The luxurious black limousine moved through the streets of Seoul, its windows tightly closed. Anas was behind the wheel, Ji-won beside him. It was approaching seven in the evening, and the city lights were beginning to gleam in every direction.
Anas: (Looking at Ji-won) "I have a suggestion."
Ji-won: (Looking at him) "What is it?"
Anas: "Instead of cleaning this car… why don't we sell it and buy a new one?"
Ji-won: (Thinking for a moment) "Good idea. This car has served us, but it no longer suits us."
Anas: (Smiling) "Then… to the car dealership."
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The car stopped in front of a huge dealership in Gangnam. The façade was entirely glass, reflecting the street lights, and inside were rows of gleaming luxury cars. Anas and Ji-won entered the showroom, their steps confident despite the wear on their clothes from training.
First Salesman: (Whispering to his colleague) "Who are they? Their clothes aren't in the best shape, but… there's something about them."
Second Salesman: (Observing them) "I don't know. But look at their posture… it's the posture of those who own the world."
Third Salesman: (Whispering) "And the woman… her hair is red as fire, her eyes golden. I've never seen anyone like her."
A man in his fifties approached them, wearing an elegant suit, glasses, and a warm professional smile.
The Man: (Bowing slightly) "Good evening. I'm Lee Jeong-mo, the director of this dealership. How can I help you?"
Anas: (Calmly) "I have a car I want to sell."
Lee Jeong-mo: (With interest) "Certainly. What make and model?"
Anas: "A black luxury limousine. Latest model."
The director's eyes widened slightly.
Lee Jeong-mo: "An excellent car. May I see it?"
Anas: "It's outside."
They all went out to the parking lot. The director looked at the sleek black limousine, examining it from every angle. He opened the door and looked inside.
Lee Jeong-mo: (Admiringly) "The car is in excellent condition. I'll give you a very good price."
Anas: "Excellent. But first… I want to buy a new car."
Lee Jeong-mo: (Smiling) "Please, come to my office."
They entered the luxurious office on the upper floor. They sat on a black leather sofa, and the director served them hot coffee.
Lee Jeong-mo: (Opening a large catalog) "These are the latest luxury models we have."
Anas flipped through the catalog calmly, then handed it to Ji-won.
Ji-won: (Scanning the pages intently) "Do you have any very luxurious Mercedes?"
Lee Jeong-mo: (Smiling) "Of course. We have several Mercedes-Maybach models."
He began turning pages, showing her various models, then suddenly stopped at a particular page.
Lee Jeong-mo: "As a matter of fact… we received a special car yesterday. It's the newest and most luxurious model of the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class."
Ji-won: (With interest) "We want to see it."
Lee Jeong-mo: (Standing) "Follow me."
They went down to the main showroom, where the car was covered with a black cloth. The director slowly pulled off the cover, revealing a gleaming black car with sleek lines and silver wheels.
Lee Jeong-mo: (Proudly) "The Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC. 2024 model. The newest and most luxurious Mercedes has ever made."
He opened the rear door, revealing a lavish cabin with four individual seats. Black leather seats with silver stitching, footrests, individual entertainment screens, and foldable tables.
Lee Jeong-mo: (Explaining) "Only four seats. Each rear seat can fully recline, with a complete massage system, heating, and cooling. There's also a central control screen, a small refrigerator, and a Bose sound system with 12 speakers."
Ji-won: (Admiring the cabin) "Wonderful… truly wonderful."
Anas: (Looking at the director) "How much is it?"
Lee Jeong-mo: (Hesitating for a moment) "This car… is very expensive. It costs 381 million Korean won. And it has a premium installment plan."
Anas: (Calmly) "I'll pay for it now."
Lee Jeong-mo: (Frozen in place) "Now? In cash?"
Anas: (Pulling out a black Visa card) "Yes."
The director's hand trembled as he took the card. He signaled to an employee, who brought the payment terminal. The card was swiped, and the message "Approved" appeared on the screen.
Lee Jeong-mo: (Breathing with difficulty) "Done… the transaction is complete."
Ji-won: (Laughing) "You didn't believe it, did you?"
Lee Jeong-mo: (Smiling in shock) "Truly… I've never seen anything like this before."
Anas: (Calmly) "As for my old car… I won't sell it. I want it sent for a complete service."
Lee Jeong-mo: (Regaining his composure) "Of course. I'll send it to the best service center in Seoul. It will come back to you like new."
The director took a black card from his drawer and handed it to Anas.
Lee Jeong-mo: "This is our VIP card. We are a chain of dealerships across Korea. Whenever you need any car, just contact us."
