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Enchanted Bond (loving you till dawn)

Chapter 3 The Strangers Shadow

Word Count: 878    |    Released on: 31/01/2025

coaxing her awake. She stretched lazily, her body still heavy with the remnants of an uneasy sleep

o dispel the feeling. Maybe

interrupted

" Ji-yeon's voice ca

n," Mia repli

akfast. "I thought you might want to eat

end's thoughtfulness. "Thanks,

said with a grin. "But eat quickly. Oppa

-ho wants to take

y avoids spending too much time with people, even

"I don't think that's it

nowingly but didn

-

y a comfortable silence. Mia watched the cityscape blur into the co

Mia asked, unable to

said simply, his eyes

e's taking us to a spot we used to visit as kids. It'

in-ho. "Thanks

his expression unreadable. "I

-

iver. A wooden pavilion stood at the edge, shaded by cherry

d, stepping out of the ca

crossed. "It's a quiet place

Mia and Min-ho alone. An awkward silence sett

g out for me last nig

"It's my job to protect people. But... you'r

t. I've never had anyone be so...

compliment. "You should always be cautiou

own Mia's spine. "Do you

n't know. But until I'm

her trust in

-

d toward a nearby trail. Something about the quiet

called. "Where

ake a quick look!

efore a voice stoppe

ul day,

ing, with sharp features and a confident smile. His dark eyes seemed to bore

said cautiously. "Sorry

ize. I didn't mean to startle you. Y

," Mia said, her instincts

said, his smile widening. "I'm

k to the car, h

-

Mia's pale face. "Are you okay? Y

ead. "It's noth

idn't buy her excu

y. "I just ran into someon

ering wheel tightened. "

s tall, dark hair, sharp features... I don't know, he

but the tension in hi

-

man's piercing gaze haunted her, and the way he had spo

nto the darkness. A faint movement c

the edge of the stree

ia

ning to see Ji-

scare you," Ji-yeon said.

t the street, but

her voice trembling

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Enchanted Bond (loving you till dawn)
Enchanted Bond (loving you till dawn)
“Mia, a young woman from the United States, embarks on a long-awaited journey to South Korea to visit her childhood friend, Ji-yeon, who had once studied abroad in the U.S. Excited to experience Korean culture and reunite with Ji-yeon's warm family, Mia plans to spend a peaceful few weeks sightseeing and learning about the country. However, her trip takes an unexpected turn when she meets Ji-yeon's older brother, Min-ho, a quiet and disciplined military officer stationed at a nearby base. Min-ho's reserved nature initially intimidates Mia, but beneath his stoic exterior, she senses a deep sense of duty and a hidden vulnerability. Slowly, through quiet moments and small gestures, Mia finds herself drawn to him. Min-ho, though slow to express his feelings, begins to develop a protective and caring affection for Mia. The chemistry between them becomes undeniable, though both are hesitant to act on it due to the short-term nature of Mia's stay. Just as their relationship begins to bloom, Mia's idyllic visit to Korea takes a darker turn. A mysterious man starts appearing in Mia's life, lurking in the shadows and watching her from a distance. She first encounters him after an evening out with Ji-yeon and Min-ho, and his presence sends a chill down her spine. Min-ho, sensing danger, grows increasingly protective of Mia, but his duties at the military base pull him away more often than either of them would like. Unbeknownst to Mia, this man is no ordinary stalker. The stranger is a powerful enchanter, a man from Min-ho's past who harbors a deep and bitter resentment toward the soldier. Driven by jealousy and twisted desire, the enchanter-revealed to be named Do-hyun-covets what Min-ho holds dear. His obsession soon turns to Mia, whom he views as the perfect tool to exact his revenge. Do-hyun kidnaps Mia, using his dark magic to enchant her mind and force her into submission. Mia becomes trapped in a mental and emotional prison, where her will is bent to Do-hyun's desires. She fights to retain her memories of Min-ho, but the enchantment grows stronger with each passing day, erasing her love for him and replacing it with an artificial bond to Do-hyun. Meanwhile, Min-ho is devastated by Mia's disappearance. He rallies his comrades in the military, determined to find her and bring her home. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers Do-hyun's true identity-a former military officer who once served alongside him but turned rogue after delving into forbidden dark magic. Do-hyun's hatred for Min-ho stems from a time when Min-ho was praised and revered by their superiors, while Do-hyun, ambitious and power-hungry, was cast aside. As Min-ho searches for Mia, Do-hyun continues to manipulate her emotions, drawing her deeper into his web of control. Though physically trapped in Do-hyun's lair, Mia's mind becomes the battleground for the true conflict. She must fight against the enchantment, hold onto the memories of Min-ho, and resist the growing compulsion to love her captor. Min-ho eventually tracks Mia down, but rescuing her is not so simple. The magic that binds her to Do-hyun is powerful, and any attempt to break it risks harming Mia's mind permanently. The final confrontation between Min-ho and Do-hyun is tense and fraught with danger, as Min-ho must not only defeat the man who kidnapped Mia but also find a way to free her from the enchantment. In a climactic battle, Min-ho's determination and love for Mia help break the spell, though the scars of her ordeal remain. Do-hyun is ultimately defeated, but not without leaving a curse that threatens to haunt Min-ho and Mia's future. Mia is physically freed, but emotionally and mentally, she has a long road to recovery ahead.”
1 Chapter 1 A New Journey Begins2 Chapter 2 Sparks in the Shadows3 Chapter 3 The Strangers Shadow4 Chapter 4 A Warning in the Dark5 Chapter 5 The Line Between Fear and Trust6 Chapter 6 The Threat Unveiled7 Chapter 7 Shadows in the Dark8 Chapter 8 Whispers of the Past9 Chapter 9 Pieces of the Puzzle10 Chapter 10 Unseen Threads11 Chapter 11 Shadows in the Dark12 Chapter 12 The Trap Tightens13 Chapter 13 A Dangerous Decision14 Chapter 14 Into the Lion's Den15 Chapter 15 Shadows of the Past16 Chapter 16 The Dangerous Meeting17 Chapter 17 Lies and Loyalty18 Chapter 18 Shadows of the Past