Chapter 16   Irene POV   "Don't worry aunt Sowon. I'm sure Dad will do everything he can to save uncle Minho." I hugged the older woman and she immdiately returned it. It took a while before she talked back. "I know... I know. Minho's a strong guy so we also have to be strong for him." My heart ache at her strained voice. It was really coarse. Must be from crying so much.    "I'll just go to my room upstairs okay? Seulgi and Wendy are just in their rooms." After pulling away from the hug, I just noticed how red her eyes were. I just gave a polite nod before she went away to her room.    I started making my way to the girls' room when I happened to pass by a book shelf. One book stuck out a bit from the others. It greatly bothered me.  Ughh! Damn OCD's. I. NEED. TO. FIX. IT. With a light grumble, I brought my hand to the damned book but before I could push It back to place, "Unnie, You're here! Come. Wendy's this way."   It's a secret passage. The cool air below my feet gave it away plus the panicked look on Seulgi's face was more than a give away; but I don't want to be nosy. Seulgi dragged me to their terrace and a sight of a spacing Wendy welcomed me.    "Oh hi there, Unnie." Wendy's smile didn't reach her eyes like what they usually do. Her eyes were also red and her voice was dry and low. It kinda hurts to see her in this state when she's the ball of sunshine and happiness in the group with the kids. Seulgi wasn't any better. She just stayed quiet for the rest of my time there. After sitting down, I heard Wendy release a long breath.   "Thanks for the visit, unnie. We needed it." I side hugged both Wendy and Seulgi, who was sitting on my other side. I lightly pushed their heads towards my shoulder so they'll be leaning on me. I gave a lingering kiss on their forheads.    "Anytime, kids. Anytime."   ___   I had enough. I can't wait anylonger. I can't stay in the sidelines anymore after what happened to uncle Minho.  With heavy steps, I walked the agency's hallways with an unstable heart. I stopped infront of my father's office. With a last deep breath, I knocked thrice. After getting my permission to get in, I did not bother giving formal greetings. It may appear rude but who can blame me at times like this?    "Dad, just put me-"    "I knew you'd ask that sooner or later." I blinked three times. Now I feel bad for being rude. He then gave me a white folder with a big black 'Top Secret' stamp on it.  This is it. After opening the folder, a picture of a middle aged woman greeted me.    "Lee Hyori. I assume she's one of the bearers?" Dad, or should I say director, gave a nod as his answer. After reading a few details, I felt stupid for the late realization.  "She's the vice president's wife!" Well... It's not that she's always in public eyes.    "Yes she is. She has the Sword. She already knows that we need it. You're mission is to retrieve it. But be carefull." I knew what he meant. Uncle Minho's disappearance just shows that the red cloud is on the move.    "Don't you think this mission is a bit dangerous for the kids?" Joy, Yeri, and Tzuyu are still kids after all. The guilt kills me everytime we go on dangerous missions where kids their ages are having fun. "Way ahead of you. They'll stay at school. I assigned more suitable agents for this mission. They'll be here any-"   A knock on the door cut him off. "Come in." I smiled for the first time since I've been in the room.  Jin, Jimin, and Krystal. It's not that I doubted the skills of other agents but I knew I could be more at ease with them. "Unnie!/Noona!" I chuckled when the director cleared his throat. "So... Who's the captain?" I didn't bother talking when three fingers are pointed at me.    "You okay with that, Irene?" Well... "Yes, sir."  "Jin, you'll fly the team to the coordinates that I'll send you." "Fly, sir?" "You'll be going to going to Jeju via plain. Inside it has 4 bikes and one camaro. The plain has a built in computer system so Irene, you know the drill." I nod once more.    "When are we leaving sir?" It was Jimin. "Today." I'm in a hurry but I didn't expect it to be now. "What about school?" I didn't inform grandpa about the mission yet but then the director said, "I already Informed Mr. Siwoon. You don't have to worry a thing. Any more questions?" Well...guess we're leaving. "No more, sir." "Good luck agents. "    ___   After arriving, we decided that I'll stay in the plain and monitor everything behind the scene while they retrieve the sword. They brought the camaro with them after a petty arguement with Jimin.    Earlier   "Dude! Let's use the bike. It's faster and much easier to maneuver in the city." Jin had his hand in his forhead. Krystal is just laughing quietly at the side.    "But, Hyung..." Jimin bashfully rubs his nape.    "What now, Jimin?" Jin's hands were on his hips this time.    "It's a Camaro..."   Krystal chuckled at Jimin's cuteness. I just rolled my eyes and I could see Jin do the same. Krystal then grabbed Jimin's hand and dragged him to the camaro.    "Oppa, just give Jiminie a chance so we could go." My eyes widen in amusement when Jimin blushed. Jin could just comply. "You know what? Fine." Jin throws his hand up in the air with a huff.    Present   "Can you guys here me?"    "Loud and clear, Cap."    "Alright. So I'll be sending the coordinates in a sec." They already left for 10 minutes now. I sent the location to the team afterwards. Krystal's voice came in. "A hotel? Are you sure, unnie?" I checked the screen infront of me for confirmation.  "Yeah. Apparently, the Lee's own it." I'm not even surprised they own such thing.    "Okay just leave it to us, unnie." I knew I could trust them. It just feels nice to be reminded.    ___   Krystal POV    We stopped the car infront of the said hotel and... daaamn.  The place was huge and huge is an understatement. The building has a slick look with iron outlines on the edge. I must've stared for too long that Jimin nudged me.  "Noona, you okay?" I awkwardly cleared my throat.  Well that was embarressing.   "Y-Yeah Sure. I'm okay. Let's go?" I didn't wait for their reply as I rushed my way in. Upon entering, someone violently bumped to my shoulder. As if instinct, I brought my hand to my holster, ready to take my gun out when the guy extended it's hand. "I'm so sorry, kid. Are you alright?"    Kid? I mentally scoffed. I took his hand for support. After getting up, I noticed he wasn't alone. He was wearing a black suit with sunglasses like what the others are wearing. He has this case with him. An iron one at that. Wierd. I heard a static in my ear.   "Krystal, are you okay?!" It was unnie.   "I'm okay, thankyou." I gave the middle aged man a polite smile but I was referring to Unnie. Jin and Jimin reached my side huffing. They must