Chapter 884
They wore the masks as they exited the hotel and decided to go for a short drive to Lotus Temple (20–30 min away) for a peaceful visit. Even though it says temple,it is not a hindu temple but of Bahai faith. an independent world religion that started in the 19th century in Iran. The Lotus Temple is open to people of all religions (or no religion) for prayer, meditation, or quiet reflection. There are no idols, rituals, or specific religious ceremonies like in a Hindu temple. Its famous lotus-shaped design is symbolic (the lotus represents purity and beauty in many cultures), but it has nothing to do with Hinduism. 5:05 – 5:35 PM – Drive to Lotus Temple They drive towards the Lotus Temple (approximately 25–35 minutes depending on traffic). Ha Yeon looks out the window excitedly and asks, "Mom, is the big flower building really shaped like a lotus?" The guide explains it for the,. 5:40 PM – They reach the Lotus Temple. The white marble petals look beautiful in the golden evening light. There are fewer people compared to daytime, making it calm and spacious. 5:45 – 6:30 PM – Exploring the Lotus Temple They walk around the beautiful gardens surrounding the temple. Ha Yeon is fascinated by the giant lotus shape and keeps pointing at it, saying "It really looks like a flower, Mom!" Eunjun holds Ha Yeon's hand and walks slowly. She feels peaceful inside the open, non-denominational space. She doesn't enter the main prayer hall for any worship but sits quietly on one of the benches in the garden area, watching Ha Yeon play on the grass. Ha Yeon runs around happily in the open lawns and asks innocent questions about the building. Eunjun answers gently without going into religious details. Meanwhile, Sungjun didn't talk much. he just quietly stood by them. Eunjun couldn't help but pay attention to Sungjun, every now and then, most importantly the bruise behind that mask. 6:35 – 6:50 PM – Photos and Quiet Time They take some nice family photos in front of the Lotus Temple. Ha Yeon insists on a photo where she "hugs" the building from far away. Eunjun smiles and takes several pictures with her phone. Under Ha Yeon insistence, Eunjun and Sungjun also took couple photos. 6:55 PM – Leaving Lotus Temple As the sky starts turning orange-pink, they decide to head to a second place for the evening. 7:00 – 7:25 PM – Drive to India Gate They drive to India Gate (about 25 minutes). Ha Yeon is a little tired but still energetic. She leans on Eunjun and asks if they can see more big lights. 7:30 – 8:15 PM – India Gate & Lawns They arrive at India Gate. The monument is beautifully lit up against the night sky. The huge open lawns are full of families enjoying the cool evening breeze. Ha Yeon becomes very happy seeing the open space. She runs around on the grass, laughs, and asks Eunjun and Sungjun to chase her a little. Eunjun joins in for a few minutes, playing gently with her daughter. They buy a small ice cream cup for Ha Yeon from one of the vendors. Eunjun and Sungjun sits on the grass with Ha Yeon, watching the lit-up India Gate while Ha Yeon eats her ice cream. There was a strange peace in the group. 8:20 PM – Heading Back to Hotel As it gets darker and Ha Yeon starts showing signs of tiredness, they decide to return to the hotel. 8:45 – 9:00 PM – Arrival at Hotel They reach the hotel. Ha Yeon is sleepy during the drive back and rests her head on Eunjun's lap. After reaching the hotel, Eunjun told everyone to fresh up and they will come back to the restaurants in half an hour, while the bodyguards and the guide says understood, Sungjun says I'm not going to join you. Eunjun didn't say anything then. She go into room and then sat down, her mood got worsened and she changed the plans, she called the others just order what they want and put the bill on her tab. After the dinner and putting Ha Yeon into sleep, Eunjun tried to sleep but she couldn't sleep. The guilt was eating her. In the end, she left the room and then go to the executive room Sungjun was staying in.She knocked on thedoor a few times until he opened the door. He looked surprised, and asked her, what are you doing here? It's late night. meanwhile, Eunjun saw the swelling is still looking bad. She said move. As he moved, she stepped inside. She then said close the door. As he did, she then said lie down. Sungjun felt thos words set of words were quite misunderstanding but he knew they mean something else. Regardless, he did follow her order like a servant. Eunjun stared at him and then after brief hesitancy, she then reached out into the pocket and took out an liquid and syringe and a needle from her pocket. The liquid isn't colorless like normal injections. It was bluish and also it was glowing and blinking like there are thousand fireflies inside of it. Sungjun's eyes widneed in realization, that's… Eunjun replied with a straightface. It's Energon particles. Sungjun was surprised, but that's impossible. The trials were failed, didn't they? Eunjun replied Yes, you can say so. But over time, due to some variant mutation, it got succeeded. I accidentally created the prototype miracle drug. The prototype was then diluted into ten portions to reduce their potency so that they would lose the ability to fuse with the human's DNA and merely fuse with cells temporarily. Seven were already used and this is the eight. Eunjun said while she attached the needle to the syringe and then begin to extract the liquid from the bottle. Sungjun then said you dont need to waste such a precious item on me. Eunjun said It's my propety, I do whatever I want with it. Now shut your mouth and close your eyes. As he did so, Eunjun then used the cotton and then inserted the miracle drug into his bruised cheek and then she told him to grab the cotton. As he grabbed the cotton the particles were slowy entered his mouth. Eunjun then said dont eat or drink anything for the next 6 hours, no matter how much you were hungry or had the thirst. Eunjun looked at her watch and then said, now the time is 10:12. I will set up an alarm beforehand and come here at 4 a.m., you put an alarm then too. After that, I will then use the extraction process. After doing that, there will be quite a bit of pain, we just need to apply a soothing cream over the affected area and let it rest for another 3 hours, So, by 7:30 breakfast time, you will be as good as new. With this, we are even and I hope you also be thankful about it and not try any shenanigans on purpose to play around. Eunjun then turned around and about to walk away. Sungjun grabbed her arm.Hmm? As Eunjun looked at him, Sungjun slowly got up wiht her support and then hugged her, taking her by surprise. Just as she was about to push him away, he said thank you in a sincere tone. I truly mean it. Today, I was so worried abot not being able to show my face to Ksenia until the day you leave. And Sorry again. Eunjun didn't push him away and slowly said alright… you sleep. I need to go back to Ha Yeon. As he freed her, Eunjun then left the room. When she stepped outside, She put a hand on her chest, with a warm smile. SHe return to the room and then slept without any worry. Then later, around at 4, she yawned and left the room in sleep walking. She knocked onto the door. He opened it but looked quite miserable and a bit of angry. His cheek swollen even bigger. Eunjun's sleep gone instantly and she laughed, looking at him. He said not funny… he coulnd't properly speak those words either. Eunjun replied dont worry, it is a part of the process. She then begin to insert the needle into the swollen cheek again after looking at the time as it crossed 4:15. She extract lots of impure blood and what not particles… After that, as he hissed in pain, she applied a soothing cream. Eunjun then said it might take 3 hours for another recovery, but the cream only stays for anther 15 mintes., after that, shower. We are leaving for Agra by 5 o'clock. Sungjun nodded.As Eunjun about to leave, SUngjun called her this time, Eunjun-ah, Eunjun turned around, Sungjun said thanks again. A couple of hours later, around at 6:45 p,m, the plane landed in Agra and the group went to taj mahal. By then, Sungjun looked as good as new. In fact, Ha Yeon commented that he looked even younger like he grew younger by a few years overnight. Sungjun just joked along that it is the power of mask, but he abnd Eunjun glanced glances in silence.