Chapter 10: The Arrangement

Chapter 10: The Arrangement

Seeing the village chiefs granddaughter wasnt on the top of Dallions list. In fact, after what they had subjected him and his mother to, he didnt want to have anything to do with the entire Luor family. His previous self might have accepted the cruelty and arrogance as a sad fact of life, but the Dallion who had come from Earth, didnt.

The ring suits you well, the boy said. It was the first snarky comment he could make, only then noticing that the girl was actually wearing it.

Oh, err she paused. Possibly it was a trick of the light, but Dallion was almost certain he saw her face change color. Im not here for that The girl hid her hands behind her back.

Like all the Luor family she was straw blond, hair neatly combed in a braid over her shoulder. Her clothes were simple, yet elegant; improved at least twice and frequently mended, they were better suited on the pages of a fashion catalogue. As much as he disliked her, Dallion had to admit they stood well on her.

Gloria Luor, as distant memory suggested, was the chiefs second youngest grandchild. An awakened, like her brother, she was granted a special status in the village. Rarely lifting a finger to help anyone, she spent most of her time at her mansion. According to the local gossip, Aspior had actively been searching for eligible suitors for her hand, with the aim of increasing his influence.

Is everything alright, brother? Linner asked from the river.Diiscover new stories at novelhall.com

Its fine, Lin, Gloria answered in Dallions stead. Im just here to thank your brother for the ring he improved for me.

Concern remained written on the childs face.

Its fine. Dallion nodded with a smile. You just find that perfect pebble, okay?

Okay Linner wasnt entirely convinced, but still went back to what he was doing. Even so, he still shot a curious glance at the two every now and again.

I used to be like him once, Gloria whispered as she moved closer to Dallion.

Poor and afraid? Dallion couldnt resist.

Carefree and happy.

Yeah, must be difficult living in luxury. Getting everything you wish for he shook his head in faux pity. Must be really tough.

I make my own clothes, the girl said with an icy hardness to her voice. Its expected from me. But what do you know, youve only been awakened for five days?

Theres a way for you to breakthrough to your second level of awakening, and do it tomorrow, the girl whispered. However, youll have to decide now.

The last time Dallion had been forced to make an instant decision was when applying for college. At the time he hadnt been too thrilled by the prospect, wanting to enjoy another year of freedom before. His father, though, had given him an ultimatum: apply immediately or say goodbye to any associated financial support. Now, like then, the boy was presented with one option.

How difficult will it be? Dallion asked.

Nothing you cant handle.

And I suppose I mustnt tell anyone else about this?

That would be best.

Guess I dont have a choice, Dallion sighed theatrically. His performance seemed to have an effect, for the girl looked down, partial guilt appearing on her expression. What do I have to do?

Meet me here at midnight tonight. Make sure no one finds out about this.

That sounded like a trap if Dallion had ever heard one.

Okay. Then again, there were ways to spring a trap. Anything else.

No. Gloria turned around. Oh, and thanks for the ring, she whispered before hastily walking away.

Midnight tonight, Dallion thought. Things were getting interesting possibly too interesting.

Brother, brother! Linner splashed through the water running towards him. I found it! I found the perfect pebble.

Thats great! Dallion rushed to meet him. Give it here and let me do my magic.

And I found the perfect plan for tonight