THE CONSTELLATION DELUSIONAL DEMON

by WatcherofDreams

Summary:

Kim Dokja didn't like Kim Namwoon, because he is infuriating. He wanted to let Kim Namwoon die.

But what if he had the delusional demon at his side? Answering to him instead of Yoo Joonghyuk.

It would be a whole other problem, but if the problem is related to TWSA, Dokja is willing to accept.

" Swear an oath to me "

Notes:

A/N: Since I don't want to spoil webtoon readers the story will have a WAY different epilogue.

Hello. This is my first orv fanfic(that I published) and work here. Might be shit. Might be good. Who knows. I'm writing because I enjoy the thought of Kim Namwoon being Dokja's aid(considering how docile he became later).

Anyways. Enjoy Kim Namwoon idolizing Dokja and his self-sacraficial tendencies.

Kim Namwoon would truly become Dokja's child(in terms of personality).

Ps: I'm adding my ORV ocs

Chapter 1: Delusional Demon: Kim Namwoon

" Swear an oath to me "

 

Kim Namwoon looks up. His eyes blown wide in panic and fear.

 

It's ironic really, how earlier he was trying to stab Kim Dokja a million times per second.

 

Now he's reduced to a fearful puppy on his knees. Begging to be saved.

 

Kim Dokja hated this.

 

He didn't want Kim Namwoon in his epilogue, but the idea of having the delusional demon by his side is tempting.

 

" You have less than twenty seconds "

 

" Fine! I'll swear an oath to you please! Please help me! "

 

" You'll be loyal to me and only me, understood? "

 

" I swear! I swear I'll only be loyal to you please! I don't want to die! "

 

[ Kim Namwoon had sworn an Oath of Existence to you ]

 

Kim Dokja handed the grasshopper eggs to Kim Namwoon. He only had a bit left but regardless it would be enough.

 

He stared at Kim Namwoon as the young adult pathetically grabs the eggs out of his hands. Quickly crushing it just before the timer went out.

 

He just barely avoided getting his head blown. Panting haphazardly as he sways slightly.

 

" Now this is fascinating "

 

The dokkaebi Bihyung appears through crackling of lights. " What in the world happened here? I was only gone for a minute... but look at all this mess! "

[MAIN SCENARIO #1-PROVE YOUR VALUE HAS ENDED]

NUMBER OF SURVIVORS IN CABIN NUMBER 3807 OF TRAIN NUMBER 3434 TO BULGWANG: 6

 

SURVIVORS

LEE HYUNSUNG

YOO SANGAH

LEE GILYOUNG

HAN MYEONGOH

KIM DOKJA

KIM NAMWOON

A mirage of notifications appear before Kim Dokja. Choosing to focus on that instead of the student on his knees before him.

 

Kim Namwoon looks up. Having regain bits of his composure after being assured that he isn't dead. His heart was pounding in his head and it felt like it was shaking his entire form.

 

The man above him is so calm... Perhaps it was karma for his little outburst earlier. He has to serve this man now.

 

" H... Hey "

 

He could barely use his voice, let alone try sounding angry.

 

Kim Dokja looks down. His black eyes showing guilt. At least he wasn't emotionless or Kim Namwoon would've been really scared.

 

" You aren't going to kill me right? "

 

" No. You're useful "

 

Kim Namwoon never thought he'd be relieved to hear he'd be useful like a tool. Right now, his only goal is to try surviving.

A hand reaches towards Kim Namwoon. Grabbing his shoulder and helping him up. His legs feeling like jelly, unintentionally relying on the older man for support.

 

Kim Dokja only sighs quietly to himself. The subway suddenly rattling as it's put back into motion.

 

" Oh, it's moving! We can go home now! "

 

Home?

 

There is no home anymore.

 

The sound of roaring and explosions continues to cause vibrations in the car. Drawing everyone's attention to the sight outside.

A huge sea serpent dealing with two fighter jets. It was a useless fight.

 

The car stops once more.

 

" Why are we stopping again? "Han Myeongoh questions, just as a huge sea serpent rosed by. " Ahhh!!! It's coming for us! "

 

No it wasn't.

 

" W-What on earth is that? "Lee Hyunsung questions.

 

Kim Dokja glances over. Recognizing the sea serpent, or rather Ichthyosaur, as it goes by without care.

 

Kim Namwoon swallows a lump in his throat. Grabbing onto the older man's work coat by the sleeve. Kim Dokja looks at the kid over his shoulder. Silently pondering if Kim Namwoon had always been this fearful and weak. He could feel the mild trembles in the fingers shyly grabbing his sleeve.

 

" Are you guys okay? "

 

Kim Namwoon flinched. Deciding to hide behind the older man as he rather not talk to anyone at the moment.

 

What if he were to try stabbing him now?

 

Kim Dokja crouches down to grab the knife Kim Namwoon had dropped. The kid clearly forgetting that he had dropped it in his fit of begging.

The lady looks at Kim Namwoon. Taking a small step back in mild worry before her attention went back to Kim Dokja.

 

" I'm sorry I couldn't save the old lady "said Kim Dokja to her.

 

Kim Namwoon felt chills at that statement. He could tell the older man was guilty but it didn't set right with him.

 

" ... Dokja, how are you so... ? "

 

" Pardon? "

 

" I-It's nothing. Thanks for earlier "

 

Kim Namwoon wanted her to ask the question she wanted to ask. He looks at the older mans face. It's strange to him how calm he was. Kim Namwoon couldn't say much, because he also adapted to the scenario quickly.

 

" You threw the cage towards me... "She clarifies.

 

" Oh. That's just a coincidence. It won't happen again "Kim Dokja stated.

 

Kim Namwoon felt really happy that this man considers Kim Namwoon useful. He doubts Kim Dokja will be letting go of him at the moment.

Kim Namwoon decided he's going to make himself useful so the ahjussi could keep him alive.

 

" Wow! So did you all prove your worth? I see there are many survivors "Bihyung interrupts. " Oh my! Thank you for the sponsorship dear constellations! I can't believe there are twenty-one constellations watching my channel! "

 

Kim Namwoon wants to strangle the damn furry demon so bad. He glances at the ahjussi. Watching him approach the young kid.

 

" Hey kid. Do you want to live? " The kid nods. " Then lets team up "

 

" H-Hey! Don't forget about me! "

 

Kim Dokja looks at Kim Namwoon.

 

" Don't worry. We're already a team "

 

The kid holds onto Kim Dokja's arm. The older man gently placing his hand on the back of the kids head.

Kim Namwoon quickly walks over. Feeling out of place with some of the stares he's getting from the bear-guy and pretty girl.

 

" A lot of interesting things happened today. The guy in the next cabin was also a total nutcase "said Bihyung.

 

" T-Then are you going to let us go now? "

 

Another annoying thing is that glasses guy. Kim Namwoon wants to punch him as well.

 

Kim Namwoon just filters everything out. Looking at the bodies lying on the floor. Another chill runs down him.

 

He almost became one of those bodies.

 

He instinctively reached up to hold his forehead. Physically shuddering at the thought of his head blowing up.

 

" Hey " Kim Dokja grabs his shoulder again. " You're alive now. If you start panicking now you won't survive the next scenario "

 

He can't see the mans face anymore. No. He can, but it looks different. Obscured almost.

 

" Why is your face like that? "

 

" Why you little... "

 

Ding!

 

A blue screen appears before everyone.

Chapter 2: Sponsoring

Summary:

Kim Namwoon has a sponsor, but it's not permanent nor is it a constellation.

He's still unsure about the people in the cabin with him, but all he knows for sure is that Kim Dokja is necessary to survive.

Notes:

Reminder that my ocs will also be in the book.

Blue screens appear before them. Kim Dokja narrows his gaze at the sponsor selection.

 

<SPONSOR SELECTION>

-SELECT A CONSTELLATION.

-THE SELECTED CONSTELLATION WILL BE YOUR RELIABLE SPONSER.

1. ABYSSAL BLACK FLAME DRAGON

2. NAIL-EATING RAT

 

" Kim Namwoon "

 

" Hm? "

 

" Don't pick anyone "

 

" W... What do you mean? "

 

Kim Dokja reaches over, taking the kids hand and clicking the 'X' button in the top corner. The blue screen disappears and he lets go of the trembling hand. Kim Dokja knew Kim Namwoon was fearful at the beginning of the rounds, but not to this extent.

No matter what, Kim Dokja can't have Kim Namwoon fall under the influence of a constellation. It would be best if Kim Namwoon stays loyal to Kim Dokja, and he doesn't want anything interfering with that. Speaking of interferences, Kim Dokja needs to have Kim Namwoon avoid a certain someone to prevent any issues.

 

Kim Namwoon looks at Kim Dokja with a bewildered expression." B-But... How will I- "

 

" I will sponsor you "

 

Kim Namwoon stares dumbfounded as Kim Dokja decides on his options. Eventually closing the tab. There wasn't a hint of doubt or hesitation on his face as he glances at Yoo Sangah. 

 

" I will give you coins and help you out. It's good for you because you won't become a slave to some crazy constellation "Kim Dokja stated, totally not referring to the dragon.

