Chapter 41

Here I am crying while writing this chapter cause my cousin spoiled me about someone's death in My Hero Academia and I'm seriously not having it cause, My husbandooo.

Oh gosh, I just can't stop tearing up. I'm sooo sad.

I'm also proud of myself for updating 9 chapters this week.

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Chapter 41: I'm a Postman

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Chloe's P.O.V

Slowly and reluctantly, I uncover my face. I blink, close my eyes, and blink again. Streaks of sunlight penetrate the window and blind me. I sit up, drag my feet off the bed, and rub my knuckles onto my eyes. I stretch my arms above my head and yawn. I watch my legs dangle above the off-white polyester carpet.

I woke up with Chippy laying down on my bed with a form of a little girl. I woke Chippy up and she woke up, she rubbed her eyes and finally taking the form of a teenage boy, he stretched his body and finally left the room.

Napatayo rin ako matapos nun ay I opened the closet and there I saw my usual clothes, a nightgown and a dress.

I picked up the dress and wore it, dancing my way through the mirror and there I saw my relefection. The creamy sheets of the silk dress slipped onto my shoulders, peppering my body with soft, sensual kisses. Like a lover, it seduced the senses and conveyed with utmost skill the art of pleasing.

After checking myself out ay umalis na ako at nang mapalabas ako sa kwarto ay nakita ko silang lahat nag aalmusal.

Napababa ako at napako amg mga tingin nila sa akin. Hindi ko naman sila pinansin at napaupo nalang ako sa lamesa at nagsimula na akong kumain.

Ang tunog ng mga kutsara at tinidor ang maririnig buong oras ng pagkain namin. Walang nagsalita ni isa sa aming mga bata, Doon ko rin napansin na merong akong magong mukha na nakita sa harapan ko.

Kausap niya ang ina ni Hushy.

"Yes, I thought so too. I didn't think that they'd held our son captive." Dinig ko ang baritono na ginagamit ng Ama ata siya ni Hushy.

Sasabihin ko nalang sa inyo na guwapo siya mula sa lalim ng kanyang mga mata hanggang sa banayad na pagpapahayag ng kanyang tinig.

Hindi niya kami pinansin ngunit bigla nalang napatingin sa akin si Hushy. Meron siyang malulungkot na mga mata.

Napatingin naman ako sa direksyon niya, ngunit umiwas nalang siya ng tingin sa akin.

Napatingin nalang ako sa kinakain ko at hindi ko nalang siya pinansin.

Matapos ng ilang oras ay natapos na ang pag almusal ay nandito na ako pumepwesto sa kama, nakahiga at parang tinatamad maglakad. Ewan ko nga ba kung ano pang ginagawa namin dito sa bahay nila Hushy. Plano kasi namin ay umalis ng maaga ngunit nagising nga ako ng hindi naman maaga. Hindi rin naman ako ginising so I thought maybe bukas na kami aalis.

I sat down and looked at down on the floor, My eyes drooping as I began to yawn.

Suddenly, I heard a knock on the door.

"Come in."

It opened, I was expecting Chummy, Chippy or Whoever that is but I was kind of surprised when I saw Hushy.

I knotted my forehead when he came in, he then sat infront of me. We we're Face to Face.

"What--"

"I just want to say goodluck on your mission from now on, I hope you come back safely." Pagputol niya.

Napatingin naman ako sa kanya ng maigi.

"Look. I heard my parents over talking." He mumbled.

Ah. But why is Hushy telling me this? What's going on?

"They said something about the Dark Kingdom finding their long lost princess."

Then my eyes widened as I looked at him.

"Y-You mean Phoebe?"

He nodded. He was sure worried, I knew that he is taking this fast as he can because he was scared that we might not come back alive.

I saw the worriedness in his eyes this morning when we were eating breakfast.

It was painful to see--too painful.

I smiled at him as he smiled back, then he stood up and looked at me.

"I'll be spending my day with my parents. Do whatever you want to be comfortable today since you guys will be leaving early by tommorow." He whispered then he made his way to the door and there I saw his whole presence gone.

When we came here in this mansion, Hushy said that he'll be staying. He can no longer leave his parent's side.

So we agreed that we will be continuing our journey without him.

