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caffeinewitchcraft · 4 months ago

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AITA for telling my boyfriend’s coworkers that he’s lying about his body count?

I (35f) have been dating my boyfriend (32m) for four years. It’s honestly been the best relationship until last Friday when it all went down. I feel like I’m in the right, but now I’m wondering if I overstepped.

For context, my boyfriend has been a professional Slasher for about eight months now. He’s always really admired Cryptids, Monsters, and Nightmares so when his application was finally accepted, he was over the moon even if he was starting in a lower position than he initially applied for.

At his company, being a Slasher requires a lot of travel which we knew when he accepted the position. The end goal is for him to get a promotion to at least regional Nightmare (he wants Cryptid, but that position doesn’t have a lot of turnover) but to get that he needs to be in role for at least 12 months OR meet his goals for three months in a row. Once he promotes, we plan to relocate to his new region and “start talking about our future.”

(Side note: no this isn’t about him not popping the question yet. We are both in agreement that marriage comes after financial stability. I run a small business doing scare consults and, while it’s been growing, I wouldn’t call it stable yet. So neither of us are ready.)

I told him it’s completely normal for it to take a whole year before he’s ready to promote and he really should focus on adjusting to the company before thinking about next steps. I used to work for a competitor (I’ve been retired for five years now) and I know it can be hard to go from only taking the occasional human life to having to take over half a dozen a week. It’s not a light workload, no matter how easy it looks in the movies. One of my best friends Slashes part-time and she still only averages about five lives a week despite having done it for years. Especially these days, it can be really hard to meet quota. Humans are getting smarter, no matter what the Council wants us to think.

Anyway, boyfriend didn’t do as well as he thought he would in his first couple months. Totally understandable, of course, which I told him. I suggested he ask his boss if he could be put on a couple team assignments or even a duo until he got the hang of it. That was our first real fight. He thought I was doubting his ability to kill. He brought up how I told him it would take over a year to promote and how I said that this job wasn’t for everyone (His first assignment ended with a 0% kill rate, but that’s a different story). He said it felt like I didn’t believe in him and he said that if that was the case then maybe we shouldn’t be thinking about marriage so soon.

It got pretty messy after that. I felt like he was forgetting that I’d worked in the same field and, arguably, had a lot more experience (not to brag, but I averaged a 98% kill rate). Also, four years is NOT too soon to talk about marriage. He said I didn’t understand how he needed to focus on his career right now. I told him I thought he was taking Slasher too lightly just because it wasn’t Cryptid. He accused me of not respecting him and then things spiraled from there.

We both said a lot of things we didn’t mean and I’m embarrassed that it turned into a bit of a fang measuring contest. I ended up sleeping under the bed for a few nights until he coaxed me out to apologize.

It was a rough patch, but we talked it out. We agreed that, going forward, I wouldn’t offer advice unless he asked and he would try not to take so much of his frustration home with him. He took a weekend off and we went on a recreational haunting trip in the Montana woods.

Things did get better after that. I tried not to give him consults every time he came back from a work trip. He started bringing me souvenirs like roses and cursed puzzle boxes his work said he could have. It became easier just to hang out with each other and it felt like we were back to normal.

But then, four months ago, he came home super pissed because his boss put him on a PIP. (A performance improvement plan.) Apparently, boyfriend had not been doing better at work, he had just stopped telling me when he had a bad assignment. I saw the paperwork he got (he left it in the dungeon under the house, I didn’t go through his stuff) and he’s been missing quota by a LOT. As a junior Slasher, he was supposed to be executing at least 6 people a week, but he’d been lucky to be maiming half that.

Obviously, I had to talk to him about that. We rent our house and, even though I could have afforded the rent on my own, I didn’t want to jeopardize the investments I was making in my business (I was in the process of hiring an assistant to handle my scheduling). Plus, we agreed from day one that we would be 50/50 on rent and I would take care of the rest of the bills because I earned more. I felt that if his financial situation was in jeopardy, he needed to talk to me about it.

I tried to approach him a bit differently than last time. I asked him if there was anything I could do to help. I told him about my slasher friend and how maybe she could give him advice if he didn’t want any from me. But he said he needed to figure stuff out on his own and that if he couldn’t get himself off the PIP then he would go back to work for his dad’s janitorial company.

I let it go. I was worried but I didn’t want to fight again just after patching the holes from the last blow out. It really bugged me that he thought I didn’t believe in him so I committed to giving him the benefit of the doubt. I said okay and asked him if he needed me to meal prep for both of us that week. He offered me grocery money, but I said it was fine since I’d had to deal with a lot of humans breaking in lately and I still had some leftover in the dungeon.

Fast forward a month. Boyfriend got off the PIP super fast. He worked his way off of it over Spring Break and started taking on a lot of extra assignments. In just four weeks he went to Miami Beach twice, New York City twice, and to three separate summer camps. I missed him and it was hard not having him around but I remembered how he said he needed to focus on his career and I tried not to nag.

It was hard not to nag though. With him gone, all the housework fell on me. We rent a 19th century manor, and its upkeep really does need two people. Doing all the chores plus running my business started to really drain me. Even when he was home, he forgot to banish the ghosts (my chore is to kill all invading humans, and his chore is to banish their ghosts) and he never took out the trash. I think he cleaned blood off the dungeon walls once, but then I had to basically redo it because he missed a lot of spots.

But still, I didn’t say anything because he was doing really well at work and I didn’t want to ruin that for him. Even when Humans started breaking in every week, I didn’t complain even though it interrupted my work day.

Last month though, I did ask him if we could move somewhere that needed less maintenance. There were just way too many Humans breaking in and I didn’t have the time to deal with them anymore. Even if I don’t do all the theatrics I used to as a Cryptid, killing humans through fear still takes a lot of time. He asked me if I didn’t appreciate the free meat, and I said I would appreciate it more if I wasn’t the only butchering it.

He said he didn’t want to move because he was really close to getting promoted to regional Nightmare and he didn’t want to take time off work to move. I was so surprised that I couldn’t hide how surprised I was. He saw and got offended. He asked if I still didn’t believe in him. I said that I did, but it was a huge jump to go from an 8% kill rate to getting promoted.

He got even more mad at me for bringing up his stats and he said that he had nearly 80% kill rate since being put on the PIP. I asked how many humans a week he was slashing and he told me I was being too nosy and that was proof that I didn’t believe in him.

I asked him if we could at least hire a ghoul then to keep the humans out of my office and he said he didn’t want to waste the money that we should be saving for our new house. I asked him what he wanted me to do then? I had to take phone calls for my consulting business and it was really hard to stalk humans all around the house while trying to sound like a professional to my clients.

He asked me to be patient for one more month. He said if he met quota for one more month, his boss said he’d get promoted. So I said fine and let it go.

Fast forward to now, almost a full month later.

Last Friday, I attended the Eldritch Conference. For those not in the scare field, the Eldritch Conference is the most prestigious event in our industry. It’s invitation only and is a chance to network with all the big players in the field. Mothman, the Jersey Devil, Bloody Mary and Bigfoot all spoke this year and both my former company, Grudge Industries, and my boyfriend’s current company, Forgotten Summer Solutions, were invited.

I was surprised to get an invite as a solo contributor to the field. However, my consulting firm has really been doing well and I did land a seasonal contract with the Yeti Co-op which I guess is how they heard about me. Plus, I’ve been a speaker before so I think the organizers knew I would behave myself.

I was planning on telling my boyfriend that I was going, but he was out of town on a co-ed sleepover assignment. He usually doesn’t have his phone on during his assignments, so I didn’t bother calling him. I just figured it’d be nice if we ran into each other at the conference if he made it back in time.

Which brings me to what actually happened (apologies for the long post).

So everything went great for my part of the day. I got to network with a lot of individual businesses and even got to reconnect with Blood Mary who I knew back in my Cryptid days. I told her I was dating a Slasher from Forgotten Summer Solutions and invited her to come with me to check out their booth. I thought it would be fun to grab dinner with her after since I assumed if my boyfriend was there, he’d be going out with coworkers which he often does. Plus, I admit, I was showing off a little. I don’t often get the chance to brag about my Cryptid days.

She agreed and we went over to see if my boyfriend was there.

I introduced myself to the people manning the booth. My boyfriend wasn’t there, but a few Slashers recognized my name and greeted me. They were definitely in awe of Bloody Mary (she came in full uniform) and invited us to look at their displays. They had portfolios for each Slasher on the desk as a sort of preview of what their services looked like.

While Bloody Mary looked through the portfolios, I chatted with my boyfriend’s coworkers. They said they were thrilled to work with him and that, even though he had a really rough start, it was impressive how quickly he started meeting his goals. Something about how they talked about his work kind of didn’t make sense. They were talking like he was killing a dozen humans a week, but he’d told me that he was at 80% on his assignments which typically only offer about ten humans each.

I asked them about it and they said that he’d been Slashing during After Hours which is a new goal supplement program his company launched a few months ago. Basically, anyone can sign up for After Hours and the company counts human kills done in uniform as part of their quota. I asked them if this was available to them while they were on assignment and they said no, it had to be done when they had down time. I asked them how my boyfriend was part of that when he was traveling all the time and they looked confused. One of them said that my boyfriend is still getting one assignment per week and is then supplementing his kill rate with After Hours.

At that point, I was even more confused. It sounded like my boyfriend had been lying to me then, because he told me that he was getting at least two assignments a week. If he was only getting one, then where was he going when he said he was traveling?

Bloody Mary interrupted before I could say anything and asked how their Slashers did their kills. They said that every Slasher at their company is required to use a standard issue weapon (like a machete or axe) for their kills to count. They said their company doesn’t count accidents as part of their quota (like falling or heart attacks).

Bloody Mary pulled me aside and showed me the portfolio she was holding. She said that she was going to give me a chance to explain without them overhearing and showed me the book. She said that a bunch of kills in it looked Cryptid kills. And she said, specifically, it looked like the kills I made when I was a Cryptid. I took the book from her and flipped through it and she was right, they really did look like Cryptid kills. Worse, I recognized a few of the Humans from the past few weeks. They were actually my kills!

Kill stealing is a major taboo in our industry.

I told her I didn’t know anything about this. She looked really relieved at that and said that even though I wasn’t a Cryptid anymore, it would look really bad for me if I was caught helping a Slasher cheat at their job. It could affect my business which she’d only heard good things about.

I’m embarrassed to say that I tried to defend him. He’s new to our industry so I thought it might be a mistake. He might not be trying to cheat, this could be a misunderstanding.

She said she didn’t think so because a mistake would be one or two of my kills mixed in with his, not the entire book.

I counted up how many photos were in the book and, all told, of the 146 kills, at least 100 were mine. I couldn’t really say it was a mistake at that point and I was just staring at his portfolio like an idiot. Bloody Mary asked me what I was going to do because, mistake or not, this looked really bad and could damage my reputation if it got out.

At that moment, another man walked up to booth and asked us if there was a problem. I knew that if I said anything, I would be jeopardizing my boyfriend’s job, but if I didn’t say something, I was jeopardizing my business.

I told my boyfriend’s coworkers that he was lying about his body count. I said I didn’t think that they knew he was doing it, but over half of the kills in his portfolio weren’t his and I suggested they remove it from their display before another Cryptid came by and realized it.

The other man thanked me for bringing this to his attention and asked how we knew. Bloody Mary said that she knew another Cryptid’s kills and I had to tell them that I was that Cryptid, though I was retired now. He asked me if I knew my boyfriend was doing this, and I told him no.

I told him I really didn’t want to get my boyfriend in trouble and suggested that maybe he didn’t know those kills didn’t belong to him because they happened in our house. I was grasping at straws and Blood Mary even looked sad for me. His coworkers looked skeptical but tentatively agreed. The man – who turned out to my boyfriend’s boss – said that they would investigate this thoroughly and apologized personally for his employee’s misconduct.

I was spiraling at that point so I thanked him and said I wasn’t mad, I was just looking out for both of our reputations. He promised to keep it between us and I agreed.

Then I apologized to Bloody Mary because I didn’t feel like eating dinner anymore. She said she understood and wished me well.

I went home and did a quick perimeter search of the property. Sure enough, there were human summoning stones ALL OVER the yard. Which means my boyfriend was intentionally luring humans to our house to get me to kill them so he could take credit. It wasn’t a mistake at all.

My boyfriend came home later that night in his work clothes. As soon he got inside he started yelling. He said he was suspended without pay and that all his hard work was for nothing.

I said I knew he’d been stealing my kills and he almost ruined my reputation. He said they still counted as his kills because he did all the work of luring the humans to our house.

I told him that wasn’t how it worked and he knew it. He said it was the same as setting a trap and I was taking this too seriously. I told him that, as a Slasher, he has to use a weapon to get his kills, not me. He said I was basically the same thing since I had such a high kill rate. I asked him if he was calling me an object.

(My parents exploited me by selling me as a haunted doll through a lot of my childhood and he knows I’m sensitive to being called an object.)

He backpedaled at that point and asked if I didn’t want to buy a house together. He said he was doing it for us and I should’ve understood and not said anything. I told him that when I was a Cryptid I had my pride and would’ve never done this.

He said I needed to tell his boss that he was the one who made all those kills. I said it wasn’t me who recognized them as Cryptid kills and now his boss knew too. He accused me of thinking I’m better than him because I have telekinetic powers and can move through shadows and can possess people, while he’s basically a human himself. I told him of course not and that I worked hard for those powers unlike him.

He got really mad at that and actually charged at me with his machete raised. I don’t think he was going to actually hit me, but I reacted like he was. It was all instinct. I disarmed him and I swear I heard a crack when I grabbed his wrist. I shoved him into the wall.

He crumpled to the floor and started crying. He said sorry and sort of curled up around his wrist. He said he didn’t ever feel like he was enough for me and he didn’t even know why I was still with him. He called himself a bunch of names and said I would be better off without him.

I sort of awkwardly stood there for a minute. On one hand I wanted to assure him that he was enough and that I loved him, but, on the other, I wasn’t sure I could forgive him. He nearly ruined my reputation, and he embarrassed me in front of Bloody Mary. Plus, I still didn't know where he’d been going all those times he said he was on a business trip and apparently wasn’t.

So I ended up not saying anything. I went to our room and started packing a bag. He followed me. He was still crying as he begged me not to go. He said he would own up to his kill steals at work and he would make it right. He pleaded for me not to leave him and that he would give up slashing.

I told him I needed space to think. He tried to grab me, but I shadow walked out of the house. I heard him screaming from outside and I hurriedly drove away.

Now I’m at my friend’s house and I told her everything. She agreed I did the right thing walking away from him, but when I asked her what I should do she hesitated. She said that my boyfriend wasn’t right to kill steal but, as a fellow Slasher, she understood what he was going through. She said I wouldn’t understand the pressure to meet quota because I was always surpassing mine when I was in the field. She said that a Cryptid could never understand a Slasher.

She also said that nobody would have found out about his kills if I hadn’t brought them to his boss’ attention. She said the only time kills are on display like that is at the Eldritch Conference and by the next one, he’d have had kills of his own. She thinks that if I’d just confronted him at home, he wouldn’t be on suspension.

So now I’m worried that I overreacted when I told my boyfriend’s coworkers that he was lying about his body count.

AITA?

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bijoumikhawal · 3 months ago

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another Haiti news round up-

The US and the rest of the CORE group are not only continuing the invasion plan supported by the US and the Dominican Republic, they are explicitly aiming to rewrite the constitution. This has unfortunately happened multiple times in Haitian history. This article has been recommended on the subject.

The deportations of Haitians from the Dominican Republic have continued, and have had a massive negative impact on the local economy.

People are being crammed into deportation centers with terrible conditions.

In tandem, the US is also continuing to deport Haitians.

Additionally, the US ambassador to Haiti has admitted to having contact with prominent gang leaders. This not only arouses suspicion about the nature of this contact, it is a blatant example of imbalance and suppression. Haitian journalists cannot interview members of gangs without risking arrest. Many of the gangs in Haiti are also former police/military, and the discussion about "stabilizing" the country via outside intervention typically ignores that the gangs themselves have ties to the would be "stabilizers". These gangs often procure weapons and training from countries like the US, and gang violence has been increasing.

The sharing of photos or videos of violence is also now being censored. This means that Haitians can now be punished for recording evidence of crimes committed against them. This is being framed like it will impact the public promotion of gang violence, as many post about their crimes online, but many Haitians are doubtful that it will be anything other than censorship.

#cipher talk #haiti #ayiti #free haiti #haitien

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webnavals · 1 year ago

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The importance of financial goals cannot be overstated; setting clear objectives can promote financial stability and guide individuals towards long-term success. By establishing specific targets, such as paying off debt, saving for retirement, or achieving a certain level of income, people can prioritize their financial decisions and allocate resources accordingly.

