5 V - Beyond Blood

Fynn: The song is called "Snake in the Grass".

I just look at them and kind of want to stop and not do this whatsoever, but I am already here and can't regret my decision. Taking a deep breath I sit on the bench and put my fingers on the key. I begin playing a soft tune with a sad ring to it. But the main thing that goes through it is a feeling of being hurt. Then, when those feelings had a little bit of time to set in place, I begin to sing.

"You were the world to me

and I thought I would always be there

for you.

I was too blind to see..."

As soon as I opened my mouth the first line flowed out as natural as if I had been singing this song for decades. But even I was affected by it. The sourness, the sadness, the hurt, the anger. I keep singing while I feel my eyes begin to tear up. My mother is already crying and even my dad's eyes are red.

'I hope to get through to you. To actually be able to express what I saved up through the years.'

"I guess you've taken me for granted.

You've filled my world full of lies.

I want to know, give me some answers.

But you can't even look me in the eyes."

'Even though I should hate you so much... I can't bring myself to do it. I guess this is what means to have a family...'

I have been crying for quite a while now. My parent's stopped doing so as soon as they saw me tear up. I don't know what kind of face I was making, but it must have been a bad one for them to react like that.

"Why?

Tell me why you're crying?

You've brought this on yourself.

Lie

Tell me why you're lying?

It's time to put you on your shelf"

Fynn: Damn it!

I hit the keys as soon as I finish that line. I can't bring myself to finish the song. It hurts. Singing this hurts because it's something I am relating to on a really personal level. Guess it's time to have a long conversation with both of them...

But just as I was thinking that I felt a sudden weight on me which was followed instantly by a warmth that I didn't know. Or at least hadn't felt in a long time. It's something I have longed for my whole life. It's the warmth of a heartfelt hug. It is something that only a mother can pull off to this levels. That is when I surrendered. I hugged my mother and started wailing in her arms like a little child. I had been holding in all this for seventeen years. It was time to let it out.

*

Fynn: What is funny is that I tried really hard to be mad at you both. But I just couldn't bring myself to. Instead it was the feeling of longing and hurt which made me act like that. Still, even though I acted like a total ass, I am not the one who should apologize. And I won't. Because I adamantly believe that you are the ones who are in the wrong here.

Elisa: We know... we spent the whole night trying to think of how to talk to you again.

Kazuto: Yeah, we really weren't expecting you to come up with that though.

Kazuto: Since when do you sing?

Fynn: I remember telling you both two years ago that I wanted to pick up singing and piano. Though I am not surprised you forgot it.

I hate seeing their guilty expressions when I say these lies, but they are needed, there is no way I am telling them I am not their son, as I now am.

Fynn: Well that doesn't matter now. I just hope that you guys won't make those mistakes again...

Elisa: Definitely not. I can't believe I allowed myself to miss seventeen years of my only child's life.

Kazuto: I am even more guilty than your mother. After all I, like you said, haven't even tried to be your dad.

Fynn: I don't need words guys. I need proof. And that can only be given with time.

Kazuto: You are right... I guess by now, our word is worth crap, right?

Fynn: Though it pains me to say it... yeah.

I guess it is as they say... I can't really be angry at them. I can only love and learn how to forgive their mistakes. So while they put in the effort to fix the damage done, I'll put my all to help them do so.

*

It's been a full week since the event of Bahamut. A lot of paranormal activities have been hapening around the area lately. Some devils have appeared too. According to mom they are Aristocrats of sorts who make deals with the magicians in this area. I think she said something about Bael house? Anyways, today is the day I am going to announce myself as a Campione to the supernatural world. I just hope goes alright, since this will mark the beginning of something I longed for since I was child, before taking over this body.

Elisa: Fynn are you ready?!

Fynn: Yeah mom coming down right now!

And I just disappear from my place and appear right besides her. Thanks to my new speed doing this is quite easy. Though I must say that it has been hard this last week, having to get used to my new strength.

Kazuto: Do you have your powers checked?

Fynn: Yes dad, I have already mastered everything.

Elisa: Perfect. Well, we might leave already, the higher-ups are waiting at the ISE.

This week my relationship with my parents also got a lot better. At least now we can talk without any issues coming up.

'I am kind of nervous... well, whatever it may be, let it be.'

*

Once we reach the Irish Supernatural Embassy, which is a normal chalet pretty close to our house, I feel slightly disappointed. I mean... a chalet?

Elisa: Come on inside Fynn.

Fynn: Isn't dad coming?

Kazuto: Since I am not part of this world, I am not allowed entry.

'I don't like this.'

I can't help but get a bad feeling out of this. Not because the isn't allowed entry, but because the way he said it, it would seem as if he was treated as below this by the so said higher-ups... I'll have to see how I'll deal with this.

Fynn: Oh, ok. See you in a jiffy.

