I do not own the Shall We Date game, Wizardess Heart!
*Rises from the dead*
OH MY GOD THE WAIT ON THIS YOU GUYS PROBABLY THOUGHT I HAD ABANDONED ALL HOPE.
Well, no need to fear, I was just compiling every event story so far, being a professional procrastinator, and then trying to figure out the order in which the events should go in, like time of year each one happened. I've also changed Jaycee's current age to seventeen, and Klaus' to twenty one. I don't even remember if I changed Klaus' age before or not, but whatever. If you have a question about age or something just ask me.
But I'm done now (or not, cuz Solmare likes to never go a day without yet another event story that I don't have the Lune or actual money for), so here you go. Also, I have a Tumblr now where we can talk about all things Wizardess Heart or any other fandom black hole that I've been sucked into. It's on my profile page here on , so check that out.
It's just full of Mystic Messenger.
Also I have a Wattpad. Also on my profile page. Someone asked if I was getting one and I don't remember who… but yeah.
Now, since I feel like I'm rambling, shout outs will be at the end of this chapter.
Chapter 38: The Trial Continues
October 20th
Day 13 Of 13
I woke long before the sun rose on the day of the trial. I was nervous and wide awake, longing for someone to talk to about my fears, but I was the only one up.
As quietly as I could, I put on my uniform and put my hair up using red ribbons. A brave color I thought, to give me strength.
To pass the time I sat out on the balcony and watched the sun rising, and fog settling over the academy's grounds. I took a deep breath, and realized that I felt oddly satisfied.
"It's finally today…" So why am I so calm now? I guess this is nothing compared to what's been going on these past few days… I absentmindedly ran my fingers over the scars on my left arm. But… I am happy with everything that's happened while I was here. I learned a lot, thanks to Klaus anyways. I've grown, even fallen in love… The thought of Klaus, shooting me a lopsided smile from his desk in the prefect's office, sent a shiver down my spine. I smiled lightly. I should be scared, especially of going home and never seeing Klaus again, but I'm not. I know him better than that. He said yesterday that our pasts and families meant nothing to him. He… he said that he loved me. Klaus would never ever leave me alone.
I sighed, realizing the sun was now above the horizon, and went to stand. I nearly stepped on a familiar pink little toad on my way back inside. He ribbitted in annoyance, before I shushed him and picked him up, bringing him into the hallway with me so that Bazoo wouldn't wake Amelia.
"You're very needy, you know." I told the toad as I walked slowly towards the staircase.
"You're leaving again. Where are you always going, all hours of the night?"
"Well, today I have my Judgement."
"As if I know what that is."
"If I don't pass the Judgment, then I don't get to stay at the academy anymore." Bazoo jumped in my arms, and I sensed his shock.
"What?! What am I supposed to do, all by myself in this boring old place?" I shrugged, stroking the top of Bazoo's body. It was oddly smooth for a toad, but not slimy like a frog's.
"You could go back home."
"I already told you, no one misses me. I'll just have to go with you."
"You make it sound like there's no other option." Bazoo ribbitted.
"Of course there isn't. You make things interesting, and I guess I like talking with you." I smiled at the toad's reluctant tone, and realized that he reminded me a bit of the stuffy Acceptance Letter.
Oh, right. I stopped mid stairwell, and ran back up to grab exactly that before hurrying back downstairs. I was going to be late if I didn't.
The air outside was pleasantly warm, warmer than it had been for the past couple of days, as if the academy was purposely trying to make this day a bit less stressful for me. Wispy white clouds sailed across the brightening pale blue sky, and a chilly breeze blew past. The autumn wind at least wasn't giving me a break.
Since the Judgement was held so early in the morning, it seemed that not another soul had waken yet. I hadn't even heard the girls preparing breakfast yet, and so I didn't stop for a bite to eat. I passed by the gate in front of the dorm, thinking about how eerie the whole place seemed when it wasn't so lively.
"You're late." Bazoo jumped, but in my peaceful state the voice wasn't too much of a surprise, although I did turn rather quickly after hearing it. I relaxed a little, seeing his familiar face, stern as always. Even the way he was crossing his arms at me was a small comfort.
"I didn't think anyone would be expecting me." I said with a small, playful smile. "I nearly forgot my Acceptance Letter and had to go back and get it. What are you doing here so early?"
"I came to see you." I blinked hearing that, my face going to one of surprise.
