After the betrayal by her family and being killed by her blood-related mother, Jiho closed her eyes, seeking an end to her suffering while already ensured to mess their life after she peacefully slept. However, when she opened them again, she found herself in a white room facing her dead master. "You have broken your promise, so as your punishment, you must live in another world until I am satisfied," he declared. Upon reopening her eyes, Jiho found herself in an ancient-looking room, and what was even more shocking was that it was an ABO-type world. In this world, aside from men and women, there were individuals who appeared more delicate than men but could give birth refered as mer. Jiho who hates relationship. What a peculiar fate awaited her?
"I have invested not just financially but also emotionally in this community. My intentions are not driven by greed or malice."
The elder, his expression grave, remained skeptical. "Intentions aside, the sale was not sanctioned," he reiterated firmly. "We cannot simply overlook our laws and customs for the sake of progress."
Malia, observing the desperation in the elders' arguments, could read between the lines. It wasn't just about upholding the law or preserving customs; it was about their own self-interest and greed. They couldn't bear the thought that the lands they had eyed for so long were now claimed by someone else.
Her jaw clenched, a mix of frustration and disappointment clouding her features. She had dealt with people like them before, individuals whose motives were driven by personal gain rather than genuine concern for the community.