The school bell rang and the noise of students echoed through the corridor. Sheyaan slung her old bag over her shoulder and Began walking out of the Classroom.
There was still a faint smile on her face. Again and again, the Same scene was replaying in her mind. how those goon-like boys who were making her cry suddenly ended up on the floor. turned into Roosters
. shouting Kukdu-koo.
Hehehe… they looked so strange. Sheyaan covered her mouth with her small hand. For the first time, she wasn't afraid of school anymore.
At the gate, Fangxi was waiting for her. When he saw Sheyaan, he became a little worried.
Sheyaan! Listen, I have to stay back in the school library for a while. I've participated in the 'international basketball competition,' and I need to practice a lot for it.
That's why I can't go with you. Fangxi pointed toward a black car parked nearby.
I've asked the driver to bring the car. You go home safely, okay? Sheyaan nodded innocently. Okay, Fangxi. You work hard. I'll go on my own.
The car started moving, and Sheyaan smiled while watching the dancing trees outside the window. But then, she started thinking again and said to herself.
Oh… yes, today school felt really nice, but Yang was troubling me, right? And I was about to fall… so how did I end up sitting on the seat?
Sheyaan kept thinking deeply, but nothing made sense to her. She said to herself
For the past few days, what is all this happening to me? Is there some ghost following me? Oh… no… no… that can't be possible. I'll tell Fangxi about this… Yes.
But she didn't know that a little distance behind her, from behind the dark glass of another expensive car, Zavian was following her every single moment.
Sheyaan's car stopped in front of the house, and her face suddenly turned serious.
There were people in this house who were always trying to betray her in one way or another. As soon as Sheyaan stepped inside, she saw no one around. She asked a servant softly,
Aunty… isn't my aunt at home? The servant smiled lightly and replied,
No, dear. Your aunt isn't home. She has gone out of the city for some work and will return by evening.
And yes, madam said that when you come back from school, make sure you eat properly.
Sheyaan nodded quietly.Okay… please bring my food. I'll go freshen up. The servant left. Sheyaan tried to walk inside quietly, but on the stairs, Lucy stood blocking her way.
The moment Lucy saw Sheyaan's new school uniform, her anger reached its peak. Looking very happy, aren't you? Lucy shouted.
You really enjoy roaming around in my dad's car, don't you Saying this, Lucy deliberately spilled the orange juice in her hand all over Sheyaan's uniform.
"Oh no! My uniform… Sheyaan's voice trembled.
What did you do? You ruined my uniform. Lucy shoved her bag hard, throwing it to the floor.
Nooo! My bag… what are you doing, Lucy. Sheyaan cried out. Books scattered across the lobby. Lucy threatened her coldly. I won't let you live peacefully in this house, got it. Hearing this, Sheyaan's heart shattered.
The pain was unbearable. Crying, Sheyaan sat down and began gathering her books. Just then, Manglong (Lucy's uncle) walked past.
He placed his heavy shoe on Sheyaan's notebook and crushed it as he walked away. Don't spread garbage here.
Manglong laughed cruelly. Sheyaan picked up the notebook with tears in her eyes, but the page was torn. Suddenly, an old nail pierced her finger.
A drop of blood fell onto the floor. Sheyaan wiped her tears… said nothing to anyone.
and quietly went straight to her room After freshening up, she went to the terrace.
There was a beautiful table and a swing decorated with lights. Seeing it brought her a little happiness at least here, she could sit peacefully and work.
Sheyaan loved the swing. She sat on it and started doing her homework, but her sobs wouldn't stop.
Again and again, she wiped her tears and whispered softly. Fa… Fangxi… when will you come…
Zavian is sitting on a chair in the large room of his penthouse.
In front of him, an ancient burning paper floats in the air. The Soul Contract. Zavian moves one finger through the air,
and from the tip of his finger, a red light begins writing strange words onto the contract. At the top corner of the contract, a massive number is written.
100,000,000,000 (100 Billion).
