Bonus Episode
The train ride from cherryton academy to Inaba was a long ride. An arctic wolf stepped out of the train as he wore brown polo with matching shoes and black pants. As the wind blow against his fur, he finally had the courage to take his first step. Inaba...This is his home town...he was not sure about this. It was like this place was depressed. There almost no one walking about just silence...
It was really uncomfortable for him, not a single herbivore or carnivore at sight just crickets making sounds at night. Pulling his phone out, he opened the messaging app as he read the text. It was his parent's home address as he pinned the address to his map, it told him where to go. As he looked up, he began to walk with his phone.
He was really nervous and excited to see Mira again. He knew it's her summer vocation as well. In fact, it started 3 days before his summer. Being July, school starts again in August, meaning he had a full month to himself. A full month of rest...No homework or tests to worry about, no working, and more importantly no adventures to go on. That last adventure made his back hurt, not that he carried anything. But it was just like a roller coaster ride down from the earth core.
Walking through the darkness, Leaf opened his map and he appeared to arrive at the location. Looking around, he didn't see the house that had the address, but a house not too far from him had its light opened. The other buildings had there lights off, but this one stuck like a sore thumb. He began to walk at the house as he walked he noticed a small arctic wolf came out of the building and she was taking out the trash. That face was familiar...
As he smiled, he stuffed his phone in his pocket putting it away as he walked calling her name.''Mira!''He stopped in his track as he saw his sister turn to his direction. Leaf laughed at her expression, but she ignored the laugh as she screamed.
''Big Brother!''Mira took off in a full run as she jumped at Leaf's loving arm.
''You grew up didn't you?''Leaf asked.
''Your back!''Mira said as she squealed, ignoring the question. That caused the arctic wolf to laugh as he looks up, he could see that his parents were standing at the doorway. Leaf didn't show any expression as he stared at them. He looked back at his sister as he smiled.''Let's go! I have something for you.''
''You do?!''She asked. Leaf nodded as he pulled out a stuff pink teddy bear.''A teddy bear!''
''Yep. I spent most of the leftover money I had and bought you this.''The arctic wolf handed the pink bear to his sister.
As she took the bear, she couldn't be any happier.''Thank you, big brother.''Leaf nodded.
''Anytime, Now. Let's go, I got a lot to talk about.''
''Yay!''Mira grabbed her brother's paw as she dragged him to their house.
He smiled...He better makes this worth it...
Its been two days before his arrival, he somewhat got adjusted to the new house. The house itself wasn't fairly bad nor good. It was decent. It was a small house with a single level with two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen.
As the day passed, his sister wanted to play on the playground, which Leaf happily agreed to take her and watch her. His parents still had work and it was no problem for them to leave at any time, but they should be back before sunset. The arctic wolf looked down at his watch as it reads 1:34.
Leaf was waiting for his sister to come out of their room. As the door opened, he saw that his sister wore a small dress. He wondered what the occasion was. He also wore formal wears as he always wore a polo when he is going.
''Well, look at little miss princess here.''He teased, Mira giggled as she said.
''Don't tease me, Leaf.''
''Whatever you say, Princess...''
''Big Brother!''
''I'm just kidding! C'mon, let's go!''She instantly ran out the door, he shook his head as he followed after her yelling.''Don't run! the area isn't going anywhere!''
Mira had lead Leaf into the playground, Leaf isn't young anymore to be playing on the playground such as the swing, so he decided to stay back and watch her play with the other kids. A few hours have passed, Leaf was still in the bench by the time some of the kid's lefts probably to eat or something. Mira was left alone on the swing, Leaf stood up as he approached his sister.
''Want me to push you?''Leaf asked.
''Yes!''She shouted. Leaf smiled as he got behind her as he pushed her slowly. It was silent before his sister spoke.''Hey, Leaf?''
''Yeah?''He asked as he continued to push the swing forward.
''Why does herbivore hates us carnivore?''She asked. Leaf was taken back by the question, he also did experience, but it wasn't very long because from time to time either Legosi or Haru would come to his rescue or he defends himself. He wasn't sure if she was being bullied in school by the herbivore. He learned to be brave and stand up by himself back in the old days.
''Because everyone has their own point of view, Mira. Some herbivores think of us as killers, but some can be friends with us carnivore. It just depends on that herbivore if they're toxic or not. Now my question, were you bullied in school? because you are a carnivore?''Leaf asked she was silenced.''So, I'll take that as a yes.''He sighed as he got in front of his sister.''Don't listen to them okay? just ignore them. You are sweet and cute. Don't let the words get to you.''
