Transfer

 

After telling me her story I paid my attention to another character she mentioned. It was the guy with the silver hair.

 

~~~†~~~

 

He loves to tell jokes and make people laugh when he’s around. He’s very famous in his school for everyone loves his presence. He makes sure that everyone around him feels happy and no one would even dare frown. He was a very famous clown who didn’t show the truth behind every laugh.

 

Prione: (yawns) (sigh) what a boring day… (Leaning his head on his arms by the back of his head)

 

He was about to take a nap under the sun’s beautiful rays but someone suddenly blocked the sun’s rays…

 

Prione: (opens his left eye) what?

 

A girl with a pink hair smiled at him as she looked down to him. Her pink eyes flourished with happiness as if she brings great news.

 

Prione: you seem happy… but… what are you doing in my school?

Emnie: I was searching for Socare but I couldn’t find him. Do you know where he is?

Prione: (a sweat drop appears on his forehead) he’s at the other school.

Emnie: (thinks) but you have the same uniforms.

Prione: (shivers) why do you always know everything. You just saw our uniforms this morning!

Emnie: (points her head’s temple) well I'm just good at memorizing!

Prione: (sighs) right…

Emnie: (smiles) so do you know where he is?

Prione: I don’t… quit bothering me… try to find someone else to bother…

Emnie: (sly smile) okay then… (Turns away and walks) I’ll just ask Serria…

Prione: (eyes widen then suddenly runs beside Emnie) I’ll go with you!

Emnie: you always fall for that! (Looks at him with a smile on her face)

Prione: (smoke puffs out at the back of his head) I hate you!

Emnie: (smiles) (giggles) well I’ll go ahead then… (Leaves)

Prione: (sighs deeply) she always bothers me… (Irritated) (Goes back to the tree and returns to his position) (Staring at the sky)

 

It wasn’t just the blaze of the sun that calmed him, but the sway of the wind as it passes his cheeks. He felt an urge to wake up but his eyelids closed that led him into a journey far beyond human imagination… but as he journeyed onto his slumber, he heard a scream of terror that awakened him.

 

Prione: (surprised) what the—?

 

The clouds were already grey colored and the sun was black. The sky was pure white and everything else was black and white. He rose up and saw no one was moving nor breathing in their places. He walked around and as he reached the school grounds, there was a voice that called out his name. As he followed the voice, he arrived at the school’s gym. There was someone at the gym’s stage and he became curious as to who it was so he went near it. But a couple more steps always the person faced him and it turned out to be his dead mother, haunting him…

 

Mrs. Porrie: dear, dear Prione…

 

She held out her hand and floated towards Prione. He was frozen to that very spot, feeling frightened and hurt. He knew hasn’t been able to do his promise for he knows he still shows weakness behind his strong physical. By the moment his mother’s hand reached his cheek she transformed into a terrifying monster ready to swallow Prione. But before the monster could, Prione suddenly woke up…

 

Prione: (takes a deep breath as if he was unable to breath for a while) (gasping for breath)

Socare: Prione, are you alright?

 

A man with a long white hair was sitting on his feet beside Prione. His white eyes looked at him worried and irritated.

 

Prione: (still gasping for breath) (glances at Socare) I'm fine… thanks…

Socare: (sighs) being the school president, I should give you a punishment for sleeping in the gymnasium.

Prione: what? (Looks at him confused) Gymnasium? (Looks around and gasps)

Socare: well you should leave now before someone else sees you… you’re lucky since I'm the first one to see you… (Stands up)

Prione: (Confused) how did I get here…?

Socare: shouldn’t I be the one asking you that question?

Prione: (stares blankly at space)

 

It wasn’t the first time that this happened to Prione for it always happened to him at home, though this was the first time that it happened at school. He was terrified but at the back of his mind he knew there was something wrong.

 

~~~†~~~

 

I was a bit terrified of what grandma told. Having nightmares were normal but when you suddenly transfer from one place to another was unnatural. Although I was terrified of Prione’s story, I couldn’t help but to wonder why his mother haunted him and my grandma told me why…

Dubiety

 

It was raining that day, but she waited until he came. They were supposed to meet 2 hours ago yet he hasn’t arrived. She tried calling her best friend but no one’s answering. She had a lot of patience, but it was only because she loved him and trusted him. But lately, things didn’t turn out quite well…

 

Rican: (sighs) (a tear drop falls) (wipes it and sighs deeply) (then stands and leaves)

 

But just when she was about to leave…

 

Fanrei: Rican! (Gasping for breath) I’m so sorry I’m late!

Rican: (sighs then nods sideways) you probably forgot… its fine… I’m going home instead. (Passes him and goes to the door)

Fanrei: Rican, wait! (Holds her arm)

Rican: (passive voice) Fanrei, it’s alright okay? I’m already tired and I want to go home already. (Pulls her arm and leaves)

Fanrei: (sighs in worry) Rican…

 

There were limits to Rican’s patience, even though she loved a person so much. She knew he was busy because of his major but a simple message would do if he won’t be able to go. He did a lot of projects but so did she, but why can’t he spare some time for her? Is he starting to lose his love or is he starting to become too busy to remember that he has a girl friend waiting for him? Doubts of womanizing exceeded her thoughts yet she pushed it aside and concentrated on her studies instead.

