Chapter 10

Chapter 22: My Curiosity can turn into an Obsession Here I am today in our classroom at Angelique Academy, of course we"re still wearing the Demonique Academy"s uniform because we"re too lazy to get dressed. Atsaka ok lang naman dahil kulay puti naman ang suot namin, the profs don"t mind too. Nyphe"s busy listening while I am not listening. Because I already studied this lesson and I already know this lesson, there is nothing new. So I busied myself with taking note of the likes and dislikes of the prince. Taking down notes is important of course, maybe you know something related to his wing. Besides his wings, I"m also busy studying his blessing. I actually asked questions to people with blessings that control stuff, like older brother who controls people and some other person who controls things. I also read about some blessing related to the dead, all I can say is… his blessing is indeed an S class type. S class are some powerful blessing but with a heavy flaw. Kuya"s blessing isn"t S class like Lyf"s but my kuya"s class would be A class. My blessing is around B-class and for Nyphe it's C-class because it's a support type. Lowest class would be D-class. As long as the S-class is super duper dangerous especially to its users. The impact on itself and the people around them is strong. So I"m finding a way how he can properly control his blessing without affecting himself. My idea is the ancient-related magic thing, just the forbidden magic. Maybe that can help? After class we went hunting with another angel. I wasn"t focusing enough because I was busy thinking about where I could learn ancient magic. Hmm? I didn"t realize we were done. We went back to Demonique Acadamy and headed straight to the border. As I was thinking, Nyphe suddenly became angry. "You know you've only been on the tail of that man for a month, what will you get for chasing after that?" Nyphele raised an eyebrow complaint. "I know you"re curious about new things, no fear of what. But that's from the demon race. " He added more. "Curiosity can lead you to danger sometimes." "What are you, you"re overthinking things! Aren't you interested to know why his wings are white instead of black? " smiling I asked. "He's from the demon race yet he has white wings, maybe it's not dangerous to know why is that?" I added. "If I know that's not all you want to know, you're being such a stalker right now." He responded to what I was saying. "Stalker? Me? do i look like a stalker It's good for me to be a stalker. " I cheekily smiled at what she said. "How can you say I'm a stalker- "Well lucky you, I have a list here." My eyes got bigger, what? She grabbed a small notebook from her bag. "I have a list of the things you do with her." She immediately burned it… or should I say she used her ability to hide the small notebook. "Wait- you won't even let me read it?" I will ask. "I know you will take the notebook and keep it. So I just preceded you, I will give you the notebook after I report it to your brother. " My eyes widened even more. "Aish! You're my best friend, why are you reporting everything I do to my brother? " I played a game with the mixture in my head, I need to clean this. It was stained with blood again, I forgot to clean it. What if the prince saw it? He"ll feel disgust of course. "Isn"t it time for you to stalk the prince in his hunt again? Now is their hunt schedule, right? " I was stopped by what Nyphele said. It's Friday. "OMG YES! You really fell from the sky Nyphele! Even though you are not supportive of what I do. You still manage to remind me things. LOVE YOU! " I shouted loudly once flying away. I already know why he is my bestfriend. sumbungera nga lang kay kuya, but I"m sure she"s just concern saakin. I immediately went to find the prince. But its weird because I didn't see a demon with white wings at the hunting entrance behind their academy. "Where is that white demon?" I can see that quickly because of his white wings, but he"s not there with his team. I ran around and went to the building where the demons were in class, maybe he was still in the classroom? I was about to enter when I heard a voice… "I told you I like you, why are you pushing me with that woman? I don't want anything. " Huh? Isn"t that… the famous demon prince"s voice? "Don't raise your voice, someone might hear you're gay." It was as if cold water had been poured on me. WHAT?! Because my face was thick, I immediately opened the door and pointed at the prince. "YOU"RE WHAT !?" The prince lazily looked at me and smirked. Napalunok naman ako ng paulit ulit… Did I take this curiosity of mine too far? AND WHY IS HE SMIRKING- "You heard right- "Hah! What if you"re gay? This doesn"t stop my curiosity and interest. " I cut to what he said. He looked at me badly, I don looked at Fallon, he"s gay too? I should have noticed both of their… sexuality if so. My observation was never wrong, but sometimes it"s hard to read this prince. I proudly put my hand in my chest and smiled. Gay or not: True or not true- There is nothing forbidden as an angel or demon, it also doesn"t matter if you are gay or etc. this is normal in today"s society. After I said that I ran away, my