Ha-joon sat alone in the dimly lit room provided by Mr. Han. The events of the previous night replayed in his mind—the sudden attack, Mr. Han's timely intervention, and the cryptic mention of "Phantom." He glanced at his hands, half-expecting them to glow again. Nothing. Just trembling fingers and a racing heart.
"What is happening to me?" he whispered.
Mr. Han entered, carrying a tray with two steaming cups of tea.
"Drink this," he said, handing one to Ha-joon. "It'll help calm your nerves."
Ha-joon took a sip, the warmth spreading through him.
"That vision you had," Mr. Han began, "it's a memory—though not yours. It's a glimpse into the past, connected to your lineage."
"My lineage?" Ha-joon echoed.
Mr. Han nodded. "Your family has ties to an ancient order, guardians of a power known as the 'Yutehiro.' It's a force that balances light and darkness. The Shadow Syndicate seeks to corrupt it."
Determined to understand and control his newfound abilities, Ha-joon began training under Mr. Han's guidance. Days turned into weeks as he learned to harness the energy within him.
One evening, during meditation, a surge of power erupted, illuminating the room with a brilliant blue flame.
Mr. Han watched, eyes wide. "The Hidden Flame," he murmured. "It's awakening."
Mina arrived in Korea, her presence bringing a sense of comfort to Ha-joon. They spent hours discussing the recent events, trying to piece together the puzzle that was Ha-joon's past and the Shadow Syndicate's motives.
While walking through a crowded market, Ha-joon and Mina were ambushed by members of the Shadow Syndicate. A fierce battle ensued, with Ha-joon tapping into his newly acquired powers to fend off the attackers.
After the battle, Ha-joon experienced a vivid flashback, revealing secrets about his family's history with the 'Yutehiro.' He saw his ancestors battling the Shadow Syndicate, their powers illuminating the darkness.
Determined to protect those he cared about and uncover the truth, Ha-joon decided to fully commit to mastering his powers and confronting the Shadow Syndicate.