The Purple Eyes | Kim Seungmin

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  Seungmin took a seat on the couch, feeling the pressure after being the one to call the meeting. Hyunjin placed a hand on his shoulder, giving a bit of encouragement by starting off the conversation.

  "We need to know if you guys are willing to help us find someone. It's gotten serious enough that Jeongins safety isn't assured."

  Seungmin took a deep breath, looking towards an older. "Changbin hyung, do you remember those sisters we saved from Hangsu near that campground?"

  He nodded. "Yeah, they wondered quite far."

  "The younger sister was kidnapped by him. She is only seventeen. Her older sister has become a target, so she is staying with Byeol."

  Jeongin chimed in. "He attacked me yesterday and admited he kidnapped her. She isn't dead yet, I'm sure of it."

  "Miyu has very sweet smelling blood. I wonder if Airi is the same. That could be a reason she would still be alive." Hyunjin added, flopping back onto the couch.

  Seungmin ran a hand through his hair. "Which means he probably has a plan to carry out."

  The oldest of the group, Bangchan sighed. "That's a instant guarantee that she isn't untouched if she smells sweet. I've heard that Donghyun has been hanging around Hangsu lately. He is a greedy and impatient one."

"Miyu has become a genuine friend to Byeol. Please help us get her sister back." Jeongin bowed to the rest of the group, wanting to show respect as the youngest.

  Bangchan looked to the second oldest, Minho. He nodded, giving an okay that he was on board. Bangchan nodded. "Okay. What are our leads so far?"

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Two males entered the cottage, greeting Miyu and Byeol with kind bows. "Jisung! Felix! I'm so happy to see you!!" Byeol hugged them both with excitement.

   "This is Miyu. Miyu this is Jisung and Felix. Now why haven't I seen you in so long sunggie? How long has it been? Five years?"

  "I'm sorry, I should have come sooner." He claimed, hugging her once again. "Have you been well?"

  She nodded, insisting they come in and get comfortable.

  "Miyu-ssi, we heard what happened and we wanted to offer our help. If Byeol is okay with it, we'd like to stay to help with your protection."

  Jisung agreed, adding to it. "As Seungmin and the others start going after Hangsu, I'm afraid you may become a bigger target once he knows who they are trying to save."

  "G-going after?" Miyu stuttered, avoiding all eye contact. Byeol took a seat next to her. "These boys and the others you've met, are in a group with a total of eight members. They are pretty strong together, don't worry too much."

  "If it gets too dangerous, tell them to stop. I don't need people hurting themselves-"

  "Lean on us." Byeol squeezed her shoulders. "They will be okay. It's eight against one."

  "Actually.." Jisungs lips pressed into a line. "It's six against three. With us here protecting you; Hangsu is working with two others as far as we can assume. Two vampires."

  The older sister ran her hands through her hair. Taking a sip of her water, she looked at the two boys. "Two vampires.. and a.. werewolf... Against what?"

  The three fairies all shared an unsure glance.

  Felix cleared his throat. "Against Seungmin, Jeongin, Hyunjin-"

  "What are you guys? Are you vampires or werewolves or something?" Miyu snapped, unable to keep up with everything.

  "These two are fairies, like me. It's not common between beings like us to just shout who we are. Fairies, Vampires, werewolves, wizards, foxes- whoever it may be; none of us get along in public. Kill or be killed. It's rare for groups like them to form." Byeol informed with a sigh.

  "If they tell you about their group mates, it's like a breach of information. If the others decide to tell you, it's their choice."

  She huffed. "So Seungmin doesn't want me to know either?"

  "Just believe us when we say we stand a chance against them. Our friends are really strong." Felix assured with a sweet smile.

Two days had passed since Felix and Jisung started staying with the girls. Each chance they got, they attempted to talk to Miyu. Every time, the girl would simply give a cold shoulder and keep her distance.

She was in her room taking a nap when Byeol hung a new dress on the chair in the corner. She smiled at how peaceful Miyu looked, yet her heart hurt for her.

Felix peaked in the room, waving to get Byeols attention.

  "Hey, where is the cleaning spray?" He whispered.

  Both heads turned towards a suddenly restless Miyu who jerked in her sleep. She gasped and pulled at her shirts neckline as the two rushed to her side.

  Byeol lightly shook her arm, trying to snap her out of it. "Miyu-ah."

  "Miyu-ssi!" Felix spoke a bit louder, pushing the bed down around her to wake her up gently.

  Her eyes shot open with another gasp and tears running down her cheeks. Her eyes almost seemed as if she was looking right through them..

  "Miyu-ssi." Felix whispered, motioning Byeol to lightly touch her.

  The male fairy was quite familiar with helping others with mental and physical health. He was always the super loving type, going out of his way to make sure the people around him were happy.

  Miyu rubbed her eyes, seemingly snapping out of it. "I-im s-sorry, I j-just-"

  "Hey." Felix cut her off.

  Byeol smiled, holding the girls hand. "Don't apologize. Are you okay? Is there anything I can get you?"

  She sat for a moment. Looking between the two fairies, she suddenly looked down to her lap. "A glass of water.. p-please.. a-and maybe s-some crackers."

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