Teaser #2

Enigma ﴾¿﴿ Story Arc: Revelation ﴾?﴿
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Here's teaser #2! This is the Gemini perspective of the beginning of everything, and a bit of elaboration on Chess just like introduction of Carroll before :) 

I also inserted the King at the end of this, mostly because what I originally had in mind was the King being there before anyone else and stuff (it'll be revealed afterwards ;) 

But yes, here's teaser #2! I'm really sorry I was inactive for a period of time; I was sitting for my public exams and I just finished, so I can go back to writing :) Please apply, guys!

the story

author's corner

disclosed area 

— unknown time 

It certainly wasn't the first time that she had came before this group of people, and certainly won't be the last time, but no matter how many times she came to this place, Chess still found herself fidgeting with her hands clasped behind her, swallowing as she stared straight ahead, trying to keep her face void of emotion.

"I disagree." A shrill voice echoed in the dim room. In fact, there was barely any light, save for the one shining on her; the Elders were seated on chairs that were certainly on some kind of elavated platform, because their voices came from above her head.

"This is for the sake of humankind; we don't have a choice." A second voice, a deep one this time. Chess mentally heaved a sigh; it wasn't the first time they argued, and she could see that it would become ugly. 

There was tense silence again. The Elders seemed to be discussing amongst themselves of their latest decision; something that involved waging war on the human and anti-Underworld organisation, C.A.R.D.S. Or at least, that was what she had figured out from the snatches of conversation they had allowed her.

Not that she herself hadn't formed an impression of C.A.R.D.S herself. Chess had lived for a long time, and through the many generations of Gemini and numerous amount of bloodshed and clashes between the two, she could sense the amount of hostility from what had called themselves the 'enemy' of Gemini. 

And now she had to put together a team again, for the sake of....well, for whatever the Elders decide would be worth the effort. Honestly, Chess hadn't thought that she had to do this again after such a short span of time; the last generation had lasted for only seven decades before they all perished, save for the King. She twisted her hands again, waiting for the verdict.

"The Concilo had made its choice." A slight murmur had spread in the room for a short period of time before it was silenced by the sound of the gavel being striked. The leader of the Concilo had called for silence, and silence it would be. "We would once more revive the Gemini team, in order to meet with the threat of the C.A.R.D.S organisation. The director of the organisation had sent us a letter, which holds connotations of threat of war. We will respond to this ultimatum with our own forces," Murmurs started breaking out; apparently the news of the letter hadn't reached the Concilo yet. Another bang of the gavel silenced them, and the leader continued. "And therefore, I now command the agent Chess to go forth and once more recruit the members to form this formidable team." 

The faery swallowed, and stepped forward. "I am honoured to recieve this mission." Despite the words on her lips, she felt a sense of dread in her heart which signalled weakness. Chess pushed it down, since she was in the presence of the Elders, but she could hear the voice in her heart; Not again. Not war again

A piece of paper came floating down towards her, and she plucked it from the air gingerly. It contained the names of the people that she would have to recruit, along with names for backup, just in case. A quick scan proved everything in order, and she folded it up, before slipping it into the pocket of her coat.

"We have high hopes for you. As always." The shrill voice came back, and Chess, holding her head high, nodded, before the light above her switched off, signalling her departure.

— Gemini headquarters, 3:00am

A small portal opened in the middle of the King's study, and a slender figure stepped out from it, heels landing on the wooden surface of the floor.

"You should've knocked." A curt voice answered Chess' appearance, and she looked up with emotionless eyes, to the figure lounging on the chair behind a huge desk.

"You should've expected me," She replied, equally curtly. There was no response, and the faery made her way to the front of the piece of furniture. "The Elders have made their decision." Silence. "I will be going now, then." 

A resigned sigh showed the King's feelings towards this matter, but there was otherwise nothing else said. However, just before she disappeared back into the swirling mass of dark storm in the portal, there was a single sentence that she heard before she would found herself on the streets of probably some obscene corner of the world.

"I await your return." 

 
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hzhfobsessed
#1
Chapter 81: GASDHAHAH NOT THE CHOIS ING UPPPPP

i was not actually expecting minhwan to cameo LOL it's so funny and hOLY the siblings meet ;))))))

i gotta wonder whose side mother is on :eyes: because i don't remember if i ever said that in the app LOL

but yeah 's heating UP
jxxkwx
#2
Chapter 80: not me not remembering Alex’s past- oof. I gotta read back his history >< it was a nice gateway to reveal more of CARDS and Gemini’s past, I think it flowed perfectly. I think it’s interesting how they use to be allies and now are enemies.

also, I don’t know if I missed this completely from previous chapters but Helena towards Daehyun? I didn’t know she had such feelings, oof. I kinda like the drama LMAO

ALSO ALSO CARDS LET MY BBY REST ;-; he needs rest- look at his eyes! D;
imjaebeoms
#3
Chapter 79: i understand where you're coming from and I hope that you'll do what you want and go for it! in the end, this is your story - you get to decide what you should do with it :D

ps: pls add me to the list of future buyers of this book once it's published o.o the whole plot is too cool to NOT be an actual book

i too hope that in the future I'll be more active with feedbacks since I get how discouraging it is when you're writing but you get nothing back in return ;-; hope everything works out for you <3 sending headpats and hugs
jxxkwx
#4
Chapter 79: hello, author-nim!

it’s been awhile >< also, I do understand your feelings towards the ocs and your plot. it is up to you, as you’re the author. I’m sorry that you felt that way, and I hope that you’re able to write the future chapters with more positive feelings.

I would also like a copy of the book as well, so I can buy it and support you!

I hope all is well for you, and I will try to be more active. ♡
hzhfobsessed
#5
Chapter 79: that sounds good

i think the problem with applyfics (and why most ppl never finish writing them) is because it's annoying to make sure every character gets equal screentime while still keeping track of the plot

and then you get the ppl who don't keep up, which adds a whole nother layer of bothersome lol

but yeah mini revelation over, you do you!!!! it'll be fine either way (and i demand a copy once you publish ;))
wonpilist
#6
Chapter 79: yeet ig
i've just been: deceased
hzhfobsessed
#7
Chapter 78: ahhhhhhhhh that's a hard choice :(( i'd say go to school 2 since it sounds like a big hotshot (also because if you decide that you don't like your major, you can change and it seems like all the programs will be good!) but school 1 sounds really nice if you're DEAD set on your major. i'd say don't let the living situation influence you too much but actually ik those things can make or break a decision so i will simply not comment on it anymore.

also, 2hyun 4 lyfe ;)
hzhfobsessed
#8
Chapter 77: heeeheheheheheheheeeeee wucasi uwuu

no i'm not okay thank you for asking
hzhfobsessed
#9
Chapter 76: DUN DUN IN DUNNNNNNN

WHAT WILL HAPPEN NOW??? INTERNAL STRIFE????? BREAKING THE CYCLE OF HISTORY??????? STAY TUNED TO FIND THE OUT!!!!!!!!!!

if you are open to constructive criticism i'd say split up some of the bigger paragraphs; with this small of a font (yes i know i can turn off some sort of view but i'm old and dumb)it makes me eyes hurt to read so much compact text in one big long paragraph ;;;
jxxkwx
#10
Chapter 75: aww daehyun and hyunnie ♡ they’re so cute

I think spreading every now and then is good but you should also limit it >< I hope you rest even more )): I get what you mean by Asian parents comparing you to others ugh I’ve learned to ignore it tbh sigh I hope you feel better! ♡