The Fallen HODWIII

Chapter 14 : Joke

"I challenge you t-to a battle," I said with determination as I looked at Emmalia.

She laughed as if I had made the biggest joke ever. I could feel the disbelief in Drena, Cassy, Daniela, and the rest of the people in the restaurant, except Claire, who seemed to have been expecting this. I didn't know why, but Claire seemed to know everything about everyone just by looking at them, including the truth behind their masks.

"You? Challenge me... to a battle?" Emmalia laughed again.

I heard Daniela chuckling but suddenly shut up in fear when I sensed Claire looking at her.

I clenched my hand when I felt Uno trying to dominate me. She shouldn't interfere; this was between me and Emmalia. But it seemed like anger was controlling me, and I couldn't hold on much longer...

"Was it hard to understand? Or... should I say it again?" I said in my usual cold voice.

This girl was fucking stupid. Oh, I wondered how she lived her life; she must not have found delight in anything more than I did.

She suddenly halted her laughter after hearing my voice; the rest were shocked, well, except Claire.

"How dare you!" she exclaimed as she aimed to attack me but halted mid-air as she smirked. "Okay, I'll take your challenge. Let's see how you, loser, could die in my hands. That would be sweet." Her tone had a mixture of anger.

"My, my, Emmalia, you really are naive." I grinned coldly, and her eyes widened a bit at my words.

Who did she think she could kill, me? The Legendary Uno would just be killed by this naive, stupid girl? Oh, that was funny. I wanted to see how she would do it. If Stella would just let me fight her, I would make sure this girl knew who she was talking to right now. I smirked, trying not to laugh.

"What did you just say to me?" In a flash, she advanced toward me.

But before she could reach me, I jumped back, tumbling above her and then standing straight behind her.

"Pow!" I teased near her ear as I smirked.

Again, everyone was shocked, mouths agape at what just happened. If it were a normal person, they wouldn't have seen what really happened in those seconds because of the swift speed. I could even see the guy, Julius, left agape while Emmalia was stunned in her spot.

She was fast; however, it couldn't equal my speed. Well, I still didn't know her real potential, but I was surprised she dared to threaten my master, Claire.

If Claire wasn't in a mood, I bet before she could speak a word, her throat would already be cut to death.

I shrugged; Claire had already been expecting Stella.

"Underground Arena, tomorrow night at seven," I said, turning my back. "Remember, do not touch my master unless you kill me." I said those last words before I took a step forward and headed toward the exit of the restaurant.

I wasn't available tonight since Lucas had already asked for my free time, so tomorrow night would be a good time, I thought.

Just as I opened the door, the Insigma Fighters showed up in the distance—Xenon, Coby, Adrian, and... Lucas.

Lucas then looked at me, surprised by my expression. I guess he wasn't used to seeing me like this. He must have fallen deep for Stella, not me. Well, Stella and I were just one; however, there was a bit of pain in my chest thinking about the differences we had.

Lucas walked closer to me, and I maintained my usual cold expression. He held my hand. "What happened? Are you okay?" he asked softly.

Those mesmerizing eyes behind his glasses made me want to feel him now.

I heard the door behind me close; it seemed like Xenon, Adrian, and Coby had already gone inside the restaurant.

I raised my hands and took his glasses off as I looked straight into his eyes. "Can you kiss me?" I simply asked, and I saw the sudden surprise on his face from my words.

"Babe, tell me, is there something wrong?" He asked, full of worry.

But I wondered why I suddenly felt... sad, disappointed, and... hurt. Did he really love me completely? Or did he just love the Stella who was weak, shy, and very soft? Because... I was not Stella; I was Uno—brutal, cold, and ruthless. Didn't he like having me? Did he only want Stella?

I was disappointed as I handed his glasses back and took his hand off me as I started walking past him. He seemed confused.

But I was surprised when he grabbed my hand, using his sudden force to make me face him. Just then, I felt his lips touch mine.

He was kissing me... His warm, soft lips made me lose myself; everything rushing through my head seemed to have disappeared. I slung my arms around his neck and responded to his kisses.

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**Venice Claire's POV**

After Uno walked out, I suddenly heard clapping. We all looked toward the corner, and everyone was surprised—well, except me. I was not surprised to see her here.

"Woah! That was a fantastic scene; I can't wait until tomorrow night!" said Zoey with sparkling eyes.

The rest were clueless upon seeing Zoey, except me, Drena, and Cassy, but I didn't care about their expressions, whatsoever.

Zoey could just be anywhere, and ever since I stepped foot in this restaurant earlier, I had already felt her presence. She even got here before us.

I sighed and was about to take a step toward the door when it opened, and I immediately saw Xenon.

He rushed toward me and hugged me tight. "Oh goodness, Claire. I was so damn worried," he said in my ear, trying to calm himself.

"I'm fine, Xenon," I said, calming him.

Right then, I felt Julius walking closer to us. Xenon must have sensed his presence because he let go of the hug but held my hand.

"Nice to meet you again, dude," Julius said to Xenon with a smile.

But I knew there was something strange behind his smile.

***** viona99 *****

I'm very sorry, I have been rushing my thesis since I am graduating while having part time jobs that I barely have time for writing. I hope you understand, I am sorry for the long update.

Thank you so much for reading my book and still with Claire and Xenon's journey until now❤.

I am glad to have you on my journey❤.