Hey guys! It is time for another chapter of Thorn's Legacy! So as you know, I have been complaining a lot about chemistry because it's the worst subject in the whole entire school right? Well I got a freaking 115 on the first test and today I got a 101 on the second one! So I have like a 97 for the first nine weeks. How the hell did that happen!? I don't know but I'm not complaining! Anyway, like I said, the POV changes every single chapter so I might just go with Asuna this time and get the part where her Mom is a bitch to her. Also bring Yuuki in the story sometime. I don't know when. But thanks so much for the support so far guys! We have 40 reviews so far so keep it up! Ands you guys voted for the city awesomely and the chapter will tell you who won. Because there is only 7 of them, all of your votes won't be included. You know. Please review and comment on the chapter, blah blah blah, finally thanks so much for reading the chapter and here it is!


Ch. 9

(Asuna's POV)

"Okay guys, start voting!"

Sugu told everyone at the table. A holographic screen appeared in front of all of our faces, along with the long list of candidates for our headquarters. Personally, I think that Tokyo is too easy a choice so I'm choosing Washington D.C. It might be just because I want to be in the White House haha. I have no idea what the others will pick but let's hope that they choose the one I'm choosing.

"God, this sucks."

Charles said as his bright eyes scanned the screen in front of him. Erin slapped his arm and shushed him.

"Shut the hell up Frog! I'm trying to think!"

And with that, we were all silent once again. It took about five minutes for every one to vote; shorter than I thought it would be. Sugu, being the vote counter, opened up another window in her menu and smiled.

"Okay. I'm going to go one by one. Kirito voted for Tokyo-"

"Tokyo for the win!"

He yelled. Sugu rolled her eyes and kept reading.

"I voted for Washington D.C because I thought Thorn would but he actually voted for Atlanta..."

She gave him a look and he laughed with a shrug.

"What can I say? I live in the South."

"Ugh! Whatever, Asuna voted for Washington D.C as well so that's two. Kirito don't even argue with her because you're just going to lose. Anyway, Sinon voted for Washington D.C, Arkady voted for Washington D.C, Erin voted for London, and Charles voted for Paris. So I can now announce that Washington D.C will be our official headquarters for the game. Good job guys! We get the fucking White House as our home base! I call the oval office!"

Sugu yelled as she ran to the window, broke through it, and jumped out of the window. Everyone except Kirito gasped and ran over to the window only to see Sugu slowly floating down to the ground. We all looked at Kirito and he stood up in a nonchalant way.

"Yeah, she created parachute yesterday."

He then walked over to the elevator and waved his hand at us.

"See ya guys, I have to continue working on my technology for Yui."

Oh no. Everybody is starting to leave and I'm going to be the only one left and it will boring...Or worse...Being alone with another person! Oh God the awkwardness! I better leave before this shit hits the fan! I ran over to the stairway and started running down it like my life depended on it. The others thought I was just crazy or something like that but I don't care! I won't be caught in that potential awkward situation! It took me a crap-load of time to get to the bottom but I did eventually. It was weird seeing New York City all lit up without anybody on the streets. It was just us but by the time we release the game, I'm sure it will be one of the most populated cities. I walked through Times square and smiled as I saw the giant visualized pictures on the buildings' walls. It wall finished and I'm so glad we did finish it because it was pretty tough. I can't remember how long it took though.

"Well...I think I should log off now...Mom might get angry if I don't..."

I told myself as I swiped my hand down. I quickly pressed the 'log out' button and my virtual reality body began to disappear. Now that I think about it, why didn't I just log out at the tower!? Maybe it's because my Mother is a conniving little witch who hates everything I do and I will do anything to delay seeing her. I mean seriously! She said I couldn't get on the game tonight because she thinks it destroys my brain! That is the whole reason why we had to vote on our headquarters earlier than it was intended. What kind of bullshit is that? I don't mean to rant but come on! Let me be!

"Ugh..."

I groaned as I woke up in my dark room once more. The room was cool so my breath came out in icy fog that disappeared into the atmosphere the minute I gave birth to it; just the way I liked it. I sat up in my bed and just sat there for a few seconds. I rubbed my eyes a bit and stood up with a groan. Turning the temperature up just a little, I looked into my closet for an outfit for dinner. Yeah, my Mom makes me wear an outfit for dinner and I only like then temp cold when I'm sleeping or dived in. Anyway, I finally decided on a nice long dress that leaned on the conservative side. I sighed before opening my door and walking out. My room is on the second floor of the house so I had to walk down a big-ass stairway. When I reached the bottom I noticed our maid opening the front door to leave. I felt the need to thank her for her service. It was about two hours more than she usually had to work so she was probably exhausted.

