The Demi-Goddess of the Alpha

14

“Let’s go and find a table for us. There are a lot of students and it’s kind of crowded,” Triton complained. I smiled at the old lady and got my ordered food. We went to a vacant four-chaired table at the end of the cafeteria. I tried to look for Grant but to no avail. I heaved a sigh.

“Can I sit beside you?” asked Triton who is still standing. I took a look at Sarah and she just smiled maliciously. He signaled me a wink which means a lot of things. I rolled my eyes on her and faced Triton, “Yes-“ My words were cut off when someone pushed Triton and seated next to me. I was surprised to see that it was Grant. Is see somewhat a mushroom that can be seen out of nowhere?

“You’re too slow, so I’ll be the one to sit here. There’s still a vacant chair though, you can sit there.” Grant smirked at Triton and started eating beside me. Sarah was surprised as well but was quick to smile with wide eyes. Triton seated beside her.

“Aren’t you going to eat?” asked Grant. I didn’t notice that I was staring at him for too long, “Do you want me to feed you?” he continued which made me choke on my own saliva. I shook my head and just started eating. They noticed my uneasiness which made Grant smirked and Triton to roll his eyes.

“I’m starting to be insecure, Sid. I hope someone who’d also ask me if he could feel me,” and then she laugh like crazy.

We were all eating quietly when all of a sudden someone called my name,

“Sid.”

It was Raphael the weirdo again, “Here’s a gift for you.”

I was about to get it when someone got it first. Raphael smirked then bid goodbye right away. I look at Triton and saw him frowning while trying to open the box.

“What the f**k is this?” he asked and placed a purple colored towel and a card.

“I hope you use this towel. I know your favorite color is violet,” Triton read what’s stated in the card.

"Holy cow, it’s violet!” Sarah stated.

Grant was looking at me now, “Did your favorite color changed? I thought it is color gray.” He asked me as to which I nodded.

I faced Sarah and handed her the towel, “Take it; I know that this is your favorite color.” She got it from me and was smiling so wide.

“Thanks, Sid! You’re really the best of the best friend in the whole wide world!” She even clapped her hands in excitement.

“You’re welcome, no worries.” I said and smiled.

Grant spoke out of nowhere, “It is good.”

“The food is good?”

“No.”

"Then what do you mean?" I asked.

"It's good to see you, wearing that bracelet i gave. It looks really good on you. My mom will be really happy seeing you wearing that." He smiled at me and we stared at each other’s eyes which made me blush. I think I need some oxygen.”

“I’ll always wear it because it’s from you. I won’t misplace it. This is so precious.” I stated with a smile.

He’s about to answer me when Triton interrupted and rested his head on the table, “Are you just going to talk? We’re eating for Pete’s sake. You’re not the only people sitting here. You’re distracting us, couldn’t you see that? Right, Sarah?”

Sarah’s forehead creased and nodded, “Yeah… We can’t eat properly because of you guys!”

Sarah really sucks at acting and I could say right away that she was lying. I hissed.

“Should we go there instead?” asked Grant, pointing at the table adjacent to us. “It seems like no one’s seated there so we wouldn’t be a bother to them.”

But Triton was quick to ask the students passing by to sit at the table and buy whatever they want and that he would pay.

What the actual f**k?

And the girls, being girls, was easily swayed by his charm.

What the actual f**k of f**k?

So what is he doing? He's being weird. If I know that he’s in the mood to treat, then I should have asked him to pay for my food instead.

He seated on his seat, “That table is now taken. No one will leave this table.” His voice was shouting danger.

Sarah was laughing out loud like she was entertained by what’s happening, “Shall we eat now?” She asked in a bright smile.

“What do you mean that the eldest son of the King is still alive? How sure are you with that information?” The King of Hanyang asked Prime Minister Jang and Gwangsoo. The both of them nodded and slightly bowed their head and kneel in front of the king.

Prime Minister Jang raised his hand, he was like summoning an electric current and a setting was see.

“Let my son escape, Seokjin. Save my only son and take him away from here because his like is at stake. I won’t let them kill him; I don’t want Prime Minister Xin to use him to get to the throne. Bring him in a place where no one would know about his existence.” Plead by the King of Hanyang way back in 1677. His voice so full sadness and dismay.

The king pointed his palm at the chest of the prince and healed his wound, “You can count on me, respectable King. Take care of you,” Soekjin stated; he’s the right hand of the King.

The King kissed the forehead of the Prince one last time before they finally go.