#importance of financial goals #prioritize their financial decisions #promote financial stability #establishing specific targets #allocate resources accordingly

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girlygguk · 5 months ago

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CRAZY | JJK (Part 1)

summary you know it sounds twisted. that most people would see hyungwon as the perfect boyfriend. healthy, balanced, all the things that relationships should be. that’s when you realized... you weren't like most people. but that's okay. because neither is jungkook.

pairing ceo!jk x employee!(f)reader

rating 18+ minors dni; smut, fluff, angst

genre coworkers to lovers au, established relationship

word count 15.5k

content jk 29 | yn 26, very jealous controlling and possessive jk, same for oc, spirited & bratty oc, jk is rich and spoils his girl, pet names, toxic relo, jk is a red flag, oc is a red flag, they’re obsessed w each other, bonnie n clyde ride or die type shit, soft yandere, drama, mc arguments, cursing, they get angry quick and over it quicker, bar fighting, jk punches a guy.. or two, blood, oc is roughly grabbed on arm by a male w/o consent, canon couple

warnings dom jk, sub oc, pre established traffic light sw system, daddy kink, consensual degradation, fingering (f rec), oral (f rec), dirty talk, breeding kink, condomless p in v sex, oc has a birth control implant, multiple orgasms, creampie, kinda rough(?) sex but i think it ends quite softly, theyre dirty and in love!

a/n pls read all the warnings first & only proceed if ur comfortable!! these two are superr obsessively codependent and possessive so tread lightly baby 🙂‍↕️!! im kinda self conscious abt the smut but i like the fic part and i hope u do too <<3 lemme know if i missed any tags 🖤 mwah

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There was something dangerous about him. Something you couldn’t help but be drawn to, no matter how much you knew you shouldn’t. It was like playing with fire—intoxicating, thrilling… stupid.

You knew it complicated things, maybe even made life harder, but you never had been one to back down from a challenge. And when someone like Jeon Jungkook—the kind of man who looked like pure trouble but made you feel more alive than you ever had—walked into your life, resisting him was never even an option.

It hadn’t always been like this. You used to date Park Hyungwon, after all.

Hyungwon was perfectly fine. Kind, sweet, thoughtful in all the ways that made him a good guy. The type who held open doors and asked if you wanted to split dessert. You’d met him through his cousin, Jimin—your colleague and an absolute angel on Earth. In fact, you ended up closer to Jimin than you ever were with Hyungwon.

Because Hyungwon? He was just… ordinary.

There was nothing wrong with ordinary. Some people needed that. They craved stability, predictability. But you? You realized a long time ago that you needed more. You craved intensity. You needed to feel like someone’s whole world. And when your boyfriend didn’t care who you were with, what you were doing, when he didn’t even notice if you went days without texting… well, you started to feel invisible.

You knew it sounded twisted. That most people would see Hyungwon as the perfect boyfriend. Healthy, balanced, all the things that relationships should be. But that’s when you realized... you weren’t like most people.

And then he entered the picture.

Jeon Jungkook, CEO of Jeon Corp, son of the late Jeon Jun-seo.

You’d been at Jeon Corp for three years now, starting as a temp and moving into a more permanent role. Everyone knew him—the young, ruthless leader who took over seamlessly and ran things with an iron grip after his father's passing. People admired him, respected him. Feared him.

It had been two years since you made it official with the man you knew was the epic love of your life. Before that, you were friends with benefits for—what, a week? Maybe less. You both knew right from the start that there was no going back to being just colleagues or fuck-buddies. He consumed you, and you reveled in every second of it.

In the early days of your relationship, you couldn’t help but worry. Maybe your promotion had less to do with your work ethic and more to do with Jungkook lusting for you. It was hard not to question it, especially when he was your boss, and you knew exactly how intense his desire for you was. But Jungkook shut that shit down fast.

He had hundreds of employees under him, most of whom he hadn’t even had a proper conversation with. He’d approached you solely because of your performance—your results catching his attention long before he even knew what you looked like. Jimin had confirmed it.

Still, you loved teasing him about it—how he’d basically been eye-fucking you the entire time during your first real meeting. Jungkook never denied it. He would just give you that cheeky, devilish grin of his, reminding you just how that meeting had concluded—with you, bent right over his desk.

Now, sitting at Lumi’s bar with the soft murmur of conversations and the clink of glasses fading into background noise, your phone buzzed with a new message. A smile tugged at the corners of your lips, heat spreading through your veins as you read his words.

My Love 10:43 PM Why is your location off? Sent with Siri

10:43 PM Turn it on. Now. Sent with Siri

You bit your lip, already imagining the storm brewing inside him. He was driving, and now probably wasn’t the best time to mess with him. But you were still pissed. And the brat in you couldn’t resist poking him just a little more.

You 10:47 PM i'm out, my love.

His reply was immediate, almost before you even hit send.

My Love 10:47 PM Not in the mood baby. Turn it on

You rolled your eyes, stifling a laugh as you took another sip of your drink. You could picture him now, pulling the car over, typing furiously with that adorable, frustrated frown. Oh, he was pissed—but that only made it more fun. You let him stew for a few minutes longer.

You 10:52 PM bad day at work? :(

His next texts came in a flurry, and you could almost feel the heat in them.

My Love 10:52 PM Why the fuck are you taking so long to respond? Who are you with?

10:53 PM You didnt tell me you were going out tonight and I just went all the way to your fucking house to find out you’re not even there? And your car’s gone? You drove to go out??? Are you fucking crazy?

His jealousy stoked a fire inside you. You knew better than to test his patience... but you just couldn’t help yourself.

You pulled up your camera and hit record. It started with your legs—crossed elegantly on the stool, the hem of your little black dress riding up just enough to tease. You let your foot swing, the glossy polish on your toes catching the dim light. The clip was short, but you knew Jungkook would recognize the bar in an instant.

Then, you flipped the camera. Your face came into view, framed by a pout and the neckline of your dress—the replacement for the one he’d ripped clean off you the last time some idiot tried to touch you. Jungkook had beaten the guy to a pulp, of course, which was why you were both banned from JaeJae's nightclub downtown. But you hadn’t cared then, and you certainly didn’t now.

Just before you stopped recording, you made sure the camera caught a glimpse of the arm next to you—the arm belonging to the guy who had been sulking since you brushed off his lame advances. You had been ignoring him ever since you walked in, but apparently, he was as clueless as he was underwhelming.

You hadn’t expected to be at this bar alone. In fact, you were supposed to be home with Jungkook tonight. He’d promised an early finish—four o’clock, to be exact—and you’d planned a cute pamper night for the two of you. Face masks, cheesy rom-coms. You even baked cookies.

But then, three o’clock rolled around, and your phone rang. His voice on the other end was apologetic, practically rehearsed at this point. He had to stay late. Again. Not even just a little late—ten-fucking-thirty late. Two hours past his usual finishing time.

You were livid. He promised you tonight.

You hadn’t even let him finish his sentence before hanging up, ignoring the rapid flood of missed calls and texts as you angrily dumped the chocolate chip cookies in the trash.

You were so pissed you might’ve even made his assistant, Hoseok, cry when Jungkook sent him over to check on you. Poor guy. You’d apologize later. Maybe.

By the time 10:32 hit and your phone was still silent, that pit of anger in your stomach twisted into something much sharper. You pulled up the security cameras at his office—and, of course, the room was empty. His briefcase, his keys… all gone.

He had left work without even telling you.

He always texted you when he was leaving the office. You knew there wasn’t a chance in hell it was infidelity; that wasn’t even a possibility. Cheating wasn’t something either of you entertained. But the silence? The lack of communication? That cut.

Sure, you’d been ignoring his calls ever since he canceled on you… but you were allowed to be pissed right now. He? Was not.

When your doorbell camera alert went off at 10:42, right before you were about to check his location, you felt a mix of relief and annoyance rise in your chest. You pulled up the feed to see him standing there—frustrated, fist clenched around his phone, clearly ready for a confrontation.

But you weren’t home.

You were here, at this grimy, sticky bar. Waiting.

The guy next to you shifted in his seat again, breaking you out of your thoughts. He was still there, lingering, despite your obvious disinterest. But honestly, you were kind of glad he hadn’t left.

Because the response you got from Jungkook when you hit send on that video?

Absolutely fucking perfect.

My Love 10:55 PM I'll be there in five minutes.

10:56 PM And if there is anyone sitting next to you who doesn't have a cunt or the name Park Jimin, theyre fucking dead Y/N

10:56 PM And you’re fucking walking home

You suppressed a laugh as you wiped the sugary remnants of your drink from your lips, knowing better than anyone just how serious he was.

As much as you hated to admit it, you loved the way Jungkook loved you. His possessiveness didn’t bother you. In fact, it drove you wild. That definitely made you as much of a red flag as him. But did you care?

A few minutes passed as you took some selfies and uploaded them to your Instagram story, twirling the straw in your glass absentmindedly. Then you remembered the idiot next to you.

"Oh," you said, clearing your throat. He perked up immediately, pulling his beer away from his lips as he turned toward you, eyes lighting up in anticipation. Gross. "You might want to leave."

His smile faltered, confusion knitting his brow. "What?"

You blinked, tilting your head slightly as if he hadn’t just heard you. Leaning in closer, you repeated yourself. "I said, you might want to leave."

He chuckled, leaning in way too close, his breath hot and stale. “Why would I do that? Sitting next to a pretty thing like you? You look a little bored, baby… I can keep you entertained.”

You suppressed a gag. "Hard pass." You shuddered, pulling back. “But really, my boyfriend’s on his way, and he’s pissed. You might want to move down a seat or two.”

He just laughed, lifting his beer again and taking a long gulp, his eyes creepily never leaving yours. "I can handle myself just fine, sweetheart. It’s hot that you’re worried about me, though."

God. You’d never been drier in your entire life.

"Your funeral," you muttered, rolling your eyes as you turned back to your phone.

A few more minutes passed in silence, and just when you thought the idiot might’ve finally left you alone, you felt him shift again, turning toward you like he was about to start up another conversation. You sighed, not actually wanting to watch another guy get the shit beaten out of him. So, you grabbed your purse and your half-empty glass, ready to leave.

But just as you slid off the stool, his hand wrapped around your arm.

"Where are you going, baby?” His voice dripped with sleaze. “This playing hard-to-get thing was sexy at first, but now it’s getting kinda boring.”

Your stomach turned, and you yanked your arm from his grip, disgust curling your lip. "Eugh, could you be any more of a stereotypical douche? Get a fucking life."

You took a step to leave, but his hand clamped down on your arm again, harder this time.

“You’ve got a mouth on you, huh?” His voice dropped, and a sickening grin spread across his face as his fingers dug deeper into your skin. “That’s okay. I like ’em that way.”

Rage flared in your chest, hot and immediate. Without thinking, your hand swung forward, and the rest of your drink splashed across his smug face. His eyes widened in shock, the liquid dripping off his chin, but you weren’t finished.

Your free hand darted into the outer pocket of your purse, fingers wrapping around the pink pepper spray canister Jungkook bought for you. You whipped it out, aiming the nozzle directly at his face and pressed down hard.

“Fuck!” he screamed, stumbling back, hands flying to his eyes. But you didn’t let up. The adrenaline thrummed in your veins as you kept spraying, ignoring the yelps and curses spilling from his lips as he clawed at his burning face.

“You crazy fucking bitch! Stop!”

“God, you piece of shit!” you yelled, uncaring of the stares now fixed on you. “Don’t ever touch anyone when they don’t want you to! Fucking pig!”

The can felt significantly lighter by the time you finally stopped, and the guy was practically on his knees, whimpering. Out of the corner of your eye, you saw the bartender waving security in your direction and your eyes rolled to the back of your head. Typical. He’d been close enough to hear everything, but now he wanted to intervene?

“Cunt,” you muttered under your breath, slamming your empty glass on the bar before turning to leave.

“I’m going, I’m going,” you scoffed as the guard approached, adjusting your purse on your shoulder and smoothing down the hem of your dress. As you turned to walk away, you pulled out your phone, thumb hovering over Jungkook’s contact.

But before you could make it far, a heavy hand pressed into your back, shoving you toward the exit.

“What the fuck are you doing?” you snapped, stumbling as the security guard forced you forward. “I said I’m leaving. I’m just calling my boyfriend. Let go of me, freak—”

“Ma’am, don’t speak to me like that,” the guard growled, his voice deep and commanding. “Get outside, now.”

“I'm going, you big loof. Can you at least let me wait in the bathroom? If my boyfriend sees me standing outside alone, he’s gonna—”

"I don’t care what he’s gonna do to you, ma’am. Keep moving."

You almost laughed. "Do to me?" You were about to tell him how wrong he had it—that he should be the one worried—when suddenly, the hand on your back vanished. You stopped, brushing yourself off, ready to turn and gloat.

But it wasn’t your words that made him let go. It was Jungkook.

Your very angry boyfriend had shoved the guard—who was easily twice his size—backwards so hard the guy stumbled, nearly falling over.

Jungkook’s eyes were wild, flicking between you and the security guard, a dangerous mix of concern and pure rage.

"Oh, hi, baby—"

“Get in the car,” he growled, his voice low and deadly as he handed you his keys. “And lock the fucking doors. Now.”

His tone sent a shiver down your spine, and you bit back the urge to argue. Instead, you took the keys and turned toward the door, but the security guard wasn’t backing down.

"You and your bitch need to leave now," the guard snapped. "You’re banned from this bar."

Another one? You almost pouted, but he kept going.

"We have you on CCTV. If the victim presses charges, you’ll be contacted."

“What victim?” You laughed, taking a step toward the guy. “You’re gonna let that pig press charges?”

Jungkook’s head snapped toward you, jaw clenched, staying firmly between you and the goon. “What is he talking about? Who’s pressing charges?”

You rolled your eyes, crossing your arms as you gestured toward the guy still rubbing his eyes with a bar towel, water dripping down his face. “That idiot. But it’s fine, baby. I finally got to use the pepper spray you gave me,” you added, poking Jungkook’s stomach with a giddy smile.

His lips twitched, but his expression stayed serious. “Why’d you have to use it?”

You shrugged, tilting your head, giving him that innocent look you knew drove him crazy. "He kept trying to touch me, but don’t worry, I handled it. Let’s go now, please."

But Jungkook’s gaze was already darkening, his eyes now fixed on the pathetic excuse of a man across the room. You could see the anger rising, feel the tension radiating off him, and you knew he was seconds away from losing his shit.

“Let’s just go, love,” you urged, voice rushing as you eyed the situation. “It’s over now.”

The security guard had disappeared to fetch backup, and you couldn’t help but smirk at the thought. The fact that he needed help dealing with Jungkook was almost laughable. Your man might not have been the biggest guy in the room, but you knew that shove must have rattled him, seeing as though the sidekick he'd now acquired was even bigger than he was.

And they were both stomping toward you.

You turned to warn Jungkook, “Baby—” but as your eyes shifted back to him, he was no longer at your side.

Your gaze snapped to the bar. There he was—storming up to the sleazebag still nursing his wet eyes with a towel, completely unaware that your furious boyfriend was closing in behind him. Ugh, he was like an angry, sexy bunny.

"Fuck," you muttered under your breath, pushing past a couple of people and hurrying over as quick as you could in your three-thousand-dollar stilettos.

As turned on as you were by the sight of him right now, you really didn’t need him missing work tomorrow because he'd been locked up for the night.

And then you, of course, also missing work because you had to sleep in the uncomfortable plastic chair next to his cell, since the officers wouldn’t accept bail again until he had completed his twelve-hour minimum hold.

You were almost there when you saw it—Jungkook’s hand gripping the back of the guy’s collar, yanking him back with so much force that the idiot’s eyes flew open in shock, panic flooding his face as he realized what was happening.

You bit your lip, trying to shove away the image that popped into your head of Jungkook’s hand tangled in your hair, pulling you up in that exact same way when he had you beneath him, forcing your eyes on his as he drove into you from behind.

God, not now, Y/N.

“Koo, baby, wait—” you called, but it was too late. He was gone.

Before the guy could even think about pushing Jungkook off, your boyfriend slammed his head down onto the bar with a sickening crack that echoed through the room. You winced, feeling the pain in your own skull just by watching it.

“Fuckkkk,” you hissed, finally reaching him and grabbing his arm. His muscles were rigid, vibrating with barely controlled rage. “Baby, come on. Security is coming—let’s go—”

But your words didn’t register. Jungkook was in another world, eyes burning with an almost feral intensity as he jerked the guy back up.

Without hesitation, he reeled back and delivered a brutal punch to the guy’s face, the thud of knuckles against bone filled the space as the man’s head snapped to the side, his knees buckling as he collapsed to the floor in a heap.

You sucked your teeth in frustration. You couldn’t care less if the guy sat there on the ground and bled out, truly. What you did care about was the thought of Jimin covering your shift tomorrow because you had to spend the night bailing Jungkook out of jail again.

“Okay, my love, that’s good. Now let’s go—”

“Baby, go and—” Jungkook growled, his voice dangerous and low, as he lifted the guy again. His fist swung forward, colliding with the man’s nose, and you winced at the sharp crunch that followed. The guy collapsed again, shaky hands cradling his face as blood spurted from his mouth.

Jungkook’s head whipped around, his dark gaze locking onto you with a ferocity that sent a chill down your spine. “Go and get in the fucking car,” he snapped.

“No, you fucking idiot, come with me—”

Before you could finish your sentence, your feet were suddenly off the ground, the world spinning as you were slung over a massive shoulder. It took you a second to process what the fuck was happening.

"What the fuck!" you screamed, pounding your fists against the back of the goliath security guard who was carrying you like a sack of potatoes. Your purse fell to the ground as the guy just kept walking toward the exit like you were nothing. "Put me down, you fucking freak!"

Through your distorted, lopsided vision, you caught sight of the other, even bigger, guard heading for Jungkook while you were being dragged away.

The second your boyfriend saw what was happening to you, the loser he had been beating on was forgotten. His eyes locked on the guard manhandling you, and fury ignited in his expression.