"What for?"
"I figured you would be nervous. You seem unusually calm though…" Klaus replied, looking me over as if something might be wrong. I smiled again, grateful for his concern.
"I'm alright. It's weird actually, I feel very content with the way things turned out while I was here." Klaus looked me in the eyes as I said that, his gaze open and unwavering. Then he simply nodded, and reached out to take my hand. I stared down at our intertwined fingers, suddenly giddy knowing that we were together, and it was normal.
"If having me by your side isn't too much trouble, I can still go with you. I can only walk you to the auditorium door, but it's better than going on your own." I looked up at Klaus and grinned, to which he immediately averted his eyes. I didn't mind, though. I figured that it must mean he wasn't always as put together as he pretended to be.
"I would love that."
"Let's go then." With a brief tug, Klaus turned and I went with him. I squeezed his hand, and it's pleasant warmth soaked into my own hand, exciting butterflies in my stomach. I giggled quietly, and lightly bumped into Klaus' side joyfully.
"What's so funny?" Klaus asked, his expression showing suspicion of my blissful mood.
"Nothing's funny." I took a few quick steps to stop in front of Klaus, making sure to keep our hands linked. "I'm just happy." I squeezed his hand, hoping to convey my gratitude towards the man.
"Hm. Your Judgement is moments away and you're happy? I would have expected you to be nervous." Klaus walked around me, leading me towards the main building once again. Bazoo ribbitted loudly, sitting uncomfortably in the crook of my free arm.
"You're both weirdos." Klaus glanced back, and gave the toad an unsavory look.
"That thing is still around?"
"His name is Bazoo, Klaus. And yes, he's staying with me now. I told you this yesterday. And anyways, I'm not worried about the Judgement. I learned a lot and I've grown a lot while I was here. Plus, being with you makes me feel a lot better. So really, it's just because we're holding hands and walking like this." Klaus scoffed.
"How stupid." Only the Golden Demon could sour my mood and make me so happy all in the matter of minutes… I shot Klaus a glare that he probably didn't see.
"That's not very nice of you. You know, I don't think that it would kill you to sugar coat something once in awhile." The ever perfect Prefect looked thoughtful for a moment.
"You know, it just might." I pouted and glared at the smirk Klaus gave me. "We're just holding hands though. You don't need to get all giddy at something like this. We're lovers now. This is normal."
"So what? Being lovers means that I like spending time with you. Even the simple things make me happy."
"Have you never dated anyone else before or something?" Klaus said while giving me a suspicious look. I puffed out my cheeks in annoyance and looked the other way. "Hm. Bingo, huh?"
"Sh-Shut up! It's not like I've been here all that long, or that there's a ton of available guys back in Reitz! Besides, I'm not super pretty and god knows I'm not popular. What does it matter anyways?" I finished snappily, still not looking at Klaus. Oh man, that's embarrassing… He'll probably make fun of me for it now!
"No… Actually, I'm glad."
"Huh?" I stopped, and Klaus did as well, turning to face me. Slowly, a small smile spread across his face, lighting it up like a glorious blaze.
"It means I'll be your first man." He squeezed my hand, and once again I was getting lost in his eyes.
"First…?" I said softly, my very voice carried away by the wind.
"First, and last." My eyes widened while Klaus' smile did the same.
"O-Oh…"
"Hm." He chuckled and rested one of his big hands atop my head, ruffling the hair there. A shy smile took its place upon Klaus' face, one which I hoped to see more of in the future.
"Klaus…?"
"Yes?"
"Thank you." For being with me. My face was rapidly heating up, so I didn't quite get to finish voicing my thought. However, I felt that my meaning was conveyed properly. Klaus squeezed my hand as he began walking, looking at me just out of the corner of his eye.
"I haven't done anything to be thanked for. I'm here because I want to be." At that, I smiled, grasped his hand tightly in return, and skipped alongside Klaus all the way to the auditorium.
Being so early in the morning, the academy was empty of students. Klaus pushed open the heavy auditorium doors then ushered me inside. He kept the door open but didn't come inside himself, and my spirits fell just a little. He couldn't stay.
"...It's almost time." I fidgeted with my hands. I still wasn't overly nervous, but… It would be nice not to be alone.