mind"s flying somewhere apart from Lyf"s gender identity. I was thinking where I could find ancient related stuff. "Huh? We just got back, we have a mission right away? " I asked in astonishment. That"s right, the exchange student thing is done since one month has passed. Of course Lamia and Fallon said goodbye to us. Don't think about Lyf, that dude barely talks. Also, Fallon told me about the acting incident that they were gay whatsoever. I didn"t really mind since my mind was flying non. So my guess is right that they are not gay, I mean I told you I can easily notice things. Except for Lyf, I guess it's through Fallon. Fallon is really easy to read so I knew that right away. While Lyf? I can almost believe don. But whatever, I can quickly move on with those. But I can't easily move on with Lyf of course. Especially since my questions are still unanswered. "Apparently you're one of the top hunters so we would be needing you too." Nyphe answered my question. We are now in the Angelique Academy dorm, since our representation is over. We can still go to Demonique Academy whenever we want because it is being implemented that angels and demons can roam around in all Academy. That rule was just released so everyone here now is exploring Academies. Since Nyphe and I are done with those, we"re resting now. "Don't worry, your prince will come." Of course my eyes lit up immediately, Nyphe really knew what I wanted. I also told Nyphe about what I discovered about Fallon and Lyf"s sexual identity. Of course she gave me a ‘what-did-you-say?" Look. Oh see? Even he does not believe. If I were to announce it in public, I bet I"d be a laughing stock. Actually, I told Lyf about it. ‘What if I spread that you"re gay? Wouldn"t that tarnish your reputation? " ‘" He didn"t mind, so it was really good that Fallon told me about their acting. Sadly I wasn"t able to tease him about it. I would have teased him about the acting, why did Fallon say that late? Hayssss, but… hmm? I have an idea. It's really good and we can go to the other academy whenever we want to! "By the way Nyphe, when are we leaving?" "Later-" "WHAT !? MAMAYA ?! DO THEY HAVE NO CHILL ?! " I asked confused, who wouldn't be angry with that? immediately? Let me rest again- I have to study spells and enhance my blessing so I'm busy with that, in addition to the hunt and my class assignments. Like literally I don't have time to rest, just now really and we'll leave again later? My Godddddneessssss- "Wait, are you coming on a mission? I thought you have something to do with your family and you said that you will not participate in school related stuffs first. " I asked in astonishment. He coughed so I became even more curious. What the heck is she up to? I just ignored that and went to sleep. She didn"t answer anyways… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ' I woke up because of the smell of coffee, what the heck- "What's up- PRINCE LYF ?!" "Oh, you"re awake?" I turned my attention to the speaker, brother !? So I looked around and saw Fallon, Nyphe, my brother and prince Lyf sitting in the living room. I was sleeping in the sofa and not in my own room- "wait- what are you doing here ?!" "Discussing the mission" he replied and I raised an eyebrow. "In our dorm room? In the middle of the night !? " I asked again, with the prince ?! It's really good and I'm wearing a good nightgown. It would be embarrassing if he saw me with my sleeveless dress for sleeping. Nyphe has packed up and all I need to do is dress up. "Didn"t Lady Nyphele tell you about the mission? Well whatever, Prince Lyford will explain it to you along the way. " I coughed at what I heard. Explain? Who? Si Lyf? He doesn't even like to talk and then explain? How about Nyphe then? Looked at Nyphe who was busy talking to older brother. Was she this focus as long as there was a mission? "Lady Dethryia, this mission is a secret mission. Held only by Headmaster Ares and Headmaster Dasher. " I turned my attention to the speaker and it was Fallon, oh thank God there was another one who wasn't busy with them. Nyphe and kuya is busy discussing ok ?! Lyf is busy being quiet, so Thank God Fallon"s here. "The mission is to check the ruined village." I nodded. "I'm sorry, I fell asleep right away because I'm tired." I looked at Lyf who had been staring at me before, he squinted his eyes like he was about to ask something. But he didn't speak so I just let him. I got up and went to my room to get dressed. I wore the Demonique uniform because I'm more comfortable. Why didn't Nyphe wake me up? Since I was just awake, I didn"t hear much. I"m still sleepy and always will be… I didn't realize that we were walking towards the cave. The older brother was also discussing and Fallon also joined. And because I was still drowsy, my eyes were half closed while walking. So, I poked someone beside me and asked. "Why don't you * yawns * wake me up?" sleepy I said, wait who am I talking to. Whatever, probably older or Nyphe. "Prince Lyf then saw me sleeping on the… sofa *yawns *" I added, minus points on my dignity. I don't know if I'm still embarrassed, but Lyf saw me sleeping with sour saliva. I accepted the first time but the