Having Kim Namwoon following the original story would be disastrous for Kim Dokja. The kid was already a psychopath and Kim Dokja didn't need Kim Namwoon to become a delusional demon again.

 

Kim Namwoon stays quiet. What the older said made sense so he didn't feel too bad about it.

Kim Namwoon looks at Kim Dokja. He couldn't help but feel a sense of relief seeing how calm the ahjussi was.

 

" You're going to pay me? "Kim Namwoon questions, not sure if his ears were deceiving him or not.

The ahjussi that bargained his life was going to sponsor him? Give him coins and all that?

 

" Yes. So you can grow stronger "

 

Kim Namwoon didn't know how to feel about that, but it sounded like a good thing nonetheless. At least he wouldn't be weak forever. Kim Namwoon would've hated that if he was kept weak.

" How many did you get? I got two "

 

" Four "

 

" Are you choosing anyone? "

 

Kim Dokja chooses not to answer. 

 

[ THE SPONSOR SELECTION HAS ENDED ]

 

" Okay, everyone. Are you done? "Bihyung appears. " Huh? Haha. Wow... A couple people had made a very interesting choice "

 

Kim Dokja and Kim Namwoon look up at Bihyung, the younger glancing at the older unsurely.

Kim Namwoon just feels reassured whenever he looks at the ahjussi. Seeing the calm man made him feel a little bit better.

 

" Well, there will be many more opportunities to come "

 

Maybe Kim Namwoon would be able to select a sponsor then.

 

After some more words and a ten minute break. The dokkaebi disappeared to presumably check the other cars.

" Everyone, please gather around "said Kim Dokja.

 

Kim Namwoon stands at Dokja's right automatically, shifting to be a bit closer to the ahjussi than necessary. He spots fluffy brown hair to his left, glancing at the little kid at the ahjussi's left.

Lee Gilyoung looks at Kim Namwoon before squeezing Dokja's arm. A look of possessiveness and distrust washed over the kids' face.

Suddenly feeling competitive, Kim Namwoon glared back. Though he wasn't going to hug the ahjussi's arm like the little brat, so he settled for grabbing the hem of the coat.

 

" Hi, I'm Lee Hyunsung "said bear man.

 

" Kim Dokja "

 

Kim Namwoon watch the two adults interact, noting how big yet gentle the bear looking guy was. He glances over at the pretty lady as well and met her gaze. She flinched back slightly, lowering her eyes to the ground as she takes a small step back. Clearly wary of Kim Namwoon, rightfully so after the stunt and speech he pulled.

 

" Haha, you did it rookie! "

Kim Dokja was taken aback by the sudden praise.

 

An annoying grandpa shoved him aside. Almost causing him to trip on the insect kid. He did grab onto the brats head though, which prompted the kid to forcefully jerk Kim Namwoon off.
The two growled at each other for a moment.

 

" Dokja, you know who I am right? "

 

" ... Yes, Han Myeongoh "Kim Dokja yanks his arm back.

Kim Namwoon crosses his arms and lightly scowls at the four eyes. He wants to beat him up.

 

" Excuse me? You should call me Mr.Han "

 

" We're not at work right now "

 

" You little brat. So you're not planning to come to work anymore? Where did you learn such bad manners? "Han Myeongoh accuses. " And to be honest, I was pretty offended by your little stunt back there. If there were bugs, you should have told me. How dare you just throw them?- "

 

" Shut up, Han Myeongoh "

 

" W-What? "

 

BAM!

 

Kim Dokja whirls around bewildered by the sudden sound of skin on skin collision. Followed by a thud as Han Myeongoh slumps down from a seat limply. His glasses falling off the bridge of his nose whole a red bruise forms in the center of his face. Kim Dokja immediately turns to look at Kim Namwoon, who was shaking his fist with a proud smirk. Turning to look at Kim Dokja, momentarily proud until he saw the ahjussi being silent.

 

" What? He was being annoying "

 

Kim Dokja couldn't blame Kim Namwoon. He would like to do the same.

Well, he was still satisfied seeing Han Myeongoh getting punched.

 

" Don't do that anymore okay? Not unless I explicit say so "

 

" Fine "

 

Kim Dokja pats Kim Namwoon's back, urging the younger to stand among the group and not hide behind him. Kim Namwoon holds back a grin seeing that the ahjussi wasn't mad by what he did. Assuming that Kim Dokja was glad it occurred while keeping his face neutral.

 

" He's not the only one needing a wake up call. Everyone here needs to come to their senses "Kim Dokja explains, seeing as Han Myeongoh believed that everything would return to normal. He needed to clear that belief with the rest of the group.

 

" I was already awake "Kim Namwoon grumbles, glancing behind his shoulder at the unconscious man.

Serves him right.

He wants to punch the guy again, but it'll have to wait.

 

" Don't do anything stupid "

 

Kim Namwoon turns to look at Kim Dokja. His expression changing to mild surprise at his intentions being read.

" What? I wasn't planning anything stupid "

 

Kim Namwoon avoids the stare he's receiving from the ahjussi. Crossing his arms as if it'd help him hide from the perceptive ahjussi. So what if he was? He wasn't going to do it...

Yet.

 

" I still can't believe this is real. This isn't a dream right? "Lee Hyunsung questions.

 

" Unfortunately, this is our reality now "Kim Dokja assures.

 

" It's a good thing that at least one person is certain about what's going on. So what now? Do you have any ideas Dokja? "

 

" We have to get out of here "

 

Cue the silence.

 

ROAR!!!

 

Kim Namwoon impatiently taps his feet on the ground as the other adults protest wildly. He wants to get out of here regardless if the serpent is roaring and possible be a threat.

He doesn't like the blown up heads surrounding him. A grim reminder he could've been one of the bodies lying on the floor.

 

SLAM!! SLAM!!

 

Everyone turns their attention to the other car. The door starting to dent with each hit. The sound was deafening and Kim Namwoon was sure it had to be a monster on the other side.

Kim Namwoon wants to leave. Even he knows outside is better than here with whatever is causing that.

 

" We have to get out of here "said Kim Dokja, more firmly.

 

Lee Hyunsung looks at him unsure. " What? But... "

 

" If we don't leave right now. We're all going to die before the next scenario "

 

" D-Dokja, we can't be sure that whatever is on the other side of that door is our enemy "

 

" Well if you want to meet him. Go ahead. I'm going with ahjussi "said Kim Namwoon, immediately taking the ahjussi's side.

 

This brat... Kim Dokja thought as he was openly called an ahjussi.

 

" I'll go with him too "said Lee Gilyoung, staring intently at Kim Namwoon. The older kid didn't back down and glared back.

 

" But... "

 

Kim Dokja interrupts Lee Hyunsung.

 

" He's the survivor who killed all those people in his cabin. Do you still want to meet him? "

 

Crazy how one statement could immediately change everyone's opinion.

 

" Namwoon, check the doors at the end to see if they work "

 

Kim Namwoon wordlessly follows, he was planning on doing that anyways.

Running over the dead bodies and sliding on blood. He tests the buttons on each exit door. Panic soon rising when each door he tried won't open.

 

" Calm down. The more you panic the worse the situation gets "

 

Kim Namwoon looks at the ahjussi. Feeling a gentle pat on the back of his head. Kim Namwoon's heart calms down a little.

He knows for sure that the ahjussi wouldn't let him die.

 

He still feels conflicted about the ahjussi since he almost caused Kim Namwoon to die... but so far, Kim Namwoon is finding himself reliant on the ahjussi now that he had said to be Kim Namwoon's sponsor.

Notes:

Kim Namwoon is going to be a bit of a coward and a scaredy cat in the beginning since this is my interpretation of how he is when he's weak. But rest assured that Kim Namwoon will slowly gain his psycho side of him back.

I also want the readers opinion if Kim Namwoon should be similar to Dokja, as in he isn't exactly angel material but he'll gain the favors of the angels(just Uriel). His focus will obviously be Kim Dokja but I wanted to know if I should also have him try to bond with specific characters.( Like Jung Heewon teaching him to do something good or him, Shin Yoosoung, and Lee Gilyoung fighting over Dokja and being siblings)

Chapter 3: To Safety

Summary:

Episode 9 of Omniscient Readers Viewpoint

SLAM SLAM SLAM

 

Whoever is on the other side is hellbent to get into their car. The sound was practically echoing in their ears now and Kim Dokja wasn’t sure if they’d be hearing right after.

 

“ Dokja over here! “Yoo Sangah calls.

 

Everyone crowds where Yoo Sangah is. Lee Hyungsung and Kim Dokja kneeling on the floor in front of her and Lee Gilyoung. Han Myeongoh stood to Lee Hyunsung’s right while Kim Namwoon was crouching over Kim Dokja’s left.

 

Attempting to open the door, the sliding metals only creaked in response. Jammed in place despite KIm Dokja’s attempt to get the machinery working.

 

“ This one’s broken too “

 

“ But it’s still the only one chance we have at opening “

 

There was a moment of silence to ponder over their next move. The sound of the slamming at the far end like a foreboding fate.

