Underworld

"All we have to do is decide is what to do with the time given to us."

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「 Sister of Mine 」

starter for @dalhayoung

He could hear her footsteps rapidly closing in on him as he walked out into the back entrance of their family home. A nostalgic wave hits him, as he remembers being in this sort of scenario with her countless of times when they were children. Hyunshik vividly recalls sneaking his younger sister out of her boring classes just so she could play with him and their oldest brother, only to get caught by the servants and be punished accordingly. Even back then, him and their older brother would take the fall for her, he remembers Hayoung mostly only being sent back to her classes and is given extra lessons as a form of discipline.

This time however, life had plenty of dangerous lessons to teach. All of them, especially the life him and his male relatives have dived into, were teaching he would never want any where near his beloved sister. Turning around, catching her by the shoulder as he looked past over her head to make sure no one was around and following them, Hyunshik then only looks down at her. Their mother always did say they had the same eyes. 

“Be quiet. Not a word,” Swiftly looking around again, he tried to relax his tense body, hoping that if anyone would see them they would not be suspicious of what is going on with the Kim siblings. “You will not open your mouth until I say so. Otherwise, I swear to heavens I will make sure I personally see you back to your rooms in a heart beat.” 

He would eventually have to explain to her, much to his dismay, but it would be in his own terms and in his own territory. He waits impatiently for her to nod, before dragging her back into the stables where he kept his horse and ushering her to ride in silence with him until they get back to his estate. Hyunshik could already feel the throbbing headache building up in his head, he sent a solitary pray that he would not at least disturb his wife from all this commotion. 

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「 Unexpected News 」

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Sooah listens to the doctor’s words carefully, the smile that decorated her features was only getting brighter by each second and her eyes could light up the whole sky with how they were shining from happiness, from love, to the baby in her and to the man who owned her heart. Her eyes only moved away from him for a second as she sees the doctor make his way out of the room before she returns her soft gaze to him, 

Those words made the young woman’s heart flutter, they had been married for a few years already but he could still get such reactions of her with only his words. It was a beautiful and perfect picture, with her on his arms, holding her close there was nothing Sooah couldn’t do. A sweet smile grew on her lips as his warm ones came in contact with hers on a gentle but filled with love kiss. and then a second kiss, both too short for her liking but still smiled brightly at his words before nodding happily “They will be so happy with the news” Just like them were. At his question Sooah took his hand in hers, stroking it gently before leaving a kiss over his knuckles “I am” She said, words wouldn’t do justice to how overjoyed the woman was by the news. “I must have done something great in my other life to be so blessed in this one…I’ve got you, our kids and now this little one who is coming…”

Her eyes reminds him of the bright star lite nights on a cold evening. Shining with pure affection and twinkling with the warmth of hope even in the darkest hours. Hyunshik knows for a fact that he did not deserve this crowning beauty to by his side. It frightened him to his core every time he even thinks about anything horrid could happen to her. 

With a new little one coming their way, their family growing day by day, he felt more motivate and undoubtedly more protective of them. He chuckles at her response, placing a small kiss on the corner of her soft lips, “I am sure they will be. You will have to be more careful when you are playing with them now.” Holding her dearly closer to him, Hyunshik slides his hand down from caressing her cheek to palming her flat stomach. “You’ll have to take care of both of you. We both know how the boys can be a little bit rough.” Reminding her seriously, already knowing that he would have to pull Chanyeol aside to make sure their eldest son would behave and rally their youngest around Sooah. 

“Sweetheart, I am sure you were an angel before this life. What the Gods has done is brought you here to me as my salvation.” Leaning down to playfully grazing his lips on her cheek until he is whispering in her ears. “If I did not know any better, I would say you’re to make an honest man out of your husband, my love.” His destination slowly traveling down the column of her pale soft neck, nipping gently at her unscarred skin. “You’re too good for me Sooah.” 

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the minister of personnel speaks up on behalf of the court, suggesting the need to fill the vacant positions in the government as they can’t stay vacant forever.  though it was quickly decided what to do with the position of the minister of defence, as his deputy quickly assumed his place after an unsaid appointment, there was still the issue of filling the deputy minister’s position.

after some discussion for a few days amongst the upper level officials of the court, a suggestion made to the king, and perhaps a few power moves at play, the minister of personnel hands you an envelope with your new orders - and your new position.  his eyes look bored, but beneath his seeming lack of enthusiasm, there’s a cunning that you just can’t ignore.  you can tell that this position you’re given wasn’t one based simply on good merit and hard work.

as the deputy minister though, the choice is yours.  will you follow in the footsteps of your proud predecessors, or will you allow yourself to be a pawn?

