The Mates' Game | Yoonmin

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"The Ill-Fated Camping Trip"

Location: Evergreen Forest, Daegu
Time: Late afternoon

The sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm golden glow over the lush landscape of Evergreen Forest. Jimin and Taehyung, two unlikely friends, stood on the edge of their adventure, oblivious to the challenges that lay ahead.

Jimin, with his messy brown hair and a perpetual twinkle of mischief in his hazel eyes, was known for his clumsy yet endearing nature. He possessed a quick wit, a sarcastic sense of humor, and an unwavering optimism. On the other hand, Taehyung, tall and athletically built, exuded an air of confidence. With his perfectly styled blond hair and piercing brown eyes, he had a magnetic presence that drew attention wherever he went. Taehyung had a reputation for being a bit of a jock and a player.

It was the day of Taehyung's 18th birthday, and they had impulsively decided to embark on a camping trip. Despite their lack of camping experience, armed with a backpack full of supplies they had purchased based on Google's recommendations, they set off into the wild unknown.

As they delved deeper into the forest, excitement mingled with trepidation. The rumors of wolves inhabiting the area whispered in their ears, but the duo dismissed them as mere folklore.

Finding a picturesque spot, surrounded by towering trees and a babbling brook, Jimin and Taehyung began setting up their camp. With each misstep and mishap, Jimin's comedic clumsiness brought laughter to their adventure. He tripped over tent stakes, tangled himself in the tent fabric, and even managed to get his foot stuck in a sleeping bag.

"Smooth moves, Park Jimin," Taehyung smirked, shaking his head. "You're a walking disaster, my friend."

Jimin grinned sheepishly. "Well, someone has to keep you entertained, Mr. Perfect. Can't have you getting bored now, can we?"

Seated beside a crackling fire, Jimin and Taehyung celebrated Taehyung's birthday with laughter and camaraderie. Little did they know that the weather had a different plan in store for them.

Suddenly, dark clouds loomed overhead, casting a shadow of gloom upon their cheerful gathering. Raindrops began to fall, followed by a fierce storm that unleashed its fury upon their campsite. Chaos ensued as the wind howled and the rain battered their flimsy tent.

"Great timing, Mother Nature!" Jimin yelled over the deafening downpour, his voice drowned out by the storm.

Taehyung, scrambling to salvage their belongings, struggled with the unruly tent as it threatened to be whisked away by the violent gusts.

Just as they thought things couldn't get any worse, a piercing howl pierced through the stormy air, freezing them in their tracks. The sound seemed to come from a distance, but it sent a chill through their bones.

Jimin's eyes widened, a mixture of anxiety and fear consuming him. "Taehyung, did you hear that? It sounded like a wolf!"

Taehyung, his nerves on edge, glanced towards the direction of the haunting howl. "Nah, it's probably just a wild dog or something. Don't worry, we're fine."

But as the minutes ticked by, the howling grew louder, closing in on their location. Jimin's heart raced as his imagination conjured images of a wild creature with piercing red eyes lurking in the darkness.