 

Rican: (sighs while getting a book from the bookshelf)

Elle: Rican, are you even listening to me? (Facing Rican and exclaiming)

Rican: I’m sorry Elle but I'm not in the mood… (Goes to the next book shelf)

Elle: (follows her) is it because of yesterday?

Rican: (doesn’t mind her and continues searching for a book)

Elle: (holds Rican’s shoulders and faces her) Rican, I'm already explaining what happened…

Rican: (sighs) (looking away) I'm still tired because of yesterday, I didn’t get too much sleep.

Elle: why? Is anything wrong?

Rican: (looks at her) my head was full of assumptions that I don’t even know where it came from. It was so full of thoughts that I even doubted my own best friend. Now tell me… (Looks at her seriously) did you really make that project together, along with your group mates?

Elle: (surprised but does not show it) yes, we made our project and it took us a lot of time! Rican, don’t tell me your doubting me?

Rican: I didn’t want to Elle. (Walks away)

Elle: Rican I'm telling the truth!

Rican: (stops) (turns and looks at her with teary eyes) are you? (Then turns and leaves)

Elle: (looks away and sighs deeply)

 

Rican loved Elle so much because their like twin sisters but she thought, how could Elle lie to her? She knew that Elle and Fanrei were together yesterday because…

 

Rican: (waiting in the restaurant) (sips some coffee and notices Fanrei’s group mates) (puts the mug down)

Jaller: (notices Rican alone) hey Rican! What are you doing here alone? (Goes to her)

Rican: well, I was supposed to meet Fanrei here but he said you were making your project so I'm waiting for him to finish it with you guys. (Looking at Jaller)

Jaller: project with us? Whoa, (Snickers) that’s some excuse…

Rican: what do you mean? (Confused)

Jaller: well I’d hate to be the one to tell you this but as their group leader and all, we don’t have any projects. (Sits in a slouching position) Our schedule’s light and free! (Snaps his finger)

Rican: what? So do you know where he is?

Jaller: don’t you know?

Rican: (nods sideways) no… I don’t…

Jaller: well about that one… uhm… (Clears throat then looks away)

Rican: is there something I need to know? (Worried)

Jaller: well we thought you knew where he’s at right now. (Looks at his group mates/ companions)

Rican: (nods sideways) I-I don’t… (Nervous)

Jaller: (scratches his ear) (sighs) he’s with Elle, their by the park awhile ago when we passed by.

Rican: with Elle? But she’s… (Then remembers something) supposed to be doing the project with you… and Fanrei…

Jaller: oh I see…

Rican: (looks away) (thinks)

 

{In the past…}

Elle: its due on Thursday and we need to pass it.

Fanrei: don’t worry I’ll go to the restaurant just in time…

Elle: and I’ll text you if anything goes wrong…

Rican: (nods)

Elle: so is it a yes?

Rican: alright… alright…

Elle: (smiles at Rican)

Rican: well at least someone’s going to guard Fanrei… (Giggles while looking at him)

Fanrei: hey, you’re mocking me again! Don’t worry; I will never exchange you for someone else! You’ll always be the only one for me… (Kisses her on the cheek) (Then glances at Elle)

Elle: (looks away when he kissed her then looks back)

Rican: (giggles) I love you… (Lies on his chest)

Fanrei: I love you too… (Looking at Elle)

Elle: (looks at him) (smiles)

{Present…}

 

Jaller: you might want to go talk to them both…

Rican: (nods) y-yes I will…

Jaller: well I better go…

Rican: Jaller?

Jaller: (looks at her) yeah?

Rican: thank you…

Jaller: sure… (Stands)

Rican: (looks down)

Jaller: um… Rican, another question… (Looks at her)

Rican: what is it? (Looks at him)

Jaller: is it still you and Fanrei?

Rican: (nods)

Jaller: I see… well… see ya… (Walks away)

Rican: (covers her face with her hands)

Jaller: (walking and then stops and faces Rican again) and Rican?

Rican: yeah? (Looks)

Jaller: you might want to ask them… (Looks away then looks at her) why they were kissing… (Leaves)

Rican: (shocked) (looks down and tears fell from her eyes)

 

Rican wanted to prove Jaller’s statement as a lie. But she can’t seem to do so, until she saw them together that afternoon after their class. They were together and as if they were about to go somewhere without informing Rican. But she knew well enough not to disturb them but follow them instead. She knew that following them would answer all her doubts and questions. But she never knew how painful it could cause. Ending up in Fanrei’s house, she held back the tears and continued to follow. But in the end, they went to a place she least expected them to, a place of child bearing. She couldn’t hold back any longer. A feeling emerged and she hasn’t felt it in all her life yet she couldn’t take the pain so she confronted them…

 

Rican: Elle…

Elle: R-Rican! (Surprised)

Fanrei: (surprised) what are you doing here?

Rican: (irritated) shouldn’t I be the one asking that?

