The air stiffened, but the light delicate feel still effortlessly seeping out of the cracks. A gentle glow was now very apparent, spewing out from a singular body. Its pinkish, blueish tone, resembling the earth as well. The green wrapped around her frame, engulfing her with sprouts. Wind hushed the sky in soft little whispers, the energy of her power swooshing the surroundings. The two figures stood before eachother, in a swirl of battling confusion and fright. Lily petals swormed around her angelic form, the embodiment of elegance. The opposite of the stereotypical witch, dark ugly old hag. Seoyeon, however was sight to behold. The same feeling he felt when looking at Seokjin, or the vampire he'd been trying to locate for quite some time now. Taehyung.

"Lord Min? You've summoned me. Why? I presume the royal Kim family asked of you to call me." Seoyeon turned her head slightly, mimicking a questiong gaze, as if to analyze her surroundings. A few things were off, and the air wasn't quite right. She couldn't feel the King's presence. Namjoon nor Seokjin. It wasn't unusually for them to find a way to conceal their presence, but she couldn't feel the youngest of the family, Taehyung which was also odd. That little one was a powerful thing. Always spewing out energy, to his lack of control. "Where is that duo of Kims, the kings?" She asked of Yoongi.

Yoongi frowned. How long had she been away? Time had passed very very quickly it seemed. It's been centuries since the death of the kings Kim Namjoon and Kim Seokjin. Taehyung had just reached the point where his aging would stop, no longer growing. They never found out who did it, Yoongi suspected a witch. No one else could possibly do such a thing. With the power of the Kings anyway.

"Lady Seoyeon—"

The woman waved her hand passively, brushing the air with a soft chuckle. She walked closer to him with a gentle smile. "You don't have to call me this Yoongi, it's just Seoyeon. I've known you long enough by the side of the kings to expect formality." She remembered the man when Namjoon turned him, as she did know the king for quite some time before that. They were good friends, a witch and a vampire. No too common without deal, but surprisingly they met without that. They became close, almost having the resemblance of siblings. She missed them, but their worlds were very different. She lived with nature, he had royalty. Greenery was her kingdom. Her paradise. Seoyeon watched over the magical creatures, and magnificent beings that lived in her wonderous home. Her power strongly wielding a shield around creatures likely to be summoned.

"O-oh, sorry Seoyeon. Time just really escaped me so quickly. It felt right." Yoongi bowed slightly, the hierarchy feeling much larger between the two, almost necessary to do so. She had the power of the kings, she belonged at their side. Standing on a pedestal far too high for him to reach. They weren't the closest, but he remembered seeing her often around Namjoon.

"So, the king?" Seoyeon resumed her question, asking the whereabouts of the king. Her nature itched to find the rest as well, Seokjin and Taehyung. The urge to know the Kim's whereabouts growing more impatient, knowing something didn't feel right. The paper she gave Namjoon was only supposed to be used for emergencies. Yet, he was no where to be seen.

"My L— Seoyeon. The great vampire kings. Namjoon and Seokjin have passed. Centuries ago. Taehyung has long since ascended the throne." Yoongi announced, finally releasing the held information. Uncomfortable with her unknowing the death of old friends, it felt very wrong for him to announce this. But, he needed her help, and he didn't want her dreading their disappearance.

"What?......" Her voice strained and sore, unexpectant of the news. How long had she been away? It felt like days ago she saw Namjoon hugging Seokjin dearly, waving goodbye as she disappeared into a cloud of spoke. The last time she saw them, expecting to see them once more. Eternally. Not once did she come to terms with them ever dying. Surely it wasn't possible. Beings as them? So strong, so determined, so very positive people. Impossible. Someone must've targeted them. Undoubtedly she believed in that chance. But, what exactly did Yoongi need if not for the kings?

"I know this is new for you, but it's been centuries here. Ages. Everyone's found their way. If you don't mind, I really, desperately need your help." The vampire squished his hands tight with a frantic need to just get it over with. He needed a witch. Taehyung, his brother, needed him. That boy never apologized so pathetically, so sadly. Like he failed at something. Leaving a note behind like that? Definitely not the same Taehyung he knew for all these years. He missed his presence. Everyone in the kingdom visibly missed the other vampire's presence. They all slumped when he disappeared, as if to notice the power slipping away.

