¤Chapter 29

231 11 4
                                    

I search for you like a maniac,
Then I wake
To find myself going in circles again!

The arcade was alive with neon lights and a cacophony of sounds, a haven of excitement and energy that drew in people of all ages

Oops! This image does not follow our content guidelines. To continue publishing, please remove it or upload a different image.


The arcade was alive with neon lights and a cacophony of sounds, a haven of excitement and energy that drew in people of all ages. The constant buzz of electronic games, the clattering of coins, and the joyful shouts of players filled the air, creating an atmosphere that was both chaotic and exhilarating.

Fourteen-year-old Seohyun stood in the middle of it all, her eyes wide with excitement as she took in the dazzling array of games. The brightly lit machines beckoned to her with their colorful screens and flashing lights, each one promising a new adventure or challenge.

This place was her sanctuary, a world where she could forget about everything else and just focus on the thrill of the games.

Beside her, a tall figure leaned casually against one of the machines, his expression one of easy confidence. Yuta, at twenty years old, was the only familiar presence in the arcade, who had earned a reputation for being unbeatable in almost every game.

He was someone Seohyun looked up to, not just for his skills but for the way he carried himself-cool, collected, and always in control.

"Ready to lose again, Seohyun?" Yuta's voice was teasing, a playful challenge that brought a grin to Seohyun's face.

"In your dreams, Yuta," she shot back, her competitive spirit flaring. "This time, I'm going to win."

Yuta chuckled, ruffling her hair in a way that made her both annoyed and irritated. "We'll see about that. But don't be too disappointed when you lose again."

They made their way to one of the arcade's most popular games-Galactic Hunter, a fast-paced, two-player shooting game that required quick reflexes and sharp strategy.

It was Yuta's favorite, and Seohyun had spent countless hours playing it, trying to get good enough to beat him. Today, she was determined to finally outscore him.

As they settled into their spots, Yuta casually entered his username on the game's screen: Master_Hunter. The letters glowed brightly in bold, digital font, a name that had become legendary in the arcade for its association with Yuta's near-perfect scores.

Seohyun glanced at the name, feeling a mix of admiration and confusion.

"Why do you always use that name?" she asked, genuinely curious.

Yuta smirked, his eyes flicking to her before returning to the screen. "Because it suits me. I'm the Master Hunter, after all."

Seohyun rolled her eyes but couldn't help the smile that tugged at her lips. "You're so full of yourself."

Espionage ¤ Lee HaechanWhere stories live. Discover now