Fanrei: (starts to panic) it’s not what you think… I'm just helping her…

Rican: and you didn’t want me to? (Looking at Elle)

Elle: Rican… I couldn’t tell you… (Looks away)

Rican: I'm your best friend… don’t I deserve to know that? (Looking at her stomach)

Elle: I’m sorry… (Looks at Rican)

Rican: how long has it been? How long have you been keeping this from me?

Elle: (looks down)

Fanrei: (worried look at Elle)

Rican: Tell me! (Voice rises a bit)

Elle: its 4months…

Rican: who’s the father?

Elle: h-he… he’s not here… (Looks away)

Rican: how could he leave you and your baby?

Elle: (looks down)

Rican: tell me the truth Elle… please… don’t lie to me anymore…

Elle: (cries)

Fanrei: Rican, stop it…

Rican: this doesn’t concern you! (Looks at Fanrei)

Fanrei: yes it does!

Rican: (surprised) what do you mean?

Fanrei: I'm the father of that baby!

Rican: (shocked) you… you and Elle? (Tears form from her eyes) Since when?

Fanrei: (looks away)

Rican: tell me! (Shouts) (Tears fall from her eyes)

Fanrei: (stands in anger) It’s been 2 years Rican! Elle and I have been together that long! I love her Rican!

Rican: 2 years?! You’ve been fooling me for 2 years?! (Shouting)

Fanrei: I didn’t want to but Elle was the only one there when I needed you! Every time I wanted to be with you, you were doing some other crap! (Voice rises)

Rican: I wasn’t just doing crap Fanrei! I was studying! I wanted to make my parents proud because I didn’t want to disappoint them anymore! I always gave you my free time… I always gave you what I had as long as I could… how could you do this to me? (Crying)

Fanrei: (scoffs then nods sideways) Rican, look at Elle… she’s far greater than you… and you’ll never be as good as her!

 

A blaze of feeling emerged within Rican’s heart. And this feeling was what the crystal awaited, for it was its trigger. The feeling of “JEALOUSY”… with the sudden overflowing feeling, at last the crystal has awakened…

 

Rican: (crying) you liars! Traitors! (Shouting)

 

A crystalline orange aura surrounded Rican. Her eyes were slowly eaten by an orange color and her pupil eaten along. Her eyes looked like an elemental that had pure orange eyes. The aura that surrounded Rican spread slowly across the room…

 

Rican: (looking at Fanrei) I gave you everything I had… everything I have… yet you did this… to me… (Looks at Elle) I thought you were my best friend… thank you for everything…

 

And with this last statement, everyone in that room changed forms… some were changed into their feared animals and went berserk with fear while the others transformed into their most hated person in the whole world, where they eventually killed themselves out of hatred… the crystal fed upon the trigger of the bearer who did not have any knowledge of the things around her… And that day when the Orange Crystal was finally awakened no one lived but the cause, Rican.

 

 

