In the City of Crime, one law stands above them all: Only the strongest can live. Fighting is normal, extortion is common, and death is inevitable. Born into a wealthy family yet forced to live in poverty, Kanae Nali vowed to become strong enough to take back what rightfully belonged to her—even if it meant that she had to face the consequences and brave the dangers lurking in every corner. Yet on the outside, just like her mysterious peers, she was no different from the other high school students living their lives to the fullest. “Under the ray of light, my ability will only make me die faster. Under the veil of night, my ability allows me to survive longer.” ____ Story set in fictional city. Any similarities with real world's event is purely coincidence. Special thanks for Coraphyll, Jiyen, Aistich, Cailin, Lyna, and Chip for their help in making the synopsis Word count: 1000-1500 words/chapter Link to Discord: https://discord.gg/pBy2wGB ... Other novels: -Flowers Bloom from Battlefield [complete] - 7 Path of the Lilies [on long hiatus] - 1 Year of Beginning [complete] - Villain Lady [complete] - Science and Fantasy [complete] - 2 Years of Restarting [complete] - Forgotten Legend of the Bloodied Flower [on going] - The Quiet Empress [on going] ... Follow me on IG: @sora100518
Vena looked at the two of them once more. The sight of Kanae trying to suppress the controller was apparent in her mind. As Ferdinand told her to keep watch on her, she had seen how Kanae struggled in the prison to not let the device control her. Even though it ended in naught, the sight was etched deeply into her mind.
In front of Ferdinand, who was far stronger than her, she glared back. Her eyes showed no fear as she challenged the man to her utmost ability. As the pain seeped deep into her, she didn't utter any voice as she withstood everything with nothing but willpower.
'Why?'
Vena didn't understand what made Kanae want to fight in a battle where she would lose. However, the eyes full of determination on Kanae's face made her recall her younger self.