"Yeah... I know." I replied, my voice small. I looked over my shoulder, to the stage and at the glass windows with sunlight pouring in through them. I came here on my first day… This is where Klaus and I met. The windows really would look lovely with stained glass in them…
"Hey." My chin was caught between a thumb and forefinger, gently directing my gaze back into violet eyes. "When it's over, come to the prefects' office… No matter what the results may be. Got it?" I nodded my head. Klaus smiled. "You'll do fine. All that training made sure you were ready for this day." He plopped his hand down on my head again.
"Oh! Before I forget…" I held up Bazoo, who was still sprawled awkwardly out all over my hand. "I don't think I should keep him with me for this… Could you watch him?" I smiled hopefully at the man. Bazoo ribbitted, and Klaus looked down at the toad with only slight disgust.
"...Fine. But you're taking him back as soon as I see you." He took Bazoo into one of his much bigger hands.
"Ick. I can't believe you'd leave me with this disgusting creature." I laughed lightly at Bazoo's comment, but he curled up instantly to go to sleep.
Then, Klaus spoke, lowering his voice as if to make sure that not even the echo of the room could catch his words.
"No matter what happens, I'm not letting you go."
"Klaus…" A soft kiss was planted on my forehead, making me feel warm and fuzzy all over.
"I'll see you after it's over." With those final words, Klaus turned away and the doors closed with a thud behind him.
"It's about time." The sound of shoes clacking against the floor resounded throughout the large room. I turned to see who it might be, and saw Professor Schuyler approaching, the usual slight scowl upon his face. "Good morning, Jaycee." I nodded to him in acknowledgement.
"Good morning, Professor."
"It is time for your Judgement." He stopped a few feet from me, seemingly waiting for a response.
"I am ready."
"Very well. Follow me."
"Yes, sir." We walked in silence to the far end of the auditorium, and stopped when we were beside the podium standing in the center of the stage.
"Stand in front of the podium."
"Okay." As soon as I had taken my position, Headmaster Randolph appeared from backstage. In his hands he carried the Scale of Judgement. I smiled slightly. I remember bowing and apologizing to that thing… Hopefully it remembers that. After he had placed the magical item delicately upon the podium, the Headmaster addressed me.
"The preparations for your Judgement are complete, Jaycee. Let us begin."
"Yes, sir." Doubt began to rise up in me like a serpent, but I swallowed it down. I've grown so much. I'm ready for the answer now.
"Please hand over your Acceptance Letter."
"Sure…" I handed over the Acceptance Letter, and remembered it's nasally, sarcastic voice in my head.
"I'm honestly surprised that someone like you made it this far… Well… I think you'll be okay."
The headmaster held the letter gently upon his palms.
"Oh, Scale of Judgement…" Headmaster Randolph spoke, his voice reverberating throughout the room. The Scale seemed to awaken with at first a dull glow, before it began to shimmer and shine. "This Jaycee Razwell you shall hereby judge to be a rightful student or not. Reveal your judgement now!"
The Scale shone even brighter, and the Acceptance Letter slipped out of the headmaster's hands like a fish, stopping to float in front of the Scale.
"Now, Jaycee. Hold out your hand."
"Yes, sir." I held my hand up, in front of the Acceptance Letter and above the Scale of Judgement. When I did, both the items began shining so brightly that it blinded me. Blasts of wind coming from the magical power blew my hair wildly around. Although I couldn't see it, I could hear the clattering of the Scale just in front of me. And then, with a dull, low sound, I knew it was happening.
My fate at the academy was being decided.
I squinted open one of my eyes, trying to see past the light-
Clack!
Suddenly, the light still beaming through my eyelids ceased. My eyes opened, and I blinked a few times to rid my vision of spots. And there in front of me, the right side of the scale was laying heavily against the podium even without anything in it. I quickly looked to the Headmaster for some sort of answer.
"Sir-" He held up his hand to silence me, and then the flickering of light coming from the Acceptance Letter caught my attention. I stared hard at the thick parchment, until I saw the word 'provisional', in every place it was used, fade away. "Ah!" It's light slowly dimmed and the Letter floated down into my hands.
This means that-
"Congratulations, Jaycee!"
"Congratulations." I looked back and forth between the two, my eyes getting wider and wider until I'd started swinging my arms at my sides and bouncing up and down.
"Jaycee, from this day forth, you are an official student of Gedonelune Royal Magic Academy."
