"Clan Gathering"
America
"You said my Grandpa and Uncle want me to go to Korea? Are you serious?" she asked, her voice filled with surprise and confusion.
Sitting across from her, a beautiful blonde-haired woman, her secretary, spoke up. "Yes. Apparently, the patriarch wants to make an important announcement," the woman replied, her tone calm and composed.
The young woman pondered for a moment, her mind racing with thoughts and questions. She considered the implications of this unexpected request. Finally, she made up her mind. "Okay, clear my schedule for this week. I will go to Korea," she said decisively, her voice firm and determined.
For a moment, the secretary observed her boss grinning. She had been with her for a long time and knew that this trip carried significance beyond what was apparent on the surface. She silently wished her boss the best, hoping that whatever awaited her in Korea would bring about positive changes.
~
England
In a lavishly decorated room, a teenage girl sat by the window, her beautiful light blue hair flowing down her shoulders. She stared out into the vast landscape, a hint of boredom evident in her expression.
"I'm so bored," she sighed, her voice filled with frustration.
Suddenly, the door swung open, and her attendant entered, holding something in her hands. The attendant, respectful in her demeanor, approached the young girl.
"Princess Alicia, the Scorpion Guild has sent you a letter," she said, offering the letter to the princess with a slight bow.
Princess Alicia took the letter gently from her attendant, her eyes captivated by the scorpion insignia mark adorning the envelope. Carefully, she opened the letter and began reading its contents, her gaze fixated on the words. After finishing, she placed the letter on the table beside her.
"My uncle wants to gather the whole clan," she murmured to herself, her voice filled with a mix of anticipation and excitement.
Her body trembled with a surge of emotion as she realized the significance of the letter. "Finally! After months of confinement, I'm free!" she exclaimed inwardly, a feeling of joy overwhelming her.
Concerned by the sudden outburst, the attendant asked, "Princess?"
Realizing she had let her emotions slip, Alicia quickly composed herself. "Nothing... Prepare 'that.' I will use it when I arrive in Korea," she said, her tone determined and resolute.
The attendant nodded, her expression reflecting both respect and concern. She left the room, giving Alicia the space she needed to process her newfound freedom. With a smile on her face, Alicia ran her hands through her hair, relishing the taste of liberation.
"I'm finally free!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with elation.
Meanwhile, in Korea
Somewhere in Seoul, a man received a letter similar to the ones delivered to the young woman in America and the princess in England. A smile formed on his face as he held the letter in his hands, his eyes glimmering with anticipation.
"That old fox is finally getting active after many years," he murmured to himself, his voice tinged with a hint of amusement. "I guess I can call everyone and let them know we're ready to return."
Placing the letter on the desk, he placed his hand on his head, his fingers glowing with a faint aura of mana. With a swift motion, he brought his finger down, creating a wide square shape in the air. The mana responded to his touch, transforming into a panel coated with a shimmering layer of mana.
[Clan Notice. Formation. Gather. Back]
Using his unique abilities, he sent a message to the members of his clan, ensuring that only they could receive it. This technique, powered by mana, provided a secure means of communication, impervious to hacking attempts.
However, he knew he had to use it sparingly, as sending worldwide messages consumed a significant amount of mana.
Meanwhile, carefree Jason was peacefully driving on the road when a letter suddenly materialized in front of him, startling him from his reverie.
Surprised, he reached out and picked up the letter, his eyes scanning its contents as his self-driving car continued along its path.
"Let's see... The Patriarch will make an announcement, and... my father wants me to go to his house? Along with Seojun? Why?" he wondered aloud, his voice filled with a mix of curiosity and bewilderment.
Jason pondered the request, his hand resting on his chin as he tried to unravel the mysteries behind his family's intentions.
[Do you have something on your mind, Lord?], Sebas, the self-driving car, asked, his synthesized voice emanating from the car's speakers.
"No, nothing in particular... I can understand why Grandpa is asking me to come back. And why does my father want me to bring Seojun too?" Jason mused, his voice laced with a hint of uncertainty.
[If I may offer an answer from your father's perspective, Lord, I would say, who wouldn't want to see his grandson up close?], Sebas replied, his tone lighthearted.
Jason found the response amusing and burst into laughter. "I can't imagine my father actually saying that. Besides, Sebas, aren't you just an artifact? How do you have a human-like mind?" Jason questioned, genuinely intrigued.
[I was simply designed to be smarter than you. Ahem], the car responded, a hint of pride in its voice.
Jason couldn't help but chuckle at Sebas's remark. Despite the car's advanced capabilities, he still found it hard to believe that an artificial intelligence could possess such human-like qualities. Shaking his head, he decided to let go of his skepticism and focus on the upcoming journey.
"I'm tired of driving. Take me home," Jason said lazily, his voice filled with a hint of exhaustion.
[Understood], Sebas acknowledged, suddenly accelerating the car, catching Jason off guard. The sudden burst of speed caused him to shout, "Not this fast, you crazy car!"
As the day drew to a close, Jason's face was pressed against the back of the seat, his body struggling to cope with the car's exhilarating speed. Despite the wild ride, he couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation building within him, wondering what awaited him and his family in the days to come.