He stared down at the envelope transferred into his palms. The metaphor of the weight of the world pressing down on him never felt so real until that very moment. Hyunshik had worked hard, played his cards right and dance to the tune of the song he so carefully orchestrated, for him not to know what was inside that parcel in his hands. 

The new deputy minister bows his head respectfully and politely, he simply acknowledges his promotion with a formal ‘thank you, I will do my best to protect our own… kingdom.’ before excusing himself to leave the vicinity. The power play and allowing himself to take up the role of the double edge sword, a weapon that would either make or break his everything, suddenly felt so suffocating. 

Hyunshik could not get out of there fast enough. Yet he keeps his composure, his cold calculating mind already enlarging the intricate web of lies and deceit to gain the odds in his favor. The second son of the chief state councilor and the son-in-law of the vice supreme commander Bae, had no time to let his emotions override his current state. For years he had worked tirelessly in front and behind the scenes, for him to simply have a mental breakdown and ruin it all. No, now that not the time to show his weakness. 

Prior to the official announcement, he needed to get to the right people. Writing a handful deciphered mails, he calls upon his trusted right hand - one he knew who would never betray him, to send his message out. Even if he was to be betrayed by the servant or if the letters were to fall into the wrong hands. They would simply read that his youngest son has now learned how to read and write his grandfather’s name, nothing more and nothing less. It would invite them to believe that Hyunshik was nothing but a gullible pawn, a proud foolish young father bragging about his little protege. None of them would ever suspect what his words truly meant unless they were the right people.  

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[trigger warning: blood, death]

[mentioned: @dalsooah | @dalhayoung]

The holy union of matrimony believed to be the beginning of new life and an institutional foundation of the backbone of their society. Especially when it concerns powerful clans bridged by two individuals, despite their own thought and emotional investment on the matter. The very core of their kingdom was forged by such interconnected bonds, that were both a blessing and a curse. Passed on through a tradition from generations to generations. 

Yet, this particular wedding was to be remembered as a horrendous bloodbath. With bodies dropping forward, crimson liquid dripping through the lips of the pale corpses. In the end, it was a reminder that they were all made from the same species; mankind are mortal beings despite their living status. When one is dead, one is simply a lifeless body and nothing more. 

Despite his lack of military training like some of the individuals in the current event, Hyunshik moves swiftly. Taking his youngest son on his back, pulling his eldest in one arm, while the other wrapped around his wife. His family was unhurt but the damage is done through traumatic experience. The young official speedily drags them out of the commotion. He does not trust anyone with his special people, in fact, he orders his servants to follow them along instead of handing the care of his children and wife to them. 

It was a good thing that his immediate family was sat next to each other. The young man saw his father and mother hurl his siblings out of the way, his mother practically dragging the panicked Hayoung out of the event much like what he was doing with his own children. Hyunshik makes eye contact with his father, this is something they were to discuss later. Once their family is safe and out of the horrid situation. 

Times like this, he was merely Kim Hyunshik. A husband and father. Worried for no one else but his own, he pushes and shoves. Turning back only to make sure the servants under his protection is all safely with them. He knew in his heart that his family would be devastated if something were to happen to the people they spend most of their days with. On the other hand, Hyunshik knew these were the moments when he could tell who was loyal to his household. 

Pulling his wife up onto his horse, making sure she held on to their youngest, as he instructs their eldest to hold on tightly to him while he clings on Hyunshik. He rides for their home hard and fast, wanting to take them as far away as soon as possible from what would now be known in history as the red wedding. 

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the cutest, softest, purest, smolest genius programmer → memories of the alhambra ep.13

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if there was a way to politely roll her eyes at her older brother, she would have already. hayoung couldn’t act the way she would with him in the comforts of their home so to let out her frustration with her brother, she only exhaled, trying to keep her composure as there were far too many onlookers. one slip and she would have been branded as an ill-mannered young lady and that was the last thing she wanted; tonight, she must make an impression on the court that she was anything but such as nothing less is to be expected from the chief state councilor's daughter. “in your eyes, i will always be a child, will i?” she grumbled. looking down at her clothes, hayoung suddenly felt self-conscious, smoothing her skirts. “these are rather new. i probably would never get married if i were seen wearing them. heavens forbid.” not getting married would bring so much shame to her and her family and so despite her not being all too thrilled with it, it is something she would willingly do for her family’s sake. “orabeoni, when i get married and live with my husband. will you come and visit me?” the younger sibling asked as she dogges a couple, following her bother’s guidance. if one listened closely, you could hear the sincerity and sort of worry in hayoung’s voice.