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Hushy's P.O.V

As I made my way downstairs, I saw my parents there. Instead of a goofy smile on my face as usual ay inayos ko ang tindig ko, my old messy hair was now slicked back and my the jacket that I was wearing was buttoned up fully.

Like my usual carefree expression, I made a very calm one.

My footsteps echoed as I made my way down step by step.

I saw my Mom and Dad looked over at my direction as their faces turned with elegance. They gave me a soft smile which I gladly returned to both of them.

After heading in their way, they hugged me. A hug that is full of passion.

I hugged them back. I missed them. Then after the long hug, They pulled away and looked at me.

"Hush, how are you? Did they starve you? Are you hurt?" Mom asked.

"Izhy, he's okay. As you can see he's not scratched or anything....Or are you?!"

Dad panickly looked at me which made me mentally face palm.

"See, you're also not sure yourself, Hunter. Are you okay, dear?" Mom looked at me.

"I'm fine, I'm fine." I answered which made them heave a sigh in relief.

"That's great--" Mom.

"--Couldn't be any better." Dad.

"But if you need something, Hush. Don't hesitate to tell, Mommy." Mom says as she used her high pitched voice.

"---Or Daddy." Dad added with a high pitched voice as well.

"No, Hunter. That's not how it works. A mom's job is to pamper her child. A dad's job is to toughen his child." Mom.

"But I like pampering, Hush." Dad.

"No! That's not how it works!" Mom.

"But who cares how it works?" Dad.

"---I do! Now if you'll excuse me, I'd like to pamper my baby Hushy."

"--Well, I'm going to cut off the internet connection!"

Mom's eyes widened as she gasped loudly.

"Don't you dare...!"

Dad only gave her a teasing look.

"Oh, I will."

They then looked at each other with glaring eyes. I heaved a sigh, they said that childrens usually inherit their parent's actions. Am I really that annoying?

"Why did I marry you again? Please remind me." Mom.

"Oh? Do I really?" Dad.

"Wait, are you seriously going to--" Mom.

"You have a Huge crush on me back on the first semester in College--"

"Wait! No! No! Stop!"

"And you confessed telling me 'I really like you and you make my heart skip a beat and I smelled you hair yesterday and it smells aweso--"

"No! Hunter!! Stop! Alright, let's pamper Hushy together!!" Mom exclaimed as her face was flustered listening to dad.

Wait--did mom seriously sniffed dad's hair?

"Hushy, Baby! Let's forget what daddy said and let's go to the car, alright?" Mom said as she held her hands.

Dad on the otherhand followed us behind. As soon as we got to the car, I looked outside and saw the mansion, on the big window I saw Hakun and Sergio playing. Bluve and Leo watching TV. I didn't see the others as the house slowly becoming distant.

And even though I still wanted to watch the whole scene, The house was no longer existent.

I looked in front of me and I saw my parents, the feeling when I'm with them took a step further making me feel safe and happy. Nostalgic and calming.

I opened the car window letting the fresh air

run in my nose as I could feel it becoming one with my breathing.

When then came to a stop as the traffic lights turned red, I then shifted my vision over to the window where I saw the scenary outside. A wide variety of shops lined the nearby streets, antique and art stalls, jewelry and accessory shops, luxury boutiques, souvenir kiosks and stores selling leather goods, all showcasing an array of the finest Silver wares.

Animalias flocked to them like fireflies to a lamp, enthusiasm accentuating their features. The silvery melody of the drawl of sightseers and the strong, distinct accents of the locals drifted through my ears as they ambled past. There were chimes of bells that tinkled incessantly as the Animalias sauntered in and out of the stores, entranced by the merchandise.

Some purchased bags of picturesque paintings, fragile but colourful figurines created from Murano glass, and shirts with 'Varenna' printed in big, bold letters, among many others.

I saw a bunch of posters in the billboard with Astrid Solange and Archer Solange's faces. They were advertising a Shoe Brand.

I then looked at Mom and Dad as I carefully close the window, they were waiting for the light signal.

"So, Hush. Anyone you kinda uhm--like?"

I almost wheeze at my father's question and I looked at him with pure terror. Gosh, my parents are very strict in relationships.

Once thet find out I had my first kiss stolen by Sky, they'd definitely hunt Sky and----Ahhh! Oh Gosh! I remember giving her a hickey.