"Eeeek!" I screamed in excitement, before leaping towards the Headmaster and embracing him suddenly. He jumped in surprise, but wasn't as shocked as Professor Schuyler was when I hugged him as well. I pulled away quickly, blushing, and clutched the Acceptance Letter to my chest.
"Hahaha! Don't look so angry, Conrad! Jaycee, this must be wonderful for you!"
"Yes, it is sir! Thank you so much for everything!"
"I was not the one who decided. This is a result of all of your hard work, Jaycee. During your trial, you endured and overcame many obstacles and hardships. More so than the average provisional student, I'd say." The Headmaster added with a wink. "As a result, you have grown immensely. Don't you feel that way as well?"
"I do, I really, really do!" I clutched the letter even more tightly in my hands. Now that a few moments had passed, I was suddenly thinking about Klaus, what I'd say to him, being with him, kissing him all the time. Man, I really hope that I can leave soon!
"Just like I said when you first came here, Jaycee… You should know that what you see isn't everything."
"Yes." Just like Klaus wasn't as harsh as I thought he was… He's honest, and trustworthy, and even though he's tough on me I know he wants to help! Come on, hurry up, Headmaster!
"Remember, there are infinite varieties of wizards in this world. Each wizard brings something new to the table."
"Yes!" I'm going to be a great tamer someday, that's what I'll do! I was bouncing on the balls of my feet, itching to leave…
"And I am sure that your magic will be a wonderful contribution to the world. As such, I hope we can support you on your journey."
"Thank you so much sir! I will always do my best!"
"Now, Jaycee, let me ask you once again…" I nodded to him in encouragement, grateful that he was telling me all of these things, vitally important I'm sure, but seeming so insignificant in the moment. "What does magic mean to you now?"
I swallowed. The question was deeper than I thought it would be, and I definitely wasn't in the mindset at the time… I took a deep breath to calm myself and think about it. The question was just so broad though, and I really didn't think that magic meant just one thing…
"Well, Headmaster Randolph, to be completely honest I don't think that magic means any one thing. To me, anyways. And I'm still finding out all those things."
"I see…"
"I still have so much to learn and experience. There are so many things I have yet to try! That's why my answer is the way it is." The Headmaster grinned.
"Very well, Jaycee. Your answer is your own. No one can tell you if you are right or wrong. Now go, Jaycee. There is a new door for you to open. Your future awaits." I grinned brightly, already turning around and beginning to run.
"Thank you!" I nearly ran smack into the auditorium doors, cursing their weight as I heaved one open and sprinted through the grounds with only one destination, one face in mind.
I was panting but grinning, and when I finally made it to the prefect's office I burst through the door. Klaus was sitting at his desk looking over papers as usual, and glanced up through his glasses when I appeared.
"Klaus!"
"Haven't you ever heard of knocking?" I hardly listened to Klaus at all, and instead barrelled towards him before flopping down on top of the Prefect in his chair. "Hey! What are you doing?" I buried my face into Klaus' shoulder, my cheeks beginning to hurt from all of the smiling. I looked up into my Buddy's face.
"Sorry! I was just too excited!" I saw the side of his mouth twitch up into a smile, but it quickly disappeared as Klaus attempted to keep his face straight.
"Congratulations." I giggled.
"You can tell?" Klaus shook his head, and looked back over to his desk despite me being practically in his lap.
"Are you an imbecile? Who would come rushing in here smiling like an idiot if they didn't pass?" I pouted at Klaus, feeling annoyed that he couldn't just let his saltiness go and be happy for me.
"Fine. Then I'll just go to class early." I stood up, looking away and was about to leave the room. I was stopped when Klaus grabbed me by the wrist.
"What are you leaving now for?" Without looking at him, I pulled my hand away and crossed my arms, doing my best to look upset.
"You could at least act happy for me. We're a couple now, aren't we? And now that we're sure that I'm even staying at the academy…"
"Sheesh, I said congratulations, didn't I?"
"You didn't sound excited at all!"
"What?" I heard Klaus sigh behind me. "You are so picky…" I didn't respond to his comment, but patiently looked at the wall of his office, waiting. "For goodness' sake…" I heard the weight lift off of the chair, and felt Klaus' large presence behind me. A small tap indicated that he must have taken his glasses off and placed them down on his desk. I heard yet another sigh, then stiffened as Klaus walked around to face me.
I was captivated by his violet eyes. Like an ocean full of amethysts.