"What is it?" Seoyeon recovers her shaky stare, a frown slowly drawing away from her face. At least trying to hide it.

"I need a witch, you, to locate someone. Taehyung. There's alot going on right now with him, and I think he's in danger. Somethings off." Yoongi voices his concerns about the younger vampire, his face contorting into stressful frowns as he found the situation often confusing himself. Not sure how to word details, simply because he did not know. The man was helplessly clueless about everything, Taehyung never left any hints, secrets, trials or tips to find him. The other vampire left without a single trace, but he knew nothing could get pass this witch, no matter how hard he tried to conceal it.

"Taehyung? Is he hurt somehow? What's going on? Did someone take him, or? Was it a witch? A powerful being? A council member?" The witch spoke hurriedly. Almost frantic. It was terrifying to come back to a world she though would prosper in her absence, but once she returned suddenly realizing it had fallen apart. Desperate to save the last of her friends world, their son. The call inside of her edged her on, pulled her like a sort of protection.

"I'll tell you everything, but I need you to meet someone first. He's the closest thing possible to Taehyung right now."

"He?"

"Taehyung marked someone."

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The witch and the vampire found their way around the castle, the witch suddenly finding a familiar ease walking with confidence. The walls hadn't changed, the structure all the same. Although the interior had changed very much so. Alot more dark, the crimson fitting of the vampires aesthetic. It saddened her that the castle had lost its bright touch, the heavily inviting feel of spring, a beautiful greenery. This place felt dull. Lacking of some sort. Everyone slumped when they walked, heads not so confidently standing as a normal vampire would. Everything so gloomy. The placed couldn't go on this way, it had to change.

They spun around to a room, she felt the presence of a vampire, newly bred it seemed. Not so new, but just coming of the stages of a newborn. His fresh human blood finally wearing off his body, nearly changed to it's cold vampire bitter touch instead. His aura was however quite gentle, contrasting to his lovely features. He stood protectively in front of another male. This other man had blood pumping throughout his veins. His heart raced, far faster than normal. He was human. But, that feeling of something more. Something more layered dormant inside.The way his posture gave a pleasant show. Tense, and broad. This magnificent creature was elegant. That of the moon. A beauty to that of the princess Luna. Who died far too early.

His aura was strong, yet fragile. That of a young prince. Not so ready to be king. A young heart, she could hear, and feel the warmth he radiated. This man's youth was fresh. Not that of cold, frozen youth, that a vampire possessed. When did the vampire kings allow humans here? In the Underworld? Seoyeon knew the kings were generous souls, and the Underworld was known for its savoring palette. The only coven that didn't promote taking the lives of innocent humans. But, she didn't know they started allowing them in. What else changed? And who is this young man?

The slender, well polished young man with the smell of newly bred vamp filling her senses. The sight of his freshly bleeding irises in its piercing gaze. He hesitantly glances toward Yoongi, not moving to far away from the other man, just enough to get a whiff of her scent, and picture of her frame printed in his memory. He must've been trained well, prepared to fight, scanning his enemy, protecting those close to him. She can't help but wonder about the human behind the newborn, slowly averting her eyes trying to see what's behind him. The newborn notices and follows her gaze, moving his body to keep her eyes from reaching behind his frame. Yoongi crosses before her line of sight before she can scan any further, easing the newborn's posture.

"Seoyeon, this is Jimin. Park Jimin. He's still quite a young vampire, but he's growing well. I'm personally training him." Yoongi announced. He points his hands toward the man, showing who he spoke of. She wondered if this newborn happened to be Taehyungs marked one. But, it didn't seem so. His mark wasn't there, although marks can fade, or become invisible to those without the bond, she should be able to get a glance at it. Especially if its farely fresh, she assumed. Surely if he marked someone centuries ago they'd be far older, there was a newborn and a human that showed no signs of any vast aging. Could Taehyung possibly have marked a human? Bound himself to an unreachable soul?

