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The glass elevator swept Kim Taehyung up toward the executive floor of Jeon Empire

At twenty-seven, the Enigma looked less like a corporate titan and more like an untamed storm wrapped in a multi-thousand-dollar slate-grey suit

His silver-tinted hair was styled to perfection, his hands casual in his pockets, and a lazy, devastating smirk played on his lips

To the business world, he was a merciless enigma who ruined competitors without blinking

To himself, he was just a guy who had found a genuinely fascinating puzzle. And today, he was here to poke at it

Beside him, Park Jimin adjusted his cuffs, looking completely stressed

Taehyung chuckled, a low, smooth sound that vibrated with the natural, overwhelming dominance of his subgender

Jimin groaned, rubbing his temples as the elevator dinged

Stepping out onto the plush carpet of the seventy-floor apex. Everyone else trembles

The executive lobby was dead silent, the staff standing at rigid attention

At the center of the chaos stood Min Yoongi, looking pale but maintaining a sharp, professional posture

When he saw Taehyung and Jimin step out, his eyes widened slightly, a flash of pure panic crossing his features before it was instantly masked

Yoongi said, stepping forward to block their path to the main boardroom

Taehyung didn't stop walking. He merely tilted his head, flashing Yoongi a blinding, entirely charming smile that didn't reach his sharp eyes

He waved the sleek black folder in his hand

Yoongi tried to step in, but Taehyung smoothly bypassed him, his long strides taking him straight to the heavy oak doors

Without knocking, Taehyung pushed the doors open

The air inside the boardroom was thick, suffocatingly heavy with the sharp, artificial scent of metallic cedarwood

At the head of the table, Jungkook was resting his forehead against the wood, but the moment the door clicked, he snapped upright

His posture instantly became rigid, his jaw clenching so hard a muscle ticked in his cheek

Taehyung took in the sight the flushed cheeks, the slight glaze in Jungkook's dark eyes, and the way his hands were gripping the edge of the table as if holding on for dear life

Taehyung purred, strolling into the room as if he owned the place

He pulled out a chair right next to Jungkook, completely ignoring the traditional corporate distance, and spun it around to sit backward, resting his chin on his arms

Jungkook took a slow, deliberate breath. Every muscle in his body was screaming. The suppressants had completely failed

Underneath the heavy, synthetic Alpha spray he had doused himself with, his own body was starting to bloom with the sweet, frantic scent of rain-washed irises

The heat was hitting him like a freight train, making his skin burn and his vision swim

And of all the people to walk in, it had to be the one man whose Enigma presence naturally made every secondary gender want to surrender

Jungkook said, his voice a forced, icy growl. It took everything in him to keep it steady. We have no scheduled meetings today

Taehyung leaned in a fraction closer, his eyes narrowing with sudden, intense curiosity

There was something off

The Alpha scent radiating from Jungkook was loud too loud

It smelled like a cover-up

And beneath it, Taehyung’s sharp Enigma senses caught the faintest, most intoxicating whisper of something soft, sweet, and entirely out of place

Taehyung teased, his tone playful but his gaze scanning Jungkook’s face, noting the sweat gathering at his hairline

Yoongi rushed into the room, his face white

Jungkook snapped, his voice cracking slightly. He glared at Taehyung, his knuckles turning white against the table

Taehyung laughed, reaching out a hand as if to playfully pat Jungkook's shoulder

As Taehyung’s hand brushed against Jungkook’s sleeve, a violent spark went through both of them

For Taehyung, the sheer proximity broke through the illusion

Up close, the heavy cedarwood scent completely dissolved, and a tidal wave of pure, unadulterated, sweet omega pheromones hit his senses

His breath hitched, his Enigma pupils dilating instantly

For Jungkook, the touch was the final trigger

The Enigma's natural, dominant aura crashed against his failing defenses, sending a violent wave of heat straight down his spine

His core throbbed, a soft, involuntary gasp escaping his lips before he could stop it

Jungkook’s eyes went wide with sheer terror

Before Taehyung could even process what he was smelling, Jungkook violently shoved his chair back. The heavy metal screeched against the floor

Jungkook shouted, his voice thick, entirely stripped of its usual corporate ice

Without waiting for a response, without grabbing his coat, his phone, or his dignity, the legendary, untouchable Alpha CEO turned and bolted

