SURVIVORS AND UNDEAD

As Eunhye's frantic knocks echoed through the silent halls of the mansion, Sae Joon Hyun wasted no time in unbarring the door and pulling her inside. With a sense of relief, Jaeyeon quickly shut the door behind her, the heavy thud of wood against wood sealing them off from the outside world once more.

"Eunhye!" Yuri exclaimed, her voice filled with a mixture of joy and concern as she ran towards her friend, pulling her into a tight embrace.

"Seonsangnim," Eunhye whispered, her voice choked with emotion as she held Yuri close.

Sae Joon Hyun's brow furrowed in concern as he surveyed them, his eyes scanning Eunhye's face for any signs of injury or distress. "There was no one outside?" he asked, his voice laced with disbelief as he sought to make sense of the empty streets beyond the mansion.

Eunhye shook her head, her expression haunted as she clung to Yuri's warm embrace. "How is that possible... ugh. What do we do now?" Sae Joon Hyun muttered, his frustration evident in the furrow of his brow as he struggled to come to terms with their dire situation.

But even amidst the chaos and uncertainty, Eunhye remained resolute, her voice steady as she wiped away her tears and those of her friend. "Someone must have survived. We should find out what's really going on out there," she replied, her tone firm with determination as she looked towards her companions for support.

In the dim light of the room, their faces were drawn and weary, the weight of their shared ordeal etched into every line and furrow.

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[Seoul main streets. South Korea
Same time
Same date]

In the heart of Seoul's bustling streets, amidst the chaos and desperation that gripped the city, a young man and woman found themselves locked in a harrowing battle for survival.

The young woman, Minji, stood tall and resolute, her features sharp and determined beneath the dim glow of the streetlights. With her ebony hair pulled back into a tight ponytail and her eyes blazing with determination, she exuded an aura of strength and resilience. Clad in a black thin strap slip, green joggers, and white sneakers, with a blue jacket tied around her waist, she moved with purpose and grace, her every movement calculated and precise.

By her side stood Young, his features drawn and tense with fear as he clung tightly to Minji's waist. Dressed in an all-white hoodie, pants, and shoes, he seemed to shrink under the weight of the danger that surrounded them, his expression a mask of desperation and uncertainty.

"Oh my god. Just shut up already, Young! What kind of a boyfriend are you sending your girl in the front lines!" Minji yelled at him, her voice tinged with frustration as she continued to fire at the approaching horde of creatures. Despite the chaos unfolding around them, her gaze remained focused and determined, her resolve unyielding in the face of danger.

"What do you even mean front lines! There are only two of us here," Young protested, his voice trembling with fear as he sought to make sense of their dire situation. His hands shook with adrenaline as he clung tightly to Minji, seeking refuge in her embrace amidst the chaos that threatened to consume them.

But their argument was cut short by the sudden realization of imminent danger. "Ah! Ah! Ah! There are five incoming from the sides! Shoot them, shoot them!!" Young cried out in panic, his eyes wide with terror as he frantically scanned their surroundings.

"Jeez," Minji muttered under her breath, her fingers tightening around the grip of her gun as she took aim at the approaching creatures. With practiced precision, she opened fire, the sound of gunfire echoing through the deserted streets as bullets pierced through the creatures' bodies.

But to Young's horror, the creatures continued to advance, seemingly unfazed by the barrage of bullets raining down upon them. "What the-?! Why are you not killing them?" he cried out, tears streaming down his cheeks as he struggled to comprehend the nightmare unfolding before him.

"They are our people, I can't just keep killing them. The world will be left with no one," Minji explained, her voice heavy with sorrow as she grappled with the moral dilemma.

As the battle raged on around them, Minji and Young found themselves caught in a deadly dance of survival, their love and loyalty tested to the limits as they fought to navigate the treacherous landscape of a world plunged into darkness.

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[Location: Seoul central school.
Classroom A
Same time
Same date]

In the dimly lit classroom, the tension hung heavy in the air, suffocating the three survivors huddled together. Ji-hoon, with his rugged good looks and sharp features, stood at the center of the room, his eyes darting around nervously as he clutched the ropes from within the shelves. His hands trembled with anxiety, betraying the fear that lurked beneath his confident exterior.

Charyeong, the epitome of grace and beauty, leaned against a desk with an air of calm authority. Her delicate features were illuminated by the faint light filtering through the windows, her expression grave. Despite the dire situation, her poise remained unruffled.

Yon, the most enigmatic of the trio, stood near the window, his lithe frame poised for action. His dark hair framed his angular face, and a mischievous glint danced in his eyes, hinting at the maniacal side that lurked beneath his seemingly carefree demeanor. Despite his easygoing facade, there was an undeniable edge to him, a sense of unpredictability that kept his companions on their toes.

