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“Is the wig really necessary?” Jungkook groused as he forced himself to sit in the chair across from the mirror at the bureau. “Yes and no. I mean it’ll make life easier for you but I think your hair is long enough for you to seem…um…feminine.” Jimin said as he placed a blonde shoulder length wig on Jungkook’s head.
“Take. It. Off!” Jungkook gritted as the two looked at his reflection. It didn’t help that Jimin had begun laughing at him. He knew Jimin - his longest standing friend who was often mistaken for his partner because Jimin was an omega - shouldn’t bear the brunt of his annoyance but circumstances just weren’t in his favor today.
“Fine fine the wig goes but you’re going to have to dress and behave more feminine Jungkookah! This is a big assignment and you’re the only one fit for the job. Also you need to be grateful because at least you’re not wearing fake breasts or extreme prosthetics!” Jimin whined as Jungkook fumed further.
“Why though?? Like I don’t get it? Is this person allergic to alpha’s? Or to men? Also who is this person?” Jungkook groused as Jimin shrugged before both sat up straight when Yoongi, their boss, walked into the room.
“Why isn’t he ready? The client will be here soon!” Yoongi said very calmly as Jungkook and Jimin gulped.
Yoongi was usually calm but it was always a little scary when he was calmer than usual.
“Last touches I promise. He’s just got to change that’s it!” Jimin said as Yoongi peered at him.
“Don’t forget the patches. The scent blocking ones we specially ordered. I’ll be back in 30 mins.” Yoongi said whilst glaring at the two and then walking away.
“This must be an important client for him to be so tense.” Jimin said as Jungkook sighed.
He truly respected Yoongi and didn’t want to disappoint him so now he let go of his annoyance and let Jimin figure out his hair and make up.
It didn’t take much. A little smoky eye, a little foundation, a little lipstick and contour and boom, Jungkook made a convincing woman.
“Now for the clothes but before that…here crane your neck.” Jimin instructed as Jungkook tensed.
“I’ll do it.” He said quickly as he stood up and walked to the mirror. “So sensitive already…you’re like made for this role.” Jimin teased as Jungkook scowled at him.
“Don’t be a sexist ass.” He warned as he reached out for the scent blocking patches Jimin was attempting to put on his neck earlier.
On his scent gland specifically. Something Jungkook was not comfortable exposing even to Jimin thought they were such good friends.
“These were specially made so that they mask your scent and make you smell neutral. Like baby powder.” Jimin said as he read the report that came with the patches.
“But that doesn’t change the fact that I don’t have a scent. We all know the baby powder scent is universal to unpresented omega’s.” Jungkook said as Jimin shrugged.
“I don’t know the backstory they’ve cooked up for you yet. I’m guessing Hobi hyung will fill us in with those details. However does it hurt? Burn?” He inquired as Jungkook took a minute to analyze how he felt.
“No nothing. I don’t feel anything.” He said as Jimin smiled before he said, “Well then that leaves us with changing your clothes and the final thing to make you a convincing woman.”
Suddenly Jungkook felt a lot of things. Embarrassment, anger, shame, more anger.
And none of that was because of the patches or the clothes.
“I still think this is a bit too much; don’t you agree?” He growled as Jimin tried not to laugh.
“You know our bureau prides itself on doing a perfect job Jungkookah…and to be perfect we have to do whatever it takes!” Jimin reminded him as he pulled out the required tools.
Tools that included one specific element.
Tape.
Tucking tape to be specific.
Tucking tape for what?
Well…
“Go on now…tuck your knot away!” Jimin said as he tossed the tape to Jungkook who looked at it with enough hatred to burn hell twice over.
“Are you going to be okay or do you need help?” Jimin asked next as Jungkook let out a growl.
He knew behind his teasing smile Jimin was being genuine but Jungkook had watched and practiced enough to truly master the art of tucking his knot away.
Not because he’d done it before but because Jungkook was genuinely a golden boy who mastered everything he put his mind to.
However what did ‘tucking’ mean?
It literally meant taping his knot to his ass so that it looked like he didn’t have a penis.
Jungkook was after all supposed to be masquerading as a biological woman.
Now why was this necessary?
To be very honest Jungkook didn't have all the details.
As was always the case, details for assignments he worked on were given out on a need to know basis.
What he did know was that his latest assignment didn’t like male alpha’s to be specific.
“So why can’t I be a female alpha? Why do I have to be a female omega?” Jungkook had questioned as would anyone when he’d initially been told of this assignment.
“Because the subject is not comfortable around alpha’s and also because I need you to be with this subject in places alpha’s usually wouldn’t be allowed, whether male or female.” Yoongi had told him as something twisted in Jungkook’s gut.
