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
Funeral
Neo and Mike returned one day after Kevin along with the bodies of their fallen comrades. Although Neo was feeling rather down, he hid his expression behind a rather neutral face.
"Neo," Kanae glanced at Neo. "I'm sorry about your loss."
"Thank you," Neo replied calmly. He eyed Kanae curiously. "What are you doing in the clan?"
"I'm helping out."
"Boss gives you permission to help out?"
Kanae nodded her head. She noticed that Neo's expression seemed strange, but she didn't understand why. Was there anything wrong with her helping out in the clan?
Behind her, Dean was standing nonchalantly. "Neo, Kevin is inside. Don't you need to make the complete report to him first?"
"Ah, yes."
As Neo hurriedly made his way inside, Kanae looked towards the limpid Mike. Contrary to her who healed very quickly, Mike still had to drag his right foot if he wanted to walk. It made him look rather pitiful.