JARED' s POV

"KRING! KRING! KRING!"

"Where is your brother now?"

Sky asked me, annoyed, before throwing his phone. He had been repeatedly calling Jarvis without an answer.

I didn't want Sky to turn his anger on me, so I voluntarily contacted my brother. To my surprise, he answered in less than a second.

Sky turned to me when he heard Jarvis answer the call.

"W-what the ahhhhh h-hell are you ugh doing? Yo-u ke-e-p ahh! on calling me."

My forehead furrowed. What is he saying? I do not understand.

"Where are you?" Sky snatched the phone from me and talked to Jarvis directly.

"Heav-en Oh! Fuck faster! Ahhh ahhhh, guys, I will call you back. Shit! Someone is riding me." Jarvis dropped the call, and I saw how my phone folded due to Sky’s annoyance. Wtf! That's the latest model.

"I'll buy you a new one," Sky said before throwing the broken phone away.

"Why are you looking for Jarvis?" I asked.

"There is a little problem in my district, and I was going to ask him for help," he replied.

Liar! He never tends to ask for help, especially not from Jarvis. Is something going on that I don't know about?

JARVIS POV

"STOP!"

The woman on top of me immediately stopped when the tone of my voice changed. I stood up and put on my uniform.

"But baby, we're not done yet," she said, pulling me for another kiss. I avoided it. I had lost my appetite, thanks to Jared and Sky.

Those two fools, what are they doing again?

I got in my car and went straight to the university. I will only continue at the university.

"Hi, Jarvis!" A woman greeted me when I entered the university. She was pretty and had a big chest, fitting perfectly in my hands.

I pulled her and kissed her. Talking to a normal student is forbidden, but kissing isn't, right?

"Ahhh..." she growled as I started to caress her chest, beginning to undo the buttons of her dress until her big melons popped out in front of me.

I wanted to sandwich my face between her melons.

"Ahh! Kids nowadays, stay protected, man!" I was surprised by the sudden appearance of Nathan's sister, swinging her legs from a tree.

"Get out," I ordered the woman in front of me, who hurried away. It's a pity; I wanted to massage those melons.

"Why did you drive her away? Am I bothering you?" she asked with an innocent face.

I don't know if Nathan's sister is really innocent or just playing.

"What are you doing there?" I asked.

"Oh! I forgot I have a present for you." She looked through her bag and threw something at me. "Don't be shy, open it."

I was surprised to see what was inside. It's a box of condoms. Why the heck does she have this?

She jumped from the tree and shook her skirt to remove the dirt.

I don't know what went through my mind when I pulled her and kissed her. I thought she was going to slap me, but no, she kissed me back.

"KRIIIINGGGGGGGG!"

The bell rang, so we parted from our kiss.

"Sweet!" she said with a smirk. I suddenly felt a chill.

"The bell has rung, let's just meet around," she waved as she walked away. That woman, there was something strange about her besides her soft lips.

–

"Typical Jarvis Monteverde, never lasted a week with a girl."

I passed Megumi, who was sitting on a bench holding a book. She saw that Hyra and I were together.

"Your imagination is very active, Cristobal," I said sarcastically, tapping her shoulder and leaving. I don’t have to explain anything because I didn’t do anything wrong. Hyra kissed me back, meaning we both wanted that.

I can’t believe I kissed Nathan’s sister. What will Sky and the others say when they find out?

I just shook my head and continued walking to the special room when someone ran into me, causing her belongings to fall. I helped her pick them up. I'm not that bad to just pass her after bumping into her.

"Thank you," she bowed to me several times before leaving. It's funny because I rarely encounter that. A nerd who doesn’t care who I am.

I was about to leave when something fell on the floor. My head started to hurt. Was it intentional? That nerd, who is she?

I picked up the white card and examined it. No doubt, this is exactly what Jared and the others got. So, the culprit is just around. I need to tell Master and warn Sky.

"Hi Monteverde!" Takashi greeted me. Tsk! He always greets me when he sees me walking.

I continued walking and saw a can of soft drink, so I kicked it.

"Ouch!" My mouth twitched when I hit a woman on the head. Based on her attire, she wasn't from here, so I approached her.

She bowed her head, rubbing the spot where the can had hit her.

"Are you okay?"

"Do I look okay?" she said in disgust, looking up. Our eyes met.

And at that moment, my heart began to beat abnormally, as if it were jumping.

This woman, she is an angel.

"I'm Jarvis Monteverde. And you?"

"I'm Kristine Khan."

Is this what they call love at first sight?

–

FLASHBACK - 14-YEAR-OLD JARVIS'S POV

"When will Papa and my brother return? I miss them."

I lay down on the sofa, raising both my legs. It's been a long time since I've been with my brother and dad. It's boring in the mansion without them.

"They are on a business trip to Osaka, so I don't know when they will return," my stepmom said, pouring tea into her mug. She was just here in the mansion but was wearing expensive things. "Isn't the house quiet and peaceful without Jared?"

I got up and raised an eyebrow at her.

"What do you mean?"

She laughed sarcastically and sipped her tea.

"Jared is a hindrance to plans. You should inherit everything your father has. We don't need Jared; he should just disappear," she said casually.

"You are wrong."

I stood up, took a knife, and started peeling an apple in front of me.