"Congratulations, Jaycee. You've finally made it. You are now an official student of Gedonelune Royal Magic Academy." I had expected him to sound sarcastic, but instead he sounded sincere. I smiled.
"Thank you. I feel so honored. And… a lot of it is because of you." I smiled shyly up at him.
"Of course it is. There's hardly any other way of looking at it."
"Ah…" That's… Modesty must not be in his vocabulary… Well, I guess that's Klaus for you.
"This isn't the end though. I'm going to whip you into shape."
"...What?"
"Starting tomorrow, you will continue cleaning, helping me, and training just like you have been."
"Why?! I thought the trainings were only until I passed!" I stuck my lips out in a pout, and Klaus raised an eyebrow.
"When did I ever say that? You thought that all on your own."
"Awww… I thought that I was free…"
"Free from what, exactly?" Klaus crossed his arms and leaned over me, smiling scarily. I backed up, only to hit his desk. "Don't forget, we're still Buddies, little Bunnyhead. If your grades are poor, they'll hurt my future. I can't let you slack off now that you've gotten in." Grimacing, I chewed on my lip. "It's going to be tougher now than ever before. You better be ready for it, Bunnyhead."
"W-Why do you have to keep calling me that?" I said in a whiny voice.
"Have a problem with it?" I crossed my arms once more. I could hardly keep a straight face around him.
"Maybe I'll just wear my hair differently then! You won't have any reason to call me Bunnyhead anymore." I watched curiously as Klaus frowned at me.
"Wait."
"What?" He reached out one of his large hands, catching hold of one of my pigtails and running his fingers through it.
"Leave it like this." My expression softened, and I let my arms fall down to my sides.
"Why?"
"Just leave it. It's fine. I love the way you are. I fell in love with you while you looked like this." My own eyes widened, hypnotized by the way Klaus was looking at me so normally, as if what he had just said was anything normal.
"I… Um… Thank you. I'm… glad to hear that." Ick… I'm cringing at myself. I can't wait to get over this awkward stage… Why am I the only one having it?
"Don't get me wrong…" Klaus smirked and I braced myself for whatever he was going to say next. "I never said that you were cute or pretty." My shoulders slumped down and I gave Klaus an 'oh really' look.
"You're awful."
"Though I must say, those angry and bothered faces of yours are both funny and charming."
"Wha-! Not fair!" Klaus chuckled, shaking his head.
"Since you got in, it also seems that I'll be able to stay here as a Professor after I graduate."
"Oh yeah! That's great!" I grinned, clapping my hands together excitedly.
"Yes."
"You've always wanted to be a teacher, haven't you?"
"Yes. However, there's just one problem…" I frowned, and waited for Klaus to continue while looking expectantly up at him. "What's going to happen when I become a professor here?"
"Um, well, everyone will get to experience just how brutal you can be." I told Klaus hopefully, smiling. He, however, did not look amused.
"...Your foolishness always manages to exceed my expectations."
"I don't know what you're talking about, that's completely true!"
"Not that. We…" Klaus trailed off, something unlike him, and sighed. "I'll be a professor, and you'll be a student." I blinked, taking a moment to think over that reality. When I finally realized what that might mean, I gazed up at Klaus with wide, worried eyes. "It's going to be rough to be in a relationship when we're like that."
No… But we just found each other… I felt something awful and scared stirring in the pit of my stomach.
"D-Does that mean we'll have to-" Klaus interrupted, scowling angrily.
"Hey. I told you that I'm your first and last. I'm not going to let you go, ever… You have no right to say 'no'." Klaus finished, quieter than before. He reached out and gently took one of my hands in his, rubbing his thumb over the back of my hand softly.
"What will we do then?"
"Well, you'll just have to skip some grades in order to graduate with me. Then you can become a professor here as well."
"Me? Teaching here as a professor?!" The side of Klaus' mouth twitched up.
"Doesn't that sound fun?"
"What?! Are you crazy?!"
"You could teach all the magical creature courses you wanted. How does that sound?" Klaus wrapped his arms around me, pulling me close. I had my hands up against his chest, flustered from this conversation.
"What do you mean, 'how does that sound'?! How am I going to skip a grade?!"
"With my special training, perhaps… Well, even with my help it would take a while longer for you to graduate… I'll just have to wait for you." Klaus sent me a charming smile, entrancing me instantly.
