"He's dead," said Barlie.The acute phase struck with lightning speed. Shey collapsed over the body of a child, the oldest of the other children. Fifteen years old. Soon, he would grow up and be ready for serious training. But illness dashed the hopes of Shey and the other RED-EYEZ members."Oh, no ...."Shey turned around and hugged Thom. Thom's hands pushed her back to make her more comfortable. Meanwhile, his was wet with tears of pain. Physical pain would never have been this hard to shed tears. Disappointment, despair, and anxiety wrestled, creating deep wounds.After Shey's sobs subsided, Thom moved to release her embrace. She was the girl who used to be as strong as a thunderbolt but now looked fragile. She couldn't stand properly, so Thom had to hold her shoulders."It's not over yet, Shey. It's going to be okay," Thom said.Shey raised her head while busily wiping her tears. Someone handed her a handkerchief. Shey's gaze gradually rose, following who the owner of the writing
"You think I'll let you go?" Joe crossed his arms on his back. He kept looking back as Ruby walked past him. But Ruby did not do the same. She stared straight ahead even though she stopped because of Joe's words. "I'm serious," Ruby said, "you're going to die in the arena. Maybe not just you. I don't know for sure. Hmm... should I hug them one by one?" "Are you bragging so you can get away from here... or so I'll be on your side?" Joe guessed. "There's no way you're hugging me for no apparent reason," he countered. The famous narrative of the Vampire clan was that their brains were fluid and intelligent. Their ancestors were educated aristocrats who preserved that title for centuries. The vampires said that was what distinguished their caste from the other undead. Ruby wondered, were the vampires in this dead forest outcasts? They occupied this ugly place instead of living in skyscrapers with all the luxuries of the city center and routinely attending balls with wine glasses fil
"Ruby!""Glenn?" called Ruby loudly, like a madman talking to herself on a mountaintop."Can you hear me?""Yes! Yes! I can!""What? Can you hear me or not? Don't speak using your voice. Use your mind!" Hearing Glenn's instructions, Ruby took a deep breath and spoke using her inner voice."Glenn, I am with your dad.""Good! Where are you? Did Alex manage to take you to the black world?""No, we escaped. We are at the top of Mount Pelion. I have sent your dad to pick you up; please wait in the savanna of the wolf clan.""Thank God. Stay there, don't go anywhere; we'll catch up with you! We'll hurry to where you direct us.""Hm, alright. Don't slip while riding. Be careful!"Glenn's voice disappeared like the wind.*** The main pack of northern wolves first went through the forest to meet Glenn. However, Glenn outran them. "How was it? Ruby during?" asked Shey."She's safe at the top of Mount Pelion. My dad brought her and will pick us up soon!" said Glenn in a hurry."Oh, thanks, Go
Ruby threw Doki to the ground. "Tell your employer I will gladly visit him. Also, tell him I'm not willing to have a mayor who keeps ugly creatures like you!" Ruby turned her head, looked at Brian with conviction, and nodded to signal the Goblin's release to deliver Ruby's message."Let him go!" Brian ordered the guards. They released the bound iron. The Goblin ran in disarray, occasionally staggering. Brian ordered the guards to disperse. Meanwhile, he stayed behind with my friends."Ruby! Why didn't you tell us you were leaving?" Jay grumbled."Sorry, I was looking for wind, and Brian invited me. I had no heart to wake you guys up because you must be exhausted."Jay kept not rolling right and left, then decided to check if his lover was okay. "Seeing you weren't in the hut, he woke us all up like a starving cat!" babbled Jordan.Everyone there chuckled."But, is what you're saying true, Ruby? Not just a trick? Are you the granddaughter of our leader?" asked Brian, his eagle eyes
Brian reappeared behind the curtain after asking Jay for permission to retrieve Haris's secret book. He handed over the yellowed sheets of paper. They were then organized into a brown-bound book that was a little dusty and was now in my hands."Alright, Ruby, I hope you can learn it quickly. And not only Ruby, but everyone should also take the time to deepen their skills and strengthen their inner strength so that we can all be equally strong in facing them," said Brian."Let's start trying to strategize," Jay said, holding up a medium-sized map of Baskerville. The center of the map depicts Jemma's area, which was the center of all Baskerville activities and the main target of our attack because that was where the marriage ritual with my father would be held."What if we go through the cursed tunnel?" asked Thomas."You're such a fool! Alex must have put troops there in case we return to base." Shey repeatedly punched her friend on the shoulder. However, Thomas was not tired of givin
It was getting late, and the ritual would take place at midnight. Brian and the guards were getting ready to leave. The distance they were going to travel was quite far from the actual distance because they had to go around the main road. It was estimated that they would arrive at nine o'clock and hide in the forest for about an hour."Ruby will send moonlight and rubies to your hiding place to signal that we can enter the base and disguise ourselves. Have you brought your anti-poison masks?" asked Jay as he stood before us, all lined up like innocent Boy Scouts."Yes, captain!" Brian and his troops answered Jay's question in unison. Their backs were already carrying their supplies with sharpened bamboo sticks embedded in their grips,"Then please start your journey. Take care of yourselves! We'll catch up!" They turned around and started walking away from us. We scattered to Jay's side to see the backs of the formidable warriors who were becoming invisible. While behind us, the tri
