Haden and Hazel - the names echoed in our minds like a whispered secret. We'd stumbled into something, but what?

And then, it clicked - the file named 'H'. A simple letter, yet a tantalizing clue. The connection was clear: their names, bound together by a single letter.

I scrolled through my mental contacts, trying to connect the dots. Did I sit next to a Dankworth in math class? Was Summer the name of my cousin? Yeah no.

My mind raced, making connections, hypothetical scenarios.

"Did you find something? What happened?" I almost whispered to Jamie who looked disappointed.

"Ugh, I've scoured the entire internet - Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Snapchat, Discord... you name it! But Haden Dankworth and Hazel Summer are literally ghosts online.

Zero posts, zero profiles, zero mentions. It's like they don't exist!

I've tried every possible combo hashtags, tag searches, even reverse image search. Nada.

This is so frustrating! Who doesn't have a social media presence these days?

I even checked on Tinder and Tumblr for that matter." Jamie explained furiously.

"WHAT?! Ugh." I sighed.

"Dude, listen. I've been thinking... What if Haden and Hazel aren't who they say they are? What if those names are, like, covers? Think about it. They show up out of nowhere, no social media presence, no history. It's weird. I'm serious, man. What if they're in some kind of protection program or something? Or maybe they're even, like, government agents.
We need to dig deeper. See if we can find any clues.
You with me on this?" Jesper added.

Jesper's dropped a bombshell, and I'm reeling!

Government agents? What does that even mean? CIA? FBI?

Are we in over our heads? This could get us killed!

What if we're chasing a wild goose? What if Haden and Hazel are just ordinary people?

My heart's racing, and I'm seriously questioning our sanity. What have we gotten ourselves into?

I know this is crazy dangerous, but I just can't quit now. We've come too far, and I need answers. I've been thinking about Haden and Hazel nonstop, and the more I learn, the more questions I have.

But at the same time, I'm worried about my friends. They don't deserve to get dragged into this mess. We're talking government agents, possible conspiracies... it's some serious stuff. I keep thinking about all the what-ifs: What if we get caught? What if someone gets hurt?

I care about them so much, and I want them to have their own lives, not just be stuck dealing with my drama. They've got their own problems, their own struggles. I don't want to add to that. But at the same time, I know they've got my back, no matter what.

It's not fair to them. They deserve better. They deserve to focus on school, on their futures... not on some wild goose chase because of my curiosity. But I know they won't back down. They're in this with me, for better or worse.

I'm torn. Part of me wants to keep going, to uncover the truth, no matter what. But another part wants to protect them, to keep them safe from all this.

Ugh, my mind is a mess. I just wish I knew what to do. Do I keep going, or do I pull back? I know one thing - I need to make sure my friends are safe, no matter what happens next.

"Jesper, chill! You're totally overthinking this. Government agents? Seriously? You sound like you're plotting a Netflix series or something! I know Haden and Hazel are mysterious, but come on, let's not jump to crazy conclusions. We don't even know if they're connected to anything big." I explained. I sounded normal but, I was freaking out. Internally.

Nam Seon Ho

I'm low-key frustrated with Jesper right now. Every time things get intense, he gets super serious and tense. I know Yeha's trying to keep it together, but I can tell she's freaking out inside.

It's annoying, bruh. Doesn't he care about Yeha's feelings? Can't he see she's struggling? Like, why did he mention 'Government agents'.

Lately, Jesper's been acting weird, too. Like, remember when we went to that cabin? He just bailed on Yeha and went inside first. No warning, no nothing. I was shook, no cap.

It's got me wondering: Is Jesper still into Yeha? Has he given up on her? It's like he's pulling away. I'm trying to stay out of it, but it's hard seeing Yeha hurt. What's going on with Jesper, man? I mean shouldn't I be happy? But, for some reason I can't.

Now that I think about it, I've got this crazy urge to snoop around Yeha's house for clues. Something's telling me we'll find something important there.