“That’s wrong. Bad enough I’m deceiving the subject by pretending to be female but to be invading ‘omega only’ spaces?” Jungkook said as Yoongi smiled at him proudly.
“I know what you mean Kookah…I feel the same way but that’s why I chose you because I know you’ll be respectful and would never take advantage of your position or of any vulnerable omegas.” Yoongi said as Jungkook nodded. His heart still unsettled.
But then he was given more details of the case and he realized he truly needed to be with the subject because the subject had a stalker who had indeed invaded all the spaces he was in and was threatening to do sinister things to the subject.
“Who is this subject? And do they know?” Jungkook wondered as he parsed through the vague details he was given.
“You’ll meet them on D-Day. I can’t reveal their identity just yet.” Yoongi had said which miffed Jungkook. Still he decided to concentrate on prepping for the assignment which meant he went through weeks of training.
For what you might ask?
To be more like a woman.
Jungkook had to change the way he walked, the way he talked, he had to practice how he sat, he learnt the art of make up, he trained to change his mannerisms, he had to get used to being agile and limber in a dress whilst also being ‘decent’.
“Being a woman is exhausting!” Jungkook groused after his first week that had made Jimin burst out laughing.
“You poor thing…these are only personality changes…we haven’t even started the aesthetic ones!” Jimin said as Jungkook looked at him mildly terrified.
That terror soon turned to horror when Jungkook reached the office the next day because there was a team of aestheticians waiting for him.
“Deep breaths Jungkookah…this is going to hurt!” Jimin had warned him before the torture began.
And torture it truly was because Jungkook was soon waxed everywhere.
Like everywhere…
He was so smooth all over that butter would glide over his skin without restrictions.
Other than waxing all the hair off his body he got his nails did, he got a pedicure, he got his brows done, he got a facial, he got pampered to the max.
“See it’s not so bad after all!” Jimin said as he sat beside Jungkook, sipping a cocktail, as both got their toes done.
Honestly other than the waxing and brow tweezing Jungkook would agree it wasn’t so bad but he would also admit it bruised his alpha’s ego mightily!
Because that’s what Jungkook was.
An alpha!
And a very good one too!
“Doesn’t matter…the subject’s comfort is more important.” Jungkook told his alpha, who was getting more antsy as more creams and lotions were being added to his face.
“It’s a blessing your Korean genes mean you don’t grow a thick beard but you’ll have to keep up with a steady shaving routine keep that in mind!” Jimin had reminded Jungkook as they stood across a mirror looking at Jungkook who truly looked more exhausted than anything.
Still Jungkook persevered because he reminded himself that the assignment was the most important.
The assignment who he knew nothing about.
“I’m all for secrecy hyung but I think I deserve to know!” Jungkook whined as he looked at his reflection. Seeing a beautiful woman staring back at him. He looked beautiful. Even he could admit that though his alpha huffed at him.
Soon his alpha was out right growling when a whistle cracked the silence. The type of whistle one hears when some sleazy man is checking out a woman without her consent.
However when Jungkook turned around to fight this person he had to stop because he was met with a sunshine smile and his hyung.
“Hobi hyung! How could you!?” He asked as the omega across from him put his hands up in surrender.
“Sorry Kookah…I couldn’t help it!” The omega said.
The omega here being Hobi or Jung Hoseok, the logistics head of the bureau.
Also mate of Min Yoongi, the Omega head of the bureau.
The bureau here being ‘Bangtan Protection Services’ literally translating to ‘Bulletproof Protection Services.’
A well renowned bureau known for providing the best and most secure protection for high profile individuals. From TV stars to political figures.
“Alright now let’s get into the details shall we?” Hoseok said, getting serious.
“You are Beak Jungsoon. Orphaned, ex military intelligence officer who now works for Bangtan Protection Services.” Hoseok said as Jungkook scowled at him.
“Why orphaned?? I have a healthy, happy family. Thank you very much!” Jungkook said as Hoseok scowled back at him.
“Sure while you’re at it tell them your real name & that you’re an alpha male too.” Hoseok said as Jungkook pouted at him.
“Goodness don’t pout at me while looking that cute!” Hoseok said as Jungkook tried looking upset but being unable to stop the embarrassed blush on his cheeks.
“Anyway. For the rest of your story; you were grievously injured during a mission whilst in the military where shrapnel pierced various places on your side which included your neck leading to you scent gland needing to be cut out to prevent infection. That’s your story. It covers both your lack of scent and will also let the subject know why you always stay dressed around them…because no you’re not going to be walking around shirtless anymore. Now about your assignment.” Hoseok said as Yoongi walked in.