Anas: (Taking the card) "Thank you."
Anas and Ji-won got into the new car. The engine hummed quietly, and the cabin was completely isolated from the noise of the outside world.
Ji-won: (Leaning back in the luxurious seat) "This… is amazing. I feel like I'm in a private jet."
Anas: (Smiling) "This is only the beginning."
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The car drove to Cheongdam-dong, home to the most famous luxury clothing stores. They stopped in front of a huge store with a glass façade and warm lights inside, where mannequins displayed the latest fashions.
They entered together, greeted by an elegant saleswoman with a professional smile.
Saleswoman: (Looking at them respectfully despite their worn clothes) "Good evening. How can I help you?"
Ji-won: (Confidently) "We want new clothes. Evening dresses, and formal suits."
Saleswoman: "Please, follow me."
She took them first to the men's section. Ji-won chose for Anas a sleek black suit made of fine wool fabric with a modern cut.
Ji-won: (Looking at him) "Try it on."
Anas went into the fitting room and came out a few minutes later. The suit fit him perfectly, accentuating his athletic build, and his short white hair gleamed under the lights.
Ji-won: (Admiring him, her eyes widening) "Anas… you… you look so handsome."
Anas: (Looking at himself in the mirror) "I think it suits me."
Ji-won: (Laughing) "Suits you? You look like a king."
Ji-won picked out other suits for him: light gray, dark blue, and a crisp white one. Then she went to the women's section.
Anas stood by the mirror, waiting for Ji-won to come out. After a quarter of an hour, the fitting room door opened.
Ji-won stepped out in a long black dress, elegantly modest, covering her shoulders and flowing to her ankles. The dress was simple in design, but its luxurious fabric and subtle embroidery made it look like a work of art.
Anas: (Gazing at her) "You… are beautiful."
Ji-won: (Laughing) "Just beautiful?"
Anas: (Stepping closer) "You are the most beautiful woman in the world."
Ji-won: (Blushing) "You flatter me."
Anas: (Smiling) "The truth is not flattery."
Ji-won chose other dresses: dark blue, pure white, and deep burgundy. All were modest, covering the body respectfully, yet highlighting her natural beauty.
Anas paid the bill without looking at the total. They loaded the purchases into the trunk and set off for the next destination.
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The salon was in Seongsu-dong, an elegant place with white walls and golden lighting. A men's section and a women's section separated by a glass partition.
Anas sat in the men's section while Ji-won went to the women's side.
Barber: (To Anas) "How would you like your hair?"
Anas: (Looking in the mirror) "As it is, but neat."
The barber trimmed the ends and styled the short white hair back. After a few minutes, Anas looked even more refined, his features more defined.
In the women's section, Ji-won sat before a large mirror. She looked at her bright red hair, which reached the middle of her back.
Hairstylist: (Admiringly) "Your hair… is gorgeous. How would you like it?"
Ji-won: "I want it elegant. Neat."
The stylist combed her hair, trimmed the damaged ends, and styled it to highlight its natural beauty. When she finished, Ji-won's hair shone like fire under the lights, and her golden eyes sparkled.
She came out and met Anas at the door. They looked at each other.
Ji-won: (Examining him) "You… look different."
Anas: (Looking at her) "And so do you."
Ji-won: (Laughing) "It seems we're ready."
Anas: (Taking her hand) "Ready for anything."
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The car stopped in front of a towering building in Hannam-dong. The building was entirely glass, reflecting the city lights, with a revolving crystal door. Above the entrance, a golden sign read: "Korea Real Estate – Main Headquarters".
They entered together. The lobby was vast, with white marble floors, massive crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, and walls displaying images of luxury properties across Korea.
Everyone paused as they entered.
Receptionist: (Whispering to his colleague) "Who are they?"
Colleague: (Observing them) "I don't know… but look at their presence. And that woman… she looks like she stepped out of a legend."
A Client: (Staring at Ji-won) "Her hair… red as fire. And her eyes are golden. Who is she?"
Another Client: (Whispering) "The man too… his hair is white, and his features… like a king."
A man in his forties approached them, wearing an elegant gray suit, with a warm professional smile.
The Man: (Bowing slightly) "Good evening. I'm Choi Min-jun, deputy director of the company. How can I help you?"
Anas: (Calmly) "We want to buy a property."
Choi Min-jun: (Smiling) "Please, follow me. The director is waiting for you."
They followed him through the luxurious hallways. Ji-won whispered proudly to Anas.
Ji-won: (Whispering) "What do you think of my idea to get ready? Look how they're treating us."
Anas: (Muttering) "Brilliant idea. You're a genius."