''Thanks, Big brother...''She replied.
''Hey, no tears okay? C'mon, you wanna eat something?''He asked.
''I want omelet with fried rice!''
''So, you want me to cook? I am not a chief, Mira.''Leaf laughed, but the young wolf pouted that only made Leaf laugh harder.''Okay, Okay. C'mon.''
They were gonna go home for the day as they were walking, Mira happened to notice an ice cream truck.''Big Brother. Can I get an Ice cream?''Leaf looked at the parked ice cream before letting out a chuckle.
''Sure.''He handed her some 1,000 yen as he doesn't know how much an ice cream cost as the young pup ran to the truck. Leaf followed her as he laughed again.
As Mira got her ice cream, Leaf figured that he would also buy one as well. His sister bought a chocolate flavor ice cream, while he just went with the traditional vanilla ice cream. It was sweet and he is not to keen on eating sweet things as his sister does, but at times he tolerates it. As the duo walked back home, they were also chatting as well.
The sun was already setting down, the duo only arrived back home and they finished the cone as they were about to enter...his ears perked. He was hearing shouting. No doubt that Mira was also hearing the argument. The young pup whimpered as Leaf soothed her.''Dammit...there still fighting after all this?''He had just arrived from school two days ago, and they are already arguing?''Why won't they give up?''He glanced at his little sister in concern. This was gonna be a long night...
The day were sure passing by it's already august, nothing much has changed since the fighting. They still continue to argue at times and Leaf would drag his sister out to play to distract her, but this was slowly affecting the poor girl. It also came to mind that how was she handling this? he can't stand up to his dad. It was mostly his fault anyways, he was the one to always argue. Sometimes he would even come home drunk, and it worsens the situation.
Now that his dad wasn't home, and his mother has the day off. It was the perfect time to talk to her. He mostly hates his dad not his mother, while they might not be close. Leaf still cared for his mother deeply. He saw his mother drinking coffee on the table, it is the perfect time with Mira asleep.''Mom, can we talk?''The female turned to his son, and Leaf saw a bandage on her forehand. Leaf frowned as he let out a low growl.''You have to divorce him, mom. He always ends up hitting you!''
She sighed as she replied.''Honey, I can't. I love your father you know this...''
That turned his gears as he said.''Love? Love?! mom! that is not love! with the way that stupid bastar-''
''Leaf!''Leaf sighed, he hated when he can't swear.
''With the way he is treating you, he needs to go to jail! He might do worse! He certainly doesn't love you or us! I don't know why you stick with him.''Leaf grabbed his mothers paw.''Mom, please...explain. You know you still have Chase, Ven and me right? if you need money, we will lend you some. Anything to get away from th-''
''It isn't easy Leaf! Who will support, your education? what about Mira? I want to Leaf, but I just can't! I cannot ask my three lovely boys to lend me money. I want you and Mira to finish school...and I'm just a mess!''Leaf stayed silent as he stood up and went to his mother's side to give her a loving embrace.''I cannot...I cannot ask your two brothers to pay for your education.''
''Mom...We are family and family always help each other. You haven't even talked to Chase about it. You can't be sure about that...''
''No, honey...I need to endure it. For you and Mira's sake.''Leaf had the look of determination, he has the right idea.
Later that night, he was outside their house. His dad sleeping on the table drunk yet again. He dialed a number for the fourth time, he was getting frustrated. They finally picked up.''Ugh, What is it Leaf?''A gruff voice was heard. Born from their father's side, he ignored the annoyed tone.
''Hey, Chase. I know your bus-''
''I'm more than busy actually!''He heard something in the background it was a girl's voice, he chuckled.
''Don't get her pregnant now you hear.''Leaf teased, he knew his older brother had a girlfriend for 7 mounts now. It was funny to hear that his brother flustered from the phone or at least he feels like it.
''I'm didn't even proposed yet!''Chase retorted.''Ugh, whatever. What do you want?! it is not like you will call out of the blue to just check on me!''
''Hey calm down, mister musician with a hot temper.''Chase grunted.''I just wast to talk.''
''About what?''He asked.
''About...mom and dad...''The phone went silent.''Chase?''
''Huh? Oh, yeah...is she alright? I mean is she worse?''He asked in concern.