"So... What about the food?" Ji-hoon's voice broke the uneasy silence, his tone tinged with apprehension as he looked to his companions for guidance.

"Yon will get it," Charyeong replied coolly, her gaze unwavering as she met Ji-hoon's gaze with steely determination.

"What? Why should I? You get it, Charyeong," Yon retorted, a hint of defiance in his voice, a smirk playing at the corner of his lips.

"But why should I? Ji-hoon asked about it, so he'll get it," Charyeong insisted, her tone firm, her beauty softened by the resolve in her eyes.

"What the? Now it's on me?" Ji-hoon's voice rose in disbelief, his eyes widening with incredulity as he processed the weight of their predicament.

"Yeah, you get it, Ji-hoon. You are amazing at combat from both far and close," Yon remarked, his tone laced with sarcasm, his eyes twinkling with mischief as he pushed the responsibility onto his friend.

"Don't reason with me, Yon. I get where this is going. But we are already just three people. I don't want to end up dead," Ji-hoon snapped, his voice tinged with fear, his handsome features contorted with worry as he contemplated their precarious situation.

"He's right," Charyeong interjected, her voice calm but firm, her beauty accentuated by the strength of her conviction. "Let's go together, Yon. The canteen is on the first floor. If we use a rope through the window, we can get in, and it won't make any noise either."

Ji-hoon moved with haste, grabbing the ropes and handing them to Charyeong, his movements frantic with urgency. Charyeong skillfully tied knots on the ropes, her slender fingers working swiftly as she secured them one after the other, her beauty illuminated by the soft glow of the moonlight filtering through the window.

Together, they hoisted the makeshift structure and tossed it out the window, the ropes dangling precariously from the ledge. Yon's eyes sparkled with excitement as he prepared to make his descent, his adrenaline pumping in anticipation of the unknown.

"Yon is the most flexible one here. Will you mind jumping out first?" Ji-hoon's voice wavered, his eyes flickering with uncertainty as he looked to his friend for reassurance.

Without a word, Yon leaped out the window, his lithe form disappearing into the darkness below, his laughter echoing faintly in the night. Ji-hoon flinched, blinking rapidly as he watched Yon's descent, his heart pounding in his chest as he braced himself for what lay ahead.

Rushing towards the window, he peered anxiously into the night, his voice trembling with concern. "A-are you okay?" he stammered, his eyes searching the darkness below for any sign of his friend.

"Yeah, yeah~" Yon's voice floated up from below, his tone nonchalant, his laughter mingling with the sound of the wind as it whipped through the night.

"What do you see, Yon?" Charyeong's voice cut through the silence, her eyes fixed on Yon's figure below as she awaited his report.

"Hm... no creatures in the classes below ours... oh?" Yon's voice trailed off, his tone suddenly intrigued, his eyes narrowing as he spotted something unexpected.

"What? What is it?" Ji-hoon's voice rose in panic, his heart racing as he awaited Yon's response, his mind racing with possibilities.

"One of the classes has the lights turned on..." Yon's voice held a note of surprise, his eyes scanning the darkness below for any sign of movement, his mind whirling with the implications of their discovery.

"Someone other than us survived?" Ji-hoon's gaze flickered towards Charyeong, his expression a mix of hope and apprehension as they contemplated the possibility of encountering another survivor in the midst of the chaos that surrounded them.
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[Location: Seoul central school, South Korea
Classroom C
Same time
Same date]

In the desolate confines of the classroom, fear gripped the small group of survivors as they huddled together, their eyes darting nervously towards the window where a figure hung suspended from a rope. Mina, with her rough and disheveled appearance, jumped excitedly, her unkempt hair falling in tangled strands around her face as she peered out into the darkness beyond. Her features were marred by the hardships she had endured, her expression a mix of excitement and trepidation as she spotted the mysterious figure outside.

Jay, a seemingly normal student with an air of quiet determination, stood up from his seat, his gaze fixed on the figure outside. He picked up a wooden stick lying at the end of the room, his movements deliberate as he prepared himself for whatever dangers lurked beyond the safety of their classroom. There was something different about Jay, a sense of strength and resilience that belied his youthful appearance, as if he had faced hardships far beyond his years.

Eugene, timid and cute with his soft-spoken demeanor, nodded in agreement with Jay's caution. His timid gaze flickered towards the window, his heart pounding in his chest as he contemplated the unknown dangers that awaited them outside. Despite his fear, there was a quiet determination in Eugene's eyes, a resolve to do whatever it took to survive in this cruel and unforgiving world.

Minyoung, calm and solemn, slowly lifted her head from where she sat on the floor, her dull eyes reflecting the grim reality of their situation. She trudged towards the window with measured steps, her movements slow and deliberate as she peered out into the darkness. For the first time since their ordeal began, she spoke, her voice soft and hesitant as she identified the figure outside.

