FORTY. 

FIRST CLASS.

THE FOLLOWING DAY, the bell rang, signaling that it was time for the Demigods and Teras to travel to their respective schools. The school was divided into Twilight Vale. Phanteon Academy, Orpheus Academy, and Aetherion Academy.

Each student was chosen in each school during their final Fates based on their individual ability. All youngsters with special abilities are welcome at the academy. Children of the 12 Olympian Gods, as well as children of mythical creatures and the Cursed Demigods.

Because of the struggle between the Scientists and the Greek Gods, many of the Demigods and Teras have developed hatred for one another, but the Headmistress has decided to keep peace among the Cursed, Demigods, and Teras.

The enormous central keep, the conically roofed corner towers, the central stair tower, and, most importantly, the array of projecting turrets and the crenellated roofing make this place almost as ideal as you could have ever dreamed.

This educational institution is enveloped by expansive grounds and gardens, featuring tiles designed by a futuristic void, adorned with neon colors and originating from a three-dimensional realm. Spaceships are seen soaring in all directions, while advanced weaponry is discharging projectiles throughout the area.

A perfectly straight avenue, measuring just under a mile in length, is aligned directly with the central stair tower of the castle. As one approaches, the view of the castle gradually unfolds, framed by temples adorned with neon lights. The architectural elements, reminiscent of divine structures, appear to be crafted by robotic means, enhanced by a vibrant display of colorful lights throughout the area.

There were at least a dozen further levels inside, some of which could only be accessed by magic. The castle's fundamental structural components were mostly aligned with scientific lineages due to a wartime accident. Today, coal rocks create the windows and entrances.

The basic colors of uniforms were white, violet, and green. Giovanni put on a white jacket with golden stripes, a black necktie, and a gold skirt below the knees.

She wears gold socks and white shoes. She gathered her books and hurriedly exited Nike's cabin, but then she heard a huge burst of lightning in the corridor, which frightened her little.

"Ngayon ko pa lang nakita mukha mo, parang mas gusto ko na lang na suntukin ka palabas. I told you to stay away from me, Henry!"

"Xandria, I'd like to talk..."

"Clearly I don't. Layas!"

Kahit na hindi 'to pinapansin ng kapatid, Henry still provided support for his sister kahit pa napipikon siya sa kanya. Xandria could only give him a glare. 'Di niya alam kung bakit bigla na lang 'tong gustong mapalapit, kung sa totoo naman ay tinutulak siya nito palayo.

'Di alam ni Giovanni kung sino ang babae kaya naman agad itong nagtago sa tabi. Those hair are red violet, at sobrang haba ng buhok niya, at kulot pa. She had pink, blue, and brown highlights. She had a cute necklace and hair accessories with lots of lightning in her hair.

Morena ang babae at singkitin din siya tulad ni Henry. She had a pair of blue and gray eyes. She appeared arrogant. Marami din 'tong tattoo. Her uniform was the same as Giovanni's, although it was slightly exaggerated because it was Lolita. She also wears white doll shoes.

"Sino bang babae 'yon? Bakit ang close nila ni Henry?" Napahawak na lang si Giovanni sa libro at halos higpitan  ang pagkakahawak dito dahil 'di niya gusto ang nakikita.

Giovanni looked away, and she felt a sharp stab in her heart. There are several reasons. Minsan nang magmakaawa si Henry ng ganyan noong nasa First Domain pa siya no'n. When Lyrica framed him. Is he being bullied again, and he's not even telling her? 

Also, who's the Lolita chick he's with!?

Ang Book of Fates ay tumugon sa liwanag sa buong katawan niya at naglabas ng sandamak-mak na gintuang sinulid.

Xandria's different eye color stared at a woman peeking at them and grumbled,"Siguro dapat mong intindihin ang girlfriend mo do'n bago ka bumawi, Kuya," at ipinakita niya ang kanyang pagtuturo sa isang pader, na pinapakinggan ni Giovanni.

"About this...I can explain," Napahawak lamang si Giovanni sa kanyang Book of Fate at agad na umiwas sa magkapatid. Is this even true? He has a sister?!? She had no idea about this!

"Kaya ayokong hinahabol mo'ko hayop ka," Xandria rolled her eyes and crossed her arms and pouted. "Lagi tayong pinagkakamalan na magkasintahan. Yuck! Mukha kang puyat, tapos—"

"Xandria!"

Giovanni giggled and touched Henry's shoulders, "Ang ibig sabihin lang niya lang ay mukha ka raw zombie." 

"Dinagdagan mo pa." Henry hissed.

Henry just sighed at napahawak na lang siya sa mukha niya. 'Di niya alam kung paano malalapitan si Xandria at ngayon ay swinerte lang siya dahil 'di pa nakikita sila nakikita ng mga challengers.

For peculiar reasons, the academy is wary of the Corbyn siblings. And even Xandria is heavily guarded. It raises more questions about what took place at the Phanteon Academy.

Kaya naman nagbago agad ang ekspresyon ng mukha niya nang makita niyang naglalakad sa hallway ang mga naka-hood na nakatingin kay Henry at Xandria mismo.

Henry doesn't care who they are, but they should quit interfering with him. He grasped his fist at humarang siya kay Xandria nang biglaan na kinainis ng kanyang kapatid.

"Geez! What is it Kuya? You're glaring at them. Alam ko namang cute ako, pero h'wag mo naman akong itulak!" sigaw ni Xandria and she scratched her forehead and grumbled.

