How to Seduce a Ghost King
[The Curse of the Golden Dragon]
Five hundred years ago, the Kingdom of Jeon was the jewel of the world. Its Crown Prince, Jungkook, was a warrior of light. But on the night of his coronation, a dark sorceress from the North grew jealous of his beauty and power
She cast a shadow over his heart, turning his blood into ink and his skin into cold marble. The palace was swallowed by a permanent eclipse. To save his people from the darkness, Jungkook made a deal: he would stay locked in the Shadow Mansion forever, feeding on the "spirit energy" of a sacrifice sent once every fifty years.
If he ever falls in love, the curse breaks. If he kills the sacrifice, he lives for another fifty years. For centuries, he has chosen to kill... until the village of Kim sent their greatest trouble.
"Taehyung" was never supposed to come here. He was the son of a fallen noble, known for his sharp tongue and "scandalous" beauty. When his younger brother was chosen as the sacrifice, Taehyung tricked the village elders, dressed in the sacrificial silk robes, and threw himself into the black carriage.
He didn't come here to die. He came here to find a rich husband—even if that husband happened to be a ghost.
(The "Defective" Sacrifice)
Youngest son of a ruined Noble house.
Chaotic, fearless, incredibly sassy, and uses beauty as a weapon.
To live in luxury and tease the Ghost King until he forgets he’s supposed to be scary.
Cursed Emperor of the Jeon Dynasty
Cold, socially awkward (it’s been 500 years), easily flustered, and "accidentally" possessive
To remain cold and distant to protect his heart from breaking the curse... but failing miserably.
Episode 1: A Very Rude Welcome
Taetae
[Taehyung kicks the heavy oak door of the master bedroom. It swings open with a creepy groan.]
Taetae
Dust everywhere Is this a palace or a graveyard?
Taetae
Ghost King? Your delivery is here!
Shadow King
[The massive mirror above the fireplace begins to ripple like water. Deep, violet ink swirls into words.]
Shadow King
Silence, mortal.
Shadow King
You stand in the presence of the Eternal Shadow.Kneel and prepare your soul for the harvest.
Taetae
[Taehyung ignores the mirror and starts poking at a golden vase.]
Taetae
Honey, the only thing you're harvesting is a lawsuit for the state of these floors.And I don't kneel for anyone.My knees are far too bony for cold stone.Got a cushion?
[The room temperature drops by twenty degrees. The candles flicker out.]
Shadow King
Do you not realize where you are?
Shadow King
I am the King who forgot mercy.
I am the beast that the world fears.
In one hour, I will drain the life from your veins to keep my lanterns lit
[Taehyung walks right up to the mirror. He leans in so close his breath fogs the glass.]
Taetae
"Drain the life"?
Is that a pick-up line?
Because it's a bit aggressive for a first date.Also, you have a smudge right here.
Taetae
[Taehyung licks his thumb and wipes the mirror surface.]
Shadow King
[A sharp, shocked gasp echoes from the walls.]
Shadow King
YOU LICKED ME?
You just touched the Imperial Vessel with... with spit?
Taetae
It was a smudge! It was bothering me! And if you're so "Imperial," why is your handwriting so messy?
Taetae
"Prepare your soul"...
Taetae
Your 'S' looks like a squashed bug.
Practice your calligraphy, Your Majesty. It's embarrassing.
Shadow King
[The ink on the mirror begins to shake. Jungkook is clearly vibrating with rage.]
Shadow King
I will kill you
Shadow King
I will personally manifest a physical hand just to strangle that pretty, insolent neck.
Taetae
[Taehyung smirks and starts unbuttoning the top of his silk robe.]
Taetae
Oh? A physical hand? Will it be warm. Because it's freezing in here.If you're going to touch me, make sure your hands aren't clammy.
I have very sensitive skin.
[The ink disappears for a moment. Then, a single sentence appears in tiny letters.]
Shadow King
What are you doing to your clothes?
Taetae
Taking them off? I’m assuming the "Sacrifice" ritual involves a bath first.
I refuse to be eaten while smelling like a carriage horse
Taetae
Unless... are you watching?
Are you a voyeur King?
[The mirror turns pitch black instantly]
Shadow King
I AM NOT WATCHING.
CLOTHE YOURSELF IMMEDIATELY
Kim Namjoon
My King, I am trying to sleep.
Is the sacrifice dead yet?