 

~~~†~~~

 

“Maybe she wasn’t meant to be with that man”, that was what I first thought. But thinking how he could bear to cheat her using her own best friend, that man had a lot of guts and he’s not someone meant for her. I think someone as precious as her deserves someone better, someone who can understand her more than anyone else.

 

Laughter

It was the season of blossoms when she was born. The season of laughter and joy, it was also the reason for her beautiful character. She was raised in a family of four where she had both parents by her side and her older sister who held her hand when she learned to walk. She was never a bother for she did all the things her parents wanted. She was also stubborn in some way but her parents loved it. Her older sister always helped her, but in exchange for something. She had a great life. All those years she lived with a smile on her lips and laughter never disappeared from her face. That was who she is…

 

Craia: Rican! Rican! Where are you?! (Shouting)

Rican: (sneaks behind Craia) Boo!

 

She was a girl with a long curly hair. Her eyes complimented her orange hair for they were also orange. She was a cute girl who loves to joke around and never forgets to smile.

 

Craia: (screams in terror) (gasps) Rican! (Spanks Rican)

Rican: (laughing) oh you should have seen your face Craia!

Craia: Oh you really scared me! I just came out here to call you. (Scoffs) if I only knew you’d do this to me I wouldn’t call you to dinner! (Crosses her arms)

Rican: aw, don’t be mad Craia. I’m sorry… (Looks at Craia with puppy eyes)

Craia: (disgusted) get away from me! Oh! Let’s just go!

Rican: (laughs)

 

This was how she played and gained her happiness. Everything she does is a game for her. But not quite everything…

 

Rican: (smiling) (waving)

Elle: I’m so sorry I’m late!

Rican: oh don’t worry, I just arrived. And besides, I’m used to it… (Giggles)

Elle: (laughs) I’m really sorry. Well let’s go shopping!

Rican: c’mon!

 

Rican was fun-loving and very energetic but when it comes to her best friend, she wastes no time and makes sure that every minute with her is absolutely worth it. Ever since they were kids, Rican and Elle were already best friends and not only that, they loved each other’s company and treated each other as a twin sister. But things don’t always last forever, as they say change is the only permanent thing in this world…

 

Rican: Ouch! (Falls on the ground)

Fanrei: I’m sorry miss! (Reaches out his hand to Rican) are you hurt?

Rican: of course I— (looks at the guy and then becomes speechless)

Fanrei: I’m really sorry… I wasn’t paying attention to my way… is there any way I could show my apology?

Rican: (stands up) w-well… um…

Elle: (hits Rican with her elbow) Rican!

Rican: (goes back to herself) ouch… (Holds her back)

Fanrei: I’m really, really sorry!

Rican: (sighs) well it’s all over and done… hmm… never mind…

Fanrei: are you sure? It doesn’t hurt anywhere?

Rican: you know it hurts a lot, but with you asking it hurts much more! Just leave us alone. I’m fine okay? So you can leave. (Looking badly at him)

Fanrei: but—

Rican: Let’s go! (Gets Elle’s arm)

Elle: okay… (Hugs Rican’s arm)

Fanrei: wait—! (Sighs)

 

But Rican didn’t listen and still went ahead with Elle. As I’ve said, Rican doesn’t want to waste any time with Elle so she blocks and pushes away any hinders that might block their way.

 

Elle: hmm… But you have to admit… he is kind of cute… (Smiles)

Rican: him? Oh please! (Takes a bite from the ice cream)

Elle: (giggles) if I didn’t know you better I’d say you liked the guy, with your reaction a while ago… (Giggles) it’s not like you to stutter in front of a guy.

Rican: Hey… I was just… um… surprised! And my butt hurts a lot… that’s why I wasn’t able to answer him properly!

Elle: hmm… excuses… (Raises her left eyebrow)

Rican: I’m serious!

Elle: (laughs)

 

Rican was also shy in telling her true feelings; she kept it as long as she could hold it. But she wasn’t able to hide it for too long when the same guy courted her after meeting and knowing her at the same school.

 

Rican: Well he asked if he could but I didn’t give him any answers yet…

Elle: what do you mean? He’s so into you! Go ahead and agree! C’mon Rican I know you like this guy too!

Rican: Elle!

Elle: if anything goes wrong, I’ll always be here to help you… don’t worry!

Rican: hmm… if you say so… (Doubting)

Elle: (smiles sweetly)

 

So Rican gave her trust and sure enough they lasted. Now they were already 8 years together and soon it will be 9. But as I have said earlier things change. Just like winds that change course, or like caterpillars that grow into butterflies. And when things change, it will always be good…or bad.

Kefalaio Dyo Chapter Tessera:

Joy

 

The moment my tears started to fall, my grandmother offered her handkerchief and I immediately took it. I wiped my tears and sighed deeply. She smiled at me and told me, “I still have a lot to tell you, please hush now.” I would sniff hard and then lean forward to show her how much I want to hear her story. Seeing how eager I am to listen, she continued with Rican…

 

~~~†~~~

 

Her orange hair brightened as she walked down a sunny corner. Her glittery smile was focused on the people who met her by the corner. They would smile back for she was really beautiful, but there were hidden tears behind those smiles…

 

Prione: (spanks her head)

 

A man with a bright silver hair appeared behind her. He had silver eyes with a very beautiful smile.

 

Rican: (falls on the floor) (glares at the one who did it) why you—! (Surprised)

Prione: yo! (Salutes)

Rican: oh… (Stands up and sweeps her clothes with her hands) why are you here? (Puzzled)

Prione: we found a new guardian. And we need someone who can disguise herself to gather information.

Rican: (a sweat drop forms at the back of her head) (scoffs) why didn’t you just tell me that you need me?

Prione: we don’t… we just need someone who can disguise, not you. (Looking away as if searching)

Rican: (sigh) fine. I’ll do it.

Prione: oh great! Bye then! (Leaves)

Rican: (sigh) why does that guy always pick on me? He always talks to me that way? (Nods sideways)

 

The man who just left was always like that towards Rican. He would not mention how helpful her powers were and would not even tell her that they need her. He wants her to volunteer herself instead of asking for her help. The moment she got home, she noticed a picture on top of the table…

 

Rican: (looks at the picture then gets mad) who brought this out of my room?!

Prione: (passes her) I did…

 

*chibi mode*

Rican: (smoke comes out of her ears) (pulls Prione’s shirt then punches him many times)

**

 

Even though she did that, when she hit him with her final blow, tears also fell from her eyes. When the man noticed this he became silent. She let him go and went to her room with the picture on her hand. She was down that time for she remembered her dearest best friend who she lost many years ago…

