Under the Veil of Night
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
Preparation
"President, I want to ask for a day off today," Kanae informed Kevin when she met the latter in the Student Council Room.
Kevin stopped what he was doing and looked up at the girl before him. "Is there anything wrong?"
"Tomorrow is the engagement party for my cousin. I have to prepare myself," Kanae answered. In truth, she would only wear simple clothes for that party, but she couldn't say that to Kevin.
"You'll come too?" Neo asked in surprise.
Kanae nodded her head. "Will you three attend the party?"
"Yes, we're invited as one of the businessmen's 'friends'," Kevin replied calmly. In truth, he asked for the invitation from his friend, so he could attend, as his relationship with the two families was not too close.
"I see."
"Do you need a dress?"
"There's no need. I don't have plans to wear an expensive dress for the party," Kanae shrugged. "There's no need for me to dress up so formally."
"Won't your cousin pick on you once they see you dressing so simply?"