Her inquiry into my Gift caught me completely off guard, landing with the force of a sledgehammer! It was the one question I hadn't been expecting. Even Anne and the other team members hadn't asked about it. It was Katie who finally dared to raise the question.Her voice, innocent as it was, had unintentionally attracted the attention of everyone present. Their eyes turned in our direction, filled with curiosity, and I knew I had to come up with something. A torrent of thoughts rushed through my mind, trying to form a coherent response.However, they all ended in the same panicked thought: ‘Oh crap, what do I say?!’“Oh, yeah. That’s true… I’m curious as well,” Peter chimed in, leaning in our direction, his interest piqued.Daniel, though busy with shrinking objects, glanced at us from time to time, his eyes betraying his curiosity. Larry remained silent, but his enigmatic Alignment meant I couldn't take his silence at face value.It was clear that everyone wanted to know.“I-I’m sorr

The realm was awash in a kaleidoscope of brilliant colors, an ever-changing dance of hues that seemed to transcend the boundaries of imagination. It was an environment unlike anything that could be found in the mundane world, a dazzling spectacle that could only be compared to the breathtaking beauty of the aurora borealis.This vast expanse, a realm that seemed to exist beyond both space and time, was filled with bright lights that illuminated every corner. These lights were vast and beautiful, painting the surroundings with an ethereal glow that evoked the glimmering stars of the night sky. It was as if a multitude of rainbows had converged, casting their vibrant reflections in a perpetual display of magnificence.In the midst of this celestial grandeur, massive figures floated, shrouded in white light that pulsated with an intense radiance. These were beings of another order, entities that had transcended earthly forms and limitations. They levitated effortlessly in the air, if ind

My vision was somewhat blurry, but I could make out the expression she gave me. Her warm, soft hands held onto me tightly, and I could feel the warmth of her grasp. The firm, encouraging voice she had embraced me, and I couldn't help but tremble due to the emotion I was feeling.I was trying my best to hold it in before my shaking would give me away... oh, the pure amusement I was having!‘Psych! This was just too hilarious!’They had all made entirely wrong assumptions by giving me their pity and attention, just like I wanted.Not only that, but the almighty Anne pulled me to her side and openly declared my acceptance into the new family, with a multitude of witnesses present to boot!It was a great feeling, being able to manipulate such simple-minded people into acting how I wished.Looking at them now, waving at the people who welcomed them, and smiling genuinely and happily... I already knew before, but this just emphasized it more.‘They’re idiots!’I wonder how they would have re

"Of course, I’m the leader here, so I must be aware of anything that occurs within this place, including the new faces that appear." Charles narrowed his eyes as he spoke.Anne let out a subtle sigh, her thoughts momentarily acknowledging Charles's formidable leadership qualities. His sharp intellect and adeptness at handling situations were undeniable. However, there was one aspect of his character that never failed to rub her the wrong way – his controlling demeanor."You have some explaining to do, Anne."Charles, she mused, had an innate need to maintain a tight grip on every aspect of the camp. He justified it as a necessary hierarchy to instill order amidst the chaos of the times. While Anne couldn't wholly disagree with his perspective, she often found his level of suspicion rather stifling.Yet, despite her personal reservations, Anne recognized the urgency of clarifying the situation, not just for herself, but for the sake of her team and

"Adam… I'll need you to tell me more about these Demons you saw," Charles's voice held a note of concern, his brows furrowing as he regarded the leader of the first group.An air of gravity hung in the room, the weight of Adam's somber demeanor casting a shadow over the otherwise bustling camp. Charles's instincts bristled; if their seasoned leader was displaying such unease, it likely signaled a challenge of significant magnitude.With a sigh, Adam began to recount the tale, his words painting a vivid picture of their harrowing encounter. The narrative unfolded like a gripping saga, each sentence drawing Charles further into the gravity of the situation."Our group and Chloe's took divergent paths from the Camp," Adam began, his voice carrying a sense of urgency. "As we reached the end of our expedition, Chloe shared her intended route with me. A gut feeling, an intuition perhaps, compelled me to reconsider our plans. Instead of pressing forward, we opted