I looked closely again, but all his pictures were distorted. Perhaps this was because I had no clear view of my father currently, is that it? But I remembered my mother so clearly now. Perhaps, the existence of my mother was stronger in my subconscious than my father. I put down the picture frame. I heard the giggle of the little girl running upstairs. My mother's voice followed. "What I said about running?" The little girl halted and slow down her steps as she walked upstairs. She answered back. Her childish voice sounded all the way down the staircase. "No running after the meal!" "Good! My princess, listen well. I will check later if you brush your teeth or not." "Roger!" My mother looked amused at my answer. She chuckled. "Where did she learn that?" I also wondered, so I have been this playful yet behave since I was a child? I nodded. That was gratifying to know that I am not a bad kid. My mother helped the maids in the house chores. I followed my mother for a while.
The car stopped in front of the familiar school. I did not dare to blink my eyes on the way. Because the destination was the school I probably know, then there's a big possibility I could find the house from there. I just hoped that this memory of phase three would not be forgotten the moment I was out. I stared at the school in front of me. This was the all-girls school I know about. Although the style of the uniform of the students changed a bit, and the school was a lot smaller than the present one, there was no doubt that this was the school Jia and I attended. So my father was actually the owner of this school? This made the investigation a lot easier. I just need to go to the President's office and squat there to meet my father. I desperately sink this information into my mind. So when I came back, I could start my investigation there. No more running around without direction! Don't you dare forget this information, Kelly! I noted to myself as I followed my mother toward t
A/n: I have published a draft yesterday. But now it's fixed. Thanks for waiting. ***** I don't know how long I was in these memories. It might have been a split moment or eternity. I watched as my mother and that scumbag went through the divorce. My mother was a simple housewife. Everything that belonged to her had been put under her husband's name. The big house, the car, and other properties. My mother tried her best to fight in court. However, my mother had no other influence or connection to lean on, unlike my father. She lost everything. The only thing she desperately fight for and was able to win was me. I watched as the big house was stripped away from us. The little girl and I stood in front of the gate. The moving company was all set and ready. The only things we were able to get from this house are my clothes and my mother's belongings. We could not even get a single piece of furniture. "Ally. You are moving now? " The pretty aunt neighbor walked up to us. Behind he
At this time, the little girl grew into a middle schooler. She started to learn the downside of reality. She was not the little girl who lived her life like a princess anymore nor did she believes in fantasies and fairytales. She became a girl who started to know the value of money. One day, at dinner, the little girl suddenly opened a sensitive topic. "Mom, should I transfer to public school?" I know exactly what the girl was worried about. She was attending the private school that her mother once attended. It was a prestigious school where every student was a part of a rich and influential household. The tuition every semester was killing her mother. In order to pay for bills, necessities, and tuition at the same time, my mother worked multiple jobs. My dear mother had never once had a complete day off. The girl might not be completely aware of it, but I who was watching every passing time knew that mother only slept for two to three hours at most. It shows in mother's appearan
Savage voices sounded everywhere. Urging my madness to quench my bloody thirst. Kill them! Make them suffer! Make them regret! Make sure they won't utter those words again! "Die!" A turbulent wave of wind and darkness swirled together to form a massive hurricane inside the classroom. It was full of her resentment, anger, and hatred. I was about to unleash all this darkness when a warm hand suddenly held my hand. "...Kelly." A warm voice called out. But it was so distant. I badly wanted to teach these bastards a lesson they would never forget. They should not look down on us. They should not ridicule and mocked my hardworking mother. "...Kelly...I want you to...." I don't want to be kind like her. I don't want to be forgiving like her. I want revenge. I want to see blood. I want to... "...you to live well..." I won't. Not until I see them suffer! "...happy and contented...." I would only be happy when they all die! I cursed them! "...So that I can rest well." No... T
Lucas stared at me, then he nodded in satisfaction."It seems that your soul is getting stronger. You managed to control a part of the ancient demon while being inside his stomach. You've done well." He patted my head. Hmph. Even if you complimented me like that, I would not easily fall into being your bait again! And why are you patting my head? Although he was still arrogant and annoying, he was nicer than usual. Suddenly, I remembered what Lucas said before the hunt when he was avoiding me. Right, this would be our last hunt together, right? "What are you thinking so deeply? I complimented you but you seemed out of it. You want more praise?" I glared at Lucas. "Cough." Doctor Eye coughed to catch our attention. "It's the end of your memories?" "Ah. I vaguely remember some movements. I think that was the moment when you guys are trying to get me out. Then I entered the merging process. I went the same thing again." My face went ugly. "The. Same. Thing. You get that? I had t