He practically threw himself through the private side door of the boardroom, tearing down the restricted corridor toward his private elevator, fleeing as if his life depended on it

Taehyung sat frozen, his hand still suspended in mid-air

The room was empty now, and for Yoongi, who was already scrambling after his boss, and Jimin, who was staring at the door in shock

But Taehyung wasn't looking at them. He slowly brought his hand back, his mind spinning in absolute chaos

The air in the room was clearing, but the lingering scent was undeniable. It wasn't cedarwood

It wasn't an ALPHA'S WRATH

It was IRIS AND RAIN

Taehyung looked down at his palms, his chest heaving as a slow, bewildered, and deeply intrigued smirk spread across his face

His heart hammering against his ribs in sheer, captivated confusion

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Jeon Jungkook (24) Role: CEO of Jeon’s Empire Public Subgender: Alpha Character & Persona: Known across the corporate world as the icy, ruthless "Alpha King." At just twenty-four, he has already claimed the Businessman of the Year title for three consecutive years. He is a perfectionist down to his marrow, sharp, unyielding, and terrifyingly efficient. Jungkook commands respect through a chilly, untouchable aura and heavy, dominant cedarwood pheromones. He never smiles in public, never lets his guard down, and treats any form of corporate incompetence as a fireable offense. To the public, he is a flawless machine built solely to rule an empire

Kim Taehyung (27) Role: CEO of Kim’s Subgender: Enigma Character & Persona: A brilliant, chaotic storm wrapped in a luxury suit. As a rare and powerful Enigma, Taehyung sits at a level of genetic dominance that naturally intimidates even the strongest Alphas yet he prefers to use his power to play games. He is deeply intelligent, incredibly charming, and possesses a sharp, playful wit. Unfazed by the corporate fear that terrifies everyone else, Taehyung has developed an intense, mocking obsession with cracking Jungkook’s icy exterior. He is a persistent, teasing enigma who intentionally pushes Jungkook’s buttons just to see the younger CEO lose his legendary composure.

Min Yoongi (24) Role: Chief Assistant to Jeon Jungkook Subgender: Omega Character & Persona: Calm, fiercely loyal, and entirely unflappable. Yoongi is the only person in the entire Jeon Empire building who doesn't flinch when Jungkook is furious. He acts as the ultimate buffer between the cold CEO and the terrified staff. Yoongi is highly observant, quietly efficient, and deeply protective of Jungkook. Because they share a deep personal bond outside of the office, Yoongi manages Jungkook’s chaotic life with absolute discretion, keeping a watchful eye on his schedules, stress levels, and corporate secrets with tight-lipped professionalism.

Park Jimin (28) Role: Chief Assistant to Kim Taehyung Subgender: Alpha Character & Persona: The grounded, long-suffering voice of reason. Jimin is not just Taehyung’s assistant; he is his twenty-eight-year-old best friend who has the exhausting job of keeping the playful Enigma on track. As a capable and dependable Alpha, Jimin can hold his own in any boardroom, but he spends most of his energy stressing over Taehyung’s unpredictable antics. He is highly protective of Kim’s interests and constantly tries to pull Taehyung back from his dangerous, borderline obsessive pursuit of the rival Jeon CEO.

A few months back

The grand ballroom of the luxury hotel was packed with the country’s richest people

Flashbulbs went off everywhere, blinding the eyes

The air was thick with the heavy, proud scents of dominant Alphas trying to show off their power and status

At the center of it all was the Jeon Empire table

It looked less like a celebration and more like a military base

No one was laughing

Jeon Jungkook sat completely straight in his dark suit

His sharp eyes looked forward, cold and unblinking. To everyone in the room, his strong cedarwood scent was terrifying

It was the mark of a perfect, elite Alpha who ruled the business world with an iron fist

Right next to him, Min Yoongi kept a watchful eye, keeping fake friends away from his boss

Across the massive room, at the Kim family table, Kim Taehyung was slouching lazily in his chair

He had a glass of champagne in his hand, looking totally bored by the fake smiles around him

His assistant and best friend, Park Jimin, tapped on a tablet

Taehyung didn't even look at Jimin. His sharp eyes were completely locked on Jungkook across the room

He chuckled, a low, smooth sound

Jimin sighed

Taehyung murmured, his Enigma eyes narrowing as he studied Jungkook's stiff shoulders

