Butterflies and Pins
On a special day when it is said that spirits come to visit the living, eighteen year-old Kim Yoon-Yi gets sent into the past. Year 1452 is a year of turmoil. At the Joseon court the King, a Prince and Ministers battle for power. Neither wants to give in, using whatever means possible to best each other. There is nothing one wouldn't be willing to do when a single wrong step can mean either great success or swift demise. While young Yoon-Yi learns to adapt and survive in this new and dangerous environment, she finds a bond that is stronger than time itself: love. For her it was a first love born in the past, for him it is something he cherishes in the present. But what about the future? Will Yoon-Yi's presence in that age trigger unfathomable changes, or will destiny follow its course unhindered? * This is a work of fiction. Some elements are historically accurate, while others, such as certain timelines, events and characters, have been adapted in order to fit the storyline. If you wish to share your opinion on this book, don't feel shy and drop a comment or a message. My discord is Raksha1#2597 The artwork for the cover has been commissioned from artist MagBya ^.^ (Instagram: @mag_bya) Discord server: https://discord.gg/R3AybhzGxT
Chapter 54
While Shin was battling his final demons, Yoon-Yi was waging an internal war with her rising panic. A few moments ago, Kim Jong-Seo had called for her and the moment she entered his room, Yoon-Yi realized what it was all about. Somehow, her instincts made her mind clearly see the reason why Min Byun-Ho and his father were kneeling to the left of her uncle.
The moment she entered, all eyes turned towards her, and she felt suffocated. All of a sudden her throat was too tight and not enough air reached her brain. She felt dizzy but fought hard not to let it show. Yoon-Yi was stubborn after all, and wanted to maintain a certain level of dignity, even while inside her head she was panicking like crazy.
After she bowed to her uncle and to his guests, Yoon-Yi walked slowly towards the left side of the room. The only sound that could be heard was the shuffling of her skirt across the floor. She was surprised that no one could hear the loud thumps of her heart.