Crimson Oath
Introduction
Jungkook (Xie Lian), a Rare Alpha who has lost his scent and power three times, has accidentally wandered into the territory of the Supreme Enigma, Taehyung.
Taehyung (Hua Cheng): "Gege, you really shouldn't wander into places like this without a guide. The Alphas here aren't as polite as the ones in your Golden Palace."
Beomgyu (Shi Qingxuan): "Yeonjun-ah! Look at all this food! My brother says Alphas need to eat to keep their pheromones stable. Eat up!"
Yeonjun (He Xuan): Sighs, eyes glowing cold blue. "Beomgyu, I am a True Blood Alpha. I don't need snacks. I need the Alphas who betrayed my family to pay their debts."
Zhang Linghe (Feng Xin): "Jungkook! Get away from him! That Enigma is dangerous. I’ll shoot an arrow through his eye if he touches you again!"
Zhai Xiaowen (Mu Qing): "Oh, put the bow away, Linghe. You’re just annoyed his spiritual pressure makes your knees weak. But Jungkook, seriously—have some self-respect. You're an elite, not a tour guide for ghosts."
Chapter 1: The Stray Alpha and the Scarlet King
Setting: A modern city, but with hidden factions. Alphas, Betas, and Omegas live among regular people. There are also "Enigmas" – beings beyond the known categories, often feared.
Panel 1:
A dark, rainy alleyway at night. Neon signs from nearby shops glow faintly. Jungkook, a young man with soft features but a tired expression, is huddled against a wall, soaked. He smells faintly of rain and something else... a suppressed sadness.
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook (narration): "They call me a 'Rare Alpha.' But what's rare about being lost and alone?"
Panel 2:
Close-up on Jungkook's hand, clutching a worn-out map. His knuckles are white. He shivers.
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: "Another dead end. This city... it’s bigger than I thought."
Panel 3:
A shadow falls over him. A faint scent, like expensive wine and a hint of something dangerous, reaches him. Jungkook looks up, startled.
Page 2
Panel 1:
A figure stands over him, holding a large, crimson umbrella. We only see their silhouette, tall and strong. The umbrella blocks most of the rain from Jungkook.
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Figure (dialogue bubble, calm and deep voice): "You look a little lost, little Alpha."
Panel 2:
Jungkook looks up fully. We see Taehyung for the first time. He has one eye covered by a stray lock of dark hair, or perhaps an elegant eyepatch. His visible eye is a startling crimson. He wears a stylish, dark coat, and there's a faint, alluring smirk on his lips.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "This isn't a good place for strays. Especially not rare ones."
Panel 3:
Close-up on Jungkook's eyes, wide with a mix of fear and a strange curiosity. The scent of Taehyung is stronger now, overwhelming but not hostile. It’s... captivating.
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: "Who... who are you?"
Page 3
Panel 1:
Taehyung lowers his umbrella slightly, revealing more of his face. He’s incredibly handsome, with sharp features and an aura of immense power. He offers a hand to Jungkook.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "They call me the Scarlet King. Or sometimes, the Enigma of the Red City."
Panel 2:
Jungkook hesitates, looking at the outstretched hand. It's gloved, dark leather, strong and elegant.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "Come on. You’re shivering. And you smell like trouble, but also... like home."
Panel 3:
Jungkook slowly reaches out and takes Taehyung's hand. The moment their skin touches, a jolt goes through him. The rain seems to stop around them, almost as if respecting Taehyung's presence.
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook (thought bubble): "Home? What does he mean?"💭
Page 4
Panel 1:
Taehyung pulls Jungkook up with surprising gentleness. He keeps the umbrella over both of them, shielding Jungkook entirely.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "There are things in this city that hunt Alphas like you. Weak ones, strong ones... it doesn't matter. They want your blood, your power, your scent."
Panel 2:
Jungkook clutches his arm, a flicker of pain crossing his face. A faint, almost invisible scar peeks from under his sleeve.
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: "I know. I've... I've been hunted before."
Panel 3:
Taehyung's crimson eye narrows, a hint of steel in his gaze. He steers Jungkook out of the alley.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "Not anymore. Not when you're with me. No one touches what's mine."