He looked annoyed and in a hurry as he said, “He’s ready right??? We have to go now! They’re here!”
No one said anything as they speed walked to the conference room. Jungkook wanted to say so much but he knew now was not the time.
However when he entered the room his brain stopped working, only because it was confused because he realized he rocognized the people there.
“This is Kim Taehyung and Kim Namjoon.” Yoongi said as Jungkook felt horror flood his veins.
“Hello…” Namjoon said stepped forward, reaching out for Yoongi’s hand and kissing it as Hoseok let out a quiet gasp.
“Hello to you too…” Taehyung said as he reached out for Jimin’s hand and kissed it.
“Now who is this pretty little lady?” Taehyung asked as he eyed Jungkook who had to use all his will power to keep a straight face.
“This is Beak Jungsoon. The security detail you had asked for.” Hoseok said as Namjoon and Taehyung both approached Jungkook who bowed to them.
“Ah…how beautiful.” Namjoon said as Taehyung said, “Such big eyes…oh hyung’s going to love her.”
“Hyung?” Jungkook whispered as he felt his heartbeat so loud he felt himself vibrate.
“You do right, hyung?” Taehyung asked as he looked behind him at a privacy screen Jungkook hadn’t noticed.
And now Jungkook couldn’t breathe.
“No…” he whispered as the person behind the screen stepped forward.
His silhouette in the darkness making Jungkook wish he could disappear.
He was still in the shadows, Jungkook couldn’t even see him clearly.
But Jungkook’s mind was already racing into the past.
Their past…
~•~
“Hyung you’re so pretty.”
“Wait don’t move!”
“Oh there you go…perfect!”
“Aish Jungkookah…don’t stare like that?”
“This is so beautiful…I can’t…you’re so talented.”
“Thank you…you really made me so happy today…”
“Wait…what do you mean hyung’s gone? Where did he go?”
“Please someone tell me something…anything! I need to talk to him!”
“Hyung…please…where are you? Please…I’m sorry…”
“I miss you.”
“How could you? Why did it have to be you?”
“Why did I ever think you’d be any different?”
“I wish we never meet again Jeon Jungkook!”
“I can’t believe I actually…I actually love you…”
~•~
“AHEM!!”
Jungkook jolted a little as he looked up to see everyone focus on him.
He felt blood rush to his cheeks and ears as he looked ahead into eyes he could never forget.
Eyes he’d missed for so long.
“Hello.” The voice he’d dreamed of whispered as the omega in front of him bowed, making him do the same.
“I’m Kim Seokjin. Thank you for being my bodyguard.” The omega said as Jungkook felt like his vocal chords were paralyzed.
His alpha was howling in his head. Anguished, pained howls of an alpha who finally found the one he was looking for but was unable to express it.
“Are you okay?” Seokjin asked in concern as Jungkook tried breathing properly. He’d only just realized he had tears in his eyes.
“Yes! Sorry! I’m Je—-Beak Jungsoon! Sorry I just have something in my eye!” Jungkook said quickly, making sure his voice was pitched as practiced.
“Jungsoon?” Seokjin whispered as he looked right into Jungkook’s eyes. Tilting his head slightly. Like he was searching for something.
“Yes…I’m very happy to be of your service Seokjin-ssi. I promise to keep you safe!” Jungkook said as he fought an internal battle with his alpha.
Needing to calm down so as to not drop the act he was being made to put up.
“Well so…um…now that the introductions are done…Seokjin-ssi are you genuinely satisfied with Jungsoon-ssi being your body guard? If not, we can make other arrangements.” Yoongi said as Seokjin kept looking at Jungkook.
Taking an extra moment to respond before he said, “No…she’s perfect.”
“Wonderful. Why don’t you guys go ahead and finish up the paperwork while I just give Jungsoonie here a few more details?” Hoseok cut in as everything got silent again.
Hence the group split.
Hoseok and Jimin stayed with Jungkook while the rest followed Yoongi to his cabin.
“What was that about?” Jimin said immediately as Jungkook rushed to sit down.
“Nothing…it’s nothing. Hyung you have more details?” Jungkook responded, directing the question to Hoseok.
“Yeah…but are you genuinely okay Jungkookah? That reaction was…odd.” Hoseok said as Jungkook sighed, shaking his head as he said, “It’s nothing…just something from the…it’s irrelevant…what are the details?”
Kim Seokjin was an astute businessman. A very astute businessman.
He was so good at his job that he’d tripled his company’s profits since he’d taken charge from his father a few years ago.
