THE KNIGHT IN THE DARK (ENGLISH VERSION)

Chapter 11

Chapter 11

WHEN I opened my eyes, I was amazed because I got home and already lay right in my bed. I feel very weary and I can't move properly because I can feel the pain all around my body. I slowly moved my body lying flat on the bed as I was facing the ceiling. Did I just dream that?

I took a good look at myself. I was still wearing my dress, I also noticed that the cloak I used was at my feet. I'm not really dreaming. It's true that something really happened to us. I smiled sweetly.

I slowly moved my body so that I could get off my bed. When I stand up I feel like I'm going to fall. I quickly grabbed the pillar of my bed. I wanted to crawl to the bathroom because of the intensity of the pain I was feeling. I noticed I have bruises on my arms. What happened to us last night wasn't normal s*x between the two of us. But I would still find it an amazing one though.

I had no choice so I didn't hesitate to crawl towards the bathroom. I held on to the doorknob so that I could stand up with all my strength. I was almost leaning against the wall because I felt so heavy. This is my fault. If I were a vampire, I would probably not end up like this.

When I'm already inside the bathroom, I slowly took off my clothes and looked carefully at my whole body in front of the mirror. I have a lot of bruises on my body. How can I get to school today if I'm like this? Aunt Nely will definitely be surprised and shocked to see me like this. I sighed. I tried to move and took a shower.

I was shocked and dropped the soap I was holding when I noticed something happened on my body. The bruises on my body suddenly disappeared one by one. I almost held my breath because of the intensity of surprise and amazement. I'm not normal! I am screaming inside. What the hell is happening to me!? I also suddenly felt better and as if nothing had happened to me. I quickly showered and got dressed.

Then out of curiosity, I took the scissor over the bathroom cabinet. I want to know the truth. My hands were shaking as I held the scissor. I closed my eyes and hurt my arm, but before I could even try, the door immediately opened.

"Catherine! Hey! I'm so really excited to see you darling!" I was really startled to see Mrs. Zoldic showed up in front of me. I immediately hid the scissor under my bed cover.

"Good morning! You were too early Mrs. Zoldic," I greeted. My heart almost leaps out of my mouth. She didn't even knock.

"I'm really sorry Catherine. I was just really excited. Get ready now. I have a lot of gifts I bought for you downstairs," she said. I smiled sparingly.

"Alright," I said. She just smiled and left my room. My heart almost pounded with so much nervousness. I straightened myself up and left my room. But before I could proceed downstairs, I was slightly stunned by the black rose at my feet. I picked it up and read the small paper attached to its stem.

~Even when the moon is full, your beauty is still overflowing.~ I smiled widely. Of all the colors of the rose, black was given to me. I smelled its scents. The black rose has many symbols but for me it is love.

"Catherine, come on! She's been waiting for you. Don't make her wait," my aunt told me. I immediately hid the rose I was holding behind me.

"Alright," I answered sparingly. I simply placed the rose I was holding in the vase and hid it among the other flowers so they wouldn't see it. When I reached the table, I sat next to Mrs. Zoldic.

“I bought you jackets, vests and cloaks , Catherine. Winter is coming," she said happily.

“Thank you very much–” I stopped because of her sudden insertion.

"Mama, call me your Mama. At least temporarily," she said and shrugs cheerfully.

I even glanced at my aunt who was sitting right in front of me and she also stopped eating. Aunt Nely nodded at me, as if it was fine with her.

"Alright, if that's what you want," I answered.

After our breakfast. I excused myself and went back to my room. I changed my clothes and bid my goodbyes to them as I hopped inside the Volkswagen.

As I reached the school, there was enthusiasm on my face when I entered the university. I didn't even pay attention to what was around me.

"Did you eat something?" Mocha appeared in front of me and that thing didn't startle me.

"Nothing," I answered with a smile.

"You look so fresh today," she said.

"I'm just happy, Mocha. That's all," I answered. She didn't bother to comment anymore and just walked along with me.

"Catherine..." I stopped in my tracks. He is calling me again. Maybe he wants to see me again. I want the same. I want to see him too.

“Is there a problem, Catherine?” Mocha turned to me. I shook my head and went with her. My brain floated and my thoughts were deep as I climbed the stairs. I still don't understand why that happened to me this morning.

"Mocha..." I stopped walking.

“Hmm?” She turns to me.

"Can you join me later? In the library. I just want to read a book," I said.

"Of course. Come on, we'll be late for class. Use your perfume," she said.

I nodded in response. After reaching our classroom, we went straight to our seats. Our classmates didn't seem to care, as did our teacher who was still teaching.

"Would you like something to drink?" Mocha whispered to me. I smiled. I also want to taste the juice she made.

"Later, I brought some biscuits too to pair that," I promised.

She just smiled at me and continued reading the book. I looked down at the window. I was very surprised when I saw him. He was standing on top of the gate while his hands were in his pockets. I stood up and simply walked out. I took my place on the porch.

My two eyes could clearly see the wound on his hand as it was exposed to the sun. Without hesitation I ran out of the classroom. I heard Mocha and Zairan call me but I didn't look back. As I ran out, I couldn't help but cry from what I saw. My God! Tell me he's fine. I was short of breath when I reached the gate. I also kept wiping my tears. I never caught up with him. As always happens, it just disappears like a bubble. I was depressed and just sitting down. I worry about him a lot.

“Catherine!” Mocha called me. I sobbed and turned to her.

"What happened?" she asked worriedly.

"I want to go home," I answered in tears.

"Class is not over yet," said Zairan.

"I want to go home!" I protested.

"We will send you home. Zairan, ride her on your back. You are faster than me. I'll get her things first," ordered Mocha.

Zairan just nodded. I quickly climbed on Zairan's back. Then he starts to run. Its running speed is different. They are really strange. I want to be amazed by what I know, but I'm more worried than ever. In the blink of an eye we immediately reached the Zoldic's house.

"Be careful," he instructs meaningfully before leaving.

“These are your things. Come to school tomorrow, will you?” Mocha said. I just nodded absently. Nothing else entered my mind, only him.

"I'll come in tomorrow, I promise," I answered and went inside the house.

"Catherine, why did you come home this early?" Mrs. Zoldic—I mean Mom greeted me. I didn't want to call her that but I had no choice.

"I feel bad. I would like to rest," I explained.

"If that's what you want," she replied and gently caressed my cheek.

I just smiled and went straight to my room. I changed my clothes and left my room. I took the black rose that I put in the vase. I left the house without anyone noticing me. As usual, I passed behind the house to get to the hidden garden. When I reached it, I immediately lay down on the lush grass. I am really worried about him. I also wonder why he gets injured while exposed to the sun, when that doesn't happen to Mocha and Zairan.

"Where are you?" I whispered in the void. I want to see him again. I want to know how he is doing.