The Chosen

Youngsters' Yachting

An hour before noon, the Chosen sparkled into S-Tone Province. The Chosen Squad, sans Kuanlin, wondered why were they in what looks like a port and a marina.

"Uhm... Kuanlin, why are we here?" Jisung wondered, "Can't we teleport inside Neither province directly?"

"Actually, we can. But I want you all to experience riding on a yacht in one of Hallyu's largest lake - the mysterious and mystical Lake Tenm." Kuanlin clarified.

"Yacht? Like those super expensive watercraft used for recreational activities such as racing or pleasure cruising?" Daniel jumped out from the back to face Kuanlin.

"Yes. That yacht." Kuanlin winked while pointing at Daniel, "Neither Province is an island located in the middle of Lake Tenm, one of the kingdom's largest lakes. So, the only other way into Neither Province besides teleporting is via a ferry ride here in S-Tone Province. However, this place is famous to yacht owners who are given special permission to enter Neither Province's borders for leisurely yachting."

"Then, why don't we ride the ferry?" Daehwi was confused.

"Because my family owns a yacht and I asked my parents to ask the caretaker to meet us here and take us to Neither province." Kuanlin casually said.

"YOUR FAMILY OWNS A YACHT?!" The Chosen Squad, except Kuanlin, spluttered.

"Well, yes. Is that a big deal?" Kuanlin just shrugged.

"How? Why?" It was all Sungwoon could say.

"Well, my parents were not exactly comfortable in staying in our vacation house after Bulletproof Scouts' attack of our province. So, they asked Five-Sided Polygon to teleport them here in Neither Province for safety." Kuanlin elaborated.

"Young Master Lai, is that you?" A man in butler uniform called out.

"Oh, nice to see you again." Kuanlin greeted back.

Kuanlin's butler escorted everyone to the Lai family's yacht. It was bigger than your average yacht.

"We are scheduled to depart the port by 1:00 in the afternoon. Meanwhile, please do enjoy your lunch." The butler revealed a wide array of food that is commonly found in boats or any sea vehicles.

The Chosen Squad ate the prepared lunch while waiting for their departure.

"Seriously, your family has special access to enter Neither Province via yacht?" Woojin gaped.

"Well, it was their idea, not mine." Kuanlin replied in defense.

The yacht left the port as scheduled. The nine members were relaxing while enjoying the view of Lake Tenm. They waved at other people riding their own yatch. They were especially amazed by the old woman in a yatch alone by herself. Even the name of her yacht was striking; it was named "The Constrictor".

"Allow me to satisfy you auditory pleasure as we cruise along Lake Tenm. Sit back, relax and let the music makes one with our souls." Kuanlin announced as he played some background music for them to enjoy.

The experience was overall fun yet all good things were not meant to last. In just a couple of hours, the yacht reached the port on Neither Province. Everyone was given access into the province by virtue of the Lai family's permission.

"Thank you for bringing us to Neither Province." Kuanlin thanked his butler.

"Anytime, sir." The butler bowed slightly.

The squad was now in Neither Province. Unlike the other provinces that Daniel had been, this province was relatively small and quaint, but still a considerable area to find the next Chosen.

"Young Masters, please." The butler opened a limousine door.

"Don't tell me Kuanlin..." Seongwu's eyes widened.

"Yes, hyung. Ours." Kuanlin mouthed while pointing at himself.

"Are we going to meet your parents?" Minhyun asked.

"It seems like it, hyung." Kuanlin just smiled.

"Will Five-Sided Polygon be there?" Jinyoung inquired.

"We'll see, hyung, we'll see." Kuanlin simply responded.

Everyone got inside the limousine after Kuanlin. The butler took the driver's seat and they were on their way. It took another hour and a half before they reached their destination. The butler, once again, opened the door for them.

It was not what Daniel was expecting. He thought another mansion-like house would appear but instead, it was a very tall skyscraper.

"Young Master Lai, your parents' apartment is on the 9th floor." The butler informed Kuanlin, "Please go on ahead. I have other business to attend to."

With the words of his butler, Kuanlin, along with his friends, entered the building and went directly to the elevator. With a sharp, high-pitched ding, the elevator opened to the 9th floor where a small porch and a lavish door welcomed them.

Stepping out of the elevator, Kuanlin pressed the doorbell. Moments later, the door opened.

"Kuanlin! You're back!" A shrill voice exclaimed.

"Hi, mom." Kuanlin unenthusiastically greeted.