Chapter # 5

"So, you want me to believe that you are the crown prince in need of a wife so you can protect your throne. And you are alright with me knowing."

Jungkook had told her everything. Both of them were in the cabin alone but Jungkook was sure that certain someone must be eavesdropping. Now that he knew the girl's name, he said, " Hoseol, it might seem unfair to you-"

"Unbelievable".

"But you are our only option for now. We must leave by tonight to make it on time."

Hoseol had a thoughtful expression. Right now, she looked like cat about to jump on him. After a while, she broke her silence.

" Alright. I will go but I have a condition."

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Jungkook had no idea as to why did he trust her with his identity. Neither did he know why did he come all the way from the capital to this town in search of a wife. He could simply marry his mistress gifted to him by his mother. He likes her, why would he want a wife. A Queen. The answer is he has no idea. As Hoseol came out of her cottage with her few necessities, Yoongi followed her with a scowl on his face.

Jungkook again had no idea what happened in the house, all he knew was that Yoongi had guts to kill him and he might also keep an eye to the other brother who seemed no less. It was decided that the brothers would tag along since they thought of the royals as nothing but the con artists hence Jungkook allowed them or shall it be said that the brothers forced them.

Hoseol had the ability to convince anyone and it was her charm to get her work done. Therefore, she was all set to go to capital for the dream she has cherished her entire life.

*****

It was night and the deck was crowded with sailors shouting and preparing for the ship to sail. Since Captain Jhope had the command, Yoongi was brooding in a corner while Hoseol was reading a book with a lantern by her side. Jungkook was looking at her with fascination. He had have many girls in his life but none fascinated him the way she does. He lied to her about just playing the role of the Queen, he had different plans now that he looked at her. He was deep in his thoughts when Namjoon asked.

"Do you really trust her?"

"It is not about me trusting her. It is also very sad that she believes me. May be she doesn't. She is sharp but not sharp enough. If she is going to play my knife, she needs to be the sharpest."

"So you do plan to marry her legally?"

Jungkook took in a sharp breath while still looking at Hoseol with an unknown look which had Namjoon worried for the girl.

"If not then why are we here. I told her one thing but never promised her another. She is already my Queen now that she knows who I am so you must protect and ensure her safety since I am sure there will be people who want us gone."

The certainty of the Prince had the general realize that indeed he can play politics but no one can surpass the evil residing in him. If he had decided to marry this girl then she is his wife already. But he worries that the girl is not that naïve to fall in the Prince's trap. It was hard for the general to read them both.

"General, send Jimin the message to prepare for the Queen. The wedding will take place as soon as we reach the capital."

Namjoon bowed in respect and vanished in the crowd.

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Well, there you go. Jungkook is no kind man. He just knows how to play life. Now that he had done his job, it is just the matter of time Hoseol realizes her mistake. But wouldn't it be too late? Who would win Jungkook or Hoseol? Thanx for the read.

AJ