Junhui has left, but I stayed in the ballroom with Jihoon, having short conversation with him. Junhui was really flirty. However, I heard through the vine that Junhui's diagnosed with Anti-Social Personality Disorder which made him act like that; Shameless and such. On the bright side, they said that he's been on therapy since he came here.
I don't know, but
I just find him mischievous and playful.
"You still don't know the real Jun," Jihoon said as I leaned against the piano while he sat in front of it.
"Last time I've seen the real him was when Seungcheol's father got killed,"
What is it about Seungcheol's father's death? Everyone must've been involve, I guess and it must've devastated all of them. "So, where'd you learn to play the piano?" I asked, changing the subject.
"When I was around ten," he responde as he pressed one key, which made a sound.
"I've always wanted to major in music, but it felt like I owe Seungcheol's father, so I just took accountancy to work for him,"
"Why do you owe him? You have such talent, you could be an artist!" I exclaimed, excitedly.
"His father is a kind man, he's done lots of good things which is why he we were all devastated when he passed away," his voice has a hint of paint as he hung his head low.
"Seungcheol's an only son, but his father wanted more children for just you know, to take after him so that the organization would run smooth,"
Ah I see,
There's like a lineage of heirs here.
"He adopted me, Joshua, and Wonwoo. The three of us were taken under his wing,"
"He sheltered us, fed us and gave us everything that we need and want," I nodded my head, as I listened to him, intently.
"As for Junhui, the guy used to deal drugs and steal in the streets for a living. He stole from Seungcheol's dad, but the man was forgiving and even took him in,"
"As for Soonyoung, he was originally hired as just a henchman, but after seeing that he's got an interest with the law. Dad aided him in order for him to study law,"
"Jeonghan's family is pretty close with us not until they got massacred...all of them, leaving Jeonghan. Dad decided to take him under his care since we're close, anyways,"
Ah I see, That's why Seungcheol is so fond of him, huh and even made connections within the entertainment to protect his image as an artist.
"He's a good man, but it's a shame that he grew up in a crime organization which he can no longer turn his back to," he diverted his eyes at the vast painting on the wall where I diverted my focus.
In the painting, an old man in suit, fedora hat and a cane stood while he held a cat in his arms. He plastered a serious expression with his face that shows sings of aging due to the obvious wrinkles and such.
Just like Seungcheol, he looks intimidating.
***
"Thought you wouldn't come,"
"Why wouldn't I? I need some fresh air," I sat on the yellow blanket that was laid out on the grass. There were a few biscuits and desserts in there, along with a bottle of champagne.
"Same here," Joshua responded as he took a sip of his champagne from a wine glass.
We sat by the lake, admiring the sun that will be setting in just a few minutes. The weather wasn't that hot nor cold, just average and totally enjoyable. The silence of peace and just the lake itself, is very calming.
"Have you always done this?" I asked.
"Yeah, helps me calm my mind amidst the dangerous work,"
"I see, the seven of you have their own hobbies that calms you," I said as he turned to me, nodding his head.
"Yeah, like Seungcheol, he likes to go horseback riding and golfing. Jeonghan just like to nap while Wonwoo likes to read—lot of us do different stuffs to unwind,"
"We may be cruel, but we've got our soft spots too,"
They're a seven men in a crime organization that has been feared since 1970, yet here they are. With all those hobbies and such.
How adorable.
***
After that little picnic with Joshua, I went back to my room and did my readings. Although I have three days of no school, I can't just loosen up because of the amount of topics I haven't read and cases I haven't been able digest.
"Nari, it's time for dinner," I was startled upon hearing Wonwoo, knocked on my door.
"I'm still studying!"
"Okay, but come down when you get hungry," he added, followed by fading footsteps.
I proceeded to reading the case and typing the ruling, and such on my laptop. I'm still full from all the cakes in the picnic earlier, but I wouldn't mind to take a bite of dinner.
***
I made my way downstairs and before I would even enter the dining area, I heard muffled chatters and laughter. I peeked a bit, and saw seven of them, sitting on the long table.
"Told you, you should've been careful," Jihoon laughed.
"Well, I wasn't aware!" Soonyoung exclaimed. What my eyes caught the most is Seungcheol, who just sat there in silence with a smile on his face, watching his men converse with one another.
I can tell that his smile is pretty genuine and his care towards them can really be seen. I guess, they really are a family and Seungcheol's father must've been a real good father figure towards all of them.
I didn't want to interrupt them, so I just went back to my room and continued studying. Now, that I think about it. Their bond with one another is strong and of course not just because of Seungcheol's father, but also because of what they've gone through as a crime organization.
Their brotherhood is really strong.

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Crimson Madness #1 ⚖️: Commencement || SVT CRIME AU
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