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DICE [51]
"Cathleen," Gala calls softly. "Are you... serious?"Cathleen slightly parts her cloak, sweeping the snowy path. She walks ahead while Gala stays a few steps behind. Their snowmobile is on the edge of the forest, and they venture further into it."Serious about what, sir?""Can you stop addressing me as sir?" Gala sighs. "Earlier, you mentioned that you're way older than me. Technically, that means you're older than me."Cathleen turns and gives him a sharp glare, and Gala laughs as he approaches her."You're easily offended. What I'm saying is the truth, right?"The girl chooses to ignore Gala. Her master is annoying but thrilling. Besides their closeness throughout the journey to a place she's eager to visit, Gala repeatedly stares at her without hesitation. Immersing Cathleen in those black eyes that sometimes turn orange, it can't be denied that her master is indeed handsome. Since their first meeting, a Galaksi Haidar only needs a little care. After that?Maybe Cathleen would get
DICE [52]
"Wow." Gala doesn't know what appropriate words to say other than that one. He thinks it perfectly represents what he heard from Cathleen, who is now looking at him with a slightly annoyed expression. "Huh? Why?""Why?" Cathleen sighs in frustration. "I've been talking extensively, and all you say is 'wow'?""What else should I respond, Cathleen? This is... extraordinary."Cathleen's blue eyes roll in exasperation. "Talking to you is annoying." She gets up from her seat, straightening her slightly crumpled dress. Mueeza, who has been lazily observing, wriggles a bit due to Cathleen's movement. The girl steps on part of the large cat's body with her foot. "Muezza, I'll excuse myself for now. See you on another occasion. Always guard what you need to guard."The large black cat just yawns widely. Its paw stretches out with its body languidly. Then, it curls up like a big cat meeting its owner."I understand. You should've seen how I handle a gun, Muezaa. Even my master admits my greatne
DICE [53]
Once they arrived at the entrance of the cave, the sunlight had already started to dim. Far in the distance, the lingering orange hues left behind a beautiful glow. Gala fell silent for a moment. The cold wind brushing against him made his ears and nose chilly."Is there going to be a storm tonight, Cathleen?" Gala asks, turning to the girl who is now by his side, adjusting the ties of her cloak to fend off the penetrating cold."No, sir. It's just that the air here is naturally colder in the Metro East region. Over there," Cathleen points to the distant hills, "that's ground zero for the entire Metro rotation. The temperature is extremely cold. Only a few people are assigned to monitor the freezing levels there to keep the climate stable throughout the Metro region. Although, well... my father sometimes commits violations too.""You've already told me about that part," Gala chuckles, amused. "It seems like it's getting dark soon. Do you want to go home or set up a tent at the edge of
DICE [54]
The loud noise from behind the hut makes Bellamie quite worried. Not because she's not used to living alone, but the storm sounds tonight are quite terrifying. Since the sun is no longer shining brightly, Bellamie has been waiting for Gala's return. She prepared dinner, just in case her son is hungry after going somewhere, who knows where. But until now, there are no signs of his return.She recalls the brief conversation just before Gala left. Her son's face looked so cheerful. As a mother, there's a considerable curiosity, but she doesn't want to ask directly. Bellamie has to be careful with her words because she wants to build good communication between them. There have been many gaps in the relationship between her and her son. She'll ask many things, possibly things related to relationships with the opposite sex. Gala is already an adult. His appearance is quite cool.He probably already has a girl he's interested in, right?"Where are you heading today, Gala?" Bellamie asks curi
DICE [55]
Gala's hand clenches tightly. He feels a sting as the tip of his nail scratches his cold palm due to the force of his clenched hand. His fingers turn white. Then suddenly, the hand floats with full force. It touches Alex's pale and melancholic face, ignored by Bellamie.SLAP!"Dare you appear in front of me, Alex!" Bellamie shouts with a breathless voice. His eyes glare at Alex, who turns away. He gently rubs the cheek that just received a slap from Bellamie. The woman in front of him looks terrifying. But Alex has anticipated this.His mistake is significant. Perhaps forgiveness is not easy to come by."GO!" Bellamie orders immediately. He points to the snowy area where the storm is still raging. The sounds of the wind, enough to create a tense atmosphere, still echo. In front of the main gate of the cottage, four cars that Bellamie feels are accompanying the sturdy silver-haired man are parked. He clenches his fists. "Go. I don't want to see you again.""The storm is strong, Bella.
DICE [56]
The lake is so calm. Whether it's a lake or a large river where its end will have strong rapids, but as far as Gala can see, he only watches the water around him. Before he boards this seemingly unsafe boat, he has repeatedly asked Cathleen, but the girl seems to be the one who knows what she's doing."But you have to use this life jacket, Cathleen," Gala instructs again, but the girl insists on not wanting to use it."I know what I'm doing, sir.""You!""Alright. I know what I'm doing, Gala. And everything is safe. I'm really serious about this."Gala finally gives in and boards the boat slowly. He helps Cathleen get on and ensures that she sits safely in the middle of the boat. They move with the wind, where occasionally Gala uses the oar that's there. The water is very clear, although Gala is sure that the water temperature is very cold. Especially after last night's storm. The frozen water on some edges of the lake also strengthens the suspicion that the water under them can make
DICE [57]
The storm last night messed up his yard quite a bit. Bellamie sighs heavily. She's got a shovel ready in her hands to clear the path from the snow piles and broken branches. The morning air is surprisingly clear. The shining sun provides some warmth, even if it's just a little. At least it's not as cold as the days before.The line of black cars, which reminds Bellamie of the first time she was forced into one, is still there. Covered in snow at the front and on the roof. If she hadn't insisted that everyone come inside last night, what would be inside those cars now? Frozen bodies? Seriously. Bellamie has been avoiding conflicts and new problems in her life. She's had enough with all the realities she's facing now.All she wants is to live peacefully with her daughter. Bellamie doesn't even know how she feels about Xavier now. Maybe her deepest desire, even if her husband is dead... yes, she wants to visit his grave. That's it.And why did she allow her husband's killer to enter her
DICE [58]
"You're really heartless, Sir," Cathleen scoffs after Gala has a video call with his mother. The message for her father has been sent and confirmed 5 minutes later. Cathleen is still preparing many things, including expanding the perimeter's range to prepare for a counterattack while her boss is still in this lake."What?" Gala squints for a moment. "That's the truth, Cathleen. Do you think I don't know what they did last night? I should have put a lot of vases around the dining table. So Alexander's head would be clear, and he would stay away from my mother."Cathleen chuckles. "Seems difficult, Sir. You can see how the ruler of North Metro, Mrs. Bellamie, actually looks at you."Gala sighs. "I'm ready to dive. Remember my words, okay?"Cathleen nods quickly."Before I go down and you switch back to DICE mode, can I kiss you again?"The girl doesn't know how red her face is. Embarrassed. How can Gala say something silly in a situation like this? But it seems Gala never plays around w