The Extra Seeks Chaos

Chapter 24 There's going to be a showdown tonight

Arin sat on his bed, his gaze fixed on the window. The daylight was slowly retreating, allowing darkness to creep across the sky.

He had spent some time outside with Lina, and by the time he returned to his room, night was already closing in.

"Almost time..." he muttered under his breath.

He had a meeting with Tessa scheduled for tonight, and he was ready to leave. The only thing holding him back was the lingering daylight that hadn't fully faded.

There was a specific reason he wanted to meet Tessa tonight.

"I could do it alone, but..." Arin squinted, his eyes narrowing with thought. "I'm not sure I can do it quietly. I'll need her."

What he planned to do tonight would benefit him in more ways than one, and he intended to discuss Alex and their next steps with Tessa.

With a sigh, Arin stood up and walked over to the window. "This is why I like this room," he murmured, his eyes scanning the view.

From his room, he had a high vantage point, allowing him to see the main Academy building in a different light. The streetlights illuminated the path to the Academy, creating a mesmerizing scene.

There was no one outside now. The night had fully arrived, signaling that it was time for him to leave.

In one swift motion, he donned his cloak and mask, giving him a mysterious air—one that Tessa hadn't fully deciphered yet.

Just like last time, he jumped out of the window, his hair catching the wind as he descended.

*WHOOSH*@@@@

His cloak billowed as he fixed his eyes on the library building below. He landed without making a sound, immediately activating his "Extra's Cloak" Skill, and sprinted toward the library.

Even though he knew no one would be outside at this hour, he activated the Skill as a precaution.

He reached the library building and, using the same method as before, scaled its walls.

'I could have asked her to meet in the forest...' Arin thought as he ascended. It would have been simpler, but there was something about the library rooftop that appealed to him, so he didn't dwell on the alternative.

With a burst of strength, he hoisted himself onto the rooftop.

Tessa stood at the edge, her back to him, gazing into the distance. Her black cloak, with its hood pulled up, obscured her face.

Even though Arin was right behind her, she hadn't noticed him. The "Extra's Cloak" Skill was in full effect.

Her posture and demeanor made it clear she was lost in thought.

Arin watched her in silence, arms crossed, giving her a few moments before deciding to speak.

Before she could finish, she found herself staring directly into his eyes, closer than she'd anticipated.

"Uh..." She stammered, but before she could react further—

*WHOOSH*

Arin swept her off her feet, holding her firmly in his arms.

Her cheeks flushed crimson. "Wh-what?!"

Her thoughts spiraled, her heartbeat racing in her chest.

"Just stay quiet," Arin instructed, his voice steady. "Hold on tight..."

And with that—

*WHOOSH*

Without warning, he leaped from the rooftop, Tessa securely in his arms.

The wind whipped around them as they descended, their cloaks flaring out behind them.

As they landed, Arin immediately dashed toward the Academy walls.

"W-where are we going?" Tessa asked, clutching his neck to keep herself steady.

Arin's focus was sharp, his expression unreadable as he raced forward. This was one of the main reasons he had brought Tessa with him tonight.

"Tessa..." Arin murmured.

"Huh?"

"There's going to be a showdown tonight..."

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[A/N]

Another chapter coming in a few hours!! There's about to be a battle!!