Gosh, what am I even thinking?! Why'd---oh goodness. Help me dearest Emperia, this is not right!

"Huhsy, you're blushing. Is it perhaps--"

"--No! No! I didn't loose my first kiss to someone and gave them a hickey and almost made it far but--"

"--You Lost Your First Kiss?!" Mom shrieked and Dad almost lost control of the car.

"You Gave Them a Hickey?!" Dad also chorused.

Ah. Reverse Psychology.

"Dad no--"

"--And You Almost Made It Far?!

"Gosh, Hushy my Child! May Emperia forgive you, who is this woman?!" Mom dramatically shouted.

"Are you going to give us a grandchild anytime sooner?! Hushy, you're still 15! I'm not ready to be a grandpapa!"

"And I'm not ready to be a grandmama!"

"Yes! Who is this woman? I'll make sure dispose of her if you don't want her baby!"

"Of course, if you don't want that Idea. How bout we'll find her and we'll prepare a marriage?"

"Oh--My baby Hush. Getting married in an early age...." Dad whispered almost tearing up.

"Mom, Dad. Where are we going?" I finally blurted which made them calmed my nerves.

Mom looked at me through the front mirror suspiciously but nevertheless she answered.

"We are going to introduce you to one of Mommy's friends, alright? They have a child your age so you should be fine. Speaking of which, those friends of yours. When are they departing?"

I shut my mouth. I hated the feeling of the other guys leaving, but I really missed my parents and I wanted to stay with them as long as I can. Mom asked again as she continued to look at me with questioning eyes. I hate this feeling but, I should get used to it.

"Tommorow. Tommorow morning." I answered, unable to meet her gaze.

"Aye, that's too bad. Your mom couldn't bid them goodbye cause she have an interview tommorow." Dad explained.

I just nodded. My mom is a journalist, she was well known for her issues and all. That's why we were living a comfortable life.

"Me too, buddy. I can't see them off cause I also have a shooting tommorow early in the morning. See them off for me, will ya?"

My dad is also a known director, I looked down as I began to feel lonely. I finally got to spend time with my family, but their jobs are on the way.

If I was actually kidnapped and I just returned now, knowing that my parents will not pay you any mind as they will begin working, minding their own business. I would have a mental breakdown.

"Yes, dad." I answered which made him smile as he began to drive as the traffic lights turned green.

My eyes lingered on the road as I began to feel drowsy, my eyes couldn't take it and it began to start closing.

I felt the coolness in my arms even though alam kong naka-coat ako. Both my hands began freezing from the cold.

The feeling of emptiness then soon washed over me, I looked at my parents chattering while their eyes still on the road.

They looked happy. They all do look happy. Then the music turned on and I could hear the familiar playlist that dad used to listen everytime he drop me off to School.

But I was homeschooled when I turned 12. The school told them I was a touble kid. I mean, I am a trouble kid to begin with and I couldn't fit in all the cliques of the school.

Yes, literally.

I even have trouble blending in with the loners. How sad can that be?

I looked down on the car carpet, remembering when I first have the ability.

It was probably when I was aware when I met Sergio. But I was actually scared of myself when I was younger.

It happened when I was being bullied at school when I was 8. I was being bullied for not having good grades, not having friends, not handsome, not being popular even though my parents are exposed to the public, and they said there is somethimg about me that is different that they couldn't point out.

How will they know anything? I really am different in a way.

After beating me up and leaving my face swollen with scattered blood, I went to my locker to change my clothes that is splattered with blood.

When I opened the locker, I saw something sickening. The boys stuffed a dead cat in my locker that morning and I was terrified.

I couldn't touch the cat cause the thought of touching a dead body with my hands scared the hell out of me.

And that was first time I wish that the boys would die and rot underground.

And the next following morning, I heard from my teachers that the boys died while sneaking out but falling into a pit.

I thought it was an accident, that they were just careless and what happened to them was just pure Karma.

But it wasn't just that.

At night, I always dream about them begging for my forgiveness. The scary thing is that whenever they stood up, their towering figure would stand tall above me. And their Animalia couldn't help the situation cause--they're all Lions.

I swore to myself that I will loathe each and every one of their kind.

