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
Tommy’s Mother
A few hours before
"Have you finished your practice?" Alice was surprised that Tommy ended practice early. Usually, Tommy would stay here for a longer time.
Tommy nodded his head. "Yeah, I need to go home."
In truth, he was just worried about his mother. This morning, he couldn't find any trace of her in the house. From his mother's usual activity, he knew that she rarely left the house aside from going to a pub or bar from noon to night.
It was useless to worry so much in the morning because it was possible for the woman to stay over at her lover's house, so he decided to check on her again when he gets home. For that reason, he chose to end practice earlier.
He wanted to stay with Alice longer, but his worry got the better of him.
"I see. Take care of yourself," Alice smiled.
"You too," Tommy smiled back. "Be careful on your way home. It's rather dangerous."
"Okay."