The image was slightly fading in Prime Minister Jang’s palm, “Those were the only things that I got, King.” He said and bows down.

The king threw the cup he’s holding and spoke, “If the son of the previous King is really alive, you need to find Seokjin so we would know where he brought the prince. Bring him here by hook or by crook.” The king commanded, “And find the old testament; I need it.”

“We’ll go ahead, Dear King.” They stood up and went out of the palace.

The king was agitatedly thinking, “I didn’t know that you successfully took away your child, King. I never thought there’d be a problem… but I’ll kill your son by my own hands. He couldn’t possibly be a hindrance to my plan.”

“Good afternoon, Students. Take your seats please. I have an important announcement. We'll be having an important meeting later around three to five PM so you can go home early. We will talk about the upcoming camp of the juniors and seniors. We’d talk and decided whether to push it through or not.”

Sarah was still beside me and doesn’t want to sit on her assigned seat. The camp that Ma’am was talking about is going to be on the bendle; it is the wide circular space near the cafeteria where students could meet up. Activities can also be held there.

"Camping? Grade twelve and grade eleven? Does that mean we’re together?" asked by a classmate as to which Ma’am nodded.

“Yes, you’ll all be together. This is not a mandatory camp but this has an additional point in your grades, direct to your card.” I shook my head. Why would they say it isn’t mandatory when they’d add an additional point to those who’ll come, it’s like saying this isn’t mandatory but it’s your lost if you won’t join.

“So it means that Grant would come?”

“Triton would be there as well.”

I heard my classmates whispering. I rolled my eyes.

“Holy cow, two handsome guys in a camp sounds so fun.”

“I’d make sure to prepare well.”

“Triton is mine because he looks like a prince and I look like his-“

“His helper!”

I look at Triton and he seems to be enjoying the whispers of our girl classmates.

“If it would push through, are you going to join?” asked Sarah.

“I’m not sure. I don’t think so.”

Because I am certain that we have practice for the upcoming competition at that time. She pouted and hit me in the head, “That hurts!” I eyed her.

“You always prioritize your dance than your studies.” She rolled her eyes and started listening to our teacher.

After her announcement, we were dismissed right away. We were about to leave the room when Grant walked towards me, it’s a good thing that only I, Triton, Sarah and Grant were left in the room, “Are you free? Let’s go at the nearby park. I’ll treat you.”

It’s now or never… but we have rehearsals.

I got shocked when someone held be by the wrist, “She’s not free right now because she has a dance practice. Just go next time.” Triton interrupted.

My phone rung so Triton let go of my hand; it was Kuya Zhed.

@GreatLeader: Sid, I suggest you just join the next competition because you’re always late. Enjoy!

I was curious why he told me to enjoy, what does that mean? I returned my phone into my pocket and got shocked when Triton held me by my arm, but Grant also did the same on my other arm.

What the f**k? What were they trying to do? The first one to havemy arm removed from my body would win?

"You're free, right Sid?" Grant asked me. His eyes are full of hope.

I look at Triton but he’s not looking at me, he’s looking at the floor but his grip on my arm is so tight.

“Let my arm go, Triton. I’ll go with Grant. I won’t dance anymore; Kuya Zhed removed me so I already have the time.” He let go of my hand but was quick to held on it again.

“The Sarah and I will accompany you since we’re also free, right Sarah?” he faced and asked Sarah.

I shook my head and signaled Sarah and talked using our eyes. This is what you call the girl code.

She shook her head on Triton, “Uh, I can’t join you guys because we’ll go shopping. I’ll go ahead, Sid! Take care.” And she was gone.

Triton heaved a deep sigh, “Let’s go together then.” He smiled at me and pulled me towards his side, but Grant wouldn’t let go either.

What the f**k is happening?

I widened my eyes at Triton as a sign that he should let go my arm but he just smirked at me and tightened his grip at my arm. I was shocked when he was quick to pull me away from Grant.

We went to the parking lot and argued.

“Yveon, go with me. We don’t even know if he’s a smooth driver or not. What if something happens to you? Come on.” Triton persuaded me but I can feel Grant’s stares at me. He wants me to go with him.

“It’s all right, Triton. I’ll go with Grant and you just go behind us, okay?” I turned my back on him and went to Grant’s car.

"Glad you chose me,” I swallowed hard and was immediately blushing.

"Of course, I will always choose you, Grant." I didn’t know where I got the guts to say that.

Should I confess my feelings now? But what if he doesn’t feel the same thing for me? What if I was just assuming things? He started the engine and started to maneuver the car, “Aren’t you busy right now?” I asked him and he answered no.

