As I was about to call out for the person before us was, I heard a clicking sound coming from him."Tsk! Tsk! Tsk!"I abruptly stopped walking and raised my arms to stop Lumine from walking forward.I began to have a flashback about what Cossette reminded me before we left.'At the faintest hint of a clicking sound, a shiver runs down your spine. You know what's coming – or rather, who is coming.''What do you mean?' I stammered, my voice laced with a mixture of unease and curiosity.'You'll understand it soon...'Before me stood a youth, appearing no older than sixteen, his countenance an enigmatic blend of mystery and danger. A black katana was securely sheathed at his waist, its presence radiating an aura of foreboding. But it wasn't the weapon that drew your attention; it was his appearance that sent a chill down your spine.With only one arm, his other sleeve dangling empty, and no eyes adorning his face, the sight was as jarring as it was unsettling. An eerie emptiness resided w
"Kill them."As the man completely disappeared through the portal, Athan's grip on his swords tightened, and he shifted his gaze from the portal to Arthur and his companions."Atha-!!" Arthur's warning was cut short as Athan abruptly vanished from his position, causing the ground beneath to crack and form a small crater when he reappeared right in front of Arthur.'I won't be able to dodge in time!' Arthur's thoughts raced as he braced himself for the impending attack. Just as he felt the surge of danger, William intervened, his scaled body glowing with a newfound strength."William...""Don't just lie there! Get up!" William's commanding voice and forceful push propelled Athan away, his gaze shifting to Arthur with a stern expression.Arthur's breath caught in his throat as he realized William's quick reaction had saved him from Athan's attack. A mix of gratitude and urgency surged through him as he met William's intense gaze."Looks like all of us will have to gang up on Athan." Lum
[Do You Want To Restart?][Yes/No]This pivotal juncture, an intersection of digital life and player's agency, mirrored the recurring decision points encountered each time my virtual persona met its end within a game...A choice that now lay before me in the real world.In the crucible of decision, I stood at the crossroads, faced with a pair of life-altering paths stretching before me like infinite horizons.To my left lay the option of regression, a chance to step back into this world once more. Armed with the knowledge of past journeys, I could twist fate itself, molding the intricate threads of destiny to my will. I'd manipulate the very essence of the "Plot," scripting my own narrative to match the cadence of my desires.And on my right, the path of reincarnation beckoned. A fresh start, untethered by memory or circumstance, awaited me in another realm. It promised a life adorned with the treasures of experience, a realm unburdened by the mistakes and shadows of my previous lives
"Papa, what is that?"Turning his attention to the boy inside the tube before them, the man gently patted his son's head, trying to comfort him in this unique and emotional moment."From now on, you'll be having a new brother," he said, his voice filled with hope for the future.The young boy's eyes sparkled with excitement as he clapped his hands joyfully, eagerly looking forward to meeting his new sibling."Now now, there's no need to be too excited. Your brother is still resting inside the machine," the mother chimed in playfully, sneaking up behind her son and pinching his cheeks affectionately."Yeah..." the boy replied, his anticipation mingled with a hint of uncertainty.The three of them stood there, gazing at the boy inside the tube, a mixture of emotions running through their hearts.Unbeknownst to them, the boy inside the tube opened his right eye slightly to take a glance at their direction before closing it back again.......Three years later, the bond between the brot
-Hey, it's him.-Oh... He's probably going to do it again. -...I wonder when will he give up.-Who knows...Ignoring the murmurs about me, I continued walking straight with the help of my cane.Allow me to introduce myself — Vallen Sephtis, a name that often echoes through the halls of Magic High. In the realm of academia, I'm not one to shine in studies or command magic with finesse, all thanks to a certain reason. Despite my academic shortcomings, one particular aspect sets me apart in this hallowed institution — the mask I don with unwavering commitment.This unique mask is a gift from my genius cousin, Chloe. It boasts a distinctive feature, a button discreetly nestled on the side, granting me the ability to switch expressions at will—smiles, nervous glances, looks of confusion, teary eyes, and even expressions of anger. It's a clever solution, since I can't actually show an expression... Not because I'm acting cool or some sort, but because of a specific reason.Perhaps you're w
"Who are...?"The man's words hung in the air, suspended in a moment that was destined to remain unfinished. Before he could complete his sentence, his life slipped away, his final breath dissipating into the ether."Just an ORDINARY student," I stated, my voice as frigid as the unforgiving wind that swept through the scene.With a dispassionate gaze fixed upon the lifeless form before me, sprawled in a pool of crimson, I returned my hand to its resting place in my pocket. The other hand, devoid of empathy, lifted my mask, concealing any hint of emotion that might betray my chilling composure.Allow me to REINTRODUCE myself — Vallen Sephtis, a name that often echoes through the halls of Magic High as a lightheaded simp. In the realm of academia, I'm not one to shine in studies or command magic with finesse, all thanks to a certain reason. Despite my academic shortcomings, one particular aspect sets me apart in this hallowed institution — it's my OVERWHELMING want to live in peace.At t
'You know, you truly are a remarkable antagonist.'......'Do you truly believe that I've found satisfaction?'......'It's your turn to become my PIECE.'......[Synchronizing memory '2'... Complete]***(Vallen POV)"So... I'm not the only one, huh."In the fragments of my recollections, from the era preceding the world's reset, I recollect the actions of the earlier iteration of myself, Athan. Deliberately, he orchestrated an intricate scheme, excising a segment of his own memories and seamlessly implanting falsified recollections in their stead.Before his consciousness was transposed into the the past, he issued a directive to Deus, tasking the entity with overtaking his body. This veiled possession entailed the clandestine elimination of the elderly gentleman sporting a distinguished top hat. Meanwhile, he orchestrated the dispatch of Jack and his associate, Olivia, on a covert mission to infiltrate the organization's ranks. Their primary mandate was to discreetly relay in
Several hours whisked past in a blur. As I gathered my belongings, preparing to embark on my journey to school, I exited my room and embarked upon a solitary walk through the vacant corridor."It's been quiet today..." I mused aloud, the words softly punctuating the stillness. The once-familiar cadence of life within these walls seemed to have shifted inexplicably.I remembered the time when my cousin was still a child. We would often play outside until we're tired. Over time, much like the others, her disposition underwent a subtle metamorphosis, a transformation coinciding with my own affliction of blindness. To clarify, my sentiments towards her remain untouched by animosity. Rather, I suspect her malleable nature might be the root cause—susceptible to the prevailing influence of those around her.Children are easily influenced, which is why my cousin, who was once innocent, now exhibits a brattish demeanor."Speak of the devil..."Abruptly, my steps came to a halt as I fixed my ga