Y'all, Khun is even prettier than me in a skirt 😭😭😭

ZINLESTER'S POV

Clenching my eyes, I struggled to come to my senses as I felt a little bit groggy. Fluttering my eyes open, I adjusted my vision, as if it was my first time in seeing things.

I moaned. "Mmm...where the hell...?"

"Oh, you're awake." I shifted my head to my right and there I saw Ran and Novick looking at me while drinking cartons of juice. I arched a brow.

Examining myself, I noticed that a chain was in my right foot and so was Ran and Novick. I was laying down on the bed unlike the other two that are sitting up.

Then realization hit me making my eyes widen. What happened at The Hand of Arlen came replaying back in my head.

Facing the other two, I looked bewildered. "W-What happened to Aguero-" I wasn't able to finish what I was saying when I felt a sharp pain on my left side. Looking over there I saw the crystals have already reached almost my elbow, it also has invaded my left cheek and left side of my neck. My eyes went wide.

'So that's why I felt groggy. My head feels like it's about to explode...'

Ran jumped down from the couch and approached me. He helped me to sit up and was followed by Novick. Cautiously and slowly, they sat me up as I held with my right palm the body part of mine that is crystalized.

Sighing, I sat up and slumped. "What....happened...?" I looked up to Ran only to meet his brows furrowed.

"We're currently locked up by FUG." Ran answered as if their situation is okay and normal.

"FUG?!" I asked bewildered. The younger Khun only nodded. "We agreed to team up with them on the Workshop Battle."

"What...." Mumbling under my breath. They teamed up with FUG? What the actual hell.

"And don't worry about Khun," turning my head to Novick, I looked at him with worried eyes and face. "Viole said that he's sure Khun is alive. Although it's announced that Khun is dead, and the three of us are announced missing."

"Ehh?!?!?!?!" Me, Noivck, Ran are missing and Aguero is announced dead? But wait, what does Novick means about Viole?

This is bad, if Isu and Endorsi find out about this they'll probably do some shit. I'm sure they might avenge us, even Hatz. And that can't happen because...

'I think that Viole is Bam.'

I groaned in frustration and exasperation.

'All of this is making everything confusing....'

Releasing a distressed sigh, I decided to just stay quiet and clear my thoughts. Slowly my hand reached for the medallion clipped onto my hair and I sighed in relief once I felt that it's still there. I unclipped it and then settled it in front of my shoulder that is now crystalized.

Feeling the two's eyes glued onto my figure, I began to chant like a spell in a whisper to activate my medallion.

Just after that chant, a bright beam of light appeared and the medallion was the source. It's as if it was scanning my body. The crystals that formed my body slowly vanished and turned into sparkly dust and disappeared in mid-air. A slight pain is felt but I managed to endure it, biting my lower lip and closing my left eye.

Once the crystals disappeared, I released another sigh and clipped back my medallion onto my hair. I then noticed Novick and Ran's gaze still glued onto me. Turning to them, I met their curious eyes and looks.

"Don't ask."

"Oh, by the way," Ran called for my attention. "That green dude you just stabbed with a spear is dead."

"Finally some good news." I deadpanned. I'm glad I at least killed him.

(A/N: Lmao that escalated quickly.)

For the remaining time we just sat there quietly. None made an attempt to break it. Especially me, there are so many thoughts and 'what ifs' are popping out in my mind. Biting my thumb's nail and tapping my feet anxiously, I couldn't help but get worried.

I'm not going to tell to Ran and Novick about this as well.

But if Bam really is Viole, how is that possible?

'FUG.'

'Slayer Nominee.'

'Jue Viole Grace.'

'Jahad.'

'Death.'

'The 25th Bam.'

'Betrayal.'

'Rachel.'

Out of all this, what is their connection?? What circles all of this? What is their main source and reason?

'It's a good thing that I'm not getting a headache like in the past.'

I also remember that rabbit girl talked about Viole killing Aguero. But for what reason? And how do they know that we were coming there? It was a trap? Well, duh. But who gave them information that we were going there?

'Apple.'

It was like the world came crashing on me.

That's right. It's Apple. She was the one who gave Aguero the location of the Devil's Right Arm. So does that mean that Apple also betrayed us? This is driving me insane.

It may be that Apple is from FUG and was given orders to lay a trap for us. Everything was a setup from the beginning. However, I still don't understand why does FUG want to kill Aguero?

'Because he is Bam's most treasured friend.'

O__O <-------- Zin

Right! Aguero is Bam's most treasured friend! And if that's the case, FUG may be threatening Bam that they will kill him or any of us his friends so they can control him.

'He was used as a tool for FUG.'

But why would they use Bam? Why would they want Bam to become a Slayer Nominee? For what I know, a Slayer or a Slayer Nominee is like a God to FUG. They are like their hope, for they are the ones who will kill Jahad. When Bam was back at the 2nd Floor, he was one of the weak ones, although he had potential that's for sure.

Slayers are the ones who will kill Jahad, just like what I said above. However, that's impossible because Jahad, along with the Ten Great Family Leaders, created a contract with the Administrator. They're immortal.

