The Eerie Escapades of Corey Town: North and South Joestar's bizarre Paranormal

Chapter Seventeen: Betrayal and Resolve

#### Breakfast Tensions

The next morning at the breakfast table, South was animatedly talking about how he and Amy were making the school look great for the festival. I listened with half an ear, my mind preoccupied with the gift I had for Amy. The small, wrapped box sat on the table, a symbol of my feelings for her.

South noticed the gift and asked, "What's that, North?"

"Nothing. Don't worry about it," I replied, trying to brush it off. But South knew better. He could tell it was a gift for Amy, and a flicker of jealousy crossed his face. South had written Amy a card for her birthday, but seeing my gift made him feel inadequate.

#### South's Betrayal

On our walk to school, South's embarrassment and jealousy festered. Without my knowledge, he used his Stand to steal the gift from me. Oblivious to his actions, I went about my day, ensuring everything was ready for the festival.

Meanwhile, South found Amy putting up some decorations. "Hey, Amy," he said with his trademark grin.

Amy smiled back at him. "Hey, South."

South pulled out the gift. "Happy birthday, Amy."

Amy was moved to tears. "Thank you, South! Open it," he said, and she did. When she saw the bracelet, she was overjoyed. "I love it!" she exclaimed, hugging South in the hallway.

#### North's Heartbreak

As fate would have it, I rounded the corner just in time to see them embrace. My heart sank, and I fell to my knees. "That's my gift," I thought, disbelief washing over me. How did South get it? Recalling the day's events, I realized South must have used his Stand to steal it.

The betrayal cut deep. I couldn't believe my own brother would play dirty like this. For a moment, I questioned everything, feeling a surge of anger and hurt. But I knew I needed my brother. I couldn't afford to let this rift grow.

Swallowing my pride and pain, I decided to act like I had lost the bracelet. I couldn't let this ruin the festival or our mission. I had to keep the peace, no matter how much it hurt.

#### The School Festival Begins

As the school day ended, the festival began. The air was filled with excitement and anticipation. Leo's band  was preparing to perform, and the decorations looked fantastic, thanks to South and Amy.

I forced myself to smile and join in the festivities. Amy was happy, and that was what mattered most. I couldn't let my personal feelings get in the way. But deep down, the hurt and betrayal lingered, a constant reminder of the fragile balance we were trying to maintain.

### To Be Continued...

The school festival was in full swing, a momentary escape from the tension and danger that loomed over us. But beneath the surface, unresolved feelings and secrets threatened to tear us apart. We would enjoy the festival, but the real challenges were still ahead. We had to be ready to face them, together.