 

~~~†~~~

 

I didn’t understand Rican’s life and powers but I became really curious how her best friend died. She seemed to be a really lonely girl who only showed her face with a smile and allowed others to neglect the pain she was feeling. Then my grandmother would hold my hand and tell me how…

Kefalaio Dyo Chapter Tria:

Subterfuge

 

After 15 years, Kyaru grew into the man his parents dreamed of. A man who also reached the goal he has set 18 years ago when he was still 3. And now, he held the musician’s stick and waved as the orchestra followed his every move. Each sway he made brought a lovely yet hair rising sound! A melody that made the audience stand for applause.

 

Kyaru: (faces the audience then bows from left to right)

{At the backstage}

Mrs. Castille: You were magnificent out there Kyaru dear! (Hugs him tightly)

Kyaru: (nods while smiling) (hugs her too)

Mr. Castille: Well then, off we go to celebrate this success!

Kyaru: (holds his father’s shoulder)

Mr. Castille: what is it my boy?

Kyaru: (smiles while holding his suit)

Mr. Castille: oh I forgot! Well we will wait for you outside all right?

Kyaru: (nods)

 

They went out of the backstage and allowed Kyaru to change his clothing. And although everyone was outside waiting for him, he wasn’t alone…He never was.

 

Kyaru: [(thinking)” (sighs) I wish mother and father could hear me speak… Just like you do Cler…”]

Clereontryst: (whispering voice from Kyaru’s head) hmm… That won’t be necessary Kyaru… Even though without a voice, they still love you…

Kyaru: [(thinking)” but I still think they’d love me even more if only I had a voice…”]

Clereontryst: Kyaru, this life that was given to you was a blessing. It may seem as if fate is toying with you, but think about all your achievements in life… And you’ve become the greatest musician there is.

Kyaru: [(thinking)” You never cease to amaze me Cler… You know I’m really glad you can hear me… There is at least but one who hears me… And that is enough than none…”]

Clereontryst: Yes Kyaru, do not worry for I will always be with you…

 

Without any knowledge of the crystal, Kyaru was one of the bearers that the 10 crystals searched for. The Yellow Crystal Guardian has been with Kyaru ever since he was born. And with her powers neutralized and her true state in a deep slumber, she can only communicate through whispering in his mind. This was how Kyaru learned to create beautiful symphonies; it was with the help of the crystal.

 

{In a luxurious restaurant}

Mr. Castille: (standing and lifting a glass of wine) I would like to offer a toast for my one and only son who has reached his dreams and became one of the bests. Cheers!

All: CHEERS!!!

Kyaru: (smiles and happy)

Mrs. Castille: I'm really happy that your concert was a success… I'm so proud of you!

Kyaru: (does a sign language: “I'm glad you liked it too… I'm very, very happy that you are proud of me”)

Mrs. Castille: I will always be proud of you Kyaru… and I will never, ever be disappointed. You are our greatest treasure!

Kyaru: (does a sign language: “thank you mother”)

Mr. Castille: my boy, you have reached both our dreams… you were wonderful…

Kyaru: (smiles)

Mrs. Castille: Kyaru?

Kyaru: (looks at her)

Mrs. Castille: I wanted to talk to you for a moment…

Kyaru: (nods)

 

Kyaru’s mother held his arm and led him to the restaurant’s balcony. She looked deep into his eyes and hugged him tightly. Then she looked again and started…

 

Mrs. Castille: Kyaru dear… I wanted to tell you that there is a secret place in our home…

Kyaru: (puzzled)

Mrs. Castille: we always go out in the balcony and you always play the flute for me right?

Kyaru: (nods)

Mrs. Castille: underneath my chair… there is a secret passageway… I wanted you to know about this because of your success tonight…

Kyaru: (smiles) (does a sign language: “I understand what you mean mother. Thank you for trusting me”)

Mrs. Castille: (smiles at him) well we better go back… you father must be searching for us…

Kyaru: (nods)

 

They all had fun that night. And finally when the struck of midnight ticked the clock, the guests went home and the family tucked their selves in bed. But while Kyaru was trying to sleep, he could not stop his curiosity from rising. He wanted to check if what his mother said was true. He went down and slowly walked towards the balcony…

 

Kyaru: (slowly opens the door of the balcony then gasps)

Leader: boo!

 

Kyaru didn’t reach the balcony for someone suddenly grabbed him. And since Kyaru can’t speak, they made noises for his parents to awaken. True enough, Kyaru’s father awoke. It was a sound from the kitchen, a sound of a fallen object. So he went and checked. And to his surprise, it was Kyaru! Held by the thieves who greed for money.

 

Mr. Castille: Let my son go! (Attacks)

Thief 1: (blocks him and grabs his arms)

Leader: Hold it old man! Don’t think we’ll let you off that easy! We know your rich… so where’s the cash?!

Mr. Castille: Let him go first and I’ll give you everything you need! Just let him go!

Leader: (scoffs) what do you take me for, an idiot? Show me the money before we unhand your son!

Mrs. Castille: Honey? What’s going on? (Arrives) (Stops and gasps)

Leader: Get ‘er!

Thief 3: (grabs her arms)

Mrs. Castille: You’re hurting me!

Leader: now tell me where your cash is!

Mr. Castille: It’s by the—

Kyaru: (tries to stop him by emitting sounds)

Leader: You darn… (Punches Kyaru)

Kyaru: (groans in pain) (coughs)

Mr. & Mrs. Castille: Kyaru! How could you!

Leader: (points the gun to Kyaru’s head) now tell me where the damn cash is or you’ll see your son’s brain just fall in front of you!

Mrs. Castille: no! No! Don’t do that to him!

Leader: then tell me where it is!

Mr. Castille: behind the family portrait! The bank is there!

Leader: and the pass code?

Mrs. Castille: 0808! Now please let us go!

 

The leader pushed Kyaru aside and his parents rushed to him. The leader went to the vault and saw all the money the family has. Then as he touched and smelled the money, greed swallowed him and he asked for more…

 

Leader: (looking at the money) (Smiling)

Thief 4: boss, this could be at least a million or so!

Leader: (faces the Castille family) where’s the other cash?

Mr. Castille: what other cash? That’s all we have…

Leader: don’t play dumb old man! (Points the gun to him) (Scoffs) with this money you got here there’s got to be more!

Mrs. Castille: but that’s all we have! We don’t have anything more!

Leader: Shut up! (Points the gun to her)

Mr. Castille: (protects her)

Leader: now I'm not gonna ask again… where’s the fucking money?!

Mr. Castille: that’s all we have!

Leader: (shoots Mr. Castille on the leg) tell me!

Mrs. Castille: No!!! (Tears fall from her eyes) (Hugs him and caresses his hair)

Kyaru: (shocked) (couldn’t move)

Leader: damn it old man! If you don’t tell me where you’re hiding your other cash I'm gonna kill you for sure! (Pulls the trigger of the gun)

Mr. Castille: we… we don’t have anything more than that… (Weakly speaking)

Leader: Last chance old man… (Angry)

Mr. Castille: we… don’t have any… other money…

Leader: Darn you! (Shoots him on the chest area repeatedly)

Mrs. Castille: (gets hit but tries to warn Kyaru) go Kyaru… leave…

Kyaru: (still shocked and still unable to move)

Leader: (pulls Mrs. Castille’s hair then faces her to Kyaru) Now take a last look at your baby boy… cause this is gonna be the last time you’ll see him alive…

Mrs. Castille: no… (Crying)

Leader: Say goodbye to your mom… (Smiles) (Points the gun to her head)

 

Kyaru’s eyes widened with shock. He tried to stop the boss but he stood too late… The Leader already shot Mrs. Castille and he threw her body to Kyaru. They both fell on the floor with Kyaru’s eyes filled with tears. The killer looked at them and laughed hysterically. He did a swell job and this was proven to be the greatest massacre he has done in his life.

 

Kyaru: (crying) (embraces the dead bodies of his parents)

Leader: get everything in that vault… then let’s go!

Thief 5: how about that guy? (Points his thumb to Kyaru)

Kyaru: (crying) (mouthing words) Mother… Father…

Leader: just go to the truck…

Thief 5: as you say boss… (Leaves)

Leader: (snickers) (faces Kyaru)

Kyaru: (crying while embracing his parents)

Leader: well I guess your next… (Points the gun to Kyaru’s head)

Kyaru: (embraces his parent’s body tighter) NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!(Shouts)

 

And with this sudden turn of event, Kyaru’s true voice awakened with the crystal’s power! The trigger that the Yellow Crystal Guardian awaited was “Pain”… And Kyaru learned of this feeling in the hardest way…

 

Kyaru: (crying) Mother… Father… Die!!! Die you bastards!!! Die!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Shouting)

 

A crystalline yellow aura surrounded Kyaru. His eyes changed into pure yellow like an elemental. The aura that surrounded his body crushed the land where he kneeled embracing his parents. Then he looked at the killer who had fun with what he has done.

 

Kyaru: you… (Sniffled cry) you killed them… (Stands and walks toward the killer)

Leader: (shocked and scared) (shoots him on the chest)

Kyaru: (stops walking and looks at the bullets repelled by the shield of the crystal)

{The others went back because of the sound of the fired bullets…}

Kyaru: (looks at them) you’ll all… Die!!!

 

The gang did their best to shoot Kyaru but the awakened power of the crystal blocked all entities that tried to cause harm to its bearer… Kyaru’s voice dug within their heads… the mirrors and the glass in the house shattered into pieces. The high frequency shriek shattered everything and slowly the thieves heard this same shriek. A soft shriek at first but it became a high pitched shriek that caused an explosion of blood. No one was able to escape this misfortune and no one nearby lived after this except for the cause, Kyaru. And as what I have told, his life was never the same again…

 

 

 

