Past Shadows

Dishing Blows

“ You really don’t know what is good for you. What do you think you are? Do you really think we can’t deal with an impulsive lass like you. You actually dare to refuse the stake off death I offered. Good. Very good. Today, I will teach you a lesson. But don’t fret, you won't get to remember, since you definitely wont see the light of tomorrow. “ Jake ranted angrily. The mood of his minions also lightened up on hearing Alisa’s opposition.

“ You!… Why remain impulsive to the end? Just leave. You dying with me won’t give me any sense of joy. It will only bring pain, more pain. How about this? I have a weapon that is quite lethal. I will hold them off for a short while. Quickly search for a route and elope. Later, you could find my mom, a rich woman called Mrs Oliver. Tell her I am sorry for everything. All the pain and trouble I have caused her; I am really sorry. LEAVE NOW! “ Prisca yelled as she pushed herself to Alisa’s front. She waved her glass in a zigzag manner at the boys, aiming to keep them in place for a short while.

Alisa watched her drama with a gaze mixed with admiration and ridicule. Her action of willing to use herself as a bait was nothing short of fascinating. Especially for a rich heir

.

Normally, rich heirs, in situations akin to this, will Rłspare no effort in saving themselves first. They wouldn’t even mind deserting their friends and helpers to their perpetrators just to save their own skin. Such is their usual code of conduct.

But here stood one who defies this logic blatantly, acting contrary to expectations. Alisa being amazed was no overreaction.

But still, her anxious and intense act made Alisa want to laugh. But she held it back in order to not make her supposed sacrifice look like a joke. Thus, she could only smile foolishly.

Finally getting a hold of her emotion, Alisa stepped forward and held Prisca’s shoulder. “ Don’t worry, nothing will happen to us. Step back first. “ She consoled.

But Prisca wasn’t going to buy that. To her, Alisa was just an overconfident lass who had forgotten her identity as one. Taking in four rascals was definitely not something she could achieve. Hence, couldn’t let her.

“ Aren’t you listening to me, I said; leave. There isn’t a need to show off in the face of death. Leave now. “ Prisca scolded.

“ I… “ Alisa tried to explain once more, but Prisca’s yell shut her up.

“ Just Leave… Safe yourself. “ Prisca yelled in frustration once more. Alisa’s stubbornness, as she thought, was giving her a headache.

‘ Why did I have to encounter such a frustrating person while on my last leg. Could this be karma for the way I treated my mom or what?‘.

Suddenly, “ Watch out! “ Alisa yelled. The reason for her yell was a stone sent flying towards Prisca by the boss, Jake. She was still immersed in Prisca’s drama hence, she failed to notice it on time. Therefore, she couldn't stop stop it.

Thankfully, it wasn't aimed at any significant part of Prisca’s body, but somewhere else. It flew until it reached the glass on Prisca’s hand, and then knocked it off.

The glass fell to the ground and shattered into pieces, returning Prisca to a defenseless state.

A smirk immediately formed on Jake’s face. This was his aim; making her defenseless again.

“ Boys, quickly surround them. “ He yelled at his minions.

His words were processed fast enough and they quickly formed a circle, surrounding the girls from all sides.

“ What are you going to do now, you presumptuous brat. What? Are you finally scared? * Laughter *. Later on, while in the midst of the punishment, I want you to remember that every pain and misery you will feel is something you brought upon yourself. Stubbornness is not necessarily a good thing, especially not in front of the likes of me. Now you must face the consequences. “ Jake referred to Alisa.

“ Humph! Bluffing. “

“ What did you say? I didn't hear that clearly. “

“ I said you are bluffing. “ Alisa replied.

“ … “

‘ Why is she still pretending? ‘ Jake pondered in confusion. Normally, in situations like this, facades are supposed to be broken due to fear. Alisa’s should have been broken then. While was she still able to pretend…

‘ Could she really have something she relies on? ‘ Jake thought. Thus he scaneed her once again, looking for the sight of anything amiss. But he found none.

‘ Then what could be wrong. ‘ Jake thought.

“ Boys, get her. “ He commanded.

Without any dawdling, the boys made their move. But before they could come closer, Prisca drew her behind herself, shielding her from the boys. She circled around Alisa as a form of protection against the boys.

“ I won’t let anyone hurt her. “ She yelled.

“ You! Boys get her first. Just don't her, or you will pay. After all, she is my future bride. “ He commanded again.

The boys naturally obliged.

One quickly plunged towards Prisca in an attempt to grasp her forcibly.

‘ Its over. ‘ Prisca thought in dismay. She shut her eyes closed and awaited her capture.

Indeed, she was grasp. But surprisingly not on her hand, but her shoulder. Also not from before her, but behind her.

It was Alisa who grabbed her and drew her back. After which she stepped forward to confront the incoming rascal.

Seeing her action, Jake’s minion who made the move grinned. ‘ Just the one I want to deal with. Now I don't have to hold back. ‘ He thought, fantasizing on things he could do to her.

Soon enough, he got to her and got rid of the distracting thoughts. The time for the main event had come.

He stretched out his hands in a moderate pace. Still, for a lass, it should be considered as a quite fast one.

Alas, the one he was against was the esteemed Alisa; the renowned fighter.

The only reasons they dared to fight her with bare hands was either because it was dark so they couldn't recognise her, or they were unfamiliar with her; probably because they weren't from this neighborhood.

Against the incoming fist, Alisa didn't fret one bit. Instead, she took a step to the side, effortlessly dodging the punch. What followed after was a fist connecting to the face of the attacker. He was immediately sent plunging backwards.

“ You… “ He muttered, trying to put together a few words. But his body couldn't handle even a single more word. With the escape of the last breath of fresh air, he fainted.

“ … “

His fellows were shocked. Jake was no exception. Neither was Prisca.

‘ So fast. ‘

‘ So strong. ‘

‘ So flexible. ‘

They all thought.

But Jake quickly snapped out of the astonishment. ‘ It must be luck. Yes! luck. ‘

“ Boys! Lets go together. “