My stepmom was the reason Jared and I’s real mom died. She killed her to get Dad, and until now, Dad doesn't know what happened. This woman is manipulating Dad.

“Why am I wrong? Jared is your dad’s favorite, and it shouldn’t be like tha-"

She didn't finish what she was going to say when I stabbed the knife I was holding into her throat. I felt no fear or pity.

I had been waiting a long time for this opportunity. She had to pay for what she did to Mom, and if the law wouldn't allow that, I would make my own judgment.

“The old Monteverde is taking care of the beast in his house.”

I was surprised when a man spoke behind me. He was wearing an elegant suit and mask.

"Who are you?"

"The way you killed her is amazing," he said, changing the subject.

"Will you report me to the police?"

"Why should I do that? A responsible brother like you doesn't belong in jail," he approached me and handed me a mask. "Come with me and lead the Sixth District. I'm sure you can lead it well."

"I can't. I can't leave my brother."

"You killed your stepmother for your brother. You are a very good example to him."

"I will make my own judgment list to protect the people I care about."

He smiled and took out his phone.

"I did not make a mistake. You will be a good leader and you will be able to protect what is important to you when you accept my offer to be a leader."

"I'm getting bored; you are very annoying."

"I told you, I will not leave my brother."

"But your brother is already the head of the Seventh District. Your dad immediately accepted my offer, so pack now. Next week, I will take you to the vixen with the other chosen ones."

He put down the phone he was holding, showing Dad's caller ID number. So he called Dad?

He stood up and walked out. But I pulled the hem of his clothes, stopping him.

"Who are you?"

He turned to me with a smile.

"I'm Vladimir Fukushima."

–

The drive to the Vixen headquarters was long and silent. Lord Vladimir was not a man of many words, and I preferred it that way. My mind was racing with thoughts of my brother and the promise I made to protect him. When we finally arrived, the imposing building loomed before us, a testament to the power and influence of the organization I was about to join.

"This is where you will train," Vladimir said as we entered the building. "Your training will be intense, but it will prepare you for the responsibilities that come with leadership."

I nodded, determined to face whatever challenges lay ahead. The training began immediately. I was introduced to my instructor, a stern-looking man named Ivan.

"You will address me as Master Ivan," he said curtly. "Your training starts now."

The first few days were grueling. We trained from dawn till dusk, with barely any breaks. The physical training was intense, pushing my body to its limits. We ran miles, practiced hand-to-hand combat, and underwent rigorous strength and conditioning exercises.

"Faster, Jarvis! You're not here to relax!" Master Ivan barked as I struggled to complete another lap around the training field.

My muscles burned, but I pushed through the pain. I had to become stronger, not just for myself but for Jared.

In addition to the physical training, there were mental and strategic lessons. We studied various combat techniques, weapon handling, and leadership skills. Master Ivan drilled us on the importance of discipline, focus, and quick decision-making.

One evening, after a particularly exhausting day, I sat alone in my room, my body aching all over. Just as I was about to drift off to sleep, there was a knock on the door.

"Enter," I called out, wondering who it could be.

The door opened, and Vladimir stepped inside. He looked at me with a mixture of approval and something else I couldn't quite place.

"You've been doing well, Jarvis," he said. "But remember, this is only the beginning. The challenges you will face as a leader will be far greater than anything you've encountered here."

"I understand," I replied, trying to mask my exhaustion.

"Good. Because your next phase of training will be even more demanding," Vladimir continued. "You'll be tested not only on your physical and mental strength but also on your loyalty and ability to make difficult decisions."

As he spoke, I felt a renewed sense of determination. I would endure whatever came my way. I had to, for Jared and for the promise I made to protect him.

The following weeks were even more intense. We were subjected to harsh conditions, including training in extreme weather and enduring sleep deprivation. Master Ivan pushed us to our breaking points, but I refused to give in. Every time I felt like giving up, I thought of Jared and the promise I made.

One particularly brutal day, we were forced to endure a relentless series of combat drills. My body felt like it was on the verge of collapse, but I kept pushing forward. Master Ivan seemed to take pleasure in our suffering, but I could see a glimmer of respect in his eyes as I continued to fight.

"You're stronger than I thought, Jarvis," he said during a brief break. "But strength alone won't make you a good leader. You need to be smart, strategic, and above all, you need to care for those you lead."

His words struck a chord with me. I realized that leadership was about more than just power; it was about responsibility and protecting those who depended on you.

As the weeks turned into months, my training continued. I grew stronger, faster, and more skilled. But more importantly, I learned the value of discipline, strategy, and compassion. I became a leader not just in name but in spirit.

One day, after a particularly grueling training session, Vladimir called me into his office.

"You've done well, Jarvis," he said, looking at me with a rare smile. "You're ready for the responsibilities that come with leadership."

I felt a surge of pride and determination. "Thank you, Lord Vladimir. I won't let you down."

"I know you won't," he replied. "But remember, your greatest test is yet to come. Leading the Sixth District will be challenging, and there will be those who will try to undermine you. Stay vigilant and never forget why you started this journey."

"I won't," I promised, feeling a renewed sense of purpose.

As I left Vladimir's office, I knew that my training had prepared me for the challenges ahead. I was ready to lead, ready to protect, and ready to face whatever dangers came my way. For Jared, for my family, and for the promise I made, I would endure anything.

Jarvis Monteverde (Spring)