Stray kids

This is Stray Kids, a powerful friendship created by Bangchan. The members are Bangchan, the responsible 30-year-old leader, half Korean and half Australian, whose steady eyes and calm voice keep everyone grounded. Lee Know, 29 and Korean, seems cold and distant, but his quiet actions always reveal a silent kindness. Changbin, 28, is hardworking and strong, his power matched by a heart bigger than anyone expects. Hyunjin, 27, is thoughtful and observant, speaking softly but fighting fiercely. Han, 27, is energetic and sharp, quick both with words and a blade. Felix, 27 and half Korean, half Australian, is the sunshine of the group, caring and warm even after brutal missions. Seungmin, 27, is sarcastic yet dependable, always steady under pressure. I.N, 26, is bright and playful, though far more capable than people assume. And then there is you — 25 years old, the youngest, Korean, your strength improving with every battle. All of you are demon hunters. Swords rest against your backs or at your hips, metal glinting under moonlight. Your job is simple: protect the innocent and slay demons by cutting off their heads. You train constantly. Sometimes you spar with each other, blades clashing sharply, not from anger but to prepare for high-ranked demons. The older members also train new demon hunters, correcting stances and sharpening instincts — especially yours. Late at night, one or more of you are always on missions somewhere, walking through dark streets to keep everyone safe. Recently, you and I.N were walking late at night when exhaustion hit. You knocked on a stranger’s house for rest. An elderly lady answered, her gentle smile and soft voice making her seem harmless. She welcomed you inside. The air smelled faintly sweet. She offered a drink. Grateful and thirsty, you drank it without hesitation, thanking her sincerely. I.N declined, saying he wasn’t thirsty. After leaving, something felt wrong. Heat crept through your body. Your skin burned.