"Thank you so much, (name). I'm sorry you had to work late..."

I said sadly. The young woman gave me a smile and waved her hand.

"No. No. I'm happy to work for the extra pay Miss Yuuki. Goodnight to you."

She said before she left and closed the big mahogany door behind her. Turning my head to the left, I saw the candle light emitting itself from the dining room. I took a deep breath before entering the room. Inside, my Mother sat in her assigned seat drinking a glass of red wine. She had a very serious look on her face; however, her mouth showed no sign of emotion. She was the only one in there. Dad rarely made it to dinner since he was so busy with work and all.

"You're late by five minutes and thirty seconds..."

She said as I sat down in my seat. I muttered an apology and she turned her eyes to look at me. They always showed nothing but darkness in them for some reason. King of like Satan!

"I was dived in and I lost track of time..."

I said as I poked at my food. She noticed and gave me a look. I stopped and stared down at my plate. It was a plate of lobster, potatoes with broccoli, and shrimp. The dinner was always good and made really well but I always had to eat with her; my Mom.

"If you are late again, you will be suspended from getting on that sadistic invention."

I looked up at her.

"It's not-"

"Don't give me that Asuna. That thing tried to kill you and you still want to get on it. I swear, what the hell is going on in young people's minds today? Do you not realize that that...thing...has set you back mentally, physically, and academically. It has made you a year behind and they made you go to that God-awful recovery school. I looked at the teachers that work at that school and most of them don't even set the standard that your Father I require. It's absolutely humorous looking at their degrees. The school's a joke."

I glared at her every time she spoke a word out of that smart-ass mouth of hers. Everything she says is either negative or insulting and I'm tired of it. She treats me like a slave. And I knew I never had the guts to talk to her about it.

"It's a good school. I'm making good grades."

I said. She nodded and rolled her eyes.

"Yes, but again, it's not like the classes are from the Harvard curriculum. I have actually been looking at schools in the United States and Great Britain to challenge you more. These schools are top-notch and will make you more successful than your parents. It is your summer break now but I hope I can put you in a school before it ends."

She told me as she sipped more of her wine. I looked at her with widened eyes and I stood up from the table, suddenly not feeling hungry anymore. That was the last straw. There was no way I was letting her put me in another school; especially another school out of the country.

"But all of my friends are here! Kazuto is here! You can't-"

"Do you really believe that boy will make a good husband for you? Please. I researched him as well and he does not impress me."

"I don't care."

I whispered.

"What's that?"

She asked. I spoke louder this time.

"I said I don't care what you think! Did you ever think about how I feel about any of the things you have made me do over the years? First of all, I don't want to go to a different school. I do fine in the school that I'm at right now. I have friends, I make good grades, and I have a boyfriend. And that's another thing. Being in a relationship isn't always about the other person being the most successful person in the world. It doesn't matter how much money he has or if he makes better grades. The only thing that matters is that he treats me right and cares about me with all of his heart. I know you only married Dad for his money but I'm different!"

Well maybe I did have the guts to stand up to her. But once I started, I didn't start. Her face just showed pure shock as I yelled at her.

"I'm sick and tired of you always dictating every single thing I do! I'm tired of having to do all of the mindless stuff you make me do for your own political agenda. I mean seriously you even tried to set me up with three guys the last time we went to Kyoto for your business meeting! And you knew I was dating Kazuto! How dare you! Just because you're not happy with your life doesn't mean you have to make mine a living hell!"

I screamed as I walked out of the dining room.

"Asuna! Asuna! Come back here!"

She screamed after me but I didn't. And I knew she wouldn't follow me if I disobeyed her. She wasn't that kind of parent. I ran up to my room and locked the door. I slid down it and tears began to form in my eyes. I had finally told her off and I was glad to get it off my chest. But for some reason, something keeps telling me that I might regret it in the future...


And that is the end of the chapter! Yes, I am introducing the Mother Rosario Arc for all of you who just love that par of the show haha. Thank you all for voting in the poll and now you know who won. Washington D.C. was the winner so there you go! I wanted to wait at least a week before I wrote this so you guys could vote and vote you did! Thanks so much for doing that! Please review and comment on the story and tell me how I did! Finally thanks so much for reading this, I hoped you liked it, and I will see you next time!