Kira Plans to Catch the Stalker
Kira had stayed awake all night, going over every detail she remembered from the lake incident, every text Ava had received, every shadowy figure she had glimpsed. She wasn't going to let him scare Ava anymore.
"This ends tonight," she muttered to herself, pacing in her room.
She called Ethan quietly, explaining the plan. "We lure him out. Make him think Ava is alone. We catch him in the act."
Ethan nodded, eyes serious. "Got it. But be careful, Kie. Don't underestimate him."
Kira smirked. "I never do."
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The Trap
Ava, unsuspecting, was at home with Miyeong and Yuri, thinking she was safe. Kira led Ethan to the lake, setting up lights, cameras, and a clear path for catching the stalker.
Hours passed. Tension thickened. Every rustle of leaves, every shadow made Kira's pulse race.
Then she saw him — the same cold, familiar figure stepping toward the lake.
"You think she'll come alone?" he whispered to himself, unaware of the trap.
Kira stayed hidden, signal in hand, ready. Ethan was behind her, camera rolling, ready to record everything.
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As he reached the center of the path, Kira stepped out, voice steady. "It's over. You're not touching her again."
The stalker froze, eyes narrowing. "Yoon Kira? I should have known you'd interfere."
Ethan emerged as backup. "Step away. Now."
Kira's hands were firm on her phone, sending a live feed to Miyeong and Yuri. "Police are on the way. Don't move."
The stalker realized too late that he had been trapped. A siren wailed in the distance, and he bolted. Kira and Ethan chased, but he vanished into the woods, leaving only footprints.
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Aftermath
Back at Ava's home, Kira hugged her tightly. "He won't bother you again. I promise."
Ava's eyes were wide, voice trembling. "Kie… you saved me. You always save me."
Kira smiled softly, brushing Ava's hair back. "Always."
And in that moment, Ava realized just how much Kira meant to her. But Ethan's steady presence at the sidelines reminded her of the feelings she had for him too.
The stalker threat was over… but hearts were about to get complicated.