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2024-10-29 19:42:56IN FRONT of Gaia stood a God Tier. His eyes glowed a golden hue as he stared at her. She felt her knees shake due to the intensity of his gaze.
"And who are you to command me?" The newcomer spoke calmly but with a firm question. Gaia's tongue faltered, but she was determined to defend him. Zeira saved her earlier, so Gaia felt it was her turn to protect her.
"Let go of Zeira... She did nothing wrong," Gaia's voice, though shaky, carried courage. The man's face darkened because of Gaia's resistance. However, he slowly lowered Zeira, who almost lost her balance if not for Gaia's support.
"Are you okay, Zeira?" Gaia asked when she noticed Zeira weakening. Zeira nodded, then shot an accusing look at the man named Zhyke, who still stared sharply at Gaia.
"Z-Zhyke, please don't involve Gaia. I know you will punish me, but she's not part of the trouble." Gaia frowned at what she heard.
"But, Zeira? You didn't do anyth—" Zeira looked at Gaia, silencing her.
"Gaia, please... You won't be able to handle the punishment," Zeira said with a hint of concern in her voice, and for the first time in months, Gaia felt warmth inside. But she quickly closed her eyes, trying to forget that feeling.
"Tagging along with an ordinary is very unpleasant to see, Zeira. Know your place in this society; you're supposed to be on top with us. Stop tagging along with the pawns," Zhyke exclaimed. Although Gaia didn't fully understand the terms he used, she felt anger towards the man. She wondered who he was.
"Proceed to the punishment room later, Zeira," Zhyke said before turning away. Gaia kept looking at his back, and when she heard Zeira sigh in relief, she turned to her.
"Sorry, Gaia, for getting you involved in this mess," Zeira apologized as they made their way to the cafeteria, drawing attention from many students.
"Don't worry! I'm fine, Zeira. Nothing bad happened to me. In fact, I should be thankful to you. Thank you, Zeira," Gaia expressed her gratitude sincerely, something she hadn't done in a long time. Zeira smiled at her and hugged her.
"I'm not wrong in choosing you as my friend, Gaia." Gaia momentarily paused at that word - 'friend.'
"What's wrong?" Gaia dismissed the recent events from her mind and just smiled at Zeira before leading her to a seat in the cafeteria, near the glass wall that showcased the Academy's garden. They sat down, and as Gaia remembered the term Zhyke used earlier, she was curious about the man in front of them.
"Ah, Zeira, what did Zhyke mean by calling us 'pawns'?" Gaia asked her after they ordered food.
"Ah, you're new here. There's a system in the Academy based on the strength of each student's ability. Every year, five students are chosen to lead the others. They're called the Royalties, each with a name above the others. The guy earlier is Zhyke Myr Loris, the King. The girl who brought you here yesterday, the one with silver hair, is the Queen, Rania Lintor. After them are the Bishop, Knight, and finally, the Rook, which is me. And what Zhyke meant by 'pawns' are those beneath the Royalties," Zeira explained. Gaia was amazed, but she couldn't help feeling disgust at the label used for the pawns. This was also the reason why Zeira was known in the Academy - she belonged to the Royalties.
"So, uhm, are there other God Tiers aside from the King?" Gaia inquired, wanting to know if that man was genuinely powerful.
"God Tiers are rare, only about 5 out of 100 here in our country. And no, Zhyke is the only God Tier in this Academy, and probably in the entire country's Academy. That's why Zhyke is feared and obeyed here. So, Gaia, try not to anger Zhyke. Zhyke's a beast," Zeira warned, and Gaia wanted to laugh at what she heard, but she held it back. She thought, 'He’s a beast? So what am I?'
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EVERYONE turns their attention to Fier as he speaks, still seated and staring straight at the whiteboard.Whispers fill the room as Fier's unusual interference prompts a reaction from their classmates. Gaia and Zeira remain standing amidst the commotion, hearing their classmates push and shove each other, trying to figure out who was responsible."Mister Kraig, I'll take care of it. Now you two, take your seats," Gaia walks weakly, guided by Zeira."Such a waste of time," Zhyke hisses, audible enough for Gaia to hear. He glares at her as if she's the most insignificant thing in the world. Gaia clenches her fists as she takes her seat, trying to ignore the pain."Gaia, should I take you to the infirmary?" Zeira whispers to Gaia before she sits. Caiz also glances at Gaia, seemingly agreeing with Zeira's suggestion."N-no, Zeira, I'm okay. Besides, the class is about to start," Gaia forces a weak smile. She doesn't want to burden anyone. Zeira sighs and nods."Gaia, always stick close to
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ZHYKE still pulls Gaia until they exit the coffee shop. "What happened there, Zhyke? Who are they?" Gaia asked. "They're nothing, and don't you dare overthink what I did. Miss Sage, leave you to me, so you're my responsibility," Zhyke replied sharply to Gaia. "I know that, jerk. Protecting me is the last thing you'll do," Gaia retorted. Zhyke got annoyed with Gaia's response, expecting gratitude. "Fvcking talk to me properly, Gaia," Zhyke demanded. As they headed back to the Academy, Zhyke still didn't let go of Gaia. So, Gaia quickly withdrew her hand as they entered the gate.As they entered, Gaia heard shouting near the gate, and she recognized it was Zeira. She immediately ran and she found Zeira struggling against those holding her."Let me go! What the hell! Let me kill that asshole!" Two guys held Zeira's hands, and Miss Sage stood in front of her. Gaia raised an eyebrow, seeing the slight bruise on Zeira's cheek. Despite Zeira's continued struggle, Gaia approached. "Let me go!
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EVERYONE turns their attention to Fier as he speaks, still seated and staring straight at the whiteboard.Whispers fill the room as Fier's unusual interference prompts a reaction from their classmates. Gaia and Zeira remain standing amidst the commotion, hearing their classmates push and shove each other, trying to figure out who was responsible."Mister Kraig, I'll take care of it. Now you two, take your seats," Gaia walks weakly, guided by Zeira."Such a waste of time," Zhyke hisses, audible enough for Gaia to hear. He glares at her as if she's the most insignificant thing in the world. Gaia clenches her fists as she takes her seat, trying to ignore the pain."Gaia, should I take you to the infirmary?" Zeira whispers to Gaia before she sits. Caiz also glances at Gaia, seemingly agreeing with Zeira's suggestion."N-no, Zeira, I'm okay. Besides, the class is about to start," Gaia forces a weak smile. She doesn't want to burden anyone. Zeira sighs and nods."Gaia, always stick close to
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5: Vines Attack
GAIA is currently walking with Zeira towards the classroom. Gaia is grateful to have someone to walk with in the Academy."By the way, Gaia, which class are you in?" Zeira asks her."Ah, I'm in XII Class A," Gaia replies, and Zeira taps her shoulder, chuckling."Of course, surely you'll be in Class A. Thinking that your intelligence is beyond normal, like you said. That's great, Gaia; we'll be classmates then," joy is evident in Zeira's voice. Gaia laughs in response to Zeira's reaction. She is happy because of someone, after going through months of hardship. 'Should I give her a try?' Gaia thought."What are you thinking?" Zeira asks Gaia, noticing her deep in thought. Gaia shrugs and smiles at her. "I'm just happy that you chose me as your friend, even though I'm just an ordinary student. I was supposed to follow your orders because I'm just a pawn," Gaia genuinely tells her. Zeira just pouts at her then playfully hits Gaia's arm."I know that you're a genuine person, Gaia. Student
