All Chapters of The Cursed: Legend of Neil: Chapter 31
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Episode Four-Part III: Chiyo's Fear......
It had been a week since the festival, and the students had all silently agreed never to mention it again. It was fun, sure—but also a little embarrassing. The memory still lingered in the air, like smoke after fireworks.Neil sat alone on the wet grass that morning, the frost biting through his gloves. A scarf wrapped tightly around his neck as he exhaled faint clouds into the winter chill. It had only been a month since he came here, but it already felt like a lifetime. He missed home more than he’d ever admit.“Yo, Neil!” Sandy’s voice echoed from across the field.Neil raised his head to see him skating like a maniac across a frozen lake Delia had created earlier—after Jade begged her to freeze the yard. Students were gliding and laughing, slipping, spinning, falling. It was chaos—but the good kind.Neil waved back lazily.“Come down here and skate with us!” Sandy shouted.“Sorry,” Neil called back, shaking his head. “Not good at it.”“Seriously?” Sandy laughed.“Whatever.” Neil r
Episode Four- Part IV: The Sensitive Blind Mole
“So this is Pleiad Academy I’ve heard so much about,” Elder Potter said. He stepped out of the car with slow, practiced confidence. Though short, the man carried a certain weight — neat black hair streaked with gray, sharp suit, and dark shades that glinted under the morning sun. Two bodyguards flanked him as he scanned the grounds, moving his head side to side as if taking in every sound instead of sight. Principal Hiro came rushing out of the main building — too fast to appear calm, too slow to seem natural. “Welcome, Elder,” Hiro greeted, bowing slightly. “It’s a pleasure to have you with us.” “Let’s cut the chase already,” Potter said flatly. “You never wanted me here… did you?” Silence. The air between them grew tight. “I wish that were true,” Hiro replied carefully. “But we’re honored to have you visit us. Not all Elders do.” Potter smiled. “It’s true what they say — you’re good with words. I might actually like you.” Hiro gave another respectful bow. “Please don’t do t
Episode Four-Part V: The Test
A few minutes after gym, when the teacher finally dismissed them, Neil caught sight of Sandy splashing water on his face at the sink. His cheeks were swollen, his eyes red — the dampener had worn him out completely. Neil sighed and walked over, tapping him on the shoulder. Sandy turned slowly, forcing a grin. “Hey there, blonde.” Neil blinked. “Blonde? Since when? Do I look blonde to you?” “Would you blame me?” Sandy muttered. “I’m trying to hold back, even with this damn dampener.” “I get it,” Neil said. “Just hang in there — because of that new face I see with the principal.” Sandy frowned, following Neil’s gaze toward the far end of the gym. Standing beside Principal Hiro was a short, dignified man in dark shades — Elder Potter. “Who’s that?” Sandy whispered. “That,” Neil said quietly, “is the Sensitive Blind Mole. He’s blind… but sees everything.” “How?” Sandy turned, genuinely puzzled. “No one knows,” Neil said, already walking away. “My dad used to say, ‘Never let your
Episode Four-Part VI: The Fall
“Hey… you okay?” Neil asked, voice steady but eyes sharp. Sandy turned, confused. Neil’s tone carried a weight that didn’t match the moment. “Sometimes you’ve got to watch your back,” Neil said quietly, half smiling. “’Cause you never see it coming.” “Why—” “Seems you’ve forgotten…” Neil chuckled, and that half-smile turned soft. “I’ve always got your back, brother.” Sandy blinked. For a moment, he thought Neil was joking. Then he saw it—blood. A faint, dark streak running down Neil’s lip. His stomach dropped. “Neil…” Neil exhaled, gripping the edge of the wound as he turned slightly. The ice spear jutted from his side, catching the dim light. Gasps echoed across the room as he tore it free. “It’s okay, everyone…” he managed, forcing a grin. “Everything’s under control.” He took one shaky step forward—and collapsed. “Neil!” Sandy caught him before his head hit the ground. His classmates surrounded them instantly, shouting his name, voices blending into panic. “Neil!” Zoe’s
Episode Four-Part VII: Roleplay Finale
Elder Potter walked toward his car, bodyguards flanking him, Hiro following a step behind. Just as he reached the door, he paused and turned sharply. “I thought you said the kids in Class D can’t control their powers?” His tone was light, but his eyes weren’t. “Yes…” Hiro replied carefully. “Then why is Randolf’s kid in there? You know who his father is.” “Neil?” Hiro raised a brow. “Yes.” Elder Potter smiled thinly. “Well, his gift manifested late. He barely has control,” Hiro explained. “But when his adrenaline spikes, his power hits its peak.” “I see.” Potter rubbed his chin. “That explains how he moved that fast to save the boy.” “Indeed,” Hiro replied. A silence settled — quiet but heavy. “Guess my work here is done,” Potter said at last. “We hope to see you again, sir,” Hiro smiled. Potter chuckled. “That, my friend, is a lie.” “Not at all, sir.” Potter exhaled, gazing up at the grey sky. “These kids... they’ll define the next generation of the Gifted. It’s about t
Episode Four-Part VIII: The VEILED Agencies
Loud bangs rattled the academy walls. The gym doors were locked tight, white-hot light pulsing through the windows like lightning. Inside, the air burned. Sandy slid across the floor, boots scraping as a flaming kick whizzed past his face. He rolled, crossed his arms to block another blow, before releasing a burst of heatwaves from his chest that pushed both clones backward. Smoke curled off his skin. The two figures advanced again—each a perfect copy of him, eyes glowing gold, fire spears in hand. Sandy twisted, ducked, and spun between them, sparks slicing through the air where he’d been a second ago. The clones stopped, giving him a second to breathe. “What are you waiting for?” he barked. “Come at me. Stop holding back.” They exchanged a look—and vanished. The next second, their attacks came like a storm. The sound of fists meeting flame filled the hall. Their movements blurred, so fast they left streaks of light. Sandy struggled to keep up. He clenched his fist, summoning
Episode Five-Part I: All Well..?
