nichojoocrumbs
The air in the Gyeonggi-do valley was always a few degrees cooler than the rest of the world, trapped by the soaring stone walls of the St. Jude International Seminary. In the autumn of 1996, the mist didn't just hang over the grounds; it felt like a physical weight, a reminder of the gravity of the souls residing within.
EJ-born Euijoo, though that name felt increasingly like a ghost of a past life-knelt on the cold marble of the chapel. His knees had developed a permanent layer of calluses, a physical manifestation of his devotion. To EJ, these calluses were a bridge. Each prayer, each hour of silence, and each sting of the mountain air was a coin tossed into a celestial jar. He was buying back the chance to see his parents again.
"Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners..."
"Euijoo."
The voice of Father Brennan broke the silence. EJ didn't flinch; he simply finished his decade, kissed the crucifix, and rose with the practiced grace of someone who had spent more time on his knees than on his feet.
"Yes, Father?"
"There is a new soul joining us today," Father Brennan said, his gaze fixed on the altar. "A transfer from the international program in Taiwan. Nicholas Wang. He is... a troubled spirit. The Bishop believes our seclusion may be the only thing capable of quieting his rebellion."
EJ bowed his head. "I will pray for his transition."
"You will do more than that," the priest replied, finally looking at him. "You are to be his prefect. His mentor. He is to follow your schedule, eat at your table, and study by your side. If he strays, it is your hand that must guide him back. Do you understand the stakes?"
"I understand. I will not let him fall."
Hii!! This is my first story and it is a NichoJoo fanfic based on the new thai bl coming out next year called, "Ticket to Heaven" so all creds to the original writers and i am so inspired, thank you!!
Started: March 20, 2026
Status: ongoing