"Klaus…" Then without warning, Klaus grabbed me beneath my knees and hoisted me up into his arms. "W-Woah! Wha-What are you doing?!" I clung tightly to his neck as Klaus headed towards the sofa. My heart pounded with our sudden contact.
"I can surely wait for you to graduate, but I won't be so patient for other things…" Klaus sat down with me on his lap. I still clung to him helplessly.
"Y-You can't make me do anything!" Shouting defiantly, I still held onto his shirt like a child, there in his lap with no escape.
"Oh? How cute. You think you have a choice in the matter." I squirmed in his grip, but Klaus held me tightly, pulling me in closer and closer.
"H-Hey… Klaus-"
"Shh…" I shut up then. Klaus' violet eyes closed as his lips approached mine.
It wasn't a bad thing to give in to him sometimes.
He kissed me surprisingly softly. The heat exchanged between us seemed to travel throughout my entire body, and I couldn't get close enough to him. The kiss lasted barely a moment, and I was disappointed when he pulled away. The cool air of the room brushed against my lips, a refreshing but dismal reminder of our ended kiss. Klaus' forehead skimmed across mine, coming to rest against mine. His golden hair was tickling me, but it was so soft and cute that I let it be.
Klaus finally opened his lapis lazuli eyes, staring deeply into mine. They were like gemstones, glittering and full of deep love… I didn't think that I could look away even if I tried.
"I love you…" My eyes widened immensely as I gasped suddenly. I-I guess I can look away. I thought as I averted my gaze from his impossibly sincere one. I was incredibly embarrassed and hated it. I was so new to all of this and so in love with Klaus that I couldn't help it. Not yet at least.
"Look at me, Jaycee. If you don't listen to me, I'll pin you on the bed." My face flushed red.
"D-Don't say that!"
"Oh? You think I'm joking? This is my office. No one is allowed in unless I invite them. No one will come to help you even if you scream." Klaus whispered close to my ear, holding me firmly in place. Then he nipped at my earlobe causing me to squeak in surprise. Klaus chuckled amusedly at my reaction.
"W-We can't yet! I-I'm…"
"Huh? So, you know what we're going to do now?"
"D-Didn't you hear what I just said?!"
"Hm. Your troubled face is really cute." Klaus chuckled in that deep voice which made me shiver, and the feeling was further intensified by him caressing my cheek with long fingers.
"Stop teasing, Klaus…"
"We're alone now. Why don't you be more romantic?" Klaus nudged my cheek and I froze at what nearly sounded like him pouting. Or the closest he could possibly come to it. "Call me something else, Bunnyhead."
"H-Hey…"
"Come on. Anything more special."
"Now?"
"Right now."
"Eek!" Klaus nipped at my ear again. I could feel him smirking against my skin.
"I'm waiting…"
"F-F-Fine! Demon! Golden Demon!"
"Golden Demon?"
"Y-Yes! 'Cause of your pretty hair and your awful personality, alright?!"
"Pff… You're incredibly adorable." He smirked, leaning in so close that I thought he was going to kiss me again. My fingertips tightened around the nape of Klaus' neck as I got more and more excited, waiting. His lips brushed against mine, not quite touching though, and Klaus whispered gently to me. A serious expression replaced his playful one.
"I'm not giving you up. I won't let you go. I don't ever want to see you with another guy. You understand?" Despite his possessive attitude I smiled giddily. I knew how Klaus was by now. And… he cared a lot.
"Yes." I answered without hesitation. The Golden Demon smirked, and stroked a hand through my hair.
"I'm terribly jealous. I hope you're ready for it." My smile widened generously, and Klaus had only to lean in the tiniest bit before he gently placed his lips upon mine once again. I practically melted against Klaus. I was hoping that he'd deepen the kiss, since I really had no idea as to how to do that myself, but then he pulled away again.
"You're about to be late. I suppose I should let you go now."
"Nooo," I clutched tightly to Klaus' shoulders, sticking my lip out. I should have taken him up on his offer to skip yesterday… The side of his lips twitched up into a smirk, but he still pushed me gently to my feet.
"If you'd like, we can continue this after classes. Now though, you need to get going."
"Fine." I grabbed my bag from the floor, where I'd thrown it earlier, and fixed my hair. "Bye, Klaus." I looked back at him, staring at me. Our goodbye was amateurish, but I was okay with that for now.
