Beneath the Bloodstained Moon Chapter 3

At the hostel room

Aria chose the single-seater room as she wasn’t comfortable sharing one. She lay in bed, gazing at the mess around her.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

I'll arrange this room tomorrow. *Muttered*

Alarica sits up and pulls a family picture from her bag, her eyes welling with tears.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

I'm sorry, Mom, but Dad forced me to make this decision. I know I hurt you, but he needs to understand that killing and power aren't the true essence of life.

Alarica clutched the picture to her chest, tears streaming down her face as she longed for the warmth of her family.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

I'm not weak, Dad. I'll prove it to you, I’m capable without your dark, manipulative tactics.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

I miss everyone. *Close her eyes and sleep*

Alarica fell asleep, a few tears escaping her eyes. She was torn, uncertain about her decision - was this really what she wanted?

At early morning

Alarica took a quick shower and hurriedly unpacked her bags, moving with urgency as she couldn’t afford to be late for her classes again.

After breakfast, she rushed out, only stopping when she reached her class. Her eyes quickly went to her wristwatch, relieved to see that she was on time.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

*Smile*

She walked into the class and headed for a seat by the window, but just as she was about to sit, someone yanked her back.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

Excuse me! *Said angrily*

Random Girl:2

This is our seat. You can't sit here. *Said angrily*

Alarica Volkova (FL)

Is your name written on this seat? I got here first, so I’m sitting here.

Random Girl:1

Yes, From the day one, it's our seat. so fuck off bitch.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

You... *About to argue*

Alarica was about to argue when, at that moment, Kael entered the class, his gloomy, authoritative presence silencing everyone. Alarica couldn’t help but glance at him for a few seconds.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

(He is a murderer. I need to stay away from him)

Kael took his seat, and the room buzzed with conversation once more. Alarica continued to stare at him until the girl shoved her away again.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

Heyy *Glared at her angrily*

Random Girl:1

Fuck off *Scoff*

The two girls laughed mockingly and took the seat. Alarica glanced at them, deciding not to engage. It was pointless to hit a wall, so she chose another seat.

Kael, who had been watching the entire scene, stood up and walked toward the desk where the two girls were sitting. He tapped it twice with his index finger.

Kael Vortigern (ML)

Mind if I take this seat today? *his voice laced with an icy coldness*

Random Girl:2

No... No, sir. The seat is yours anyway. You don't need to ask. *Stammered nervously and scared*

The two girls were visibly scared as Kael approached, quickly standing up and scrambling to change seats.

Kael turned to Alarica, grabbing her wrist and forcefully guiding her to the seat near the window.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

*Gasp*

It all happened so quickly that Alarica barely realized what had just transpired in those few seconds.

Kael sat beside her, his presence firm as he subtly prevented her from standing up, knowing she was ready to confront him.

Kael Vortigern (ML)

Listen, little rebel. This is my college, and I’m the one in charge here. If you dare speak another word, it will be the biggest mistake of your life. *Cold and said in a commanding tone*

Alarica Volkova (FL)

*Frowning* Do you think I'm afraid of you? And my name is Alarica, not 'Rebel.'

Kael Vortigern (ML)

You should *Smirk*

Alarica Volkova (FL)

Then it's your mistake. Alarica *retorted angrily* I'm Alarica Volkova, and Alarica is not afraid of anyone.

Kael Vortigern (ML)

Rival? *Chuckled darkly*

Alarica fell silent, realizing she shouldn’t have revealed her identity. But her temper had gotten the best of her, and in her anger, she had blurted it out like a parrot.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

*Freezes* (What?)

Kael Vortigern (ML)

Volkov And Vortigern have been rivals for ages. So don't pretend like you don’t know who the hell I am. Sienna told you everything yesterday, didn’t she? *Said in an extremely cold voice*

Alarica Volkova (FL)

I'm Volkova, I’ll agree to that. *Said sharply*

Alarica Volkova (FL)

I’m not related to the one you’re talking about. And no one owns the patent or brand mark to this surname, do they? There are plenty of people who carry the same surname—it’s not exclusive.

Kael Vortigern (ML)

It would be beneficial for you if you’re not the one. *His voice dripping with warning*

Kael Vortigern (ML)

Because it’s not advisable, especially for a fragile girl with no protection, to be studying freely in enemy territory, let alone in the same class at an enemy school.

Alarica Volkova (FL)

Like I said before, I’m not afraid of you. I’m not weak. If you think that just because I fainted yesterday at the sight of blood, you can judge me as fragile, then I’ll prove you wrong soon enough. *Said firmly*

Kael Vortigern (ML)

Brave one, Aren't you?

Alarica Volkova (FL)

Yes, I'm. *Said angrily*

Alarica Volkova (FL)

My father never taught me to bow in front of anyone. Taking my defeat would only embarrass him. *Glare at him*

Kael Vortigern (ML)

*Chuckled darkly* intersting

Before they could argue further, the teacher entered the class, and Alarica fell silent. She didn’t want any trouble and knew she had to control her anger and think practically.

To be continued