Anguis's PoV
As slowly consciousness slowly seeped into me, I felt something soft against my body, cuddling me. Not wanting to let it go, I hugged it more tightly. Seems like the pillows here are soft. But why are they warm? I don't remember putting any spell on it.
As I opened my eyes, I saw Selene cuddling me, with her face pressed against my chest and her hands wrapped around torso. What surprised me was the fact that my hands were tightly wrapped around her waist. I carefully left the bed, not wanting to disturb her and went to the shower. So she likes to cuddle in her sleep. That's cute.
I quickly showered and got ready as it was our first day of school. By the time I entered the bedroom, Selene was already awake and was combing her hair. I decided not to talk about her sleeping habits as it can be embarrassing for her. Looking at the clock I asked her to get ready quickly as I didn't want to run late. After some 15 minutes, we both left the room separately through our designated exits.
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First day of school. It is chaotic for some while lonely for others. But for Anguis, it was a new beginning. Escaping his country was like starting a new life. It was supposed to heaven, full of joy and happiness but it felt worse than hell. All the years of abuse he had faced had accumulated into a tough exterior. He had forged a shield around his heart. It was as if his body was trying to defend his from anymore agony. Any who would look at his could never imagine the amount of trauma he had endured.
Abuse, it can be physical or mental. While physical abuse leave a visible scar on the victim, mental abuse leaves a scar on the mind and heart that are not visible to others. In both of these cases, the victim experiences unimaginable pain and trauma. Some heal from it while others don't. Some are saved while others go unnoticed. This is what life is, whether you are born in heaven, hell or human realm.
Anguis had taken a seat in the middle row of the class. His mood had drastically improved since they had left Lunor. What surprised Selene was the fact that he was trying to interact with others. When they were at Lunor, he seemed to be lost in his own world, always quiet. Seeing this side of his made her feel happy.
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Diana's PoV
I was standing outside the dormitory, waiting for my brother and Alex. Coincidently, they had landed up sharing the same room. I suppose, my brother Solinus must be behind it. Maybe they weren't ready to publicise their relationship yet but they could always share a room as my brother has enough power and money to decide with whom he wants to share the room with. It's already heartbreaking to see them together, and now they're living in the same room. These thoughts have soured my mood.
Suddenly, someone taps my shoulder, I turned around to check who it was. It was Alexander. My heart fluttered when I saw deep black eyes gazing at me with compassion, but the very next moment it sank as I saw my brother side hugging Alex. The mocking reality of them together was heartbreaking to witness. Alex's voice brought me out of my miserable thoughts.
"Hello there, Diana, you look as beautiful as always.", he said while smiling at me.
That smile is so beautiful. Butterflies evoke in my stomach looking at it.
"Thank you", blush made its way to my face.
"Hello to you too, sist-…..", my brother was suddenly interrupted as someone pushed Alex from behind, making him land up on the ground, on top of me.
I wondered why I didn't feel any pain from such an impactful fall. That's when I noticed a hand below my head protecting me as a shield.Alex had made sure I didn't receive any injury. His body was enveloped against mine, heat transferring from the touch. Blood rushed to my face when I felt his hard chest against mine. I couldn't stop the weird feeling that came from this contact.
"What the hell is this? Can't you be careful?", shouted Solinus. His face had turned red, his jaws clenched. He grabbed Alex's arm and pulled him back to his feet. Then he helped me to get up.
"I am sorry, I will make sure to pay attention next, I promise.", the young boy, who had accidentally pushed Alex, apologised. He seemed like he would cry any moment if he didn't get out of here.
"It's okay. You may go. Be careful next time.", replied Alex in a calm voice.
He is such a gentleman truly. I love how calm and controlled he is whereas anyone else in his position would have lashed out.
"Are you okay, Diana?", asked my brother and Alex at the same time.
"Of course I am, thanks to you Alex. If you hadn't protected me I would have been injured." I replied in a thankful tone.
"It's my pleasure, sweetheart .", he replied. How sweet of him.
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