"Seriously?...you won't say anything?"Mia asked as they continued to work down the strange road. It's been half an hour since they abounded the subway, and she had no idea where they were heading to. Lonan refused to say anything.
" my feet are tired... " She winced. Lonan tilted his head. He looked down at her feet then her face.
" lying? "
" I'm not. They're really hurting "
He turned fully before walking towards her.
Picking her up, he dropped her on his neck, her legs both on his shoulders.
" I'm so high!! " She screamed. Lonan shook his head before walking off. His cellphone suddenly vibrated. He brought it out and viewed the message.
A MEETING AT THE CULT HOUSE NOW!
He hissed out and Mia touched his head.
" what's wrong? "
" nothing. "
This isn't how he planned to reveal things out. If it were by his rules, he would've rejected. But he can't say any second word. His major is to get his revenge and leave Chicago...For Good. He has no place here
******
"Where are you two coming from?"Alexa asked with a raised brow as Naomi entered the classroom with McKenzie.
" chill sis.. " .McKenzie suddenly sighted Austin with Michael. They're all friends.
She turned her gaze to Naomi.
" see you later? "
" uhm ...yeah, sure "
McKenzie smiled and walked to Austin's desk.
" okay? "
" you didn't tell me that you and my crazy sibling started talking again "
" you didn't ask " Naomi shrugged as she sat down beside them.
Her gaze went to McKenzie and she suddenly blushed at the sight of her.
" you're gone " Alexa brought her back to reality and she blushed more. Alexa and Pearl laughed.
" it's actually not what you're thinking "
******
"What is this place,"Mia muttered as her eyes wondered around the strange building. Lonan said nothing.
Just as he opened the door, it started raining.
Mia brought up her hood as she followed behind Lonan's steps. Her eyes glued on the weird paintings and drawings plastered on the walls.
"There you are! Come forward!" A voice suddenly came up as they entered the huge hall.
Mia's heart raced as she met the numerous people, all in black hoodies. They were to creepy with their cold gazes piercing in her skin.
Lonan held her hand as they walked towards the man on the throne.
A throne? Mia wondered.
" lord Morte. "
" you brought company?who is she? " Morte's eyes went to Mia and she immediately kept her gaze on the floor.
She was sure she was going to diè with all these people all around her. Why did Lonan brought her Into this place? What was this place? Who were those people? Why did they all look at her strangely?
Did they hurt people? How did Lonan come to know of a place like this?
Who was Lonan?
Millions of thoughts filled Mia's head, and she had no answer to them all. She was freaking out. This place was freaking her out. Lonan was scaring her.
Slowly, she withdrew her hand from his hold and Lonan glanced at her. He could sense her fear. She was scared?
This was nothing compared to what he was going to show her?
" did you bring in an outsider? "
The people gasped.
" you really love breaking the rules, don't you Merula? "
Lonan didn't reply. Mia was confused. She had so many questions for Lonan already.
" explain why you brought a strange girl into this hall even though you fully know the rules? "
" I don't have a reason "
.
" really? Do you wish to get punished once more? "
Mia looked up. What did he mean by that?
" once more? Did you guys hurt him? "
" keep quiet " .Lonan whispered to her. Morte stood up with a grin.
" I'm guessing your friend didn't warn you. No one dares to question me. "
" and why is that? Are you their king? "
More gasps filled the hall. Alberto moved forward to get hold of Mia but Lord Morte held him back.
" Tell me why he brought you here... "
" I don't know. "
" I hate lies. "
" I'm not lying! "
Lonan immediately placed his palm on Mia's mouth and pressed her head on his chest.
" I won't apologize. I don't regret bringing her. The meeting, what is it about? "
" Merula, did you forget your respect? " Alberto warned. Morte smiled and sat back on his throne. He watched as Lonan held Mia's head. Was he really starting to develop a soft sport for a female? Was that what he came to Illinois for?
" let him be... explain the meeting, "
*****
"Mia!"Lonan called as they left the hall. It was raining heavily already. Mia didn't bother to stop as she stepped into the rain, walking faster.
" Mia, can you stop...I don't like this. " Lonan said when he caught her hand. Mia turned and yanked him off. Her hair was wet from the rain and all her clothes were drenched already.
" what?!...is that what you wanted to show me?! Did you wanted to tell me that you joined a cult? "