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
The Real Reason
Wells Family Mansion
Jason came home quite late at night. He didn't have any personal servant as he didn't like being watched by other people. At most, there would be several servants coming at certain days to clean up the mess of his house.
"Welcome back, Brother Jason."
Hearing that voice, Jason stilled in his place. He quickly ran to the living room and saw Kanae sitting down leisurely. Seeing the mess on the table, he nearly cursed the girl.
"What are you doing here?"
"I need a place to stay for the night, so I crash here."
"I never say that you can come here?"
"Do you want me to sleep on the street, Brother Jason?"
Jason rubbed his forehead. It was not that he wanted her to sleep on the street, but he didn't want her to stay here and disturb his days. Moreover, couldn't see pick a better place?
"Come on, it's just for today, Brother Jason."
"…Fine, just don't make a mess here."