
Entering the day that is completed, of course Clarkson must prepare everything carefully. He must not fail this time, which is why Tianna's role is so important.
He had given him enough time, and now the time had come. Tianna brought a small bottle to him, something he was looking forward to.
"On the first bucket you have to pass in that cave, drink it as soon as you enter" Tianna said.
"I understand" he answered.
Clarkson watched the liquid closely, making Tianna ask him.
"You don't believe me?"
"Your talent is not wasted, I just feel nervous because after a long time finally my opportunity came too" he said.
"Good, hope you succeed this time" Tianna said.
In this exam, eleven participants included Clarkson, every three years the selection was held with participants who sometimes did not change.
Most parents force their sons to pass, but the weight of the exam makes them sometimes fail in the first stage.
As Clarkson experienced, failing in the first stage was a disgrace that kept her on hiatus for a long time.
That's why when he gathered to listen to the explanation of the exam rules from the council there was a nervous feeling that became a nightmare, especially when his feet began to step into the cave.
"You're really Clark's coward" he muttered cursing himself.
Since Reinner's departure from the throne of the elders changed their concept of selection to be more dangerous, this was done in the hope that the new leader would have more power to protect his people.
In this first test all Clarkson had to do was get out of the cave safe, and the deadline he had was just before dawn.
The cave has been designed in such a way with a lika lukunya to make it difficult to pass through, also filled by some creatures that they will not meet outside there.
Luckily he had a connection with a councilman so he found a clue to get out of the cave quickly, now all he needs to do is defend against anything that attacks.
Aaaaaa......
Suddenly a shout shocked him, without even finding out he was already convinced one of the examinees had fallen. It was quite good for him because that way his rival was reduced, but on the one hand he also had to be more vigilant because it meant that the threat was getting bigger.
"I must hurry" he muttered immediately running.
But his steps came to a halt as soon as he saw a swarm of one clan creatures with an unusual motion, hustling, from his aura he could sense they were fellow vampires but strangely what they were doing in the cave as he was sure they were not examinees.
Clarkson tried to get closer, but she was still wary, as she tried to say hello, and suddenly one of them ran up to her and attacked.
Uh..
Clarkson who managed to dodge at the right time, in closer proximity now knows the creature is different. They're a failed product of Alabama making riots out there, apparently the council didn't destroy them instead making it a cave dweller.
Sets
Buk Buk Buk Buk
Aaaarrhgggghh
Brucks
One barrier he managed to collapse with just three punches, it surprised him a little because normally he takes a few more minutes to win.
"Tianna. you're working really well" he muttered, recalling the potion he had been drinking earlier.
Turning to the rest of the barrier Clarkson now confidently against them, on some occasions he did get a punch or kick that was strong enough but he managed to retaliate later.
Without exerting all his strength he managed to grow all the barriers without remaining, finally while the night was still going on he managed to get out safely.
The nods from the elders and the board members made him smile with satisfaction, after waiting until the time was up the board finally announced the number of participants who managed to advance to the next exam.
Impatiently giving word he immediately ran towards the headquarters, with a wide smile he looked at Tianna who happened to welcome him.
"I escaped" he said.
"I know you're too good to fail" he said.
Clarkson smiled and suddenly approached to give a tight hug, Tianna was quite surprised by it to almost fall on him but then he could adjust.
"Can you stop that? it's gross!" yulia was upset.
Without letting go of his embrace Clarkson asked.
"What's wrong?"
"He called you" Yulia replied as she turned around.
"Hhhh, wait a minute" Clarkson said with a sigh.
Tianna only smiled in response, whereas in his heart he was truly grateful that Yulia had come at the right time. Although he did not mind Clarkson's attitude but in fact when it lasted long enough it made him uncomfortable, all this time he was only tempting for personal interests not pleasure.
* * *
The last meeting in the mission of returning to the palace in the title, all the members present with mental readiness that has been forged.
Reinner distributed the ready-made potions while telling the latest news from Tianna.
"Maybe you'd be surprised to hear about this, especially you, but this is the truth and I have proof for everything" Reinner told Chad.
Chad was silent but his ears listened carefully.
"The person who slandered me, the person who stabbed and kidnapped Joyi and the mastermind behind the shooting of Ima was all done by Ballard"
"What?" ask Chad.
"I'll explain until you understand" Reinner said.
All that insubordination Reinner answered along with evidence that is quite strong, of course this makes Chad can not be complacent or doubtful. Knowing these problems arise from Ballard of course his blood boils quickly, Agler was enough to dissolve in his emotions because Ima's safety is also threatened in it.
"Now I'm going to split the task" Reinner said, seeing that his two sons had understood enough.
"We must save the captive Joyi and Jessa, it will be Jhon's duty while you must claim your right as Prince in the palace" he explained.
"I understand" Chad said.
"After Ballard's crime was revealed in the event of an uproar remember to signal to Shishio and Nick" he continued.
Chad and Agler nodded in understanding, so the explanation of the plan was resumed until everyone understood their respective tasks.
* * *
"It's for tomorrow" Tianna said after Clarkson returned.
"Thank you"
"What are you talking about?" tanyakanya.
"Oh he just congratulated me on my success, of course he also reminded me to be more careful so as not to arouse suspicion" he said.
"That's great" Tianna commented.
Gaining Clarkson's trust was apparently easier after his success, now without suspicion he received the potion.
