The Other World

Alan stepped forward and pushed the others aside.

- I will do it, it was my fault in the first place. This is the best way to make up on my mistakes towards Anna.

- No, mother needs you the most right now. Beside, you will die if the stone absorbs life from you. i will do it, I'm young and powerful. Said Tarou.

- I think I will be right choice. Aunt Anna won't be happy if her husband or one of her sons get hurt because of her. I have nothing to lose anymore.

- Shut up Dylan, this isn't your problem to deal with, step aside. I will do it. I'm the youngest here. So, I won't die, no one will die.

- But, Aaron! You will become an old man. You will lose all of your youth.

- It doesn't matter as long as we are all fine, I will be happy to give my youth to my mother because she lost hers while she was grieving for us.

Apollo stood up suddenly:

- You are running out of time, who will be the chosen one?

The four of them raised their hands

- So, you didn't choose yet, I will help you ,then, by using lottery.

Apollo put in his hand four sticks:

- Each one of you must pick a stick, the one who picks the shortest will be the chosen one. I won't accept any objection.