The evening was calm and inviting as Serpens approached the Qingyue's mansion. The thought of having dinner with Director Lan and her mother made him nervous. It was the first time a rich family would be inviting him for dinner and he wouldn't want anything to go wrong.Dressed in a three piece suit, he couldn't help a mix of anticipation, hoping he had not over dressed for the family dinner. He also had this feeling of gratitude for the invitation.As he stepped up to the front door of the motion, Serpens heaved a sigh. With a gentle knock, he tapped on the door and watched it swing open as director Lan herself came to open the door for him, her eyes lighting up with recognition."Hi," she said warmly, smiling at him."Hello," he replied, smiling back. "Thanks for the invitation.""It's fine Serpens. I love your outfit." She complimented him, making him smile again."Thank you," Serpens replied.Kim Qungye appeared beside Lan, extending a hand. "Welcome and thank you for coming. We o
Yul and Winter exchanged glances and then burst into laughter. They've seen everything that happened at the lake when Serpens went to meet Zorvath.Having intimated him, they entered their cars and drove away leaving Serpens all by himself in the middle of the road. "See you, Serpens," Winter said, waving him goodbye.While on their way, Winter couldn't help but smile. The feeling of knowing that he would finally be able to get back at Serpens filled his heart with joy."Nice one guys,'" he said, appreciating every other person in the car."Serpens has no idea what's hit him," Yul smirked. With the evidence they now had with them, they knew it wouldn't be long before they bring Serpens down."So how did you find out he was going to go to the lake that night?" Yul asked, surprised at the cleverness of Winter."Let's just say I have my ways." Winter smiled.After a couple of minutes of driving, they stopped in front of Winter's house."See you tomorrow," they bid him farewell before d
Within moments of Serpens stepping out, the rain intensified into a torrential downpour, a steady roar as millions of rain drops pounded the ground, creating rivulets that quickly turned into streams."Rose!" Serpens called out hoping she'd hear him. She knew Rose was still out and most probably be somewhere around."Rose, can you hear me?" He called out again, still no response.Serpens could hear the wind pick up, howling through trees and around corners, causing branches to sway and leaves to whip about.The rain pounded down in relentless sheets, the storm raging with a ferocity that made the world around him blur. Amidst the chaos, the continuous flashes of lightening and peals of thunder created a sense of awe and trepidation within him.Walking down in the rain, drenched to the bone, Serpens spotted a figure on the ground, laying motionless."Rose!" He screamed rushing to the motionless body on the ground, her skin cold and pale from the heavy rain. He felt her pulse and she
Sluggishly, Serpens made his way back to the hospital, his thoughts consumed by the fact that he had put Rose in danger and his powers were of no use this time around.His eyes welled up with tears as he slumped in the sterile hospital waiting room. The harsh fluorescent lights amplified the worrisome look on his face. He tried holding back the tears that were slowly finding their way down his cheeks. He turned to the wall clock, each tick amplifying his anxiety. It was like his world had shattered into a million pieces. “Rose, please don't die," he sighed.Serpens wished all that was happening at that moment was nothing but a terrible dream - one he'd wake up from to see Rose right in front of him.He couldn't help but blame himself for everything. His thoughts raced back to Winter who now seemed to be endowed with some sort of dragonic power too.Just at that moment, Dr. Sun approached, a folder clutched in her hand, her expression grave. Serpens sprang to his feet, rushing to mee
Frustration was beginning to build up within Serpens as he walked back home. Serena was still awake waiting for him to come back home. “How's she?” Serena asked, noticing the worrisome look on Serpens's face.Serpens was lost with words. He didn't know what to say. The guilt he was feeling for everything that had happened to Rose was eating him up.“She's in the hospital.” Serpens's revealed.Without saying any further words, he walked to his bedroom falling flat on the bed. His eyes darted towards his phone, the realization dawning upon him that he had left at home all the while he was out. He picked it up and noticed that he had missed several calls from director Lan.He noticed she had dropped a text message which he opened immediately.“I've been trying to call you Serpens. Hope you're fine? I just want to thank you for coming around tonight. I hope we can get to see each other next time? Have a wonderful night's rest?” He read.Dropping the phone, he noticed Serena standing by t
Walking through the quiet halls of the hospital, Doctor Sun decided to drop by at Rose's ward and see for herself just how she was doing.The last diagnosis she carried out on Rose was scary. It was as if her heart had stopped beating yet she was still alive. Her skin felt so cold that one would think that she was already dead.A couple of other patients were still in the ward, some already getting ready to be discharged home. As she walked past the other patients, lost in thought, she noticed the life saver that Rose was connected to not beeping anymore.Fear surged through her as she rushed to her side. She just couldn't explain it but there was this unusual connection she had towards Rose like she'd always known her or something.Reaching her bedside, a chill shot up her spine. The room felt unusually cold. Looking down at Rose, she gasped in horror. She was as pale as the sky blue around her, the cold breathed over her skin, frostbitten. It was absolutely freezing out and you cou
Serpens was in his bed that night, his thoughts running around in circles. He didn't know what to do regarding Rose's condition anymore. He had tried all he could within his power to heal her but to no avail.In his troubled state, he decided to put a call through to professor Layton hoping he'd be able to help.“Hello, Mr. Ryu,” Professor Layton began, his voice low and steady.“Sir, I need your help,” Serpens replied, a sense of urgency in his voice.Professor Layton's eyes widened, “Is there a problem?” He asked, his curiosity piqued.“Yes sir,” Serpens replied. “It's about Rose,” he added.“What about her?” Professor Layton inquired.Serpens wasn't sure if discussing it over the phone would be better. “Sir, if you don't mind, can I come over to your place instead?” Serpens desperation came through.“Alright, Mr. Serpens. Let's meet tomorrow morning in my office after class.” Professor Layton suggested.Serpens heaved a sigh as he dropped the phone hoping that his meeting with prof
“You have to find the draconic gem and restore it to the heart of the third sea.” Professor Layton Bagan. “If Aquron should find the gem before you, then there's no way we can stop Bahamut.”“So, if I should get you sir, Aquron has fused with Winter and the reason is for him to find the draconic gem too.” Serpens asked, just to understand better.“Yes Mr. Ryu,” professor Layton nodded.“But why? I thought you said the draconic gem was to defeat Bahamut?” Serpens asked, his curiosity piqued.“Yes, Mr. Ryu…, if Aquron finds the draconic gem before you, it'll absorb it's powers and with the power it'll set Bahamut free. Nothing should make you allow Aquron get the gem before you do.” Professor Layton instructed.“But sir… what about Rose?”“Rose will be fine. You just need to fill her lungs with your own dragon's breath of fire, to prevent her heart from getting frozen.” Professor Layton advised.Serpens felt relieved knowing that there was a way he could stabilize Rose pending when he'l