The following night, Clarkson performed confidently, though her duties were even more strenuous.
The board will tell the participants to look for pets, may any animal that is important have fangs.
The purpose of this test is to see which ones are potential leaders, because maintaining in the vampire law sense is to teach how to fight.
As soon as the time had begun Clarkson rushed into the forest, as per Tianna's direction would choose the wolf as his pet.
Sounds easy but in fact it is difficult to find a suitable, of course because he wants a wolf with a stocky body full of muscles.
It took him hours until he finally found what he was looking for, the four-legged creature was resting under a tree with his flock.
Not willing to waste time Clarkson began to carry out his plan, waking the herd up for cooperation.
He was greeted quite well, some of the safest that had cornered him to the bite on his hands and feet. Everything was under control for a while before the Alfa finally exerted its power, it was troublesome indeed facing the herd.
As a result of interrupting their rest periods Clarkson had to suffer a few moments with some pretty deadly bites, but the suffering was finally over after he showed his strength.
Demonstrate who is really in power, demanding them to submit before their master.
The herd could only growl, bowing their heads in honor of its new master.
"Good boy" muttered Clarkson as she stroked the hairy head.
Leaving the miserable herd Clarkson only brought the Alpha alone to report to the council, when the other participants had obtained her pet so they began to complain about it.
Obviously in this case Clarkson won easily because his wolf had been given a potion from Tianna, this made his strength twice as great.
As in the previous rules, the exam was declared finished once dawn would arrive, because only three board participants now decide tomorrow is the final exam.
The three of them will fight each other in a ring that is witnessed by many people, who survive to the end then he will be the winner.
"That's great" Tianna commented hearing the news.
"You can get rid of two people at once without much of a plan" he continued.
"But of course it's not easy, I know them and in terms of fighting they're great"
"You got me, why worry?" tianna asked starting to put a subtle touch on Clarkson's shoulder.
It makes her feel better.
"Two exams you've passed well, you don't have to hesitate for this last one"
"Well, I believe you" Clarkson said.
He had gotten closer and stared intently with a suspicious smile, it made Tianna uncomfortable to move away quickly.
"Then let me prepare from now on" he said.
Clarkson gave a small smile, in fact she was eager to eliminate her fatigue to Tianna but she knew her current job was more important so she allowed Tianna to leave.
"I don't believe him" Yulia said after Tianna's departure.
" Argh. You're just jealous of him" Clarkson said, groaning.
"Why should I envy her?" yulia was offended.
"Surely because he's more useful, there's a lot he can do from you"
"Example?" yulia Molok.
"Satisfy me" Clarkson said seriously.
"Sorry sir, I'm a noble princess so I won't lower my pride just for dreamers like you"
"You're a princess right, but where is your power until someone else has to obey your will" Clarkson replied.
It made Yulia lose a lot, her nature that likes to monopolize others does not accept the fact that she is indeed worthless.
"In the end if he betrays us then this is all your fault, and when that happens I won't be next to you" Yulia said.
* * *
Chad intends to spend time with Ima after the meeting is over, but a message from Kyra makes her cancel that intention.
They meet at home, are safer and more comfortable to talk to. Don't bother Chad giving a can of cola to Kyra, it's better than thumb sucking.
"How's Aunt Violet doing?"
"He's good, the baby's developing so well that now he's always there for her"
"That's good" Chad said.
"Yeah... "
"So?" ask Chad.
"So. um. I want to ask you one more time about Hans" Kyra said with some hesitation.
Chad listened well.
"Did Hans really make the marriage a covenant for my salvation?" tanyakanya.
"That's what I heard from Agler"
"But the marriage is off, right? is... Tianna will take away my health again?" ask Kyra worried.
"Of course not, he's getting a good deal from dad so you'll still have your healthy legs" he said.
"Alright, that's good" he said.
There was a moment of silence, but it was clear in Kyra's mind that it was so crowded.
"Is something bothering you?" ask Chad.
"No, it's just that it makes me feel guilty to Hans" she admitted.
"She's been so good to me for a long time, she's everything's a friend and now knowing she's willing to sacrifice for me really bothers me a lot"
"I understand" Chad said, understanding Kyra's feelings.
"Listen to Kyra, can you please pass on my apology to her?"
"What's? what do you mean?" ask Kyra wonder.
"I had misunderstood Hans, the misunderstanding that occurred made me realize how noble his heart was. I still can't forgive the Hermes family completely because Jack killed my foster parents and Shigima hurt Ima even though he might have accidentally, but it's still hard for me to forgive them"
"I understand how you feel, you know I've always felt unlucky to live in their circle" Kyra said.
"Yes, but Hans is different. So would you like to extend my apology to him?"
"But why me? you can meet him in person, right?"
"Unfortunately not" Chad said.
"Why?" ask Kyra curiously.
Chad was silent for a moment to think, confused about how to convey what was going to happen and his fear.
"Chad tell me" pinta Kyra.
"I have to go"
"Where?"
"Vampire palace, I have to claim my right as Prince" he said at last.
"What's? b-but that's dangerous... "
"Yeah, I may not have survived. That's why I want you to represent me"
"Then don't go, don't do it"
"No way, I'm not just going to claim my rights but also save Grandma Joyi and Jessa. They were kidnapped and held captive there, so I had to go.." Chad explained.
Kyra runs out of sense to persuade, she doesn't know what else she can say as an excuse. In the end he could only fall silent to nod a moment later.