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“Yes, you will.” Hyunshik does not hesitate to reply back in a rather straightforward manner. If there was a group of people he was comfortable talking with, in such a blunt way of talking and not fearing he would cause offense. That group of marvelous individuals was his family. Unintentionally and simultaneously, he does end up looking down her clothes at the same time she did. “You’re doing a fine job impersonating your five years old self, sister-- child.”

It was just so much fun to tease her, especially when she gets riled up and has an equally witty, and dry sense of humor. Perhaps it runs in their family, he thought as his gaze moves to where their parents were while still attentively listening to the youngest Kim. He did not expect his light teasing to cause her to worry but Hyunshik does give his sister a curiously look when he finds worry in her voice. “Of course I will, you know I will.” He said with so much conviction, that he hopes she can find the truth in his reassurance. 

“Why has father mentioned anything about you getting married soon?” It was his turn to start worrying. He was a bit overprotective of his family, his younger sister is one of the people that had to deal with his overbearingness most of the time. “He has not mentioned anything in the lights of that, surely he knows you’re not ready yet. Do you know who they want to marry you to, Hayoung?”

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「 Unexpected News 」

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Her eyes moved from the doctor to her beloved husband. A smile growing in her face as she heard the words coming from the doctors mouth. ‘Congratulations my lord.’ was all he needed to say for Sooah to gasp in surprise, her hands covering her mouth as a smile grows behind them. She was right. ‘Lady Sooah is with a child’ The woman could feel her heart beating against her chest from those news, as well as her eyes filled with happy tears. “My love” She spoke while standing up, walking closer while extending her hand for him, trying to reach him. “We are to be parents again.” Sooah took his hand in hers, a loving stare was in her brown orbs as she stared up at him. “Are you happy, my love?”

He blinks rapidly as he lets as the news sinks in. They were not planning for another child, although a rather modern concept or way of thinking to plan for a blessing given by the gods and blessed by their ancestors. Hyunshik had no inkling whatsoever that his wife would be expecting, the senior officer felt a sense of pride and intense love grow even more for his wife. Which he did not think would be an occurrence at all for how deeply he already feels for her. But as always, she surprises him. 

Although his gaze was kept firmly at his wife’s warm honey gaze, he listens attentively at the doctor’s informative instructions. ‘I shall provide Lady Sooah’s lady-in-waiting a list of food and a set of instructions that are suitable for Lady Sooah during this time.’ Hyunshik lets out a solid “Yes, thank you, doctor.” But does not see the man out, Hyunshik was sure that the doctor was smart enough to give him and his wife some well-deserved privacy. As the young father quickly meets his wife in the middle and gather her up in his arms. 

Whispering with familiar intimacy, “You never cease to amaze me, my Sooah.” He leans down, capturing her lips in a  gentle yet promising kiss. With her in his embrace, pressed up flushed against him and with the thought of their family growing further. Hyunshik could positively explode with pride. Nipping his wife’s lower lip, he continues to say “We must tell the boys,” softly giving her a small chaste kiss as he pulls away. “You’re truly wonderful, wife. Tell me, does this news pleases you much like it brings me joy?” 

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“ i feel like a child in clothes far too big for me.”

“You look like a child.” He snorts back, teasing his younger sister as he escorts her from one room to the other. Gaze quickly spotting his wife socialising on the other side of the room, he quickly diverts his attention back to Hayoung. Between his first family - his parents and siblings - and his current one - his wife and sons - Hyunshik thought his work is really caught out for him. He was fat too overprotective of them all and always needed to be aware of everything that is going on their lives, that he is grateful whenever they tell him off his little overworking mind. 

“Are you sure you’re not running around in mother’s clothes again?” Gently grasping her arm as he pulls her closer to avoid a couple who were too focused on themselves then their surroundings. Hyunshik makes a mental note on who the pair was, a curious observation that he might want to exploit later on. Shaking his head, he refocuses his attention back to his sister, while his eyes drifted back towards where his wife was. 

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“ it looks like you’ve had enough to drink.”

“I would argue I have’t had enough.” Hyunshik smirked at one of the military born nobles, that he was actually quite fond of. That’s not to say that the feeling may be mutual or otherwise. But the middle child was not in the gaming mood to find out, especially in such a ‘joyous’ celebration. 

He had nothing against the whole wedding per say, or it even being a political one. If anything Hyunshik finds the whole gathering rather amusing. But to have a mind as wild and always on the go as him, he can not help but to think that all these celebrations despite a proper cause, is truly to hide something bigger. It’s both exciting and frustrating at the same time for the calculating senior officer. 

