BEAUTIFUL DARKNESS

CHAPTER 2

Kan-song walked into his magnificent duplex holding a red umbrella. It was splendid and extremely attractive with luxurious furnished expensive appliances. The interior design was smooth and pleasant. The gorgeous decorations were alluring, and red sofas were neatly arranged to reflect a heartwarming view, filled with natural beauty. At the edge of the sitting room was a large smart TV.

He sat on one of the cushions, exhaled hot air, and tossed the umbrella casually before unbuttoning his suit.

His apprentice rushed in quickly, carrying a tray of vanilla flavoured wine. "You've become too lazy. It seems your work is becoming too hard on you." Mike stated as he served him calmly.

" The past 10,000 years has been a mess. " Kan said as he glanced at him." You're just a mere water spirit. You should get some rest. "

" Ever since you became the high god of the mountains and saved my life from doom. I made up my mind to keenly follow your orders. Mike paused a bit, his voice shaky and distressed.

" Even after the saga, was your temptous and unfathomable love worth the sacrifice? You gave up everything to bring her back, the loss of your outstanding reputation, your world, your glory as a god, everything in your nirvana..."

"Stop being wacky!" Kan-song exclaimed in a distorted yet arrogant voice. "She had to be reborn, I caused the whole saga, and I paid the price. "

Mike shook his head," I'm sorry, young lord, but this was a careless action. The act of rejuvenation occurs randomly. Even if she's reborn, she might be a cat, a dog, an insect, or even a butterfly. would you still love her nature?" He asked with a concerned yet disrespective tone.

Kan's eyes reddened with anger. He raised his face and stared at him with a sudden rush of anger. he clenched his fist tightily before pushing his palm against him, releasing an extremely invisible and indefinite gush of shock waves, instantly slamming Mike unto the wall with a huge force. He fell with a heavy thud and coughed out blood. He was astonished and greatly surprised. Never had he taught his young master cold direct his anger towards him in such a terrible way.

" Don't even mention her in such a disgusted manner. let's assume that all this never occurred, get to work.

Mike stood up and bowed to him before he began his talk. " The mass is demanding a thorough investigation on the account of the senators' death, and the leading investigator is a high rated one known to never quit until she gets what she wants "

"Aishh," Kan- song spoke out, waving at him not to speak further. "That's thrash, a piece of cake. Is there any news from the yin border? "

"Oh yeah, " He replied, nodding. The divine envoy sent her regards. The senator was actually the demon whom you spent 3 years looking for"

Kan smiled and heaved a sigh of relief, "Back to business, " he said, walking around. " How's the investment project. "

" A newly registered company recently contacted us for an investment, so I ran a quick look up and observed their live chart and data overview."

" That should hang jewellery, right? I heard no investment company issued business proposals to them since they are still growing. Are they worth our money?

"In every way, sir."

" Fix an appointment date with them and be sure to schedule a free date. "

"Alright," Mike responded, "

Within a second, kan sensed a dark aura - a strong sinister and malicious feeling. his divine essence picked up a devilish sensation.

" Another demon?"

Kan nodded and smiled. " kids they say are never far from their parents. " He stretched forth his hand magically, controlling the umbrella as it flew straight into his palm, and he gripped it tight. He spinned it in a clockwise direction, transforming his suit into a sharp looking and well - fitted pair of cloth concurrently. The colour of his umbrella changed from red to black. He raised his face high, still the same, as alluring and attractive as it always was. He smiled and walked out while Mike watched him, confused and perplexed.

Jutsu police station, Seoul, Korea

Clara worked tirelessly with deep effort and commitment on her computer system, surfing websites, scanning through Web pages, searching for reliable information, and navigating through social media platforms to get a lead on the culprit

" Do you care for a coffee?" lian, her co-worker asked, dropping a glass of coffee on her desk. " Any news?"

"Not yet, still trying. " Clara replied.

" You worked tirelessly all through the night. You should take some rest. " Bryan spoke out as he entered the hall.

Lian and Bryan exchanged greetings and compliments, smiling and talking to each other. All of a sudden, their attention was caught by Clara's wailing sound.

" I found something! " She exclaimed.

The two quickly rushed to the screen and joined her. She opened a file and navigated through it.

" All the strange deaths we witnessed were similar, including that of the senator. Look keenly. " She said, making some neat gestures. " At every 20 kilometres away from the murder spot, there is always a young man dressed in an expensive suit, walking with style and passion, concealing his identity with different umbrellas but the same embroidery fashion. "

" This must be a joke. " Bryan uttered, feeling surprised, " then he could be the killer. "

" But not a common hitman or serial killer. " Clara added. " we're dealing with someone who's too complicated. His clothes can only be acquired by the top citizens of the country, even a millionaire can't afford it, only a multi - billionaire. " She reversed his walking step before the cameras had a black out. " Look at this. He has a high ego, walks with style, and all manner of honour. " She heaved an inquisitive sigh.

" So... he's not a common hitman. Could he be among a high cult?" lian suggested, they looked at one another.

" She might be right, zoom into the embroidery. " Bryan added.

Clara nodded. She took the step, captured the design, and had it searched across the Web, but there was no information about it.

" This isn't just a case. It's a state of emergency. " Bryan highlighted, shaking his head in panic.

" we'll keep this among ourselves for now. After a thorough investigation, we'll make the higher authorities aware of the situation. " Clara recommend , looking briefly at them.

While they were deciding on an action to take, their thoughts came to a halt as they heard the disoriented voice." Hey! I know who you've been looking for." She shouted. Clara and others looked curiously at themselves, startled. " I!... I know the senators murderer. "