The murders had become the talk of the town, and the police were under increasing pressure to find the person responsible. The latest victim, Mrs. Choi, had shocked even the most seasoned investigators. Her death wasn't just a crime; it was a display—an eerie blend of brutality and artistry.
The Police Investigation
At the police station, Officers Lee Hyun Soo and Kim Ji Hoon poured over the evidence. The photos of Mrs. Choi's body, adorned with layers of jewelry that suffocated her, was haunting.
"Another staged murder," Officer Kim said, shaking his head. "Whoever is behind this isn't just a psychopath. They're artists."
Officer Lee frowned. "That's not all. Have you noticed the pattern? Each victim has a personal flaw or trait that's being exploited—arrogance, greed… It's like the killer is sending a message."
"And the media is eating it up," Officer Kim added. "Especially that Instagram influencer, Kim Seok Jin. He's always the first one at the scene. It's almost like he knows where the murders will happen."
"We'll need to question him," Officer Lee said firmly.
Kim Seok Jin's Rising Popularity
Meanwhile, Kim Seok Jin's Instagram account was blowing up. Every time he posted pictures of the crime scenes, his followers increased by the thousands. His captions, always dramatic and poetic, added to the mystique.
The latest post read:
"Greed—a crown of jewels turned into shackles of death. The Mysterious Artist strikes again."
The comments flooded in:
"How do you find these places before anyone else?"
"Are you working with the police?"
"Why do you call the killer the Mysterious Artist? Do you know them?"
Seok Jin responded to one of the comments, his reply instantly going viral:
"I don't know who they are. I receive anonymous tips telling me where to go. When I arrive, the scene is already set. The killer is an artist, creating death as their masterpiece. That's why I named them the Mysterious Artist."
The comment section exploded with theories:
"What if you're the killer and this is your way of bragging?"
"Anonymous tips? Sounds suspicious."
"You're a genius for naming them. I can't wait for your next post!"
Hyejin at University
While the world buzzed about the Mysterious Artist, Hyejin quietly started her first week at university. She had been accepted into the art program, a perfect cover for her darker ambitions.
Her classmates found her unnerving. She rarely spoke unless someone directly addressed her, and her intense, almost predatory gaze sent shivers down their spines.
"She's creepy, isn't she?" one student whispered.
"Yeah, but her art is incredible," another replied.
Hyejin excelled in her classes, producing hyper-realistic paintings that left her professors in awe. But what no one knew was that she kept her darkest creations hidden in her underground lair—paintings inspired by her murders, each one more disturbing than the last.
The Murders Continues....
Despite her busy schedule at university, Hyejin's murderous spree showed no signs of slowing. Every week, another body was discovered, each murder more gruesome and theatrical than the last.
Kim Seok Jin continued to receive the anonymous tips, arriving at the crime scenes before even the police. His fame grew exponentially, with major media outlets picking up his posts and dubbing him "the voice of the Mysterious Artist."
One comment caught his attention:
"How do you always get there first? Are you the Mysterious Artist's accomplice?"
He replied:
"I'm just a messenger. The artist wants the world to see their work, and I happen to be their chosen lens. Nothing more, nothing less."
A Brewing Connection
As Hyejin settled into her new life at university, she noticed Kim Seok Jin's growing influence. She didn't mind. In fact, she found it amusing.and she heard her classmates talking about Kim seok jin and she smiled and says in her mind..
"One day," He'll be more than just my messenger. He'll become a part of my masterpiece."
For now, she continued to create in the shadows, her underground lair filling with paintings inspired by her kills. And as the murders escalated, so did the fear in the city.
The Mysterious Artist had become a legend, but the real artist—Hyejin—was just getting started.
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