 

Kim Dokja ponders his decisions, glancing at the rest of his survivors with a couple ideas in mind. Kim Namwoon met Kim Dokja’s gaze briefly before the ahjussi shifted back to Lee Hyunsung. Watching those eyes move left to right repeatedly. Focused on something Kim Namwoon couldn’t see.

 

“ Hyunsung, use your skill “Kim Dokja says.

 

“ What? “ Lee Hyunsung was surprised by the sudden order. “ By skill, you mean… “

 

Kim Namwoon narrows his eyes suspiciously. Was there a skill that allowed the ahjussi to see their skills? Was it mind reading?

 

Kim Namwoon still felt chills remembering how the ahjussi was able to dodge him, as if he knew what Kim Namwoon would do.

 

Maybe it’s mind reading.

 

“ You probably checked your skills when you opened your attributes window earlier. You’re in the army, so there must be a skill you can use right now “Kim Dokja explains.

 

Or that. That’s a decent assumption. Kim Namwoon eases up a bit. It would be embarrassingly annoying if the ahjussi could read minds.

 

Kim Namwoon looks at his attributes window. Little coins that need to be used sparingly and his levels are low. Depressingly so.

 

“ Well, I do have one, but I don’t know how to use it “

 

“ It’s not that difficult “Kim Namwoon huffs, though he wasn’t really using any fictional skills.

 

Lee Hyunsung glances at Kim namwoon, trying to see if it’s true or not. Looking back at Kim Dokja for some assurance.

 

“ Just imagine yourself using it “Kim Dokja explains.

 

“ That’s all it takes? “

 

Lee Hyunsung grabs the slabs of the door. Blue energy swirling around his body as he lets out a loud shout. To which Kim Namwoon scrutinized him for.

 

He didn’t need to be that loud.

 

The car rattled as the doors were forced apart. A loud bang rings in their ears and Kim Namwoon covers them. Glaring at the back of Lee Hyunsung’s head.

 

Too loud.

 

“ It worked! It really worked! “Lee Hyunsung says excitedly, smiling innocently at Kim Dokja.

 

What a simple fool… Kim Namwoon couldn’t help but give him a look again.

 

The door was opened now, and Kim namwoon was the second to get off after Han Myungoh. Lee Hyunsung picking Lee Gilyoung onto his back before heading out.

 

The ahjussi told them to run, to encourage them to leave one danger into another.

 

“ …Gosh I knew this would happen “

 

Everyone slides to a stop, almost everyone. Kim Namwoon wanted to keep running but the bear-guy grabbed him.

 

Kim Namwoon was so close to slamming his knuckles in the guy's face. Though his hand might be the only thing getting hurt. Kim Namwoon just settled with glaring daggers at the flying Dokkaebi.

 

“ I told you earlier… to stay put “Bihyung touches his forehead and makes an exasperated expression. “ Damn it! I’m not done preparing the next scenario “

 

“ Ahh! I knew it! I told you we should’ve stayed inside! “ Han Myungoh complained with a small comment. “ M-My head! “

 

Kim namwoon smirks, feeling satisfied of the ‘consequences’ of his actions.

 

“ Sigh … Well, I guess I have no choice “Bihyung snaps his fingers. “ You’re very lucky human beings “

 

Kim Namwoon swore that the moment he gets strong enough, he will kill that Dokkaebi himself.

 

He glances over his shoulder.

 

If the ahjussi allows it.

[THE SECOND SCENARIO HAS ARRIVED!]

Kim Namwoon grits his teeth as he stares at the blue screen. Sweat already forming on his skin. Creating an uncomfortable sensation as his school uniform rubs against it.

 

[SUB SCENARIO - ESCAPE ]
CATEGORY: SUB
DIFFICULTY: E
CLEAR CONDITIONS: GET ACROSS THE COLLAPSED BRIDGE AND ENTER OKSU STATION
TIME LIMIT: 20 MINUTES
REWARD: 200 COINS
PENALTY FOR FAILURE: ???

Kim Namwoon almost screamed in anger. 200 coins? Running across this bridge? How stingy!

 

Kim Namwoon started running already, the ahjussi catching up.

 

“ Dokja, something doesn’t feel right. It says collapsed bridge, but the bridge isn’t- “Yoo Sangah questions.

 

“ Don’t worry about it and just run! “

 

Kim Namwoon wanted to roll his eyes at the fact the woman had time to question it. All they needed to do was get across the bridge. If the bridge wasn’t collapsed then it most definitely will.

 

Kim Namwoon was in the lead, next was Mr. Bear with insect kid on his back. He noted how fast he was compared to before so he checked his attributes.

 

His agility level was 6, that makes sense then.

 

“ Ah! What the hell is that? “

 

Kim Namwoon felt his heart almost jumping out of his chest. That grandpa guy has to stop screaming and being a scaredy-cat.

 

Not that Kim Namwoon wasn’t one either but he wasn’t focusing on being scared.

 

The sound of churning water rumbles beneath the bridge. Sounding like a whirlpool forming before a loud splash disturbed the surface.

 

Kim Namwoon almost fell to his knees the second time that day.

 

A large, serpentine creature emerged from the river. Menacing red eyes looking down on them and Kim Namwoon felt himself root to the spot.

 

“ Come on! “

 

Lee Hyunsung grabs Kim Namwoon’s arm to pull the younger out of his trance. Sweat now forming on his nape and the side of his face as his heart beats erratically. Running like crazy as kim Namwoon takes the lead again.

 

“ It’s no fun if the game is too easy right? “

 

Kim Namwoon cursed under his breath at the white, toy goat, doom of death returns. With another snap of his fingers Kim Namwoon felt a chill run down his spine.

 

“ What’s the fun in you getting away safely? Let’s shake things up a bit! “

 

Ding!

 

That dreadful blue screen appears before Kim Namwoon. Almost causing him to trip on the tracks reading it.

 

[THE DIFFICULTY OF THE SCENARIO HAS BEEN ADJUSTED]

DIFFICULTY: E -> D

[THE EVIL THOUGHTS OF THE DEAD RETURNED]

[BLACK ETHER IS RISING FROM THE SURROUNDING EARTH]

 

Kim Namwoon feels a sweatdrop roll down the side of his neck. His throat burning as he understands what’s added to this scenario.

 

[DEMONIC BEINGS HAVE BEEN RESURRECTED!]

 

Kim Namwoon felt fear grapple him, but just as quickly as he felt that…

 

[YOU HAVE ENTERED OKSU STATION]

 

Relief washes over him. Smiling happily like a madman as he drops to his knees. Catching his breath.

 

Holy hell. He had never run so fast in his life.

 

He turns to look behind him. Watching the others running for it as well as zombies rush in behind them. Lee Hyunsung and Gilyoung reaching the station next.

 

“ Dokja! “Lee Hyunsung shouts, fear written all over his face.

 

Even though Kim Namwoon was in a safe space, his body still tensed up as he stares at the others.

 

If the ahjussi doesn’t reach the station then he’s free right?

 

Kim Namwoon felt like he should pray for that to happen…

 

But who will look after him?

 

He doesn’t have a sponsor.

 

No one here would surely trust him.

 

No one here seems as reliable as the ahjussi.

 

The bridge collapsed.

Chapter 4: To Safety II

Notes:

Hello! Sorry for the long update, been dealing with legal stuff regarding inheritance. Also, I recently graduated a few days ago( at least I hoped so, that .5 credit better be completed ). I'm currently overwhelmed at the moment with potential colleges and documentations since a lot of money had been involved( and potential lawsuits ). So don't expect this episode to be too exciting. Initially it's supposed to contain the encounter with Jihye( + some fights), but I didn't want to leave you guys hanging for long. It didn't sit right with me so try to enjoy the boring chapter.( It's literally just Namwoon complaining about Junghyeok and the surroundings)

Despite its lack of excitement, I still hope you enjoy it.

To Safety II

Ep 10 + Presumed Events of Ep 13-15

 

Kim Namwoon felt like he was watching everything in slow motion. The large, turquoise-scaled serpent brushing through the bridge. As if it was swimming through paper and tearing everything apart.

 

“ Ahjussi! “Kim Namwoon calls, hitting the yellow barrier between him and the bridge.

 

Will he lose like this? If he loses his only life line then…

 

A nauseating feeling washes over Kim Namwoon. His head spinning as he clutches his shirt and mouth. Feeling his meals bubbling up to the tip of his throat, to his tongue. The burning sensation of his food wanting to exit through his mouth made him swallow down bitterly.

 

If the ahjussi dies then he needs another way of surviving.

 

He glances at the bear-guy who seems just as concerned. Touching the yellow barrier before them, he tries calling out to the ahjussi.

 

He didn’t seem like a bad person, but he was also slow at times… In Kim Namwoons opinion.

 

It felt like hours but Kim namwoon’s rationale said that it had only been a few minutes. The lady and the glasses man crossed the bridge somehow together while she was screaming for Kim Dokja.

 

It wasn’t a good feeling hearing her scream like that. Arms outstretched to grab a man she couldn’t reach. Guilt and regret painting her gentle features. Turning more tense and discoloured. Pale with flushed cheeks, obviously a different shade after witnessing something shocking.