A week after Elder Potter’s visit—and the shocking revelation—life at the academy seemed to slip back into rhythm. Classes resumed, laughter filled the halls again, and students returned to their training under the ever-watchful eye of Miss Wade. But beneath that fragile calm, everyone knew something had changed. It was a bright afternoon, Sunlight poured through the tall glass windows, painting the hall in warm gold. Delia walked down the corridor, expression blank as ever. Her presence made people instinctively move aside. There was something about her—an aura that whispered don’t test me. She turned toward the cafeteria. Inside, the air smelled of lunch trays and chatter. Delia walked straight to the canteen and stopped before the attendant. “Lemme guess…” the woman smiled, already reaching for the ladle. “The usual?” Delia gave a small nod. “Coming right up,” the attendant said before turning away. A shadow fell beside her. A boy—tall, confident, maybe too confident—sto
Episode Five-Part II: Not Well..!
The academy lobby buzzed with the morning rush — voices bouncing, laughter flickering, footsteps echoing down the glass halls.Sandy and Reece walked side by side, heads bent in heated discussion about a new comic issue, Sandy flailing his hands dramatically to mimic the hero’s final move.“See? He should’ve gone like this—”He didn’t finish. His shoulder crashed into someone passing.“Hey, watch it!” the guy snapped.Sandy barely glanced, still mid-sentence with Reece. The boy behind him fumed.“Guess your mum forgot to teach you some manners!”That made Sandy stop.His body stiffened. The noise in the lobby dimmed under the pressure of his silence. He turned slowly — his eyes were cold, unblinking, filled with something heavy.“What did you just say?” His voice came low and dangerous.“I said your mum forgot to teach you manners,” the boy repeated, smug. “And if that’s true, then she must be a bad woman.”The air cracked.Sandy didn’t think. His body moved before reason caught up —
Episode five-Part III: Beyond Boundaries.
“What…?” Zoe screamed from the door. “Chiyo’s missing! How’s that possible?” The class erupted. Voices clashed, questions collided, and panic spread like wildfire. Lyn quickly raised her hand, signaling for calm. To everyone’s surprise, the noise faded. “Where’s Freda?” Zoe asked, her voice tight with worry. “She’s fine,” Lyn replied, lowering her head. “She called to tell me. Said she couldn’t track Chiyo’s scent, even after using her hunting beast skill.” “I see.” Zoe’s tone darkened, her usual bright face gone cold with rage. Neil watched her closely. He knew that look — the edge before she lost control. “Zoe…” he whispered. “Don’t worry. We’ll find her.” The classroom fell silent, heavy like a funeral. Sandy looked at Neil, noticing how deep he was in thought. “Lyn,” Sandy spoke up. “Where’s Freda now?” “She never said,” Lyn replied slowly. “She’s still trying to track down Chiyo.” “I see…” Sandy rubbed his chin, then stood. “And how long has it been since she called you
Episode Five-Part IV: The Plan
“Hey, Sandy…” Rory murmured. “Yeah, mate?” Sandy looked at him, noticing how Rory’s head drooped low. “Can you do me a favour?” Rory’s voice quivered. “And what is it?” “Promise me that you’ll protect Chiyo and everyone…” He tried to lift his head, his breath shallow. “Please… safeguard everyone. Neil can’t handle it alone—he’s the brain. Be his muscle.” Silence. “’Cause he’s your family, right?” Rory continued weakly. “And besides… you’re one of the strongest.” “Hey… you talk too much, boy.” Sandy smiled faintly. “Besides… I got you, bro.” Rory smiled, relieved. They continued down the hall toward the infirmary. “I trust Neil to handle everything there,” Rory whispered. “Thought I told you not to say a word,” Sandy laughed. “You don’t have to worry. Just rest up and wait for the good news.” Both laughed softly as they passed some students who looked at them in awe. Back in class, Ned rubbed his jaw in thought. “I see… so that’s how they are.” “Yeah,” Lyn said sadly. “So