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
Patrick and that female senior Arvena left early in the morning, along with Guinevere and Pierce. They don’t have critical wounds like me, so it would look bad on Terrace’s face if they push the privilege further.Jake and I are the only one left. And Terrence’s family.Seems like that incident last night made Terrence’s mother think that I’m currently in need of support. And what’s more fitting than having a family over to give ‘me’ the emotional support that ‘I’ need?Family.“I’ll be gone just for a few hours, okay? I will be back with your dad and little sister.” She said as she packs her things.I watch her flatly. I don’t like the idea at all, because it’s been months since I met them and I really don’t remember them at all. I don’t even remember their names.Even when Terrence’s father was here yesterday, I was just pretending to be goody woody with him so that he wouldn’t be worried about me and come for another visit.But now she’s going back to fetch him. I have to stop her
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
As soon as the door opened, they were presented with an average room. There were desks with different kinds of tools on it, boxes of irons, gears, and iron bars, and also weapons.The room looked like a shed, but there were also glasses of chemicals on the tables on back of the room, which made it look like a part of laboratory.There was a young man with brown hair standing in front of them. He’s was wearing lab coat and glasses, and yellow rubber gloves. He was around 5ft tall and he looked upset.“You’re late!” Said the guy.Mr. Cromwell scratched his wrinkled cheek. “We are…?”“We need you here a day ago! Where were you?!” The brunette put his hands on his hips. He looked really upset.“But our student had just been discharged.” The old man tried to explain.“You have a lot of students! Take one as replacement, I don’t care!” The blonde yelled closer to Cromwell’s face.Then big steps echoed from the back of the room, and then appeared a big man with the same military uniform with
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
The present.The same day in the hospital.[The Shop sells weapon and its upgrades, items, tools, and cards. Your trading points will either increase or decrease after you made a transaction. Given your slightly meticulous nature, I have also added the log feature where you can check your trading points earning and transaction history.]I almost choked on my macaroni. Not because I felt insulted, but because it was funny to me. If I can be honest to myself, I am not ‘that’ meticulous.But maybe the System is judging me like that based on the performance I’ve put up. Like making strategies and preparing things for the mission.“Eien no mamayoni?” Clarita, or Rita, Terrence’s little sister looked at me with a frown.I should’ve just enjoy this visit, but I just couldn’t help it. So I’m studying while babysitting this lovely little lady.She must’ve thought I don’t like the food, which makes her sad because mac and cheese is her favorite.The interface disappears and I smile at her. “No,
I didn’t notice that my reaction surprised Rita, and now she’s looking at me in confusion.‘If it’s magic cards… Do you mean I can finally use magic?’ I asked the System.[Yes.]I gulp hard. ‘Real magic?!’[Yes.]I instantly cough.Terrence’s mother instantly springs to her feet and brings me water.“Take it easy, sweetie…” She rubbed my back softly as I gulp some water.Rita pointed at me. “Mamayoni shtuck.”I hear a snort which followed by a slap from the other bed in the room.“I-I’m fine.” I said.“Are you sure?” Terrence’s mother asked in concern.“Yes. It flowed down already. I’m good.” I forced a smile.Terrence’s mother shakes her head and sits back with Jake’s mother.I sigh helplessly. ‘That was so embarrassing. Who the hell choked on mac and cheese?’I feel small hands patting my chest. “Eien okay. Okay.”I couldn’t help but smile at Rita. “Thank you, Rita.”Rita smiles at me and points to the water bottle in my hand.“Oh, I’ll drink again later.”She shakes her head and po
As soon as it was done updating, I see the total had changed into 2763.It makes me frown deeply because I’m surprised it only adds up 563 points after all those things I’ve done. And I could only use it either to buy a grenade or a magic card. I don’t think it’s fair.‘Is it really the accumulation of my points?’ I wonder as I scroll through the list. It’s very detailed in my points earning.The 27 points had been multiplied by 10 which makes it 270 TP. And the other big points I have earned is that extra points for the “Baby Kapo” collectible.The Sujin swarm that I killed with my bomb in 15th floor, is also listed here. It has been accumulated into 26 points which means I have killed 26 of them at once.Shutting down the Connector crystals gives me 15 TP, which was quite generous. But I kinda wished it would give me more because the effort of going into the Control Room is very, very hard.I almost died multiple times, and yet, it only adds up 500 TP for my effort.It’s… Unfair.‘H