What also made him special was that he was an omega. And while it’s a tried and tested trope of saying, “He’s special because he’s an omega!” In Seokjin’s case it was honestly true because in the business world it was rare to see omega’s in the position of power Seokjin was at.
“He’s tough as nails with business decisions. He’s gracious and kind but sharp and unforgiving with mistakes. Above all else no amount of alpha charm works on him.” Hoseok said as Jungkook and Jimin looked at him in awe.
“Why is that? Does he hate alpha’s? Aren’t his brothers both alpha’s?” Jimin asked as Hoseok shrugged his shoulders.
“Not much has been disclosed about that honestly. What I’ve been told is that other than in formal settings he doesn’t tolerate alpha’s other than his brothers. As is unfortunately a lot of instances with omegas, maybe he had a bad experience in the past? It’s not something we should pry about. All we need to focus on is the reason why we’ve been hired.” Hoseok said as Jungkook felt his heart burn thinking of Seokjin being hurt by an alpha.
His heart and mind going on a rant cursing that alpha to high heavens.
“What is the reason we’ve been hired?” Jimin asked as Hoseok opened another file.
Turns out being a successful omega who doesn’t associate with alpha’s pisses off a lot of folks.
“There’s the usual run of the mill threats you know…but a few months ago things got a little personal when someone started sending very specific threatening letters and pictures…which again can be looked at skeptically till the last incident where Mr. Kim’s hotel room, where he was staying for a conference, was broken into.” Hoseok said as Jungkook sat straighter.
“Nothing of importance was stolen but the stalker had left behind a Polaroid picture of Seokjin-ssi from the conference dinner that was still going on; which meant he was closer to Seokjin-ssi then anyone would like.” Hoseok said as Jungkook stood up and looked through the evidence file.
Reading the letters that were indeed very specific.
“Here’s the kicker. Seokjin-ssi doesn’t know the extent of the threat. His brothers haven’t exposed the truth to him. They believe he’s stressed enough with the business so while he understands the need of having a bodyguard he doesn’t know the main reason he has one. In other words, the reason why you’re hired and made to pretend to be Beak Jungsoon.” Hoseok said as Jungkook and Jimin blinked at him in shock.
“Do we know the end game? What does this stalker want?” Jungkook asked as he shook his head but then the door opened and everyone minus Seokjin walked in prompting Jungkook to repeat himself while clearing his throat and modulating his voice.
“That’s the part that’s unclear, Jungsoon-ssi. This person never says what they truly want. We don’t know if this is just nonsense or a real threat. However, we want to be cautious!” Namjoon said as Jungkook nodded just as Seokjin walked in.
“Now that the formalities are done…can we leave?? Hyung needs to sleep. He's been up since last night!” Taehyung said as Jungkook looked at Seokjin in concern, finding Seokjin looking at him; however Taehyung’s comment made his ears going red in embarrassment.
Just like before.
“I’m fine Taehyungah!” He groused as Namjoon clicked his tongue and shook his head, “Sure you are!” He said, wincing as Seokjin pinched him.
It made everyone smile, prompting Yoongi to say, “Of course we can get started. I will make arrangements for Jungsoonah’s stuff to be sent to your place. Please also be aware that Park Jimin will be a frequent guest as he is Jungsoon’s partner…omega partner.” Yoongi said as Seokjin’s brow furrowed.
He looked unsure, not uncomfortable so Jimin only bowed while keeping his distance.
“Alright let’s go! To a successful mission! Fighting!” Hoseok said as the seven began waking to the exit.
Jungkook making sure he walked beside Seokjin who smiled at him before looking ahead.
Soon Jungkook was riding in the car to the Kim’s house. Sitting beside Seokjin who kept stealing glances at him.
“Seokjin-ssi, is there something bothering you?” Jungkook asked in concern as Seokjin, embarrassed that he’d been caught, shook his head in the negative.
“It’s just…your eyes…they remind me of someone.” Seokjin said as Jungkook blinked at him.
“Someone?” He asked as jealousy made his blood warm.
“Hmm…someone…” Seokjin said, looking out the window as his face lost any trace of happiness.
His side profile looking cold, like he was chiseled from marble.
A side profile Jungkook had always been in awe of. A face Jungkook was enthralled by. Eyes Jungkook was obsessed with. A heart Jungkook had lost his own to.
The current circumstances still baffled Jungkook.
He didn’t get what the universe was up to.
Because how could the fact that he was sitting in a car, dressed as a woman, pretending to be an omega, with Kim Seokjin be explained?
The same Kim Seokjin he’d not seen in years? The same Kim Seokjin he’d never gotten over?
The same Seokjin who’d one day just left and disappeared from his life?