'So why?'

There's no way anyone can kill Jahad. No matter how strong they may be, as long as Jahad has a contract with the Administrator, it's impossible. Well...

Except if you're an Irregular.

Wait. An Irregular......

O________________O <-------- Zin

'Holy crap.'

Unconsciously, I covered my mouth with my right palm as I lowered my head down. Elbows leaning onto my knees as my eyes were glued onto the ground below me, widening.

'An Irregular.'

Fuck. That's it.

An Irregular is out of the contract. Meaning, Bam also known as Jue Viole Grace-

'Can kill Jahad.'

'Jue Viole Grace.'

'FUG.'

'Slayer Nominee.'

'Jahad.'

'IRREGULAR'

'Betrayal.

'Rachel.'

'Death.'

'The 25th Bam.'

'Irregular' That is the source amd center of everything.

The reason they did all of this, was because Bam is an Irregular.

And I'm also part of it, because...

I'm the chosen one. I was meant to be captured. Because I'm supposed to accompany Bam into accomplishing that freaking prophecy.

So it's actually happening. It's actually real. What the fuck.

Everything is slowly coming together.

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We're now in the Archimedes, we passed the Tests as Team FUG. And I hate it. I wasn't able to contact Aguero because we were really being watched which is really annoying. I also tried to have a conversation with Viole (or Bam) but whenever I approach him he just keeps on avoiding me. I can't be also to reckless cause if I did Ran and Novick will get suspicious and I don't want that.

"Hey, Viole." Novick called for the brunette's which was easily an accomplishment. "Can you tell this Iron Mask to take off these cuffs? We're not criminals. It's hard to move around." The Spear Bearer complained.

Forgot to say that we're currently here on the rooftop. We are being guard carefully and closely and they treated us like we're some criminals. I mean, just look, we have cuffs on our left foot.

Novick turned to Mr. Iron Mask. "Shouldn't you trust your teammates?"

"Trust you?" The Iron Mask retorted in a sarcastic manner. "You should thank Mr. Viole that you're still alive."

"It'll be so easy to fight at the battle like this, won't it?" Novick shot back in a sarcastic manner as well.

Viole came to us. "Take them off please." He told Iron Mask.

'Hah! In you iron face!'

"B-But Mr. Viole that's..." he even tried to reason out but Viole beat him to it.

"They don't have a place to run away to. I'll take responsibility for it, so release them."

The three of us who were delighted by the long haired guy's statement, began taunting and accusing the Iron face.

"Yes, take this off." Demanded Novick.

"It's annoying, take this off." Complained Ran.

"He said it's an order. Don't you obey his orders?" Taunted me.

Since he can't do anything, Mr. Iron Mask complied even he's against it.

"I took off the cuffs but I'm keeping an eye on you, so don't even think about doing anything stupid. Things won't end well for you." Iron face warned making me roll my eyes as I shove my hands into my pocket.

Novick seemed unfazed. Actually, all of us are. "What do you mean by 'anything stupid'? Something like this...?" Novick attempted to attack Mr. Iron Face but it looked like he sensed something and that goes the same for me. Novick hopped back, slightly taken a back.

"Yes. Something like that." Iron Face sarcastically confirmed as he began to walk off out of the scene. "I'll be inside, Mr. Viole. If you're planning to go out, please let me know ahead of time. If you get in trouble with the patrol, it will be a problem." He informed before completely leaving.

'Who does he is? Viole's mom?'

"Is there anything else that makes you feel uncomfortable?" Viole asked with a glint of concern in his tone.

The three of us turned to him. "Huh? Well, not really, thanks to you." Novick assured. "Frankly speaking, it's confusing because you're being too nice. Why are you being nice to us?" Novick added, confused.

"Because you're friends of Mr. Khun.....and Ms. Zin...." Viole mumbled the last part which only I could comprehend. My brows began to furrow as the met. I began to feel anger take over me. 'Bam...'

"....That's the part I don't get the most..." Novick wondered.

Viole avoided making contact as he looked down. "I can't tell you the details right now. Just trust me." The brunette convinced.

"..."

Sooner or later, Novick and Ran decided to leave while I just stayed still. "Zin? You not coming?" The Spear Bearer asked. I shook my head. "Leave her." Ran stated and went ahead to leave. Novick was hesitant but soon followed after giving me a nod of reassurance.

And once they left....

"Bam." Straight forward as I can be, I called for my dear friend's attention. Yet how blunt I was, the tone of grief, relief and softness can still be heard.

Just as expected, he was caught off guard as I could see his shoulders jumped up a bit in surprise.

My face scrunched as I glued my eyes onto his figure. "Bam. Please stop running away, I know it's you-"

"I haven't heard of that name-" he attempted to run away.

"No!" I dashed to him and took a hold of his arm. A yelp of surprise left his lips. Reaching for his bangs, I lifted it up and there revealed his golden eyes.

We stared at each other for some time, until tears began to form on the corner of my eyes.