Being a ghost without a physical body was one of the perks of being a ghost. I did not need to recuperate from my injury or weak body. Once the pain was gone, I was back to normal.Carl came to the room afterward and lead us to Sir Reynold."Your luck is truly great, huh?" This was how Carl greeted me.How truly insincere. I swayed my hair arrogantly, "It's not luck but my ability."Carl: "...."Carl ignored my self-serving quotes and turned to Lucas."By the way, why are you wearing sunglasses?""It's a new fashion." Lucas dismissed it by answering nonchalantly.I was speechless.New fashion? You have time to care about fashion while I was suffering? "You guys have gone a great job. I expected there would be casualties. You did not disappoint us. So I especially prepared great rewards for you two." Sir Reynold put two folders on the desk."Your first reward is this."Folders?One has my name and the other one has Lucas.Lucas took the folder but did not open it hurriedly like befor
On the way back to the hospital, no one dared to speak. Both of us have weights in our minds.The 'door to the afterlife' importance to me had now become significant just second after recovering my memories.I should investigate more about this so I could help Lucas.I glanced at the folder. Although I badly wanted to study what was inside, there was a matter at hand that I must first do.When we arrived at our territory floor, I cornered Lucas."So...you promised to me that we are going to talk about it after the hunt was over. Now is the time."Before the hunt, Lucas deliberately avoided me because I saw something that I shouldn't see. It was Lucas' business, but as his partner, it was my business too. I could not help but be angry that he was keeping this to himself.Avoiding me was not the answer! If Lucas was suffering, I, the person who received much help from him should payback and help him.Oh...I sound cool at that, right?Lucas stepped back from my kabedon pose*.(A/n: Kabed
That weekend, I crashed at Jia's home and dragged her to my apartment. Colt was sad but since it was rare for me and Jia to have a girl's party night, Colt finally let go of his soon-to-be wife. Seeing them lovely-dovey and could not even be separated for one night, made me feel bitter. Tsk. With beers and snacks, I told Jia about Laurance's offer. "I told you! He liked you!" "I don't want to think that you are right. But...if Laurence really looks at me that way...it would be hard for me to reject him." "I saw that Laurence twice. I could say he is handsome, tall, and rich. What's not to like about him?" "If Colt heard you he would be heartbroken and jealous." "Colt is not here anyway. Why are you having difficulty rejecting him?" "Because he is my boss. If he confesses to me and I reject him, how would I face him afterward? Would he want to see me after that? I think my job is in danger." "Girl, why don't you just accept Laurence? Since the man like you, give him a chance."
It's been nine years since that incident. It was said that a momentary earthquake around the area caused the club to have cracks in the wall and its ceiling to give out. Nevertheless, the people were injured that night and the club has been investigated. That was when the dead body count increased. There were actually people who died in the club because of an unknown incident. But because they were no proof that they were murdered or any motives behind their deaths, it was only branded as an accident. But there was one thing in common, they died while they were in the club. They were only declared dead when they arrived at the hospital. The club was suspended for not reporting this strange anomaly but they were back in business after a month. After all, it was not the fault of the club owner. Some people said it might be related to the accident eight years ago. But after that, there was no incident that happened again in that building. When I mentioned it to Jia, she just shrugge
Seeing him, I felt my heart tightly squeezed. My body shook. As if I was struck by lightning, I remained dazed and rooted in the ground.It was a strange face that I haven't seen before. But...why...why the sight of him affected me so much?I felt like crying, yelling, rampaging, and crying all over again. As if a pandora's box was opened and all my crazy emotions that I have kept were released. It was an emotion that I could not define.However, what I knew was that the feeling of loss I have suddenly found its meaning- longing.I have never felt such longing before. As if the empty hole in my heart found its piece. It was as if I finally found a light in the darkness where I have been wandering for so long.My nose went sour and my sight blurred. I held back my tears.I don't understand why these overwhelming emotions suddenly came out. But I know it was all related to this man.The man crouched down and checked my ankle.Our surrounding was chaotic. There were people screaming, ob
