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72 ~ Deliberations
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Guide Me, Claim Me 73 ~ A Way Forward?
The return flight from Geneva was unusually quiet. Even Soo Min, who could always be counted on for a quip or comment, was lost in thought as the jet hummed steadily through the skies. The weight of the International Awakened Association of Guilds’ summit lingered heavily on all of us.We’d managed to secure some level of cooperation among the Guilds, but the tension and political undercurrents made it clear that unity was fragile at best.I leaned back in my seat, staring out the window at the endless expanse of clouds. Minseok was seated beside me, a file open on his lap as he skimmed through the notes we’d compiled during the summit. His calm, methodical demeanor was a constant source of reassurance, but even he looked more tired than usual.“You’ve been quiet,” he remarked without looking up, his voice soft but pointed.I glanced over at him."I'm fine," I said, waving off his concern. "Just thinking.""About what?" He continued to read the report as he asked.I shrugged, glancing
Last Updated : 2024-12-15Guide Me, Claim Me 74 ~ Hotspot In South America
I opened my mouth to respond, but then I remembered that I was still out in the open. I took a deep breath."Hm? What is it?" Minseok asked, looking up from where he sat cross-legged."Oh. No. Nothing. Sorry."I shook my head, trying to clear away the lingering sensation from the kiss.He grinned. "Don't be sorry. Why don't we get back to work first? We can continue elsewhere.""Right."*****When we landed back at the Guild, the team quickly dispersed, each member retreating to their quarters to decompress. I found myself lingering in the common area, staring at the wall monitor displaying a world map dotted with the regions we’d discussed at the summit. The red zones of corruption seemed to pulse ominously, a visual reminder of the enormity of the threat we faced.“You’re brooding again,” Minseok said, his voice pulling me out of my thoughts. He leaned against the doorway, his arms crossed and a faint smile on his lips. “Should I be worried?”“Maybe,” I replied, my tone half-seriou
Last Updated : 2024-12-16Guide Me, Claim Me 75 ~ Shocking Scenario
The flight back to the Korean Guild HQ was meant to be uneventful. The tension of the South American mission was still fresh in everyone’s minds, and the team was uncharacteristically quiet as the jet sliced through the skies. Na Ri sat near the front, absently scrolling through her tablet. Soo Min had taken up the rear, her head leaning against the window, earphones in but no music playing. Hye Jin, ever practical, was already drafting a post-mission report on her laptop.I sat near the middle, Minseok beside me, reviewing the corrupted structure’s schematics one last time. He didn’t say much, but his quiet presence was grounding. The whispers were blessedly silent, though I had a feeling they weren’t gone for good. They were waiting. I could feel it.---It wasn’t until we were thirty minutes from landing that Soo Min’s voice shattered the silence. “Uh... guys?” she called out, her tone hesitant and confused. Na Ri turned, raising an eyebrow. “What now?”“There’s... something—or s
Last Updated : 2024-12-17Guide Me, Claim Me 76 ~ Trust iusues
The turning point came during a routine training session. Jiho had been sitting on the sidelines, watching quietly as the team sparred. Suddenly, without warning, he cried out, his small body convulsing as an invisible force seemed to grip him.“Jiho!” Soo Min screamed, rushing to his side.I was there in an instant, kneeling beside him as his eyes rolled back and his body trembled. The whispers roared in my mind, louder than they’d ever been.**He’s the key. Protect him.**Minseok was beside me, his hands glowing faintly as he tried to stabilize Jiho’s energy. “He’s connected to something,” he said, his voice tense. “Something big.”As Jiho’s convulsions subsided, his eyes fluttered open, locking onto mine. “It’s coming,” he whispered, his voice barely audible. “And you’re the only one who can stop it.”---The weight of Jiho’s words hung heavy over the compound. Director Yoona ordered an immediate lockdown, and the team threw themselves into researching the boy’s connection to the c
Last Updated : 2024-12-18Guide Me, Claim Me 77 ~ Just right or wrong?
