A story of what happened after the game Mystic Messenger. You would expect romance, yes? You are not wrong in assuming that. However, this is a story of redemption, family, heartache and freedom. Of one person who must learn to protect rather than t...
MC slowly awoke to the absolutely thrilling sound...not...of a woodpecker drilling on the house. Drowsily, she sat up. "Gosh dang it. I'm about ready to strangle that bird. That's the fourth time this week." Looking at the clock, she saw it was 7:17. Meh, it's time for me to get up anyway. I'll let the bird live for now.
Getting up, she realized she was still in her clothes from yesterday and Saeyoung's old coat. Going to her closet, she picked out a pair of black jeans and a light yellow t-shirt with a red bird on it. She took the coat and hung it up, stroking it lightly for a moment. Then she went about her business, freshening up for the day.
All the while, she wondered what Saeran wanted. Hasn't he taken away enough? What more does he want? And what was with that weird question, "Don't you hate me?" Why would he ask that?
She went to peek at her son. Smiling at his peaceful little face, she smoothed one of his unruly locks. I'll let him sleep, little angel. While I'm waiting I'll go and clean the house up a little.
MC kept on pondering as she worked. She vacuumed the living room, cleaned the kitchen, tended the garden. None of it really needed it, but it helped MC think. After she was done with the garden she went inside and looked at the time. 10:34. Seyong isn't up yet? Sleepyhead. Then MC decided. I'll let Zen take him today. I need to figure out what Saeran wants. Going into the chatroom on her phone, she waited patiently for a few moments to see if Zen would show up. Sure enough, she heard the familiar ping as he logged on.
Zen has entered the chatroom
Zen: Hey MC! Good morning!
MC: Good morning, Zen. How are you?
Zen: Just got done with my morning run. Just about to go take a shower. ;)
MC: Heh, don't tire yourself out too much, lol.
Zen: Don't worry, I won't. But I have to keep myself in shape for my favorite girl.
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MC: ...you never change, Zen.
Zen: Nope!
MC: Anyway, I needed to ask a favor of you.
Zen: Yes? What did you need?
MC: Can you watch Seyong for me? I need to work on something, and I'm not going to be able to watch him for a few days. Is there any way you could do that for me?
Zen: Of course! I have been wanting to visit anyway. This will be great! Me and my little sidekick, off on adventures!
MC: ...please don't make me regret this.
Zen: I won't! I promise.
MC: We'll see. I still have to talk with you about something you did the last time you came over.
Zen: ...what? What did I do?
MC: Think, Zen. Think reeeaaalll hard. I'm sure you'll remember.
Zen: I don't remember! Just tell me!!!
MC: Meh, I'll leave you in suspense. Come pick up Seyong whenever you're ready.