They entered a private elevator that took them to the top floor. When the doors opened, they found themselves before a massive desk, behind which sat a man in his fifties wearing a black suit and gold‑rimmed glasses.
Choi Min-jun: "Director, your guests."
The Man: (Standing and extending his hand) "Welcome. I'm Song Tae-won, director of Korea Real Estate. Pleased to meet you."
Anas and Ji-won shook his hand and sat on a luxurious leather sofa.
Song Tae-won: (With interest) "What kind of property are you looking for?"
Anas: "We want something special."
Song Tae-won: (Opening a tablet) "We have many upscale residential complexes in Seoul. Apartments of various sizes, with wonderful views."
He showed them images of properties in prestigious areas: Seongsu-dong, Yongsan-dong, Cheongdam-dong.
Ji-won: (Looking at the screen) "We want Hannam-dong."
Song Tae-won: (His eyes widening) "Hannam-dong? Excellent choice. It's the most luxurious district in Seoul."
He began showing them luxury apartments in Hannam-dong: three‑bedroom, four‑bedroom units ranging from 200 to 300 square meters.
Ji-won: (After seeing the options) "These are good… but we want something better."
Song Tae-won: (Curious) "Better?"
Ji-won: (Confidently) "We want the penthouse."
The director paused for a moment. He looked at his deputy, then back at them.
Song Tae-won: (Seriously) "The penthouse… this is not just an ordinary apartment. The penthouse is the pinnacle of luxury."
Choi Min-jun: (Stepping forward) "It's on the top floor of the tower, with a full view of the Han River. It has its own private elevator, a wide terrace, and an interior space of over 400 square meters. The finishes are handcrafted, the materials imported from Italy and France. Only the elite of society live there."
Song Tae-won: (Adding) "We currently have one unit available. It's on the 45th floor of the Nine One Hannam tower. Panoramic views of the river and the city. Four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a private cinema, an indoor gym, and a private swimming pool."
Ji-won: (Her eyes sparkling) "This… this is what we want."
Song Tae-won: (Hesitating) "But… the price. The penthouse is very expensive. It costs 25 billion Korean won. Most buyers prefer an installment plan."
Anas: (Smiling)
Ji-won: (Laughing naturally)
Song Tae-won: (Puzzled) "Did I say something funny?"
Anas: (Calmly) "No. We'll buy it. In cash. Now."
The director froze. His deputy nearly dropped the tablet.
Song Tae-won: (In a choked voice) "In cash… now?"
Anas: (Taking out the black Visa card) "Yes."
Choi Min-jun: (Hurrying to get the payment terminal) "Right away… right away."
The card was swiped. The confirmation message appeared on the screen.
Song Tae-won: (Reading with difficulty) "Approved… approved."
Choi Min-jun: (Breathing heavily) "25 billion… in one payment… I've never seen anything like this."
Song Tae-won: (Regaining his composure) "Who… who are you really?"
Anas: (Signing the contracts) "Satisfied clients."
The director took a sleek black card from his drawer and handed it to Anas.
Song Tae-won: "This is our SVIP card. It's the highest tier in our company. Whenever you need any property, anywhere in Korea, we are at your service."
Anas: (Taking the card) "Thank you."
Song Tae-won: (Looking at his watch) "It's now eight in the evening. The handover will be in two hours. The representative will be waiting for you at the building. Here is the address."
He handed them a paper with the address written on it.
Anas and Ji-won left the building and returned to the car.
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The car stopped in front of the children's amusement café. Ji-won got out and went in to fetch Nayun.
Nayun: (Running toward her mother) "Mom! Mom! I played a lot! I met new friends!"
Ji-won: (Hugging her) "I'm glad you enjoyed yourself."
Nayun came out with her mother to the car. Anas stood by the back door, a black shadow beside him.
The Shadow: (In a quiet voice) "Some minor quarrels among the children happened, but they were resolved. Nayun was unharmed."
Anas: (Muttering) "Excellent. Dismiss."
The black shadow dissolved into the air.
Nayun got into the car, her eyes widening in admiration.
Nayun: (Touching the leather seats) "Wow! The car is new! It's so soft!"
Ji-won: (Sitting beside her) "This is our new car, sweetheart."
Nayun: (Jumping with joy) "Where are we going in it?"
Anas: (Starting the engine) "To our new home."
Nayun: (Screaming) "A new home?! Really?!"
Ji-won: (Laughing) "Really."
Nayun: (Shouting with joy) "Aaaaaah! A new home! A new home! I want to see it! Faster! Faster!"