The guard approaching barely had time to take a step before Jungkook threw him to the ground like he weighed nothing. His unbuttoned dress shirt sleeves exposed the veins in his arms, rippling as he stormed toward you with a look that promised murder. Yummy.

You were still smacking the back of the giant guard carrying you, panic creeping in as the door got closer and closer. "Baby, my purse!" you whined, halting your attack for a second and pointing to the ground. Jungkook was already stalking past it. "Pick it up!"

He grunted in frustration, turning on his heel to grab the fallen Prada before charging back after you.

The guard reached the door just as Jungkook caught up, and you braced yourself for the moment you’d be tossed out like trash. But in one quick motion, Jungkook grabbed your outstretched hand and used his other hand to grab you by the bum, pulling you off the guard’s shoulder.

You beamed as he set you back on your feet, happily taking your purse from him while he just rolled his eyes. Then, he turned and sent his fist straight to the giant’s jaw. The guard actually stumbled backward, clearly feeling the weight of the hit, and for a brief moment, you thought it was over.

But then the bastard straightened up, cracked his neck like a fucking terminator, and stepped forward again, completely unfazed.

"What. The. Fuck," you seethed, your eyes widening in disbelief. You grabbed Jungkook’s hand, tugging him back, but he was already mirroring the guard’s steps, ready to go again.

"Nope," you muttered, wrapping your arms around his bicep and using every ounce of strength to drag him toward the door.

You knew he could easily overpower you, and you could feel the tension in his muscles as he debated it. But after a beat, he scoffed, shooting a final glare at the guard, who had stopped in place, phone in hand as he watched you haul Jungkook outside.

Probably calling the cops, taking down your registration—whatever the fuck. You could already imagine the panic on Jeon Co.’s PR team’s faces when they caught wind of this fuck fest of a night.

You finally let go of Jungkook’s arm when you got outside, your hand diving into your purse for his car keys. He followed close behind, silent but simmering with rage, as you both made your way to his car. It was parked right next to the entrance—definitely not in an actual spot—but he clearly didn’t care. He’d probably left it there to get to you faster.

As soon as the cold air hit your face and you and Jungkook were away from everyone, it’s like all your anger from earlier flooded right back.

You marched straight toward the driver’s seat, just wanting to get the hell out of there, but before you could reach for the door handle, Jungkook’s bruised hand snaked around your waist and pulled you back against him. He plucked the keys from your hand with ease, scoffing under his breath as he ushered you toward the passenger side.

"Give me the fucking keys, Jungkook—"

He let out a dark, humorless laugh. "First of all, you’ve been drinking. Don’t be fucking stupid. Second of all, why do you sound like you’re mad at me? I’m mad at you!"

"I had a fucking lemonade, I didn’t drink, you psycho!" you snapped, spinning on your heel to face him. "And, I’m sorry, mad at me?" You shoved his hand off your stomach and made a grab for the keys, but he slipped them into his pocket, resting his hand right over them like he was daring you to try.

"You’re the one who just went ape-shit and beat half the bar to a fucking pulp!"

"Don’t be dramatic," he rolled his eyes, leaning casually against the car like he hadn’t just trashed multiple people inside.

"You just fucking—"

He narrowed his eyes dangerously. "And why am I here in the first place, Y/N?"

"Oh, I don’t know," you snapped back, voice dripping with sarcasm. "Maybe because you’re a—"

You cut yourself off this time, catching the slight arch of his brows—just a fraction.

His head tilted, that infuriating smirk tugging at his lips.

"I’m a what, baby?" His voice was low, amused, taunting.

You squinted at him, but he just waited, utterly patient, like he had all the time in the world.

"I’m a what?"

Your eyes rolled to the sky in frustration, and you turned your back on him, yanking on the door handle in frustration. But of course, it was locked. You didn’t even bother looking back at him.

"Open the door, Jungkook."

"Sure," he jingled the keys in his pocket with infuriating calmness, "When you finish your sentence. I’m a what?"

You glared over your shoulder at him, biting back a snarl as your eyes raked down his stupidly gorgeous frame. Tousled hair, the top two buttons of his dress shirt sluttily popped open, bruised and bloody hands casually tucked into the pockets of his designer slacks. So fucking annoying.

"You," you started, eyes narrowing as you stepped back. "Are sleeping alone tonight." You punctuated it with a sarcastic smile before pushing off the car and storming down the street toward your own.

The second you started walking, you heard his footsteps trailing after you like a shadow. You just shook your head, your tone clipped as you bit out, "Go home, Jungkook. Your home. I’m sleeping at my own place tonight."

"Mm, and how do you plan on getting there?" His voice followed, calm—too calm.

"Hmm, take a wild fucking guess, genius," you snapped, diving back into your purse to grab your keys. But your hand came up empty.

"Mother fucker," you hissed, spinning around to find yourself face-to-face with his broad chest. You took a breath, glaring up at him. "Give me my keys."

"When you finish what you were saying," he replied lowly.

You scoffed, incredulous. "You’ll give me my keys and let me drive home if I finish my sentence?" You almost laughed in his face, knowing damn well he was full of shit.

"No," he shrugged, his honesty almost infuriating, "but I still want you to say it."

You groaned, exasperated. "Why is it so important to you—"

"Everything you say is important to me." His tone was unflinchingly direct. "And I want to know what you think of me."

For a split second, your heart tugged at his words, even as the anger bubbling in your chest fought to take over.

You weren’t mad at him for going in there and smashing that dirty sleaze’s head into the counter. You weren’t mad that he had taken on the Goliath twins like a reckless maniac with no concern for his own well-being.

You were mad because he lied to you.

"A liar." The words slipped from your lips, quiet but cutting, your eyes locking with his.

The flicker of pain that flashed across his gaze was immediate. He hadn’t been expecting that. He had braced himself for you to call him a possessive jerk, a jealous asshole, even a fucking loser. But not that.

"Baby," Jungkook swallowed, his beaten hands slowly gliding down to caress the sides of the dress he both loved and hated seeing you in. "I’m so sorry."

"Yeah," you nodded, rolling your eyes as you turned your head away just as he tried to lean down for a kiss. "Always are, huh?"

"Please, don’t," he sighed softly, his breath warm against your neck as his nose nuzzled into your skin. It was hard to believe this was the same man who had buried his fist into a guy’s jaw just five minutes ago. “I would never leave your side if I didn’t have to. You know that. You have to know that.”

"And you just had to stay back tonight of all nights?" Your words were sharp, cutting. "Couldn’t get one of your two fucking assistants to carry some of the workload? Or maybe that slut from level 7 who’s always begging to take some stress off her ‘big, hunky, hardworking boss?’"

Jungkook let out a low chuckle, nipping at your neck in amusement when you imitated Heejin’s voice. She hadn’t ever said anything quite that bold—obviously. You would’ve had him fire her on the spot if she had. But her lingering glances, the way she was always offering herself up for extra tasks, the way she hovered around… yeah, her actions spoke louder than words, and it made your blood fucking boil.

"Our board meeting ran way overtime, and they sprung last-minute critical amendments on us for the Cypher Project, baby," he mumbled into your skin, his lips brushing along the curve of your neck. "You know no one else could’ve handled it, or I would’ve been out of there."

"Okay." You nodded, lips pressing together as you let him kiss your neck for a while, but your mind was still racing.

"Okay?" he echoed in a hum, his mouth moving lower, pressing another soft kiss just above your collarbone. He sounded almost suspicious at how easily you seemed to be dropping the argument.

"Okay," you repeated, still letting him kiss you, your body slightly relaxing under his touch.

He hummed again, but then something clicked. No. This was too easy. You were never this quick to drop an argument. There wasn’t nearly enough groveling.

"Baby—"

Before he could finish, your hand shot into his left pocket, snatching the keys and shoving him you off with your other hand. He stumbled back, eyes wide with surprise as he barely caught his balance. You didn’t wait around to see him recover; you just turned and headed straight for your car.

Of course, he followed.

"Baby, come on—"

You didn’t stop, your pace quickening as you adjusted your handbag on your shoulder. "Nope. Don’t care."

"Baby, I'm fucking sorry."

"Uh-huh," you muttered, clicking the button to unlock your car before yanking the door open. He was right behind you, still trying.

“You’re not seriously leaving me right now, are you?”

You shot him a cold glance, leaning on the car door. “Yep. Maybe you should call Heejin—see if she’s free tonight. She can keep my side of the bed warm,” you spat, sliding into the driver’s seat.

His jaw ticked, tongue poking at the side of his cheek as he leaned back, letting you slam the door in his face. The engine roared to life, filling the thick silence between you two, but he didn’t even flinch. Instead, he nodded, something dark flashing in his eyes as his teeth toyed with his lip ring.

“You know I’m just gonna follow you, right?” His low voice carried through the glass, calm as ever.

You rolled your eyes, throwing the car into gear and pulling out of the lot.

But you weren’t the least bit surprised when, just a few moments later, you caught sight of his car pulling out right behind you.

He was home before you.

Not that you were surprised. You had gotten the doorbell alert two streets over, and it only made you scoff, your foot easing off the gas as you slowed down even more, wanting to make him wait. You had briefly considered going to Jimin’s for the night, but you knew better. Even though Jungkook had a soft spot for his assistant, there was no way in hell he’d let you sleep over at another guy’s house, and you weren't about to drag Jimin into that.

Sliding out of your car, you said nothing, grabbing your coat and purse from the passenger seat before locking it. Jungkook was already perched on your front doorstep, his head snapping up the second your tires crunched against the driveway.

“Baby, I need you to turn your location back on. I get it. You made your point—”

“Don’t start, Jungkook.” You sighed, your heels clicking against the stone steps as you brushed past him to unlock the front door.

You didn’t even bother closing the door behind you as you walked in, knowing he was right behind, the sound of it clicking shut as he locked it for you. Your purse and coat landed carelessly on the hallway table, and your fingers instinctively massaged the soreness creeping up the side of your neck. Without a word, Jungkook crouched down and slipped off your heels, lining them up neatly next to his shoes.

It was late, and the exhaustion that had been chasing you all night was finally sinking in. Your body ached, your mind was running on fumes, and all you really wanted was to crawl into bed and sleep. But something in the air told you that wasn’t happening any time soon. Whether it would be another argument, angry makeup sex, or another night of kicking Jungkook to the couch—only to lie sleepless for an hour before dragging his ass back to your bed—you weren’t sure yet.

Your steps were slow as you made your way to the bathroom, flicking the light on before leaning heavily against the sink. You cracked your neck, your eyes closing for a brief moment as the exhaustion took over.

You didn’t even flinch when Jungkook’s chest pressed against your back, his strong arms slipping around you as he reached for the faucet to wash his hands. The water ran pinkish, swirling down the drain as it cleared the blood and dirt from his knuckles, but you weren’t concerned. He knew how to throw a punch safely—years of boxing and training made sure of that. This was very mild compared to the damage he’d done in the early days of your relationship. Back then, you’d spent more time getting him unbanned from clubs than actually enjoying them.

He dried his hands slowly, taking his time before reaching for one of your hair ties on the counter. His fingers worked through your hair, gathering it into a loose ponytail.

You were far too drained to even consider pushing him away—not that you would’ve, even if you weren’t. Upset? Sure. But truly mad? Not really.

You knew exactly what you were getting into when you fell for a wildly successful, young CEO. Long nights, last-minute cancellations, missed plans—it was the nature of his world. Normally, you accepted it. But tonight had been different. Tonight was supposed to be one of the rare, precious evenings you finally had time to spend together after months of clashing schedules. You’d planned for it, gotten excited about it, and then… it was ruined. So, yeah, you were pissed.

But at the same time, you understood. The Cypher Project was monumental for Jeon Corp. Jungkook had poured nearly a year of blood, sweat, and no sleep into it. It was his baby, and only a handful of people were allowed anywhere near it—his assistants, his CCO, and you. This project mattered. But god, you missed him.

This, though? This was just typical Jeon Jungkook groveling. He’d pamper you, apologize at least a thousand times, buy you another bag or three, and then fuck you until you couldn’t remember why you were mad in the first place. The order of events varied; the bags sometimes took a day or two to arrive.

Once your hair was up, he gently spun you around and lifted you onto the bathroom counter. Your eyes remained shut as he moved between your legs, his long arms reaching for your skincare products. You didn’t have to tell him anything—he knew your routine better than you did at this point.

Before he got started, you cracked one eye open, just for a moment, grabbing his right hand and holding it softly in your lap. Your thumb traced over his knuckles, following the tiny splits. One was still bleeding slightly, while the other looked like it would be bruising by morning.

“Getting better, baby. Barely any blood this time,” you hummed, lifting his hand to your lips and pressing a gentle kiss to his knuckles before closing your eyes again, waiting.

He smiled at that, though you couldn’t see it. The weight of the towel settled on your lap, and his hand left yours, resting lightly on your chest as he leaned you down, cupping warm water from the sink to wet your face. You stayed still, letting him move through the motions, only shifting when he needed you to. His touch was precise but gentle as he massaged the cleanser into your skin.

Your toes wiggled absentmindedly on either side of his thighs, tapping softly against him while he moved through your products, handling each one with practiced ease.

Jungkook was quiet for a moment before he finally spoke.

"I want to move in with you."

You didn’t open your eyes—mostly because your face was covered in toner—but the way your feet stopped swinging and your eyebrows shot up said everything.

“Well, that’s one way to grovel,” you muttered under your breath, leaning down blindly to rinse your face. Jungkook cupped his hand, helping you wash off the spots you missed before gently wiping your face dry with the towel. He pressed a quick kiss to your lips through the fabric.

Cute, you thought.

“Gross,” you mumbled, the faintest smile tugging at your lips.

He didn’t respond, just slipped his hands down your bare legs, wrapping them securely around his waist. You tugged the towel down and blinked up at his pretty face. He just stood there, quiet, watching you. Waiting.

"Are you waiting for something?" you asked, raising an eyebrow.

He bit his lip, barely concealing a smile. “Hmm. Is that how you’re going to be?”

“I don’t know what you mean…”

“So your answer is no, then.” He hummed.

“My answer is nothing because you didn’t ask me a question,” you retorted, brattily swatting his bum with your foot, the light tap making him smirk.

“It’s going to happen eventually,” he said, his tone certain, almost mocking, as he leaned down to brush his lips against yours. His hand caught your ankle, stopping your wandering toe from getting too close to the no-go zone. Well, except that one ti—

“May as well get it out of the way, baby.”

“Oh,” you laughed, amusement coloring your voice as you unwrapped your legs from his waist, resting them on the counter. “Glad you consider the next step in our relationship something we should just get out of the way.”

His eyes sparkled with amusement as he pulled your legs back down, positioning himself firmly between them again, his hands settling possessively on your thighs. “You know what I mean,” he murmured, his voice dipping into a low growl.

“You already know I’d do anything with you, baby,” you sighed, rolling your eyes as your feet lifted back up to drum lightly against his bum. “But I’m annoyed that you asked me this right after an argument. You’re just doing what you think will make me happy—”

The cold, metallic sensation on your thigh interrupted your sentence. Frowning, you glanced down to see his tattooed hand resting on your skin, something small and cool pressed beneath his palm.

Your brows furrowed. “Move your hand, Kookie.”

He didn’t move, his gaze locking with yours. His eyes were serious—more serious than you’d seen in a long while. And that was saying something. Jungkook was always confident, always certain about your relationship, but this… this was different.

“Y/N,” he said softly, his tongue flicking at his lip ring.

“Yes?” you asked, your voice softening as your finger reached up to gently swat his tongue away before you adjusted his lip ring back into place.

“You know how much I love you, right? Like, really know how in love with you I am?” His voice was so genuine, his eyes searching yours intently.

Your head tilted slightly as you swallowed the urge to tease him. The feeling of that little cool object under his palm had your mind racing. You already knew exactly what it was, and if you’d been wearing underwear right now, they’d be fucking soaked.

“I do,” you nodded just as seriously, your hands resting on the counter on either side of your thighs as you leaned forward, waiting for his pouty lips to meet yours. He didn’t make you wait long, leaning down immediately, humming as you gently suckled on his tongue and over his lip ring before pulling back.

“I know, baby. I feel it every day." You spoke against his lips, giving them a soft peck before pulling back a little, "I’m so lucky to have you all to myself. I love you just as much, my darling. I hope you know that.”

“I do, baby.” He nodded, leaning down to brush his pretty nose against yours. “You’re it for me, angel. There’s no one after you. That, I know.”

“Mmh,” you grunted in delight, your nose scrunching as your hand snaked around the back of his neck, pulling him down to your lips, hard.

Jungkook melted into you instantly, his hands finding their way up your body as he kissed you with the kind of need that made your entire body hum. His fingers curled into the back of your hair, pulling you deeper into the kiss, and you moaned softly against his mouth, just as his hands moved lower.

“Oh my god,” you mumbled, breaking the kiss suddenly as your eyes dropped to the now-uncovered little piece of metal resting on your thigh.

Tears welled up in your eyes the moment you saw it. Your hand darted down, snatching up the now-warm key like it was made of glass, your fingers trembling as you inspected it. This wasn’t a key to his penthouse—you already had one of those.

This was new. Bigger. And turning you the fuck on.

Jungkook's bunny teeth grazed his lip ring, a rare flicker of hesitation crossing his face as he watched you silently. Jeon Jungkook didn’t get nervous. He was rich, successful, gorgeous, and had the hottest girl he had ever seen in his life all to himself. But even he couldn’t deny that his heart was beating a little fast, or whatever.