I thought It all ends there but, it didn't. All I thought these years I thought that these were coincidences. But It didn't.

Everyone I wish that is better off dead in every single temporary problems I've had Died Permanently. And it's like playing with a vodoo I can easily destroy but cannot fix.

I can't bring them back to life anymore. And the thought scared me. I'm scared of myself. Too Scared that I would wish That I myself would die.

And when I met them, who are different from the whole world and same like me. I promise that I would act like a better version of myself. Without any worries, carefree, stupid, and silly so that they wouldn't be afraid of me the way I am afraid of myself.

I played with my thumb, fiddling it. I looked down as my gaze dropped to the scar in my hand. I remember slitting my hands when I first met Sergio.

How has It been? It's been too long.

It wasn't long after we were on a huge building--scratch that. It was the mall.

I looked at it and saw many Animalia crowding the place, of course I remember this shopping mall. It was the biggest shopping mall in the world. A moving platform ran along all the walkways in both directions. There was a shuttle service from the far ends of the car parks to the entrance and food outlets were scattered throughout instead of being on one courtyard.

There were professional shopping guides smiling at every entrance, always ready for more business.

We were on the parking lot and we were carefully parking with a bunch of cars. After the car stopped moving I looked at my parents and they motioned for me to get down so I opened the door and I felt the breeze touch my skin lightly. They followed soon after and we were heading in front of the shopping mall.

"What are we doing here?"

Mom held my hands as we passed by the road.

"We are here meeting Mom's friends for business. Don't worry, you'll enjoy it in here." She answered.

I just nodded. We made our way to the entrance, and after waiting. We were finally inside, The shopping mall has architecture the schools and hospitals can only dream of. The ceiling is domed higher than any building and made of the most beautiful glass.

The walkways flow like tributaries to the main rivers of people, not a sharp angle to be seen. It smells like heaven in a hand-basket and the floor shines like the surface of a lake at sunrise. In the background is music to soothe, gentle flowing notes to take the shopper's cares far away.

I smiled at the familiar place, I remember convincing my parents to go bring me to this place so that I could just get a grab of Ice-cream after being expelled in school.

We walked inside, seeminly the loud footsteps filled the whole place. We all headed to the elevator and Dad pressed on the 4th floor.

The glass elevator seemed to be cramped but the view is outstanding. There where Animalia who are walking bringing groceries, some were walking holding designer handbags.

My heart felt at ease while looking at them but my heart ached whenever I think about something happening to them once the dark kingdom rule over them.

The sound of the elevator chimed and we all started to get off, holding my mother's hands and heading our way to a restaurant...?

Why a restaurant?

Isn't there any more private place like a house? But fine whatever, I won't complain now.

We headed inside as I see the restaurant pretty much empty, my mom let us sit in one of the empty tables. Mom then me and dad to wait while she order something, and there I observed the whole place.

The place was filled with neatly prepared properly furnished tables and chairs. The whole floor was wooden.

There were opened lamps even though it's broad daylight. The whole place was surrounded by glass windows so we can see the view from outside. The outside view was stunning, you can see the whole Pynka. The Skyscrapers, building, houses and every vehicle driving on the road.

It was pretty and I wanted to take a picture of it and show it to the others when I get home.

"So..uhm, Hush. About the girl you said--"

"That was a misunderstanding, I didn't do anything impure, father!"

After saying that, He looked at me deep in the eyes like he was scanning me. But after a moment he finally breathed out. He looked at me and smiled, he nodded knowing that I wasn't lying.

"Hushy, you know. Real happiness isn't only being with someone you love. It is also being with someone who completes you."

I looked at him confused.

"Like your mom and you. I both love you and you make me feel complete. That's why I'm happy." He paused for a moment and looked at the scenary outside.

"So y'know, If you're happy with someone. I want you to not let go of that person. That person is precious." I let that sink in to my brain as I remembered that we were the only ones in the restaurant.

"Anyways, Dad. Why are we the only ones in this restaurant?" I looked at him.

"Ah! Speaking of that, your mother rented the whole place for a day! Isn't that cool?!"

"Yes?"

Ah. Yeah, super cool. So cool that it would take a normal Animalia's three years worth of savings to rent this whole place in a day. Note the sarcasm.

