Yn house

Author's pov

"Uncle sang hoon , please come." Anna said while gesturing inside .

"Anna, how are you my child ? And how is Gyeong ?" Mr. Hoon asked to anna about Mr. Cho while coming inside .

Mr. Hoon is a calculative person.
He is a man who always thinking about profit rather than someone's well being.

He'll do everything for his own benefit.

His face always perfectly plastered with fake concern.

" Dad is inside his room, uncle.
You will sit here , I'll inform to dad"

He nodded and settled down at the sofa and anna went to her dad's room.

" Kai , how are you my child" hoon said looking towards kai who was sitting with lily.

"Uncle I am ok." Kai said in his low tone . But his voice show no interest for giving any reply.

"Kai,did you get any information about yn"? Hoon asked , his voice was curious more than concern."Did police get any information about yn missing."

He's got a concerned look plastered on his face, but his eyes betray him - they're calculating, assessing the situation. His voice is laced with fake empathy.

He's trying to appear caring. The way he leans in, a little too interested in the details, makes you feel uneasy... Like he's got an ulterior motive, and it's not good.

Kai sighed and lowered his head and rub a palm on face "No uncle , we didn't get any information about noona. And police still doing investigation."

Hoon nodded and said "please don't loose hope my child , everything will be all right just be strong and besides I am also trying to find yn.You know... yn is like my child ." His voice was perfectly cotted with sugar.

Like he didn't really concern but wants something else.

At the corner of the lily who was sitting at the couch quietly. Like she was observing every single move of Mr. hoon.

"I think, I should leave kai. I'll come soon. Till then take care of uncle and aunt." Lily said ,her voice was neutral but also show concern towards her uncle and aunt.

Then lily gaze drifted to Mr. Hoon for a brief second. And he also staring some moment to lily. Like there is something which didn't fit here.

Kai who was oblivious with Mr. Hoon gaze on lily, nodded and then lily took her steps outside . And Mr. Hoon still staring at the door from where lily just went.

"Kai I want to meet your father. Is he ok ?" Mr. Hoon drifted his gaze from door to kai and said in low voice.

Yeah ! He is ok.

******

At 10 pm

At APT, 315 ,old godown Yuseong- Gu, goyang.

The darkness is thick, only broken by the faint moonlight casting long shadows across the abandoned godown's walls... Crickets chirp in the distance, adding to the unsettling silence.

Cobwebs cling to rusty machinery, and the air is heavy with the scent of decay and neglect.

A lone streetlamp outside casts a flickering glow through grimy windows, making shadows dance on the walls... The creaking of old wooden beams echoes through the empty space.

Inside the godown a lots of girls were sitting on the floor, terrified and trembling with fear, they look more terrified than exhausted and pale.

Their eyes filled with tears and looks like they held a lots of pain. Held a lots of unspoken things.

Their eyes were wide with fear, their pupils dilated from among each other. They were knew that they all were trapped.

Someone were frozen and someone were trembling badly in their place, like a deer in headlights, unable to move or look away from the danger.

Their breathing's shallow, and you can see the panic rising in everyone's chest.

Their lips are shaking like a leaf in thunder, like the about to scream, but no sound comes out.

They clinging to each other maybe in just the hope that someone'll save them.

A faint noise echoes through the godown... footsteps, light and cautious, stop at the entrance... The creaking of the old door makes everyone freeze... A figure steps inside.

The man steps into the dim light, his eyes gleaming with a sinister intensity. His face is chiseled, but twisted by a cruel smirk.

He's tall, dressed in dark, worn leather, and his presence seems to suck the air out of the room... He speaks in a low, menacing tone... "How are you my all Girls?"

All the girls body's shaking like a leaf, tremors running from fingertips to their toes.

Their eyes are pools of pure terror, like they are staring into the abyss.

They got a death grip on something, like it's their lifeline.

Everyone's breath caught in their throat.

And from them one of the girl who looks younger among all and also looks so delicate and fragile.

