As soon as I got out from the floating door, I was sprawled all over the floor, my stomach churning. I quickly shut my mouth to stop myself from vomiting.
I will never get used to that freaking door!
When I finally recovered, I look around and scanned my surroundings. I was in a place which looks like a studio apartment. There's a small kitchen, a bathroom and two beds.
There were also two brown closets. I opened both of them and can't help but to stare with amazement as I saw different kinds of clothes. The other closet has spare violet suits while the other has white. Obviously, the latter was mine.
I think I'm currently in the girls' dormitory. Maybe Flynn and Levi got transported in the boys' dormitory.
I wonder who's my roommate?
While waiting, I quickly freshen up and changed my clothes. I decided to wear a white trouser, tucking my navy sweater in. I used to tie my hair every time but decided to let it down for a change.
Laurent quickly made his way towards me. He wrapped me in his embrace, hugging me tightly. I was unsure of what to do so I patted him gently on the back.He was panting heavily as he buried his face on my neck, his hand holding my head gently."Do you know how scared I am Harper?" He whispered, exhaustion was heard from his tone.I couldn't help but to feel guilty, his hair was still unkempt, he was not wearing his usual clean suit. He was wearing a white shirt and a plain black pants."Who brought you here?! I went looking all over for you.""Ooh, I smell a love triangle." Elixa giggled while eating. My forehead creased when I noticed she already had a popcorn on her lap.My heart thumped nervously when his eyes darted on Killian. If looks can kill, my CEO is gone right now.Laurent put me behind him and faced
"Before we end our discussion I have an announcement to make," Laurent declared. He is in a good mood today judging on how he keeps smiling. "We'll be switching partners for the next tournament." "What?!" "Is that possible?" "This wasn't done in the previous school years." Whispers filled the room as we are all puzzled by the sudden changes. I shot a glance at Killian and he was glaring intensely at Laurent. He looks like he's about to punch him. "What's wrong with these two?" I mumbled as I saw how Laurent flashed a grin as he stared at Killian. He is too childish for a professor. Who in the world approved of him to be teaching here? Ah, right. They can't say no to him because he's a guardian. I bet they didn't like the idea of him teaching but they don't have a choice. That's mother Laurent for you. "Is this your doing, Professor? Are you really that desperate?" Killian
“Y-you can’t use your powers?”“Yes.”Mother of cow. Does this mean I’m going to fight all by myself?Then how about Grave?Moral support?!But then why did Claw Academy accept him if he can’t use his powers? I am certain the academy is built to hone and improve our abilities.What happened that made Grave unable to use his power?What could be his reason?“Then how about me? Will I fight all by myself or will Grave accompany me in the battleground?”“Uhm, I’m still thinking.” He said and stared at the wide clear sky.I can’t believe this.
I cannot move an inch. My eyes widen as my complexion turned pale. He was powerful.Too powerful.I felt shivers all over as I saw his raging dark eyes. It was full of rage, anger,hatred.He felt like a seal that's been closed on purpose and now that seal was no longer gone. There was nothing to suppress him anymore. There was nothing left to stop the wrath that's been pestering inside him for too long.Now, I was unsure if I did the right thing or not. I was unsure if this would really do better or just make things worse.One thing I'm certain of,this is all my fault."G-grave..."
"Thank you"I halted and turned at Grave. I was surprised when I saw a genuine smile painted on his pale face.It was the first time he showed a positive emotion."I did nothing. It's all because you mustered your courage and decided to face your fears. I only gave you light push."He trudged towards me but the I was dumfounded by his next actions.He wrapped me in his arms. He might be cold, but I could feel that warmth from him. Grave is a good guy."Still, thank you. I might have continued living with fear but you helped me get past through it. Thank you, Ha
"Laurent I need to tell you something-" "Victoria," I was frozen still as tears started to stream down his eyes. He was looking at me with pain, with sorrow, with love. "Victoria," He repeated, trying to get calm as he heaved a deep sigh. His longing eyes once darted at me again. "Harper, you might be her." "You are her." "W-what?" I took a few steps backward as I felt a chilling sensation running down my spine. Confusion was written all over my face as he continued to gaze at me with those yearning eyes. What is he talking about? One after another? My head was still in mess with the things I'd discovered today. I am still uncertain of what to do. I am still in shambles. I still do not know what to do. Now, this? What does he mean by those words? I am Victoria? How does that make any sense? "If..." His voice trailed off. He was in a state of chaos, he was a me
"I am Eirene Victoria de Beaumont," My voice cracked as everything went back flooding in my mind.Things of the past suddenly flashed right before my eyes. It was not complete. It was only a fragment of what had happened 50 years ago but it was enough to let me know who I really am.I am the Great Chamber."H-how..." My voice trailed off, my body trembling as my legs felt weak."You should first calm down," Laurent held me in the shoulders and helped me to sit on the couch. He handed me a glass of water as his eyes continue to gaze at me with warmth.For a moment, I found my chest throbbing as my eyes met his. We were silent for a moment, until I found him sitting across me, his eyes melting my heart, his soft touch as his hand held mine was giving me the warmth which might have been one of the things I've been yearning to feel again.
Harper's Pov /One month ago/ I still couldn't believe I survived that accident. As to how Laurent saved me, I don't even have the slightest idea. Come to think of it, I haven't even seen even the slightest bit of his power. He never showed it to anyone. I don't even recall him using his ability. I wonder how strong he is? I went into the place where the bus was brought. It was filled with vehicles which also had damages. I peek at each corner, searching to where my bus was placed. I am here because I am still curious about something. It has been bugging my mind since day one. What causes that bus accident? What happened on the roof that made the vehicle swerve into the other lane? What is the mystery behind my almost death? My tracks stopped as I heard some voices from afar. Maybe some staff or other passengers who wanted to see the bus. That accident of us has been the talk of the t