DARK MARRIAGE ※ KTH ※ DARK ROMANCE ※

04 : INVISIBLE TRAGEDY

The villa was nestled deep in the countryside, surrounded by dense forests and towering mountains. Its beauty was undeniable, but for you, it felt like a gilded cage. The isolation was suffocating, a constant reminder of how far removed you were from your old life. You spent your days exploring the villa and its grounds. You marveled at the well-maintained gardens and the intricate architecture, but the beauty of your surroundings did little to lift your spirits. Each day felt like an eternity, the silence only broken by the occasional visit from the household staff. Taehyung kept to himself, spending most of his time in his study or out on the grounds. You both barely spoke, and when you did, your conversations were strained and uncomfortable. One evening, you found yourself sitting in the living room, staring out at the setting sun. The sky was painted in hues of orange and pink, but the sight did little to lift your spirits. You heard footsteps and turned to see Taehyung entering the room. You didn't get up from the couch but sat there arrogantly glaring at the night sky.

"It's been months since you are avoiding me Taehyung." You say calmly but balling your fist.

Taehyung threw his coat over the couch and kept the bag over the glass table as he began to unbutt0n the cuffs of his sleeves, "What do you want? Can't you stop nagging like a toddler for once?"

You turned around to look at him with an enraged face, "We need to talk," you say, your voice firm. "We can't keep living like this."

Taehyung sighed and sat down across from you. "I know, but your presence in my life ruined my mood. You must learn to avoid me just like how I'm avoiding you." he said quietly.

"Why are you so mean to me? I cook you meals and everyday you just skip eating. You come back late while I'm asleep and go back to work early in the morning. And sometimes you just spend the night at your office. I just don't understand you Taehyung. If you don't like my presence in your house you can definitely ask me to leave. I'm more than glad to evacuate your mansion." You sound frustrated.

He took a deep sigh while loosening his tie. "I don't understand what your issue is either. I already mentioned this marriage is a deal that we both signed due to our parents. Why do you even want me to act as if I'm in love with you or something? I'm not interested in becoming a gentleman nor a knight in shining armour for you. Suit yourself or get lost I don't even give a damn about you anyways" He replied with a poker face.

"Seriously? You take this marriage as a contract. A bloody deal?" You stood up enraged while balling your fist.

"Yes of course. I was forced to marry you. I freaking don't even remember your darn name but you expect love from me huh? I don't love you but do you want me to say I do? We're both stuck in a situation we didn't choose." Taehyung spoke calmly, rubbing his temple.

You looked at him, your frustration evident in your eyes. "You are so hopeless dude. Also, I do understand that, but we need to find a way to make this work. We can't keep avoiding each other. This is insane. You are my lawful husband. I do want to be a good wife to you but your nuisance is breaking my heart Taehyung. I'm not a bad person, please don't force me to become one." You say with teary eyes.

Taehyung ran a hand through his hair, his expression conflicted. "I need space. I can't handle too much interaction right now."

Your heart ached at his words, but you tried to remain calm. "I'm not asking for much. Just a little effort. We need to communicate, at least." you continued to make him understand your desire.

Taehyung stood up in frustration, "Listen to me one last time I'll make this clear, I'm not interested in this stupid marriage or your stupid games of being a good person and working things out. You are not my problem so you can definitely suit yourself."

He replied, his voice firm and his eyes colder than his usual piercing gaze. He picked up his suitcase and the coat. He didn't even spare a gaze at you as he walked upstairs avoiding you completely. You felt disrespected and were annoyed with his mean attitude towards you. Your parents loved this boy and have been an alliance with his family since ages. How can you go ahead and break this marriage? You hated him from your core but can't do anything at the moment that'll fix this mess your parents threw you into. You sighed in despair and paced towards the spiral staircase that leads towards the giant hallway connecting to all the bedrooms. You stood in the middle of the stairway, fuming in anger. You held the railing tightly while shouting on top of your lungs.

"Who do you think you are Taehyung? You listen to me douchebag, if you freaking love some other chick then why did you even marry me? I never forced you to marry me. You just chose to ruin my life because of your jealousy."

You waited patiently till he came out of his room. He had already removed his suit and was on his way to have a warm shower, so he was still wearing boxers and his chest was exposed. His silky hair covered his forehead, and his dark brown eyes revealed his wrath as he ran out of his dazzling master bedroom, enraged by your remarks. He stomped downstairs as you stood in the same location. Your eyes simply follow his motions. When he was a few inches away from you, he tugged your hair and tilted your head. You were staring at the ceiling now, and he was breathing anxiously near your sharp jawline, so you gulped when he spoke.

"You freaking bitch. I was being very courteous to you by ignoring you and treating you like an invisible tragedy. But you want to ruin everything. What do you think of yourself? A princess? a successful princess? Things like these do not disturb me. I don't care if you leave my house right now. I don't care about you at all. So why are you following me around with your insecurities? Have I asked you to do anything for me? Answer me now, dammit." He grabbed your hair forcefully, causing you to yell in pain.

You stammered as you sobbed, "I just want to fix this marriage, Taehyung..."

"Who the fxck asked you to fix me?" He yelled at you and you flinched. He pushed you away and you fell over the cold marble floor.

"What's your issue with me? At least tell me why you hate me so much." You speak while sobbing as you stay put on the floor.

"Do not instigate something you cannot deal with."

He simply walked away, leaving you to sob with your knees together. You were speechless. You have been married for two months, but you are still sleeping in the guest room. He never sat with you for dinner, nor did he eat anything you cooked. He never approached you, even if you were face to face in the hallway or living room. Unfortunately, he did not even recall your name. It aches your heart because he never looks at you. He never noticed you. You were invisible to him, and he was a threatening sin that shattered your confidence and happiness altogether.

I gathered my confidence and rose up, wiping away warm tears. He was such a sad individual. I am screwed to be his wife. What should I do with this man? I felt so bewildered and lost that I wanted to leave this villa. But what am I going to tell my parents and the rest of the world? I don't even know why he's so distant. I don't even understand why he dislikes me so much. It's not like I hurt him in any way, but the fact that he hates me annoys me on a deeper level. But now I must take a step back and stand against this disrespect. I can't let a lame man like him walk all over me and treat me like trash again and again. I don't deserve this. In fact nobody deserves such hatred.

"That is it. I did everything I could to save this dying marriage, but now that he has poured his heart out, I will never chase him to alter his mind again. If I must leave this house, I will do so quickly, but first I must speak with my parents. They are on vacation; after they return, I will absolutely speak with them and file for divorce. I will not regret leaving him, therefore sure, this is the right decision." You converse to yourself while mounting the stairs. You shut the door to your room and went to bed, sleeping peacefully.

"What's the matter with this bitch? I didn't make her do anything. Oh, mom, what did I do wrong to have you put me through hell?" Taehyung was drinking whisky while sitting on the swing on the balcony attached to his room as the dawn was approaching.