PHASE 1: Reminisce

Years passed after that incident…

I haven't forgotten anything. Not a single bit.

The sun was shining brightly atop the vast blue sky. It delivered its vivid rays to brighten up everything under it. Countless people chattered ceaselessly while walking back and forth from the airport. Everything seemed to be normal. Indeed, today was a very pleasant morning. Contrary to that, a deep, disappointed sigh hovered over the main entrance of the airport.

"Errr… I hate this. I really do," she said at the end of her sigh, walking by the entrance as one of the airport staff enthusiastically opened it for her. She dragged her luggage along with her as she took a couple of steps forward.

"Good morning, ma'am!" greeted the staff who was struck with amazement by the girl's appearance. Her height can be estimated for more than 167 centimeters tall. She was wearing a black, skin-tight leather corset which evidently showed her beautiful curves and her ebony pants fitted her very well. Her outfit was matched by laced boots adorned with detailed Victorian patterns which lengthened below her knees. Contrary to her jet black outfit, her long, silver hair flowed straightly down until her slim waist.

She then made her way inside the door, bowing her head slightly to thank the staff. The airport was naturally filled with people but it seems that the number of passengers kept on increasing every month, the aerodrome was more crowded than usual. She pushed her way through the horde of people in order to get to the counter.

"Hey lady," a heavy hand landed on her shoulder. "Didn't your mother teach you how to fall in line?" The man gave him an agitated look; sure he was frustrated by the woman's mistake.

"My, my… I didn't notice there was a line because it was too crowded. I thought you were just gathered up here. I'm sorry," she scratched her head in embarrassment. Her apologies looked sincere but deep inside her head, she was cursing the man.

How dare you say that to me?! I'd love to choke you until you puke your innards out!

She stomped her way at the back of the line, holding her temper and trying not to start a commotion. Standing in the long line wasn't really a problem for her but her mood was slowly getting worn out because of that man.

I just hate dealing with this type of people.

After waiting for half an hour… Finally her turn came in, "How may I help you ma'am?" A nice-looking lady asked her. She looked at her and stretched her lips in a thin smile before she spoke.

"One ticket to York Shin City please," she happily replied at the employee. She reached for her wallet, took out an exact amount of money for the ticket she purchased and in return, the lady handed over a small piece of glossy paper to her.

Destination: Ringon Airport, York Shin City
Departure Time: 11:00 AM
Estimated Time of Arrival 1:30 PM

She read the contents of her ticket; it was exactly what she wanted. Hurriedly, the silver-haired maiden rushed to take a seat for she spotted a vacant chair just a few meters away. Being comfortably seated, she placed her things right beside her as she leisurely crossed her long legs. Looking around the airport made her bored, until she caught sight of the time: 9:13 AM – the huge clock east of her displayed proudly.

"Oh crap. I arrived too early," she said in disappointment. "I guess taking a nap would be best for now. After all, I haven't had any good sleep lately," she told herself. "Besides, there are still a couple of hours to wait before the blimp departs."

Her delicate hands went inside her pants' pocket, taking out a plain white handkerchief. She used it not to wipe her hands or anything else but instead, she used it to cover her face. "Of course, I don't want anyone to see my face while I'm sleeping," she thought, placing the white cloth on her face as she slouched on her seat. She slowly closed her eyes until she saw nothing but darkness.

After a few minutes, she then fell into a deep slumber.

"Die."

One word, three letters. Simple yet dominant. It was the word she couldn't forget even though she wished to. Images of the boy's face kept popping in her head every time she rests her eyes.

For the past few years I spent my life to train myself in order to compensate with that person's strength. I don't care if brutal skills aren't meant to be acquired by a woman like me, I need them.

I'm going to make him suffer like how he made me and my family experience. Both physically and emotionally. I'm going to return the favor to him ten times worse.

Whoever that person is, I'm going to hunt him down.

And if ever I die, I'll bring him to hell with me.

Consumed in her horrible dreams and thoughts, she was still silently sleeping despite her worst memories came back. It seemed that her mind was already used to it.

The clock's minute hand kept on moving without getting tired. Time was ticking endlessly, not waiting for her to wake up at the right moment before her flight. At present, the airport's clock displayed the current time, 10:56 AM. Four minutes before her scheduled flight.

"Attention! Flight destination: Ringon Airport, York Shin City. We request all the remaining passengers to proceed to Departure Lounge C immediately. The airship will depart in a few minutes. Attention! Flight destination: Ringon Airport, York Shin City. We request all the remaining passengers to proceed to Departure Lounge C immediately. The airship will depart in a few minutes."

The sudden notice traveled through the speed of sound.

"Hmmm… What?" she half-consciously uttered. "Ah, am I dreaming again? Oh shit. My flight!" Now realizing that she slept longer than what she intended to, she hastily stood up and swiftly gathered all of her things as she run to the direction of the departure lounge. People looked at her as she forced her way through, bumping the shoulders of several people who were blocking her path.

I'm sorry for not having the time to say sorry. I'm in a hurry.

Departure Lounge C – the huge sign drifted on the top of a clear glass door. "Finally! I made it in time," she mentioned while trying to catch her breath, panting in exhaustion.

"Flight to Ringon Airport, York Shin City?" a beautiful hostess asked.

Wiping off the sweat on her forehead, she responded, "Yes!"

"This way please," the nice young lady guided her to the airship. The moment they boarded the blimp, she noticed that all of the seats were already taken except for one. Meaning, she was the only one late for the flight. Indignant eyes stayed pierced at her as she leisurely walked her way to the empty seat. She released a rigorous sigh after positioning herself on the chair.

She then said to herself, "I'm starting to like this but I don't even know why I'm going to York Shin City. My intuition just tells me that there's something in store for me there." She timidly chuckled all by herself, making the person beside her think she's somewhat crazy.

After a few minutes, the airship took off in the vast blue skies.