Exorcists

SELENE

Just like what Kaylin had promised me, she purchased all the decorations and items I liked to have for my room. I did my best to avoid expensive, costly ones. Kaylin insisted that I should pick what I want despite the cost of it. I wouldn't say Rainer was any different. Both siblings were alike. Generous and kind.

After several days, I already got accustomed to living with Rainer. Rainer was a carefree, funny man, but he would be serious when it’s needed. When he was serious, he was calm and showed his intelligence as well as he gave off a more stern and cold aura. I was warned not to anger him, according to his secretary, it was for the best that I would not know what he was like when in rage. To be honest, I would not want to find out what the cheerful, bright, friendly Rainer would be once in rage.

I had already expected what Rainer would be like daily. However, one thing I didn't expect was that he could cook delicious food. The food tasted like it was made from a high-end restaurant. It made me wonder what Rainer couldn’t do. From time to time, I cook instead of him as he would often come home late at around midnight. So, I would cook breakfast and make his lunch box. I also wanted to feel helpful.

I met two of Solaris's close friends during this time living with Rainer. Raiden Thunder, a feminine man with waist-length silver-white hair and sapphire blue eyes. He had a slender built with minimum muscles even though he was an exorcist. Instead of relying on strength, he maximizes his speed. Raiden was the same age as me.

The other one had a more muscular built with neck-length black hair and emerald green eyes. His name was Atlas Volos, who was a year older than I was. Atlas was about 185 centimeters. Raiden was a lot shorter than he was, around 172 centimeters in height.

Atlas was an intelligent man. He taught me what I had missed with clear explanation. I immediately understood what he was talking about without much difficulty. Raiden handed me his detailed and neat notes to use. They helped me a lot. I was grateful. Solaris also came over from time to time to accompany me. Raiden and Atlas were shocked to see Solaris being comfortable with a girl and yet was also happy that Solaris had already warmed up.

As summer break was coming to an end, I was a few days away from entering school. Rainer bought a laptop, tablet, and a phone to use. I tried to refuse it several times but he, like an idiot with a lot of money, wanted to spend it on me. Rainer mentioned that I was intelligent as I could easily solve things and understood what he was talking about during his phone calls regarding his business.

While looking for a book to read in his office, I stumbled upon some business documents. Rainer noticed that I was looking through the documents of a project. Instead of getting mad that I was snooping around, he taught me about the project and asked about my view of it.

I helped Rainer with his work now and then. I did all the housework and chores. I did everything I could to make sure that Rainer would rest once he was done with work. Kaylin instructed me to make sure that Rainer was indeed doing work when it was time to work. I tried not to pamper him much as Kaylin said that it would make him lazy.

Today was just like any day. I was organizing Rainer's home office when I heard a ringing sound. I did not expect anyone, so I was curious about who would be visiting me. I answered the call.

"Hello! Who is it?"

"Selene! It's Raiden!"

I looked at the video shown. It was indeed Raiden at the entrance. I pressed the open button to open the glass doors on the ground floor. This function made this place a bit safe to live in as we need to confirm the person was who we knew. I expected this much from a high-rise apartment where several well-known people lived. I opened the door for Raiden. He was carrying a box in his right hand. I asked, "What is that?"

"Lemon cake! I was hoping we could eat it together with some tea! Where's Rainer?"

"Rainer went to Exorcist HQ to do some commander work! Why do you ask?"

"No particular reason! No wonder Solaris was over to HQ. Rainer must be sending him to a mission!"

"Speaking of exorcists, I have been curious about it. How exactly does the system work?"

"Rainer didn't explain it to you?"

"No! The only thing he explained to me was his business work, not the exorcist work!"

Raiden started to explain the system to me. There are two types of exorcists. One would be those who were able to use weapons containing a spirit within. The special weapons were named Kiyomeru meaning cleanse. Those who could obtain a Kiyomeru could use the spirit's power, and so was dubbed as the Spirit Exorcist.

Weaponry Exorcists were exorcists using weapons developed many years ago specially built to kill demons. Unlike Kiyomeru the weapons didn’t hold anything special, the only thing that was special was the blades being unbreakable. These weapons were said to contain something similar to the Kiyomeru, pure energy releases from it. Purity kills what most demons have which is darkness.

The lowest rank for an exorcist would be rookies, newly recruited people. Exorcists that got promoted to Sergeant were recognized by their leadership skills and how they responded during missions.

Higher rank than Sergeant was Lieutenant who served as the Squad Executive Officer. Higher than Lieutenant was Captain, whose role was to lead their assigned squads. Captains were hand-picked by the Commanders.

There were three types of Commanders. One was the Combat Commander, who oversees the training of the exorcist and their combat statistics. Strategic Commander analyzes the report of the squads' missions and to arrange battle plans to use.

