Chapter 10: The Aftermath

Karl walked back home, his face throbbing in pain. He couldn't believe what had just happened. Richard, his best friend, had attacked him without warning.

As he walked, Karl couldn't help but think about what Richard had said. 39 curses? What did that even mean? And why had Richard been so angry?

Karl's mind was racing with questions, but he knew he wouldn't get any answers from Richard. Not now, at least.

When Karl got home, his parents were shocked by his injuries. They asked him what had happened, but Karl just shook his head. He didn't want to talk about it.

As the day went on, Karl couldn't shake off the feeling of sadness and betrayal. He had thought that he and Richard were friends, but now he wasn't so sure.

Karl spent the rest of the day locked in his room, trying to make sense of what had happened. But the more he thought about it, the more confused he became.

As the sun began to set, Karl finally drifted off to sleep, his mind still reeling with questions and doubts.