Chapter 1: The Shelter

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In a bustling city where ambition and dreams interwove with the chaos of urban life, three souls were about to collide in ways they could never have anticipated.

Tae, a passionate young architect, had always believed that buildings were more than structures; they were stories etched in stone and steel.

Every day, he poured his heart into designs that spoke of beauty and functionality, earning him respect in his field but leaving little time for personal connections.

Kook, on the other hand, was a renowned photographer with an eye for the extraordinary in the mundane.

His photos captured the soul of the city, telling tales of the people who lived within its concrete embrace.

His work took him to the most unexpected places, where he found both the grotesque and the sublime, weaving them into visual narratives that captivated the world.


Yn was a determined journalist, her pen a weapon against injustice and her articles a voice for the voiceless.

She delved into the darkest corners of society, uncovering truths that many wished to remain hidden.

Her commitment to her work was unwavering, yet it often left her feeling isolated.

The paths of these three driven individuals were bound to intersect, but it was a disaster that finally brought them together.

One fateful evening, a powerful earthquake shook the city, leaving buildings crumbled and lives shattered.

Amidst the chaos and destruction, Tae, Kook, and Yn found themselves united by their determination to help those affected.

Tae and Kook first met at a makeshift shelter, where Tae was assessing structural damage and Kook was documenting the aftermath.

Their mutual respect for each other’s dedication sparked an immediate connection.

Tae admired Kook’s ability to capture the raw emotions of the survivors, while Kook was fascinated by Tae’s skill in envisioning a rebuilt future from the ruins.

Yn encountered them as she covered the earthquake’s impact for her newspaper.

Her tenacity and compassion drew Tae and Kook towards her, and together they formed a team.

Tae used his knowledge to ensure the safety of the survivors, Kook immortalized their stories through his lens, and Yn’s articles brought attention to the urgent needs of the community.

In a bustling city where ambition and dreams interwove with the chaos of urban life, three souls were about to collide in ways they could never have anticipated.

But beneath their human disguises lay extraordinary powers that they had long kept hidden.

First Meeting at the Shelter :

The shelter was a hive of activity, people moving with purpose despite the underlying chaos.

Tae was inspecting the structural integrity of the makeshift buildings, his brow furrowed in concentration.

Kook, camera in hand, was capturing the scene, his eyes scanning for stories hidden in the wreckage.

Tae glanced up, spotting Kook snapping pictures of a crumbling wall.

“Careful with that,” he called out.

“It’s not stable.”Kook looked over, offering a small smile.

“Thanks for the heads-up.

You must be the architect everyone’s talking about.

Tae, right?”Tae nodded, extending a hand.

“And you’re Kook, the photographer?”

“Guilty as charged,” Kook replied, shaking his hand firmly.

“Your work is impressive.

I’ve seen some of your designs around the city.”

“Thanks,” Tae said, feeling a surprising warmth from the compliment.

“I’ve seen your photos too. They capture something… real.”

Before Kook could respond, Yn approached, her notepad in hand and a determined look on her face.

“Excuse me, are you the architect and photographer working here?” she asked.

“Yes, we are,” Tae replied, turning to her.

“And you are?”“Yn, journalist.

I’m covering the earthquake’s impact.

Mind if I ask you both a few questions?”Kook gestured to a nearby bench.

“Sure, let’s talk.”




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