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Winter came and settled comfortably over the village. It covered the abodes with a thick white coat of snow. The villagers remained mostly indoors avoiding the biting cold. Taehyung reflected on his life as he set the table. He couldn’t help his mind wanderings. He glanced at the window. Snow was still falling. It brought a peculiar quietness with it.
Taehyung smiled putting a plate down for Hoseok and Jihyun. The couple came along way. Jihyun bloomed and thrived under Taehyung’s care.
Taehyung’s hand brushed over the soft tablecloth. He set plates for Jimin and Yoongi. The alpha was finally fully healed. The couple started their new journey. Jimin wished for a child. Yoongi was more than glad to oblige. Taehyung noticed the way the alpha interacted with Chunja. Jimin and Yoongi were both ready for their next big step.
Taehyung chuckled softly as he set a plate for Seokjin. The omega was recovering well. His body slowly healed. His heats were less frequent. His scent improved. He even started working alongside Yoongi. He had nothing to prove anymore. He was content with himself. He came a long way; a traitorous, painful long way.
Taehyung set a smaller plate next to his for his son. His little fawn bloomed into a fine boy. He smiled and laughed openly. He gained uncles that watched over him. He gained a family, and for that Taehyung forgave wholeheartedly Jungkook.
Jungkook…
The hunter that called him a doe and was ready to strike. Taehyung set a plate next to his for the alpha. He took a step back and admired his work.
He came a long way.
Once upon a time, there was no one at his table. Now, it brimmed with life. Taehyung couldn’t help but smile. They started a better life. It was certain. If he closed his eyes and focused enough, he could almost hear his grandmother’s voice in the howling breeze. It was in the course of wind. It was in the soft glint of the sun on the snow. It was in the warmth of the fire burning in the fireplace. It was in the soft sound of the birds flapping their wings. It was in the soft voices of his guests. It was everywhere at once.
She said farewell and went in peace.
Taehyung’s heart swelled with joy.
He was no longer alone.
He too had been healed by the kind touch of destiny.
“Your decoration is lovely,” Jimin said snapping Taehyung out of his thoughts. “Seokjin said that we should start bringing in the food. The alphas will arrive soon,” he added oblivious to Taehyung’s mind journey.
“I will help,” Taehyung wiped a tear. Jimin noticed. “It is nothing,” he assured. It was truly nothing. His heart brimmed and overflowed with joy. “I am simply tired. It has been a long journey.”
“It has been a long journey indeed,” Jimin smiled reaching to hold Taehyung’s hand. “Was it worth it?” he asked meeting the wet gaze.
Taehyung noticed only then the tears flooding his eyes. “Every moment of it,” he whispered with conviction. “Now, let me go get the food,” he took a deep breath. Jimin let go of the warm hand. Taehyung faded into the hallway.
A moment later, the dining room filled with life and loud voices. Taehyung glanced at Jungkook. Their hands intertwined over the table. It was a new journey he couldn’t wait to start as well. His gaze roamed over the table. Jimin talked animatedly with Seokjin about work matters. Yoongi laughed and teased endlessly Hoseok. Minjun turned to Jihyun. The omega gladly helped the boy eat.
“Are you happy?” Jungkook leant against Taehyung as if sensing his feelings.
“Very,” Taehyung grinned with a nod. He was happy, very much so even. His heart beat a peaceful pace.
And if a new guest invited himself to his table along the years, he wouldn’t turn him down. Namjoon would settled comfortably by Seokjin’s side when time would come. Taehyung was sure of it.
And so my tale is over and done,
Remember and never forget you are never alone.
The end.