 

Eventually the scenario was over; the notifications ringing in his ears as he stared forward. Vision blurring as his eyes dart around, trying to find the strange faced man. A ringing sound starts to muffle his hearing the more his heart races. The longer the ahjussi stays unseen except for a man in all black. 

 

“ Kid… Hey Kid! “

 

Kim Namwoon flinches at the firm hand grabbing his shoulder. Lightly jostling him out of his panicked state.

 

His skin felt sticky as he glanced up, his eyelids trembling as he tried to keep them open. The dust and dirt kicked up slightly with the wind blowing around them.

 

“ Follow me “

 

Who the hell was this man?

 

Kim Namwoon turns away from Lee Hyunsung, who had shaken him out of his daze. Brows knitting down at the intimidating man staring down at him. Almost borderline disgusted but not quite, definitely disapproving.

 

He looks at Kim Namwoon; Kim Namwoon looks at him.

 

His scowl only deepens as his eyes seem to glaze over. His lips parting slightly to show his confusion.

 

“ Who are you ? “Kim Namwoon scowls back, unbeknownst to him it was a bad idea.

 

“ Get up, “ He simply demanded. Grabbing Kim Namwoons shoulder and dragging him up. Not sparing another word as the younger almost stumbled balancing on his jelly legs.

 

Kim Namwoon wanted to retaliate for being manhandled. Wanted to yell or hit the man back.

 

He didn’t.

 

He knew that it would end badly if he did. heat flooded the area where the man had gripped him. A small bruise is starting to form from the rude handling just now. Just that one grab and Kim Namwoon’s arm already felt sore.

 

The man didn’t say anything, simply walking ahead without a word. The demand was there when he glanced over.

 

Follow me.

 

So Kim Namwoon, and the others, ended up reluctantly following him.

 

Kim Namwoon followed him into the new scenario. After some light pestering from the group (Sangah’s politeness), the man revealed his name to be Yu Junghyeok.

 

What a weird ass man. Kim Namwoon would refer to him as some temperamental emo who’s good with his swings.

 

It was filled with monsters, but the bigger monster is him . Overpowering those mutated-abominations-demon thingys( whatever it's called cause Kim Namwoon didn't care) without discrimination. Simply kill, kill, kill.

 

The ahjussi was eerily calm, only eerily; this man is terrifyingly calm, too casual despite his violent acts.

 

Kim Namwoon couldn’t see a single ounce of fear in the man’s eyes. Like a pitch black void that Kim Namwoon knew he didn’t like to see. He didn’t like it. Didn’t like how much stronger this man is compared to himself with that temper.

 

He begrudgingly starts to miss Kim Dokja. He was nice and calmly confident at least.

 

This monster was horrifyingly confident and not nice.

 

If Kim Namwoon was confident in underhanding Kim Dokja, he definitely wasn’t with this man.

 

Something tells Kim Namwoon that if he did, he wouldn’t get a chance to do it again.

 

.

.

 

.

 

The air was fuming with toxins. They didn’t need to feel it to know; The air had turned an ugly shade of purple, in Kim Namwoon’s opinion. It was a light grey mist that had a purple tint to it. Looking desaturated and dead . Again, in Kim Namwoon’s opinion, Lee Hyungsung didn’t understand why the younger appeared to be pressed about the air colour.

 

The air was literally toxic, he should be more worried about that instead of the colour.

 

Thankfully, Kim Namwoon only made a couple comments about the colour before quieting down. If he continued anymore he’d surely be questioned or silenced. 

 

The beast of a man didn’t appear to be rushed. Despite that everyone had been mentalling asking the same questions.

 

‘Where are they going?’

‘Does we know where to go?’

‘Is it even safe?’

 

Kim Namwoon bit his tongue back the most. Whilst the others appeared to be disregarded, the man looked and acknowledged Kim Namwoon and Lee Hyunsung the most. Looking almost expectant everytime they stopped by a monster.

 

“ What do you mean you don’t have a stigma? “

 

Kim Namwoon nervously glared back at the golden eye staring back at him. Brows furrowed and eyes wide in disbelief. If Kim Namwoon wasn’t sure if he’s angry, then the very noticeable veins along his jawline confirmed it.

 

Kim Namwoon shuddered at the memory, glancing over at the man who’s now stopping in front of a subway station. The dark cloud that had hovered around him was fading away as he focused on the stairs.

 

“ Down here? “Lee Hyunsung questions, feeling more comfortable to speak around Yu Junghyeok. His voice muffled with a piece of fabric. All of them had some sort of cloth over their mouths, but they still they didn't dare to breathe.

 

He appeared the friendliest with the bear-guy at the moment. Kim Namwoon would’ve expected him to be the friendliest to Yoo Sangah, considering she’s soft and gentle.

 

Well, Kim Namwoon couldn’t tell anything from this guy. He literally seemed more tolerant of Kim Namwoon than Yoo Sangah so he believes it’s best to just listen.

 

Only, Kim Namwoon isn’t a good listener.

 

Kim Dokja would need to teach him that.

Notes:

I also want to make this clear since I tend to get depressive episodes, I will occasionally stop writing for a long while. I don't want to make the same mistakes I did on Wattpad( I know, been there since elementary ) and quit Ao3 since I'm loving it at the moment. So I want to make it clear for my readers to not expect scheduled uploads. Don't worry, I guarantee that you won't have to wait a whole year for it.

Also, I had found the Ao3 curse comment hilarious. Perhaps it's already taking its effects since everything is crashing down.

See you next chapter!

Chapter 5: NOT A CHAPTER/ONE SHOT STORY

Summary:

Kim Dokja hates sweat and germs.

And Yu Junghyeok and Kim Namwoon are sweaty and dirty.

Mayyybe OOC Dokja but it's fanfiction

Notes:

So err... Hello dreamers a lot of shit happened.

I know I said I worked on a chapter but ummmm

My computer and original phone has been broken for 4 months now and I'm typing this note on my new phone(cheap replacement until my phone gets fixed.)

I actually made a short stories one shot on wattpad but decided I left for too long so I copy and pasted it here. It's unfinished but I feel bad.

So HERE'S MY LIFE UPDATE if you're curious
My phone broke
My computer broke
My mom came back(yay) to get my devices fixed before leaving to attend my uncle's(friend uncle) funeral. I was left to look after my little cousin, dogs, and snake. So my phone is with her and computer is at the shop(it's an ASUS 🫠)
My biological uncle got into a car crash and has a brain bleed. The hospital ended up contacting my mom since no one else wanted to pay the bills(I don't blame them 😒).
A week later, aka today, I've been notified he ran from the hospital(I told my mom to ignore the bills because we don't have enough money and I think my family scares the grim reaper so he'll live.)
So it looks like another family member is going to jail 😀(one deserved the other undeserved)

Oh right, I also had another uncle who got his lung punctured by a broken rib after a tree fell on him. He's alive and walking and living with me 🙃

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Meeting the Breaking the Sky Sword Saint was much more calming that he had anticipated. Sure he was probably on her wanted dead list in the beginning, but after deescalating the situation—and calming the flustered Yu Junghyeok—everything was smooth sailing. Honestly, it was a bit unnnerving to Kim Dokja how calm and almost domestic things were, and Kim Dokja wouldn't use the term 'domestic' lightly. Since Yu Junghyeok and Han Myungoh were here, Kim Dokja would've never thought of associating the word 'domestic' around them. Though he supposes having a mentor and child changed that...

Kim Dokja is still unsure of how to fee about Han Myungoh being a father and mother. It completely defied natural biology and must've been very painful. Still, Kim Dokja tried not to let it linger around in his thoughts, it'll only fuel his curiosity.

"Hyung, Hyung!"

Thankfully, Kim Namwoon was here to save the headaches.

Kim Dokja sits up from where he had lied down, one leg hanging off the porch as he turns to the kid. An excited and smug grin on his face as sweat runs down his skin. The student uniform slightly disheveled and Breaking the Sky Sword Master barking in the background. Han Myungoh lying there with a dazed expression.  The sight made Kim Dokja smirk slightly and he reaches over to ruffle Kim Namwoon's hair.

"Oh-"

Kim Dokja freezes and stilled his hand. The frozen smile and stillness making Kim Namwoon raise a brow confused at the constellation's actions.

"What?"

It was wet.

Kim Namwoon's hair was wet.

The soft, usually dry and fluffy hair felt damp and dirty. Small, little grains of sands rubbing against Kim Dokja's palm and the sweaty hairstrands sticking between his fingers. With a concerned smile, Kim Dokja slowly removed his hand to look at his palm. White strands sticking out against his pale skin and it now had a sheen when he moved it.

"What's wrong?"

"Kim Namwoon," Kim Dokja breathes out, trying to calm himself down as he screams in disgust internally. "If you're done, please go shower."

" Hm? Do I smell?"

No, you're gross Kim Dokja wanted to say. The sweaty skin and dirt sticking to it made Kim Namwoon look dirty, which he was, and had Kim Dokja feeling like he'll get dirty from being close. Kim Dokja does not like the feeling of sweaty, dirty skin again his. He also doesn't like when clothes rub against sweat.