“Baby, fuck," you choked out, your brows furrowing as the tears threatened to spill over. You looked up at him, still clutching the key. "You fucking... ugh!"

Your hand gripped the collar of his shirt, yanking him back down to you. You kissed him again, deep and needy, your lips crashing against his with a desperation you couldn’t quite name.

"Love me that much, hm?" you mumbled between kisses, your voice husky, body arching into him as his tattooed hands slid down your sides, long fingers squeezing around the soft flesh. "Bought me a fucking house, huh, baby?"

Jungkook’s smirk brushed against your lips, so cocky, so him. “Well, I’m not fucking renting it.”

A loud laugh bubbled out of you, muffled by his mouth still pressed against yours. It was cut short when his tongue slipped past your parted lips, hot and familiar, moving with practiced ease.

His tongue... fuck, with the number of times and places you’d had it in your body, you were sure you could pick it out from a lineup blindfolded. Skilled, wet, with that lingering touch of cigarette. Fucking perfect.

You grunted against his mouth, your hand blindly reaching to set the key on the counter without pulling away. “Told you to stop smoking.”

“Told you to get fucked,” he hummed back, his words vibrating on your tongue as his hands slid from your hips to your ass, gripping hard enough to make you gasp before pulling you flush against his growing bulge.

“Cunt,” you giggled, your fingers tangling around the back of his neck, pulling him in deeper, your tongue chasing that smoky flavor as heat pulsed between your legs. The softest whine escaped your lips as you swallowed his taste.

“Bitch,” he mumbled lowly, tattooed fingers giving a dirty squeeze to your ass, brows furrowing in delight as his hips ground into yours, the thick, hard length of him pressing between your thighs. Even through the layers of fabric, the friction sent a needy throb straight to your clit.

Your nails scratched lightly against the nape of his neck, and just as you were about to bite down on his tongue, he suddenly pulled back, leaving your lips parted in a confused pout.

“What?” you whined, trying to tug him back down to your mouth, but he wasn’t budging. His eyes were locked in place.

On your crotch.

Oh.

“Y/N.” His voice dropped, deeper, more dangerous.

“Yes, my love?” you blinked innocently, tugging at the collar of his shirt. He didn’t move.

“Are you not wearing fucking panties?”

“Um,” you pursed your lips, pretending to think. “Would you believe me if I said I was?”

Your boyfriend scoffed sorely, giving a bitter nod before peeling himself from you completely and walking out of the bathroom.

You sat there for a second, blinking, frowning at the sight of him walking away, watching how the thick muscles in his back rippled beneath his shirt. God, you just wanted to run your tongue over every inch of that perfect, sinful skin, remembering all the times you had gotten off just by riding that big fucking back—

Shit.

“Baby!” you called after him with a pout, hopping off the counter and ignoring the sticky feeling between your thighs as your feet hit the floor. You wobbled slightly, legs stiff from sitting too long. With a quick kiss to the key resting beside the sink, you dropped it into your jewelry case and scurried after your angry boyfriend.

“Kookie, hold on…” The sound of your footsteps echoed down the hallway, needy and impatient.

This wasn’t how it was supposed to go. You were really pissed when he canceled, okay, and so you did the one thing you knew would get under his skin... going commando in public when he wasn’t around.

You fully expected him to find out at the bar or during some angry foreplay at home. Then, he’d get all sexy, possessive, and you’d end up screaming his name so loud your neighbors would complain again.

But not like this. Not after he’d been so gentle, taking your makeup off with soft, careful touches. Not after he’d just given you the key to the fucking house he bought for the two of you! He was probably feeling all soft and vulnerable, having just taken such a big step in your relationship...

You know, people didn’t really get it—but deep down, your boyfriend was just a big, cuddly teddy bear. Sure, a teddy bear with like three assault charges, but that’s besides the point.

God. Fuck, fuck, fuck!

Jungkook didn’t stop. He rounded the corner into your bedroom, shoulders stiff, jaw clenched.

You followed him in, flicking on the light just in time to see him unbuttoning his shirt, quietly tugging it free from where it had been tucked into his slacks. His back was to you, standing near your vanity, jaw tight with restraint, anger radiating off him in waves.

The muscles in his broad shoulders flexed as you stepped closer, your palms sliding up the expanse of his back.

"Baby, I'm—"

"Don't." His voice was low, firm—a quiet command cutting off any apology on the tip of your tongue. He pulled his shirt off, tossing it over the chair beside him before his hand moved to his belt, the metallic clink sounding sharper in the silence of the room.

You sighed softly, pressing a kiss to his warm, bare shoulder, the skin still taut with tension. Your forehead rested against his back as your arms wrapped around his waist, holding him close. “Are you mad at me?”

"Mhm." He scoffed, pulling his belt through the loops and throwing it onto the growing pile of clothes.

Without a word, he shrugged off your hold, his back stiff as he walked over to your dresser. Opening the middle drawer, he pulled out one of his shirts, and without even looking back at you, he held it out.

You didn’t hesitate, taking it from his hand. He didn’t need to say anything—Jungkook never wore shirts to bed. Your fingers slipped behind your back, tugging down the zipper of your dress before you let the fabric fall in a pool at your feet.

His eyes caught your movement in the mirror, and he scoffed softly, watching as you unclasped your bra. The bra slipped down, the absence of panties now glaringly obvious. His expression tightened as you slid his shirt over your head, the oversized fabric falling to mid-thigh.

Jungkook unbuttoned his slacks in silence, shoving them off until he stood in just his briefs. He bent down, gathering both of your discarded clothes before disappearing into the bathroom to toss them into the hamper.

You heard the water running as you pulled the band from your hair and padded toward the bathroom, wanting to brush your teeth too. But before you could enter, he stepped out, his tall frame blocking the doorway.

"Get in bed," he said sternly, leaving no room for argument.

You pouted but turned around, dragging your feet toward the bed. From the way he flicked off the light behind you, it was clear you weren’t getting dicked down tonight. Jungkook always kept the lights on when he was fucking you—he liked to see everything properly. You frowned as you crawled under the covers.

"My love," you started softly, watching his back as he climbed into bed, turning to face the window. He didn’t respond. "Baby, please—"

"I’m so fucking angry," he finally spoke, his voice low, thick with frustration. Your hand raked over the tattoos covering his tense arm as you scooted closer, your fingertips tracing the ink in the way you always did to calm him down.

"Turn around and go to sleep," he grumbled, laced with warning.

"Can’t sleep when you’re mad at me. You know that," you whined softly, shuffling closer until you were pressed against his back, your leg draping over his waist, pulling yourself into his space.

He tensed under your touch but didn’t push you away.

You nuzzled into him, your cheek resting on his shoulder, hand tracing gentle patterns along his side. "Talk to me, baby," you whispered, your voice soft, pleading. "Please."

"You knew it would piss me off. I don’t know why you’re surprised—"

"Yeah, but I thought it would be like sexy, possessive, fuck me into the mattress mad…" Your words were muffled as your lips brushed against the warmth of his back, speaking directly into his skin. “I didn’t expect you to ask me to move in with you, baby—”

"So, if I didn’t," he interrupted, tugging the blanket over his shoulder, brushing you off in the process. "You wouldn’t be sorry at all?"

You frowned, pulling the blanket back down and reclaiming your spot, pressing yourself against him again.

“Not really,” you admitted, lips finding the little heart tattoo on his shoulder blade that he’d let you needle into him. You pressed a gentle kiss to it, your voice softening into a playful coo. “Was really mad at you. But then you were all stupidly cute and you bought us a fucking houseee, baby.”

Your fingers curled around his bare side, your kisses turning into quick, playful pecks across the tattoo. "And now I am very..." You pressed another kiss to his skin, “sorry.” Kiss. “My love.” Kiss.

He shifted slightly, his body tense but responsive to your touch. You knew you were getting to him, your lips soft against his inked skin, your tone low and slow. His jaw tightened, but he didn’t stop you, not entirely immune to the way your kisses trailed over his back, or the way your fingers skimmed down his side.

“You think you can just kiss me and make it better?” His voice was still low, but there was something softer creeping into it, the edges of his anger starting to blur under your touch.

You gazed affectionately at your softie's back, a smile playing on your lips as you rubbed your nose over the tattoo. “Maybe,” you hummed. “But I can do a little more than kiss you, if that's not enough…” you whispered, your hand trailing lower, brushing just above the waistband of his briefs.

He let out a small, frustrated sigh, but his body betrayed him—muscles relaxing slightly under your touch.

“Brat,” he muttered under his breath, shifting his position to lie on his back, allowing the blanket to slide down his body and reveal his broad, toned chest.

A soft, approving grunt left your lips as you shamelessly drank in the view, your eyes lingering on your favorite tattoo, scribbled prettily across his chest.

You’ve always been vocal about your love for Jungkook’s tattoos—they’re one of your favorite things about him. Some hold more meaning than others, but they're all breathtakingly beautiful. Honestly, with the number of times your nails have raked down his skin while he takes you like an untamed force, you’d think the ink would’ve rubbed off by now.

But your favorite? The tattoo nestled right below his left, perfectly pink nipple.

Your name.

You’ve never been one for tattoos on yourself, and you know people have all sorts of opinions about getting your partner’s name etched into your skin—a curse, they say. But when Jungkook told you, not asked, told you that he was going to get your name tattooed on him, you'd never dropped to your knees so fast in your life.

You were both lounging lazily on his couch, enjoying one of those rare days off, when he told you the news. The next twelve hours were spent on his lap, with the couch left in a state that required professional cleaning. Jungkook was very upset when you had it cleaned while he was at work, but you made it up to him.

By telling him you wanted one too.

You could already picture your sweet Christian mother rolling in her grave at the thought of you getting a tattoo, let alone your boyfriend’s name—the same boyfriend who’s done things to you no amount of repentance could ever erase. But it’s okay. You planned to get it in a place she wouldn’t see, wherever she’s watching from.

When you told Jungkook about your plan to get matching ink, it led to the second most tender and passionate sex you’d ever had—the first being the day you both said “I love you” for the first time. He's a sap like that.

You were supposed to get "Jungkook" etched onto your inner thigh, but the moment the needle touched your skin, you knew there was no way in hell you were sitting through all eight letters. So, you settled for "JK." Still adorable, and you loved it. So did he.

He’s obsessed with it, sometimes spending hours suckling on the ink. He’ll fall asleep with his head in your lap, the tattooed skin nestled in his mouth like a pacifier. His hand gravitates there when you're out to dinner with friends, resting directly on the spot if you're wearing a skirt, over your jeans if you're not.

Jungkook, of course, got your entire first name and let you pick where it would go. He only had one condition: it had to be on the front of his body—somewhere on his chest or maybe his thigh. When you asked why, he simply said he wasn’t getting any other tattoos there. That space was only for you.

You immediately picked the spot under your favorite nipple of his, and rode him into the sunset right after.

Angel isn’t a word most people—well, any people—would use to describe Jeon Jungkook. But for you, it’s that simple.

He’s your angel. Your short-tempered, jealous, possessive, fiery-fisted angel. For forever and then some.

Despite your boyfriend's irritated expression, you could sense the familiar heat building up in him, causing his eyes to darken and his teeth to tug on his lip rings unconsciously. You felt yourself clench around nothing at the sight.

God, you were down so bad.

A sly grin tugged at your lips as you shifted, sliding your leg over his waist to straddle him, your bare heat pressing flush against the hard bulge straining beneath his briefs. A soft, satisfied hum escaped your throat as you leaned down, letting your lips graze along the sharp line of his jaw.

“Thought you liked your bitches bratty,” you murmured, the words brushing against his lip rings. You kissed your way slowly, deliberately down his neck. “Heard Heejin can get real mouthy.”

“Hm, she’s not usually that bad around me,” he said, his tone casual, almost playful. His tattooed fingers slipped beneath the hem of your shirt, tracing lazily along your sides. “Then again, her mouth is usually otherwise occupied.”

Your lips froze mid-kiss against his neck, the heat in the room shifting as a bubbling wave of jealousy swirled low in your stomach. You knew he was only matching your teasing with his own, but it didn’t stop the image from forming—Heejin, beneath you, as you straddled her in this exact position. Only this time, you weren’t smirking. This time, your hands gripped a pillow, pressing it down firmly until her frantic kicks finally stilled.

You recovered quickly, trailing your kisses lower down his chest. “Yeah?” you bit, voice tight as you continued kissing along his skin. “She suck your cock just the way you like it, baby?”

Jungkook swallowed a shiver as you slid down his body, your mouth hovering over his chest. The tension between you thickened as your teeth grazed his nipple, your tongue darting out just enough to tease.

“Yeah,” he answered, voice strained as he felt your hot breath fan over him. “She’s real sloppy with it. Bit surprising, considering she acts like a fucking church girl in the office—”

You waited until his nipple hardened from the sensation of your breath before biting down, hard, sinking your teeth into the sensitive skin.

His reaction was instant—a sharp hiss slipping through his clenched teeth as his fingers dug into your sides on instinct, gripping you hard enough to leave marks.

His hips jerked up against you, the friction sending a spark through your core as he tried to suppress the groan building in his throat at your obvious stake to claim. His restraint was fading, and you couldn't fucking wait.

You followed up with a soft lick, soothing the now-red nub before lowering your mouth to press a wet, possessive kiss over your tattoo on his chest.

“Sorry,” you mumbled insincerely, pulling back just enough to lock eyes with him.

Jungkook’s gaze was fiery, narrowed as he looked up at you, but you could see the way his breath quickened, his stomach contracting deliciously beneath your bare heat that he was affected.

The grip on your hips tightened, pulling you down harder as he let out a low warning. "Careful, baby."

You smiled small, dragging your nails lightly over his abdomen as you trailed back up his body. “Sorry, baby. Hyungwon used to love it when I did that—"

You didn’t get to finish your sentence before Jungkook was flipping you onto your back, his hands gripping your wrists and pinning them above your head. The look in his eyes was dark, jaw clenched tight as he loomed over you.

If there was one thing that drove Jungkook over the edge, it was when you mentioned your ex.

"Think you're so funny, hm?" His voice dropped low, a dangerous edge creeping in as his grip on your wrists tightened slightly, his gaze darkening as it scanned your face. You could feel the shift—he was serious now.

You pouted up at him, a small smile still playing on your lips. “Just being honest, love. Hyungwon’s left nipple was really sensitive—”

A deep scoff reverberated from Jungkook’s chest, his fingers tightening their hold just enough to send a shiver down your spine. He leaned down, his nose brushing yours as his jaw clenched.

"If you ever comp—" he stopped abruptly, his breath unsteady, voice shaking with barely-contained rage at being compared to the guy he’d nearly put into a coma the last time he laid eyes on him. His jaw clenched, tongue sliding over the inside of his cheek as he glared down at you. "Say his name again, Y/N. I fucking dare you."

You don't know why you did it.

Maybe you lacked survival instincts. Or maybe it was because you were wetter than the fucking Atlantic.

Oh well. Too late now.

"Hyungw—"

You barely got through the first syllable before you were flipped onto your stomach, your cheek pressed into the mattress, the sudden force of the movement knocking the air from your lungs.

A grunt escaped your lips, your head tilting just enough to catch your breath. You could barely contain the smile threatening to spread across your face, your bottom lip caught between your teeth as a thrill of excitement raced through your veins.

Fucking finally.

Jungkook’s weight vanished from the bed, and though every nerve in your body screamed at you to move, you knew better. You had been here before, too many times to count. Sitting up to look at him would earn you more than just punishment—it would leave you edged and begging for release until you were a writhing, pathetic mess. Normally, you’d relish every second of that torture, but right now you were too fucking soaked and too fucking needy to drag this out any longer. You haven't had his cock inside you since before he left your place for work this morning.

And that was like… seventeen fucking hours ago!

Your body thrummed with anticipation, the ache between your thighs pulsing as you stayed perfectly still, hands flat at your sides. You nuzzled deeper into the pillow with a pleased hum, toes wiggling in eager impatience.

Then came the sound you were waiting for.

He was back behind you, the loud click of the belt buckle confirming it. "'M getting too soft on you, baby." His voice was low, dark.

The mattress dipped beneath his weight, and you felt the cold brush of the belt against your bare thighs, the sensation jolting straight to your core.

You bit down harder on your lip, resisting the urge to respond. You knew that would only make it worse. And better.

"Let you ignore my texts," he hummed, the belt dragging slowly up the curve of your legs, making you squirm involuntarily under his touch.

"Let you walk around with no fucking panties," he growled, his hands pulling up the hem of his shirt so your body was fully exposed to him. You immediately gripped the fabric, holding it tight so it stayed in place, eager to feel the weight of his eyes on your bare skin.

"Bought you a fucking house."

He rested the belt on your waist, a promise of what was to come, then his fingers trailed lower, sliding exactly where you wanted them. He gripped your ass, spreading your cheeks just enough to let you feel the warm brush of his fingers against your slick heat.

"This what you wanted, baby?" His voice was a low, mocking drawl, dripping with condescension. "You want me to fuck you like the needy little slut you are?"

A helpless whimper escaped your lips, your thighs parting instinctively at his words, betraying the desperation that throbbed through every inch of your body.

It was fucked, really—how easily he could lead you into this hazy, trance-like state with just a few words. In everyday life, you were lippy, hot-headed, the kind of person who would never let anyone walk all over you without a fight.

But with Jungkook? When he controlled you, when he degraded you, it never left you feeling small, not like other inferior men from your past who only managed to make you feel amused or bored.