The room fell into a stunned silence, Jiho’s words slicing through the tension like a blade. Everyone froze, their eyes snapping to him. He didn’t look frightened, but there was an eerie calm in his expression, a stillness that sent shivers down my spine. “What do you mean, Jiho?” Minseok asked, his voice steady but strained. Jiho raised his gaze to meet ours, his dark eyes holding an unshakable certainty. “It’s here. The corruption—it’s close.” For a moment, nobody moved. Then Minseok sprang into action, issuing commands with the efficiency of a seasoned leader. “Na Ri, secure the perimeter. Hye Jin, monitor any energy spikes. Soo Min, take Jiho somewhere safe. We can’t risk—” “No.” Jiho’s voice was firm, louder than I’d ever heard it. Everyone turned to him in surprise. “You can’t hide me. If you do, it’ll find another way in. It always does.” “What are you talking about?” I asked, stepping closer. “How do you know this?” Jiho hesitated, as if searching for the right words. “I
Last Updated : 2024-12-19Guide Me, Claim Me 78 ~ Beyond Amazing
The compound’s alarm blared the next day, jolting me from a restless sleep. A breach. I rushed to the command center, finding Commander Moon and Dr. Yoona already there.“It’s a group of corrupted Espers,” Commander Moon said grimly. “They’ve broken through the outer defenses.”My heart sank. Corrupted Espers were rare but deadly, their minds twisted and their powers amplified by the same darkness I was fighting.The team mobilized quickly, engaging the intruders near the compound’s perimeter. The battle was chaotic, the corrupted Espers fighting with reckless abandon. I joined the fray, my energy flaring uncontrollably.“Seojin, focus!” Minseok’s voice rang out, anchoring me briefly. But the corruption was too strong. My attacks became wild, destructive, and I could see the fear in my teammates’ eyes.When the battle finally ended, the compound was in shambles. The corrupted Espers were defeated, but the damage was done. The team avoided my gaze, their unease palpable.---That night
Last Updated : 2024-12-20Guide Me, Claim Me 79 ~ Tryouts
After the final session, the trainees dispersed, each saying their goodbyes. Most of them made a point to give me a friendly hug before leaving, which I didn't mind at all. Being hugged felt great, and I knew I looked forward to it every day.---The rest of the session passed quickly. By the time the trainees were dismissed, the sun was beginning to dip below the horizon, casting the training grounds in hues of orange and gold. I stood by the edge of the barrier, watching the Espers file out, their laughter and chatter filling the air.Minseok joined me, his hands tucked into his coat pockets. "You’re enjoying this, aren’t you?""Training them? Yeah, it’s not so bad. They’ve got potential." I glanced at him, my tone softening. "And it helps that you’re here."He didn’t respond immediately, but his lips curved into a small smile. "You’ve changed, Seojin. You’re...happier. It’s good to see."I turned to face him fully, leaning casually against the barrier. "That’s your doing, you know.
Last Updated : 2024-12-21Guide Me, Claim Me 1~ My Guide's A Male?
Espers... Guides... What are they? I'm not sure how much I should talk about this topic. My name is Han Seojin. It would probably be best if I didn't say anything at all. But here we go. Let me start from the beginning. Twenty years ago, back when I was still seven and living with my parents, I had a pretty rough time of it after an event that scarred my innocence. I don't want to go over details right now; safe to say, it made me lose trust in males and the world around me. This wasn't a problem unique to everyone; no one would ever want such an experience. The difference between me and most people is that I got help and love to overcome most of my trauma. And not just from my family but from the neighborhood as well. Everything had been a little rosy up until a gate opened somewhere in Seoul and a huge number of monsters poured out. It was all over the news, so it seemed weird to have gone unnoticed, but no one could explain where they'd come from or why they were
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After the final session, the trainees dispersed, each saying their goodbyes. Most of them made a point to give me a friendly hug before leaving, which I didn't mind at all. Being hugged felt great, and I knew I looked forward to it every day.---The rest of the session passed quickly. By the time the trainees were dismissed, the sun was beginning to dip below the horizon, casting the training grounds in hues of orange and gold. I stood by the edge of the barrier, watching the Espers file out, their laughter and chatter filling the air.Minseok joined me, his hands tucked into his coat pockets. "You’re enjoying this, aren’t you?""Training them? Yeah, it’s not so bad. They’ve got potential." I glanced at him, my tone softening. "And it helps that you’re here."He didn’t respond immediately, but his lips curved into a small smile. "You’ve changed, Seojin. You’re...happier. It’s good to see."I turned to face him fully, leaning casually against the barrier. "That’s your doing, you know.
