation she had grown accustomed to over the years spent by his side.

"You're awake?" Jisoo inquired softly, her hand reaching towards his face, her eyes still closed with drowsiness. A small chuckle escaped Taehyung's lips at her words.

"How do you always know?" Taehyung mused softly. "Without even opening your eyes... you always know that I'm staring at you!" Jisoo smiled and slowly fluttered her eyes open.

"I've told you countless times... I feel you in my bones, my love," Jisoo whispered with a tender smile, her gaze locked with his captivating eyes. Taehyung chuckled once more, gently gliding his hand over her large belly, the arrival of their new addition just days away.

"I'm endlessly fascinated by how well you know me," Taehyung expressed, leaning in closer to emphasize his point. Jisoo smiled and reciprocated the kiss, her hand resting steadily against his chest as she felt him drawing her nearer.

"I...know...."

"You....love me!" Jisoo murmured softly between their kisses. Taehyung smiled and nodded in agreement, his affirmation unspoken but deeply felt.

"Yes... I do.... I love every single thing about you," Taehyung murmured against her lips. Their breaths mingled as their bodies resonated with the heat between them. Just as Taehyung was about to draw her even closer, a sudden loud creak interrupted their intimate moment.