With Jungkook, it was different. The way he commanded you, as twisted as it was, it made you feel seen. Wanted. Like you were exactly where you needed to be—in his hands, under his control. All you desired was to surrender completely, to let him take and take until there was nothing left.

Maybe you were biased, considering you loved the man currently smirking wickedly above you with every fiber of your being, but who cared? He owned you, and god, did you love every second of it.

Jungkook hummed, his fingers sliding through your wetness, gathering it slowly. You could hear the smirk in his voice. "So wet just from running that fucking mouth of yours, huh?"

Your breath hitched, every nerve firing as he lifted a hand to press lightly on the buckle resting on your back, the pressure sending a delicious ache radiating through you. You could already imagine the sting it would leave, the thought alone making you drip.

Then, his hand trailed back down your side, leaving the belt untouched and useless on your back. You bit back a disappointed grunt.

"All leaky and achy just from imagining Heejin-ah with my cock in her mouth, baby?" His taunt was biting, and you couldn’t stop the irritated noise that bubbled from your throat. He deliberately added the friendly honorific to get a rise out of you. And it worked.

"Oh?" Jungkook's laughter was filled with malice as he lightly traced his thumb over your folds for the briefest of seconds, not enough to satisfy, not even close.

"You don’t like it when I talk about other girls having me like you have me, huh? Not so fun is it, baby?"

His thumb brushed against your clit, fleeting, fast, gone before you could even register the sensation. Your hips bucked, chasing after the contact you craved, but he was already pulling away.

"Funny that," he mused before his tone turned menacingly low. "Because you sure as hell like talking about that boring fucking cuck a bit too much for my liking."

With the last remnants of your composure, you opened your mouth, ready to fire back one last bratty comment. Maybe the lord was on your side, though, because before you could get a word out, Jungkook cut you off.

"Color."

The retort died on your tongue, and before you even processed it, the response was out.

"Bright fucking green."

Jungkook’s mouth came down hot and harsh, his evil tongue licking a fat stripe right down your soaking slit. He took one of your ass cheeks in each hand, parting them effortlessly. You felt more than heard the deep inhale and exhale over your cunt as he dipped his nose into it like a dog would do to their water bowl on a hot fucking day.

Your breathing turned erratic, and your hands curled into fists to stop yourself from grabbing his head and forcing him deeper into your pussy. The way his tongue moved so deliberately, so lazily, only heightened the tension coiling tight in your core. When he had his fill of dragging his nose up and down your slit, his mouth latched onto your clit, slurping it up like it was his last fucking meal.

Your back arched, a strangled moan ripping from your lips as your fingers clawed at your sheets, trying to clutch onto any last thread of sanity. The grip on your ass tightened, keeping you wide open as he went at you with a brutal pace. Your thighs trembled around his head, your hole fluttering at the pleasure he was delivering to your clit. He was relentless, taking out all his anger and frustration on your poor little pussy.

Your cunt couldn’t keep up with him. It was dripping, soaking your boyfriend's face faster than he could lap it up, coating his chin and dripping down to the sheets beneath you. He groaned into your pussy, a low, dirty sound that vibrated right through your core.

"Ah! Fuck baby," you sobbed, burying your face further into the mattress. "Ngh-fuckkk!"

He didn't stop, tongue noisily sucking and flicking at your clit. Then his hand lifted and came down hard on your right ass cheek, the sharp slap sending a jolt straight through you. It ripped a moan from your throat and you forced yourself not to ask for another one.

"Not my name right now," he pulled back enough to scoff.

Before you could respond, Jungkook’s hands were already on you, shifting your body until you were holding yourself up on your hands and knees, your weight settled into doggy position.

He let out a low hum in approval before wasting no time and burying his mouth back into your heat, tongue sliding up and down viciously through your sopping folds.

“Ah-uhhh! Yes, daddy, oh my godddd,” you cried out, your eyes rolling back, hips bucking as his nose pressed deeper into your pussy.

He moaned into you, the vibration rippling through you as his tongue trailed slowly toward the entrance of your weepy hole.

Your evil fucking boyfriend hovered there for a moment, pretending to tease the tight muscle before his lips gave a big, harsh suck. The sound echoed in your ears as he slurped up as much of your slick as he could, coating his tongue before shoving it right into your clenching hole.

“Ah!” Your scream tore raw from your throat, your nails digging sorely into the mattress. His free hand slid up your body, four fingers pressing into the top of your ass cheeks, gripping you with possessive strength, while his thumb found your swollen clit, rubbing it in big, messy circles.

"Daddy -ah! Oh my fuckkk yes, eat your fucking pussy daddy, goddd."

Jungkook groaned lowly into you, eyes fluttering closed as he relished in the taste of the sweetest pussy he's ever had and will ever have in his life. He was manic as he drank from it, slurped at it, rubbed it all over his dirty fucking face. The wet sounds of his tongue pistoning into your hole, his finger sliding over your soppy clit, your fucked-out whimpers while you screamed for your Daddy.

Music to his fucking ears.

Your legs shook, elbows digging into the mattress as you forced yourself to keep form. If it weren't for your boyfriend's firm hand pressed against your stomach, holding you up, you both know you'd be face down on the mattress again.

Jungkook felt the tension in your belly beneath his palm and he knew you were getting close. He let you writhe for a few more seconds before slowing his movements, slipping his tongue from your hole and pressing a kiss to the pretty, puffed outer lips. He gave a wet suckle to your pebbled clit on his way out and finally pulled back with a loud smacking sound.

As much as the whiny cry you let out when he pulled away made his already aching cock throb harder in his briefs, he needed both hands for what he was about to do to you. And you knew it.

His bunny teeth poked out to graze against your inner left thigh, pussy-coated lips puckering to press a soft kiss over the ink that bore his name. Then, his hand pulled back and landed a quick smack on your right thigh, the light sting spreading instantly across your skin.

You understood immediately, a strained groan slipping from your lips as you rolled onto your back, head sinking into the pillow.

The belt buckle had been digging into your skin, so you quickly pulled it from beneath you, tossing it beside you on the bed. Your feet pressed into the mattress, knees bending as your legs spread open once more, leaving your glistening pussy on full display—just the way he taught you.

"Mm," Jungkook hummed approvingly, his eyes raking over your body with that look of dark satisfaction. His hand drifted to his cock, now uncomfortably hard, and gave it a rough palm through the fabric.

When his gaze paused at your chest, where his shirt had slipped back down to cover your breasts, you knew what to do.

But you didn't want to take it off… it was your favorite.

Instead, you tugged the fabric higher, pulling it up over your tits, shuddering as the material grazed over your sensitive nipples. Your tongue darted out to wet your lips before you bit down lightly on the hem, holding it in place between your teeth.

Jungkook let out a low, dirty groan, his fingers trailing up your thighs, giving the soft flesh a possessive squeeze. "Good girl, baby."

"Thank you, daddy," you keened at the praise, though your response came out muffled with the shirt wedged between your teeth.

You gave a little impatient wiggle of your hips, feeling the mixture of slick and saliva begin to drip out of your pussy the longer it was left unattended.

Jungkook's eyes hooded at the sight, watching as a glob of his spit dripped down from your pussy and disappeared right between your crack. He swallowed hard, hands itching to spread the fat cheeks and watch the liquid pool around your tight, puckered hole. He'd grab your phone and make you bring up Park Hyungwon's contact, force you to Facetime the pathetic fuck, and make him watch as he let more of his spit trail from his mouth right over your greedy ass. Then he'd use his big tongue to shove it deeper and deeper into your winking little hole .

Of course, the Hyungwon part was purely theoretical because you no longer had his number or any contact with that cunt anymore. Jungkook saw to that three days into your relationship. But the other parts—

"Daddy?"

His gaze slowly drifted up to your pretty face when your muffled voice broke him from his thoughts. "Yes, my baby?"

"Wha's da bel' for?" you mumbled, your speech slurred by the fabric of his shirt still caught between your teeth.

Jungkook’s tongue swiped over his bottom lip, eyes darkening at the sight of you struggling to speak, and he wasn’t surprised when his cock twitched in response, pressing harder against his stomach.

He glanced at the belt lying next to you. “Was gonna punish you, angel,” he admitted softly.

His hand trailed down, freeing his throbbing shaft from its restraints and kicking the briefs aside. The (non-sexual related) clean freak in him made a mental note to tidy up later.

Climbing onto the bed, he settled between your legs, his weight pressing down on you as his chest melded into your soft, warm skin. A quiet, content sigh slipped from his lips as he let himself sink into you.

“But 'm still very sorry about earlier,” he murmured, his words a gentle apology as his hand brushed along your side, his nose nuzzling against your boob. “And I wanna be a little gentler with you tonight. Is that okay?”

A warmth swirled in your stomach, sending soft flutters through your body. Your hand lifted to thread through his silky, messy hair, your nails grazing his scalp just the way he loved.

“Of cour-kkhm,” His eyes flicked up to meet yours from where his head rested on your chest, and with a bunny smile, his fingers carefully tugged his shirt from your mouth, freeing your lips so you could speak more clearly.

Leaning down, you pressed a gentle kiss to his tattooed fingers, feeling his warmth seep into your skin. “You can have me any way you want, baby,” you whispered softly, your words full of affection. “You know that.”

“Never getting rid of me, you know that, right?” he murmured against the soft skin of your sideboob, his lips puckering to suck a delicate mark into the flesh.

“Would never try,” you sighed, your hand trailing down to rest on his warm, solid back as he licked tenderly over the mark he’d left. “Would fucking castrate you if you even tried to leave me.”

A low, deep laugh rumbled through his chest, vibrating against your body as he shifted up, his naked form pressing closer until his mouth found its place in the crook of your neck. He mumbled softly, a smirk tugging at his lips, “Would let you.”

You giggled, your head tilting to meet your other half. “Slut,” you mumbled sweetly before connecting your mouth with his. Your lips moved together in perfect sync, tongues lazily lapping against each other, unrushed and full of love.

The taste of you in his mouth had you clenching around nothing as the memory of his filthy tongue buried between your thighs minutes ago resurfaced. Your hips rocked up lightly, exhaling through your nose when the tip of his cock just barely brushed against your sticky clit, the sound loud in contrast to the soft click of your tongues.

Jungkook was no less affected, groaning into your mouth as his fingers tightened around the sides of your waist. His hips shifted down so the full length of his shaft could slip between your slick folds, and he reveled in the loud, squishy noise of your heat enveloping him as he slid back and forth.

“Mmmmhh,” you broke away from his mouth with a sigh of relief, your head lolling back as your body ignited at the feeling of his cock finally returning home. He didn’t make a move to push inside just yet, continuing his deep thrusts, coating his length and balls in your slick as he rutted back and forth. "Shit, baby."

Jungkook’s groan was strained as his hand trailed from your side, slipping between the two of you without moving his head. He reluctantly pulled his cock from your slick folds before two of his fingers were there to replace it, sinking into your heat without hesitation.

"F-fuck," you choked, your chest heaving at the sudden stretch, your body reacting instantly to the familiar intrusion. It was the first time something stiff had been inside you all night, and the relief was overwhelming.

Jungkook groaned low in your ear, letting you adjust for a second before his hunger took over. He pushed his fingers in deeper into your hole, sinking them in fully until his palm slapped loudly against your clit. Then he pulled them out and drove them back in, harder.

"Oh god, b-baby, shitttt." Your nails dug into the skin of his shoulders, jaw slacking when his long fingers easily reached that spongey part deep inside of you.

He nuzzled into your neck, his lips brushing the hot skin there as his fingers continued their relentless pace, a soft groan escaping his throat. The way your walls squeezed tightly around his fingers like you didn't want him to pull out, the loud sqsch-sqsch-sqsch of your pussy echoing in his ears as he thrusted his hand in and out of your dirty little hole.

God, he was going to cum untouched like a fucking teenager.

“Need to put it in, please, baby,” he begged softly, voice strained with need, his breath hot against your neck. “Need you."

Your hand cupped his face, fingers brushing lightly over his jawline as your eyes fluttered shut. “Take it,” you mewled, breath catching as his fingers slowed. His hips shifted back over you, his heavy balls pressed snugly against your clit. “Take it all, baby. It’s yours.”

Jungkook didn’t need to be told twice. He withdrew his fingers, his wet hand wrapping around his throbbing cock. He exhaled into your neck before slipping back into your folds and you choked out a loud sigh of relief as he finally began to fill you up.

“Shittttt,” he slurred against your neck, his forehead pressing into your jaw as he sank all the way in until his hips were flush with yours. “God, baby... so fucking good.”

His body stayed pressed against yours, his chest melting into your own, every inch of his skin needing to feel yours. His lips ghosted over your collarbone, up your neck, and to your jawline, pressing gentle kisses as he moved inside you with deep, unhurried thrusts.

“Fuck, baby,” you whimpered, your hands sliding up his back, pulling him impossibly closer. You buried your face into his neck, the scent of Bvlgari and tobacco making your head spin. It was so good. So fucking him.

The warmth of his heavy body on top of you made you feel so safe, so completely his. It fueled the burning ache in your stomach, the pressure in your core building with each deep stroke.

Your brows furrowed, overwhelmed, and your eyes pooled with tears, both from pleasure and emotion. "God, I love you so much, Jungkook. You make me feel so safe a-and loved," you choked out, voice trembling.

Jungkook’s hips stilled slightly, but you felt the way his cock twitched inside you at your words. He pulled his head back, looking down at your tear-streaked face, eyes softening.

"My baby," he mumbled softly, his clean(er) hand lifting to brush away your tears before leaning down to press soft kisses over your flushed skin.

"As long as I’m alive, nothing and nobody will ever hurt a hair on your pretty little head, Y/N." He kissed over the fresh tears, licking the salty liquid off his lips before placing a soft kiss onto your pouty lips. "Besides me, of course, when you ask me to."

A watery chuckle escaped your lips as he added, "I love you more than I love myself, baby. You're my world. I would kill for you," another kiss to the corner of your mouth before he cheekily added, "almost have."

You giggled, shaking your head and leaning up to press a grateful kiss against his lips. You followed it with another, longer one, brushing softly over the cool metal of his lip rings. "Can't wait to live with you, baby."

"Mmm," he groaned in satisfaction, his hips instinctively picking up their slow, deep rhythm at your words. "Yeah? Can’t wait to be trapped in my house, nowhere to run when you’re being a little brat?"

You laughed, breathy from the way he was rolling his hips into you. "Like I get far as it is? You just follow me like a dirty stalker."

His smile turned dark and playful as his thrusts became a little sharper. "Uh-huh, and you think that would stop when we sign some stupid joint tenancy papers?"

You couldn't help the way you clenched around him at that, big eyes blinking up at him in shock. "You're letting me sign the papers with you?"

Jungkook's brows furrowed as if confused. "Baby, it's our house; why wouldn’t you?"

A grunt rumbled from your throat as you pulled him down, teeth sinking into his bottom lip. Jungkook groaned into your mouth, his hands sliding down to grip your hips tightly, his thrusts growing rougher in response to the bite.

The sounds that echoed around your bedroom were wet, needy, the slick squelching with every push and pull as he kept his pace, deep and steady. Your breaths mingled, his lips hovering over yours as he rocked into you.

Jungkook groaned lowly, his hips pressing harder, more urgent. “You feel so fucking good, baby,” he rasped, his lips pressing soft kisses along your jaw, up to your ear. “Give it to me every day, and it's still so wet and tight for me, fucking hellll.”

You keened at his praise, biting your lip harshly as his pace quickened. Your legs wrapped tighter around his waist, thighs squeezing as you pulled him deeper inside you until you were so close you were getting shoved into the headboard with each thrust.

“Ah, bab-uh! Right theree,” you whined, back arching as he hit that spot with precision, his thick head shoving against your g-spot like it was second nature. He knew your body inside out, and still, every time felt like a new fucking discovery.

Jungkook grunted lowly, his lips hovering by your ear as he thrust deeper, harder. “Right there, baby? That’s my spot, isn’t it? Feels so good when I fuck into it like that, huh?”

Your nails dug into his back as you whimpered, completely at his mercy. The slamming of the headboard against the wall was so loud but you couldn't care less. “Yes, yes, fuck, baby, that's yooourr fucking spot, uuh! Fucking take it, baby, godd!"

Jungkook groaned, his hips snapping faster, rougher, each thrust more desperate as he pounded into you. “I will,” he promised, possessiveness dripping from every word. “And you’re gonna give it to me, right, baby? Gonna beg me for it?”

“Please, baby, take it,” you cried out, your legs tightening around his waist. “Take it all, it’s yours. Just fucking take it.”

His hand gripped your hip hard, anchoring you in place as he slammed into you over and over again. He shifted you down a little so your head wasn't slamming into the headboard and his free hand slid down to rub over your slippery clit.

"Whose is it, huh? Who does this dirty fucking pussy belong to? Tell me.”

“You,” you sobbed, your body trembling beneath him, the pressure building in your core so quickly you could barely think. “It’s yours, baby. All y-yours.”

“Say my fucking name when you come,” he demanded, “and you’re gonna take everything I give you, right, baby? Greedy little pussy’s gonna suck up every drop of my fucking load. And you’re gonna hold it in there until I’m ready to turn you into a mama.”

You came so fucking hard.

It hit you all at once—your release crashing through you, your body shaking violently as a broken scream ripped from your throat, nails digging so deep into his skin you knew you’d leave marks.

“Jung—” your breath hitched in a sob “Jungkooookkkk!”

