Book 1: My Dark World: The Legacy

(Chapter 9) Acknowledge Your Talents

Jack and the rest have spent the remainder of their 3 years at hevania. We are entering a new era with a new generation on the horizon, but we can expect to face some challenges.

The Cryptic Cafe

Peyton and the man have been discussing the plan even further while enjoying coffee. "He's getting too high up." Peyton said. "He is a representative of his family and should not have the privilege to gain this much exposure. Although it is not him I'm focused on. It's that father figure of his." The man said. "Lucifer? The demon king?" Peyton asked. "Yes." The Man said. "If I may ask, why does it matter how much attention Jack gets?" Peyton asked. "That is Lucifer's offspring you are speaking of. An utter descendant of the lesser version he was." The Man said. He clenched his fist out of pure anger and jealousy. "The Title of Demon King was better off with Cletus and since he is dead, I'm obliged to do him a favor." The Man said.

Post Graduation

Jack and Sailie dressed up for the graduation ceremony in their gowns. "Out of every color on the spectrum. Why did they choose grey for the graduation gown?" Jack asked. "I don't know." Sailie said. "I've never felt this accomplished before in my life." Jack said. "We're now one of the most powerful of everyone. Just like we dreamed when we were kids." Sailie said. "You probably are. I don't know about me." Jack said. "You're strong too." Sailie said. "I couldn't hold my own against principal vedil." Jack said. "That doesn't mean anything, you still won." Sailie said. "You have too much optimism." Jack said. "And you're too humble." Sailie said. "Whatever." Jack said. Nyx walks into the room. "Hey. Lucifer's waiting for you all in the car." Nyx said. She takes a second and looks at her children. "I hope you are happy with yourselves knowing that you will grow up to become powerful. Because I am. I'm very proud of how far you've come and grown, so much so that I can say that I'm forever grateful to be your mother." Nyx said hugging them.

The Final Car Ride

Jack and Sailie got in the car to be driven to graduation. Jack looks out the window to see the view just like he did on the very first day. With the busy street and the lights that shine bright like a diamond. But there was a small thought that might have a big impact. What will happen in the future? What about his family? His friends? His Future Wife? He doesn't want to leave them. But he also wants to experience life outside of his own. What will happen to him? Will he be hung over a fire? These thoughts led Jack to spiral into anxiety. Sailie held his hand as reassurance. It was good to know that his sister was always there for him in his bad times.

The Graduation Ceremony

Before entering Jack and Sailie were handed a blank card. They go inside and find The shadows. "I don't like these gowns but it's better than nothing." Lizi said. Jack and the shadows took a moment to look at each other. "We made it." Alana said. Everyone and their parents were gathered to see their kids excel in life. "It is my pleasure to give these awards to the students of our society who represent the best of the best. Congratulations." Principal Vedil said as the clock of the underground nether chimes into the new year. Everyone started cheering as the graduates bowed. "What happens now?" Jack asked. "You just go out into the world as the gods you are." Kyria said. Everyone has been elected as gods. Their titles appeared on a card that was handed to them before the ceremony. Jack's title was not shown. All there were were 3 question marks. "Where's mine?" Jack asked. Everyone shrugged. Then Jack turned to Principal Vedil. "I don't know. It must be a fluke." Vedil shrugged. Jack's mind starts to wander off and spiral into confusion and frustration.

The Hunter Household

The shadows were invited over as a celebratory sleepover. Jack lays on his bed as he thinks about his nonexistent title. Lizi notices. "What's wrong?" Lizi said. "What am I?" Jack said. "You're a... demon." Lizi said. "I know but..." Jack couldn't get the words out. Alana and Isaiah looked back and saw Jack frustrated with himself. All of the shadows hovered over him trying to calm his nerves. "What is my title?" Jack asked. "What are you talking about?" Alana asked. "He doesn't know what god he is." Lizi said. Jack began to tear up with a broken voice. "What am I?" Jack asked. Jack was extremely sad and conflicted with himself. Jack's depression shifted to anger because he began to think that he wasted almost 4 years of his life to be handed an empty piece of paper. "Jack you're shaking," Alana said scared for him. "WHY DO THEY DO THIS?!" Jack said starting to destroy his room. The Shadows started to hold him back trying to calm him down. "Hey hey hey Jack. Stop. It's ok. Calm down. Alright?" Lizi said. Isaiah and Lizi held Jack by the arms and Jack started kicking his feet. His anger is mixed with sadness as he riots while tears come out of his eyes. "Hey calm down." Alana said. "4 YEARS OF MY TIME FOR NOTHING!!" Jack screamed. The shadows were devastated by the way Jack was broken. They all hover around him. Lizi stopped everything in Jack's mind by hugging him. "You were a therapist for me. Now it's my turn." She whispered.

Jack couldn't stop thinking about how he doesn't have a role in life. It made him feel like his life was a mystery. He began to believe that all the hard work was for nothing.