Process of Elimination

Chapter 4: Part 4

Due to Xavion's decision, I was selected as the target for elimination. Our trust was shattered by him. Our collective expectation was that he would display a different approach compared to the previous game. Xavion looked at me and Cale, laughing with a heavy grin. "So, who is going to be the victor? The protagonist or the supporting character. Who ends up losing their life? Who has the opportunity to persevere? It is now up to you to take control of these matters." he proceeded to chuckle uncontrollably. All eyes were on me and Cale as people cast their votes. It was clear that a sense of guilt enveloped everyone as they discovered that Xavion had successfully fooled them.

"I was delighted to encounter both of you. I have something important to inform you before you go. In case of your demise, it can be attributed to your deliberate choice. The card that emerges from your collar will be a sacrificial card. That way we know for sure that this is the fate we all chose." Xavion explained to us all. The counting of votes made everyone extremely anxious. I experienced a cold sensation running along my spine. Despite not knowing if death was imminent, I was rendered completely silent. Cale was positioned there, displaying a self-satisfied smile. He is confident that his charisma will ensure his survival. However, it did not happen. The votes have been counted, revealing that Cale earned 7 votes while I faced a lone vote against me. I checked out the numbers. A single vote was recorded in my name by someone. The person's identity was unknown to me.

Cale and I were unable to partake in the voting process. Xavion has already made use of the benefits provided by the Immunity Policy. There was someone among every eight individuals present in the room who did not back me and wished for my failure. Nevertheless, the identity of this individual is still unclear. Cale's face went pale as he saw the votes. "Really? Host, show us the real numbers." he inclined. The host just stared at him with cold eyes behind the mask. Cale's face went paler. "Okay, guys. This isn't funny. I know you guys just voted for me as a joke, right?" he chuckled. Everyone gave him a cold stare. Xavion looked me dead in the eyes. "Leo, when the execution is finished, meet me in my room. Don't be late." he told me. I nodded my head in agreement scared of what might happen. Knowing Xavion, this could be another trap.

"What the hell do you mean execution? This voting was just a joke. You're the one who killed Carmen!" Cale yelled. "Ah, but I got away with simple murder. I did what's called Contract Killing and Aiding. But, neither of them knew. Khuld didn't know she was gonna die. I grabbed her when I saw her walking and set up. Carmen didn't know she was gonna die either. She helped me kill Khuld without touching her. She used the weapon by cutting that rope." Xavion explained. "BASTARD! YOU TOLD HER TO CUT THAT ROPE! YOU MANIPULATED HER!" Morgan yelled and ran up to Xavion, slapping the living daylight out of him. He just stared at her, not saying a word.

"Yeah, you're quiet now." Morgan snapped and went back to her podium.