Stacia glared at Zhuyu with vitriol. The man ignored it. I noticed bandages wrapped around his left fingers. Had he injured them during training? A golden glow emanated from Stacia. Zhuyu’s expression shifted to one of annoyance. He ran through his hair with his left hand, giving a sigh. “What’s going on?” I asked Kisai. “Not sure. Her powers are …
Volume 3, Chapter 1-1: Severed Ties
Sunday Winter Break 2016 Week 1 I woke up, expecting Tess’ presence. Thankfully, no one was there. The incident with my underwear weighed on my mind. Maybe I was jumping to conclusions, but Tess appeared the type to put a tracker on things. Could that have been what she meant? “You and your silence, Tess, ” I muttered, heading downstairs. …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-8: The Day After
Saturday Afternoon Winter Break 2016 Week 1 I woke up with a slight headache. Once again, white bedsheets covered me. Wait, was Yuka here too? I checked my right side, seeing Yuka’s head on the bed. She held a book in her left hand. “Oh, Yuki, you’re awake. What time is it?” Yuka asked. “Twelve ten,” I checked my cellphone. …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-7: I Don’t Understand These People
Just the act of Kyoi sitting there, biding her time, scared the hell out of me more than anything. There was no smile, no visible expression, or anything. That was the really terrifying aspect of it. “I’m done. Now, Tess, I know you’re my friend so I won’t have you grade it. So we’ll get a third party to do …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-6: Felicity Goes Crazy
Winter Break 2016 Week 1 Saturday I looked down, seeing white sheets covering me, and Yuka sitting nearby. She noticed my movement, closing her book. “Oh, you’re awake, Yuki,” she declared. “Yeah, I still feel like crap though. What time is it?” I asked. “It just turned 12 a few minutes ago,” Yuka answered. “I haven’t been out for a …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-5: One Glass After Another
Walking back to the bar, I shook my head. Felicity gave me four shots of alcohol during Zhuyu and Shan’s run. I started feeling the effects of it now. Tai pushed a glass of brown liquid over to Ko when we entered the bar. When did she get here? I swore she was still in the dining room when I …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-4: Epic Game of Pong
I headed toward the dining room, interested in what Tess was doing there. I hadn’t really seen Tess outside of school. Even outside of the school, Tess’ personality remained the same. I wondered if I would see another side of her at this party. I felt there was more to Tess than her flat, robotic personality. Walking into the dining …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-3: Of Course There’s a Bar in Her House
I wandered around, finally arriving at a beautiful bar inside one of the rooms. It was outfitted with expensive bar stools and multiple tables. The people inside caught my eye. “Zhuyu and Shan?” I called out, walking inside. “Tomo,” Zhuyu responded. “This is an unexpected place to see you,” I commented, looking at the two. Zhuyu wore a grey sweater …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-2: In the Kitchen
Felicity pointed out the large living room we passed by. Okay, this was just beyond ridiculous. Her living room was three times the size of mine. It had the following items: six couches, four coffee tables, three recliners, a 60 inch TV on the wall, a home speaker system with expensive looking equipment, a small dining table on the right …
Volume 2, Chapter 4-1: Felicity’s Ridiculous House
Winter Break 2016 Week 1 Friday “Tomo, Tomo, Tomo…,” a voice beckoned. “Please, just let me sleep for a few more minutes,” I groaned, waving my hand at whatever called out to me. I settled my head back into the pillow after hearing no response. The comfortable feeling of my pillow never failed me. When I next awoke, it was …