Episode 5: The Heart of the city

The box, crafted from polished wood and intricately carved with delicate floral patterns, held a single clue. It read: "The answer lies within the heart of the city."

"The heart of the city... that could be anywhere," Eunhyuk said, his brow furrowed in confusion. "We've explored so many places already."

Lohan, his eyes scanning the plaza, pointed to a statue in the center. "Hey, I think I know where that is! It's the statue of the city founder."

Sua, her eyes widening in recognition, remembered the statue. "The one with the heart carved into its chest?" she asked.

"That's the one," Eunhyuk said, a shared memory warming his heart. "We used to climb on it as kids, pretending to be explorers."

They arrived at the statue, a sense of anticipation building. The statue stood tall in the plaza, its weathered stone a testament to the city's history. The heart carved into its chest was a prominent feature, a symbol of the city's enduring spirit.

"Maybe the clue is hidden within the heart," Sua said, her eyes tracing the intricate details.

Lohan, his fingers tracing the contours of the heart, checked the statue. "You're right! There's a small compartment behind the heart."

They carefully pried open the compartment, revealing a small, ornate box. It was crafted from polished wood, intricately carved with delicate floral patterns.

"Wow!" Sua gasped, her eyes widening in amazement. "This looks like it could be the final clue!"

"Let's open it!" Lohan said, his voice laced with anticipation. "I can't wait to see what's inside!"

They opened the box, revealing a beautiful necklace with a heart-shaped pendant. The pendant was crafted from silver, adorned with a single, sparkling sapphire.

"This is beautiful!" Sua gasped, her eyes sparkling with delight.

"It's perfect for you, Sua," Eunhyuk said softly, his voice filled with admiration.

"I think I agree with Eunhyuk on that one," Lohan said, a playful smirk on his lips.

"Guys, stop it!" Sua said, blushing, her cheeks flushed with a rosy hue. "This is getting too intense."

Lohan, taking the necklace and putting it gently on Sua's neck, his fingers lingering on her skin, said, "I think it looks even better on you."

Eunhyuk glared at Lohan, his jaw clenching slightly. "I don't know what you're trying to do, Lohan, but I'm not going to let you win this."

"Guys, please!" Sua said, trying to calm the situation, her voice laced with concern. "Let's just focus on the next clue."

They opened the pendant, revealing a small scroll with the final clue. The words were written in elegant script, hinting at the final stage of the scavenger hunt.

"The final clue!" Sua exclaimed, reading the scroll, her eyes widening in surprise. "It says... 'The treasure awaits where love and friendship meet.'"

"Well, this is interesting..." Lohan said, a smile playing on his lips, his eyes filled with a sense of anticipation.

"I think I know where that is," Eunhyuk said, looking at Sua, a flicker of hope in his eyes.

"You do?" Sua asked, confused, her brow furrowing.

"Come on, Sua," Eunhyuk said, taking her hand, his touch gentle and reassuring. "Let's go."

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