His jaw stiffened up, and he just peered at the challengers. He couldn't tell what they looked like. Nobody could determine what the other Demigods and Teras looked like based on what he had heard. Scientists constructed their bodies, which were hollow.

And it made him feel even more uncomfortable. He was tapping his shoes, apparently dissatisfied with them. He was certain that he didn't care.

Until a blue aura shined in front of him, and sparks of lightning were shoved in front of him, revealing that it was Xandria.

"Kuya! Tell me something," Xandria sighed. "Hindi 'yung basta't gumagawa ka na lang ng sarili mong desisyon." 

Is he? Perhaps his fears have taken over, and shadows have formed about his body unknowingly. His emotions are unstable. He has no idea what to say. Bukod pa rito, 'di niya alam kung paano siya makipag-usap kay Xandria tungkol sa katotohanan.

Salvatore, her replacement, became a homunculus and was mistreated by the scientist. Henry realized he had to do what he needed to do.

He couldn't look at her straight. He is saying nothing. Henry gripped his fist, his rage taking over, his breath coming in quickly as a flashback occurred to her. He had spoken nasty remarks to his sister.

It was the day he was spared from being sold. Back in First Domain, he lived in an orphanage.  Nagwawalis si Saku noon just like he used to do. Sweat drips from his face at agad naman niya 'tong  pinunasan.

Then there's a big bang on the door, and a small girl with enthusiastic tapping moves closer to him.

'I have to hurry.' He tightened his teeth. Nanginginig ang buong katawan niya at 'di ko alam ang gagawin niya.

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PAKIRAMDAM NIYA ay kailangan niyang mag-ingat dahil malapit siya sa mga taong nakapaligid sa kanya na alam niyang gagawan lang siya ng masama.

The small girl peeked in and quickly moved closer to him, jumping towards him and hugging him, "Kuya! Bumalik ka po!"She grinned at halos bigla na lang nakaramdam ng pamumutla si Saku dahil sa mga sinabi niya.

He never liked being touched. 

He dislikes other physical touches that occur without his permission.

His entire body trembled at agad niyang tinitigan ang kapatid at  sinamaan pa 'to ng tingin and he pushed her away, H'wag na h'wag mo'ko hahawakan." He glared at her.

"Kuya..."

Ria became terrified of him for the first time. She wanted to reach out and console him, but no words could help him at that point. Napaurong na lamang ang batang babae dahil sa mga sinabi niya.

Saku could only scowl at her and say, "Just go. Pabayaan mo na lang ako."

That left her heart terribly hurt. That's why, when she and her siblings separated, she had no alternative but to live alone because no one could console her. Not anyone.

"Hey!" Sigaw ni Xandria, "I'm like talking here Kuya! Nakikinig ka ba!?"

"Nakikinig ka ba?" tanong ni Henry sa kanya, sabay nginisian at ginaya ang kaartehan ng kapatid.

"Ugh! I hate you Kuya!" Sigaw ni Xandria at iniwasan niya ang kapatid dahil sa inis nito.

Giovanni finds the siblings amusing. She had no idea he had a deeper connection with his sisters, and it was rather starting to discover. Kanina pa pinagtatawanan ni Henry si Xandria. Dahil pumasok silang dalawa  sa klase kasama niya sa room.

"Hindi natin kasama si Courtney, kaya iba na naman ang ginagago mo. Ang bait mo," Giovanni said, and rolling her eyes.

"Ganito ako manlambig." He winked.

"Kung ganyan mo'ko lalambingin, h'wag na lang! Bwisit ka." Irap sa kanya ni Giovanni

"Mahal mo naman." Sagot niya.

Pagpasok nila sa loob, The flowers instantly bloomed. As if it was flowering the presence of the Demigods. Tumingin si Giovanni sa paligid at hinawakan ni Henry ang kanyang kamay, sinusubukang hanapan siya ng pwesto.

Nang makahanap na sila pareho ng upuan, umupo siya sa tabi niya at ibinaba ang  libro niya. All of his books are covered in black.

Hanggang ngayon, namamangha pa rin si Giovanni. It differs from the First Domain. The galaxy moving over the ceiling and the sparkles of golden magic swishing throughout the room. All she could do was hold her cheeks, and she couldn't believe she was actually here at Phanteon Academy.

"Class, you're here." A guy with silver long hair, blue eyes, and glasses arose, holding a ton of books, "Call me Sir Milverton. Starting today, I will be in charge of your lessons and trainings. And for today's class, we'll have a brief lesson and activities."

Napansin naman ni Giovanni ang mga seeds sa harapan niya. There are withered plants and flower buds, and Giovanni is the teacher. She couldn't determine what kind of instructor he was, but she did notice his dangerous demeanor.

Napalunok na lang siya at itinaas niya ang kamay niya, "Sir Milverton!"

"Yes, Daughter of Hebe? You may ask questions." He smirked at her.

"What's the deal with these plants?"

Nagtaka si Giovanni at napalunok na lang siya, at nilabas ni Sir Milverton ang isang libro na naglalaman ng lahat ng sistema kung paano nila gagamitin ang lahat ng kanilang kapangyarihan.

"In today's session, you'll discover how to use your powers through emotions. At iisa-isahin ko ang lahat ng kailangan ninyong malaman at maunawaan sa kapangyarihan niyo according to the godly parents you're associated with," Milverton replied, grinning at them as he carefully pushed his glasses. "I won't treat you any differently, so be prepared."