One week later.
"You two are going to be assisting the school janitor."
The principal of HighEnd Academy said as he looked directly into Iguro's and Amanai's eyes. Those two were currently in the principal's office, their reason, to receive their punishment. Yu sat outside the office waiting for them.
Why the hell are they taking so bloody long?
Just as that thought crossed his mind, the two walked out.
"Finally."
And as he uttered that word, they turned to him with piercing glares that said "Cocky piece of shit, we hope you're asked to mow the lawns."
With that they walked away. Yu observed them for a while before walking into the principal's office.
I wonder why they were so piss-
His thoughts were cut off by a sharp blade that sliced his cheek. Becoming alerted instantly, he jumped out of range and took a battle stance as he stared at the principal who hadn't moved an inch. Yu stared at the man in confusion as he said, "The hell?!"
The principal stayed silent for a while before speaking,
"Yu Trevor."
The man who was over 50 years old with gray hairs stared at the stiletto stuck to the door, the blade rebounded back onto the principal's table. Apparently, the man hadn't moved an inch. Which meant only one thing, this man was an...
Occlude.
An Occlude?!
Yu thought as he stared at him. The gray-haired man turned to Yu and said, "Please take a seat."
Yu who was more confused than ever, had no choice to obey, he reluctantly sat before the principal. Never taking his eyes off him- staying alert for another attack.
"Yu...Trevor...pardon my rudeness, I simply wanted to confirm a suspicion."
"...", Yu glanced around for cameras and upon finding nothing continued, "That I'm an Occlude?"
"Yes."
"I see."
"..."
"...."
A moment of silence befell them both, the old man didn't take his eyes off, this caused a large amount of tension. Tension so great, you could slice it with a knife. Yu stared back at the man.
"Do you have a request?", Yu asked, trying to break the silence.
"Yes. To be precise.", he said without wavering.
"Speak up then.", Yu said as he leaned back in his seat.
"Since you are a new student, you wouldn't know that there are many Occludes and Observers in this school."
"I get that..."
"The two students who were previously in my office are an Occlude and Observer."
"I know that."
"And there are probably many more who haven't been found. I want to find them."
Yu narrowed his eyes, "Why...?"
"Occludes and Observers have become less and less of a rarity among the citizens of Cybrmille. They have abilities that challenge the norm causing them to be scorned by others. DedSect and DarkMatter are two warring factions who want to use these individuals for their own personal gain."
"Yes...but you still haven't answered my question."
"DedSect and Darkmatter are going to make the students of this academy potential targets. I want to protect them.", he said with a soft smile.
Yu was bewildered, "Oh..."
"People tend to forget that even Occludes and Observers are humans, they have futures. I want to protect the lives and futures of my students.", he said.
"...So... why are you telling me?", Yu asked in confusion.
"I need your help and you're the best person for the job."
"Pfft...what?"
"I know who you are.", the principal said as he narrowed his eyes.
Yu stopped smiling, the principal spoke, "You have the strength required, Subject-666.'
Yu took on a dark expression.
"How do you know?"
His face was still downcast.
"I am a politician. I know about the underworld."
"You knew about everything and yet did nothing?"
"There's no point crying over spilled milk."
Yu looked down. He was right, taking out his anger at him won't change the past. He took a deep breath, a second sharp inhale and exhaled afterwards.
He remembered DedSect, the law enforcement agency that specializes in Occlude and Observer related incidents. It was also known for performing many experiments on them. They had given Yu nothing but a traumatic childhood and after escaping their grasp, Yu had planned on never seeing them again.
The old man looked at Yu and sighed, "Protect them and I'll protect you from DedSect in return. Deal?"
Yu didn't immediately consider the offer, he thought of turning him down but the man said, "You want revenge, right?"
"Yes.", he said as his expression turned to an emotionless one.
"Then we have a deal."
"Yeah, I'll protect them."
"Thank you, Subject-666."
"Don't call me that, I'm Yu Trevor."
And with that the two shook hands, "Heh, I'm Mr. Adam Sae."
"Good to meet you, Mr. Sae."
"You too, Mr. Trevor."
Yu turned to walk out of the office but Mr. Sae stopped him, "You're assigned to Class X, the same as your friends."
Yu glanced at him, "Thanks."
After that, Yu stepped out of the door and out of the office. The janitor who was cleaning the walls smiled warmly as he walked out. Yu only nodded at him as he walked away.
The janitor who thought he looked familiar couldn't help but visualize a young version of him.