'Look, no hands!'

The wooden boat skidded along the waters. Aera and Kitae sat in the front as I controlled the movements of the boat. Kitae's teeth involuntarily chomped down after each bump on the boat, he kept his legs braced and his life jacket on. Aera looked behind her shoulder and widely grinned towards me, her hair blew in the wind. I captured this moment in my heart, she looked beautiful.

'We should get back, it's getting dark.'

Jae helped to tie the boat for the night. The sky became foggier and darker as the moon rose higher.

'I don't want anyone going in the boat until you've checked it over first. Okay? Every time.' I said.

'Every time?' Jae asked.

'Every time.'

He nodded and looked towards Aera who scooped up Kitae and carried him towards us.

'Thanks for the boat ride, we'll be going to sleep now.' Aera smiled towards Jae.

'Good night, Aera.' I shyly uttered.

'Good night, Taeby.'

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- Later That Night -

The sound of owls emitted through the quiet night of the forest. After everyone fell asleep, I walked around the house, locking every window and door.

'Taehyung.'

I quickly turned my head, startled to see Jiae standing behind me. She crossed her arms together and tiredly walked towards me.

'You should be in bed.' I muttered as I continued walking through the rooms. Jiae smiled an