Jia then told everyone in the group. "I think you guys already have fun. How about we call it a day? Let's all go home."I looked strangely at Jia. Was she hinting at everyone to leave?Is something about to happen?"The night is just starting. When things heated up we will go to the dance floor. Don't leave yet." The group was hot-blooded and wanted to dance all night until dawn.Jia tried to convince them but they were determined to get wild this night.Jia turned silent, she was a bit frustrated.I pulled at her sleeves, "Why are you hinting them to leave?""Well, based on the story of this place I am now sure that there is a demon here. A vengeful one. It has been hiding for eight years after it killed the students. Now, it must have been hungry and looking for victims. What is strange though is that there is no news of accidents that happened here even though this place is running for a year."I don't doubt Jia. So I made a guess. "Could it be the owner is covering it up?""Perha
I asked the group which university they were from, what course they were in and etcetera.My social skills were okay. I could answer and ask questions effortlessly. However, it was just that I don't make deep connections with other people aside from Jia. So oftentimes, after making friends, I won't contact them afterward."It is the first time we saw you two here. Don't you go clubbing in this area?" One of them asked."Honestly, it is the first time we went to the club. We are still adapting to college life." I replied. Some of the people here were seniors. They were kind and gave me advice on what to look out for in the club. Such as not accepting drinks from strangers.We got lucky that we met such a nice group. Even Jia seemed to open up too.They were talkative and kept us interested. At least with them, we don't have to be bored and dance on the dance floor.One of them even opened a spooky topic."Hey. Do you guys know that before this became a club it is a dormitory eight yea
Jia sighed, "That's right. I can see some things that other people don't."I expected it. But I am still surprised."...Can you see ghosts and spirits?""You can say that."I clenched my fist. "...Then can you see if I am haunted?"Jia was surprised. "...Haunted?""I have always felt it. It is always in my dreams, at the bottom of my heart, in the depth of my consciousness. I am haunted. But the problem is I don't know what is haunting me."Jia turned silent."...Is it a person?" I asked.Jia did not answer."Is it my mom?"Jia looked away. "There's no one behind you. You are not haunted by some ghosts.""Then what I am haunted with? What is it? What is making me restless?"Jia shut her mouth tightly. But I could see her struggling.Her hesitation and strange reaction made me think of something ridiculous.Could it be that...Jia was hiding something from me? Could she know about it?However, Jia just looked me in the eyes with pained and complicated emotions."I can't tell you, Kelly.
Another year had passed since then. Although I can't explain this feeling of loss and this emptiness in my heart, as if a deep hole appeared and was never filled, I continued my daily life. I figured that when I wasn't busy with something I end up dazing and thinking about what I lost. It was confusing and all the thinking made my chest hurt. To distract myself, I studied hard at college and work part-time in my free time. My busy schedule kept me going. My thoughts and my unexplainable emotions were put aside. Jia was worried for me ever since I broke down at my graduation. She tried to cheer me up by visiting some other places and letting me meet some new friends. However, even Jia was not good at making friends. She sometimes end up screwing it up or my awkward silence and blank stares made the people we met looked strangely at us. In the end, only our friendship remained. "I am not really interested in meeting other people. I am already busy at school and at my part-time
One year later.... I watched our Principal make an emotional speech for the graduates. The teachers were all proud and smiling. While the students were bored and wanted to finish the speech soon. When the Principal finally congratulated us and ended the speech, the graduates cheered up. The whole venue was filled with loud cheers. I just stood there in a daze, feeling everything was unreal. Today is my graduation from senior high. After I woke up from the coma, I have undergone treatment for two months before I got discharged. When I tried to go back to school, I learned that the entire school got banned and the Miguel family who tortured me so much had been punished severely. Alejandro and Claire were in jail while the recent news about Ella was that she had killed her husband and she was facing a trial. The old man's relatives won't let her go and will make her life worst. She won't be able to bother me anymore. Many things changed after I woke up. The things I wanted to b
A/n: This chapter is fixed. *** Sir Benjamin also looked sad. "Lucas has included this in our deal. I have to make sure you return even if I have to force you. Please accept our last goodwill for you." My tears fall. I understand Sir Benjamin and Lucas' concerns and sacrifice. They were only thinking about me. But my heart and soul were really unwilling. And how could I turn back on Sir Benjamin and Lucas' great effort? Sir Benjamin wanted to use his last remaining energy for me while Lucas was willing to endure a long journey mainly because of me. I looked down at Lucas. He was still unconscious and the black veins in his face reduced a lot. He was not frowning in pain anymore, he looked peaceful as if he was asleep. Would it be the last time that I would see him? Wouldn't I be able to even say goodbye? "You bad man...We can't even say goodbye to each other..." I hugged him tightly as my tears fell on him. Sir Benjamin stood up and turned his back on us. He looked at the