No Escape
1734 Words
“I think we need to discuss something” Procyon seriously said
“Could we talk about it tomorrow? I am not in the mood right now”
“I just want to get some rest and alone time until this f*****g day is over”
“So please leave me alone will you” I tiredly said
With an expressionless face he left
“Thank Emre that he is not stubborn”
“Now to take my rest” I said to myself
I head to my bedroom and immediately doze off the moment I jump onto my bed. I don’t know how long I have been out but it is still dark or maybe the lights are just turned off and the blinds are closed. I grab my alarm and look at the time is a quarter past three.
“Darn how long have I been out” I said to myself thinking how many hours have I been asleep
I went to the kitchen to grab some water because I am kinda parched. The moment I stepped out of the room, someone sitting on the couch looked like a man in a suit but I couldn't get a clear look at his face because it was so dark.
“Good you’re awake”
“Let’s talk shall we” A familiar tone said
“Wait, Procyon! I thought you’ve left”
“How long have you been sitting there?” I concernly ask
He didn’t answer
I turned on the lights and went to the kitchen and had a drink.
“Say Procyon, want to grab a bite or something?” I politely ask as I pull out something from the fridge
“I’m good I just want to discuss something and it is important” He seriously said
“How about you come over here and start telling me the details”
“I’ll just prepare an early breakfast for myself. I forgot to eat dinner” I cheerfully said
“Looks like someone is in a good mood? Well rested?” He ask as he takes a seat
“Yeah that eleven hours of sleep did hit the spot”
“I feel great today and I can’t wait to win the election later”
“I ma s*******r the other candidates in the debate” I confidently said
“That’s what I would like to discuss of you”
“As the president of the board of directors I can’t allow you to step inside the campus later until the election ends”
“High class spirit arts users sensed concentrated mana when detonated it could destroy the entire open field”
“I am here to talk you out of backing the election”
“If you don’t back down now I have the rights to restrain you” He said
“So in other words you want me to back down because you’re afraid that your son might lose, correct”
“And you good sir won’t accept it correct? To think the future demon lord was bested by a farmer from the rurals. What do you think the other races will think of the demons once that happen”
“I wonder” I said
“You don’t really care of the students for you they are just slaves that are going to obey your every command but I am not one of them”
“If you want to restrain me go but I won’t back down without a fight”
“Let’s see how great is the demon lord” I said
“You know kid I like you”
“You know I could kill you in an instance” He said
“Just like how I killed your entire clan a century ago” He whispered in my ear then I sensed strong mana oozing out behind me
I don;t know why but I started shaking all of a sudden to the point that I can’t hold the knife properly. With the remaining courage I have, I look back and see this huge frightening demon behind me. My heart started racing and my muscles can’t move like I am petrified or something. Even my eyes won’t blink
Then the demon started laughing at me
“What now kid, not as brave as you thought you are”
“If you ask me even how bright and talented you are you don’t fit in this academy”
“Scum like you doesn’t deserve to step inside this city”
“Now that you’ve seen a portion of my power I guess you’ll follow my demands now, correct?” He said as he lifts my chin and look into my eyes
Out of fear I nod
“Good boy” He said as he pats my head
“Act like that and you will have nothing to worry about”
“Now continue what you are doing because I am kinda peckish right now”
“I think I’ll accept your offer. So, what are you preparing for us?” He cheerfully said as he walks back to his seat
“f**k my hands are still shaking”
“Who knew that his presence is enough to shake my resolve like that”
“I never felt mana like that and to think that’s just a portion of his power”
“f**k!” thoughts inside my head
“I’ll just take a quick visit to the restroom”
“Make yourself comfy with my personal blend coffee” I said as I hand over a mugfull then went on my way
I rinse my face and look at the mirror and stare at my face. I give myself a slap thinking everything was a dream and it turns out I am wide awake. I clench my hair out of frustration. Like how on earth am I going to match power like that. For him I am just an insect can be easily squashed
“Darn it!” I shouted to release all the tension out
I started bad mouthing him and cursing him. Seems awfully childish but what the hell. I am close to being the next president of the student council. If only there is a way that I could sneak in without being noticed. I don’t care if everyone will get hurt in the process
After several minutes in the bathroom I continue preparing the food and as soon as I am done cooking we immediately dig in.
“Just so you know don’t try any monkey business”
“We have a great sensory user on outside plus barriers that will prevent you from entering campus grounds”
“So please just obey if you know what’s good for you”
“If I like what you do I might give you incentives in return” He offered
“This chicken is delicious taste like food in a fancy restaurant” He complimented
After we ate our early breakfast he went on his way with a threatening reminder. With a forced smile on my face I nod then walk him to the elevator. I somehow felt relieved the moment the elevator door closes
I went back to my room then suddenly Vermillion’s door opened and he dragged me in. He slams me to the wall then ask
“What did father ask of you!” He raised his voice at me in a frustrated manner
With a grin on my face I said
“He just wants me to back of the election that’s all”
“In fact I am not allowed to enter the campus later until the election is on going”
Vermillion slammed the wall with a furious look in his face
“Surely you have something in mind right?”
“You’re still going right?” He ask
“Sad to say I have run out of options”
“I don’t want to die just yet. I have a family to support” I said
“Looks like you’re a bigger coward than me then”
“I thought I finally found someone with resolve that can face my father”
“And here I am hoping it was you”
“Looks like everything you’ve said is only for show’ Vermillion seems down
“Sorry if you expected too much on me but this is who I am”
“If you can’t accept who me really is then you can just forget about ever meeting me” I said as I place my hand on his shoulder and give him several pats
“Hope you win the election Vermillion” I said then I went on my way
With such regret on my face I sat on my couch
“Ahhhhh!!!” I shouted in frustration
“I wanted to win that election badly but how on earth am I going to face power such immense as he has” I said as I clench my hair because I can’t figure out a way out of this mess
Several minutes sitting and I started to lose my mind. My thoughts are starting to get consumed by my overthinking and it is not very healthy. I feel this heavy feeling until the sun rises. It was morning and my alarm was already wailing. I went to my room to turn it off but the voice of my sister somehow made me into tears.
“I miss my family” I said to myself
I don’t know why but I had this feeling to ditch this place and went back to the village. Maybe city life isn’t for me. I pick up my phone and call Elena. She didn’t pick up so I just left a message. I told her that I am going to use the car to get back home
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