Looks like she's on the verge of hyperventilating... The fear's so real, it's palpable. Her eyes widened after watching that horrible man .

And immediately clung to her knees in her chest tightly.

"Hey girls don't be afraid, I am just here to inform you that... You all will be going to release today because....." He said ,His face is chiseled, but twisted by a cruel smirk.

Everyone eyes widened after listening him, everyone looked confused, terrified and relief at the same time.

A wave of calm washes over them. Not knowing that this is just the web of the illusion.

"Don't be too relaxed girls let me finish first," his voice show skeptism.

" You all will be release today Because, you'll be send to the Nigeria for our clients. And.... You have to make them impress by your sexy bodies." After saying that he laughed like a mad person .

This is the reality of their cruel life. Life is unpredictable. We don't know what will happen in the next second.

We will just prepared ourselves.
Yeah, that's true. At the end of the day, we can only prepare ourselves and hope for the best. Can't control the outcome, just our own reactions to it, right?

After listening his cruel words , everyone shaking and trembling badly. Their eyes looks like it will pop out from socket.

Like they never expected, never wanted this from their life.

They all are a normal girls. Just an ordinary girl , who only wants normal lifestyle but destiny.

But destiny is a real bitch.

"NO!! You can't do this to us." One of the same younger girl shouted. Her voice was unwavering. But still trembled with fear.

"Ohh! The little one, what an audacity of yours to questioning me ." He chuckled cruelly . Like her words doesn't affect him a bit.

The girl brow frowned, her breath hitched. And a wave of fear running through her veins after his words.

"What's your name ?"....yeah ...I got it , 'Park haneul' right... Let me tell you one thing."

He takes his steps closure to her and stand infront of her. She squeezed her eyes tightly out of the fear and cover her face with her palm quickly. Like it's a shieled which can protect her.

"You know, you are very special to me because..... " He extended his hand to her face and raise her chin and extended face near her and said in a low and husky voice ..." Because I got a very thick amount in exchange of yours ."

And laughing like a menace.
His voice show no humanity.

Haneul' froze after listening his curelty. Her eyes filled with tears . Her vision become blurry. But still she can hear his laughing loudly.

Fear's a cold, creeping darkness that seeps into everyone bones. It's the racing heartbeat, the sweaty palms, the voice in your head screaming "run!"

"And don't try stupidity because the consequences will be more than death for you all ."

It's the unknown lurking in the shadows, the what-ifs that paralyze you... Fear's a primal, gut-wrenching instinct that makes you want to hide, fight, or freeze...

It's the feeling of being small and powerless in a vast, unpredictable world.

Just then a siren voice echoed in the whole godown. The man who was laughing menacing a while ago his expression quickly changed in serious.

At the outside sirens blaring, lights flashing, the police car screeches to a halt. Officers jump out, eyes scanning the scene, hands resting on their guns.

The air's electric with tension, everyone's on edge... They're barking orders, securing the perimeter, trying to piece together what went down...

The officers' movements are swift, practiced, like a well-oiled machine working to contain the situation.

On the other side the goons was rushed for their lives.. The leader whose face looking full of tension, he quickly barked orders to his gang members.

They quickly inject some drugs to all girls so that they would loose their consciousness.

All the girls who were trembled with fear badly a few minutes ago , now they were loosing consciousness .their eyes become heavy and blurry.

After a few seconds , all the things become blank in front of their eyes.

Just as they were dragging their body away, the officers arrived on the scene .

Everyone froze at the sametime. Like they didn't expected police here . Like this the most unreal thing .

The goons were exchanged their gaze . Their eyes show fear, anger, frustration many more things.

Officers eyes scanning the scene, and quickly took control. The guy dragging the other person froze, his hands still grasping the other's arm.

And after a few minutes
Chaos erupts,The police shouted orders, telling him to let go and step back.

Police swarm the scene, and in a split second, everyone's shouting, pointing, and taking cover.

The suspect's caught off guard, hands behind his back, getting cuffed.

