Chapter 9 and 10

Chapter 9

Suddenly she felt someone grabbed her hand and was dragging her by the said then pushed her against a wall. Maria felt a feeling that she had never felt before but she couldn’t describe it. She glanced at the person and realized the person was dressed like the man she saw in the village. She tried to see who this person was but their face was covered. She then looked at the person and said “Do you know why I haven’t punched you? Because I already examined you and you don’t have any weapons which is quite shocking as most people do this either want to kill me or to steal something.” The person said “Well sister it seems we have finally met I have been waiting for you for quite some time. I must say you surely don’t act like an angel though. “As he took of his mask revealing his long hair, pale skin and dark, brown sparkling eyes. Maria felt like a needle pinned her heart and a tear escaped her eyes. Maria then said “Damon, is that you?” which made him smile while letting out a soft chuckle. He then said “Sister, it seems we share a close bond even though we haven’t physically met each other and the fact you know me means a lot to me.” “Ahem, so can you please introduce us my dear husband.” said a man. Maria looked at the man puzzled then glanced at Damon who was blushing. The person walked closer revealing his muscular body and tall height. He had short black silky hair and dark brown eyes. Maria then teasingly said “Ohhh, the air smells quite different (sniff) it smells like love.” Maria smirked and looked at Damon who was as red as a tomato. Damon said “Ahem, so Maria this is my husband Alvaro. Alvaro this is Maria.” Damon bowed his head down from embarrassment. Maria then asked “So how did you two meet?” Damon said “I think we should go somewhere to talk about this.” Alvaro then grabbed their two hands and dragged them to the garden. Maria said “Now spill.” She impatiently waited and Damon let out a soft sigh and started explaining.

Chapter 10

Thirty years ago. Damon was from a poor family. His mother was a bedridden widow. Damon was bullied every day and was called a “monster". He was always bullied for being weak, having to take care of his mom, doing chores while other kids were playing outside and lastly because whenever anyone around him touched him they would get chills running down their spine. Many described it as a sudden chill of death. Every day he would silently cry in his room. They were multiple times when he tried to kill himself but he always remembered his mom and her helpless state. That always stopped him from what he was about to do. One day there was an announcement that several boys in the country would be joining the military and there will be a lucky few who would be able to join a clan and practice spiritual techniques, improve their martial art skills and more. The village was in chaos and was filled with cries, just then Damon's mom said “My son, don’t worry about me. I will be ok. I am truly disappointed in myself as I couldn’t even give you a mother's love which you truly desire. Most of your life you have been taking care of me and it makes me feel like I have neglected my duty as a mother.” This was one of Damon’s memories which gave him motivation and strength whenever he faced challenges. The day had finally arrived for him to leave his mom and start a new life. The guards finally came and gave them time to say their goodbyes. The village was filled with wails. Damon slowly went towards his mother and said “Mom wait for me. I will be back,” while giving his mom a kiss on her forehead, a tear escaped his eye. He quickly got up and wiped his face. The guards said it was time for them to go and separated the boys from their parents.

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