Rain lashed against the windshield, blurring the city into streaks of grey light. Tae stared resolutely out her window, arms crossed tightly over her chest, lips pressed into a furious pout.

She flinched when Jungkook suddenly swerved the sleek car off the main road, tires crunching on gravel as he pulled into a deserted, rain-slicked service lane, shrouded by dripping trees. The engine cut, leaving only the drumming downpour.