“Tell you what, I’ll stop drinking if you start having all the drinks that’s being offered to me for the rest of the time.” He dared the man, because Hyunshik might as well have fun. This party was far too formal and he was beyond the point of working. Not really but he did need to stop drinking and in his opinion someone else needed to start. 

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“ will she come to love him, do you think?”

Hyunshik watched the event with what seemed to be bored and uninterested eyes. In reality however he was observing everything with a cold calculated gaze. Events like these, so soon after the Royal Highness’ birthday batch may stir up a few unwanted attention. Rumours and gossips that may seem so mundane but can completely be blown out of proportion if unkept taps on them. 

No that Hyungshik really cared particularly of the petty things that were spread around. But it does him of a greater advantage in the future if he was aware of everything around him. It’ll also silence his constantly buzzing mind. 

His train of thought flattered, but not enough to stop from running. Glancing down at one of the noble ladies beside him, the ministry official silently glance at the celebrated couple. “Maybe in time.” He responds back in a clip manner, “One could only be so lucky to be blessed with such kind of union.” He stops himself from making a snide comment about political marriages, after all it was a royal union. It would be unwise of him to run his mouth, he thought sarcastically. “What do you think?”  

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                                 ・    ・                                                             ・    ・ THESE ARE THE INBOX PROMPTS  for our first royal wedding event! remember your rp karma: try to send as many out as you receive. if necessary, make sure to change pronouns to fit the muse in mind.  these can be used as starters, or just as drabbles - it’s up to you! these will be available to reblog until the end of our event on january 15th.  have fun!

“ i wish i knew you earlier.” “ i heard the princess opposed .. the poor groom.” “ i would look a little happier if i were you.” “ i think i’ll need more wine to get through this.” “ love isn’t all too important, not to us.” “ just the two of us at sunset.” “ will she come to love him, do you think?” “ he deserved better than this.” “ i want to choose you.” “ it looks like you’ve had enough to drink.” “ i need to be somewhere else.” “ don’t you believe there’s someone for everyone?” “ that’s not the way a marriage works.” “ i was so enjoying the silence.” “ she doesn’t look ready for the marriage bed.” “ you look beautiful.” “ your smile looks a little forced.” “ they don’t look very good together, do they?” “ i feel like a child in clothes far too big for me.” “ well? how do i look?” “ one of these days, it’ll be your turn.” “ i wish he would ask for my hand already.” “ would you like to sit with me?” “ no .. i don’t need more time.” “ i have something i’d like to get off my chest.”

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「 Unexpected News 」

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dalsooah‌:

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Sooah’s day was just like any other day, true lately she hadn’t been as good as the previous months but that wasn’t stopping her from doing her usual routine. The feeling of illness was strangely familiar, though she couldn’t place to what so the woman hadn’t mention it a lot not wanting to worry or be the source of stress of her husband.  That morning she had attended her garden and played for a while with her kids only to find herself tired too soon for her own liking.

She had been sitting on her chair, watching her kids play with a  happy smile on her face as she did decorations with the flowers of her garden for the house. It was a lovely view though it was missing an important part, her husband. And as if he had read her thoughts, he walked inside their home. It was such a pleasant surprise to have him home earlier for both the kids and her “Good evening my love, my lord” Sooah greeted Hyunshik before giving a small bow to the doctor as she greeted him. Curious about why he was there, Sooah listened to his explanation, her eyes widening at his words, but she couldn’t deny him anything, leaning her cheek closer to his warm hand smiling tenderly placing her own over his hand. “Alright, my love. Anything for you” She spoke, staring lovingly at him. “Though i promise you everything is alright, you will have me by your side for a thousand years” She spoke while holding his hand gently.  Turning her attention to the doctor once again “Please, my lord, come inside” 

A sigh escapes his lips, followed by a small smile upon hearing her reassuring words. Perhaps he was being too paranoid, glancing pass behind his wife’s crown, his sons eagerly and in such a behaved manner watched over them. He could tell how desperately they wanted to run towards them and see what was going on, especially when Hyunshik had not come directly and greeted them when he arrived. 

Making sure to keep his expression neutral so not to worry their kids, the official playfully winks at his kids. Gesturing for them to continue playing, knowing full well that he’ll have to explain to them what was happening and perhaps a little extra time with them later on in the evening before they went to bed. Following his wife into her receiving area, he stands in the corner. It was common practice leave the patient and physician alone, but the patient happens to be his wife, so common practice did not apply in this situation. 

His patient growing thin before finally asking in a clip manner. “What are your findings doctor?” His gaze holding onto Sooah’s, the action was the only think keeping him both calm and in his place by the corner. 