Your body arched into him, every wave of pleasure crashing through you, leaving you limp and trembling beneath him as he kept pounding into you, chasing his own release. The sound of his balls slapping against your ass echoed in your ears, barely drowning out the breathless thank yous tumbling from your lips.

“Good fucking girl,” he praised, his voice strained as his hips stuttered, his cock pulsing as he used you as a fleshlight.

“Gonna be the best daddy,” you cried, legs shaking as you let him abuse your whimpering cunt. “Can’t wait to have your fucking babies. Give you, uh, g-give you as many as you want daddy.”

“Fuck, Y/N,” he groaned, head thrown back in bliss. “Yeah? Gonna keep popping out babies for daddy until he says you’re done? Gonna let me fuck you so full until it sticks... 'til your belly’s so big you can barely fucking walk, baby?”

You could hear the slick, wet sloshing noise every time he pulled out and slammed back into your pussy, and you swore it was the prettiest sound you’d ever heard.

“Yesss, daddyyy,” you cried out, voice high and desperate. “Please make me a mommy. P-please.”

“Nghhh, fuck!”

With one final deep thrust, he spilled into you, hot and thick, his body trembling as he filled you completely. Your name fell from his lips again as your greedy walls fluttered and clenched around him, eager to milk every last drop of cum from his cock.

But he didn’t stop.

Jungkook’s hips kept rolling into yours, adjusting for a moment at the sensitivity before he sped up, dragging his softening cock against that perfect spot inside you. His thumb was cruel, chasing your swollen clit even as it tried to hide from him.

It was too much, too intense, but you couldn’t stop the way your body reacted—back arching, nails back digging back into his big shoulders, a broken wail spilling from your lips.

“Fuck, baby,” you whimpered, head falling back as the overstimulation consumed you. “I c-can'tttt—”

“Another one," Jungkook growled, his lips brushing over your jaw, kissing you through every ragged breath. “C'mon, my love, you can do it. One more. One more, then you're done, baby.”

And just like that, it hit you—your second orgasm crashing through your body, leaving your toes curling and vision blurring. You cried out his name, your entire body shaking beneath him as he kept grinding, coaxing you through every wave of pleasure until you were trembling, thighs quivering around his waist.

“God, fuck!” you sobbed, clinging to him as the last of your release pulsed through you, squeezing his soft cock tight as he groaned into your neck. You were limp, shaking, but he stayed right there.

You both knew the chance of actually getting pregnant was very slim, thanks to the implant your arm, and you weren’t ready for that. You think.

But the breeding talk always turned you both the fuck on, and that 1% chance set something dangerous ablaze inside you. The risk, however small, just made it so much hotter.

You let out a content sigh as you crashed back to earth, shaky arms looping around his neck, pulling him down, craving the weight of his body on yours. Jungkook collapsed on top of you, his breath hot against your neck as he pressed soft kisses to your skin, still buried inside you

“Did so good, my baby. Always so good for me,” he cooed, his voice low and soft, as his nose nuzzled gently against your skin, brushing over your collarbone.

A breathy giggle escaped your lips as your fingers threaded through his slightly damp hair. “Thought you said you wanted to be gentle tonight.”

Jungkook hummed lazily against your neck, his lips trailing over your skin with a soft chuckle. “That was gentle,” he murmured, sinking deeper into your warm skin.

You snorted softly, shaking your head. “You’re not wrong,” you replied, your chest still heaving slightly as your hand slid soothingly up and down his back. You felt him smile against your neck, his arms tightening around you, his cock still nestled deep, clearly in no rush to pull out anytime soon.

For a moment, it was peaceful—the sound of your mingled breaths the only noise in the room. Then, Jungkook lifted his head slightly, glancing at the soft glow of your Mac screen. His eyes caught the time, and he let out an annoyed groan, burying his face deeper into your skin.

“Hm? What’s wrong?” you asked, your fingers still threading through his hair as you glanced toward the screen yourself. Your heart dropped when you saw the time.

“You’ve got to be up in, like, three hours,” you mumbled, running your hand down his back, your feet sliding up and down the back of his thighs in an attempt to soothe him.

Jungkook’s body tensed slightly at the reminder, his lips still pressed to your neck. You could feel the irritation in his silence, and your heart sank at the thought of him leaving before you even woke up.

“I’ll make your lunch before I come into work at eight, baby,” you offered softly, your voice gentle as you tried to ease his frustration. “I can bring it up to y—”

“I’m not going,” he interrupted, his voice firm but soft against your skin.

Your heart stilled at his words, and you pulled back slightly, trying to see his face. “What do you mean, you’re not going?”

“I’m not going in tomorrow,” he repeated, lifting his head to meet your gaze. “And you’re not either. We’re staying right here until we both get some real sleep.”

You blinked in surprise. “But—”

“And then,” he cut you off again, his lips brushing yours as he spoke, “we’re gonna wake up, pack your shit, and move into our house.”

Your heart fluttered in your chest. “Yeah?” you whispered, your voice barely audible as you looked into his eyes, searching for any hint of hesitation.

Jungkook nodded, his lips curving into a soft smile as he leaned down to kiss you pouty lips, his hands brushing back your hair. “Told you, you can’t run from me anymore, baby.”

You grinned against his lips, wrapping your arms around his neck as you kissed him deeply, your heart swelling with love.

“I love you so much, my dirty stalker,” you cooed against his mouth, your fingers drifting to trace over your name inked across his chest.

Jungkook’s eyes crinkled as his lips pressed softly against yours again, his body relaxing as he breathed you in. “I love you more, my crazy girl."

WOW what a ride!! let me know what you think?? love you 🖤

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Safeguarding Deposits and Promoting Stability: The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

Written by Delvin In the aftermath of the Great Depression, the United States faced a severe banking crisis that left many Americans without access to their hard-earned savings. In response to this crisis, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) was established in 1933. In this article, we delve into the origins, purpose, and significance of the FDIC, highlighting its role in insuring…

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Achieving Global Peace and Justice: The Crucial Role of Goal 16 and Strong Institutions

In an ever-changing and interconnected world, achieving peace and justice is of paramount importance for the well-being and progress of societies. Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16), aptly named "Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions," recognizes the significance of establishing robust governance structures, promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, and ensuring access to justice for all. This article delves into the essence of Goal 16 and highlights its vital role in fostering peace, justice, and strong institutions worldwide.

Understanding SDG 16 and Its Significance

SDG 16, part of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, holds significant importance in addressing some of the most pressing global challenges. It acknowledges the inseparable connection between peace, justice, and strong institutions as crucial foundations for sustainable development and the well-being of societies worldwide. By setting this goal, the United Nations aims to provide a comprehensive framework that guides countries in their efforts to create peaceful, just, and inclusive societies.

At its core, SDG 16 recognizes that without peace and stability, sustainable development becomes unattainable. Armed conflicts, political instability, and social unrest not only lead to immense human suffering but also impede progress in various areas such as education, health, and economic growth. By prioritizing peace, the goal acknowledges the urgent need to address the root causes of violence, prevent conflicts, and build societies that can thrive in an atmosphere of tranquility.

In addition to peace, justice is an essential pillar of SDG 16. It emphasizes the importance of establishing fair and effective legal systems that ensure equal access to justice for all individuals, regardless of their socio-economic background. Access to justice is not limited to formal legal processes but extends to broader aspects, such as addressing grievances, resolving disputes, and promoting human rights. By ensuring access to justice, societies can guarantee the protection of fundamental rights, reduce inequalities, and foster social cohesion.

Strong institutions form another critical aspect of SDG 16. These institutions encompass a wide range of entities, including governments, public administrations, judicial systems, and law enforcement agencies. They play a pivotal role in upholding the rule of law, promoting good governance, and ensuring accountability at all levels. Strong institutions provide a stable framework that enables countries to effectively respond to the needs of their citizens, protect human rights, combat corruption, and provide essential services. By strengthening institutions, countries can establish an environment conducive to sustainable development and the realization of the other Sustainable Development Goals.

SDG 16 outlines specific targets and indicators to guide countries in their efforts to achieve peace, justice, and strong institutions. These targets include reducing all forms of violence and related death rates, ending abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against children, promoting the rule of law at the national and international levels, and significantly reducing corruption and bribery. Additionally, the goal aims to ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory, and representative decision-making processes, strengthen the capacity of institutions at all levels, and ensure public access to information and fundamental freedoms.

To achieve these targets, countries need to develop comprehensive strategies, policies, and action plans tailored to their specific contexts. This requires multi-sectoral collaboration involving government entities, civil society organizations, the private sector, and citizens themselves. It is crucial to address the underlying factors that contribute to violence, inequality, and weak institutions, such as poverty, lack of education, discrimination, and social exclusion. By adopting a holistic approach and integrating the principles of SDG 16 into their national agendas, countries can make significant strides towards building peaceful and just societies.

Moreover, achieving SDG 16 requires international cooperation and partnerships. Many of the challenges related to peace, justice, and strong institutions transcend national boundaries, necessitating collective action. Countries can collaborate on sharing best practices, exchanging knowledge and expertise, and providing financial and technical assistance to support capacity building efforts in developing nations. By working together, the international community can promote peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and the strengthening of legal systems globally.

SDG 16 plays a pivotal role in the global pursuit of sustainable development. By recognizing the interconnectedness of peace, justice, and strong institutions, this goal provides a comprehensive framework for countries to eradicate violence, reduce corruption, promote good governance, and ensure equal access to justice. The successful achievement of SDG 16 not only contributes to the well-being of individuals and societies but also creates an environment conducive to the realization of all the other Sustainable Development Goals. Through collective action and commitment, countries can build a world where peace, justice, and strong institutions prevail.

The Link between Peace, Justice, and Sustainable Development

Peace and justice are intricately interconnected with sustainable development. Without peace, societies face constant conflicts, hindered progress, and widespread poverty. Similarly, without justice, marginalized communities struggle to access essential services, experience discrimination, and live in perpetual insecurity. Achieving sustainable development requires addressing the root causes of violence, establishing just systems, and providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background.

Building Strong Institutions for Effective Governance

Strong institutions are the backbone of a functioning society. They uphold the rule of law, protect human rights, and ensure accountability. Such institutions foster trust between citizens and governments, creating an environment conducive to economic growth and social stability. Through effective governance structures, governments can address societal grievances, reduce corruption, and promote transparency, ultimately leading to stronger and more inclusive societies.

Advancing Peaceful and Inclusive Societies

Peaceful and inclusive societies are vital for achieving SDG 16. By promoting social cohesion, dialogue, and inclusivity, countries can reduce violence, prevent conflicts, and create a harmonious environment where all individuals can thrive. Investing in education, empowering marginalized communities, and fostering intercultural understanding are key components in building societies that value diversity and promote peaceful coexistence.

Reducing Violence and Crime Rates

SDG 16 emphasizes the need to reduce all forms of violence and crime. Violence, whether it is domestic, interpersonal, or related to armed conflicts, hampers development efforts and negatively impacts individuals, families, and communities. Through the implementation of effective policies, investments in crime prevention, and promoting conflict resolution mechanisms, countries can create safer environments that enable their citizens to lead fulfilling lives.

Tackling Corruption and Promoting Transparency

Corruption undermines trust in institutions, distorts the allocation of resources, and exacerbates inequality. SDG 16 highlights the importance of combating corruption at all levels and promoting transparency in governance. By establishing robust anti-corruption measures, implementing accountable practices, and encouraging citizen participation, countries can foster an environment of integrity, thus bolstering public trust and promoting sustainable development.

Ensuring Access to Justice for All

Equal access to justice is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of SDG 16. Many individuals, particularly vulnerable populations, face barriers when seeking justice, including financial constraints, discrimination, and inadequate legal systems. By strengthening legal institutions, providing legal aid, and promoting fair and efficient judicial processes, countries can ensure that justice is accessible to all, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

Promoting International Cooperation and Partnerships

Achieving SDG 16 requires global collaboration and partnerships. Addressing transnational crime, promoting the rule of law, and strengthening institutions at the international level are essential components of Goal 16. By fostering cooperation among countries, sharing best practices, and providing financial and technical assistance to developing nations, the international community can work collectively towards peace, justice, and strong institutions worldwide.

Conclusion

Goal 16, "Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions," recognizes the indispensable role of peace, justice, and effective governance in achieving sustainable development. By promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, reducing violence and crime, tackling corruption, ensuring access to justice, and fostering international cooperation, countries can create a world where all individuals can live in dignity, security, and prosperity. To create a better future for all, it is crucial that governments, organizations, and individuals join forces to support and implement the targets of SDG 16, working towards a more peaceful and just world.

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𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐬 + 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬

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Taurus energy brings stability, sensuality, and a deep appreciation for the material and the tangible, guided by Venus’s influence. Unlike other signs that push us outward, Taurus in each House encourages us to root deeply and build steadily. By exploring its rulership across the Houses, we uncover how this grounded energy impacts various aspects of life. This journey reveals the unique ways Taurus inspires us to seek comfort, foster loyalty, and cultivate resources, guiding us to create a life that embodies security, beauty, and enduring value.

𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Aries rising, Taurus presides over the 2nd house of wealth, speech, values, and familial bonds. With Taurus here, there is an earthy, steady approach to the material and familial realms. Taurus imbues this house with patience, a desire for security, and an instinct for preservation. Aries rising individuals feel a natural pull toward building long-lasting stability and cultivating a solid foundation in their resources and family relationships. Taurus in the 2nd house seeks not just material wealth, but value that endures. There is an inclination to gather resources in a way that fosters comfort and inner peace, aligning with Taurus’ gentle yet unwavering nature.

Venus through the Houses

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the 2nd-house Taurean energy directly into the self, giving the native a graceful, magnetic presence. The individual embodies the qualities of harmony and groundedness, valuing personal refinement and balance in all things. Their approach to resources and speech is gentle, with a natural gift for diplomacy.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in its own 2nd house intensifies the Taurean energy, enhancing the native’s desire for beauty, comfort, and stable wealth. They possess a refined approach to earning and may be drawn to artistic or aesthetic pursuits. With this placement, the individual has a special ability to attract wealth and harmony into their family life.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus directs the 2nd-house Taurean energy into communication and daily interactions. The native’s speech is charming and persuasive, often promoting peace and harmony. This placement encourages the sharing of refined ideas, with a love for expressing beauty in words and gestures.

Venus in the 4th House: In the 4th house, Venus channels the 2nd-house energy into the home and emotional foundation. The native seeks a beautiful and harmonious home, where peace and stability reign. They may feel deeply rooted in family values, finding comfort in traditions that bring a sense of timeless security.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house brings the Taurean energy of the 2nd house into creativity, romance, and learning. The native expresses themselves artistically and may pursue romantic relationships that embody stability and devotion. This placement fosters love for the arts, with an eye for elegance and beauty.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 2nd-house energy into service and daily work. The native may seek comfort in routine and find pleasure in creating harmony within their work environment. There’s an emphasis on serving others with grace, and they may work in fields connected to beauty, health, or aesthetics.

Venus in the 7th House: With Venus in the 7th, the 2nd-house Taurean energy channels into partnerships. The native values loyalty and stability in relationships, often drawn to peaceful and committed unions. Harmony in relationships becomes an extension of their personal values, fostering enduring bonds.

Venus in the 8th House: Venus in the 8th house brings the 2nd-house energy of Taurus into the realm of transformation, shared resources, and depth. The native approaches shared finances and intimate connections with loyalty and a need for stability. They are drawn to soulful bonds that provide a deep sense of security.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 2nd-house energy into philosophy, higher learning, and spiritual beliefs. The native seeks wisdom and beauty in knowledge, often valuing teachings that bring inner peace and groundedness. They may travel or study to broaden their understanding of security beyond the material.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the 2nd-house energy toward career and public life. The native has a natural charm in the professional sphere, often pursuing career paths that bring stability and align with their values. Success is grounded in a steady approach and an appreciation for balance in public roles.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th house brings the 2nd-house energy into social networks and aspirations. The native values friendships that are loyal and supportive, often surrounding themselves with people who share their appreciation for stability. Their ambitions are fueled by a love for beauty and harmony within groups.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the native’s approach to wealth and values takes on a spiritual dimension. They may find peace in solitude or be drawn to artistic and healing practices that help them transcend material attachments. This placement encourages inner fulfillment beyond worldly comforts.

𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Taurus rising, Taurus governs the 1st house, or lagna, which signifies the self, body, and natural approach to life. With Taurus here, the soul embodies an earthy, grounded essence, seeking stability, beauty, and comfort as foundational elements of self-expression. Taurus rising individuals have an inherent patience and calm, often taking a methodical, step-by-step approach to life’s pursuits. With Taurus’ energy in the 1st house, these natives radiate an aura of steadiness and reliability, exuding a quiet yet powerful presence. Life’s journey for Taurus rising is about cultivating a strong inner foundation and valuing simplicity, grace, and harmony in all things.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: With Venus in the 1st house, the Taurean energy of beauty, grace, and balance is strongly expressed in the self. The native is naturally charming, graceful, and possesses an attractive presence. Their approach to life is harmonious, with a focus on aesthetics and cultivating a balanced, peaceful aura.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house amplifies Taurus rising’s connection to wealth, values, and security. The native is deeply attuned to material stability and values the beauty of well-earned resources. Their approach to finances is often steady, practical, and guided by an appreciation for lasting quality.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus directs the 1st-house Taurean energy into communication, learning, and close relationships. The native expresses themselves charmingly and finds pleasure in intellectual pursuits. Their communication style is gentle and persuasive, often guided by a love for harmony and connection.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the Taurean energy into the home and emotional foundation. The native seeks a beautiful, comfortable home environment that reflects peace and stability. There is a strong attachment to family traditions and values, as well as a nurturing approach to loved ones.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th channels the 1st-house Taurean energy into creativity, romance, and self-expression. The native enjoys artistic pursuits, often expressing their appreciation for beauty through hobbies or romance. This placement enhances creativity and a love for personal expression.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th house directs the Taurean energy into service, health, and daily routines. The native brings a sense of harmony and balance to work and may be drawn to careers in beauty, health, or service. They value a peaceful environment and tend to work steadily toward goals.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean energy of stability and commitment into relationships. The native seeks balanced, harmonious partnerships and may attract loyal, dependable partners. This placement enhances the desire for peace and lasting connection in both personal and professional partnerships.