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The car passed through the gates of Hannam-dong. The streets were wide, lined with carefully planted trees. The houses here were unlike the rest of Seoul: luxurious villas, private mansions, and spacious gardens. Everything was quiet, clean, and well‑planned.
Nayun: (Looking out the window) "Mom! The place is so beautiful! The trees are green, and the houses are big!"
Ji-won: (Admiring the view) "This is Hannam-dong. The most luxurious district in Seoul."
Nayun: "The most luxurious? Does that mean the most expensive?"
Anas: (Laughing) "It means the most beautiful."
The car stopped in front of a massive iron gate. Security guards in elegant uniforms, and electronic gates that checked vehicles before entry.
Guard: (Bowing) "Welcome to Nine One Hannam. Please proceed."
The gate opened slowly, and the car entered a luxurious complex. Towering glass towers, dancing fountains, and hanging gardens. The place felt like an independent city.
Nayun: (Shouting) "Wow! Wow! Wow! Look at the fountains! And the towers!"
Ji-won: (Amazed) "This… this isn't just a residential complex. This is an architectural masterpiece."
The car stopped in front of one of the towers, next to a private garage marked with the number 45. Anas parked, and they all got out.
Nayun: (Looking at the building) "Dad… this is our home?"
Anas: "This is the building. Our home is on the 45th floor."
Nayun: (Looking up) "The 45th floor? That means it's very high?"
Ji-won: (Laughing) "Very high."
At the entrance, a man in a formal suit was waiting for them.
The Representative: (Bowing) "Good evening. I'm the representative from the real estate company. I'll be handing over the unit."
They entered the lobby. The place was opulent in every sense: white marble floors, massive crystal chandeliers, elegant furniture, and artworks on the walls.
They took the private elevator, which was lined with luxurious wood and mirrors. The representative pressed the button for the 45th floor.
Nayun: (Bouncing in the elevator) "Private elevator! Our own private elevator!"
The elevator doors opened onto a private hallway. There was only one other door: a massive black lacquered door with a golden handle.
The Representative: (Opening the door) "Welcome to your new home."
They entered.
The space was incredibly vast. Floor‑to‑ceiling glass walls overlooking the Han River and the entire city. Soft warm lighting, glossy natural wood flooring. In the center, a spacious living room with modern black‑and‑white furniture.
Nayun: (Running toward the glass) "Mom! Look! The river! The city! Everything is below us!"
Ji-won: (Taking in the space) "This… this is unbelievable."
She walked through the rooms. Four large bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. A fully equipped kitchen, a large dining room, a private cinema, a small gym, and an indoor swimming pool.
Nayun: (Running from room to room) "Dad! There's a swimming pool! And a big TV! And a huge bed!"
Anas: (Laughing) "Do you like it?"
Nayun: (Running to hug him) "Dad! This is the best home in the world!"
Ji-won: (Standing by the window, looking at the horizon) "Anas… you've changed our lives. In just a few days… you've changed everything."
Anas: (Standing beside her) "This is just the beginning."
Nayun: (Yawning) "Mom… I'm tired."
Ji-won: (Picking her up) "Come on, off to bed."
Ji-won took Nayun to her new room. A large bed, soft blankets, and dim lighting. She put her down and covered her.
Nayun: (Closing her eyes) "Mom… I love our new home."
Ji-won: (Kissing her forehead) "Me too, sweetheart."
Nayun quickly fell asleep. Ji-won went back to the living room, but then headed to the master bedroom. She was exhausted from the long day.
Ji-won: (Yawning) "I'm going to sleep. It's been a long day."
Anas: (Smiling) "Go ahead. I'll stay up a little longer."
Ji-won: (Looking at him) "Aren't you going to sleep?"
Anas: "I have some things to think about."
Ji-won: (Heading toward the bedroom) "Alright… good night."
Anas: (Muttering) "Good night."
Ji-won went into the bedroom and soon fell asleep.
Silence settled over the lavish apartment. The city lights glittered beyond the glass. Anas stood alone, gazing at the horizon.
Then he whispered.
Anas: (Whispering) "Come."
Suddenly, from the shadow behind him, a mysterious figure materialized. It had no distinct features—just a dense shadow, with eyes glowing with a faint violet light.
The Figure: (In a deep voice) "I am at your service, my lord."
Anas stood still, looking at him calmly.
The night in Seoul was still young.
And the fun had yet to begin.
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║ [Location: Nine One Hannam - Penthouse] ║
║ [Completed Transactions] ║
║ • Purchased Mercedes-Maybach 2024 ║
║ • Bought luxury clothing ║
║ • Bought the penthouse (25 billion won) ║
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║ [The fun… is about to begin] ║
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