King ► N.RK

Chapter 3

As I drifted into a fitful sleep, the weight of uncertainty pressing down upon me like a heavy blanket. Dreams, or perhaps nightmares, danced on the edges of my consciousness, their twisted forms mirroring the turmoil within my mind.

In the murky depths of my subconscious, I found myself standing once again in the opulent halls of the palace, surrounded by shadows that whispered secrets I could not decipher. The air crackled with tension, each breath heavy with the weight of impending doom.

And at the center of it all, stood Nishimura Ni-ki, his gaze piercing through the darkness like a beacon of light in the night. But his eyes held a darkness of their own, a depth of knowledge that sent shivers down my spine.

"You cannot escape your fate," his voice echoed in the caverns of my mind, sending tremors through my very being. "You are bound to this world, just as surely as I am bound to mine."

I tried to speak, to protest against the cruel twists of destiny that had brought me to this place, but my voice faltered, lost amidst the cacophony of chaos that surrounded me.

And then, just as suddenly as it had begun, the dream faded, leaving me gasping for breath in the darkness of my room. Sweat beaded on my brow as I struggled to shake off the lingering tendrils of fear that clung to my consciousness.

But even as I lay there, trembling and uncertain, a quiet resolve began to stir within me. If I was to navigate this treacherous landscape of betrayal and power, I would need to find strength within myself, to trust in my own instincts and forge my own path forward.

With a deep breath, I rose from my bed, the weight of determination settling like a mantle upon my shoulders. Whatever challenges lay ahead, I would face them head-on, armed with the knowledge that I am the one who made this novel.

For better or for worse, the story was mine to write, and I would not let fear or uncertainty hold me back.

As the morning sun cast its golden rays across the city, I found myself drawn to the streets outside the palace walls, the weight of the previous night's events still heavy on my mind. With each step, the familiar sights and sounds of the city greeted me, offering a semblance of normalcy amidst the chaos of my thoughts.

Lost in contemplation, I barely noticed the figure approaching from the opposite direction, his stride confident and purposeful. It was only when we were mere inches apart that I looked up, my heart skipping a beat as I found myself locking eyes with none other than Nishimura Ni-ki. The one whom I don't want to see right now. Not after what i have dream last night it still creep me out.

For a moment, time seemed to stand still as we stood there, mere strangers in the bustling streets of the city. His gaze held a curious intensity, as if he too were grappling with the weight of our shared destiny.

"Forgive me, I didn't mean to startle you," he said, his voice a soothing melody amidst the cacophony of the city. Even though he has a deep voice it was somehow beautiful to hear.

I shook my head, a flush creeping into my cheeks at the unexpected encounter. "No, it's... it's quite all right," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.

There was a pause between us, filled with unspoken words and lingering glances. In that moment, it felt as if the world around us had faded into insignificance, leaving only the two of us standing there, bound together by the threads of fate.

"I... I should be going," I said finally, breaking the silence that hung heavy between us. I needed to stay from him.

Nishimura Ni-ki nodded, his gaze never leaving mine. "Until we meet again," he said, his voice soft yet filled with a sense of inevitability.

As I turned to leave, a sudden gust of wind swept through the street, tousling my hair and sending a chill down my spine. I shivered involuntarily, the sensation drawing Nishimura Ni-ki's attention back to me.

"Are you sure you'll be all right?" he asked, his concern evident in the furrow of his brow.. This shouldn't be happening, I shouldn't be seeing nor talking him since he was supposed to just talk with the female lead which is Lusi.

I forced a small smile, though the warmth of his gaze melted away the chill that had settled within me. "Yes, I'll be fine," I assured him, my voice steadier now.

With a nod, Nishimura Ni-ki stepped back, allowing me to continue on my way. But as I walked, I couldn't shake the feeling of his eyes on me, as if he were watching over me from afar.

Lost in thought, I wandered aimlessly through the streets, the sights and sounds of the city fading into the background as my mind replayed our brief encounter. There was something about Nishimura Ni-ki that intrigued me, a magnetic pull that drew me to him despite the uncertainties that surrounded us.

But amidst the chaos of my emotions, one thing remained clear: our paths were destined to cross again, even if I don't want too since we see living on a same country

As I continued on my way, with my mind having a lot of thoughts , I rounded a corner and stumbled upon a scene that brought me to a sudden halt.

standing in the doorway of a quaint cafe, was Jake, Ni-ki's brother the male lead, his arm draped casually around the waist of a familiar figure - Lusi, the female lead of my novel.

My heart was happily watching them , so this is the place where they secretly meet. I had written their interactions countless times, crafting scenes of romance and longing between them, but seeing them together in the flesh makes me happy knowing that they are a perfect couple.