~~~†~~~

 

After telling me Kyaru’s story, I couldn’t hold my tears. It fell from my eyes as if it was rain pouring. I couldn’t imagine living a life where my parents were murdered in front of me. But thinking about how he would move on, I know it would be really hard…

Kefalaio Dyo Chapter Dyo:

Innocence

It was a wonderful evening when their first born child cried out of his mother’s womb. This was a miracle for the Castille couple. This child was considered a blessing for in their 12 years of marriage, it was the only time she gave birth to a child. After this he didn’t want any more children in her womb, afraid that she might die in giving birth. But they were already satisfied with this baby, why ask for more when you are happy with what you have? This is what the child has grown upon to. Being happy for what he had and not for what he wanted to get. Although he was said to be a miracle, he was perfect for the husband and wife but no one’s perfect. He was well in fact mute. No voice to speak yet he hears and feels like others do. And he never fails to share a smile to everyone around him, most especially to his parents who loves him so much. And his name, he was called Kyaru…

 

Kyaru: (pulling his father’s shirt and pointing to the ice cream vendor)

Mr. Castille: Oh, I see you like some ice cream. Well let’s buy some later after you’re done eating your food. (Smiles)

 

He was still a little boy with childish dreams yet he could actually reach it. His father loves to stare at his soft golden eyes and whenever he plays under the sun, his blonde stylish hair shines like gold!