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“ this calls for a drink.”

He chuckles, eyes still trained on his family. His wife was currently chatting with the oldest princess, while his children ran along not too far from their mother. Hyunshik had excused himself for a few moments, needing to have a quick talk with another official before stumbling upon Byulyi. 

“Does it now?” He retorts, gesturing towards the servant who was handing out drinks. Perfectly timed with what the other man was saying, “did you get a new... look?” Eyes drifting towards the Byulyi’s styled hair, giving his good friend a knowing glance. 

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... okay, I want to apologies for my low activity, both with Hyunshik and Jiyoo OTL I’m not ignoring everyone or any of that sort, but I just started a new job and I’m still trying to figure out the best way to sort my life out >.< Rest assure that I’m extremely determined to keep my muses! My weekends start on Thursday so please expect me to storm down on your dis for plots and a line of my replies/prompt starters to be up by then ^^ 

also welcome to all out new members! I hope you all have fun and if you ever need to plot ( even tho its hella slow ) or simply chat, don’t hesitate to hmu! :>

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「 Unexpected News 」

starter for @dalsooah

Hyunshik had his mindset, that if he worked hard enough during the day by using his time efficiently and cutting through the bullshit system of the government by working with loopholes. He would be able to spend the time at home with his family and less plotting the dismay of the opposition. There were busy days when that method does not work, but there are days that other matters came first. 

He had left home that morning with a weird gut feeling that he should have stayed. The reason because Sooah had not been feeling well, despite the fact that she still seemed to fair well. Perhaps Hyunshik was simply being too overbearing and protective. But not wanting to brush off the strange hunch, he calls for a physician on his way home. 

Greeting their servants as he walks past them and straight to meet his wife, he offers her a gentle smile. “Hello,” stepping forward as he reaches for her, finding comfort by her presences alone, but needing further reassurance. “I have taken the liberty of calling a doctor on my way home. I took the half the day off too.” Hyunshik sounding sober as he places a hand softly against her cheeks. “Humor me and we’ll see what he says alright? I can’t keep going knowing that you are unwell or that there might be something wrong. Please, it’ll calm my mind down, love.” 

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“ i’ll find it empty and cold if you’re not there.”

Unfortunately, a Queen’s procession meant that everyone needed to be in attendance. Hyunshik had been told multiple times by everyone, and by that he meant from his parents to his children and of course his work demanded him too. But it was not until his wife voiced out her thoughts that made him genuinely want to go. 

Hyunshik stood beside her, his mind fully alert on the happening between their surroundings. Their sons running along in the middle of them and Hyunshik for the life of him, could not tell them off to behave. Let them wreak havoc while their father plays serpent for the king and their faction he thought silently to himself absorbing and mentally noting down everyone’s move. 

Just as he allows his children their fun, Hyunshik sneaks a quick glance at his captivating wife. Leaning in to whisper in her ear as he snakes an arm around her tiny waist, “I hope you’re not cold, my lady.” Playing on her words earlier, but also genuinely asking due to the harsh winter they were experiencing. 

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…      ━━━    QUEEN MUNJEONG’S BIRTHDAY SENTENCE PROMPTS    ━━━      … remember your rp karma: send as many as you receive! make sure to change pronouns to fit the muse in mind.  these can be used as starters, or just as drabbles - it’s up to you! these will be available to reblog until the end of our event on december 7th.  have fun!

“ this night turned out to be a disappointment.” “ he / she’s waiting for you.” “ you wouldn’t dare.” “ did you hear what they’re saying about you?” “ this calls for a drink.” “ i don’t recognize anyone here.” “ i didn’t expect to see you here.” “ aren’t these decorations a little much?” “ was it something i said?” “ i can’t see in this light.” “ you look positively lost.” “ i’ll find it empty and cold if you’re not there.” “ i had no idea it was going to lead to this.” “ were you following me?” “ a little out of place, are we?” “ your hands are freezing!” “ why am i here? you know i hate these things.” “ look at you - trying so hard to be all grown up.” “ your smile looks a little forced.” “ they’re continuing to evade you, aren’t they?” “ i almost thought he’d ask for her hand in marriage.” “ that’s one of the worst things i’ve ever seen.” “ avert your eyes.” “ a flower is only as good as its petals.” “ how dare you bring any sort of ugliness or speculation to a beautiful moment?” “ this night will be unforgettable.” “ and what would you do with my name?” “ it’s a small target, but aim for his / her heart.” “ you see how dangerous this is?” “ i’ve waited my whole life for this moment.”