*****

Yn house

The room was in deep silent , the type of silence which comes after a strom. The only source of sound was their breathing and faint noise of sipping coffee.

Mr. Cho was sitting on the couch and next to him Mrs. Cho while clutching Mr. Cho hand tightly.

Kai who was sat opposite to Mr. Hoon looked frustrated and fuming in anger.

Mr. Hoon who was quietly sipping their coffee and his gaze observing everyone's face expression.

"Gyeong ,I know it's not the right time. But you have known that." Hoon said in a low tone but still a mischievous smile never left the corner of his mouth.

He's a smooth talker, always with a charming smile and a silver tongue. He knows how to work the room, making everyone think he's the best thing since sliced bread.

But beneath the surface, he's got ulterior motives, always looking for ways to further his own interests.

"Hoon I know you are right but I need some time, you know about our condition." Mr. Cho said his voice was low.

"I know ...I know but it's not into my hand..the amount is very huge. If I am able to do then I, myself will give the whole amount."

Kai who was looking his dad's lowered gaze. Sloped shoulders like shouldering the weight of the world and he hated seeing his father like helpless and begging infront of someone else .

Mrs. Cho who was squeezing the Mr.cho hand and said "Hoon please ask him to give us some time for figuring out. He knows you better than us, he'll definitely listen to you".

"Mrs cho. I already told him many time but he is not ready to extend time anymore." His voice perfectly laced with fake concern."

He's like a wolf in sheep's skin, pretending to be friendly and genuine, but really, he's just playing the game to get what he wants .

Anna who was standing next her dad, and put hands on her dad's shoulders. "Dad don't take too much stress it's not good for you. We will figure it out. Don't worry." Her voice was firm filled with concern.

"How could I ?... my child , we..we have only 3 days to repay the debt. If we don't pay back the loan , we might lose this house." His voice was melancholic and defeated.

Mr. Cho took a loan, mortgaging his house, to fund yn medical college studies which quit expensive.

But destiny has another plan . To keep playing their cheep plan with helpless people.

He took a loan without anyone's knowing except mrs.cho but eventually every got to know after Mr. Hoon visit.

Mr. Cho eyes looked sorrowful. His face looked pale.

He had thought he'd pay it off with his future salary and savings, but all that money went towards his treatment.

"But hoon I had already paid a half of the amount. Didn't I? Only rest of the half amount are left. And I promise, I will... the rest very soon. Just asked him for few time more."

"I know cho. But you know the interests, and besides he told me that he don't want to listen any excuse. If you want to meet him then I can fix your appointment with him."

His voice was sugar coated. He's like a chameleon, adapting to his surroundings to get what he wants.

"No no..hoon I trusted you...
your are my friend.How could I not?"

"Thank you... But still I will try to convince him one more time. Just for you. After that I inform you"

Mr.cho eyes sparkled after listening him, a hope rise in his chest. He smiled and nodded.

" Now, I think I should take my leave. If you need anything just call me."

Mr. Hoon said his voice showing concern to his friend but not reached to his eyes.

He put the coffee mug down at the table and turned and start walking outside. A small smile still tug at the corner of his mouth.

******

Jungkook mansion

10:20 pm

Jungkook who was pacing at his living room continuously. His mind races the full of chaos.

He's pacing, eyes fixed on the door, his heart racing with every passing minute.

The clock's ticking is deafening, each second stretching into an eternity.

He biting his lips, frowning, willing the phone to ring or the doorbell to buzz.

The wait is agonizing, hope and anxiety wiping his mind clean of everything else.

His fist was clenched or unclenched with every second. Palms becoming sweety due to anxiety not knowing what he said to police is that true or just a prank.

But he wants to believe her every single word. Yn words still lingering in his mind. The way she was talking like a her life depends on it.

She had made him restless from her words. The concern about her was eating him alive.
He wants to know if she is ok or not .

He can't just pacing continuously. Without doing nothing. He has to do something.