He just doesn't like it. The sensation of sweaty bodies just makes Kim Dokja shudder in disgust.

"No... but," Kim Dokja swallows as he holds both hands up, as if gesturing Kim Namwoon to not get any closer. "You're sweaty, so please go shower."

And don't come near me until you're clean. For the love of all Gods above please.

"Oh. Okay."

Kim Namwoon still seems mildly confused at Kim Dokja's rushed and urgent behavior, but nonetheless did as the older man told.

Kim Dokja lets out a shudder when Kim Namwoon left, making a small 'eugh' sound before composing himself.

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' INQUIRES ABOUT YOUR BEHAVIOR.」

「CONSTELLATION 'DEMON-LIKE JUDGE OF FIRE' IS STARTLED BY YOUR REACTION.」

「CONSTELLATION 'PRISONER OF THE GOLDEN HEADBAND' SNORTS AT YOUR REACTION.」

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' ASKS IF YOU'RE ALRIGHT.」

 

" I'm fine. It's just... " Kim Dokja let's out a harsh sigh, trying to explain his peeve. " It's just I hate- I hate, hate sweat and dirt- it's just so gross like- don't- please don't come near me if you're not clean. "

「 MANY CONSTELLATIONS ARE SURPRISED BY THIS REVELATION.」

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' AGREES WITH YOUR STATEMENT.」

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' SAYS HYGIENE IS IMPORTANT.」

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' LOOKS AT THE 'PRISONER OF THE GOLDEN HEADBAND'.」

「CONSTELLATION 'PRISONER OF THE GOLDEN HEADBAND' ARGUES HE HAS EXTEREMLY GOOD HYGIENE.」

"Hahaha, thank you Persephone."Kim Dokja smiles, looking up at the stars where Persephone's one would be.

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' SMILES DOWN AT YOU.」

Kim Dokja could feel the weight of her gaze, but unlike previously it wasn't suffocating and warm. It felt nice which promted Kim Dokja to smile warmly back.

"Kim Dokja."

Ahh, cursed his luck. He just sent one sweaty person to go shower and now another, who's drenched, is approaching him.

"Yes, Yu Junghyeok?" Kim Dokja responds, already switching at the clear droplets of sweat running down Yu Junghyeok's body. The sight gave him goosebumps and he made sure to keep both feet on the ground. Just in case Yu Junghyeok randomly decided to get close.

The stiff behaviour didn't go unnoticed by the younger man, but he didn't say anything. Looking at Aslan who was being mentored by Breaking the Sky Sword Master, Yu Junghyeok made a small hum that sounded similar to approval. Well, the situation might've been tense between Aslan and Yu Junghyeok but at least the older man acknowledged Aslan's skills.

「CONSTELLATION 'PRISONER OF THE GOLDEN HEADBAND' SNICKERS.」

Yu Junghyeok furrows his brows at that, curiosity starting to gleam in his usually dull eyes. Kim Dokja wanted to glare at Sun Wukong but he didn't want to make the regressor grow curious of the situation. Especially since he's looks so sticky and dirty.

"Have you decided to attend?" Yu Junghyeok asks, turning to face the constellation when talking to him.

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' LISTENS TO YOUR ANSWER CLOSELY.」

"No... not yet... "Kim Dokja sighs, rubbing his nape as he looks away. He couldn't help but be worried about the suicidal regressor since the gourmet association aligns with the martial arts competition. Resisting the urge to bite his fingertips, Kim Dokja decides to look at Han Myungoh and Aslan fighting each other with Breaking the Sky Sword Master being the referee.

Kim Dokja crosses his arms and lets out an amused hum at Aslan keeping up with Han Myungoh. The 'Wall of Impossible Communication' was really handy as expected. Watching the kid stay alert and learning 'transendence' at a swift pace, it makes Kim Dokja feel proud for some reason.

"Are you just lazing about then? You're not even trying to train."

Huh? This guy is still talking? Kim Dokja looks Yu Junghyeok up and down again before staring intently. Making Yu Junghyeok frown slightly since he felt like he was being looked over in a negative way.

"What?"

Should I say it? It would be better if I don't... but I really don't want to be near him...

Something must've shown on Kim Dokja's expression because Yu Junghyeok became more aggressive with his question. "What?"

He faced Kim Dokja and took the slightest step towards the constellation, making Kim Dokja take a quick step back defensively. His slightly panicked movements startling Yu Junghyeok into stopping his intimidation. Now looking confused and concerned with Kim Dokja's tense actions. 

"Ah! Nothing is wrong Yu Junghyeok." Kim Dokja chuckles awkwardly. "Don't worry about it."

Yu Junghyeok's brain immediately translated that as something to worry about. Activating 'Lie Detection' to further prove his point as his eyes dart over the white text.

「CHARACTER, YU JUNGHYEOK, HAS ACTIVATED THE SKIILL, LIE DETECTION LV. 4!」

「THE LIE DETECTION SKILL HAS DETECTED THAT YOU ARE LYING.」

Seriously? Kim Dokja thought exasperatedly as Yu Junghyeok reverts back to glaring Kim Dokja down. Taking a step closer to the older man and trying to intimidate him into telling the truth.

"Kim Dokja..."

「CONSTELLATION 'ANGEL OF DIVINE RETRIBUTION' IS SHOWING HOSTILITY TOWARDS INCARNATION 'YU JUNGHYEOK'.」

「CONSTELLATION 'ANGEL OF DIVINE RETRIBUTION' IS GLARING AT INCARNATION 'YU JUNGHYEOK'.」

「CONSTELLATION 'ANGEL OF DIVINE RETRIBUTION' SAYS INCARNATION 'YU JUNGHYEOK' STINKS.」

「CONSTELLATION 'ANGEL OF DIVINE RETRIBUTION' DEMANDS INCARNATION 'YU JUNGHYEOK' TO CLEAN UP.」

Without pause, four consecutive messages flutter before Yu Junghyeok aggressively. It was funny to see the regressor become startled and wary the moment the first one appeared, then his expression shifting to flustered at the last two.

Nothing better than your best companion coming to the rescue. Kim Dokja could always rely on her to keep his other companion in check. Especially when those two used to be companions.

"Do I really smell?" Yu Junghyeok mutters to himself, seemingly self-conscious of his own odor now. 

"Why don't you go clean up anyways? I'm sure a shower would feel refreshing." Kim Dokja suggests, wanting the regressor to either leave him or quickly clean up.

Yu Junghyeok doesn't say anything, but it seems like the constellations comments earlier made him more aware of his drenched state. Deciding against arguing, Yu Junghyeok went to go clean  himself off. Sniffing his own body while doing so to see if he really stinks like his ex-companion said. 

"Thanks Demonica."

「CONSTELLATION 'ANGEL OF DIVINE RETRIBUTION' SMILES AT YOU.」

「CONSTELLATION 'ANGEL OF DIVINE RETRIBUTION' ASKS IF YOU WANT ANYTHING?」

"No need, though some Murim dumplings would be nice."Kim Dokja answers the angel, licking his lips at the thought of getting more. He knows the angel would be generous and buy lots of it. Hopefully not too much.

Just kidding, you can never have too many Murim dumplings.

"Bark!"

"Hm? Eugh-"

Kim Dokja startles when he sees Breaking the Sky Sword Master beside him. Having walked over when she heard 'Murim dumplings' and assuming he had some.

"Do you have any?" She barked.

"Uh, not yet. The constellation from earlier is buying some."

"The foreigner? When will she come back?"

Breaking the Sky Sword Master isn't even trying to hide the drool dripping from her mouth. Tongue lolled out and panting from mentoring the other two students just now. Pausing her training for some presumed Murim dumplings. Kim Dokja chuckles at that, but he couldn't blame her.

"Probably in a little bit. She won't take too long, hopefully."

Kim Dokja was about to pet her when he noticed the dirt on her matted fur as well.

Why is everyone so dirty? Kim Dokja thought annoyedly, but the answer was obvious with made him exasperated.

Breaking the Sky Sword Master tilts her head adorably, and Kim Dokja sighs weakly to the adorably deadly cannine.

"You're dirty."

"Oh..."

She looks behind her at Aslan and Han Myungoh, barking at them to give them a break to clean up. Then expectantly turning to Kim Dokja with a wagging tail.

"Can you help wash me?"

"I'm sorry what?"

"I can't use soap to clean myself."

Oh... that actually makes sense, Kim Dokja thought. Breaking the Sky Sword Master was a regular pet dog before, so the Breaking the Sky Sword Saint must've been cleaning her the entire time. Also, Kim Dokja wasn't sure what he expected about a dog cleaning themselve. Their arms and paws aren't exactly dexterous like a humans after all.

"Alright, where?"

"There's a hot spring nearby. It's where all my stuffs are kept."

"Alright. Let's go."

Kim Dokja waves the other two students off before following Breaking the Sky Sword Master to the hot springs. He's heard about it in TWSA before but only briefly, it was barely mentioned. Now, being able confirm it for himself, he's pretty excited. He had never seen a hot spring before, let alone indulged in ever seeing one let indulge in one.

