THE PRIESTESS | A KTH & OT7 FF | 18+

Chapter 2

It had been exactly forty-eight hours since the announcement of Kaya's forthcoming marriage to the demon prince. The news had spread like wildfire, and the entire people of Anthropos was in deep sorrow. The people knew that it was their turn to offer up a priestess to the underworld, and unfortunately, it was their beloved young lady who had been chosen.

The entire human world was preparing to attend the farewell celebration, which was tomorrow, meticulously organized by the high lord and high lady themselves. Invitations had been sent out to every corner of the globe, and letters had been dispatched to the families with whom they shared close ties, detailing the time, date, and location of the event.

The preparations were in full swing, with the high lord and high lady overseeing every aspect of the ceremony. The venue was decorated with millions of tiny lamps hanging from the ceilings, and the finest chefs were brought in,  to prepare a sumptuous feast for the guests. The atmosphere was somber, with everyone aware of the gravity of the situation.

Kaya had always found comfort in the library of her grand castle, where she could escape into the pages of enchanting fairy tales. As the sun set and darkness enveloped the world outside, she remained restless, her mind racing about her new home and what it might hold for her. Despite the peaceful surroundings, her inner turmoil refused to subside, leaving her in a sea of uncertainty and anticipation.

Suddenly, she heard a familiar voice that made her heart skip a beat. "Can't sleep?" The voice belonged to Seokjin , the man she had been thinking about all day besides other stuff. She nodded in response, feeling a mix of embarrassment. Seokjin approached her side and kneeled next to her feet, still wearing his ebony armored leather.

He must've been noticed she was only wearing a thin nightgown and quickly covered her bare legs with his blue cloak. "You should get some sleep," he said quietly. "Tomorrow will be a very tiring and long day." The young lady felt comfort and safety as Seokjin 's words washed over her.

Kaya couldn't help but gaze at Jin's features, her eyes tracing every line and curve of his face. Despite the exhaustion etched on his handsome countenance, he still looked captivating to her. His short light brown hair was damp with sweat, a testament to the hard work he had put in for tomorrow's celebration. Seokjin had been running from place to place, instructing the guards on their positions and discussing safety measures until the late night hours. He was determined to ensure that everything was perfect for the event. As his striking dark brown eyes swept over Kaya's face, she felt a flutter in her heart.

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Seokjin  often did this, sometimes he was unaware of it, but he couldn't deny the beauty of her. He was captivated by her. A beauty that could drive men to madness and make them do unspeakable things only to have a taste of her. But something about her made him uneasy - her white hair.

Those gifted with white hair were mighty creatures with great powers. It was not a common trait among mortals, and it also disappeared in the immortal world. It reminded him of the creatures who had destroyed his family. Despite his fear, he couldn't resist her. He was drawn to her, but at the same time, he knew that their paths would eventually diverge. Seokjin  was torn between his desire for her and hatred for all creatures with magical powers.

The atmosphere was tense as the general led Kaya through the dimly lit corridors of the castle. They walked silently, each lost in their thoughts, the weight of unspoken words hanging heavily between them. Finally, they arrived at Kaya's chamber, a wooden door that seemed to loom before them.