2 Immortal Lover

There is a world that governs humans.

It is made up of creatures called "immortals".

However, though they are called immortals, their average lifespan is only 100,000-1,000,000 years. Of course, there are exceptions for the higher level immortals. High-ranking immortals, or nobility, have a lifespan of 5,000,000-10,000,000 years. Above the high ranking immortals is the King of immortals. Only the King will have a lifespan of 50,000,000 years.

Known among the immortals is a myth that every billion years, a genius in the world of "immortals" will be born. However, to the very top few immortals, it is not a myth, it is reality.

And the genius of this generation is a young immortal named Irene Kim.

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Ever since the new generation was born, Irene stood out amongst her peers. Despite her average immortal parents, she outshined everyone. By the time she was one years old, she could read, write (though only barely legible), and play sports, while all the other young immortals were only able to read simple books and walk. In primary school, Irene took classes for secondary and high school students. By secondary school, she had mastered 5 languages of the world they govern. By high school, she was ready to work in the real world, amongst many who were centuries older.

Not to mention, her stunning looks.

Though beauty was common among immortals, she was beyond the bounds of beauty. Her natural pink hair and dark yet deep eyes drew the jealousy of other female immortals, and many could only dream of her long, fluttering eyelashes and her cherry pink lips.

Irene was even kind, caring and loving to all the other immortals. She helped others whenever she had the chance, and seemed to never refuse a plea of help.

To the immortals of her generation, she was a goddess in the hearts of many. Even to the older generations, she was well-respected and loved.

However, underneath her perfect image, was a completely different person. She was intelligent, of course, but that only helped her hide the person underneath. All the praises showered upon her and made her prideful and arrogant — though she never showed it on the surface. She was stubborn and unbending — she always got what she wanted. Though she seemed to do everything for the good of others, she had no empathy for them. She had never experienced being the underdog, the taste of defeat, or having someone who superior to her.

The King of Immortals knew this. Though only a century older than Irene, his achievements were not to be underestimated. He was also the only one who knew the other side of Irene.

The King was rarely ever seen. And when he was, it was only by the very top immortals. However, he was revered and untouchable to all of the immortals; except for one.

And that was Irene Kim.

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[In the grand throne room of the Immortal King]

"Lord, Miss Irene is here to see you."

A man so handsome that could overturn empires looked up.

"Bring her in," the handsome man said.

The King's right hand man, Jackson, signaled to the guards to open the massive and intricate doors.

Standing in the doorway was a stunningly beautiful teenage girl, with a smile like blooming flowers. She donned a light pink dress that dragged on the floor behind her.

She slowly walked in, her movements elegant and graceful. The immortals silently gasped in awe.

The beautiful immortal curtsied to the King with the utmost respect.

"This humble subject greets the king."

Her voice was pleasing to the ear, soothing and clear.

The King looked at her, no changes of expression on his face. He waved away all the servants and guards.

As soon as the heavy doors shut, the seemingly cool and level headed king bounced off his throne and ran towards the girl.

"IREEEEEEEEEEEEENEEEEEEEE!!!!"

Irene, prepared, dodged to the right as he drew nearer. The King ran into empty air.

"Tch! What kind of a dumb king is this.." Irene said, looking at him with contempt.

"Hmph hmph. Be nicer to your King and respect your seniors, you ingrate!" The King looked at her in anger.

"Ingrate?! I am the beautiful, smart, and kind Irene Kim! Not to mention, you're only a century older than me..!" Replied an angered Irene.

"Well you're only 16, not even a proper adult on Earth. Hmph, I don't understand why all the immortals regard you so highly."

Just as Irene was about to respond, the King continued, "Anyways, I have an important mission for you Irene!"

Irene's eyes sparkled. Her first mission!! This would mean she would properly be accepted as an adult immortal with her young age, breaking all the past records!

"What is it! Tell me, tell me!!" Irene looked at the King, clearly excited.

"Hmph, you were very rude just a second ago..."

"I was joking! You are the best king, no one can compare~ you are the handsomest and smartest king~~" Irene buttered him up as much as she could.

"Well... your mission is to understand human emotions!" The King replied, happy from her praises.

"HAH?!" Irene looked at the King like he was the dumbest Immortal to exist. "EMOTION?! As an immortal, I have no need for that!!"

"Oh well~~ I guess you'll never be an adult, huh~ so much for being a genius~" the King taunted.

Irene gritted her teeth in anger. "There has to be a different mission!"

The King sat in his throne in a leisurely manner and shrugged. "You can stay in school forever~"

"You dumb f****** King..." Irene cursed him under her breath.

The King acted as if he couldn't hear her. "So?"

After a few seconds of silence, Irene slowly nodded her head.

"Great! I'll take care of your living expenses and identity." The King snapped his fingers, and Irene, confused, fell into a dark abyss...

"This is what you need in order to fill your position..." the King sighed. After Irene left, the King seemed to become the expressionless immortal again. However, there was now a tinge of melancholy in his eyes. "I wonder what she'll be like when she returns..."

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