There was a basket with doggy shampoo and towels, though there was barely any shampoo left.

"Open Dokkaebi shop."

Breaking the Sky Sword Master rests her jaw over his shoulder. Her ear brushing against the side of Kim Dokja's head as she looks at the digitial shop. Letting out a small, curious whine as she presses herself against Kim Dokja's back. Looking closer.

"Which one do you use?"

"That one."

"... That's the most expensive one."

She got off Kim Dokja's shoulder and sits down. Whining softly and wagging her tail in hopes to sway the rich-but-broke-mindset constellation. Lowering her ears slightly and raising her brows to enlargen her dark brown eyes. Trying to look as cute as possible to get the expensive, probably a scam, shampoo.

"..."

Kim Dokja caved regretfully of course. He didn't only buy shampoo but conditioner, grooming equipments, and a scented spray.

Wasn't this dog older than Kim Dokja by a century at least? Why is she asking to be spoiled like a child?

"You better pay me back for these."

"Bark!"

Kim Dokja removes his white coat and hangs them on a branch. Making sure it doesn't get dirty or brush against the Earth as he pats it down. Making sure the white coat stays titanium white with no gray spots. Following with his shoes and socks. Placing them together neatly beneath his white coat before rolling his sleeves up.

"You aren't bathing?"

"Um... No..."

There's just something about showing himself to Breaking the Sky Sword Master makes him feel self-conscious. He wasn't buff like Yu Junghyeok or Breaking the Sky Sword Saint, and he also just didn't like himself that much. It just reminded him of dark times.

Breaking the Sky Sword Master tilts her head curiously before shrugging it off. Dipping into the warm water and sighing pleasantly. Swimming around as Dokja finds a nearby rock to see on. A basket of pet grooming items beside him, a painful reminder of the splurge he just went on. Hugging his knees as he watches Breaking the Sky Sword Master swim around to soak her fur before getting out. Shaking slightly but not as much to keep the water in her fur.

"Now, how long does Breaking the Sky Saint take?"Kim Dokja questions, squeezing and lathering the eucalyptus and jasmine scented shampoo on her. Subtly cringing at the dirt and mud beneath the layers of her fur.

Dirty.

"Ten minutes."

"Oh." It's going to take longer than I thought.

Kim Dokja presumes it would be roughly forty minutes, but he recalled Demonica cleaning her shadow wolf for over an hour or two in TWSA. Well, it's because the wolfs fur was so thick and multi-layer, but it should be fine since Breaking the Sky Sword Master has shorter fur.

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Kim Dokja overestimated this. It did not take as long as he initially thought.

Breaking the Sky Sword Master's fur was matted in certain areas which made it difficult to soak the soap in. Then trying to get the soap to get down onto her skin is a whole other problem. Turns out, her fur is dense that swimming in the hot springs for a moment didn't soak it completely. How was that possible?! Kim Dokja struggled to get the water down to her skin, trying to soak the dense fur by pouring water directly wasn't possible. He had to run his fingers through it while pouring at the same time.

How is this possible??? Kim Dokja thinks bewilderedly, finding a spot along her neck where it's still dry.

"This is insansity. How does Demonica clean her dogs once every few weeks?"

Breaking the Sky Sword Master only barks amusedly at Kim Dokja's exasperation. Wagging her tail happily as she gets a wonderous massage. She was gonna smell so good and feel so nice! Then she'll be able to get Murim dumplings later!

Kim Dokja was going to turn her into a Murim dumpling.

"Oh my God. My fingers are raw."Kim Dokja cries softly, focusing on getting that area wet now. It was completely dry beneath the top layers of her fur.

She smelled, she's muddy, she's matted. Oh my God, bathing her was going to be a nightmare. Kim Dokja already predicted that he'd be cleaning the underside of his nails for the rest of the afternoon once Breaking the Sky Sword Master is clean. Then he'll take a twenty-four hour long bath in bleach to get rid of the wet dog smell rubbing on him.

Meanwhile, Breaking the Sky Sword Master was smiling and wagging her tail happily. She didn't use scented products before nor did she get luxurious pet products. Kim Dokja was a saint. Totally ignoring the fact the constellation looks like he's ready to die the nth time.

"Hyung?"

"Hm? Oh, Namwoon."

Kim Dokja decided that was the time to let his fingers rest to focus on the older teenager—technically young adult—as he approaches him. The wet hair damp but for some reason having brown patches in the white locks. Making Kim Dokja blink repeatedly since Kim Namwoon appeared to have showered but was still dirty. Not to mention the gray robe also had some brown-beige patches.

"Uhhh, what... happened?" Kim Dokja questions, cleaning his fingers before flicking the water off.

"That crazy man  threw me down."

Ohhh Yu Junghyeok whyyy.

Kim Dokja lets out a loud sigh before gesturing Kim Namwoon to come sit down between his legs. The teen tilting his head before doing so. Sitting down with his back against the rock, glancing at Breaking the Sky Sword Master who was relaxing with soapy fur. It was a bit funny since she's absolutely terrifying but looks hilariously adorable with bubbles all over her.

"Ah!"

Kim Namwoon yells in surprise as water pours down on him. Tensing up as if cold water was poured on him instead as he feels Kim Dokja running his fingers through his hair. Eyes widened in surprise at the unfamiliar act as he sits stiffly.

"Are you planning on cutting your hair?"

"Uh- huh? My hair?"

Kim Dokja brushes Kim Namwoon's hair back, running his fingers through the long white locks. It was much longer than before but it's still fluffy as ever. Relishing in the familiar feeling of brushing someone's hair. A sense of calm and contentment washing over him as he carefully cleans Kim Namwoon's hair.

"Yeah, it's growing pretty long now."

"Uh... Do you... Do you like it Hyung?"

Kim Namwoon subtly looks over his shoulder, trying to see Kim Dokja's face which is usually unseeable most of the time. Though he had seen it a couple times and he made sure to burn the image into his brain so he could visualize it.

"Yeah, it feels nice."

Kim Namwoon looks back front. Leaning back against the warm stone and relaxing. Closing his eyes and pressing his head into the relaxing massage he was recieving. Kim Dokja was unexpectantly good at this and it feels very nice.

"No."Kim Namwoon answers. If Hyung likes it then Kim Namwoon would continue growing it out.

Kim Dokja only gives a sound of acknowledgement before finishing up shampooing Kim Namwoon's hair. Letting out a small huff as he leans back, grimacing at the gray and brown bubbles. At least Kim Namwoon would be clean now.

"Where is Yu Junghyeok?"

"Hm? We were over there, at the other side."

The location Kim Namwoon was pointing to was a tall mountain, making Kim Dokja confused.

"There's another hot springs behind the mountain. This one is for women and that is for men"

"Oh."Kim Dokja explains, looking at Kim Namwoon and himself.

He supposed it's alright since it's only them here, and everyone aside from mentor and pupil were men. And said pupil is a dog.

"Okay, time to clean the shampoo off."

Both Kim Namwoon and Breaking the Sky Sword Master turned to Kim Dokja. Tilting their heads in sync making Kim Dokja view Kim Namwoon as a dog. Well, Kim Dokja always viewed the younger similar to that. Like an adult dog acting like a puppy, maybe that's why he and Breaking the Sky Sword Master got along so well.

"I meant Namwoon. Maybe in a few minutes you can clean it off."

"Bark!"

"Close your eyes Namwoon."

Kim Namwoon tenses as he prepares the water to rain down on him. Despite expecting it to be seconds after he did, no water poured on him.

"Hyung?"

Peaking his eyes open, he saw what made Kim Dokja stopped. The angry looking Yu Junghyeok walking over with a puzzled and weirded look. Looking ready to demand an explanation to what is going on even though the situation is pretting clear.

Here we go both sighed, getting ready to be threatened by the regressor.

"You can go wash the shampoo off."

"Bark bark!"

Putting his foot down rather aggressively in front of them, Yu Junghyeok demanded politely.

"What the hell are you doing?'

"Washing Namwoon's hair?"Kim Dokja answers, giving Yu Junghyeok a 'what else am I doing?' look as he tilts the teens head back. Pouring water down the soapy hair strands and washing away the filth that clung to it.

"Why?"

"Why not?"Kim Dokja retorts, shifting his gaze to Kim Namwoon's hair. Focusing on that as he makes sure to wash all the shampoo away.

"It smells good."Kim Namwoon commented, looking up at Kim Dokja which was a funny view. Laughing internally at his own antics as he smiles slightly.

"Jasmine and hyacinth."

"It's nice."

Kim Dokja smiles, feeling proud that he grabbed an item that someone else liked.

"Isn't it? I like dewy scents but not many things have that smell."

"That's unexpected."Kim Namwoon hums thoughtfully, looking at his Hyung as Kim Dokja massages conditioner onto his scalp. Closing his eyes and sighing pleasantly at the relaxing sensation.

"Well, it was the only smell I was accustomed to when I was reading."Kim Dokja explains, his tone having an open softness to it making Kim Namwoon pause.

"That's the first fact I know about you."