Guide Me, Claim Me 78 ~ Beyond Amazing
The compound’s alarm blared the next day, jolting me from a restless sleep. A breach. I rushed to the command center, finding Commander Moon and Dr. Yoona already there.“It’s a group of corrupted Espers,” Commander Moon said grimly. “They’ve broken through the outer defenses.”My heart sank. Corrupted Espers were rare but deadly, their minds twisted and their powers amplified by the same darkness I was fighting.The team mobilized quickly, engaging the intruders near the compound’s perimeter. The battle was chaotic, the corrupted Espers fighting with reckless abandon. I joined the fray, my energy flaring uncontrollably.“Seojin, focus!” Minseok’s voice rang out, anchoring me briefly. But the corruption was too strong. My attacks became wild, destructive, and I could see the fear in my teammates’ eyes.When the battle finally ended, the compound was in shambles. The corrupted Espers were defeated, but the damage was done. The team avoided my gaze, their unease palpable.---That night
Guide Me, Claim Me 77 ~ Just right or wrong?
The room fell into a stunned silence, Jiho’s words slicing through the tension like a blade. Everyone froze, their eyes snapping to him. He didn’t look frightened, but there was an eerie calm in his expression, a stillness that sent shivers down my spine. “What do you mean, Jiho?” Minseok asked, his voice steady but strained. Jiho raised his gaze to meet ours, his dark eyes holding an unshakable certainty. “It’s here. The corruption—it’s close.” For a moment, nobody moved. Then Minseok sprang into action, issuing commands with the efficiency of a seasoned leader. “Na Ri, secure the perimeter. Hye Jin, monitor any energy spikes. Soo Min, take Jiho somewhere safe. We can’t risk—” “No.” Jiho’s voice was firm, louder than I’d ever heard it. Everyone turned to him in surprise. “You can’t hide me. If you do, it’ll find another way in. It always does.” “What are you talking about?” I asked, stepping closer. “How do you know this?” Jiho hesitated, as if searching for the right words. “I
Guide Me, Claim Me 76 ~ Trust iusues
The turning point came during a routine training session. Jiho had been sitting on the sidelines, watching quietly as the team sparred. Suddenly, without warning, he cried out, his small body convulsing as an invisible force seemed to grip him.“Jiho!” Soo Min screamed, rushing to his side.I was there in an instant, kneeling beside him as his eyes rolled back and his body trembled. The whispers roared in my mind, louder than they’d ever been.**He’s the key. Protect him.**Minseok was beside me, his hands glowing faintly as he tried to stabilize Jiho’s energy. “He’s connected to something,” he said, his voice tense. “Something big.”As Jiho’s convulsions subsided, his eyes fluttered open, locking onto mine. “It’s coming,” he whispered, his voice barely audible. “And you’re the only one who can stop it.”---The weight of Jiho’s words hung heavy over the compound. Director Yoona ordered an immediate lockdown, and the team threw themselves into researching the boy’s connection to the c
Guide Me, Claim Me 75 ~ Shocking Scenario
The flight back to the Korean Guild HQ was meant to be uneventful. The tension of the South American mission was still fresh in everyone’s minds, and the team was uncharacteristically quiet as the jet sliced through the skies. Na Ri sat near the front, absently scrolling through her tablet. Soo Min had taken up the rear, her head leaning against the window, earphones in but no music playing. Hye Jin, ever practical, was already drafting a post-mission report on her laptop.I sat near the middle, Minseok beside me, reviewing the corrupted structure’s schematics one last time. He didn’t say much, but his quiet presence was grounding. The whispers were blessedly silent, though I had a feeling they weren’t gone for good. They were waiting. I could feel it.---It wasn’t until we were thirty minutes from landing that Soo Min’s voice shattered the silence. “Uh... guys?” she called out, her tone hesitant and confused. Na Ri turned, raising an eyebrow. “What now?”“There’s... something—or s
