The Empire (Underworld 3) MW

12: Hana or Nadia

In the aftermath of the recent turmoil, the Midnight and Amber gangs worked diligently to rebuild and fortify their alliance. The leaders, Seungcheol and Seokmin, decided to host a joint party to celebrate their renewed unity and foster camaraderie among the members. The mansion was adorned with lights and decorations, and the atmosphere was filled with an unusual sense of hope and excitement.

The night of the party, the mansion was alive with music, laughter, and the clinking of glasses. Members from both gangs mingled, sharing stories and enjoying the rare moment of peace. It was a night meant to solidify the bonds that had been strained but not broken.

Mingyu, however, couldn't shake his unease. Watching Wonwoo and Hana interact, even as friends, stirred a sense of jealousy and discomfort within him. He knew he had to accept their bond, but it was easier said than done.

As the night wore on, Mingyu's frustration reached a boiling point. He found Wonwoo standing alone on the balcony, looking out over the city. The cool night air did little to soothe Mingyu's heated emotions.

"We need to talk," Mingyu said, his voice tense.

Wonwoo turned to face him, his expression calm but wary. "About what?"

"Hana," Mingyu replied, his tone hardening. "I know you two are just friends now, but it's not easy for me to see you together."

Wonwoo sighed, his eyes reflecting the weariness of someone who had been through too much. "I understand, Mingyu. But Hana and I have history. We've made peace with it, and I don't want to lose that friendship."

Mingyu stepped closer, his fists clenching at his sides. "It's not just about friendship, Wonwoo. I can't shake the feeling that there's something more."

The tension between them quickly escalated. Harsh words were exchanged, and before long, the argument turned physical. Mingyu and Wonwoo grappled with each other, their emotions boiling over into a full-blown fight. The noise attracted attention, and soon a crowd gathered, trying to separate the two men.

In the midst of the chaos, Seungcheol and Seokmin arrived, their expressions a mix of anger and concern. "What the hell is going on?" Seungcheol demanded.

Before either Mingyu or Wonwoo could respond, a phone rang, cutting through the commotion. Seokmin answered it, his face paling as he listened to the voice on the other end.

"Hana's been kidnapped," he announced, his voice grim.

The news hit like a thunderbolt, instantly quelling the fight. Mingyu and Wonwoo exchanged a look of shock and horror. Despite their differences, they both cared deeply for Hana and knew they had to put their issues aside to save her.

"We'll find her," Wonwoo said, determination burning in his eyes.

Mingyu nodded. "Together."

Seungcheol stepped forward, his authoritative presence commanding attention. "We need to move quickly. Whoever took Hana, we can't let them get away."

As Mingyu and Wonwoo embarked on their mission to rescue Hana, they dug deeper into her past, trying to find any clues that could lead them to her captors. The more they uncovered, the more they realized how little they truly knew about her.

Days of investigation led them to a shocking revelation: Hana was not who she claimed to be. Her real name was Nadia Lee, and she was Rubina's half-sister. She had infiltrated their ranks with the intention of avenging Rubina's downfall.

When Seungcheol and Seokmin learned of Nadia's true identity, the gravity of the situation became clear. Nadia's betrayal was a deep wound, cutting through the trust they had painstakingly rebuilt.