Lastly, were the Central or Head Commander, which was the highest rank for an exorcist. Their purpose was to oversee the entire Exorcists. They were always present when assigning missions and in discussion of important topics.

Raiden, Atlas, and Solaris obtained the Raiju, Raion, and the Kitsune, making them Spirit Exorcists and due to their abilities, became captains at a young age. Though, Raiden mentioned that Rainer became a Captain at a much younger age than them. They got their Kiyomeru at the same age, fifteen.

"If I remember correctly, Rainer got his Usagi Kiyomeru at the age of eight or was it seven?"

"Rainer became a Spirit Exorcist at a young age...that's impressive!"

"Rainer is an impressive man! He broke several records. Do you know why the third war ended?"

"From what I could think off, it was because someone sealed them away, right?"

"Yeah! That someone was Rainer, who was fifteen during that time! He became the youngest to be a Captain and a Central Commander!"

Rainer was a great man, seen as a hero by many. Considering his personality, I wouldn't be surprised by people calling him a hero and a kind-hearted man. He was just like everyone thought he would be. It made me wonder what kind of man he was.

"You sure love to eat lemon cake. Do you like eating sweets?"

"Yeah! I love eating lemon cake!"

"What other sweets do you like?"

"Mm...lemon cake, egg tart, caramel pudding, ice cream..."

"You sure have a sweet tooth, unlike Solaris! Do you want to go to a cafe with me? It is well-known for its desserts, and I personally know the Patissier!"

The moment I heard desserts, I immediately agreed to go with him. After going out with Kaylin and Irene to buy the decorations, I had been in the apartment since then, not having a reason to go out. I dislike being the center of attention so I tried to avoid being in the spotlights. Being with Rainer would definitely put me in the spotlight due to his well-known name. The same thing would be with Raiden. He was the young heir of the Thunder Group, not to mention, he had a handsome face like a supermodel. However, I would make an exception if it involves sweets.

RAIDEN THUNDER

I found it adorable how Selene ate the lemon cake, it was like seeing a rabbit nibbling on her carrot. Despite not appearing as a sweet person, Selene sure had a sweet tooth, as she already ate two slices of cake. I bet she could eat the entire cake. I could not wait to bring her to the cafe. I'm sure she would be delighted to have her as a customer.

Now that I thought about it, considering how beautiful Selene appeared, I was sure we would attract a lot of attention, especially boys. Selene had been in the hospital for more than a week and in this apartment for days. She only went out when necessary. I hope Rainer wouldn't mind me taking his princess for a stroll. Now that I thought about it, it sounds like asking her for a date.

I could see why Solaris was comfortable with being around her. She was a unique girl, unlike any I had seen so far. Due to how attractive I was, I got more girls attached to me than everyone. However, I wasn't particularly interested in any of them, but Selene got my attention. Too bad I…

My thoughts were interrupted by a ringing sound. Selene went to answer the call.

"Who was it?"

"Rainer! He would often come home a bit later, so this is unusual!"

Rainer was surprised to see me. Just like Selene, I didn't expect Rainer to come back home early. Rainer came back to get some documents he had left.

"I would be late. Don't stay up late for me!"

"Alright! What do you want to eat later? I'll make it for you, and later you warm it up!"

"Anything is fine as long as you make it!"

"I'll be going then!"

"See you later!"

Rainer left after giving the eye a father would do when a boy was hanging out with his precious daughter. In my eyes, they do appear to be like father and daughter. Wouldn't surprise me for Rainer to finally make it official! Now that Rainer was gone, Selene and I were alone again. I found it amusing to talk with her.

Her aura was mysterious, and it was hard to tell what she was thinking. At a closer inspection, I found out something adorable about her. When she was annoyed, teased, or irritated, she would pout like a little kid. Any man would find it cute, especially with that face!

"Why are you smiling?"

"No particular reason! What does it feel like to live with Rainer?"

"It's fine...I guess! He is not that demanding, so living with him was fine! Living with him felt like living with a troublesome but kind father! It's warm..."

"That's Rainer for you!"

"Speaking of Rainer, how long have you known him for?"

"Well, I had known him since I was a baby! Solaris's father, my father, and Rainer had been close friends since they were kids!"

"I see! Does that mean you’re close with Solaris?”

"Yeah! We particularly grew up like brothers! Why do you ask?"

"I've been curious...is Solaris always scared of being close to women? It's just that when we were in the hospital, he would avoid being close and talking with the nurses that came to check on me!"

"Well...something had happened to him when he was a kid, but if you want to know more, you should ask him! I can't speak on his behalf! All I can say is that it's...unexpected!"

I noticed Selene lowered her gaze. I bet once she heard about it, she would be shocked. Solaris was comfortable enough to sit close to Selene and talk to her without his usual cold atmosphere. The reason could be because she.

Speaking of Solaris, I wonder how he was doing on the battlefield.