Elizabeth Smith
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Noir kept taking slow, paced steps. The darkness of the narrow path seemed suffocating, and the musty smell of moss and rotting rocks filled everywhere. Unlike the beginning of his journey within the entire underground expanse, the exit path was entirely devoid of light. No magic crystals for lighting, or even glowing minerals. It was pure darkness. There was also no sign of life, the entire area seemed deserted—perfect for espionage. After leaving the center of the catacomb, Noir walked for the…-
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Noir sat down in the inn where he lodged. He was by himself, something he had grown used to. However, this time it was different. He found himself thinking about Ciara and the others often, something he wouldn't have done naturally. He realized that he had already grown attached to them—no, rather he had grown attached to Ciara. Why? The reason evaded him, but he knew one thing for sure. "I can't..." Noir reminded himself. There were many reasons why he couldn't allow such emotions and…
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The candidates finally concluded their speeches, and it was time to decide the winner. As per protocol, all aspirants were told to leave the room for the rest of the class to vote. Ciara, as well as the eight others who spoke, left the lecture hall. Thus, the voting began... * * * Ciara and the rest of the students were allowed back in. This time they were all told to go to sit among the rest of the class. Ciara found her spot beside Serah and Samuel, who kept her seat for her. "Wow, excellent…
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The incident, which had sent countless students to the infirmary, was quietly swept under the rug and was treated as nonexistent. This was because Mia belonged to Nobility, and thanks to her prowess, they had a certain degree of influence comparable to members of High Nobility. Also, the students she attacked were all of lower nobility, making them powerless to the aristocratic system and politics of the Institute. Ciara knew she could have pulled her High Nobility card, which far outstripped Mia's…
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"I'll BREAK you!!!" Mia began screaming as she lunged at her opponent with an insane look in her eyes. Ciara observed Mia's demeanor, her expressions, her behavior. Then her rage and anger vanished. All she could feel for her was... absolute pity. "" Ciara chanted. Suddenly, an invisible wall of air hit Mia, causing her to fall. Her entire body was shaking, her hands were twitching. Her eyes were widened, and her lips trembled. "I'm not yours to break" Ciara declared, leaving the defeated girl on…
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Mia fell to her knees. Her head hung in defeat as she faced the ground. She couldn't believe what she was hearing. 'Me? Weak?' That wasn't how she saw it. That wasn't what she had been told. She remembered... * * * "Mia, you're an exceptional girl. Having a Rare Bloodline... amazing!" Her mother told her. "Indeed, you're special." Her father said. "Lady Mia is the best." Her maids told her. "Lady Mia is unstoppable." Her tutor told her. "You're invincible." Her childhood friend told…
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Ciara stared hard at Mia, frowning and determined to take her down. Mia stared back, but with a wicked gleam in her eyes and a sadistic smile. She was going to break Ciara. Samuel and Serah looked at the two girls who were about to face off. They had not seen Ciara in action yet, but even if she was an Exception, it still wouldn't be enough to beat Mia. Ciara looked in their direction, and after seeing their worried faces, she smiled. "Don't worry about me. You should keep your distance, though,"…
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"" Serah inhaled as she chanted. Suddenly all the white glow on her body was concentrated on her fist for this final attack. Mia's eyes widened as she saw the move. "Interesting! How amusing!!!" Was all she could let out as she gazed expectantly at the attack. "Die, bitch!!!" Serah yelled angrily as she launched the fist toward Mia's face. >BOOOOMMMM< There was a huge noise, caused by the impact between Serah's fist and Mia's barrier. Unfortunately, the barrier won. "Gah!" Serah felt pain. She…
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"Sicko." Serah spat. She had never really fought Mia before. In fact, no one in their class had ever really fought her—not that they wanted to. Mia's fight was always one-sided. She would control her opponents and then break them. There was no time for any counterattack, and so there was never a real fight with Mia. She was invincible! "But now... I might have a chance." Serah thought to herself. Since Mia had decided not to use her controlling ability, Serah could fight back. Mia was sure to…
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Fear. Anxiety. Sadness. Disappointment. Anger. These feelings mixed within Ciara as she made the discovery of Mia's nature. Everything they shared had been a lie. This was the true Mia. The students who could not move anything except their faces used what little chance they had to apologize and plead. Most of them placed the blame on Samuel and Serah. Though it was clear they all despised Mia, it was irrefutable that Serah and Samuel had been the ones to cross the line. They were the cause of Mia's…
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