The Fallen

Fallen 4: GREED

Unending selfish interests that keep on growing each day. Where will it lead me?

"Wow. He's a really great warrior."

"We are so lucky to have him in our region. We keep on winning every battle!"

"I heard there's a twist this time."

"A twist? What twist?"

"The winner will be given the chance to level up his rank!"

Hmm... interesting. This twist made my urge to win to grow rapidly. Challenges make my heart thump like crazy. If I win, maybe I'd be given the opportunity to wish for a position in the heavenly guards! Oh my. 

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Cheers filled the arena. FIlled with white clothing that somehow glows whenever glazed with light. Creatures of the light, blessed and gifted. Maybe one day, I'll get to rule them all.

The tournament started and in no time, it will be my turn. the North region against the West.

"Next up, the North versus the West!"

That was my cue. I entered the arena and the same goes for my opponent. Cheers from our regions were heard. Glad to know they have my back. 

The bell rang, which signifies that the fight has started. The first few minutes were wasted by just merely staring at each other, anticipating the next move. Then it all began. Punch here, punch there, kick here kick there. It was neverending. Until I saw an opening that would make me win. Without wasting another second, I took the chance. I threw a punch, hitting his temple, making him collapse, unconscious. 

Screams, cheers, claps, and people yelling my name over and over again. It felt great. So great. I wanted more. I want their attention. 

And so my reward came. I ranked up. But I wasn't satisfied. I entered the council room and without hesitating, I stated my desire. To be one of the higher-ups. 

Instead of a reward, they gave me punishment, that was ensured that my disappearance will not be publicized. Banishment, never to set foot into paradise ever again. I wasn't exactly sad, mad, in fact, I felt nothing. I was confused. 

I kept on wondering why I was so hard to please, why I can never be satisfied like there is something missing. I looked back at the gates of light. 'Thank you' 

There, I became a dark angel, the fallen angel of greed, Jung Hoseok.

I entered the realm of darkness. Tired of walking, I released my wings only to see them changed color. My once white wings, now black. It was magnificent. I smiled and flew. the air around me got heavier and felt a presence from different creatures. 

1.....2.....3.....4.... I counted. There were four. I turned around and saw four shirtless creatures. Same black wings. 

"You're finally here, brother."