Jiho looked down at her foot, a frown of concern creasing her brow. Slowly, she bent down and pulled her robes up, revealing her fair legs.
The spot where her leg had been grabbed earlier was already turning a deep shade of red. Faint, petal-like marks were beginning to form on her skin, so light they were almost imperceptible.
Curiosity and worry mingled in her eyes as she gently touched the area. The moment her fingers brushed the marks, a sharp, burning sensation shot through her leg.
"Ugh...ahh..." Jiho winced, her breath hitching in pain. Her hand instinctively recoiled, but she couldn't help but glance back at the strange, flower-like pattern marring her skin.
The pain was intense, almost as if her leg were on fire. She bit her lip, trying to steady her breathing, her mind racing with questions about what was happening to her.