"Who's this human boy?" Seoyeon asks. Her curiosity blooming, this human sprouted a glow, but he also reeked of death. A darkness that lurked behind his body, attaching itself to his surroundings. Like it fed off of his energy, his light. His aura shines bright, but his human soul was unable to contain and use that energy. The dark mass wondered around the pouring energy, engulfing all of it. Almost as if the darkness had eyes, glaring at her, watching her, warning her. 'He's mine.'

Jungkook snapped his eyes toward her, his body shielded by Jimin. He watched her worriedly, curiously. Who was the woman? She looked magnificent. He didn't feel uneasy around her, momentarily his pain had shifted to a softer dull ache. The stinging pain of Taehyungs disappearance, the stabbing of loneliness. Her presence didn't make him uncomfortable or unsure, quite the contrary. His body wanted to get closer to her, curiosity wandering. But, his mind was strict. Closed of and detached. So broken, he didn't know who to trust anymore. He'd never give himself to another living soul.

He didn't speak. Just watched her in confusion looking at Jimin and Yoongi. Not really knowing if he should speak fo her or not. Not that she seemed to pose a threat, he just wasn't willing to trust anyone at this moment. No one. There are of course a few exceptions, but there aren't many.

"What is your name, human?" Seoyeon directed at him. He spewed Taehyungs smell, energy and emotions. His body was coated with the absence of the vampire king and she wanted to know everything. This human must be very very special. She can see the human turning his neck oddly, as if to hide the mark she not so subtly stared at. Although he said nothing she could see the curiosity in his eyes, the question.

"His name is Jeon Jungkook. King of Goldernia. The humans of course. Taehyung has marked him." Yoongi decides to say instead. He motions toward the back where Jungkook isnt hiding much any longer. Now far too curious to stay hidden despite Jimins displeasure. He slightly flinches at the mention of Taehyung, but he stands broad and his head twists questiongly, probably wondering what all the questions are for. Seoyeon hums in response to Yoongi, keeping her eyes on Jungkook, there is just something more about him that interests her, something that isn't shared.

"Um, Min? Who is this?" Jimin asked. He steps forward confidently to where Yoongi stops him, he isn't hostile just a bit protective. The young vampire isn't to happy with strangers coming around asking fae too many personal questions, especially if they don't know her at all. Not even stories.

"Actually. Who are you? Why are you asking all these questions? And how do you know Yoongi?" He questions Seoyeon directly. Standing forth in her direction, staring her down. He wanted answers, and wasn't down for any pep talks. Enough with the information grab, who the hell is this lady? Why was her aura so familiar, so weird. That tingly feeling that itched his memory appeared. It was starting to annoy him how inviting she was, why he wanted to come closer, why it would feel so natural.

"I am sorry. I must've come off very demanding." She takes her attention of Jungkook momentarily to address Jimin, her eyes piercing into his. He smirks a little. This one's cocky. Vibrant of full of vampire youth. Certainly getting accustomed to his new attire. "My name is Seoyeon. First witch to serve the royal family of Kim's. I am old friends with the late vampire kings. They summon me upon great danger, and I am always here to help. My power is reserved for the royal family only, they are under my protection as promised to the late kings. It has come to my attention that Taehyung, Son of the late vampires kings and new ascended vampire king, is in danger. I am here to be informed, so that I may help. I need to know those I am unfamiliar with, to further provide you with service. Is that all?"

The humans head spiked at the mention of Taehyung, it was such a sore name to him. Sending daggers into his heart, god, it hurt so much! He didn't want her to speak of him. He didn't want to here this danger talk. This isn't what he wanted. Who is she to him? Why must she appear and add wood the growing flame within his shuddering heart?

Jimins eyes glanced toward the human, he could read it all too well. Thoughts not so clear anymore, almost as if he's blocked himself, but they were friends for a very long time and he doesn't need powers to tell what Jungkook felt and was thinking. He looked sick, paled to the skin. Visibly shaken. He reached a hand over to soothe Jungkooks back, who flinched, but began calming himself. Taking deep, shaky breaths. He was doing great, far better than when Taehyung first left. He would hyperventilate at the thought of Taehyung. Scream in his bed at night, searching for Taehyung who was not there.