Kim Dokja startles as he looks at Yu Junghyeok, whose glare had lessen but he still looks irritated nonetheless. The intense stare making Kim Dokja look away and stare at Kim Namwoon. He had forgotten Yu Junghyeok was here.

"The crazy man is right. I just realized I barely know anything about you except for reading."

「PERSONAL SKILL, FOURTH WALL, IS SHAKING」

"Um..."

「[PERSONAL SKILL, FOURTH WALL, IS SHAKING」

"It's... I'm not an interesting person."

Kim Dokja swallows hard as he tries to steady his thoughts with the help of the Fourth Wall. Letting out a small sigh through his nose as he smiles.

"Don't worry about it. All I ever did was reading."

"What? No way." Kim Namwoon pouts, trying to keep his voice steady to hide his concern.

Hyung was a big liar, and Kim Namwoon did not want to press the subject since it always resulted in Kim Dokja withdrawing some more. Kim Namwoon is curious and worried of course... but seeing Hyung curl away makes the situation even more depression. So, Kim Namwoon has learnt to brush on as if it didn't happen.

"Yeah,"Kim Dokja laughs, face even harder to read. "Reading was my life. Perhaps it's even my fate since my name is 'Dokja'."

"That is funny- ow!"

Kim Namwoon makes a pouty sound as he sits up. Glaring at Kim Dokja as he rubs where his hair was pulled. A couple white strands between Kim Dokja's fingers where he casually wipes them off. All this happening while Yu Junghyeok watches silently with an almost murderouus look.

"Can I help you?" Kim Dokja finally asks the regressor, which he decided to silently sit on a rock near Breaking the Sky Sword Master.

"I'll do what I want."

Of course. The two thought, internally rolling their eyes at the stubborn mans statement.

"What's your favorite flower?" Kim Namwoon decides to ask, needing to give the conditioner some time to set in.

"Hm? Flower?" Kim Dokja questions, calling Breaking the Sky Sword Master over.

Kim Namwoon moves to sit on the rock. Holding his knees to his chest and loosely wrapping his arms around it. Resting the side of his face against his knees as he explains.

"You said you like dewy scents. Isn't dewy like... a flower smell or something? Or is it candles?"

Kim Dokja laughs softly at Kim Namwoon's conclusion, the honest sound making Kim Namwoon smile internally. Hyung sounded nice when he laughs honestly, actually Hyung being honest is always nice. It's rare but Kim Namwoon savours these moments with the closed off man. Watching that same man pour doggy conditioner on Breaking the Sky Sword Master which feels a bit comedic.

It's wild to Kim Namwoon how their relationship started off tense but now feels so familial.

"Are you going to continue sitting there?"Kim Namwoon scowls.

But there's one person where their relationship started off tense and became more tense.

"I said I'd do what I want."Yu Junghyeok scowls back.

Are you serious? Kim Dokja thought exasperatedly, whipping his head when he sees both of them stepping up.

"IF you get dirty AGAIN. I will beat you up and you WILL NOT be allowed inside."

「CONSTELLATION 'PRISONER OF THE GOLDEN HEADBAND' IS CACKLING.」

「CONSTELLATION 'QUEEN OF THE DARKEST SPRING' IS ENCOURAGING YOU TO STAND FIRM.」

「CONSTELLATION 'DEMON-LIKE JUDGE OF FIRE' IS BEGGING YOU TO BE LENIENT.」

"Uriel I love you but I will not let ANYONE filthy be within a fifty mile radius of my personal space."

Notes:

Hope you enjoyed that and it seems I won't be getting my computer soon 🥲

I've literally started writing stories in my notebooks and finished 4 within a span of 2 months. I NEED TO WRITE

Also I won't be typing on my phone because it's a bit uncomfortable- I might just copy and paste my old Transformers wattpad works to here to be active.

Chapter 6: Subway

Summary:

Kim Namwoon and start Kim Com reaches the subway

Notes:

This was supposed to upload two weeks ago but I didn't realize it didn't :D So you get two chapters today.

Also for those curious if you've seen the one shot chapter, the oc in the tags and that will be making an appearance is a constellation. Her modifier is [Angel of Divine Retribution] and she's a companion of Yu Junghyeok. She can remember by looking into memories and recollecting parts that regard her. Also the fact that she's a constellation and is Yu Junghyeok's companion will be explained(I think, as much as I can without spoiling).

"Hmm? No stigma... "

Every round so far as been similar, since it's because of who Yu Junghyeok is, always keeping things mostly the same. It was annoying to always walk on one path when there are multiple, and it seemed that he might be taking a different one this time.

There are very few who can create butterfly effects in Yu Junghyeok's round, the main one being him himself, then the angel who relies on memories to recall, following with the reincarnator who remembers every life.

"Is there another..."

It was odd. Everything was constant until now, even those with the abilities to change things were constant. An anomaly was in this round, but nothing is for sure. Well, it's not like she cares enough to find out. After all, she refuses to entangle with anyone related to that guy now.

"Hm."

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They had reached a tunnel which appeared to be Yu Junghyeok's destination. The man narrowing his eyes and making a small hum before stepping inside, uncaring to the others who were hesitant.

"Should we...?" Yu Sangah asks, fidgeting her hands nervously and hoping there was someone who would share her hesitance.

"He seems to know what he's doing so... we should." Lee Hyunsung stated, also unsure if they should follow the man who so clearly lacks the patience or empathy.

Kim Namwoon would rather not, he feels naked without a sponsor and his only supposed 'sponsor' is probably dead back there. Can he not choose another sponsor now? It was probably too late if he were to think about it logically.

Nodding his head absentmindedly, he follows the adults down into the subway station. The air already having a cleaner colour, which is no colour, and more refreshing to breathe in. Taking deep breaths of fresh-as fresh as subway air can be-air, they followed Yu Junghyeok deeper into the subway system. Cries and growls echoing ominously, unable to tell the difference if it's above ground or below ground.

Kim Namwoon glances at Yu Junghyeok, seeing the man is clearly unfazed by the entire thing. Suspicions gnawing at his mind and he wonders if the others are also feeling weird about the arrogant man. Kim Namwoon has half a mind to ask the man, but fear of being killed wins and so he stays quiet. Just subtly glaring at the back of the handsome man's head and reluctantly following him into the pits of hell, or whatever it is.

He stops by a map, still eyes staring at one point which Kim Namwoon assumes to be Geumho. It could be any other station nearby but judging by the direction he's going it's probably that.

What are they going to do there? Kim Namwoon couldn't help but think about what possible plans the guy had in mind. He probably just killed off the Ahjussi so what would he do to them? Unable to contain his thoughts much longer, Kim Namwoon blatantly asks.

"What did you do to the Ahjussi?"

"Ahjussi?" Yu Sangah murmurs quietly, a mild look of surprise in her expression.

Yu Junghyeok pauses, his head turning to the side almost like he wanted to glance at Kim Namwoon. A small, quiet grunt as if he can't fathom being asked such a thing. "He fell into the Ichthyosaurus's mouth." Yu Junghyeok answers after some pondering.

"Did he 'fell'?" Kim Namwoon asks before he could stop himself, his tone showing blatant suspicion and aggression towards the beast of a man.

Yu Junghyeok only looks back at Kim Namwoon, his eyes cold and apathetic, but there's also a hint of curiosity with them. A silent question pasts to Kim Namwoon, 'Is that a problem?'. Chills going down Kim Namwoon's body and he turns his head away, not wanting to answer the unspoken question. Yes it's a problem cause if he killed the guy when it's not necessary, who's to say he won't kill them?

Yet, Kim Namwoon understands that this man is probably their best choice for survival. So they silently followed him with a looming feeling behind them, on what could've happened to Kim Dokja. Kim Namwoon thinks Yu Junghyeok probably tossed the guy to be snake dinner, like holding a rat to a snake. The idea makes him shudder, wondering if he would be some monster food if the man deems him useless.

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They eventually reached a group of survivors, a man named Cheon Inho being the leader among them. Greeted them warmly but was wary of Yu Junghyeok who gave him a murderous glare.

What the guy did? Kim Namwoon doesn't know, which only made his perspective of Yu Junghyeok that much worse of what it already is. To be fair, Kim Namwoon doesn't like him either. The way he talks and presents himself is so obnoxious, and Kim Namwoon is no stranger to manipulation especially if it's this obvious.

"Do you think we can trust him?" Lee Hyunsung innocently asks once they found an unoccupied corner. Glancing over at Cheon Inho to gesture who he's talking about.

"No." Yu Junghyeok simply answers, much to the relief of the group who didn't want to be at odds in their agreement-

"Where's that guy?" Kim Namwoon answers, doing a finger count. "One two three four five..."

Kim Namwoon counted again, feeling like the number is correct but the gut feeling that something is missing is still there.

"Where's Mr.Han?" Yu Sangah questions, now noticing the missing person giving Kim Namwoon a light bulb moment. He just recalled he excluded himself the first time he counted but included himself this time, which was why he felt as if he counted the correct amount.

They naturally turn to Yu Junghyeok who was already staring at the man talking to Cheon Inho. An unsurprising feeling settling over them at the unexpected but not shocking scene.

