Kim Yon Su
Four years ago...
After Diego teleported Kim to the safe zone, the world around him changed in an instant. Everything around him was empty. The desert stretched out before him like an endless canvas, the sand shifting erratically as if the earth itself was trying to erase its own tracks. The sky was heavy, covered with dusty clouds, and in the distance, there was nothing but the horizon. Kim stood in place, bewildered, his eyes filled with confusion.
He looked around, his footsteps leaving marks in the sand that were quickly swept away by the wind. There was no shadow, no shelter.
But it didn't take long before the familiar silhouette of Diego appeared from the desert. He stood before Kim, as if he had just stepped out from another world, just like Kim had. His face was serious, his eyes full of determination, despite the harsh surroundings.
"Гьаб щиб бакӀ?" Kim finally asked, unable to hold back the questions. He was ready to learn anything that could explain what was happening. Why had Diego brought him here? Why was he here, and what were they supposed to do next?
Diego stood still, his gaze steady but distant as he looked at Kim. After a brief pause, he waved his hand dismissively, as if trying to push away something unimportant.
"Never mind," Diego said, his voice neutral, but his eyes softened for just a moment. Then, he gave Kim a knowing smile, one that seemed to hold a deeper understanding. "I know what it's like to lose a brother. That's why I'm giving you the remaining kanteeegan as collateral. It's yours to use if you can free your brother."
Kim could barely speak. The emotions that had built up within him overwhelmed his thoughts, and all he could manage was a quiet "Баркала"
His voice faltered, not from weakness but from the flood of emotions he had kept inside for so long. Gratitude, relief, and even confusion all mixed together as he stood in front of Diego. The future was uncertain, but at least for this moment, Kim had something to hold onto.
As Kim logged out of the game, a sense of overwhelming relief washed over him. He could hardly believe it—he was finally going to see his older brother again. The weight of the virtual world lifted, leaving him standing in the quiet of his room, the reality of the moment sinking in.
A smile spread across his face, one that was rare and genuine. For the first time in a long while, the tension in his chest eased, replaced by a warmth he hadn't allowed himself to feel in months. "Дида гьев нахъеги вихьизе вуго," he thought, as a wave of happiness surged through him.
His heart raced, his hands shaking just slightly from the rush of emotions. After all the battles, the uncertainty, and the endless time apart, he finally had hope. The reunion that seemed impossible was now within reach. Kim took a deep breath, feeling both relieved and grateful, knowing that everything was about to change.
Without hesitation, Kim quickly opened the app on his phone and then connected through his computer to the section dedicated to people's release. His fingers, trembling slightly from excitement, typed in his brother's name: "Kim Woo", and the amount required for his release. The screen lit up, and within seconds, a notification arrived with the exact details.
Message:
"Request accepted. Release possible. Address: Hwaeon-dong 27, Arisai. Time: 20:00."
He stared at the screen. The message was short and to the point, but its meaning was layered with significance. Kim had no doubt — this was the opportunity he had been waiting for. The time was almost here.
He glanced at the clock — one hour. In one hour, he would be with his brother again.
Now
Felix, Kyle, and Jake continued training, fighting virtual enemies in the simulator. Their movements were synchronized, each of them having honed their skills to perfection. Suddenly, the door to the room opened, and a twelve-year-old boy appeared. His face was tense, but determination shone in his eyes. Kim slowly entered the room, scanning the scene.
"Something happened?" Jake asked.
Kim glanced at him, silent. A faint trace of exhaustion marked his face, but he held himself together, as if preparing for something important.
As Kim stepped into the room, his older brother followed right behind him, towering over the others at nearly two meters tall. The system immediately processed their presence, analyzing their energy levels. A soft hum echoed as the data appeared in the air.
[SYSTEM ANALYSIS COMPLETE]
Name: Kim Yon Su
Fixed Base (FB): 230
[SYSTEM ANALYSIS COMPLETE]
Name: Kim Woo
Fixed Base (FB): 4001
Kim's Fixed Base (FB) was 230, a solid number, though still far from extraordinary. His brother, however, had an overwhelming 4001 FB, a level that would put even the most seasoned fighters to shame.
The room seemed to grow quieter, as Felix, Kyle, and Jake took a moment to process the presence of this new figure. Despite the difference in their levels, there was an undeniable tension in the air. Kim's brother, with his towering stature and immense power, remained silent, his presence commanding the room without a single word.
Kim, standing confidently in front of them, said:
"Дида лъала К. Л. васазул ахирисев кив ватизе кколевали"
His voice was full of determination, as if each word carried a deeper significance. He understood that this statement could change the course of events, but there was a fire of certainty burning in his eyes.
One of the friends, still processing the shock of Kim's words, repeated them in disbelief:
"The last of the K. L. sons? Do you know where he is?"
His voice trembled slightly, as if the weight of what Kim had just said hadn't fully sunk in yet. The room fell silent for a moment, everyone trying to grasp the gravity of the revelation.
Kim nods.
To be continued...