A WEEK LATER
" Wow, I can't wait for the exam next week! "
" I can wait. The only thing I'm excited about is the trip! "
" California here we come!! "
Naomi and Mia chuckled as they passed by a group of people. Some of the students were excited about the exam, some about the break session and many about the trip.
" I guess everyone is excited about one thing. What about you Mia? "
" halloween "
" seriously? " Naomi laughed
" of course, I can't wait for Halloween. It's after our trip, then we'll go on a break then it's going to be prom... "
" right, I forgot about that "
" I didn't. I can't wait to see you on that crown.. "
" wait me? "
" why not? You've always wanted to be the prom queen "
" maybe, but now I want you to be one... "
"I want you both to be one!!" Alexa screamed behind them and got in their middle, wrapping her arms around them both.
" hey guys. You're talking about Prom?! Gee can't wait "
" you're always excited Lexa "
" of course. Aren't you? "
Naomi rolled her eyes silly as they walked down the hallway together. Mia suddenly spotted Pearl going to the library and she smiled.
" catch you guys in class... "
" where you goi... "
Mia already rushed out before Naomi could finish.
" that annoying friend of mine! " She scoffed and Alexa chuckled.
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"I didn't know you enjoyed reading novels"
Mia said behind Pearl and she flinched before turning her head and a smile left her lips.
" oh, hey Mia "
For the past week, Mia has been getting along with Pearl. She really tried to. She also got to know that Pearl really likes Lonan. It didn't affect her in any way because she already got what she wanted. Being Lonan's friend.
Just few weeks and she'll uncover the truth.
" hey...what are you doing here, next class is in 5 minutes. "
" I have history...I'm skipping. "
" you don't like it? " Mia asked with a raised brow
" it's the worst. "
" your thought. "
Pearl chuckled.
" anyway, do you know why Lo's absent today? "
" no, did you call him? "
" voicemail "
★★★★
SOMEWHERE IN THE CITY*
In a big HALL, people of different genders were gathered all together,,,each wearing an oversized black hoodie that covered their heads.
Everyone was murmuring within themselves until their leader, Morte appeared and it went silent. He sat down on the throne with the help of his right hand man, Alberto.
"Greetings Lord Morte!!"Everyone chorused, their heads bowed in the process. Morte's eyes scanned the hall and he sighed.
" Alberto, call Merula forward " Alberto bowed and walked off.
" Merula, the Lord summons you " Merula said nothing before walking towards the throne and bowed his head infront of Morte.
" Lord Morte. "
" I heard what you did in the city, " He began, causing Merula to look up.
" I heard you killed a threesome of boys, letting the other free? "Merula said nothing.
" I thought I warned you after killing the rapists. " Morte trailed off. His voice was calm but spoke death at the same time.
" explain yourself "
" I don't have a reason Lord Morte... "
" very well. Then you know the rules, Alberto? "
" yes my lord. "
Merula stood up and followed Alberto. They stood a little bit far from the throne and Alberto brought out the sheath knife. He took it out of the sheath and walked towards Merula who was now facing the wall.
Without a count, he penetrated the knife in his back, creating a deep hole and blood gushed out of his back. He made another hole, and another. The holes stood in a triangle form and blood dripped out of his back while he groaned in agony.
The subjects who were present only watched, no one dared to say a word.
When Alberto was done, Merula was on his knees. He returned the knife into the sheath and faced Morte.
" good, next mission is on Quavo. The rest of you may take your leave. "
Everyone left, including Merula. Quavo, Alberto and Lord Morte stayed behind.
★★★★
"eat your food and go to bed early alright?"
Monica said as she kissed Mia on her cheek.
" yes Mom "
" that's my baby, see you in the morning. I love you "
" I love you too "
Monica smiled, picking up her purse and left the house. Mia watched the car drive out of the premises. She grinned and turned her gaze at the wall clock. 18h54.
Walking up the stairs, she entered her room and stepped on her sneakers. She put on her grey hood and took her notebook before leaving the house.
*****
Standing infront of Lonan's doorstep. The hair on Mia's skin stood. Caterpillars crawled in her stomach and she sighed.
Her eyes stared at the cat statue on the door and she kept the contact for a while before knocking on the door
Footsteps neared and the door creaked open, revealing Lonan, looking paler than usual.
" hi "
Lonan moved aside and she got in. She noticed the odd look on his face