"Oh..."

"I'm going to give him a matching black eye..." Kim Namwoon grumbles, making Yu Sangah put a calming hand on his shoulder. He nearly swung his arm at her since he didn't like being touched, but seeing as she wasn't trying to forcefully calm him he reluctantly tolerated it. Huffing as he gives the four-eyed man a nasty look, wondering if he should steal or break the glasses since he's such a nuisance in Kim Namwoon's opinion.

"Leave him." Yu Junghyeok orders, giving Kim Namwoon a pointed look.

What am I, a dog? Kim Namwoon bitterly thought as he looks away. Hating that he has to listen to the arrogant mans orders.

"So... are we supposed to work for him? He said that they have groups that go out for food..." Yu Sangah questions, leaving the implications in the air.

Work for a suspicious man or rely on the suspicious man. Both poisons Kim Namwoon didn't want to take, but if he were to choose a less dangerous one he could take it. "I'd rather not."

Yu Junghyeok gives a quiet grunt and a nod and Kim Namwoon is starting to wonder if he can talk or only bark orders.

"I agree, I don't think it's a good idea to work for him." Lee Hyunsung states, unintentionally showing his military charisma.

What a big ass guy... Kim Namwoon thinks, he still can't get over how a bear of a man is so... innocent? Oblivious? Lee Hyunsung isn't any of that, perhaps a bit timid?

Not conifdent, yep, that's what Kim Namwoon would say.

"So... I guess we're staying here for now." Yu Sangah states, glancing at Yu Junghyeok to gauge his expression before deciding against it. The man is a brick wall, just bricks and nothing special to it.

"Then I'm going to sleep." Kim Namwoon states, going to an empty bench and unceremoniously lays down. He tired and if they want anything they can deal with it, or Yu Junghyeok can.

Notes:

I'll upload every two weeks on either Tuesday or Thursday GMT+ 7 time, though it's not definite.
Also does anyone know how to upload photos onto Ao3?

Heewon appears next chapt.

Chapter 7: Subway Problems

Summary:

Kim Namwoon nearly punches Han Myungoh again and meets Jung Heewon.

It hadn't been a full twenty-four hours before Kim Namwoon got into a fight. Not physically, even if he wanted to, but verbally spatting with Han Myungoh while Lee Hyunsung is putting him in air jail. If only he wasn't light them Lee Hyunsung wouldn't be able to pick him up and easily carry him away before a physical fight broke out.

"Kim Namwoon, please calm down.” Yu Sangah says softly but pleadingly, looking increasingly nervous at the eyes on them. Not that Kim Namwoon cared if anyone was bothered, if they have a problem they can come talk to him about it. "It'll only cause more problems..."

Kim Namwoon huffs quietly, glaring indirectly at Yu Sangah before at the man who'll gladly betray their group for his selfish needs. Kim Namwoon hates people like that even if he's a bit of a selfish person.

"... Put me down." Kim Namwoon relents, patting Lee Hyunsungs arm to gesture him to let go. The army man hesitantly doing so, keeping his arms around Kim Namwoon for a couple seconds to see if Kim Namwoon would try anything.

"Relax!" Kim Namwoon scowls, slapping Lee Hyunsung's arm away from him albeit without much strength. Still it got his point across as the flustered army man backs away from him.

Kim Namwoon could feel an intense stare from below, meeting those brown eyes that are definitely not innocent. Lee Gilyeong staring up at Kim Namwoon with a very straight and judging stare. Kim Namwoon can't tell what the kid is thinking but he's sure he's judging him. "What?"

"Nothing." Lee Gilyeong quickly looks again, glancing at Yu Junghyeok who was simply watching the scene quietly. Also staring at Kim Namwoon but bearing little interest towards the young adult. Perhaps only finding mild entertainment in Kim Namwoon's argument with the geezer before deciding that he's not interested again.

Glancing back at the kid, Kim Namwoon could see a rather darker stare at Yu Junghyeok. Those brown eyes holding a tiny bit of malice, probably resentment from what happened to Kim Dokja. Kim Namwoon prays the Ahjussi is okay, even though logically he's probably dead. Still, it doesn't hurt to wish, something Kim Namwoon does but doesn't put a lot of hope into. Yu Junghyeok returns the kids stare and gives a slight scowl of his own, arrogance pouring from his stance and the way he's silently glaring Lee Gilyeong off. Kim Namwoon doesn't blame the kid for doing so, he would too cause that stare is heavy.

"Feisty aren't you?"

"Hm?"

A woman in a white button up and gray blue pants, her black hair tied into a tight bun and the way she carries herself screams confidence. "Huh?" Kim Namwoon roughly questions, wondering what she wants.

"I like your attitude. I don't like that group very much." She explains, crossing her arms as she stands too close for Kim Namwoon's liking. Giving the gang group a suspicious glare. Though she comes off too friendly for Kim Namwoon's liking, he likes the way she talks.

"I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels off about it." Yu Sangah chimes in softly, rubbing her cheek with her pointer finger. "I'm Yu Sangah."

"Jung Heewon." Jung Heewon introduces, shaking hands with the office woman before at Lee Hyunsung. "You're a big guy, were you some body builder?"

"No! I-I'm Lieutenant Lee Hyunsung!"

What's with this guy? Kim Namwoon thinks, watching as the bear behaves flusteredly and jittery at the simple question.

"Alright, and you're..." Kim Namwoon takes a step back when Jung Heewon leans down to inspect his school jacket. "Kim Namwoon."

"Hmm." Kim Namwoon makes a hum resembling a low growl, not liking the closeness which Jung Heewon understood immediately. Taking a step back from him with an easy smile.

"This is Lee Gilyeong and the man over there is Yu Junghyeok."

Jung Heewon hums as she leans to the side to look over at him, her eyes narrowing as she looks him up and down. "He's quite the looker but his attitude is..."

"Yeah..." Yu Sangah agrees quietly, everyone glancing at Yu Junghyeok who was leaning against the wall and acting brooding. Which didn't last long since he snaps a fierce glare towards their direction, making everyone turn away. The ominous air just looming over their backs, a sign that he's still watching them.

"I don't like him." Kim Namwoon states, uncaring—kinda caring—if the man heard him or not.

"He's intense isn't he?" Jung Heewon sighs, crossing her arms and giving them a pitiful look. Earning a slight nod from Yu Sangah, "Yeah, but he got us here so I'm sure he means well."

Means well? Kim Namwoon gives Yu Sangah a very incredulous look. Glancing between the two of them to get his point across and judging her her nervous laugh, she agrees as well.

"Well, it seems like he won't cause much problems. In fact, he seems to ward off those guys." Jung Heewon looks at the group surrounding Cheon Inho, with Han Myungoh being the most obnoxious in that group. "Those are the major groups."

"Major?" Yu Sangah questions, tilting her head as Lee Hyunsung moves closer to pay attention. It didn't interest Kim Namwoon much but he suppose it's a good idea to listen in.

"We're separated into two groups, major and minor. The major group goes to get food and the minors sometimes go... but most of the casualties that happened are in the minor group."

When Jung Heewon said that, a chill of suspicion ran down the groups spine. The major clearly had weapons and actd like some sort of gang, so there's reason for suspicion.

"So... are we?" Yu Sangah asks, wanting to make sure. "Yes, you're in the minor group."

Jung Heewon then turns her attention to both Lee Hyunsung and Kim Namwoon, "Both of you be careful, they might try to recruit you into their group. They're probably just being careful because of that guy."

Kim Namwoon glances at Yu Junghyeok, who had turned away by now. He suppose it's a good thing to have such an intimidating person in their group. Jung Heewon is an exception because of her confidence, but no one would dare to come close if Yu Junghyeok is around... glaring everyone away.

"I won't join... something just feels off." Lee Hyunsung says, affirmative in his decision to decline.

"Good choice!" Jung Heewon laughs, giving a friendly slap to his buff arm. Then turning her attention to Kim Namwoon, who was disinterested in the who thing. "No."

"Haha, straight forward! You're pretty funny kid."

"What?" Kim Namwoon felt a tic form as he stares at the older woman, who is fearless in his intense angry gaze. "What's your problem?"

"Namwoon!" Yu Sangah lightly scolds, her tone still gentle as she gives Kim Namwoon a slight look. Only getting an angry shrug in return. "She's all up in my personal space."

"Be a bit nicer."

"..." Does she know who he is? Didn't she see him encourage people to murder? Did she get amnesia?

"Don't worry, I don't mind. Honest people like him a nice to have around."

Is it? Kim Namwoon may not be the brightest bulb in the room but even he knows his character is far from nice.

"Whatever." Kim Namwoon huffs, deciding against thinking too much on Jung Heewon's compliments.

Notes:

I'm getting into Dead By Daylight and I fell in love with an idea I have for Kim Dokja in Dead By Daylight Au. Like, he's not on the survivors team but I have a backstory for him to end up on the killers side. I like the idea of The Huntress taking him in when he's a child and when he grows up he wears a black rabbit mask and is called The Rabbit or something. Let me know if I should do a fun story about this.