“It’s already done and one more thing, even if we have shootings, I’d still include you in my schedule. I don’t want my childhood friend to tell me that I don’t have the time anymore.” He said.

I was supposed to be happy but my heart hurts a little knowing that we’re just friends.

----------------

Triton was glaring annoyingly at the car in front of him, because he couldn’t make Yveon go with him. She chose Grant over him. What does that man have that he do not? She’s even giggling while she talks to him.

“Dear prince, you should be driving smoothly or else you’d be involved in an accident,” He shook his head and answered without leaving his eyes on the card in front, “What do you want?”

The mysterious girl comfortably seated and removed the cloth covering her face. He faced her and it was the first time he had seen her face. She’s so gorgeous.

“I just want to inform you that it’s forbidden to use your powers in this realm, because the more you use it, the greater the chance of your death. Whenever you use your power, you are becoming weak.” And that made the Prince frown.

“What do you mean by that? And how did you know that I used my powers a while ago?”

She smirked at him, “I am always watching you, didn’t I told you that I am the one assigned to watch over you?”

“Yeah, whatever…”

She fakes a cough and stared at him intently, “You should also know that you’re forbidden to fall in love with a human, because a respectable prince like you should know better.”

She stared back at her, “What do you mean by that?” What nonsense is she talking about?

“You used your powers to make that woman go with you. You made the time stop to have the time to remove the grip of the other Man on her other arm. It all starts with that.” She warned him which made him laugh.

“That’s not even part of my plan. I won’t fall in love with a human, she’s not even one of us”

She nodded, “That’s right, dear prince. I hope you won’t break your promise. Don’t even dare.” She warned one last time before fading through the wind. He shook his head and stared at the car in front of him.

Chapter 7

“Who’s that guy? Why is he always with you? Do you know him? I’ve only seen him now.” Grant asked curiously and irritated while driving. His eyes are on the road and he’s not looking at me. I’ve always felt safe when I’m with him.

I shook my head on him, “I do not know him. He’s a new student and he doesn’t have a friend so he tried to come with us. Who am I to decline?” He smirked at that and nods his head.

He faced me for a while, “Anyway, I forgot to tell you that Mom is inviting you for dinner on Saturday.”

I smiled, “Sure, I’ll. What time should I go there?”

“Uh, at around 7 o’clock you should be ready. I’ll just fetch you. It’s been a while since I talked to Tita and Daya so I’d pass by to say hello.” I nodded at that and smiled wryly.

I remembered that triton is living with us. Maybe I’ll just ask him to hide for a while.

“All right,”

I didn’t talk after that. I look at the side view mirror to see if Triton is still in convoy with us.

Grant must’ve noticed me so he asked what I was doing.

“I’m just checking if Triton is still with us.” I answered him and he also checked on him on the side view mirror.

His forehead creased which made me curious, “Who’s the girl beside him? I didn’t know that he was being accompanied by a beautiful lady.” He stated which made me creased my forehead as well.

“What are you talking about? There’s none.” I tried to check it again but there was really none.

“She’s gone.” He whispered but was enough for me to hear. “Maybe I just mistook the wrong car.” He said. Maybe that’s it.

“I suggest you to have a complete rest. Your schedules are all loaded and you’re still studying. I know that you’re too tired.” He smiled at what I save and didn’t bother answering. He parked thecar and we went out of it.

“Thank you.” I smiled at him.

He took my hand and said, “Let’s go.”

We were about to go when we heard a voice; it was Triton. We waited for him and he was panting hard. Did he ran?

“Hey wait!”

“Do you also want me to hold your hand? You act so gay.” Grant was annoyed now.

“Sure, here.” And he offered his hand, the reason why I smiled wryly and Grant slapped his hands away.

While walking, Grant noticed his hand holding my wrist, “I’m sorry.” He apologized

“No, it’s all right.” I wanted his hands back but I am shy.

“I’m hungry… let’s eat first?” Triton invited. Grant rolled his eyes on him, “Can’t you eat on your own?” Grant shouted at him and he just pouted. Grant then faced me and asked, “Where do you want to ride first?”

Triton pointed at the horror hours and pulled me with him, “That looks fun.”

Grant held me tight and shouted at him again, “Go all by yourself.”

"Edi kumain ka mag isa mo." anang nito at bumaling sa akin, "Saan mo gustong sumakay?" tanong nito sa akin.

“Are you afraid of that?” Triton smirked.

“I am not, you moron! Why would I be scared at that?” He defensively said and was stuttering.

