Chapter-6
"Finally! I made it!" Yoo Hakim took deep breaths, glad that he made It in time before dawn.
" Young Master ?" The butler knocked on his room's door. Hakim quickly hurried and hid his side bag in a place were he was sure that it won't be found. He quickly changed his soaked clothes and sat on the bed. Acting as if he had just woken up, he called out in a raspy voice.
" Come in "
The butler entered inside and bowed respectfully before telling him that he had been asked to come down by his "caretakers". It was honestly troublesome for him. These people hadn't even bothered to check out on him ever since he had woken up. Calling him so suddenly had made him suspicious.
But he had to go anyway.
Afterall, He didn't have any power in him right now. Sure he was confident enough in his fighting skills to protect himself but he couldn't win against mages. Even if this timeline was different then before there were still a few similarities. Such as him not having any mana. But he still couldn't be sure if his family situation was the same or not. He wasn't sure either when he would get to meet them.
Would he still be able to trust his siblings ?
Would he again be neglected by life father ?
Wil his bastard uncle appear again ?
There were a lot of questions in his mind.
He had to become independent soon. He had to be.
One of the main reasons why he had easily been manipulated by his relatives in his past life was because he was desperate to survive. He wanted to be recognised. He wanted to be seen. He wanted his real 'Father' to see him too, to smile at him. Just like he did at his siblings.
But it was different now. He didn't need to recognised. He didn't need love from a parent who failed. He already knows who his parents are. And he only needs his real 'Mom' and 'Dad'. The one which raised him with love in his second life.
" Remember Hakim, No matter what the future holds, We will always be there with you. If not physically, then in your heart." He still believes in his mom's words.
" We don't have forever. So get down here instantly !" A cold voice called him out.
Yoo Hakim stared into the eyes of the one who called him out. It was the same lady who had slapped him that day. The reason for her anger you may ask. It was extremely absurd. She was angry that the duke thought her unfit to be the caretaker of his biological children, He couldn't reject her since he had a solid backing, Hence sent her to watch after his first son. A cursed child, the duke despised.
He stayed silent. It wasn't worth wasting his time and energy on her. Instead he should be thinking of ways to make money.
" I was told that you wished to see me ?" Yoo Hakim asked as he stood across the dining table. He radiated confidence. A sight the lady had never seen before. The 'Yoo Hakim' she knew was a poor, easy discardable child. Born to be crushed by the nobility. The mere thought of him talking back to her, pissed her off.
"Look at you, a free loader. What do you even have for you to have such a prideful look on his face. Tsk! Arrogant brat." She loved putting other in their place. According to her, the best way to have control over someone is to exploit their insecurities.
"...." Hakim stayed quiet. He was used to listening to others.
He isn't…. reacting ? The lady was surprised at that. In the past he would often hold back tears. But he was very different know. How could losing memories change his personality ?
" Ahemmm… Anyway's Your father will be coming soon to take you back."
" Pick me… up ?" Hakim was puzzled. What could have caused his 'Father' to suddenly decide such an action ?
" Yes, Now remember one last thing… If you dare utter a word about your memory loss. I'll make sure that you regret it." The lady threatened him with a crazed look in her eyes. Little does she know that he wasn't going to back down easily.
'Afterall, It is a perfect opportunity for me to get revenge for that slap.' Hakim had a evil grin on his face as he imagined his perfect plan in his mind.
' What is wrong with this kid ? Has he lost his mind ?' The lady thought seeing Yoojin's weird reaction.
" Well…. So what are you waiting for? You're dismissed." Hakim took his leave after the lady allowed him to leave. He waited very patiently until night came upon.
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" Then Young Master, I shall be taking my leave. Please have a good sleep. " The butler bowed before taking his leave.
" Ah…Yes, sure, you too." No matter how many times it had happened, Hakim was still not very used to the formal way everyone talked in the mansion.
After the butler left, He waited for a while, till he was sure that he had really gone. Now next thing he needed to figure out was getting out of here. His room was on the first floor, jumping wasn't a problem for Hakim but what if someone caught him ? He couldn't sneak out like last time. He was supposed to be back before midnight this time. Not to mention his "Father" was coming in two-three days so everyone was busy preparing.
" We'll see that later." Hakim sighed, grabbing his previous side bag. He had prepared a few 'things' this time.
"Now then, Let's get moving!" Hakim cheerfully said stepping in the balcony and examining his surroundings.
' Shouldn't they have at least tightened the security ?' Hakim thought as he saw that there weren't much guards around. He wasn't complaining though. It was much easier for him to sneak out.
After conforming that his way was clear, Hakim carefully jumped on the ground floor.
'Crap!'
" Ughhhh" He groaned in pain clutching his foot. He overestimated his abilities. He was far, far from being as strong as his past self. He wasn't even half as strong as before now. Look's like he would have to give up on the idea of ever putting up a fight with anyone. He is really glad that he didn't try to attack that man and lady from before. Because there was no way he could win against them this crappy strength.
" Not again! " He said with heavy disappointment. He will have to work hard and train again, everyday, before he could again achieve his previous strength. Why does his situation keep getting worse and worse.