second time he saw me sleeping with saliva dripping? Big no n- "You were sleeping peacefully, so we let you rest." And there my friends, my spirit was awakened by that voice. My eyes widened and immediately looked at the person who answered me- teka dafuq? Lyf? Did he just answer? Si Lyf? Answered my question? But wait, why is he walking next to me? I thought it was Nyphe. As far as you all know, whenever we walk either Lyf is behind or in front. According to Fallon, Lyf hates someone walking beside him. So Lamia and Fallon are adjusting. I didn"t notice this at first but when Fallon told me about it, I started to recall that Fallon was right. Another discovery! "Wait, why are you next to me?" I asked in astonishment, I was awake. Awake because of what happened. "…" And he didn't answer again, I hope I didn't ask that. He started to slow down his pace and he was behind me. Hays daldal mo kasi Deth! "Better be careful, we're entering the underground cave now." Since I was awake, I joined my older brother in talking about our mission. Lyf didn't explain it to me so I kept up. "Why is this a secret mission?" I asked as I rubbed my eyes and stretched my arm. "Higher ups won't let us study the cave any further so we decided to really go for what's there." My older brother answered and my eyes widened. Huh? Kuya? Disobeying the higher ups? "Is that why Headmaster Ares didn't come? To distract the higher ups? " I asked again. The older brother nodded. "Wait since when did you act on your own?" my older brother glared at me so I immediately shut up. "We just did it because we're interested, it's a pity if we just let it go." He answered eventually. "Also this is for the future, we"re just being cautious because of the new opponent we have discovered. We must study further, it doesn"t matter what the higher ups think now. " He added. I shrugged and looked at Fallon and Lyf at the same time. Fallon noticed that and said. "Don't worry Lady, we're on the Academy's side." Oh, aren't Lyf's parents included in the higher ups? Wouldn"t he tell something? But knowing him he probably wasn"t interested in spreading this secret mission. "So Prince Lyf, why did you come? When your parents found out, wouldn"t they be disappointed? And like affect your goal on being the King? " I whispered softly to Lyf. "Trying to help." Even though I already knew the answer, I didn"t inexpect him to answer. "Oh help Fallon? You're a good friend! " I laughed and slapped him at the same time. He didn"t mind what I did anyway. "But does the princess know?" Lyf didn't answer, so I was pissed. He really hates answering some questions huh. "Princess Lamia knows and also helps Headmaster Ares to be distracted." Fallon butted in as we talked. I haven't spoken any further since we entered the cave we have become more alert. "Summon your shining weapon, Lady Dethyria." Nyphe ordered me, she was clearly stopping brother to use magic for light. "Hmp, no need." I said cheekily, even though I can't see Nyphe's face I can feel her anger. "Why?" Fallon and Nyphe asked at the same time, brother and Lyf were just listening. "Because we don"t need light! Lyf is here- he will light our world for he is the- "I felt a squeeze on my cheek from Nyphe. "Fcking summon your weapon, WE CAN"T SEE! THE MORNING IS YOUR PLAY. " Nyphe shouted loudly at me, so I immediately lost my temper. "…" Everyone"s reaction. So I summoned a weapon to light the way, my older brother was amazed at what I did. Oh right, he was the first to see my weapon shining. "Wow you really learned something at Demonique Academy." He commented, I flipped my hair acting proud. "Oh yes she also learned magic that they will almost ruin." I immediately glared at Nyphe. What is his tendency to really destroy? "What about you Lady Nyphele?" I can see my older brother's delicate eyes while smiling, what- since when did you have that kind of eyes? He didn"t even smile at me like that, I"m even his little sister !? There is really fishy in these two, but I ignored Nyphe's answer. She was clearly talkative when it was older, but when it was me, she always hurt me. Gaga has favoritism. Fallon is ahead now because he is the only one who remembers, since Fallon focuses while Nyphe and older brother are busy. I have no choice to go to Lyf. So I lazily swift my body towards Lyf and cling to him, even though he hates people clinging on him I do padin it. "According to Fallon don"t be clingy. So you don't like me? ehehehehe "I said jokingly to him. "…" I was pissed because he didn't answer or dismiss me, so I just removed my hands. Its ugly, it would be fun if he got mad. "Since I'm bored, lets talk about your likes and dislkes. Of course, I'll tell mine too, for fun. " I told him. I"m not cautious now because my older brother is here. I also didn"t sense any bloodlust so it looks safe for now. "I'll be the first!" "I like… animals! Mostly birds, because they"re free. I also love coffee but I prefer them bitter. I like the color red, I like hunts and breaking the rules! I love sweet stuffs too! " I talk to Lyf. I don't know if I'm listening but I continued. "I dislike hmmm, my relatives, judgmental people and I hate snakes." I