But Zavian's eyes move down to the lines still being written. As he writes, he quietly says
"2… 3… 4… 5…"
Zavian exhales coldly and mutters. Centuries have passed…
for centuries, I've been fulfilling the terms of this contract. This mountain of 100 billion souls is finally nearing its end. The target the Demon King set for this century
now has only 1,000 crore souls remaining. Once those 1,000 crore souls are complete, I will leave this world forever. and sit upon my true throne.
But until then…
He looked at the tattoo on his wrist, I must keep that girl alive, or I will disappear myself.
Suddenly, the black rose–shaped tattoo on his hand began to glow with red light.
Zavian immediately understood someone had troubled Sheyaan again. Zavian let out a light chuckle and said in a funny tone,
Oh man! Is this girl a human or a walking shop of sorrow. Every day, a new drama! I just turned them into roosters. should I turn them into monkeys now.
At that moment, Alisha entered the room..She looked very worried.
Zavian, there's a problem at my café. Some people come every day and tell me to shut it down. They keep harassing me.
They say my café is ruining the value of their café..Please, Zavian, help me.
Zavian looked at her with a cold expression and stood up from his chair. Alisha, I'll talk to you later.
Right now, I'm going to someone who urgently needs my help and she's currently sitting on a terrace doing her homework.
First. I'll check her. Life Support then I'll clean up the trash around your cafe Before Alisha could understand anything, Zavian vanished from there like a shadow.
When Alisha looked back, Zavian was no longer there. All of this felt a little strange to her.
Sheyaan was sitting on the terrace, doing her homework.
Suddenly, she felt the air turn cold. She turned around, and there in the darkness stood Zavian. He looked cool like a model, but his eyes were serious.
Crying again? Zavian said, sliding his hands into his pockets.
Honestly, if there were a crying competition, you'd win the gold medal.
Wiping her tears, Sheyaan asked,
Ho..how are you here?
Who are you?
How did you come onto the terrace like this? And how can you talk to me like this?
Zavian stepped closer and looked at her torn notebook. Then he spoke seriously, in his own self-centered way
Look, girl. I thought a lot about not appearing in front of you so soon. But I had no choice. I had to come. Sheyaan moved closer to Zavian and said, He..hey! I didn't call you here.
Suddenly, Sheyaan placed her hand on her mouth in shock. Wait! Are you a thief.
She quickly picked up a stick nearby and said, If you try to steal anything from my uncle and aunt's house, I'll call the police right now.
Zavian replied, Listen, girl. Stop this drama. Your tears disturb my powers,
and they make me restless. You are the reason I exist in this world. If you fall apart, my plan will be destroyed. Sheyaan looked serious and asked,
Who are you.
And how am I connected to you.
Zavian noticed the injury on her finger and said, Here, tie this on your hand. It was a small chain, with a flower hanging like silk thread. Sheyaan said,
Wh...why... should I take something you give me. Holding her hand, Zavian said,
Never remove this chain, understand? If you get hurt, the wound will disappear instantly. Its effect will last until you grow up. Sheyaan softly asked Again,
Who are you. Her voice was filled with innocence. Zavian replied irritably
You lost to a tiny injury want to become a businesswoman someday, right.
Then remember wounds given by enemies aren't bandaged, they're turned into weapons. Your crying makes me weak. And I hate weakness
Sheyaan stared at him in shock. Looking up at the sky. Zavian said Until 1,000 crore souls are complete.
don't even think about dying. Every breath you take belongs to me, and I don't tolerate damage to my property.
Zavian turned to leave. but Sheyaan grabbed his hand and asked,
Will you come every day. Zavian looked at her coldly and said,
Hmm… until you grow up, you are my priority. Saying this, Zavian stepped onto the railing,
looked at Sheyaan once, and jumped off. Panicking, Sheyaan ran to the railing. and looked down. She thought he had fallen.
But Zavian had already dissolved into the air and disappeared. Everything felt strange to her. Where did he go. she whispered.
Then a voice came from behind, Dinner is Ready. Here, Sheyaan, eat your food.
Sheyaan turned around to see the servant holding the tray. Eat quickly, okay. And the servant left.
Even after eating, Sheyaan kept thinking about everything. She stared again and again at the chain on her hand.
Zavian's words echoed in her mind. She picked up her pen
and started writing again… then softly whispered, Am I from another world? And am I his link… for some reason.