"Goodbye. Don't forget to come here after class."
"I won't." Just before I walked out the door, I smiled at Klaus as best as I could. Then I headed to class.
Yukiya was there staring out the window as usual, but today his wolf was lying across his feet underneath the desk. Elias was there, looking like he was trying to talk with the blue haired boy. Yukiya didn't look very interested. Luca was there as well, and grinned at me as soon as I walked in the door.
"Hey, it's my favorite Jay!" I gave the troublemaker a playfully disappointed look.
"Look who finally showed up to class."
"Aw, com'on. I really did forget, ya know?" I shook my head but smiled, before taking my seat.
"Razwell, congratulations." I looked up at Elias, who was smiling down at me. "You're here, so that must mean you passed the trial." Grinning, I nodded excitedly.
"I did!"
"Congratulations, Jayce." I heard Yukiya say from behind me. I turned around and thanked him as well, until Luca blocked my view, putting his arm around my shoulders.
"I knew you could do it, babe. And now we can hang out all the time!" I raised a suspicious eyebrow at him, promptly removing his arm, and turning back around.
"Yeah, yeah. But don't call me babe." It's for your own survival. I added in my head. Nobody knew about Klaus and I yet. I wasn't even sure if he wanted people to know, especially since once he graduated he'd be a teacher.
The bell rang then. Elias went to go back to his seat, but the teacher hadn't arrived yet and I stopped him.
"By the way Elias, Klaus needs to talk with you after school." The blonde boy gave me a perplexed look.
"What about?" I answered only with a smile, and by then Headmaster Randolph had come into the room and Elias had to go back to his seat.
Class seemed to fly, and by lunch I was more than ready for them to be over. I knew that I would just be working and training when I saw Klaus after classes. I still couldn't wait though.
After school, I walked with Elias to the prefect's office. I was set on having Klaus explain about his being in the detention center, he'd never do it himself.
Once we'd made it the the prefect's office, I pushed the door open excitedly and called out.
"Hi Klaus!"
"Don't you know how to knock?" Klaus glared at us from behind his glasses, but I ignored him and put my bag down. I bounded over towards Klaus and stood beside him, before turning to face Elias.
"Klaus, I think that you have something to tell your brother." Both Goldsteins gave me dubious looks, and an uncomfortable silence ensued.
"What are you talking about?" Klaus said. I puffed out my cheeks in annoyance.
"You need to explain to Elias about your detention chamber adventure." I gave Klaus a look and motioned towards the boy standing in front of us. Klaus glared at me again, but stood up and removed his glasses. Wow. He's actually listening to me for once! Klaus stood beside me, then wrapped his arm around my shoulders.
"Elias, Jaycee and I are a couple now, so you'd better not get too cozy with her. You know very well that you wouldn't live to see the sun rise again." Almost in sync, Elias and I's faces turned excruciatingly red. Klaus of course, was smirking pridefully.
"K-K-K-Klaus! That isn't what I meant!"
"Y-You two are dating?!"
"Yes, little brother. That is what two people do when they're in love." I buried my face in my hands, refusing to look Elias in the eye.
"I-In love?! I can't believe this! B-But Jaycee's so… so…" Elias' voice faded away as Klaus' gaze hardened at him. The younger brother gulped nervously. "W-Well good luck to you two, but I have to get going!"
"Wait, Elias-"
"Goodbye!" He was gone before I could stop him. I turned towards my Buddy, who was looking awfully proud of himself, and put my hands on my hips.
"That wasn't nice of you." Klaus scoffed and sat back down at his desk.
"Since when do I want to be nice?"
"You were supposed to tell him about the whole Azusa thing!"
"Quit your whining. I'll tell him eventually. I'm much more concerned about letting all of your," Klaus made a face like he'd tasted something disgusting. "Friends know that you and I are now lovers." I frowned at him. I didn't understand what he meant.
"Why did you say it like that?" Klaus looked at me and shook his head as he put his glasses back on.
"You're so naive, Bunnyhead." Scrunching up my nose I turned away and went towards the coffee table. There were a few books there, along with a stack of files and documents. I sat down and took up the task of sorting through the files and documents, seeing which ones would need to go to the reference room, the Headmaster, or stay here in the prefect's room.
"What are you doing?"
"Cleaning up. What does it look like I'm doing?"
