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Atonement's Path Chapter 20: I chose it
Ragnar and Drake sat down on a bench, hoping to have a deep conversation. Minutes have passed, both of them didn't start their conversation. Until Drake spoke up, looking at Ragnar's soul. "Ragnar, quit being a bandit. You have been hated by the Empire, and if you continue this, many will soon perish.""Ragnar, do you even know what you're doing? Why did you continue being a bandit?" Drake said, looking at his eyes, with passion and confidence."I did it for everyone, if I quitted then all of the people in the village would've died. I was their hero. I did it for them!" Ragnar exclaimed."You did not. By the looks of your eyes, you hated everyone, except your son. 'The village would've been destroyed by the nobles', I know that, but why did you chose to become a bandit?" Drake took a sip from his tea." I did it for everyone! I chose to become the leader for the village! I saved everyone!" Ragnar yelled with frustration." You didn't, you couldn't save everyone but yourself. After ti
Atonement's Path Chapter 21: Memories can only be remembered
"Dad! Dad! It's the Circus! We're at the circus!" A boy pointed at the circus, showing his dad the circus.The family (containing a mother, father and a single child) rode a wagon, with a horse in front for the father to guide them. The road they were riding with a wagon, was surrounded with massive trees, and a grassy area; where the grass are as tall as a boy."It really is." The father replied, showing his face; his long french mustache, and his combed hair. A bird flew in front of the wagon, it was dark-colored and it showed its bloody eyes.'Unlucky! A crow flew in front of us! Ah, I should probably go faster!'The father whipped the horse 'abusively', "Gee!" The wagon accelerated in such a speed, that it only took a minute or two for them to arrive at the Circus.Finally! They've arrived at the circus, with crowds of people on line to enter the circus. "We've finally arrived, get off the wagon!" The father tied a rope from the horse to the a fence. (People have these number o
Atonement's Path Chapter 22: Monster?
At the Alps (South-West) is a circus, in the middle of a forest, a huge forest. The circus was lively, full of lights, filling joy to all the visitors. The door opened, and a clown came out in it. He walked all around the Circus, joking and making the boys and girls laugh. "THE PERFORMANCE IS ABOUT TO START! I REPEAT, THE PERFORMANCE IS ABOUT TO START!" A voice echoed throughout the circus, as the people ran to the seats and they prepared themselvesThe lights turned off, and everyone was filled with excitement. The turned on, and it focused on the man with a clown attire. The clown bowed, and laughed. He showed somewhat realistic emotions; which made the people more impressed."In the darkness, filled with empty space. A crow showed itself to me, giving me happiness! I had felt happiness! As a clown, I will make everyone laugh! And, I will make all of you feel happiness!" Some of the people were confused, while others were impressed.That line to them gave a lot of meaning from a c
Atonement's Path Chapter 23: Same name
2 Days Later:'People are leaving, they are leaving us. I cannot handle it anymore, If only all people are kind, then all people would be happy. Kindness is the only thing that can make us humans feel true happiness.'Zaly sat inside the carriage, he reflected his life with intensity. All the circumstances, the series of events that have occurred. While, Geo rested on his lap, dozing off with peaceful slumber.On the table was a book that Mary left for Zaly, 'a book that had meaningful messages.' She referred yesterday. Zaly's eyes gazed at it, exhausted.He was tempted to read it, or even lay a hand on it. But, he doesn't know what's preventing him. "Mischievous Gaze" Zaly said aloud the title of book. At last! He touched the book, and opened it. " Mischievous GazeBy Thalia Hawk""Author's HistoryThalia Hawk was a famous author back at 954-959 LE. She was a lady in poverty, who was harassed by old men at the North. She killed the men after the madness that they've done to her. And,
Atonement's Path Chapter 24: High Bounty!
"Zaly, I have news for you." Bane approached Zaly, who was reading the book. "What is it?" Zaly said, indicating the he is annoyed."Two of our men will assist both you and Geo back home, while..... I know you've been through a lot, Zaly. Just trust your father." Zaly placed a pen between the pages he's reading, and closed it.He then stood, furious at Bane. " Why! Why is that! " He slammed the table with his book. "Trust your father, Zaly. I begged you!" Bane knelt down, leaving Zaly surprised and confused. "Trust your father!" Bane yelled looking at the floor. With no options left, Zaly accepted it. "I-I will" He looked down in annoyance and furiously."Thank you, Zaly. We'll drop all of you on the next village." Bane stood and offered a humble bow to Zaly, showing his appreciation for his kindness.With that, Bane left showing respect to ZalyAnd with a nod of gratitude, Bane took his leave, showing Zaly respect. At last, Zaly sat down, and took a deep breath.'Bother, they are a
Atonement's Path Chapter 25: Fingers Crossed
At last, they've arrived at the closest village. Two men left the carriage, and is followed by Geo, who ran outside; filled with excitement."Zaly, go." Bane leaned against the wall, as he noticed Zaly, who was not leaving the carriage. "Sure, but........" Zaly stopped, while he looked at Bane's wide body.Bane leaned closer, asking for what's the problem. "Since we've gone for treasure hunting, everything goes downhill. Does father even know what he's doing? He made my life hell, for these couple of days!" He continued, and looked at Bane's eyes with anger."Understand your father! He's a better man than you are! Don't disrespect your father like that! He had done anything to make you happy!" Bane got closer to Zaly, as he tightened his fist."Well, whatever, I'll be going now." He turned around with his book, and walked down the stairs. But, before he could left, he said his last sentences to Bane.But before he could leave, he quickly uttered his final words to Bane. "Promise me, do
Atonement's Path Chapter 26: Cool and Temper
As the wagon entered the village slowly, most of the crowd gave attention to the young boys and girls inside the cage. While, the flock of people were preoccupied to the wounded children, some of them just ignored it, and simply walked away.Fillian was at the center of attention. The crowd surrounded the wagon, and it was forced to be stopped. Guards then quickly ran to the center of attention, and they pointed all their artillery at him."Don't move or you'll die!" The guards shouted at him, as they slowly approached him. With nothing to do, Fillian raised his hands, surrendering to the Guards. He stood up, and walked slowly outside the wagon. He gazed at each of the Guards, as he kneeled down. "I surrender," His voice feeling like tired, emptiness in his mind. A guard aggressively pulled him by his arm, and assisted him to a carriage. "Make sure the young lads eat!" A guard yelled to another guard.As the carriage's doors shut, Fillian was surrounded by all the guards. In front o
Atonement's Path Chapter 27: It Was His Fault.
As Zaly got off the carriage, he celebrated with joy. “Is this the village, Zaly?” Geo jumped at his back as he hugged him. “Is this it? Is this it?” Geo yelled at Zaly’s ear, showing his excitement.“Yes, this is it!” Zaly gazed at the sky as he shouted. “We’ve finally arrived." Zaly looked down at Geo, smiling shyly at him.Four of them entered the village, walking slowly because of their nervousness about entering the village once again after days that looked like a whole century to them.As they entered the village, a whole different feeling surrounded them. It was enlightenment. “I’m glad it didn’t change.” Zaly took a deep breath, as if he were finally at rest after the things they had to endure. Zaly fell to the floor; he lied there while looking at the hollow sky that had the truth. He felt surreal, and he was glad to feel that emotion.“Zaly, take me on an adventure! Can you be my guide? Tell me everything about this village!” Geo hopped around his lying body. “I’ll try.” Zal
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