I Thought I Was A Devil

Julie Part 2

[Trigger warning]

I sighed while rubbing my forehead, each second was crucial, I looked around and noticed one of the children hugging on a football while crying loudly, I smiled stroking his hair to calm him before taking his football.

Me: I will need this, thank you. (I smiled then stood up).

After calculating the assaulter’s height and his current position, I went up to a higher ground along with the football in my hands, then putting the football down on the grass, I kicked the ball up in the air, then aiming at the assaulter’s face while making sure that Julie is not harmed in the process, I kicked the ball hard using all of my strength. The ball hit the target, as he gets knocked out, the knife fell on the ground, along with Julie, who was covered in sweat, her expressions were pale. I walked past her, picking up the pocket knife, as I admired the knife for sometime, it had an interesting texture.

Julie: (she looked up while glancing at my face still terrified) A-Anne…(her lips trembled as she tried to muster up some courage to speak)

I turned my head towards her direction, then heard a low groaning noise, the assaulter grabbed my leg as he was slowly regaining his consciousness, his eyes glared at me, I frowned while playing with the knife in my hand then stabbed the back of his palm using it, he screams in pain leaving me, as he tries to take out the knife from his hand, I used my right  feet to stamp on his palm, further pushing the knife inside his flesh, screams of agony came out of his lips, as fresh blood fell on the green grass turning it into a beautiful painting, he pants and drools, sweat appears on his forehead while he grits his teeth still glaring at me, he slowly started getting sober due to the immense pain. I bent towards him and whispered in his ear, “Do you want me to reduce your pain?” I smirked staring at his face with pure pleasure, his screams started making me feel excited, I wanted to torture him even more, but I tried controlling my emotions. He gulps his spit, his eyes were red due to anger, even though he struggled, he couldn’t free his hands, he finally gave up his struggle, and nodded slightly, his throat was dry, his hand started getting cold.

Drunkard: Please….help…me…(he begs me with pleading eyes).

Me: (I smiled looking at him) Sure…I hope you will remember today’s lesson and become a better person. (I said before punching his face hard knocking him out again, before removing my feet from his palms, and pulling out the knife, as soon as I pulled out the weapon,  blood gushed out from slit on his palm, I used my handkerchief to wipe the blood off the blade properly before putting it inside my pocket).

It was then, that I realized the blander I caused just now, both Julie and the children were still present in the playground and just now they witnessed my demonic side, I gulped my spit and finally turned to face Julie, she was looking down, her body trembling, I knew this would happen, she must be scared of me…but why does my heart feel heavy seeing her like this?... I hope she is fine…why am I worried? “Pathetic,” I thought to myself, is she a child to get scared of a little amount of blood? Then again this is a normal reaction towards violence, not everyone is a devil like me. I hesitated then touched her shoulder wanting to console her, she looked up as our eyes met, but something felt different, instead of being afraid, she was excited, and her eyes sparkled with desire as if she had discovered something great. She held my hands while smiling brightly, and for a moment I realized why both Victoria and Jules respected her so much, that was the most innocent expression I have seen in my life, those clear eyes without anything hidden behind them, like a child, who cannot lie.

Julie: (she grins) That kick was super cool!!! I didn’t know that you can play football!!! Victoria and Jules never informed me regarding it! (She pouts) I will scold them for hiding such a brilliant player from me.

Me: (I frowned while pulling away my hands) Don’t touch.

Julie: Oh…sorry…(she bites her lower lip feeling embarrassed) hey…(she smiled softly) will you join our football team?

Me: I don’t know how to play football, that kick was just a coincidence, adrenaline rush. (I tried to avoid her eyes, this was the first time, I was feeling uncomfortable while lying, something felt heavy inside me, I was getting conscious about myself)

Julie: Oh…it’s totally fine! (She grins) Coach will help you with that, believe me! Please don’t waste your potential talent.

Me: (I rubbed my forehead getting annoyed) That witch, who kicked me out of school? You want me to go beg her to teach me football, because princess Julie wants me to join her team? (I said in a sarcastic tone) Are you that dense? Or are you acting like one? (I raised my eyebrow in a questioning manner)

Julie: I am sorry…I didn’t meant to hurt you…I just…(she bites her lower lip hesitating)

Me: Heh…(I started getting impatient) how many times are you going to apologize?...Stop apologizing if you don’t mean it, and if you actually feel sorry, then think before you open that damn mouth. (I rolled my eyes)

Julie: (her hands start shivering as she looks down almost tearing up) I…I am sorry….

Me: (I ran my fingers through my hair getting frustrated) Again?...Jeez…(then I bent towards her face while whispering in her ear) Are you stupid? Or is it that you are actually afraid of me but trying to act brave?

Julie: (her body trembled a bit) W-Well I would be lying if I say that I am not scared…but...

Me: Ha…. Hahahah! (I started laughing loudly) How cute~ (placing my arm around her shoulder I pulled her closer and pinched her chin with my other hand making her lift her head, her eyes were watery, she tried to hold back her tears) Listen here…child…I hate football, no…to be precise, I hate playing in teams. And do you even have the qualities to act like a team captain? Do you have the authority to make me obedient? (I pinched her cheek) Maybe, the day, you prove your worth, I will consider playing in your team. Till then, it would be better if you focus on your growth, instead of trying to convince people to join your broken team. (I said while walking past her)

Julie: Hey! (She takes a deep breath, I turned my head to look at her with an uninterested expression) I am older than you, so you should mind your language. (She pouts)

Me: Then act like one, be more mature, age doesn’t give you maturity, experience does, and trust me, I am much more experienced than you, so don’t play the age card on me, and being elder by few months doesn’t means shit to me. It’s getting late, return to your home before you get in more troubles. (I noticed that the children have already left) Listen…don’t try to get involved with me, or you will regret, either remain naïve and ignorant, or I will corrupt your existence. (I smiled before walking off)

To be continued...