LOST

Chapter 22

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Violence/mention of kidnapping/foul language/ Minor Chatacter Death (Next chapter)
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It had felt like ages since she felt the crisp fresh air on her skin. She had almost given up hope of ever seeing the light of day again. Her heart leaped out of her chest the moment Vincent untied her from that chair. She hesitated for a moment, thinking he was just toying with her. She glanced from him to the door, and back to him. She saw no signs of it being a trick on his face, nor any other emotion. Perhaps he had been told to leave her be. For the time being, Ji-Yeon welcomed this small victory and rose from her wooden prison.

At first, Ji-Yeon found it hard to stabilize herself. Her body staggered with each step sending a searing jolt of pain shot through her legs. However, nothing was going to stop her from reaching that exist and feeling the suns warm embrace on her skin. Just she stepped closer, she felt a light tug on her arm, making her stop in mid-step.

Vincent held her arm lightly. His expression was soft and somber like he almost regretted what he had done and was trying to make up for it. Ji-Yeon felt her heart sink for a fraction of a second. But thinking back to all of the moments she had with him, her sinking feeling quickly subsided to the back of her mind. If he thought she would forgive him, just like that, he had another thing coming. Vincent pulled her back quickly, making her trip over her feet. When she found her footing, Vincent had already walked out the door.

"Asshole," Ji-Yeon whispered under her breath.

As she stepped out, she took a deep breath. The cool crisp air felt good on her skin. Closing her eyes, she welcomed the feeling of finally seeing the outside world. Of finally breathing fresh air, not that the greenhouse wasn't fresh. But one could only stand the smell of plants for so long, and Ji-Yeon had reached her limit. When she opened her eyes, she was surprised to see Luna, Yuki, and Kane standing a few steps down from her.

She smiled when her eyes met with Luna's. It had been so long since she had spoken with her. Ji-Yeon wanted to run down the steps and wrap her in a tight hug. But, as she gazed at her friends face, she didn't see a smile. Didn't see a hint of happiness on her. Instead, she saw shock and surprise. Ji-Yeon wondered just how bad she must look.

With all her excitement of finally seeing everyone again, Ji-Yeon suddenly felt light headed and dizzy. Her energy depleted quickly. She needed to sit, to rest somewhere that wasn't here. Suddenly she felt a strong force pull her quickly to the ground.

"What the hell Vincent?!" Luna called.

Luna's familiar voice sounded muffled in Ji-Yeon's ears. She took long breaths, as her heart pounded in her chest. She couldn't make out anyone else's voices but had a sinking feeling Vincent had said something smug. Ji-Yeon wanted nothing more than to go somewhere quiet and regain her strength.

Ji-Yeon soon felt a light and warm touch on her arms. The feeling seemed to calm her rapid heart and calm her mind. Lifting her head, she saw Luna yelling at Kane and Vincent. The two showed no sign of remorse, in fact, they both smiled grossly to each other. The whole sight made her feel sick to her stomach.

"Ji-Yeon," Luna said softly, "Are you okay?"

She wasn't okay and Luna could see that. But still, hearing those words, made her feel almost okay. However, there was no point in lying to her.

"Not really," Ji-Yeon replied.

"Let's take you somewhere quieter yeah?" Luna said with a sweet smile on her face.

No sooner had she said those words, Ji-Yeon saw Luna's expression change. Her smile faded and her eyes grew wide. Curious, Ji-Yeon turned her head away from Luna and gazed out in the direction she was staring. Off in the distance, Ji-Yeon noticed Alex with his back facing them. The world around them grew still and silent. Ji-Yeon drew her focus on who was standing behind Alex.