Guide Me, Claim Me 74 ~ Hotspot In South America
I opened my mouth to respond, but then I remembered that I was still out in the open. I took a deep breath."Hm? What is it?" Minseok asked, looking up from where he sat cross-legged."Oh. No. Nothing. Sorry."I shook my head, trying to clear away the lingering sensation from the kiss.He grinned. "Don't be sorry. Why don't we get back to work first? We can continue elsewhere.""Right."*****When we landed back at the Guild, the team quickly dispersed, each member retreating to their quarters to decompress. I found myself lingering in the common area, staring at the wall monitor displaying a world map dotted with the regions we’d discussed at the summit. The red zones of corruption seemed to pulse ominously, a visual reminder of the enormity of the threat we faced.“You’re brooding again,” Minseok said, his voice pulling me out of my thoughts. He leaned against the doorway, his arms crossed and a faint smile on his lips. “Should I be worried?”“Maybe,” I replied, my tone half-seriou
Guide Me, Claim Me 73 ~ A Way Forward?
The return flight from Geneva was unusually quiet. Even Soo Min, who could always be counted on for a quip or comment, was lost in thought as the jet hummed steadily through the skies. The weight of the International Awakened Association of Guilds’ summit lingered heavily on all of us.We’d managed to secure some level of cooperation among the Guilds, but the tension and political undercurrents made it clear that unity was fragile at best.I leaned back in my seat, staring out the window at the endless expanse of clouds. Minseok was seated beside me, a file open on his lap as he skimmed through the notes we’d compiled during the summit. His calm, methodical demeanor was a constant source of reassurance, but even he looked more tired than usual.“You’ve been quiet,” he remarked without looking up, his voice soft but pointed.I glanced over at him."I'm fine," I said, waving off his concern. "Just thinking.""About what?" He continued to read the report as he asked.I shrugged, glancing
Guide Me, Claim Me 72 ~ Deliberations
"I understand your concerns," she began, her voice calm and clear. "But please, let us not forget that this is still a diplomatic conference. If we were to use violence here, our reputation would be ruined. The entire world will think we're barbarous savages." She paused, looking around the table. "...Our first priority must be to secure peace. At the moment, we have no guarantee that we'll succeed in that goal. Should we fail, however, we cannot allow ourselves to fall victim to panic or fear. Once we've made our decision, we must execute it swiftly and decisively. Above all else, we must avoid letting our emotions dictate our actions. This will require both caution and courage. Let us keep in mind those qualities as we move forward." After a few moments, the delegates fell silent. "And so," Director Yoon concluded, "our final decision is to strike at these monsters while they are still weak and unprepared. In other words, we will attack and defeat them before a gate appears r
Guide Me, Claim Me 71 ~ A Valuable Asset
Soo Min puffed out her chest and straightened. "Very well, then."Her voice was loud enough to drown out the voices of the other guests.They assigned us a reserved table at the very front of the room, right next to the podium. It was just large enough to fit six people comfortably."You can't sit like that," Hye Jin said quietly, her voice laced with warning.She'd already taken off her coat and placed it neatly on the seat beside her. She folded her hands atop the table, making sure her fingers didn't touch any part of the surface. Her posture was perfect, head held high.It was a stance that spoke volumes about how confident she was in her own strength.Soo Min, however, sat slouched so far forward that her elbows rested on the table. She toyed absently with her cup of coffee, taking small sips without ever looking up at anyone.I could see the muscles in her face tense up as she desperately tried to project a cool, collected impression.She was trying too hard, which made it worse
