PeakWEST- 10 : Heavenlys Incident

ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ 𝟾𝟾 - 𝙷𝚎𝚊𝚟𝚎𝚗𝚕𝚢𝚜 𝙸𝚗𝚌𝚒𝚍𝚎𝚗𝚝 - 6

“That... this is a bad idea.”

“Aww, Kartik, something like that is disappointing coming from you.”

“Yeah, we thought you'd be the one who'd be happy hearing this.”

“That's not even something to be happy about.”

Zen raises his eyebrows.

“U-uh, I mean... well, is that even interesting?”

“Maybe or maybe not, but this... will happen.”

“Fine...”

“Well, actually, if Alan opposes this, he can stop the plan since he's a leader along with Zen.”

“Sure... you wanna stop this plan? *Zen stares at Alan and smirks*... Alan?”

“No, no... it's a pretty good idea.”

Mike notices and realizes the stutter in Alan's voice and understands that Zen has something up his sleeve with this plan.

“Great! It's settled then. We'll have our self-introduction event.”

“But what if someone doesn't want to share their past?”

“It's optional, but highly encouraged. We need to trust each other.”

“And how do you plan to ensure that?”

“By making it a fun and supportive environment. It's not about forcing anyone, but about creating bonds.”

Alan, trying to mask his anxiety, responds

“Yeah, bonds...”

“Alright, I guess it's settled then. Let's prepare for it.”

*With a sigh, Kartik agrees

“Fine, but I'm still not entirely convinced.”

“Don't worry, Kartik. You'll see the benefits once we do it.”

Alan, thinking to himself

“This could either be a chance for a new beginning or a complete disaster...”

*Mike, glancing at Alan and sensing his unease, asks

“Alan, are you sure you're okay with this?”

“Yeah, I'm fine. Let's just get it over with.”

“That’s the spirit! We’ll make it an event to remember.”

As the group disperses, Alan can't shake off the feeling of dread.

He knows that revealing too much about his past could bring unwanted attention and danger.

But he also realizes that this might be an opportunity to finally confront his demons. With a heavy heart, he decides to go along with the plan, hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.

[ The shadow stands behind the tree laughs ]

The Heavenlys are all dressed impeccably, with every member rushing around to ensure everything is perfect for the event.

There's a buzz of excitement and anticipation as they prepare.

"Zen!! Help me, you dumbo!" Mike yells, his voice echoing through the corridors.

"Yeah, yeah! I'm coming!" Zen responds, trying to balance multiple tasks at once.

Nearby, Gaku scolds, "Rogue!! Can you do something other than sitting there like a lazy fool?"

Rogue, barely lifting his head, retorts, "Shut up! I'm just resting for a minute now!"

While the others scramble inside, Moon, Timp, Alan, and Kartik have a conversation outside the castle.

"Well, the arrangements are pretty quickly settled," Moon observes, looking around at the organized chaos.

"Yeah, our members are really so active, nah? Moony," Timp adds, smiling at the energy of their friends.

"Yeah, they all are so motivated for the party," Moon agrees.

But noticing the quietness from their other friends, Timp asks, "Why the hell are you both so quiet?"

Kartik and Alan, almost in unison, respond, "Hassle..."

"What?!" Moon and Timp exclaim, taken aback.

"You heard us," Kartik says, shrugging. "This whole thing is a hassle."

"Yeah, there's so much pressure to get everything right," Alan adds, sounding a bit overwhelmed.

"Come on, guys," Moon chimes in, trying to lift their spirits. "It's going to be fun. We just need to relax and enjoy the evening."

Timp nods in agreement. "Exactly. Think about it as a chance to bond and learn more about each other."

Alan sighs, "I get that, but it's still nerve-wracking."

Kartik nods. "Yeah, I'm not great at sharing personal stuff."

Moon reassures them, "Well, it's not just about sharing your past. It's about celebrating who we are now and how far we've come."

"And who knows," Timp adds,

"maybe we'll learn something new and amazing about each other."

Alan's expression softens as he smiles slightly.

"I guess you guys have a point."

"Fine, fine," Kartik finally concedes.

"We'll try to enjoy it."

"That's the spirit!" Moon cheers. "Now, let's get back inside and help with the final touches."

The group heads back into the castle, where the final preparations are underway.

The decorations are up, the food is being arranged, and the atmosphere is buzzing with excitement.

Members of the Heavenlys help each other with their outfits, ensuring everyone looks their best.

Mike’s voice cuts through the noise as he yells, "Alright, everyone! Gather up! We're almost ready to start."

Zen, standing beside him, adds, "Remember, this is our night to shine. Let's make it unforgettable."

Gaku nudges Rogue, "Get up! We need everyone on their feet."

Rogue grumbles, "Fine, fine, I'm up," but finally rises to join the others.

As the final touches are made, the Heavenlys gather in the announcement hall.

The hall is beautifully decorated, with lights twinkling and a festive atmosphere filling the air.

Everyone takes their seats, the room buzzing with anticipation.

Zen takes the stage, addressing the crowd.

"Welcome, everyone, to our Self-Introduction Festival! Tonight, we celebrate who we are and the journey we've taken together."

"Let's make this a night to remember."

The room erupts in cheers, and the festival begins.

One by one, members of the Heavenlys take the stage to introduce themselves, sharing stories, experiences, and moments that have shaped them.

Laughter, applause, and heartfelt moments fill the evening, creating a sense of unity and camaraderie.

Alan, feeling a mix of nerves and excitement, waits for his turn.

As he watches his friends share their stories, he assumes that next is going to be his turn.

𝚃𝚘 𝙱𝚎 𝙲𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚗𝚞𝚎𝚍...