The Ghost City. Crimson silk hangs from every roof. The air is thick with the scent of sandalwood and rain.
Chapter 2: The Hidden City and the Golden Omega
Setting: The Crimson District
This is a part of the city that doesn't appear on any GPS. The lights are always red and gold, and the air smells like incense and power.
Page 1
Panel 1:
Taehyung leads Jungkook through a massive traditional gate that looks like it's made of black bone. People in masks bow as they pass. Jungkook looks around in awe.
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: "Where are we? This doesn't look like Seoul anymore."
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "This is my playground, Jungkook. Here, the laws of the 'Council' don't matter. You’re safe from the True Bloods here."
Panel 2:
A blur of bright colors suddenly slams into Jungkook’s side, hugging his arm. It’s Beomgyu, wearing a bright yellow oversized hoodie and a huge grin.
Beomgyu (Shi Qingxuan):
Beomgyu: "Kookie-hyung! You’re finally here! I’ve been waiting for ages!"
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: Startled but smiling. "Beomgyu! I told you to stay at the safe house. How did you find me?"
Panel 3:
Beomgyu sticks his tongue out and looks at Taehyung with zero fear, despite Taehyung being a terrifying Enigma.
Beomgyu (Shi Qingxuan):
Beomgyu: "Your 'scary' friend with the red umbrella sent a message. He said you were looking like a drowned rat, so I brought dry clothes!"
Page 2
Panel 1:
Taehyung looks at Beomgyu with a bored expression, but his eyes are actually kind. He signals to the shadows.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "He’s loud for a Pure Blood Omega. Is he always like this?"
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: "Always. He’s my little brother. He doesn't know how to be quiet."
Panel 2:
From the shadows behind Taehyung, a tall, cold-looking man steps out. It’s Yeonjun. He has sharp eyes and a heavy, dark aura. He looks exhausted and hungry.
Yeonjun (He Xuan)
Yeonjun: "Brother, the border Alphas are complaining again. They say you’re bringing 'strays' into the inner circle."
Panel 3:
Beomgyu is busy digging through a bag of clothes and doesn't see Yeonjun yet. Yeonjun is looking at Taehyung, ignoring the 'loud' Omega for now.
Page 3
Panel 1:
Taehyung puts a hand on Yeonjun’s shoulder. The power difference is clear, even though Yeonjun is a True Blood Alpha.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "Let them complain, Yeonjun. This 'stray' is my guest. And take a break. You look like you haven't eaten in three days."
Yeonjun (He Xuan)
Yeonjun: Voice cold. "I don't need food. I need the Council to stop breathing down our necks."
Panel 2:
Just as Beomgyu turns around to show Jungkook a shirt, Taehyung moves. He steps between Beomgyu and Yeonjun, blocking their view of each other.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "Yeonjun, go handle the North Gate. Now."
Yeonjun (He Xuan)
Yeonjun: "Fine." He turns and vanishes into the dark mist without a second glance.
Panel 3:
Beomgyu blinks, looking at the spot where Yeonjun just was. He tilts his head, sniffing the air.
Beomgyu (Shi Qingxuan):
Beomgyu: "Wait... Kookie-hyung? Did you smell that? It smelled like... cold rain and winter. It was kind of... intense."
Jeon Jungkook (Xie Lian)
Jungkook: "I didn't smell anything but the street food, Gyu. Are you okay?"
Page 4
Panel 1:
Taehyung smiles a very secret, knowing smile. He knows that if a Pure Blood Omega and a True Blood Alpha like Yeonjun meet, the sparks would burn the city down.
Kim Taehyung (Hua Cheng)
Taehyung: "Don't worry about it, little Omega. Just a stray wind. Come, let’s get you both inside before the 'Dominant Alphas' start sniffing around."
Panel 2:
In the distance, on top of a skyscraper, Suga (Pei Ming) is watching them through binoculars, smirking.
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Suga: "An Enigma, a Rare Alpha, and a Pure Blood Omega all in one place? This is going to be the most expensive mess I’ve ever seen. I love it."
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