“Is that so? Then let’s go!”

“Go all by your-“

I raised both of my hands to stop them from arguing. “Could you please stop it already? You two would always argue.” I stated the truth.

I placed my hands over my hips, “Triton, who told you to come with us in the first place? So don’t be nosy and behave.”

“If you are just going to argue, might as well go home. You make me stress!” I said and started walking away.

“Wait-“

Triton was cut off when Grant spoke, “Don’t forget the dinner with Mom, all right?” I smiled wryly because he didn’t even stop me.

I actually assumed he’d apologized and go after me… Tsk.

Maybe it was Grant and Triton that’s meant to be? What the f**k? The genes of Grant should only be passed through our children.

When I reach home, Mama right away asked about Triton, the legal son. “Please don’t start me with those questions, Ma. I really hate him and just a little push and I’d leave this house.” I stated which made her frown.

I didn’t mind her and went straight to my room. I took two selfies and posted it on i********: with the hashtag #HindiSinipotNgKadate

Not so soon enough, I received a call from an unknown number.

“Hello?”

"Sid!" It was Sarah.

I raised my brows, "Yes, Sarah? What's wrong?" I asked her.

"Do you remember Raphael? The one sending you gifts? I saw him. He was outside the gate a while ago and he was the one giving the presents, though i didn't see the face of the guy clearly but I’m sure that’s him.” Panic is evident in her voice but I just shrugged.

“What gift did he give you? Don’t you have CCTV cameras outside your house? What does he wear?” I asked her profusely.

She screamed, “Glad you mentioned that. I remember that we have CCTV cameras outside the gate and I hope I could see clearly the face of the guy who’s giving gifts because it’s kind of creepy. He’s wearing a hoodie and face mask, I really want to know who he is.

If Raphael is really giving Sarah the gifts, the why would he also give me gifts?

“Can you go here? I’m kind of nervous.” She stated.

“All right, I’ll go. Are your parents at home?” I asked her and started to stand up.

“They had an emergency so they went back to the site.” I nodded as if she can see me.

“All right, wait for me. I love you!” then I hang up.

I got the box under my bed and stared at the gifts I have there. I really think that Raphael is weird and he’s playing with us. Why would he do such? He’s so creepy.

In this world and time, it’s really difficult to trust.

I got the violet plastic flowers and cards that he’s given me. I segregated them all. I got a card and read the letter inside,

Here's a violet flower and a violet color card for the most beautiful girl in the whole world for me. I hope you're doing fine. How's life? Are you okay, or not? Probably not... you're drowning on my love for you ksksks.

I easily got disgusted upon reading it. I didn’t know he was so cheesy. It was as if my body hairs are starting to stand because of the disgust I’m feeling.

I returned the card and got another one. This was the last card that he gave me. I now regret not reading the cards that he’s been giving me.

Hello my violet! How's your day? I saw you eating your favorite hotdog on the canteen. I'm sad i can't go near you. By the way, you look so cute with your violet hairband. Let me take a picture of you, for remembrance.

I frowned and raised my eyebrow. I can now connect the things that would support my speculations. Why didn’t I notice this at first? I got another card and read it,

Wow! I can't believe you got the rank two, my violet! You're really good! Even though you didn't get the rank one, you're still my number one. Hugs and kisses!

His words are really giving me the cringe-y vibes. But I’m so stupid that I didn’t read these at first. If only I did so then I could’ve done something to stop this nonsense. I wanted to tell Sarah about these things but I don’t want to go unsure. Maybe I’ll try asking Raphael first.

“King, Prime Minister Jan has arrived! I will now let him enter your room.” The guard announced. They opened the door to the King’s room and Prime Minister Jang entered with a bowed head.

“It’s good that you’re back. How was it? What information are you going to tell me?” The king asked. The Prime Minister went to a lot of place to look for information.

“I don’t know if this information is accurate, my Lord. But based on my research, the late Prince is in the world of the humans, in the present world.” He stated.

The King frowned, “In the present world? Minseo and the late Prince are in the same realm right now? If your information is right then you must call Hadurius and ask him to watch over my son. Tell him that the mission in the present world starts now, and that is to look for the late prince.” The King commanded.

“Well then, My Lord.” And Prime Minister Jang went out of the King’s room.

The King laughed with no humor and drank the wine in his cup, “We will soon see each other, Dear Prince and I will be the one to kill you.” He stated and stood up as he goes to the library.