"That's... Yon. The acrobat genius," Minyoung uttered, her words hanging heavy in the air as her companions turned to look at her in surprise. It was a rare moment of communication from the quiet girl, a sign of the desperation that gripped them all in the face of impending danger.

Jay looked at Mina in doubt, his brow furrowed with concern, but Eugene sighed in relief, his features relaxing as he recognized their newfound ally. "The more of us, the better. Let me go check," he added, waving at Yon as he prepared to make his descent.

Yon swung on the rope with ease, his lithe form landing gracefully on the sill of their window. He smiled warmly as Eugene approached him, hastily opening the window to allow Yon entry. "Yon!" Eugene exclaimed, relief evident in his voice as he embraced his friend.

"Thank god you made it, Eugene," Yon replied, his voice filled with gratitude as he glanced at Eugene.

"You both know each other?" Mina asked bitterly, her voice tinged with resentment as she eyed Yon with suspicion.

"Yeah, we are from the same class," Eugene replied.

"I am also your classmate, bozo," Mina retorted, her rough exterior betraying the fear that gnawed at her insides.

"Ah, Yon is almost always in practice, so you probably missed him," Eugene explained, his tone apologetic as he tried to diffuse the tension.

"Right," Mina muttered, chewing on her invisibility with a sense of bitterness.

"Oh? Minyoung is here too," Yon exclaimed, skipping towards the quiet girl who had spoken earlier.

She nodded silently, her expression unreadable as she observed the exchange between her classmates.

"You are all from the same class?" Jay asked Mina, surprised by the revelation.

She sighed heavily, her gaze flickering towards the floor as she contemplated their shared fate. "Yeah. Me, Eugene, Minyoung, and him," she replied, her voice tinged with resignation.

"Were you all the only ones who survived?" Yon asked, his eyes scanning the faces of his new companions.

Eugene nodded solemnly. "We ran for our lives in a group of twelve students. But only the four of us made it. What about you?"

"I am with two other people. We were together in the classroom, so we ran out together and made it," Yon replied, his tone tinged with nothing but empty explanation as he recalled his journey upto the confines of the classroom they were hiding in.

"Who are the others with you?" Eugene questioned, his curiosity piqued by the mention of Yon's companions.

"Ji-Hoon and Charyeong," Yon said plainly.

"Oh..? Oh? Ji-Hoon and Charyeong also made it. Wow, I'm glad," Jay exclaimed, relief flooding his features.

"You know them?" Yon asked, surprised by the revelation.

"They are from my class," Jay replied, a sense of camaraderie forming between them as they realized their shared connection.

"Is that so? Coincidences, am I right?" Yon remarked, a smile playing at the corner of his lips as he contemplated the twists of fate that had brought them together.

"Yeah... seriously. I'm so glad," Jay agreed, a sense of relief washing over him as he realized that they were not alone in this nightmare.

"I know him too. He is the captain of the fencing team, right?" Yon asked, his memory jogging as he recalled Ji-Hoon's athletic prowess.

"Oh yeah. He is good at combat," Jay replied, his admiration evident in his voice as he remembered Ji-Hoon's skill with a sword.

"Let's survive together then," Eugene said, looking at Yon.

Minyoung, ever the silent observer, nodded in agreement, her calm demeanor belying the fear that lurked beneath the surface.

"Hm. Not a bad idea. I'll let them know," Yon replied, rushing towards the window and tugging on the rope to signal to his companions above.

With a sense of relief, Charyeong climbed down the rope, followed closely by Ji-Hoon. Soon enough, the entire team was assembled in the classroom, their faces reflecting a mix of exhaustion and determination.

"The problem is food. And the doors won't hold on for long. There are a number of creatures in the other classrooms. We are only seven people," Jay muttered, his voice tinged with worry as he contemplated their grim reality.

Outside the classroom, the school grounds lay shrouded in darkness, the eerie silence broken only by the distant sound of unearthly cries and the shuffling of unseen creatures. From the shadows emerged grotesque figures, their twisted forms illuminated by the faint moonlight. With gnarled limbs and gaping maws, they lurched forward with an insatiable hunger, their eyes glowing with a malevolent light as they searched for prey.

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[Location: Seoul central school, South Korea
Classroom B
Same time
Same date]

Yohan and Hailey sat in front of the barricaded doors, their hearts pounding in their chests as they listened to the haunting moans of the undead that lurked just beyond. The once familiar desks and chairs now served as their only line of defense against the relentless onslaught of the terrifying zombies that threatened to break through at any moment.

Yohan's hands trembled with fear as he stared wide-eyed at the makeshift barricade, his young face pale with terror. His sandy hair was tousled and unkempt, his boyish features contorted with fear as he struggled to contain the rising panic within him.

"Ahhhh!" Yohan screamed, his voice echoing through the silent classroom, the sound of his terror ringing in Hailey's ears.

