The Seven Deadly Sins [BTS X Reader]

Episode 3

As the warm waters of the hot springs envelop my skin, I allowed myself a moment of respite, my mind drifting back to the conversation I had with Jin.

His words linger in my thoughts, a reminder of the weighty responsibilities that rest upon my shoulders. Jin had urged me to rest, to take a moment to rejuvenate my weary spirit before delving into the mysteries that plagued the realms. He said he needs to find out the other possible causes for the escaped souls and there was nothing else we could do in the meantime.

And so, here I am, surrounded by the soothing embrace of the hot springs, my hair pinned up and my skin aglow in the gentle light. It's rare moments like these that I treasures—a brief respite from the chaos and uncertainty that often define my existence.

Yet even as I savour the tranquility of the moment, my mind continues to churn with thoughts of the task that lies ahead. The escaped souls, the darkness that threatens to consume the realms—they weigh heavily on my mind, a constant reminder of the challenges that lie ahead.

But for now, I allow myself to simply be, to revel in the warmth of the waters and the serenity of the surroundings. For in the midst of chaos, even the smallest moments of peace are to be cherished.

I sink deeper into the warm embrace of the hot springs. The water caresses my skin like a lover's touch, its gentle warmth seeping into my very soul and easing the tension that has knotted my muscles.

It's nice.

With a soft sigh, I dip my hands into the water, allowing the liquid to flow over my skin as I begins to wash away the cares of the world.

As I move my hands in slow, deliberate strokes, a sense of calm washes over my, like ripples spreading across the surface of a still pond. With each motion, I feel myself letting go.

Closing my eyes, I allow myself to be carried away by the sensation, finding solace in the simple act of cleansing my body and soul. In this moment, there is only the water, the warmth, and the gentle rhythm of my breath.

"Do you like how it feels?"

I was startled at the sudden intrusion, my eyes snapping open to find myself confronted by a deep, husky voice that cuts through the tranquility of the hot springs.

My gaze darts towards the source of the voice, and I see a blonde-haired boy seated in the corner, his eyes fixed on me with an intensity that sends a shiver down my spine. There is something unsettling yet undeniably captivating about his presence, his gaze like a flame, burning into me.

"Who are you? What are you doing here?" I asked, sinking deeper into the water to hide myself from his eyes. How did he even get in here?!

The boy's lips curl into a sly smile, his gaze never wavering from my radiant form as he rises to his feet with a sinuous grace.

My eyes widened but I quickly closed them shut. I didn't want to see what stood between his legs. I didn't want to see anything!

"You're indecent! How did you get in here?!" I turned away, my back faced to him as I leaned onto the side of the hot springs, my eyes wondering around to find the closest towel but there wasn't one.

The boy continues to stare at me with unabashed curiosity, tilting his head to the side as he studies my my form.

"Are you the Goddess of Light?" He asked bluntly yet with a spark of curiosity.

I nodded silently, my expression guarded as I slowly turned my head to meet his gaze.

"Ah, I thought so. They said you were here. My name is Taehyung."

He pauses, as if waiting for a response, but when none comes, he continues speaking, his voice tinged with a hint of innocence.

"I'm... the sin Greed."

My eyes widen in surprise at his admission, my mind racing with questions. How could a being so seemingly innocent embody one of the seven deadly sins?

Taehyung seems oblivious to my inner turmoil, his gaze flickering between me and the surrounding hot springs with childlike wonder.

"It's nice to meet you, Goddess. I don't understand why you seem embarrassed to be here with me. Aren't we all just beings trying to find our place in the world?"

"Yeah... c-can you just sit down... please?"

I didn't want to witness anymore things I didn't have see.

I exhale a silent sigh of relief as Taehyung complies with my request, settling himself into the water, submerging his lower half. I appreciate the gesture, grateful for the modesty it affords me.

"Thank you," I murmur, offering him a small smile.

Taehyung returns the smile, his eyes bright with curiosity as he swims a little closer, his movements fluid and graceful.

"So, Goddess, do you like it here? It's quite peaceful, isn't it?"

I nod in agreement. "Surprisingly peaceful." For a place called hell that is.

Taehyung's eyes light up with childlike enthusiasm as he continues to ask me questions, his innocent curiosity a stark contrast to the darkness that lies within him.

"What do you think of the sins? Do you believe they're as bad as everyone says?"

I hesitate, my thoughts drifting to the enigmatic beings who embody the darker aspects of human nature.

"The sins... they are complicated beings. Each one possesses their own unique qualities, both light and dark. But whether they are 'bad' or not... well, that's a question with no easy answer." I was unsure how to answer.

Taehyung's words resonate within the depths of the hot springs, his voice carrying a wisdom that belies his youthful appearance.

"Even though we were made to embody the sins, people often expect us to be purely evil. But that's not the case. What people expect you to be and how you really are are two different things."

I was taken aback by Taehyung's mature insight, his words striking a chord deep within my soul. I find myself speechless, my mind swirling with thoughts. Mainly for the fact I didn't expect such a mature-sounding answer come from him.

As Taehyung's gaze drifts downward, I felt a blush creeping up my cheeks, a sense of unease fluttering in the pit of my stomach.

"W-What..."

I shift uncomfortably, suddenly acutely aware of the boy's curious scrutiny.

Taehyung reaches out tentatively, his fingers brushing against my chest with a feather-light touch. My heart skips a beat, my breath catching in my throat as I recoils instinctively.

With a startled yelp, I pushed myself away from him, sending a spray of water cascading into the air. I plunged beneath the surface, the warm embrace of the water offering a brief respite from the embarrassment that threatens to overwhelm me.

And then, without a second thought, I spring from the hot springs with all the grace of a startled deer, my movements fueled by a mixture of panic and embarrassment. I dashed away from Taehyung, my wet hair streaming behind.

Taehyung watches me go, confusion writ large upon his features as he tries to make sense of what just happened. He had only wanted to satisfy his curiosity, to understand the strange creature before him. But now, he finds himself alone once more.

With a shrug of his shoulders, he settles back into the warm embrace of the hot springs.

"Huh... so that's what a woman feels like."