Chapter Eight

“Good evening, Mom. How’s your day? Did something happen? The smile on your face looks so joyous.” Asked Grant who just got home from his shooting; He kissed his mom on the cheeks and he took off his coat. He sat down on the ottoman. He feels so tired for the day.

Her mom shook her head and sat beside him, “Nothing. I’m just happy to see you again. Aren’t you tired? Your projects has been toxic, can I see your schedule?” He nodded and tried to find his schedule but to no avail.

“It’s not in my coat, Mom. Maybe I left it in my room. I’ll just give it to you later.” He turns on the television and watched.

He faced her mom when she suddenly poked him, “You know what, and it’s been months since I saw Sid. I really miss her. She’ll go here tomorrow night, right?” he nodded and his mom became so excited to the thought of being able to talk to Sid.

He turns off the TV and rested his back on the ottoman, “You really miss her that much? Well, she agreed to go and I’ll fetch her tomorrow. I also want to say hi to Tita and Daya.” He stated with closed eyes.

“Glad you will. Tell Maricel and Daya to come as well. I really missed them, especially Sid. I missed her enthusiasm. Don’t you miss her?” His mom asked which made him shook his head and slightly chuckled.

“We always see each other at school mom so how would I miss her? Here’s one more thing, I always see her anywhere, and we’d always cross ways.”

Her mom smiled maliciously, “You know what? I like Sid for you. She’s pretty and talented just like that. I know that she’s also good. What if you court her? You haven’t had a girlfriend yet and you don’t like showbiz girlfriend as well.” She even wiggled her brows.

“Court her? In the ocean of women, you really want her? She is not that pretty, and definitely not my type.” He started walking towards his room.

“I didn’t know my son is a dork!” She even teased him more before he could lock the door.

He smiled by himself and removed his clothes. He went to the bathroom and opened the shower. His mom’s words are affecting him.

"I will, Mom,” he stated to himself and smiled widely. He faced the mirror and opened his eyes. He saw his scar over the chest. He didn’t know where he got it and he can’t recall as well. Whenever he asks his mom, she would tell him that he got it from his childhood.

He was about to go out of the shower when he felt dizzy, a lot of memories are trying to enter his brain that he couldn’t take it anymore. It feels so true but he couldn’t remember it happened.

“Ghyn, I’ll get the apple for you. Stay down there, all right? If the King knew about this, he’d surely punish me. Do you want that?” Ghyno warned his little brother. Ghyn shook his head and seated back on his seat. Ghyno smile and tried to get an apple.

“What are you two doing there? How did you get out of your room and where’s the one assigned to watch over you? You seem to be having fun without me.” Ghynes stated, with a bow at his back and a white cloth round his head as a sign that he’s a son of the King, as well as Ghyn and Ghyno.

“Kuya Ghyno went up to get us apples we could eat, Kuya. You should also got and help him so we could get a lot. I’m sure the apples taste good,” The kid smiles so bright while he said that while eating an apple on his hand. His brothers Ghyno and Ghynes only laugh at his mischievousness.

“Ghyno, you already know that you have a power, why do you have to go and do the job? You’d only make yourself tired. What if you fell down?” said they Kuya.

“It came from your own mouth Kuya. We have powers so I’ll never let myself in dismay. And one thing, I can handle myself. Come and catch the apples.” Ghyno said while showing the apples he got which he placed at his shirt. When Ghyn and Ghynes caught all the apples, Ghyno came down the tree laughing because Ghyn was so happy. For them, Ghyn is a gem.

They all look at the Prime Minister as it goes near them, “Hurry up. The treacherous guards are about to come. They are the people of the Prime Minister Xin. Escape while you still can, quickly!” he stated so Ghynes hurriedly got Ghyn to his arms.

“Where’s father?” asked Ghynes. Their hearts are beating erratically while Ghyn doesn’t even have an idea of what’s happening.

“He’s now in the church; you should head there and escape. You’ll be going to another realm where you are safe.” He said and but Ghynes shook his head and asked Ghyno to take care pf Ghyn.

“Watch over Ghyn. When you two would reach in another realm, be sure to remove his memories. Ghyno, go with the Prime Minister and I’ll stay here; I need to protect our countrymen.” He stated and he’s looking so determined.

Ghyno’s eyes watered in tears and his voice was shaking was talking, “I’ll stay with you, kuya. I won’t leave you alone. I’ll fight till I can.” He forced his brother.

“Come with them.” Ghynes decision is already final.

“I won’t, Kuya…” they argued until they heard the footsteps of the treacherous guards. Ghynes look at the Prime Minister and asked them to go ahead.