Chasing Elysian

26. Warm Bodies

Rosanna's P. O. V:

To my relief, we didn't go through the Simulation session directly.

We were given a long lecture by Kairos who pointed out it would be foolish to send us all into a Simulation or Pocket Dimension without adequate knowledge and certain skills.

So Kairos simply briefed us about Simulations and Pocket Dimensions while we all sat on the grass floor.

I totally agree with Kairos' mercy and reasoning. We all did.

...Can't tell about Player 70, though. He looked kind of disappointed like a bullied bunny with dropping ears.

One cannot tell the mind of the abnormalities....

We all agreed with Kairos throughout the entirety of the class. Finding it extremely nice that he gave us a breather after that freak incident.

But we certainly did not celebrate when things got physical during the class session. Of course, those are memories too exhausting to dwell on.

“My assignment for you all is to create a 3,000 word essay on Pocket Dimensions and the rules of a Simulation. 2,000 words for defining a Pocket Dimension and 1,000 words for a Simulation Trial. Deadline to submit would be our next class session.

Those who fail to submit this assignment or give a good report will be subjected to punishments. And those who make a satisfactory effort will receive a reward. Is that clear?”

“Yes sir!” Our group of seventy echoed. With a mixture or groans from the lazy people like me. Who were all holding dead expressions.

Our voice created a lively atmosphere in the midst of this dense forest and plain grassland, which was dimly lighted by the moon and one flickering magic crystal. 

I tend not to look back at the wide expanse of tall trees, for fear of seeing something I shouldn't in a world of Hibiscus Wisps.

“Dismissed.” Kairos said, eyes locking intensely on mine for a split second before my vision became blank.

A moment of darkness ensued and I found myself standing in the Classroom with Aniysa and the other students.

Space-time teleportation.

“Want me to escort you to your new dormitory?” Aniysa suggested, placing her hands in her pockets. And looking up at me with her cute fat baby cheeks.

I hesitated. “Um, I-”

“If you want to, feel free.”

Which was not what I intended to say but Elan interrupted, flashing a smile at Aniysa. With his arm swung across my shoulders.

I was surprised from the sudden intrusion, ignoring how close his body was to mine. 

Rather my mind went blank on how to explain to Aniysa I wanted her to come with me but at the same time, I didn't.

Aniysa raised a brow in surprise, looking at Elan with scrutiny before turning her judgemental stare to me. And I stared back dumbly.