The Brothers Kim

Chapter 4- Household of Kim

Subin's mouth was agape as her eyes attempted to absorb the scenery before her: the Kim household was huge.

As the carriage entered through the impressively carved gate, she couldn't help but gawk at the vibrant greenery that exhibited an array of blossoming flowers and finely grown trees. The lake shimmered like a glittering blanket as the sun shone high above the blue sky, painting a picturesque scene before Subin's eyes, one that rivalled those only found in her K-dramas.

I'm definitely not in London anymore...

The carriage eventually came to a halt and soon, Subin was standing in the Kim household's courtyard, next to Taehyung. Namjoon jumped off his horse in time to greet a man with youthful features, who had come to welcome them home.

Subin gaped at the man approaching and noticed how graceful his steps were. He was a relatively short man, much shorter than Namjoon, but he exhibited the same princely air around him making them very alike in manner and aura. The man wore blue robes with golden embroidery, his hair bound neatly in a bun and his complexion, a healthy amber colour.

He smiled kindly upon seeing Namjoon and Taehyung, briefly glossing over Subin, who stood rooted to the ground, uncertain as to how to act in front of another handsome man.

Wow, things just keep getting better and better! she thought while modestly eyeing the man up and down. This guy's eye-candy too!

The man glanced at Taehyung and his smile slowly slipped away. "Taehyung, what are you doing wearing the servant boy's clothes again?"

Taehyung scratched his head timidly as he stared down at the floor in shame. "Brother... I was just—"

"You snuck out of the house again, did you not?" he interrupted.

Taehyung exchanged looks with Namjoon as if begging for help. But Namjoon only raised his brow at him. Eventually, Taehyung got the message that he wasn't going to receive any backup.

"Yes, Brother Minseok..." he murmured. "I apologise for my conduct."

The man, named Minseok, sighed at his younger brother. "You really are troublesome, Taehyung. When will you ever be cured of your tomfoolery?"

"Now, now, cousin," Namjoon interjected. "I have already scolded him for his actions." He peered down at Taehyung. "He will be under stricter supervision from now onwards. I shall place one of my men to guard him at all times so that he never leaves the house without security."

Taehyung looked like he was about to protest but Namjoon's steely gaze silenced him.

Minseok nodded in approval. "Very well." He turned to look at Subin, who had been listening to the Kims' conversation quietly. "And who may you be?"

Subin suddenly felt very flustered at having Minseok's attention directed at her.

When Subin failed to answer, Namjoon spoke up. "This is Gyuri."