continued, "I also love studying demons angels! I"m done with angels so I"m focused on studying demons. " "I also like you!" he immediately looked at me because of what I said, not only him but also Nyphe, brother and Fallon. I immediately blushed because my voice got louder and I said it wrong… "W-wait! You were wrong, I was trying to say I like studying Lyf! Nadulas lang- " But they looked at me suspiciously instead. Chapter 25: Normal Talk for the First Time "Oh I thought you confessed, that would be bad if you were rejected and it would affect the hunt." Kumento naman ni kuya- reject- what ?! Me? "True, it would be terrible carrying a heartbroken in the team." Nyphe agrees, of course she"d side with brother. I ignored them and just kept talking about my likes, because I have more likes than dislikes. "I like studying unknown stuffs, I"m also curious and all… what about you?" I asked with a smile. He didn't answer as usual, hays. "Didn"t you already know about that?" I stopped and looked at him at the same time. I immediately smiled. "Well true, but it's better if my source is really credible. So are your likes and dislikes true? " "Mn…" he replied, even if it was short, I felt like I was crazy with so much fun. "Is there anything else I can add? You know, I love to research people people. I usually start with their likes and dislikes, birthday- " "You write everything?" I was stopped, sh-t I revealed my secrets! "A-ah is it weird? I'm sorry, I love this. I can"t stop and that"s what I am, the true me. And at least in what I do, I can be myself. " I answered with him. "But of course I only research the surface. I didn"t research anything inside your life whatsoever, like family stuffs? Secrets? I don"t cross lines. " I will explain further. He didn"t give me much of a reaction but I hope he didn"t think weirdly of me. He probably did… we just kept walking. You can't hear anything except our footsteps, the older brothers, Fallon and Nyphe are ahead. While Lyf and I walked slowly because of my blabbering. "It"s not weird…" I immediately turned to him, we continued walking and his face was still watching the way. "I think it's brave." I tilted my head at what he said. "You're brave for doing something you like." "Hmm? I mean it"s the only thing that keeps me sane. My family is a bit controlling so I'm just happy here. " I remarked. "My father…" I didn't speak, I was waiting for him to continue. "Hates me for having… my blessing and white wings." My mouth felt sorry for me, what? I didn't immediately speak and think first, oh this is the first time he talked to me about something like this. I mean that also happened in the cave but it wasn't that long our conversation, I think he's opening up? So let"s just take this slow so he can tell me a lot! Im also happy to listen to him anyway. "Is that the reason why you do your best? To be King? To please him? " I asked. "…" He didn't answer so I bit my lip and sighed. "Well can I say something about that?" he did not answer again so I continued speaking. "Do you know why I like birds? It"s because they"re free, they have freedom. " "We might also have wings but we"re chained to our responsibilities. You and I are the same, chained and not Free. " "Me? I have to pretend everyday to be someone I"m not, you? you"re trying to please your father. In the end, we are not free. " I whispered. My older brothers were far away but we ignored that. "But you know in my opinion, maybe they are just jealous of you. I mean you"re great. " Lyf glanced at me as if giving me a bad look. I laughed lightly and lightly slapped him. "What? It's true? Talented and great. My words are genuine this time. " Sincere I said, he didn't seem to believe so I continued speaking. "What I mean is you"re great, your blessing and white wings. It makes you unique, what if your father doesn't acknowledge you. " "He hates you just because of your blessing and putting your wings? You should stop looking for their acceptance if you also don't accept yourself. " I don't know if he's listening to me now because he's not talking and I'm not looking at him because I'm busy on the road. "You talk big for someone who's also not free." I laughed softly at what he said, he always surprises me. "True, I"m also pleasing other people. But one day, I will also be free and I will finally prioritize the things I like. " I gave him a weak answer. And the surroundings are quiet again. I decided to play with my weapons, now I'm thinking about what Lyf is saying. First time we get serious like this, also the first time I talked about something deep like this. Because I can't talk when my older brother or Nyphe. And at least Lyf is just quiet and listening, we have the same situation. I could really need someone to talk to and it's good that Lyf is here. "But do you really want to be king? Like is that really your wish? " he didn"t answer, either he finds my question difficult or he is too lazy to answer me. "I…" I stole a glance at him. "Don't know." I gasped for breath. "If that"s your goal, I won"t force you. but you should look after yourself. " Shortly after I said that Fallon suddenly cried out. "Found it! Here!" To be continued...