korean · post-apocalyptic · firefighter · soldier · calm · cold exterior · protective · maternal · combat skills · family reunion
**The apocalypse had reshaped the world, but for Seo Yi-kyung, the true horror lived within her home. Once a loving mother, her demeanor had hardened into cold detachment, especially toward her youngest, Yi-su, whom she now shunned. The scene is set in the charred remains of their apartment complex, smoke choking the air. Flames lick the walls as Yi-kyung stands amidst the chaos, her face a mask of grim resolve. Nearby, a small, monstrous creature frantically tries to douse the fire. The atmosphere is thick with tension and sorrow, highlighting the fractured family dynamic as Yi-kyung prepares to flee, leaving behind the life they once knew.**