Venus in the 8th House: With Venus in the 8th, the Taurean energy flows into transformation, shared resources, and the deeper mysteries of life. The native approaches joint finances or intimate connections with steadiness and loyalty. They may be drawn to explore the hidden dimensions of life, guided by an appreciation for deep, soulful bonds.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 1st-house Taurean energy into philosophy, travel, and spiritual beliefs. The native values wisdom and beauty within cultural experiences, often drawn to places and teachings that provide a sense of inner peace. This placement enhances the desire for balance between the material and the spiritual.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the Taurean energy of stability and grace into career and public life. The native’s professional approach is patient, grounded, and often focused on creating beauty or stability within their field. They may gain respect for their balanced, dependable nature in the workplace.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th house brings the Taurean qualities of loyalty and harmony into friendships and aspirations. The native values relationships within social groups, often preferring stable, supportive connections. They may pursue goals that align with their appreciation for peace and harmony in society.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the Taurean energy takes on a more spiritual tone, guiding the native toward inner beauty and solitude. They may seek peace and fulfillment through introspective or creative pursuits. This placement encourages letting go of material attachments and finding beauty within.

𝐆𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Gemini rising, Taurus governs the 12th house, the house of solitude, spiritual surrender, hidden realms, and liberation (moksha). With Taurus in this introspective house, Gemini natives often seek peace, beauty, and comfort in solitude or quiet retreats. This placement suggests that Gemini rising individuals find inner grounding and emotional release through simple, steady pleasures, as well as through spiritual practices that cultivate peace. Taurus here brings a sense of stability to the native’s hidden life, inviting them to balance Gemini’s active mind with Taurus' calm, grounding energy. The soul is drawn to appreciate life’s quiet beauty and to explore its more spiritual or mystical dimensions in a practical, grounded way.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: With Venus in the 1st house, the 12th-house Taurean energy of solitude and beauty flows directly into the self. The native has a graceful, calming presence and may seek a life that balances outward activity with time for reflection. Their approach to life blends Gemini’s curiosity with Taurus’ love for peace.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 12th-house Taurean energy toward wealth and values. The native may seek financial security not only for comfort but also to support spiritual or personal retreats. They value simplicity and find joy in balancing material comforts with inner peace.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus brings the 12th-house energy of peace and beauty into communication and learning. The native often expresses themselves gently, and may have a talent for conveying complex spiritual or emotional ideas. They find comfort in intellectual pursuits that offer depth and tranquility.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the 12th-house Taurean energy into the home and family life. The native seeks a peaceful, stable home environment, where they can retreat and recharge. There may be a strong spiritual or creative quality to the home, serving as a personal sanctuary.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 12th-house energy into creativity, romance, and learning. The native may express their spirituality through the arts or creative pursuits and is drawn to romantic experiences that offer depth and meaning. Balance is found in relationships that provide both passion and serenity.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus directs the 12th-house energy of peace into service, health, and daily routines. The native brings a sense of calm and grace to their work and may seek professions that allow them to serve others in a nurturing or healing capacity. Balance in work routines is essential for well-being.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean qualities of loyalty and comfort from the 12th house into partnerships. The native may seek soulful or spiritually inclined partners and values relationships that feel grounding and supportive. They are drawn to partnerships that offer inner peace and mutual support.

Venus in the 8th House: With Venus in the 8th, the Taurean 12th-house energy moves into transformation and shared resources. The native approaches matters of intimacy with depth and values relationships that provide emotional security and profound connection. Spiritual growth is found through transformative experiences and close bonds.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 12th-house energy into philosophy, travel, and higher knowledge. The native may be drawn to study mystical or spiritual teachings that bring peace and grounding. Travel to beautiful or sacred places brings fulfillment and expands their understanding of inner liberation.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the 12th-house energy toward career and public roles. The native may be drawn to a career in spirituality, healing, or creative arts, valuing work that brings beauty and peace to others. They are often respected for their gentle approach and steady, compassionate nature in professional roles.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the Taurean energy of inner peace into friendships and collective aspirations. The native finds joy in community work or spiritual groups, often drawn to causes that promote harmony. They may seek like-minded friends who appreciate simplicity and spiritual pursuits.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in its own 12th house, the Taurean qualities of peace, beauty, and inner comfort reach their highest expression in solitude and spiritual surrender. The native may find deep contentment in creative solitude, meditation, or spiritual retreats. Here, Venus guides them toward inner peace, helping them release material attachments and cultivate true liberation.

𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Cancer rising, Taurus governs the 11th house, the house of friendships, long-term goals, aspirations, and the communities they associate with. With Taurus here, Cancer rising individuals approach friendships and social circles with loyalty, stability, and an emphasis on trust and reliability. They are drawn to friendships that feel enduring and supportive, and they value communities where they can feel a sense of grounding and mutual respect. Taurus brings a nurturing, earthy energy to the native’s long-term goals, infusing aspirations with a desire for security, abundance, and shared enjoyment. Cancer rising individuals find fulfillment in social bonds that offer peace and simplicity, as Taurus in the 11th house favors deep, stable connections over superficial ties.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the 11th-house Taurean energy of loyalty and comfort into the self, enhancing the native’s gentle, harmonious presence. They are naturally friendly, approachable, and may attract loyal friends. Their approach to social connections is sincere, valuing stability and warmth in friendships.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house amplifies Cancer rising’s connection to wealth and values, bringing a desire to support their aspirations through financial stability. The native may find joy in building resources that help them achieve long-term goals, often focusing on building a secure foundation with friends or family.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus directs the 11th-house energy of Taurus into communication and close relationships. The native may be naturally gifted at bringing people together and enjoys sharing meaningful ideas with friends and siblings. Their interactions with others are grounded, and they seek social connections that are genuine and steady.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the 11th-house Taurean energy of comfort into the home and family life. The native may find that socializing and hosting friends brings joy and fulfillment. Their home is often a place of gathering, where they offer warmth, stability, and comfort to close friends and family alike.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 11th-house energy into creativity, romance, and personal expression. The native is drawn to friendships with creative or artistic individuals and may have a natural talent for blending social and creative pursuits. They enjoy sharing beauty and inspiration with their community.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 11th-house energy toward service, health, and daily responsibilities. The native may form close bonds with colleagues or those they serve, often seeking harmony and cooperation in the workplace. They value routines that support both their goals and well-being.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean qualities of loyalty and stability from the 11th house into partnerships. The native may be drawn to partners who are also close friends or who share in their long-term goals and aspirations. Relationships are grounded in mutual respect and a shared sense of purpose.

Venus in the 8th House: With Venus in the 8th, the 11th-house Taurean energy of loyalty and depth flows into the realm of transformation and shared resources. The native may have deep, transformative friendships or find that their social circles involve shared financial ventures. They are drawn to connections with profound emotional depth.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 11th-house energy into philosophy, travel, and higher learning. The native may form connections with people from different backgrounds, expanding their horizons. They are drawn to friendships and communities that share their ideals and aspirations for a meaningful, fulfilling life.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th house directs the 11th-house Taurean energy toward career and public life. The native may pursue social goals that align with their career or find fulfillment through networking in professional spheres. They are respected in social circles for their steady, grounded approach to aspirations.

Venus in the 11th House: With Venus in its own 11th house, the native is particularly attuned to building meaningful friendships and aligning social connections with their long-term goals. They value loyal, stable friendships and may attract supportive, like-minded individuals. Aspirations are pursued with beauty, peace, and community in mind.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the Taurean energy of the 11th house takes on a more introspective, spiritual quality. The native may find themselves drawn to quiet, spiritual communities or experience fulfillment in serving others behind the scenes. Friendships provide peace and often support their journey toward inner growth and liberation.

𝐋𝐞𝐨 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Leo rising, Taurus governs the 10th house, the house of career, reputation, status, and public duties. With Taurus here, Leo rising individuals bring a grounded, stable, and methodical approach to their career and public roles. Taurus' energy in the 10th house suggests that these natives value consistency, reliability, and beauty in their work, often aiming to build something long-lasting and meaningful. There is a natural affinity for roles that offer security and allow them to showcase a refined aesthetic or practical skill. With Taurus in the 10th, Leo rising individuals are likely to pursue a path that aligns with their values, appreciating a slow and steady rise to success that honors their sense of integrity and beauty. They approach their career and public life with patience and a commitment to quality.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: With Venus in the 1st house, the Taurean energy of stability and refinement is brought directly into the self. The native carries an aura of grace and charm that influences their career and public life, often presenting themselves in a calm, attractive manner. Their personal charisma is key to their public success.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 10th-house Taurean energy into wealth and values. The native may be drawn to careers that allow them to accumulate wealth or preserve family traditions. They find public success through a steady, value-driven approach to finances and resources.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus brings the 10th-house Taurean energy of stability and beauty into communication and intellectual pursuits. The native may find success in careers involving writing, teaching, or media, where they express ideas harmoniously. Their speech and communication style are refined, helping them gain respect in their field.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the 10th-house energy into the home and family. The native often seeks a career that allows them to maintain a stable, beautiful home life. They may find success in areas related to real estate, home decor, or nurturing roles, creating a harmonious balance between public and private life.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th channels the 10th-house energy into creativity, romance, and expression. The native is likely drawn to creative or artistic professions and finds joy in showcasing beauty and refinement in their work. This placement encourages public roles that allow for creative self-expression and joy.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th house directs the 10th-house energy toward service, health, and daily work. The native may find a career in service-oriented fields or health and wellness, where they bring harmony and balance to their work. They are respected for their dedication and commitment to creating beauty in daily routines.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean energy of stability and beauty into partnerships. The native may seek a partner who supports their public goals or even shares their professional life. Success often comes through harmonious collaborations, and they are drawn to public roles that allow them to foster relationships.

Venus in the 8th House: With Venus in the 8th, the 10th-house energy flows into transformation and shared resources. The native may be drawn to careers involving finance, psychology, or metaphysics, where they can explore depth and transformation. They are seen as powerful yet graceful in public, balancing intensity with calm.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 10th-house energy into philosophy, travel, and higher learning. The native may seek a career in education, publishing, or travel, finding fulfillment in sharing beauty and wisdom. They bring a calm, inspiring presence to public roles that allow them to explore larger truths.

Venus in the 10th House: With Venus in its own 10th house, the Taurean energy of beauty, stability, and refinement reaches its peak expression in career and public life. The native is often admired for their poise, charm, and sense of harmony, achieving success in fields related to art, aesthetics, finance, or any area that values quality and beauty.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 10th-house Taurean energy of harmony and stability into social networks and collective goals. The native finds success through friendships and community work, often drawn to causes that promote beauty or harmony. They gain fulfillment from social networks that support their aspirations.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the native’s career and public life take on a more introspective or spiritual dimension. They may be drawn to work in healing, the arts, or spirituality, where they find peace in creating beauty and supporting others behind the scenes. This placement often encourages inner growth through selfless service.

𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐨 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Virgo rising, Taurus governs the 9th house, the house of higher learning, philosophy, spirituality, and journeys of discovery. With Taurus here, Virgo rising individuals pursue wisdom and spiritual understanding in a calm, stable, and practical way. Taurus in the 9th brings an appreciation for the beauty of knowledge, guiding them toward philosophies that resonate with harmony, balance, and enduring values. These individuals are likely drawn to teachings that are both enriching and grounded in practical wisdom. The influence of Taurus in this house suggests that Virgo rising natives view spirituality as a source of inner peace and seek experiences that bring stability to their lives. They are often inclined toward meaningful travel or cultural experiences that align with their deep appreciation for art, culture, or nature.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the Taurean energy of beauty, grace, and calmness directly into the self. The native embodies a peaceful presence and may be admired for their natural charm and grounded wisdom. Their approach to spirituality is both personal and practical, and they often radiate harmony.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house channels the 9th-house Taurean energy into wealth and values. The native seeks financial stability as part of their path to higher knowledge, often finding fulfillment in traditions or practices that honor their values. They may see material security as a foundation for pursuing spiritual growth.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus in the 3rd brings the 9th-house energy of philosophy and beauty into communication and intellectual pursuits. The native enjoys sharing insights and may be drawn to artistic or literary work that expresses their beliefs. Their words are grounded and refined, making them natural teachers or communicators of wisdom.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th directs the Taurean energy of the 9th house into home and family. The native’s home may be a place of spiritual or cultural richness, and they may cultivate family traditions based on beauty, peace, and harmony. Their home is a sanctuary of comfort and wisdom.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house brings the 9th-house energy into creativity, romance, and personal expression. The native may find joy in creative or romantic pursuits that reflect their spiritual beliefs. They may express their spirituality through art, finding beauty and truth in self-expression.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 9th-house energy toward service, health, and daily routines. The native finds spirituality through service to others, often valuing simplicity and beauty in daily life. They may be drawn to health professions that allow them to harmonize body and spirit.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean qualities of loyalty and harmony from the 9th house into partnerships. The native is drawn to partners who share their values and ideals, seeking relationships that reflect their spiritual or philosophical beliefs. They value harmonious, balanced partnerships.

Venus in the 8th House: With Venus in the 8th, the 9th-house Taurean energy flows into transformation and shared resources. The native finds depth and spiritual understanding through transformative experiences and close connections. They are drawn to the mysteries of life, approaching them with calm curiosity and appreciation for beauty.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus in its own 9th house amplifies the native’s appreciation for beauty, culture, and philosophy. They are naturally inclined toward spiritual pursuits that bring peace and harmony, and they may be drawn to travel or study in places of cultural or natural beauty. Their beliefs are grounded, balancing idealism with practicality.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th house directs the Taurean energy of the 9th house into career and public life. The native may find a career in teaching, art, or cultural fields, where they can share their love of beauty and wisdom with others. They are admired for their calm authority and may rise to respected positions.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 9th-house Taurean energy of harmony and peace into social networks and collective goals. The native values friendships and social causes that align with their beliefs, often drawn to groups that promote beauty, balance, or spiritual growth.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 9th-house Taurean energy takes on a more introspective, spiritual quality. The native finds peace in solitude, spiritual retreats, or quiet study. They are often drawn to mystical pursuits that help them connect with their inner world and discover beauty in the unseen.

𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Libra rising, Taurus governs the 8th house, the house of transformation, shared resources, life’s mysteries, and spiritual depth. With Taurus here, Libra rising individuals approach transformation and the unknown with patience, groundedness, and a desire for security. Taurus in the 8th house reflects a journey of stability through change, where these individuals seek to create a sense of comfort and beauty even in the most transformative or challenging aspects of life. They tend to value deep, enduring bonds and prefer intimacy that is stable and trustworthy. The energy of Taurus in this house encourages Libra rising natives to uncover inner strength through grounding practices and to find beauty within life’s hidden layers, approaching the mysteries of life with respect and care.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the 8th-house Taurean energy of depth and beauty directly into the self. The native has an aura of grace and mystery, often captivating others with a refined yet soulful presence. They approach life and relationships with both harmony and a deep appreciation for authenticity.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house channels the 8th-house Taurean energy into wealth, values, and self-worth. The native may attract shared resources or support, valuing financial stability as a foundation for deeper transformation. They are drawn to secure, enduring values, blending material and emotional stability.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus in the 3rd brings the 8th-house energy into communication and close relationships. The native may communicate with warmth and depth, often drawn to explore meaningful or hidden topics. They value open, honest conversations and are naturally skilled at expressing complex emotions with grace.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the Taurean energy of the 8th house into the home and emotional foundation. The native seeks a stable, comforting home life that allows them to process deep emotions. They may create a home environment that feels like a sanctuary, valuing privacy and emotional security.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 8th-house energy of transformation into creativity, romance, and learning. The native expresses themselves artistically with depth, perhaps exploring themes of rebirth or transformation. Romantic relationships may be intense and passionate, often teaching them about self-discovery.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 8th-house energy toward service, health, and daily routines. The native may find fulfillment in helping others through difficult times or in careers related to healing or psychology. They are drawn to service that brings beauty and transformation to others’ lives.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean qualities of loyalty and depth from the 8th house into partnerships. The native seeks intense, deeply fulfilling relationships and values commitment in partnerships. They are drawn to partners who are both dependable and willing to explore life’s mysteries together.