"Stop screaming, Yohan," Hailey snapped, her tone firm as she turned to glare at her companion. Despite the fear that gnawed at her insides, Hailey remained resolute, her determination shining through the fear in her eyes.

"But... but... we are surrounded, Hailey..." Yohan stammered, his voice trembling with fear as he pointed towards the boarded doors.

"I know that... where are Song and Park?" Hailey demanded, her brow furrowing with concern as she scanned the empty classroom for any sign of their missing companions.

"I don't know... they went to get food, I guess..." Yohan replied, his voice barely above a whisper as he struggled to find his words amidst the chaos that surrounded them.

"Seriously, Yohan. You're the only guy in our group, yet I have to save your butt..." Hailey muttered, frustration evident in her voice as she shook her head in exasperation.

"Sorry... Hailey... I'm trying... but they look so scary..." Yohan muttered, his eyes darting nervously towards the barricaded doors.

"Since you're a year younger, I won't say anything to you. Stay close and do as I say," Hailey said, her voice softening slightly as she reached out to reassure her trembling companion.

Yohan nodded hesitantly, his gaze fixed on Hailey's determined face as he struggled to find the courage to face the horrors that lay ahead.

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[Location: Seoul central school, South Korea
Classroom C
Same time
Same date]

The survivors huddled together, their faces drawn with exhaustion and fear as they listened to the unsettling sounds that echoed through the night. Outside the windows, the darkness loomed like a shroud, concealing the horrors that lurked in the shadows beyond. The once familiar surroundings of the classroom now felt like a prison, their only sanctuary amidst the chaos that had engulfed their world.

"Did you hear that, guys?" Eugene's voice broke the uneasy silence, his gaze fixed on the window as he strained to catch the faintest sound.

"Hear what?" Mina asked, her voice tinged with apprehension as she stood next to him, her eyes scanning the darkness outside.

"I heard someone scream..." Eugene replied, his brow furrowed with concern as he strained to identify the source of the distant cry.

"Really? From where?" Yon inquired, his curiosity piqued by Eugene's words.

"Hm... outside... maybe on the crossroad," Eugene speculated, his voice trailing off as he contemplated the implications of his discovery.

"Hm? There are people who are alive?" Jay's voice cut through the silence, his eyes widening with surprise at the possibility of encountering other survivors amidst the chaos that surrounded them.

"I am sure that was a boy's scream," Eugene affirmed, his tone filled with certainty as he turned to face his companions.

"Oh? What do you have in mind?" Ji-hoon asked, his expression thoughtful as he considered Eugene's suggestion.

"We should go help, right?" Eugene proposed, his voice filled with compassion as he glanced around at his fellow survivors.

Outside, the night air was thick with tension as the survivors braced themselves for the dangers that awaited them beyond the safety of their makeshift sanctuary. The distant sound of the boy's scream echoed through the darkness, a haunting reminder of the fragility of life in a world overrun by the undead.

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[Location: Seoul main streets, South Korea
Same time
Same date]

In the desolate streets, illuminated only by the flickering glow of distant streetlights, the survivors cautiously made their way through the eerie darkness. The once bustling city now lay silent and empty, its streets littered with debris and the remnants of a world that had been torn apart by the relentless onslaught of the undead.

Amidst the rubble and decay, a figure emerged from the shadows, her swollen belly protruding beneath the tattered fabric of her dress. The pregnant woman's face was pale with fear, her eyes wide with terror as she stumbled forward, her hands clutching at her swollen abdomen in a desperate bid to protect her unborn child. Despite the exhaustion that etched lines of weariness onto her features, there was a fierce determination in her eyes, a determination to survive against all odds for the sake of her unborn child.

"Help me..." she pleaded, her voice barely above a whisper as she reached out towards the group of survivors, her eyes brimming with tears.

"Huh? Oh no. Stick close to us. We'll get you out," Eunhye said, her voice filled with compassion as she rushed towards the pregnant woman, her heart heavy with the weight of the horrors that surrounded them.

Sae Joon Hyun, his firearm at the ready, took aim at the creature that snarled menacingly at the pregnant woman, his finger steady on the trigger as he prepared to defend their newfound ally. With a single shot, he dispatched the creature with deadly accuracy, its lifeless body crumpling to the ground in a heap.

"Oh... Wow!" Yuri exclaimed, her voice filled with awe as she watched Sae Joon Hyun's display of marksmanship.

"I thought they don't die because of their strong desire?" Sae Joon Hyun questioned Jaeyeon, his brow furrowed with confusion as he observed the lifeless form of the fallen creature.

Jaeyeon shrugged, his expression thoughtful as he considered Sae Joon Hyun's question. "Maybe his desire wasn't so strong."

"No," the pregnant woman interjected, her voice trembling with emotion as she spoke. "When your desire is not strong enough and you get bitten, you just die right then and there."