How strange. Jemma and Alex didn't do anything. They were waiting sweetly. What were they waiting for? My appearance? Or what?Jemma's aides dragged in a familiar man."Oh, no. They got Brian!"I immediately tugged on Mr. Jordan's arm and lost my mind. I told him to come down, but he refused, saying it was too dangerous to come down now, and that's what they wanted."BRIAN IS DYING DOWN THERE!" For the first time, I yelled at Mr. Jordan loudly. My eyes shook, and I couldn't imagine the worst; I failed to protect my grandfather's confidant. Mr. Jordan could be heard howling desperately at me."Take me to see him now, and if they get me. Please keep fighting." We both landed. Mr. Jordan. Jay suddenly looked at me quizzically."Hey, why are you getting off!" snapped Jay. "I have to face what I have to face!""Ruby, no, you promised-Ruby!" Jay grabbed Ruby's wrist."You're cruel to me, Ruby," He said."I have to see him now!""Welcome, my lovely queen! Come here, give us your hand, an
The captain lowered the anchor. Jay jumped off the deck first. He ensured the situation was safe even if Glenn were there. But the people behind him couldn't be trusted. I would have taken the second turn if Jay hadn't rushed me. He did that so I'd have a handle. "Thank you for your effort, but I can jump," I said, cautiously descending the sloping board. "Precisely that. You were free at Baskerville, so I was worried." We walked on the pier and decided on today's hunting targets. Thomas whined about wanting rabbit, and they complied. "What do you want to eat?" I asked, giving my attention to Jay. "Hm ...." Jay linked his hands behind his back. "Anything goes." "Fine, I'll cook you premium roast beef!" I exclaimed, deliberately raising my voice. "Huh, beef?" Thomas thrust himself into the middle of Jay and me. "I want some, too! Can I join you? May I?" "Didn't you say you wanted rabbit?" snapped Shey as she folded her hands over her upper belly, "after all, the princess offer
Ruby bowed ninety degrees. Though her eyes were fixed on her sand-covered toes, the dark orange shawl's glimpse passed in the breeze. When Ruby straightened up, she was alone—stunned at the moon's reflection. Half of its surface seemed to be bathed in seawater.Ruby wrinkled her watery nose. "That's right. This place is too cold and lonely. It must be boring because you've been alone all your life, Dad."The night wind pierced the surface of Ruby's skin. She rubbed her upper arms, then turned her back to the sea, intending to return to the treehouse. Ruby's gray irises shone as Justin stood up, one leg swaying at an angle. Justin's hands were folded behind his back, waiting for Ruby to face him casually."Uh, you're not sleeping?"Justin walked up to Ruby."Why are you here? Just wait, I want to put—"Who would have thought that Justin was carrying a white fluffy blanket from behind his back? It was stretched out behind Ruby's body, and Justin draped it over the girl's shoulders. The c
"A secret!" said Ruby with a grin."Wow... you're in a good mood. Witches do look this scary, don't they?" Letta shuddered in horror."No scarier than your boss!" said Ruby, "You still want to side with Madam Jenn? I'm a thousand times better than her. Carl Justin has proven it.""Proved it with what?""A kiss," said Ruby.Letta let out a mocking laugh. "Alright. I'm even more convinced I won't be joining you.""Why?" Ruby's voice rose in disapproval. "The kiss was one of our strategies to escape the pursuit of the adjutant fairies, and just so you know, we succeeded!""And, you confidently came here. Does this mean you're finally turning yourself in?""I told you, I persuaded you to leave Madam Jenn."Letta suddenly walked away from Ruby."Hey! Why did you run away, fierce wolf sister?”Giving up is outside Ruby's life dictionary. Even if failing to negotiate meant there was a hidden path, Ruby just needed to find it. Letta's steps led Ruby to the edge of the savanna. Tension immediat
Marco and Ravin exchanged tense glances. Rubbing his glasses with the hem of his T-shirt, Ravin glared at Marco; should he stand by or rush Justin and ambush him? But Marco shook his head vaguely. Marco approached Justin flatly. Marco thought that there's no hoof's worth of danger an Omega can pose."Thank goodness you know where you're from," Marco said.Justin's tense look faded. "It looks like the mission failure didn't cause any serious problems. On the contrary, REDCA is suddenly sitting in an important seat at Paramour," Justin said, "did I miss something?"Justin's cheekbones stuck up. His mouth was dry to maintain that stupid smile. Justin didn't care about Marco's answer. He just wanted the question to flick Marco's pride. Omegas were still part of the pack, and Marco treated his pack badly.Marco nodded slowly. "It was my fault for leaving you with that witch. We thought you wouldn't survive."Justin chuckled, shifting his jaw to one side. "You know that's not what I meant,"