 

Kyaru: (nods and smiles)

Mrs. Castille: (brushes her hand through Kyaru’s hair) you’re such an obedient boy… (Smiles)

 

He always carried a smile on his lips, allowing people to see the golden pot of a rainbow despite the scarcity behind it. Kyaru never failed to make his parents laugh and smile whenever he thanked them and showed them how much love he had for them. They were but one small family who had everything they’ve ever wanted. Now Kyaru was well in fact mute, but it did not hinder him to become one of the most talented students in school. He gained several awards and from what you might ask, from all his compositions. He was greatly involved in music, where he found peace and harmony. His parents thought of it as a gift that allowed him to show the world how great life can be even though you’re not perfect.

 

Kyaru: (arrives from school and hands a certificate to his mother)

Mrs. Castille: Oh you got another one? (Reads the certificate)

Kyaru: (nods while smiling)

Mr. Castille: the teachers are praising him for all his compositions. (Puts Kyaru’s bag on the couch) They wanted to give him trophies again but I insisted they gave him certificates instead.

Mrs. Castille: (snickers happily) oh you’re such a great boy Kyaru. (Holds both his cheeks) Just carry on with your dreams and soon, you will reach it… (Smiles)

Kyaru: (hugs his mother)

 

With each passing day, Kyaru became more musically inclined. He even loved playing musical instruments but what he loved most was playing the flute to his mother before she went to bed every afternoon. They would stay at the veranda and watch the birds fly by. Then she would lie down her cushioned chair and Kyaru would start to play his flute…

 

Kyaru: (closed eyes while playing his flute)

Mrs. Castille: (looking at Kyaru) Kyaru?

Kyaru: (stops then looks at his mother with a confused look)

Mrs. Castille: I remembered something very important. Do you mind waiting for me here?

Kyaru: (smiles and nods sideways)

Mrs. Castille: (smiles back) it will just take a moment… (Stands and goes to her room)

Kyaru: (looks at the tree and notices a beautiful bird) [(thinking)” hmm… now what is mother up to? Oh well… “]

 

Kyaru swayed his head to the melody of the breeze. Then slowly closed his eyes to sing with it even without a voice…

 

Mrs. Castille: Kyaru dear? (Looking at him with a very happy face)

Kyaru: (surprised) (then smiles)

Mrs. Castille: I want to give you a present… (Reveals a flute box that she hid behind her)

Kyaru: (gasps in amazement)

Mrs. Castille: (sits) you see Kyaru, I was also a flute player before. And that’s how I met your father who was a guitar player in a band. We had opposite attitudes and yet our music bonded us together. He plays rock while I play in orchestras but the difference only bonded us even more, because he learned to love my music and so did I…

Kyaru: (listening intently) (nods at times and smiles)

Mrs. Castille: we loved each other so much and now that you’re with us, we have never been so close. You added love to our hearts Kyaru… and you are the most amazing child one can ever ask for… (Hands the box to Kyaru) thus, I want you to have this. My very own flute…

Kyaru: (smiles) (gets the box) (then puts it aside and hugs his mother)

Mrs. Castille: oh Kyaru… (Hugs him tightly)

 

This was how he lived, full of love and care from his parents. And that was how he learned and understood things around him. This was the life he had, the life that he will never return to…

Kefalaio Dyo Chapter Ena:

Problems

 

My grandmother would always start the story this way…

 

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~†~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

 

Rain poured heavily that day yet he walked like there were no raindrops falling unto him. His hands were in his pockets and he listened to the music his earphones produced. His blonde hair was already wet and it was down to his cheeks. His golden eyes were full of care yet there was something else in it. He was staring blankly while walking as if he was thinking of something really important. But…

 

Rican: (taps his shoulder and shelters him with the umbrella) Kyaru, you forgot your umbrella again.

 

The woman who tapped him had bright orange eyes. Her orange hair was long and curly; it was also until her chest area. She had a caring smile on her face yet her eyes wanted to scold him.

 

Kyaru: (looks at her) (confused)

Rican: (removes one earphone) I said, you forgot your umbrella.

Kyaru: oh… (Gets the umbrella then uses it) (Puts his earphone back)

 

*chibi mode*

Rican: (looks blankly at him) wow… I don’t even get a thank you…?

**

 

He was thinking of something important and he didn’t want anyone to disturb him. The moment he sat down in class, he wrote musical notes on his notebook like he always does. He doesn’t want to talk a lot for he conceals his thoughts within him. It wasn’t his normal routine but he became quiet that day because of someone. He was still thinking about it and he didn’t seem to get it out of his mind…

 

Kyaru: (sighs deeply)

 

{In the past…}

 

It was raining that day when someone woke him up…

 

Rican: Kyaru we need you right now!