The announcer’s voice boomed through the speakers, drawing everyone's attention to the main stage

The room exploded into loud applause

Jungkook stood up smoothly. He fixed his suit button and walked toward the stage. Every step he took was full of confidence and power

When he took the heavy golden trophy, he stood before the microphone

His speech was short, simple, and cold

There was no smile. No emotion. Just pure, icy business

As Jungkook looked up from the microphone to scan the crowd, his dark eyes suddenly clashed with Taehyung’s

For a brief three seconds, their eyes locked across the crowded ballroom

Normal Alphas usually felt threatened by Taehyung’s rare, powerful Enigma presence

They would either grow angry or try to show off their dominance. But Jungkook didn't do any of that

He just stared at Taehyung with a dead, frozen gaze, completely ignoring Taehyung’s presence before turning around and walking off the sta

Taehyung’s lazy smile grew wider. His heart gave a strange, excited thud

Taehyung whispered to Jimin, his eyes sparkling with mischief

Jimin asked, confused

Taehyung said, leaning back in his chair with a highly amused smirk

Jimin shook his head, sensing trouble

Taehyung chuckled, taking a sip of his drink while watching Jungkook sit back down with Yoongi

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The grand after-party was held in a massive hall filled with crystal chandeliers and expensive drinks

Everyone wanted a piece of the young billionaire who had just won the top award

Jungkook stood near the corner of the room, holding a glass of water that looked like vodka

Yoongi stood right beside him, acting like a protective shield

Whenever a fake businessman or a high-society socialite tried to get close, Yoongi would step in with a polite but cold smile and turn them away

To the crowd, they looked like a powerful, unbreakable duo

Jungkook took a slow breath, his body aching from the heavy synthetic Alpha scent he had sprayed on earlier

Yoongi murmured softly, keeping his voice low so no one could hear

Before Jungkook could reply, a deep, smooth voice cut through their conversation

Jungkook’s jaw instantly tightened. He didn't even need to look up to know who it was

Kim Taehyung strolled over, completely ignoring the invisible "do not enter" line that everyone else respected

He had a playful smirk on his lips and a champagne glass dangling casually between his fingers

Jimin followed a step behind him, looking like he wanted the floor to open up and swallow him whole

Yoongi spoke up instantly, his tone sharp as he moved slightly in front of Jungkook

Taehyung didn't even glance at Yoongi. His eyes were entirely locked on Jungkook, sparkling with pure mischief

Taehyung stepped even closer, intentionally invading Jungkook’s personal space

The natural, dominant aura of an Enigma rolled off him, heavy and thick

Usually, Alphas in the room would puff out their chests or snap, but Jungkook just stood frozen, his face a mask of absolute ice

Jungkook said, his voice a low, dangerous baritone

Taehyung chuckled, leaning in a bit closer. His eyes traced the sharp line of Jungkook's jaw

Jimin coughed nervously from behind

Taehyung teased, his eyes narrowing as he studied Jungkook's face. Up close, Taehyung noticed something strange

Jungkook was projecting a very loud, metallic cedarwood Alpha scent, but his eyes were slightly wide, and his fists were clenched so hard his knuckles were white

He wasn't angry; he looked like he was holding his breath

Jungkook felt a bead of sweat forming at the back of his neck

The Enigma’s presence was putting pressure on his true, hidden omega instincts, making him feel suffocated

He wanted to push Taehyung away, but he couldn't risk a scene

Jungkook hissed, his dark eyes glaring into the Enigma’s

Taehyung laughed, putting a hand over his heart as if he were deeply hurt

Taehyung intentionally emphasized the word Alpha, his playful gaze scanning Jungkook's reaction

Jungkook’s patience snapped. He took a sharp step forward, his cold eyes burning with irritation

Yoongi didn't wait a second. He immediately stepped between them, giving Taehyung a firm, icy nod

Jungkook turned on his heel and walked away, his coat billowing behind him

Yoongi followed tightly at his heels, leaving the crowded hall before anyone else could stop them

Taehyung stood in the same spot, watching Jungkook's retreating back with a slow, widening smirk

He took a sip of his champagne, his heart beating with genuine excitement. Jimin groaned, stepping up next to him

Taehyung’s smile only grew brighter

Jimin shook his head

Taehyung murmured, his eyes still fixed on the doors where Jungkook had vanished

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