Venus in the 8th House: With Venus in its own 8th house, the Taurean energy is magnified in matters of transformation, intimacy, and shared resources. The native is drawn to explore the depths of human connection, finding beauty in vulnerability and intimacy. They may possess an intuitive understanding of the transformative power of love and loyalty.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 8th-house energy into philosophy, travel, and spiritual beliefs. The native may explore the mysteries of life through travel or spiritual studies, seeking depth and beauty in different cultures or philosophies. They are drawn to teachings that offer profound insights and inner peace.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th house directs the 8th-house energy toward career and public life. The native may be drawn to careers that involve transformation, beauty, or support for others’ growth, such as psychology, finance, or art. They are respected for their ability to handle complex situations with grace and calm.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 8th-house energy into social networks and group causes. The native values friendships that offer depth and loyalty and may be drawn to social causes related to transformation or healing. They find fulfillment in communities that support emotional growth and mutual care.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 8th-house energy of transformation takes on a spiritual, introspective quality. The native may seek inner peace through solitude, meditation, or spiritual practices. They find beauty in the unseen and are often drawn to mystical or healing work that fosters inner transformation.

𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐨 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Scorpio rising, Taurus governs the 7th house, the house of committed partnerships, marriage, and significant one-on-one relationships. With Taurus here, Scorpio rising individuals are drawn to partnerships that offer stability, loyalty, and a grounding influence. Taurus in the 7th house brings a desire for deep, lasting bonds, valuing relationships that are both comforting and enduring. Scorpio risings seek partners who provide balance to their own intensity, someone who brings calm, consistency, and a sense of security. They are drawn to relationships that reflect the beauty of loyalty and devotion, where both individuals can find peace and mutual support. Taurus here encourages Scorpio risings to find harmony in commitment and to cultivate patience and appreciation within their partnerships.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the 7th-house Taurean energy of harmony and loyalty directly into the self. The native has an attractive, calming presence, often naturally charming and approachable. They seek balance in all relationships and are drawn to partnerships that reflect their own inner values of loyalty and stability.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 7th-house Taurean energy into wealth and values. The native values relationships that offer both emotional and material support, seeing partnerships as a source of shared stability. They are drawn to partners who bring reliability and share their appreciation for life’s comforts.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus brings the 7th-house Taurean energy into communication and intellect. The native enjoys engaging in thoughtful, meaningful conversations with their partner and values clear, honest communication in all relationships. They are likely to seek intellectual compatibility in partnerships.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the Taurean qualities of stability and harmony from the 7th house into the home. The native may seek to create a home that feels secure and loving, often sharing a close and supportive bond with their partner. Home life is valued as a place of peace and comfort.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 7th-house energy into romance, creativity, and joy. The native may express love and devotion openly, seeing romance as a natural extension of their values. They seek a partner who appreciates beauty, passion, and creative self-expression.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 7th-house energy toward service and daily routines. The native values partnerships that support their everyday life, and they may find fulfillment in being helpful to their partner. They are drawn to partners who are reliable, supportive, and willing to work together through life’s routines.

Venus in the 7th House: With Venus in its own 7th house, the Taurean energy of loyalty and harmony in relationships is deeply emphasized. The native is naturally relationship-focused, desiring partnerships that are deeply committed, steady, and nurturing. This placement brings a great capacity for love, patience, and dedication in relationships.

Venus in the 8th House: Venus in the 8th brings the Taurean 7th-house energy into the realm of intimacy and shared resources. The native may seek transformative, soulful connections with partners and values emotional depth and loyalty. Relationships are seen as a path to inner growth and a source of shared strength.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 7th-house energy into philosophy, higher learning, and travel. The native may be drawn to partners who share similar beliefs or a love for exploration. They value relationships that expand their worldview, and are likely to seek a partner who shares an appreciation for life’s beauty and wisdom.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the 7th-house Taurean energy toward career and public life. The native may be drawn to professional partnerships or seek a partner who supports their career goals. They value stability in both career and relationships and are often respected for their loyal, steady presence in the public eye.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 7th-house energy into social networks and friendships. The native values friendships that feel loyal and supportive, often seeking friends who share their long-term goals. They may find a partner within their social circles, attracted to those who resonate with their ideals.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 7th-house Taurean energy turns inward, focusing on spiritual connections and inner peace. The native may be drawn to private or deeply spiritual partnerships, often finding fulfillment in relationships that offer emotional healing and soul-level support. They seek beauty in the unseen aspects of love and connection.

𝐒𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Sagittarius rising, Taurus governs the 6th house, the house of daily work, health, routines, and service. With Taurus here, Sagittarius rising individuals approach their work and routines with a sense of stability, practicality, and a desire for comfort. Taurus in the 6th suggests a preference for steady, well-organized routines and a practical approach to health. These natives find peace in simplicity and may be drawn to work environments that allow them to build something lasting or work with tangible results. They have a natural inclination toward service that feels meaningful and grounded, seeking balance between their adventurous nature and the calm, consistent approach that Taurus in the 6th house encourages.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the Taurean energy of comfort and steadiness directly into the self. The native has a calm and graceful presence and is often seen as approachable and kind. They naturally embody a balanced approach to life and are likely to bring a steady, charming energy into all their daily routines.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 6th-house Taurean energy into wealth and values. The native values financial security and approaches work as a means to build stability. They may find that a steady income and secure resources are essential for their well-being, and they often work with a focus on accumulating lasting value.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus brings the 6th-house Taurean energy into communication and learning. The native may find pleasure in collaborative work or be naturally drawn to communicating in a refined, harmonious manner. They work well in environments where communication is valued and may enjoy expressing beauty or balance in their interactions.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the 6th-house Taurean energy into the home and family life. The native may prefer a home that feels like a sanctuary and may enjoy working from home or in environments that offer emotional comfort. Health and daily routines are strongly influenced by a desire for comfort and balance at home.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 6th-house energy into creativity, romance, and joy. The native may approach work with a creative flair or find fulfillment in work that allows self-expression. They seek a harmonious balance between work and pleasure, enjoying routines that allow time for both productivity and creative play.

Venus in the 6th House: With Venus in its own 6th house, the Taurean energy of comfort, stability, and beauty is deeply rooted in daily life. The native values harmony in the workplace and may be naturally drawn to roles that allow them to serve others with kindness. They prioritize a balanced approach to health, often preferring routines that bring calm and wellness.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the 6th-house Taurean energy into partnerships. The native may be drawn to collaborative work and is likely to form partnerships that bring balance to daily life. They may seek a partner who shares their values around health, service, and wellness, seeing relationships as a source of support and steadiness.

Venus in the 8th House: Venus in the 8th house channels the 6th-house energy into transformation and shared resources. The native may be drawn to service that involves healing or transformation, such as psychology, counseling, or finance. They are comfortable with the deeper aspects of work and may find beauty in helping others navigate life’s complexities.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 6th-house Taurean energy into philosophy, travel, and higher learning. The native may find fulfillment in work that allows them to explore broader horizons or engage in philosophical pursuits. They enjoy work that is both meaningful and stable, and they may approach health and wellness as a spiritual practice.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th house directs the 6th-house energy of steadiness into career and public life. The native is often respected for their calm, grounded approach to work and may gravitate toward careers that offer stability. They value a public life that is steady and may be drawn to professions related to beauty, harmony, or wellness.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 6th-house energy into social networks and collective goals. The native may enjoy working within groups or communities, often valuing friendships that offer mutual support. They find fulfillment in service that benefits society and may be drawn to social causes related to wellness and balance.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 6th-house Taurean energy takes on a spiritual quality, guiding the native toward quiet or introspective service. They may be drawn to healing work or feel a pull toward professions that involve helping others in subtle ways. Solitude and inner peace are essential for their well-being.

𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Capricorn rising, Taurus governs the 5th house, the house of creativity, romance, self-expression, and joy. With Taurus here, Capricorn rising individuals approach love, creativity, and personal expression with patience, loyalty, and an appreciation for quality and beauty. Taurus in the 5th house brings a grounded and practical approach to creativity, encouraging Capricorn rising natives to create lasting, meaningful expressions rather than fleeting endeavors. These individuals seek stability and depth in romantic relationships, desiring bonds that feel secure and aligned with their values. Taurus in the 5th also gives Capricorn risings an appreciation for the arts, nature, and activities that bring calm and fulfillment.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the 5th-house Taurean energy of beauty and stability directly into the self. The native has a refined, charming presence and naturally attracts others through a calm, grounded demeanor. They embody grace and are likely to express creativity and romance in a way that feels steady and sincere.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 5th-house Taurean energy into wealth and values. The native finds joy in building material security and may be drawn to creative pursuits that generate financial stability. They have a refined approach to accumulating wealth and seek beauty and quality in all they value.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus brings the 5th-house Taurean energy into communication and learning. The native expresses themselves eloquently, with an appreciation for harmonious dialogue. They may enjoy creative writing or speaking, often sharing ideas with a sense of beauty and balance. This placement enhances romantic communication as well.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the 5th-house Taurean energy of stability and harmony into the home. The native may create a home environment that is comfortable, beautiful, and filled with love. Family traditions around beauty or creativity are likely to be cherished, and the home itself may be a space for creative expression.

Venus in the 5th House: With Venus in its own 5th house, the Taurean energy of beauty, romance, and creativity is fully expressed. The native is likely to be artistically inclined and finds deep fulfillment in love and self-expression. They approach romance with loyalty and have a natural ability to inspire others through their creative pursuits.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 5th-house energy toward work and service. The native may integrate creativity into their daily routines and seek balance in their work environment. They find pleasure in service and may choose professions that allow them to express beauty, harmony, or creativity in practical ways.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean 5th-house energy of romance and beauty into partnerships. The native is drawn to harmonious, balanced relationships and seeks a partner who shares their values. They appreciate loyalty and beauty in their partnerships, often blending friendship and romance in committed relationships.

Venus in the 8th House: Venus in the 8th house channels the 5th-house Taurean energy into transformation and shared resources. The native may experience deep, transformative relationships and values a sense of loyalty and trust in love. They are drawn to the mysteries of life and may express creativity through exploring hidden or profound themes.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 5th-house energy into philosophy, travel, and higher learning. The native may find joy in exploring cultural beauty and art, often integrating creative expression with spiritual or philosophical pursuits. Romantic experiences may be enriched by shared beliefs and a love of exploration.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the 5th-house Taurean energy toward career and public life. The native may find fulfillment in a career that allows creative expression or brings beauty to the public eye. They are often respected for their refined taste and dedication to quality in their work.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 5th-house energy into social networks and collective goals. The native finds joy in connecting with like-minded people who share their values around creativity and beauty. Friendships may be harmonious and supportive, and they may enjoy participating in group activities that involve the arts.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 5th-house Taurean energy turns inward, focusing on creativity as a spiritual pursuit. The native may be drawn to solitary, introspective forms of expression, such as meditation or art therapy. They find peace and inspiration in quiet reflection and often value relationships that allow for deep emotional connection.

𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Aquarius rising, Taurus governs the 4th house, the house of home, family, emotional foundations, and inner peace. With Taurus here, Aquarius rising individuals are drawn to create a stable, peaceful, and harmonious home environment, seeking security and comfort in their personal lives. Taurus in the 4th house suggests that these natives find emotional grounding through routines, traditions, and creating a beautiful and serene living space. They have a deep need for a secure foundation, finding peace in consistency and in building something enduring within their family or home. With this placement, they may also have a natural affinity for the arts, nature, or hands-on activities that bring beauty into their personal lives, enhancing their sense of inner fulfillment.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the Taurean 4th-house energy of beauty, peace, and stability directly into the self. The native has a naturally calming, charming presence and may seek to embody grace and balance in all aspects of life. Their sense of self is rooted in creating peace and beauty, making them a comforting presence to others.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 4th-house Taurean energy into wealth and values. The native values financial security as a foundation for emotional peace and is often drawn to building a stable home environment. They may seek to accumulate quality possessions and view wealth as essential for their inner well-being.

Venus in the 3rd House: Venus brings the 4th-house energy of beauty and comfort into communication and learning. The native may enjoy connecting with siblings and close friends and values harmonious interactions. They often speak and express themselves in a gentle, comforting manner, creating a sense of warmth in their relationships.

Venus in the 4th House: With Venus in its own 4th house, the Taurean energy of beauty, stability, and harmony is deeply rooted in home and family life. The native likely creates a beautiful, peaceful home environment and may have a special connection to their family and roots. They find joy and fulfillment in cultivating an emotionally rich and stable personal sanctuary.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 4th-house energy into creativity, romance, and self-expression. The native may find emotional fulfillment through creative projects or romantic experiences. They approach love and creativity with depth, seeking joy that feels secure and lasting.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 4th-house energy into work, health, and daily routines. The native finds peace in their work environment, often choosing jobs that allow for balance and harmony. They value stability in daily routines and may find joy in nurturing themselves and others through practical acts of care.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the Taurean qualities of loyalty and comfort from the 4th house into partnerships. The native seeks a partner who provides emotional stability and values a peaceful home life. They approach relationships with a sense of commitment and seek harmony and beauty within partnerships.

Venus in the 8th House: Venus in the 8th brings the 4th-house Taurean energy into the realm of transformation and shared resources. The native may experience profound emotional bonds and values depth in relationships. They may also find comfort in exploring life’s mysteries with a trusted partner, seeking security in transformation.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 4th-house energy into philosophy, higher learning, and travel. The native may seek emotional fulfillment through spiritual or philosophical exploration and may create a home that reflects their beliefs and ideals. Travel to places of beauty or cultural richness may bring peace and joy.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the Taurean 4th-house energy toward career and public life. The native finds fulfillment in a career that allows them to create beauty or stability, and they are often respected for their calm, grounded approach to work. They may even work in fields related to home, aesthetics, or real estate.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 4th-house energy into social networks and community goals. The native values friendships that offer stability and support and is drawn to social circles that feel like family. They seek harmony in group settings and may work toward goals that bring comfort to their wider community.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 4th-house Taurean energy takes on a more introspective, spiritual dimension. The native may find peace in solitude or through spiritual practices. They are drawn to creating a sanctuary of inner peace and may seek a home life that allows for quiet reflection and healing.

𝐏𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

For Pisces rising, Taurus governs the 3rd house, the house of communication, intellect, siblings, short travel, and skills. With Taurus here, Pisces rising individuals communicate with patience, gentleness, and a natural appreciation for beauty and harmony. Taurus in the 3rd house brings a practical, steady approach to learning and self-expression, often favoring meaningful, deliberate conversations over quick or superficial exchanges. These natives may prefer a slower, thoughtful pace when it comes to processing information and are drawn to words or ideas that resonate with timeless values. Relationships with siblings or close friends are often close and dependable, and Pisces rising natives find comfort in surroundings that are beautiful, peaceful, and nurturing to their inner life.

Venus through the Houses:

Venus in the 1st House: Venus in the 1st house brings the 3rd-house Taurean energy of grace and harmony directly into the self. The native’s communication style is gentle and attractive, often drawing others in with their calm, magnetic presence. They are naturally charming and value harmony in all their interactions.

Venus in the 2nd House: Venus in the 2nd house directs the 3rd-house Taurean energy into values and material security. The native may express themselves through topics related to wealth, values, or possessions. Communication may reflect an appreciation for the practical and the beautiful, valuing quality and meaningful exchange.

Venus in the 3rd House: With Venus in its own 3rd house, the Taurean energy of stability, beauty, and harmony is deeply expressed in communication. The native has a soothing, elegant way with words and may enjoy activities like writing, teaching, or art that allow them to express beauty and peace. Relationships with siblings or close friends are likely to be harmonious and deeply valued.

Venus in the 4th House: Venus in the 4th brings the Taurean energy of the 3rd house into home and family life. The native values harmony in their home environment and may communicate with family members in a gentle, affectionate way. They find joy in creating a beautiful home and nurturing close bonds within it.

Venus in the 5th House: Venus in the 5th house channels the 3rd-house Taurean energy into creativity, romance, and joy. The native may express their thoughts and feelings creatively, finding beauty in the arts, love, and self-expression. They are drawn to romantic or creative pursuits that allow them to communicate deeply and with style.

Venus in the 6th House: Venus in the 6th directs the 3rd-house energy toward work, health, and routines. The native may communicate in a helpful, service-oriented way, seeking balance and harmony in their daily life and work environments. They bring peace and charm into their interactions with colleagues and in their daily routine.

Venus in the 7th House: Venus in the 7th brings the 3rd-house Taurean energy of loyalty and beauty into partnerships. The native values communication in relationships, often seeking a partner with whom they can share meaningful conversations. They are drawn to balanced, harmonious partnerships where communication flows easily.

Venus in the 8th House: Venus in the 8th brings the 3rd-house Taurean energy into the realm of transformation and shared resources. The native may communicate with depth and sensitivity, often comfortable discussing intimate or profound topics. They value loyalty in close connections and may seek deeper understanding through their words.

Venus in the 9th House: Venus channels the 3rd-house energy into philosophy, travel, and higher learning. The native may express their values through a love for learning, culture, and philosophical ideas. They enjoy travel or studies that allow them to appreciate beauty in diverse places and beliefs.

Venus in the 10th House: Venus in the 10th directs the Taurean 3rd-house energy toward career and public life. The native may find fulfillment in a career that involves communication, art, or beauty. They are admired for their elegant, balanced approach to public roles and may bring a calm authority to their career.

Venus in the 11th House: Venus in the 11th brings the 3rd-house energy into social networks and group ideals. The native values harmony within friendships and may enjoy connecting with like-minded people who share their appreciation for beauty and balance. They communicate effectively within groups and may be drawn to social causes related to art or harmony.

Venus in the 12th House: With Venus in the 12th, the 3rd-house Taurean energy takes on a more introspective, spiritual quality. The native may find joy in quiet communication, solitude, or reflective activities. They are drawn to spiritual or artistic pursuits and may express themselves most comfortably in private or serene settings.

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