My parents, especially my dad being the CEO, have always kept me in the loop. They're grooming me to take over the company one day, so I've learned a thing or two about spotting suspicious stuff.

But Yeha's parents are different. They're super laid-back, and Yeha's still figuring out her future plans. I mean, she's got no idea what she wants to do.

That's why I'm thinking, what if Yeha's parents are hiding something? What if there's more to their chill vibe?

I know it sounds wild, but I've got a hunch. And with my detective skills, courtesy of my parents' training, I think I can uncover something.

Dude, I sound like a total agent or detective or something. But, like, a week ago? I was a total mess. I saw Yeha at the café and I was low-key freaking out.

Jesper and I had just gotten into that huge fight, and our friendship was basically done. I was worried about what Yeha thought of me.

And, honestly, I'm trash at talking to girls. But Yeha's always been different. She's like, the one person I can actually be myself around.

But that day at the café? Totally different vibes. I was awkward, she was awkward... it was just weird.

What's wild is that now I'm thinking about snooping around her house for clues. Like, what even is my life?"

"Yeha, can I look around your house?" I asked politely.

"Umm, yeah sure. Hopefully you find something." Yeha replies.

"I don't think that he is trustworthy." Jesper said.

Ugh, you're literally the most infuriating person! I'm, like, a million times more trustworthy than you. You're always swooping in and stealing people's crushes. That's so low.
You think you're some kind of hero, but really, you're just a crush-thief. Newsflash: people don't like that.

Jesper you are annoying, so annoying that I still consider you as my friend. I wish that things could go back to normal. I miss the old days.

"I think that he's quite trustworthy." Yeha replied.

I am proud of this girl.

I'm searching the house with Jamie, while Jesper and Yeha are over there thinking we've got a major mystery on our hands.

These two strangers? Total internet phantoms. No profiles, no mentions... it's wild.

I just realised that I am finding almost every second thing wild these days. Probably because of the situation I am in right now.

5 minutes of searching, found nothing.

Kim Jesper

I know that my thoughts definitely freaked her out and I am definitely not happy about it. But, at the same time, I know how worried Yeha is and how badly she wants to meet her parents so, I am trying to think of all the ways possible.

I'm stuck on the couch with Yeha, trying to wrap my head around this mess. Meanwhile, Seon Ho - who I don't trust as far as I can throw him - is snooping around her house with Jamie.

Seon Ho's been tagging along since the start, but what's his actual purpose? Has he done anything worthwhile?

Feels like Jamie's carrying the load while Seon Ho's just along for the ride. My ego might be talking, but seriously, what's the point of him being here?

Yeha's going through hell, and I'm getting sidetracked? Not cool. Her parents just disappeared, and she needs me. I want to be there for her, support her through this.

She's going through hell, and I want to be there for her -as a friend, at least. Who else will support her if I don't?

Okay, Jesper, get your head in the game. What am I overlooking? There has to be a lead, a hint... something."

Come on brain! Think! There's gotta be something I'm missing. A clue, a hint, anything.

"Guys, I got something!" I heard Seon Ho screaming from the basement.

Nam Seon Ho

10 minutes of searching. Found something.

Basement digging pays off - another file! Yellow cover, looks important. But when I open it... nothing. Just a single, tiny paper.

This feels fishy. I sprint upstairs, file clutched in my hand, and join Jesper and Yeha. Jamie's right behind me.

'You guys gotta see this,' I say, slapping the file on the table.

I hesitate, then open the file. The paper inside makes my blood run cold:

Yeongdeungpo District, XXX Building, BLOCK D_
27 November 2024_

Do come, if you don't want your daughter to be killed.
I'll be waiting...

Your beloved Haden.

A chill creeps down my spine. The words seem to sear themselves into my brain.

Yeha's eyes lock onto mine, filled with terror. "That's... I know that address."

Jesper's face pales. "We have to get out of here. Now."

Jamie's voice drops to a whisper. "This just got real."