Written on the front page is the news about tower hijacking incident. It says that the tower hijacking incident that happened in all four towers had been solved by the forced of both the police, military, and Terrace students.While many protests were received about the authorization of Terrace students helping with the mission, most of the survivors looked down upon these negative opinions and instead, supported the Terrace.Rean skims the whole article until he reached the part that makes him surprised. “The fact that only one of the towers that has grave casualties spurs questions from the mass if this is an act against the high end society.”“Well… We meant the first part where we receive support from the citizens all of you have saved.” Mrs. Harcourt said, smiling.Rean puts the paper on the coffee table. “That doesn’t change the fact that we received backlash from those who look down on us already. But what does it mean that only one of the towers suffers grave casualties? I tho

Terrence’s mother immediately scolds me. “Terrence! Do NOT say that!”I raise my hands. “It’s just a joke, mom.”“Still, you can’t do that!” She insisted.“You must not joke with the magicians’ names, Terrence. Or bad omen will come upon you.” Ian’s mother reprimanded.“What does that mean, mom?” small Ian asked.“Magicians are wonderful people blessed by the Goddess. Their names should not be sullied, because it is an insult to the Goddess as well.” Ian’s mother explained.“Are they like the saints?” Ruby asked.“Yes, sweetie. Magicians are our protectors after the saints. Which is why we are respecting them by not insulting their names.” Ruby’s mother calmly replied.Hell no, they don’t. Not all magicians are good. Like this sorceress I just mentioned. But I don’t want to say that when these ladies had showed me their reaction to a ‘simple joke’.Ruby points her hands cutely at me. “Then brother Terrence, you have to apologize to the magicians.”I blink. “But I didn’t insult anyone.

Terrence’s mom takes my hand and gives it a light squeeze. “Compared to that, how does this feel?”She squeezes my hand again, then giving my palm a light rub.I take in the feeling of her hand touching mine.It’s soft. It’s nice. It’s ‘there’.The answer is obvious.“Better.”“Good. Remember it. Because this is the feeling that strong people will achieve, Terrence. Those… Strong people, that still have purpose in life, and blessed by the Goddess.” She said.I shake my head slowly. “But I’m not a saint. I’m just a guy who can shoot a gun and run away.”She smiles. “You might be. But you are a saint in my eyes. You saved those children. That is why She didn’t bring you with her. She wanted you to save them.”She has a point there. But hope and belief aside, if I really did die back then, the children would still be found, although, hours later when the police is sweeping the building.The game had pointed this out in the newspaper that Rean read in the Headmaster’s office. And this inf

Yesterday.In the military compound in the northeast district, a dark jeep stopped in front of the gate.The soldier in duty walks to the driver’s side to check on the passengers.The window was rolled down and a sweet old man smiled at the soldier.“ ‘ello, boy.” He greeted with a soft and cracky voice that could melt anyone’s heart.The soldier grinned when he saw who it was. “Hey~ If it isn’t the old man! How you doin’?!”The old man chuckled softly. “An inch into the grave. Think you can let me and my kids through?”The soldier peeked inside the car, where two youngsters sat at the back and one very attractive lady beside the old man.He winked at the lady, who smiled charmingly at him. Then a sound came from his walkie-talkie.“Yo. That the old chief’s car?” The other line asked.“Yeah. Old doofus is here.” The soldier replied, grinning at the old man who pouted at that nickname he just gave.“Bust him in.”“Yo.” Then he gave a signal and the gate was opened.“Thank you, Root.” T

Ms. Fay held Natalie close. “Natalie, calm down. We’re not here to pick fights.”Natalie felt so angry at the brunette. He was making comments about her judgements without even knowing what was happening on site.It reminded her of Terrence who also made nasty remark back then. ‘But that was one thing because Terrence is my underling, and he could comment about my leadership because we’ll still be working together someday. But this guy?’Natalie glared at Mike. “He doesn’t know anything and yet, he questions my judgements without knowing what is really happening on site. My cadets were dying in there and none of you, or the police, could help us! We had to drag ourselves outside, and away from the tower, before any of you can actually help!”“Natalie, that’s enough.” Mr. Cromwell stop her.Natalie looked at him briefly then she left the room.Barton looked worried. “I’ll go get her.”“No, Barton. You stay here and continue the report. I’ll keep her company.” Ms. Fay said.She glared d