''Yeah, she is worse alright. Dad keeps arguing with mom, and beating her.''He replied. He could feel his anger rising. He heard a sigh as his brother replied.
''Damn...why the hell is she went that bastard anyway?! She should have divorced now! I mean right now!''He could hear the anger in Chase's voice.
''She is still with him because he can pay our education.''Again silence at the other end.
''That's it? If she can't pay it, then she should have called me! or Ven! he is a part-time worker after all!''Chase argued, Leaf let out a frustrated sigh.
''I know, Chase. But she didn't want to borrow any money from her beloved children. Dad's works for a high company of carnivores.''He let out a huff.
''That is still no excuse! she...she should have just called.''He said sounding defeated.''Still...want do you want me to do?''
''You need to lead mom some money that way she can get away I hope...Dad messed her up, and I'll convince her to file a divorce. We need to get Ven here also. He should also know.''Leaf said.
''I'll handle it. How much do you need?''
''About 4,000 if you can handle that amount.''Leaf said.''I'll get the money said through Union.''
''Understood, I'll tell Ven about it as well.''Leaf looked confused. He normally doesn't sound like that.
''Who are you, and what have you done with Chase?''Leaf asked.
''Oh, shut up.''The phone call ended, he chuckled as he went back inside.
Today was the day. He is leaving again, school starts tomorrow and he shouldn't be late. Mira school is starting today, so he was gonna drop her off to her school to say goodbye as well. He made sure he got everything, he adjusted his tie as he looked at the mirror, he still didn't wear the navy blue vest yet. But he still looked fine.
As he looked at his mom, he approached her.''Mom, I'll go now. Okay?''He said.
''Okay, Honey. Be careful.''Leaf went to Union yesterday to receive about 400,000.00 yens total. He got the envelope from his bag and handed it to his mother. She looked confused as she opened it she saw the money. Her eyes widen.''Leaf you...you didn't...''She looked at her son and saw the smirk.
''Yes, mom. I called Chase. He handed over 3,000 while Ven handed over 1,000 thousand. I told Chase about your situation and he got Ven involved. Now...the big question. Will you Divorce him now?''
She looked away.''I-I don't know Leaf.''
Leaf sighed.''Mom...Please it is for you. Chase called yesterday that he offered to pay for my and Mira's education. He is a famous musician, even Ven gonna help. Mom please...''She looked unsure...
''I'll...I'll talk to Chase, okay?''Leaf nodded.
''Call me tomorrow?''His mother nodded her head. Leaf nodded back.
''Okay, I'll go now. I'll drop Mira off. Love you, mom.''He hugged his mom.
She hugged back.''I love you too Leaf.''As they separated, Leaf left the house with his items. She looked at the envelope as she tightens her grasp as tears fell...
Going back to Cherryton was a tiring ride, but right now he was at the city where the meteor festival took place. He sat down on the bench as he messaged his brother. He was hoping that his mother was okay, and not being beaten right now. He stuffed his phone away as he looked around as he wore his blue vest, he stood up going to the next train, but he heard a voice.
''Look, who's here.''That voice was familiar, he turned around and saw a familiar-looking antelope. He frowned, he knew who he is. Clovis...but what is he doing here.''I'm surprised to see you here. Enrolled in this country.''
''What are you doing here Clovis? aren't you happy now? You have Allison in your clutches, no one getting in your way.''Leaf said looking at the antelope. He was his rival during his childhood all the way to junior high. This antelope was jealous because I was a sort of lover to Allison.
He glared.''Yes, and she lost her arm because of you.''Leaf closed his eyes as his ears fell.
''Look, I have to go if you don't have anything to say. I bid you farewell.''He walked away from the antelope, he didn't wish to speak about that ever again. As the arctic wolf boarded the train going to cherryton academy.
A/N: And there we go bonus episode on Leaf life. Right now this considered complete, but season 2 will be here as well. But right now I have other stories in mind, stories that are out of my comfort zone. Also, a special announcement A prequel to the story will be here called.
"Past Horrors"
This one tells about Leaf's story in the past. Yes, this will be a story that centers around him, not a parallel plot, don't worry though Leaf will be the storyteller. I won't focus on that story for now. I have one story in mind and I had it for a while.
Sorry, I couldn't post it. It was a very busy week, and the internet was also cut off. Exams and Clearance were also a pain. Another one also called corona Virus that dang virus, I hope you all stay safe.
See you in Arc 2