Sterile fluid was poured over the wound. Smoke billowed out. The bleeding stopped, but Ruby grimaced in frustration. Guard Lim's flesh was blackened as if it had been grilled."Eum... I don't think my stomach's in the mood for berries right now," Justin chuckled, twisting his boxy stomach against the nausea.Ruby spread her fingers over Guard Lim's wound. She concentrated on channeling the silver powder. But the powder soaked in quickly, and there was no change. Her energy was drained.Chief Baker slipped his cell phone into the front pocket of his apron. He joined Ruby and Justin after stopping in the corner of the room."My doctor friend is coming in fifteen minutes," Chief Baker explained, "he's sewing up a fairy with a broken wing.""Will he live?" Justin ruffled his loins as he looked worriedly at Guardsman Lim."Judging by the wound... " Chief Baker looked down at Guardsman Lim's wound for a long time.Ruby and Justin exchanged glances, both wondering what he was doing. Justin t
Heading towards the dining room, Justin kept pulling Ruby's arm backward to slow her down. Justin was determined to keep his distance from Medusa's snakes. In Justin's eyes, their slithering movements were a joke, and the stone statues he passed along the hallway felt like they were about to pounce."Who are they?" Justin asked curiously but didn't dare look at them."The thieves.""You killed them so easily."Medusa took Justin's words as a compliment. Ruby, on the other hand, shook her head. She couldn't figure out what kind of wolf Carl Justin was. Many Omegas in the Asylum acted tough in front of the female patients. However, Carl Justin did not even hide anything, no matter how much he wanted to be recognized."Wow! Cool!" Forget about those annoying snakes. Justin was mesmerized by the many dishes on the round table. There are so many foods like jam bread, egg sausage, fresh mango juice, and the star of the show - roast beef."That's especially for you. We bought it at the 24-ho
John raised his arms to his chest. "Please." Madam Jenn then took a sip of bittersweet-flavored coffee. "Thank you, this is delightful."John crossed one leg over the other. "Now tell me where my daughter is." "All right, as promised." Madam Jenn took a roll of paper out of her crocodile skin bag. The palm of her hand was so slippery holding the thing that the scroll rolled down John's leg."Oh dear! Sorry!"John's spontaneity as a true gentleman was provoked. He immediately bent down and picked up the coconut leaf-thick scroll of white paper that was meant for him. Just then, Madam Jenn stood up and leaned forward—a light tap on her false nails and a sprinkle of poisonous powder dissolved in John's coffee.Madam Jenn's speed was incredible. It was as if she had been practicing this mission for thousands of years. John swallowed as Madam Jenn retreated to the sofa."Is that for me?" John asked for confirmation.Madam Jenn nodded. "Open it." The golden tape
A smell had stayed in Justin's nose since he first breathed in with the girl before she fell off the building. Justin stopped in less than two minutes in front of the fallen tree. The sound of breaking branches mixed with a roar, creating a fight noise. Justin watched the fight carefully, waiting for the perfect moment.Right now, Ruby kept avoiding the two wolves that were nearby. There were huge trees that couldn't be knocked down. Ruby attempted to run, but a stunning wolf with white patches around its eyes redirected her. Ruby squeezed her heels together to prevent herself from falling."Cool mask," Ruby exclaimed out of breath. After all, it was hard to leave a wounded woman. "Go away!"The enemy was in view. Birds in the north flew away from the trees, unwilling to roost in the area. Marco let out a roar, startling all the animals in the forest. Birds in the north flew away from the trees, unwilling to roost in the area. Despite this, Marco remained unfazed on his four legs. Th
Justin began eating the wrapped sausage, giving Ruby some relief. It would have been better if Justin finished it in one bite, but that's fine - the first bite was large. A few of the air conditioners were turned off. Ruby was hot, so she removed her hat. Her shiny hair looked lovely, but it was difficult for Justin to swallow. Justin stared with puffed-out cheeks. His eyes widened as though gazing at the vastness of the galaxy. Even in the dark, Ruby seemed to shine in Justin's eyes. "What's your name, by the way? I need to write it down.”"Carl Justin," he reluctantly added. "And you?" "Ruby Cassie Liona," she replied. "Nice name." Justin took a slow drink of water, but it didn't make it down his throat, and he coughed. "Ruby—what?""Is there any problem?" Ruby asked. Justin's brightness faded. His thirst persisted. His body felt rigid, making even setting down a bottle to take a sip challenging. REDCA focuses on her - the exact person Madam Jenn seeks. Justin's mind envisions a
"Don't go out too often. The Caretakers might catch on," complained Dino. "Oh, come on! Just today. I'll miss dinner, but could you please help me out?" Ruby complained, "The boiled potatoes are just for you. Dealing with patients all day must tire you out." "Where are you even going?" "Today, burning of my mother," she said. Dino's eyes lit up. His sympathy faded, and he felt a twinge of remorse. "Even though I never saw my mother's face, I still...." "Miss her. Yes, you say that every year, and I'm sorry I forgot," Dino regretted. "Don't apologize for being senile. It's natural." "No, I am not!" With a laugh, Ruby replied to Dino's warning, promising to wake him up earlier than the senior officers. Earlier than the senior officers. "I promise!" Ruby said, waving her slender fingers gracefully. "Now it's time for you to get sleep."Anthony Dino fell asleep during a daydream induced by Ruby. However, Dino felt slightly content in this situation. Tonight, Ruby allowed him to wa