Then my mother and I go in. To my surprise, though I don't show it on my face, this place is huge on the inside. Guess magic can hide things quite perfectly.

???: Oh if it isn't Elisa and her son!

Elisa: Sir Edgard...

Edgard: Why so cold dear? I was sent to receive you and take you to the boss.

My mother's attitude towards this guy is plainly bad. She seems to hate him. I guess there are things that won't change ever. Like assholes having high standing in important organizations.

Fynn: Then shall we proceed?

I quickly decided to move forward with things, since I can't allow things yo escallate here. I just want to get over with this. He just glares at me and then turns around.

'I guess he just doesn't dare create trouble.'

With this matter solved, we continue walking for a few minutes until we reach the end of the path. All I can see besides the white walls is a big mahogany door which seems to be at least a few centuries old. Edgard gets close and announces himself, saying that he brought the accused and the accomplice.

'So that is how it is... I'll have to look for a wat to avoid trouble.'

???: Come in!

An authoritative voice commands us. Edgard opens the door and signals us to enter with a smirk. If I can, I'll get rid of this guy quickly. He is a liability and seems to be the kind to stab you in the back.

Elisa: I am here, Lord Angwyn.

Angwyn: Elisa, you have been found guilty of using your own child to create a Campione. And you child, are accused of being her accomplice.

Fynn: Under what evidence?

Angwyn: Oh, just the fact that half the supernatural world knows you killed Bahamut, and also the fact that your mother knows about this side of the world.

Elisa: Isn't there a way to avoid trouble for Fynn?

As soon as my mother asks that question, Angwyn's face distorts and a lustful look forms in his eyes. So this is what he wanted... I am going to destroy this place right now.

Angwyn: Well if you wa... WHAT!

I disappear and when they see me I am holding Gae Bolg right at Angwyn's neck.

Fynn: I am going to be very direct here. Nod if it's true, Deny if it's false, wink if you want to die. There are no other options.

He understood that he underestimated me. They must have thought I wouldn't be able to control my powers, as I have learned that a Campione who takes the god's powers is different from me, who got them as a gift. Then he nods his head.

Fynn: Good. Now... were we set up so you could have your way with my mom and control me? Remember, wink or nod.

He nods.

Fynn: I see... are you also the one who sent the cult to awaken Bahamut?

Angwyn denies.

Fynn: Good. Lastly, would you rather me destroy this whole place or just kill you? Nod for the first and wink for the second.

The bastard nods. So you value your life that much huh?

Fynn: I am sorry then, bastards like you don't deserve to be in power.

Angwyn: Wait. No. I'll do what you wa...

Fynn: NASTROND!

I didn't focus much energy in this attack. First it is unnecessary. Second I don't want to kill everyone here, as I am sure there are a lot of innocents who do their job earnestly. Yet... it was still enough to pierce through the magic that kept this place like this, so the giant building on the inside goes back to be a chalet. In the living room, where we happen to be, everyone appears to see their boss dead in my hands. His body pierced, leaving a perfectly circular hole in his chest.

Edgard: How dare you kill the boss?!

I had forgotten about this pest.

Fynn: He had ideas with my mother.

???: And that was reason to kill him?

Fynn: Tell me, if someone set you up just to fuck your mother, would you kill him?

Silence. Everyone knows they would have done the same. Or perhaps worse. But there is a pest who doesn't shut up.

Edgard: What gives you the r...

I move Gae Bolg his way and release a little bit of pressure.

Edgard: You wouldn't dare... You have no right...

Fynn: But I have. I am above all of you in power and authority. While those above this Embassy are willing to lick my boots, you would be left on the streets, stripped of your prided nobility.

Everyone takes in a deep breath. I don't really enjoy acting like this, but they have been pushing my buttons ever since I got in.

Fynn: I am going to be clear about this. I am Ireland's new Campione. If you want it to be like that for a long time, you will now follow my mother's orders. She is the official right above all of you. If someone doesn't like my decision, they can leave through that door right now.

Noone moves, except Edgard, who just couldn't take it anymore.

Fynn: Good. Now if you all may, continue your jobs and inform the government I will protect the country if it ever is in danger.

???: Um... can I ask a question?

Now that I am more relaxed, I show a soft expression and smile at the woman who asked. Which makes her blush. I had totally forgotten how high my charm is.

Fynn: Of course you can...

Natalie: Natalie, sir.

Fynn:No sir please. Even young master would do fine. Go ahead then, Natalie.

Natalie: Why are you so mad? As far as I know, your parents were never there for you. As to how know, its because I have worked with Elisa for the last fifteen years and she has never talked about how you are. Besides she was always here at work.

'This...'

Fynn: I've been wondering about that myself... In the end, I think the answer is quite stupid. I am angry at them. I want to be angry at them. But family is like that. I wouldn't doubt to kill for them. Because family... goes beyond blood.

'And I will carry this family with me for the rest of my life.'