*SNIFF* *SNIFF*

"B-Bam..." I trailed off.

Catching him off guard, I went in and hugged Bam as tight as I can.

The warmth feelint of being able to hug your friend feels so nice...

Slowly, he also wrapped his arms around me.

".....I'm sorry Ms. Zin."

"You're an idiot!" I cried out. "How could you leave us like that?!"

"I-I didn't have a choice Ms. Zin.....I'm sorry..." I could feel Bam started to tear up as his voice began to lower down and hiccups escaped and his words stuttered.

'Damn......'

"You have to come back. Do you understand!?" I demanded in between my small cries. "Everyone is waiting for you-"

"That is impossible, Ms. Zin."

After hearing that statement, I untangled myself from him with a puzzled look as tears continued to stream down on my cheeks. "Why...?"

He looked away. "If I do that.....things won't end well."

"Then let's face the consequences together!-"

"No, Ms. Zin. This is who I am now."

I was utterly shocked. "Bam....."

"Are they...threatening you?"

Silence covered the two of us after I said that last statement. Which means that FUG really is threatening Bam. Those little sh*ts.

'I won't forgive them.'

This is truly hard for Bam. Even if he doesn't want any of this, he still has to comply. For our sake. He's being unselfish as always. I can't get mad at him for trying to run away. We are his weakness after all. We are his treasure.

Feeling sympathy, I took a step forward and held one of Bam's hands. The brunette looked up to me and I flashed him a small smile.

"I understand."

'But that doesn't mean I'm going to give up.'

☂☂☂

Evening has approached for this day. I'm laying my back on my bed as I stared at the ceiling above me. My right arms used as a pillow while the left is resting on my stomach.

Now that I've confirmed that Viole is Bam, I feel relieved yet uneasy. How can I be? Bam was used as a tool for FUG for Christ's sake. They fucking used him and deceived us.

Bam has nothing to do with this.

'Although...this is....his destiny...' I deadpanned to myself. Lifting my left arm, I used it to cover my eyes.

Frankly speaking, I find it very idiotic for Bam to do this. But it's obvious that he's doing this for our sake, us his friends. And I'm grateful for that. However....

'He's running away...'

Yep. He's running away which I absolutely despise. It's also the reason why I find it very idiotic, Bam doesn't need to do this. I don't want him to avoid us. I can't help but think that he's being too....selfish.

I mean, so what if we march towards death? As long as we're together, that's all that matters. I understand that he wants to protect us, but we want to protect him too......

'But that sounds pretty idiotic too. It's suicide.' I pouted.

What makes it worse is that he's a bad person to the public, making him look like he's some like cringey evil king shit.

FUG is really getting on my nerves.

'Aguero...where are you?'

The sudden seek of the blue headed jerk popped in my mind. Resulting me into widening my eyes as heat rose up to my cheeks. I sat up and covered the lower part of my face with my right palm.

'Why the hell is he the one that first came into my mind?...'

Oh yeah, right. Aguero was the one who's been with me for the past years. Naturally, I created a lot of fun and memorable memories with him and became fond of him. I'll admit it.

Ever since, he was the one there for me through hardships and comfort. And I was the one there for him too. Damn. Does this mean I miss him?

'Of course you do, Zin.' A voice spoke in my head.

Rolling my eyes, I cringed at the remark. "There's no way I miss that hella jerk."

'But aren't you thinking of him now? That's enough proof that you miss him.'

Shaking my head, I denied. "No way! Why would I miss him?"

'Because you care for him.'

"Pfft-yeah right." I huffed as I looked over to my side.

'.....you like him, Zin.'

"WHAT THE FUCK?!" Jolting up, I yelled as I immediately covered my lips with my palm and looked around nervously. It's night and I might've have disturbed anyone sleeping.

"No I don't!" I yelled whispered.

'Whoops, my bad. Saying that you like him is an understatement. You love him.'

Upon comprehending that statement, my cheeks then resembled a tomato. "Why would I love him?!"

'Ask that yourself, small fry.'

"WHY YOU LITTLE-" I was about to charge but then realization hit me.

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O_______o <--------- Zin

Letting my figure fall back on my bed, I bounced off as my face became redder that it already was. This time, from embarrassment

"I'm fucking talking to myself!!!!" I deadpanned harshly and buried my face into my pillow.

"I need to go to the hospital..."

Out of nowhere, an announcement about a game regarding the Archimedes occurred.

Sitting up with my hands at the back for support, I listened attentively.

"Hello, E-Rank Regulars at the Workshop Battle." Of course they had to have an introduction. "Are you enjoying the beautiful night views of Sephia Island?"

'The Host? Why is there even suddenly an announcement?' I wondered in confusion.

"The beach here is one of the most beautiful places in the 30th Floor Middle Area, so don't miss it. But no matter how beautiful night views are, you must be looking forward to your departure. I know this must be a bit boring for you. So for your entertainment...we prepared a game."

As I heard the last statement, my face held a smug look as my shoulders dropped. "Damn. I was already