 

The same girl with orange eyes and hair woke him up with terrified eyes. And the moment he saw her he knew exactly why they needed him…

 

Kyaru: Do they need us?

Rican: (nods sideways) not the guardians… someone needs us… there’s a hostage taking at the bank… we can’t be seen but we have to help!

Kyaru: (nods) I understand.

 

The moment he saw the hostage takers on the television, he was infuriated for they held children as hostages. One pointed a gun on the child’s head and laughed as if it was just a joke.

 

Kyaru: what am I supposed to do? I can’t pick up the sound if there’s no sound.

Rican: oh I'm sorry… I put it in mute… (Smiles nervously)

 

When the sound was back on, they suddenly heard a gunshot. It was stating that their action was already late…

 

Kyaru: (gasps) no… (Looks down in disappointment)

Rican: Kyaru! (Shaking him) don’t lose hope yet… we can still save the others!

Kyaru: (suddenly looks at the television)

 

His eyes suddenly lit in yellow while the hostage takers held their head in pain. There was already an effect for his powers reached them but there was something wrong… he felt it… the child they killed was still a life unsaved.

 

{Present…}

 

Kyaru: (lays his head on his arms) why…?

 

~~~†~~~

 

The moment my grandmother mentioned “power”, I became really curious as to what his powers were. And of course my grandmother smiled at me and told me his story…

 

Kefalaio Ena Chapter Dyo:

Lunar Eclipse

 

Now let’s pick up from where we left off…

 

“The Millennia Astrum shines brightest for a year then slowly dims after giving birth to the crystals. The crystals had human-like forms but on the other half of their bodies are like that of a ghost. But the difference is whatever their power’s color is, that’s the color of their ghastly other end. The crystals had 10 different powers, powers that they use to satisfy their bearer’s needs and to be used in time of need.

 

You won’t notice the birth of the crystals, unless you’re observant. When the star’s brightness starts to dim, a ray of aurora appears in the evening sky just as a lunar eclipse passes. When everything is covered in darkness the only light you will see is the aurora and 10 solid crystalline rays from the heavens. And when the world sees again, the aurora will not be noticed and it will fade along with the brightness of the moon, disappearing and leaving the crystals born in the evening sky…

 

There are 10 colors of the crystals. Such magnificent colors yet still asleep. Opening their eyes and adjusting to the place, that’s what they do first. Then they greet one another and share a smile. Then they talk and prepare until the end of night to travel the voids of time and meet their bearers.

 

They would eventually rest before the time comes. They store up their energy and as soon as the first ray of sunlight peeks, they immediately open the dimension towards the void of time. And as the last crystal enters, the void disappears and along with it were the crystals searching for their bearers…”

 

After telling me the story of the Star and the Crystals my Grandfather would hold the hand of my Grandmother and then kiss her on the cheek. After this they would look at each other’s eyes with a tenderness I can’t explain. Then they look at my confused face and smile at me as sweetly as they could. Then continued with the story…

 

Kefalaio Ena Chapter Ena:

The Millennium Star

 

There was a story I loved to hear whenever I listened to my Grandparents. I wasn’t a child nor was I an adult, and I admit it. But perhaps I was in between, a child and at the same time an adult. This story was said to be true by my Grandparents, yet I imagined it to be a fantasy and only true in their dreams. But truth is only believed when seen or when evidence is provided. And this is what they provided me…

 

I can still remember my Grandmother starting the story just like this…

 

“Once in a million years, a star shines with brightness and power. This star’s magnificent physical feature is easily seen in the eyes of a telescope, yet it bears a radiant color that causes obsession. But only once in a million years does this star shine the most. This star is easily spotted as the brightest amongst them. With its amazing features, this star was called Millennia Astrum. But there is more to this star than what man sees with his naked eyes. For within its core, 10 vibrant crystals dwell. 10 crystals with 10 different colors yet they live in peace and harmony. These crystals, though different they may be, help each other to give life and energy to the star. Allowing it to shine once in a million years…

 

Although brightens once in a million years, this star gives way to the birth and growth of the crystals. Thus creating an aurora where it gently gives birth to the crystals, one by one. When all the crystals have left the star, it will slowly incinerate and await another millennium for the return of the crystals. Where they will again provide power to the star and let it shine with full brightness for a year or so… Depending from the power that they have gathered from their bearers…

 

These crystals will travel in different voids of time where they will search for the birth of their rightful bearers who will then cause harmony or havoc to mankind. But with the rigorous travel of the crystals in the void of time, they become neutralized where they fall into a deep slumber. Traveling the void of time also causes them to adapt certain triggers or also known as feelings where when felt, causes massive destruction to mankind and as well as their bearer’s life energy. These triggers become life to them yet death to their bearers…”

 

Did it interest you? I guess it did… So let me continue as if I’m with my Grandparents, and let us tell you the story of the TENTATIONEM…