An ancient love story ✔️

Dark spirit

Upon returning to the academy, the atmosphere was equally tense. Master Jungkook was seething with anger, particularly towards the group of students standing before him. Namjoon attempted to appease him, as this was a yearly occurrence with a handful of students attempting to sneak out. If caught, they would face punishment such as cleaning communal areas and helping out in the kitchen for a month or more. Yoongi let out a deep sigh, casting a stern gaze towards the students, and inquired, "what exactly happened out there?"

Jin wasn't among the group of students being disciplined, as when Jungkook had returned with him, he was already unconscious. Despite no visible injuries, it was clear that Jin's spirit was somehow affected.

Mike, whose left arm was completely wrapped in bandages, recounted the incident, "As we were strolling around and admiring the sights, a stranger dressed in black suddenly emerged in front of us." Sarah, who was also present, confirmed in a hushed tone, "It's true. He materialized out of thin air, and he was incredibly attractive. He seemed like a deity... but then..." Sarah abruptly stopped speaking when Leila, whose head was bandaged, elbowed her.

Leila spoke up, "The stranger in black, he...he hugged Jin and then the attack happened. The stranger protected Jin." Jungkook clenched his fists upon hearing this. Namjoon scowled at them and asked, "Whose brilliant idea was it to sneak out?" Leila and Mike exchanged a look, and Mike said, "it was mine, Master." However, Leila interrupted him and added, "no, it was mine, Master. We overheard others talking about the circus coming here. Jin didn't know what it was, so we decided to take him there." She whispered the last words.

Namjoon dismissed the students to their rooms while Jungkook shut his eyes. They would learn of their punishment the following day. Namjoon muttered, "Jin is the danger, without him, nothing would have occurred." Upon hearing this, Jungkook glared at Namjoon. Yoongi intervened, suggesting, "let's remain calm and consider the yellow shield that had protected Jin."

Namjoon confirmed, "none of the students had been able to create it, meaning, the stranger they had mentioned was responsible." Jungkook ordered an increase in the number of guards, making sure that nothing could enter or leave the academy undetected. Yoongi and Namjoon agreed with the plan.

As Jungkook strolled through the desolate hallway, all the students had already drifted off to sleep. Eventually, he halted in front of a door, and after turning the knob, he flung it open to find Jin sleeping while cuddling a plushie gifted by Jimin. Jungkook stepped into the room, his gaze never leaving Jin's serene form. He pulled the chair from the desk beside the bed and lowered himself onto it. Abruptly, his chest tightened, and his breaths grew labored. Tears welled up in his eyes as he gazed at the ethereal beauty. He grazed his fingers over Jin's pouting lips, whispering, "you can't leave... I won't let you... never."

The next morning, prior to having breakfast, all student assembled outside on the training ground, forming six rows. At the forefront were those who had snuck out the previous night. In front of them stood teacher Jimin and teacher Hoseok, facing the students, while behind them, on the sparring ground, were Master Namjoon and Master Yoongi, also facing the students. Meanwhile, Master Jungkook stood on the veranda, keeping a watchful eye over the entire group.

Master Yoongi addressed the group, reminding them that the students in the first row had broken an academy rule by sneaking out and putting themselves in danger the night before. "Master Jungkook had decided on their punishment: waking up two hours earlier to run twenty rounds, helping in the kitchen, running another twenty rounds after classes, and working on the new accommodations until dinner time." The students remained quiet and didn't show any emotion as Yoongi expressed his disappointment in the seniors who were aware of the plan to sneak out but failed to warn and protect their juniors. As a result, all students would be required to help with gardening, cleaning, and kitchen duties.