"That's what I need to speak with you about. We need help locating him." Yoongi announced. Walking closer to the witch while speaking. He gestures frantically with his hands, so very tired of waiting. Going crazy without his brother, needing to know his whereabouts, his health. If Taehyung was even alive still. "I know the kings spoke of you highly. You and your power. It is very important to find Taehyung, to help him."

Seoyeon can see Jungkooks eyes lurking on her. Examining her, asking questions to himself. Confusion and curiosity. The young vampire seemed more worried, facing the same concerns as Yoongi. Maybe this young vampire had a connection to Taehyung. She doesn't feel a trace of a blood bond, but she suspects one from quite some time ago. Anyone Taehyung gets close with has something different about their aura, as if he's this virus or germ latching on to everyone person close to him. Something hovering them, claiming them. It's not as apparent on them all, nothing compared to Jungkook's. The danger she felt when moving closer to the human or just keeping her eyes on too long was far too unsettling for her not to suspect something more. She knows about Taehyungs power, what his kind are told to do. No one knows the limit of a birthed vampire. The late kings spoke so much of their son, worrying for his future, what people who make of him.

"I will surely be willing to help you, but I will need something." Seoyeon faces Yoongi, returning the attention. She puts a finger on her chin, it's very complicated to locate something. Summoning is different, she knows the place they are kept, knows the words to conjure them by heart. Taehyung is a far greater being. Not able to be conjured like magical beasts. She can't just make him appear. She could try a spell, but she needs something else to strengthen it. "I need an item of Taehyungs, maybe his crown or clothing he wears often. Something precious to him."

They all look with a moment of confusion, but Yoongi suggests something, a second gone and the next he's holding something.

"This is something extremely important to him. He doesn't usually let anyone touch it, but it's to find him. I'm sure he wouldn't mind."

The witch takes hold of the weird object. It looks like an angel and a demon at the same time. One wing fluttering with white and light feathers. The other like a bat, dark and ridged. It was thick, and had quite some weight to it, despite its size. A fairly small miniature statue looking thing. Dark and light merging together, how sweet.

She holds it up to the air, examining it carefully. Noticing the wide eyed attention of the other two boys. Intrigued by seeing something Taehyung cared for so much, yet never showed off. It was an odd looking thing, with no clear meaning to why he cared so much for it. So she decided to ask. While still thinking of the perfect spell.

"What does this mean to him?"

"The late kings gifted this to Taehyung as a parting gift. Taehyung found the remains of his parents, while holding this item tightly, his name written on the bottom of the stand. He held onto it ever since. He said it was drenched in the blood of his parents, that their souls would remain in the item, attached to it. He's never went a day without speaking to it. Them."

By this. Surely everyone else in the room is shocked. Not knowing something so little had so much value, so much backstory, grief and pain. It was heartbreaking. Jungkook more shocked that he never noticed, never saw it. Never asked. He always felt responsible for making Taehyung feel whole again, and yet he never knew another side of the vampire that held so much pain. A pain he could never fill. That shallow feeling of being completely useless rises again, and he can't stop it. The pain for so many reasons. He never knew a single person could hurt him in so many ways. Love him. Cherish and care for. But, break, shatter and abandon. If he had an item to show how much his life had been impacted, it would be his own heart.

"That's good, the item is very special to him. I need it to better connect with him, to see and feel where he is. When sharing a connection with someone, you leave behind energy. Spewing energy that is latching onto these things. Whether it is hate or love. That energy latches to these things, and can stick for a very long time. The more you give the more it will show, and it is very good the amount of time he's spent with the object. It means the energy will be far greater." Seoyeon holds the object more kindly, more gently. Knowing the story of the item, it felt almost wrong to hold it. She could feel the devastation and pain radiating from this object. Pouring out long cries.

"You can find him with that?" Jimin asks. He walks slowly over to her, looking back a few times at Jungkook who stays back. Taking a seat on the soft, velvety cotton he turns to face her, watching her murmur small chantings to herself.