Just then his phone lit up and the officers name flashes in his phone.

He quickly picked the phone up in a swift motion.

"Hello, officer.... Is everything is ok? .Did you go that place?"

Before officer could say anything, he spoke up. His voice was filled with desperation.

"Oh ...yeah Mr. Jungkook, our team visited that place. And I am glad that you inform us before something bad would happen."

Jungkook brows frowned, he didn't understand what he heard..." What do you mean officer"?. He asked curiously.

"Mr. Jungkook Almost a weeks ago 50-60 girls were kidnapped from our city. And we tried to search them but we didn't get the single clue." Officers said his voice was firm.

Jungkook eyes widened after hearing that big news from officer mouth. "What!"?

" Yes, And today we found all the girls on that place, not only girls but also the one who own this racket. We arrested most of the criminals who were involved in this. Their plan was to send them all to Italy and make them a prosteetute and in return they got a huge amount."

Jungkook felt his feet was stuck at the floor. His eyes widen, eyebrows shoot up, mouth drops open, and he's frozen in stunned silence, processing the unexpected words.

The shock is etched on his face, a mix of astonishment and confusion. His gaze locks onto wall searching for answers, as if trying to decipher a puzzle. his mind racing to catch up .

The officers words linger in his ears like a bell.. he didn't expect this huge revelation.

This is the too much for digest. For few minutes he was just froze at his place not knowing what to do.

Many questions lingering in his mind and after officer's words , its only growing more.

"Mr. Jungkook are you there.."? Mr jeon...?

He quickly compose himself and nodded..." Yeah..yeah!.. I am listening."

"Oh.. Thank you so much Mr. Jungkook.

Your tip really helped us to connect the dots, we're hot on their trail now.

Now we've almost solved a very big case thanks to you." Officer said his tone show appreciation and gratitude.

"Ohh.. not at all officer ..... as a civilian..I also have some duty towards my country." Jungkook said in a low and firm voice.

"Officer let me know..are the girls safe or not ? Where they all are?" Jungkook asked curiously.

"Mr. Jungkook they all were admitted to the hospital for observation because they were injected with high dose drugs."

Jungkook expression filled with worry. His face looked tensed.

"Can I meet them? " Jungkook asked a question to the officer.

" Offcourse you can but not now, they all are unconscious and under observation. I am also waiting for their statement ... after that you can meet them."

His face becomes softened after listening officer words.

He can't imagine.. how they were feeling, How much they were endured,How much they were terrified.

How could be someone becomes so much cruel to do something this much inhumanity.

He nodded and said "Okh.. officer".

" By the way Mr. Jungkook how did you know about that....I mean we were investigating regarding this case for almost a month. But we didn't get a single clue then how would you know?".

Jungkook felt like his palm becoming a sweaty after this sudden question.

He expected this question, he knew that but not now.

He tightened his grip on phone that his knuckle becomes white and pale.

This is same question, which was linger in his mind since she met at the lake.

He hesitated but still closed his eyes and takes a deep breath and said " I was told by someone's else".

Officer brow furrowned confusingly. Like he didn't expected this reply. " Someone's else...but who?..and how did they even know?"

Jungkook sighed and said" I don't know officer. But I can't tell you the name of that person."

"But we need to know Mr. Jungkook, this is not a small case, it's a racket. Which was going since a very long time and every details is important for us regarding this case."

Officer voice was loud and stern. He sighed and said again.

"We also need your full statement Mr Jungkook, you have to come at police station in the morning."

Jungkook just nodded and said
" I'll come tomorrow " .

After that he disconnected the call.

Tossing the phone at the sofa. He sighed, closed the eyes and rubbed the face with palm.

He ran his fingers through hair. And gently pulled with confusion.

He tilted his head and seen the time it's was 10:50pm. He has to go there .

If he wants to answer of every lingering questions in his mind so he definitely go there.

He stood and glance at the wall clock once more and murmured to himself.

Today , I want answer of my every single question Miss yn.