"How cute. My little Bunnyhead knows exactly what to do. I've trained you well." I glared up at the Golden Demon. His chin was resting on his hand as he stared lovingly at me. But more in a look-what-I-did, or a prideful, kind of way. I stuck my tongue out at him. "Don't be so childish."
"I'll be as childish as I want." Silence fell then as we worked. I found it a little too quiet, and began to hum quietly, trying not to disturb Klaus. Once I'd finished organizing the documents, I stood to put them away. Klaus immediately turned away. I stopped momentarily, giving him a quizzical look, but he ignored me. Was he… watching me? I smiled slightly, then put the documents away.
"Klaus, I'm going to put the rest of these papers away."
"Alright." I gathered up the folders and turned around, only to nearly run into Klaus standing behind me. His jacket was now on and his glasses gone.
"What are you doing?"
"Escorting you, obviously."
"Um, why?"
"I need people to see us together." I raised in eyebrow in surprise.
"So does that mean that we're telling people about our relationship?"
"I've been thinking about that, actually. I don't mind if, as I said, that your friends know about me. However, I think that it would be for the best that we not flaunt ourselves." I nodded, disappointed but understanding.
"Alright. I understand."
So, Klaus and I made are way to various places around the academy. It was boring, yet oddly satisfying. Of course, Klaus promised me that tomorrow, out special training would begin again.
That night I had to explain everything to Amelia. Thanks to her many interruptions and 'aws' over Klaus and I, it took a very long time. I didn't mind though. She was happy for the both of us.
To end the night, I finally wrote that letter back to the townspeople back in Reitz, recounting my journey here. I left out… a certain few parts about Azusa, and maybe my stupidity, and the more intimate moments, but I told them that I would be staying at the academy, and that I missed them.
I went to sleep, wondering about all that this life now had in store for me.
It was pitch black. I could see nothing. The only way I could determine time and space was the screech of something chasing after me. I ran and ran, I couldn't stop. My throat was raw from panting. My eyes stung from tears. Branches of shadow that I could not see tore at my clothes, attempting to hold me back.
"Klaus!" The noise which erupted from my throat was little more than a hoarse whisper. But just as every time I had called his name before, I heard an answer from far away.
"Jaycee?! Where are you?! Help me!"
"Klaus! I-I can't! It's so dark!" I endlessly spun in circles. He was screaming for me. The pain in his voice was needles under my skin. Every time he called out for me, guilt ate away at my sanity.
I was going to throw up. Suddenly though, I fell to the ground. Instead of getting back up to face the darkness, I curled up and tried to block out the cries.
As if I could hide from the dark, I closed my eyes. As if I could prevent myself from hearing the man I love tortured, I pressed my hands so tightly over my ears that I shook.
"As if you can hide from me…." Something hissed into my ear. I began to scream as invisible tendrils wrapped around me, turning me to face what had been chasing me this entire time.
Azusa. Azusa as some gruesome, humanoid version of his own monster. His eyes were gone, gouged out. In their place was blood and black holes. Instead of fingers he had shadowy claws. His grin was sickening. I whimpered as his claws dug into my shoulders. I was powerless. Klaus was dying, and so was I.
He opened up his mouth, and from it came an eerie shriek. It opened up, swallowing Azusa's entire face until that black hole was all that was left. The shriek turned into a roar of wind, matching my own scream-
"Jaycee!"
"Ahhh!" I flew out of my bed, breathing wildly. Amelia shrieked, jumping back away from me before returning to my side.
"Jaycee, are you alright?!" I looked wildly around the room and pulled my blanket around me tightly. He could be anywhere watching me and trying to hurt me and I couldn't stand the dark.
"T-Turn on the lights, please!"
"O-Okay!" Amelia waved her wand, illuminating the room instantly. "Jaycee, you were screaming in your sleep! What happened?"
"S-Sleep?" It… It was real though! I felt it! I shrunk back into my sheets, next to my roommate. She wrapped one of her arms around me protectively. It was then that I sniffed and reached up to feel my cheeks. They were wet.
"Jaycee? Jaycee! Please, talk to me!" I could hear footsteps in the hallway, most likely hurrying to our room. My body shook uncontrollably. The fear controlled me like a scared, beaten dog. I didn't think I could answer Amelia without weeping.
I thought it was...over. Why… Why did it have to come back to haunt me?!
October 20th
Day 13 Of 13
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