Shadow King
HE IS TRYING TO STRIP IN FRONT OF THE SACRED GLASS
Shadow King
GET HIM A ROBE. A THICK ONE. ONE THAT COVERS EVERYTHING FROM HIS CHIN TO HIS ANKLES.
[Taehyung laughs loudly, the sound echoing through the empty halls.]
Taetae
Make it silk, Joonie!
And tell your King that if he wants me to stop, he has to come out and make me!
Taetae
Otherwise, I might just take a nap... naked
[A loud THUD is heard from behind the walls, like someone falling off a chair.]
Shadow King
I hate this one
Shadow King
Namjoon, I hate this one so much.
Taetae
[Taehyung winks at the black mirror] Love you too, Shadow-Kookie! ~
A literal ghost-scholar who is tired of the King’s drama.
Intellectual, clumsy, and the "Dad" of the palace.
Episode 2: The Runaway Bride (Sacrifice)
[Taehyung is sprinting down a dark hallway, holding his long silk robes up so he doesn't trip.]
Taetae
Catch me if you can, Shadow-Kookie!
Your palace is a maze.
Taetae
But I have a great sense of smell.
I smell... expensive tea?
[The wall next to Taehyung’s head ripples with purple ink.]
Shadow King
The floorboards are 500 years old.
You’re going to fall and break your neck. Then I’ll have to harvest a bruised soul.
Taetae
So you do care about my safety! How romantic. Are you blushing again?
I bet you are.
Shadow King
Go back to your room Now.
Taetae
No way. I see a light! Is that a kitchen? Please tell me there’s food
Kim Namjoon
It is the laboratory.
And please don't touch anything.
Most of it is explosive.
Taetae
Namjoon Hyung!
Save me!
Taetae
The King is being a bully
He won't let me explore.
Shadow King
You just met him!
And 'Joonie' earlier?
Where is your respect for the Imperial Court?
Taetae
Respect is for people who provide snacks
[Taehyung bursts into a room filled with glowing blue bottles. Jin is standing there, looking at a mirror.]
[Golden writing appears on the mirror Jin is holding.]
Kim Seok-jin
Jungkook, you didn't tell me he was this pretty. His skin is glowing.
Namjoon, look at him!
Kim Namjoon
I am looking, Jin.
Kim Namjoon
He is currently trying to eat a moonstone. Taehyung, put that down. It’s a laxative
[Taehyung quickly drops the stone.]
Taetae
Jin Hyung! You’re even more handsome than your writing. Are you the one who keeps the King from losing his mind?
Kim Seok-jin
[Jin flips his hair and winks.]
Kim Seok-jin
But it’s a full-time job.
He’s been pouting in the dark for centuries. He needs a hobby. Or a kiss.
[Every mirror in the room suddenly cracks.]
Shadow King
Stay away from him.Taehyung, leave the laboratory. You are distracting my Physician
[Taehyung grabs a grape from Jin’s fruit bowl and winks at a mirror]
Taetae
Jealous, Kookie?
Don't worry. You're still my favorite ghost. Even if you are a grumpy hermit
Shadow King
I am not jealous
Shadow King
I am an Emperor
Shadow King
I am the Shadow—
Taetae
Yeah, yeah.
The Shadow that swallows the sun.
We heard it
Taetae
Hyungs, does he always talk like a villain from a bad play?
Kim Seok-jin
Every Single Day.
Kim Namjoon
It's the dramatic flair. He thinks it's intimidating
Shadow King
I HATE ALL OF YOU
[A dark shadow hand tries to grab Taehyung’s waist to pull him away.]
Taetae
[Taehyung slaps the shadow hand playfully.]
Taetae
No touching on the first date, Kookie!
Buy me dinner first!
Shadow King
[The shadow hand retreats instantly, looking "embarrassed."]
Shadow King
I was just... moving you.
The floor is dusty there
Taetae
Namjoon Hyung, where is the King’s actual room? I want to see if he’s as handsome as you guys
Kim Namjoon
The basement behind the Iron Door.
Kim Namjoon
But be careful...
It’s where the "Darkness" is strongest.
[Taehyung’s eyes light up with mischief]
Taetae
The basement?
Kinky. I’m going!
Shadow King
STAY AWAY FROM THE BASEMENT!
A gorgeous healer who stayed behind because he "loves the drama" (and Namjoon).
Confident, chaotic, and Taehyung’s partner-in-crime.
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