Why is mom wasting money?! Why would they she need to rent this whole place?!

It wasn't any minute later when a couple showed up with their child.

They approached us, the family was wearing a mask. Then dad stood up and shook their hands.

"It's a pleasure to meet you again, Mr and Mrs. Solange." Dad greeted.

Wait, Solange...? Then the child must be.

I looked at the guy, the guy have the piercing familiar purple eyes which sent shivers down my spine.

"We are also glad to see you again, Mr.Zathrian." Miss Astrid said.

"Oh no, Hunter is Fine. Anyways this is my son, Hushy." Dad then pointed at me.

Their gaze then slowly drifted at me as their face saw familiarity, I stood up and greeted them as well.

"Nice to meet you." I greet.

Then they all sat down in front of our table, face to face with them. Mom then finally made it back to the table and was happy to see them.

"Astrid!"

"Izhy!"

Miss Astrid and Mom hugged. I looked at Dad he was just happily staring at the two. So I looked back at Shadow and there he still was staring at me intently.

I shifted my gaze down the floor to tell him that I was uncomfortable but he seemed liked he didn't get the message.

Mom and Miss Astrid took theor seat happily and soon talked about things.

"Anyways This is our son, Shadow." Miss Astrid introduced.

"Nice to meet you, Aunt Izhy and Uncle Hunter and--" His eyes went back to mines.

"---Hushy."

"Oh wow, Astrid! Look's like our son is finally getting along!" Mom beamed which made Miss Astrid smile.

I looked down and fiddled with my fingers. It wasn't long before the food start arriving and I looked down and saw something---far more luxurious than Alpha's food service..!

I looked down at the meal they served me, it was beyond beautiful. I also bet it's more tastier.

Before anything else, Miss Astrid took a picture before they finally removed their masks to dine in.

It wasn't that long when some Animalias started to crowd in the entrance while taking pictures of us.

Ah, I think I know why mom rented this whole place.

It wasn't long before we started digging in. I brought the fresh, warm garlic bread to my nose, inhaling deeply. It smelled rich, promising a delightful taste.

Picking up a knife and applied copious amounts of thick, creamy yellow butter and I spooned out a dollop of sweet, tangy blackberry jelly.

I slathered the sweet mixture onto the spongy white bread. I ripped off a chunk, stuffing the piece into my mouth. It was soft and warm. The pleasant smoothness of the butter blended perfectly with the bitter-sweet taste of black berries.

My eyes turned to look at the meat, I carefully dipped it in the newly served honey and bought it to my mouth. The taste was rich, It was sublime, delicious, delectable, expensive, cordon bleu, moist, delicate flavour, lingering on the palate, taste discernable, ripe, juicy.

Time passed by and the next thing I knew, I was wiping of grease in my mouth. I pretty much enjoyed the whole meal.

"We are pretty much stuffed aren't we?" Mom started.

"Then let's talk about business now, alright?" Miss Astrid added which both of my parents agreed.

Then my dad looked at me as if he was telling me to keep myself busy cause they'll talk about boring business.

"Well then, excuse Me. I need to go to the restroom." I excused.

I then made my way to the toilet and instead doing stuff in there, I looked washed my hands and looked in the mirror.

I observed the in the mirror. The guy infront of me, have this reddish orange eyes that resembles fire, his hair was neatly kept and his hair was shining brown under the florescent lights.

There are evident eyebags in under my eyes, My lips are becoming chapped and my skin started becoming pale.

I look sick, I checked my temperature and strangely It seems like I couldn't seem to measure my temperature. Or baka hindi lang talaga ako marunong kumuha ng temperatura?

But I didn't know how to quite explain it but I look tired and---much more good looking than Alpha!

I snickered at my thoughts, If only they he could see what I looked right now. Bet his narcissism wouldn't even exist.

"Done checking yourself out?"

I flinched and looked back only to see Shadow.

"What are you doing here?"

"I should be the one asking that question." He shot back while looking at me.

"I--I'm with my family of course." I answered. Gosh, why did I stutter?

He raised an eyebrow while scanning me. But it didn't take long before he gave up in looking through my expression.

"Where is are they?"

"Who?"

"Your group of friends."

"W-why do you wanna know?"

"Do me a favor. Please."