Love in Darkness

Chapter 26: Showcase

Two days left before the designation day to come. Eon and Odette spend their time practicing at the abandoned magical library. Odette goes first while Eon stands on the side.

Odette closes her eyes and takes a deep breath. She positions her arms straight on both sides. She flicks her both hands and suddenly, leaves have surrounded them. Odette opens her eyes and focuses on the target ahead.

Eon is amazed to see so many leaves everywhere. With the command of Odette, the leaves all form into a sharp knife. She then moves her hands down, making the leaves attack forward and into the target. The sound of the impact echoes on the library. This made Eon mutters to himself, "Whoa.".

Odette looks at Eon, "What do you think?". Eon stares at her with amazement, "Incredible. You will be best at protecting the realm.".

Odette smiles, "Yes. That is my goal - to protect.". She then moves her arms up, making the leaves free themselves from the wall. Again, with her command, the leaves collide with each other, forming a big and thick shield. Eon comes near to it and pounds it with his knuckles. The sound of metal can be heard. He exclaims, "Just like metal armor.".

"Thank you. Now, your turn.".

Eon starts to scratch the back of his head lightly. "Umm... You already know what my power is. Sooo...".

"Are you embarrassed with your power?", Odette instantly asked.

"Well, no... And yes?". He pauses, "I mean, it is nothing compare to yours.".

"Eon. Do not think it that way. If your power is not as special and useful as you think it is, you would have died on the day Denver attacked you.".

Eon falls silent and still hesitates. But he manages to find his inner courage. He thought, "Another goal is to be selected. I belong in this realm. I am going to prove it to them.".

Odette smiles as she sees the look on Eon's face - full of determination. She just watches him, focusing on his movements.

Eon closes his eyes and puts his arms on his sides. He opens them wide and lifts them up. He is summoning the water and it comes to him. In his hands is a big ball of water. Eon opens his eyes and focuses on it. He imagines making the water into small spikes and the water forms into many spikes. He then moves the spikes forward hardly to meet the target. Holes are added to the wall.

Odette claps her hands, "Nicely done.". Eon smiles at her, "Really?". He catches his breath. He breathes in and out deeply. Odette looks at Eon with worry, "Are you okay?".

Eon replies, "I am okay. It is just my body is not used to exerting too much energy and effort yet.". Odette nods, "We have just to keep practicing. You can do this.". He smiles at her and nods as a sign of courage. The library has become their training ground. Eon and Odette use the two days to practice. They would just stop for a break and if they are hungry. Eon has finally mastered using his powers without getting exhausted aftermath.

They are both feeling accomplished. Eon is so grateful to Odette, "I could not have done it without your help. Thank you.". Then he hugs her. Odette's eyes widen and could not move. Eon feels that Odette has become tense so he slowly lets go of the hug. "I am so sorry. I was grateful.". She smiles at him after recovering from the shock, "It is okay. And it is no problem, I am glad I could help.".

Eon and Odette decide to go home for them to have a good rest. Upon arriving at the house, Eon is greeted by his parents. "Are you ready for tomorrow, Son?". But he could answer, his mother speaks, "Do not be nervous and just believe in yourself. We know you will be chosen.". Eon cannot reply because of confusion. So he asks his parents, "Mom? Dad? I really want to respond but I am really tired. The training wore me out. Can I sleep early?".