Chapter 2: Reality

As Fayaz settled into his new life with Aunt Leena, he faced unforeseen challenges in the form of her husband, Uncle Rashid, who harbored resentment towards Fayaz.

Despite Aunt Leena's efforts to bridge the gap, Uncle Rashid's cold demeanor towards Fayaz only grew colder with each passing day. Fayaz found solace in the pages of his beloved books, seeking refuge from the harsh reality that awaited him at home. But fate had other plans in store for him. One fateful night, screams pierced the stillness of the village as terror swept through the streets.

Their neighbor, Mr. Sadiq, lay lifeless in a pool of blood, his body torn apart by an unseen force. Panic gripped the villagers as rumors spread of a monstrous creature lurking in their midst, preying on unsuspecting souls under the cover of darkness.

Amidst the chaos, a figure emerged from the shadows, his name whispered in hushed tones: With eyes as sharp as a hawk's and a heart as cold as ice, the person was a spao, a hunter of the supernatural beings known as majük, which masqueraded as humans while feasting on the blood of the innocent.

Fayaz watched in awe as Ali single-handedly dispatched the majük, his movements swift and precise, his demeanor unwavering in the face of danger. But beneath Ali's stoic exterior lay a darkness that chilled Fayaz to the bone, a reminder that not all heroes were born of noble intentions. As the village grappled with the aftermath of the attack, Fayaz found himself drawn to Ali, his curiosity outweighing his fear.

"Why do you do this?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.

"Why do you hunt the majük?"Ali's gaze hardened, his features etched with a cold resolve.

"Because someone has to, he replied, his voice devoid of emotion.

"Because the world is a dark and dangerous place, and not all monsters hide in the shadows.

"Fayaz shivered, the weight of Ali's words sinking into his soul. And as he gazed into the abyss that lurked behind Ali's eyes, he knew that the journey ahead would test not only his courage, but also his understanding of what it meant to be truly human in a world plagued by darkness. As Ali shared the chilling truth about the origins of the majük,

Fayaz listened with a mixture of horror and fascination.

The idea that greed could transform a human Into a monstrous creature shook him to his core, casting a shadow of doubt over everything he thought he knew about the world.

And your family," Ali continued, his voice heavy with solemnity, "they were taken from you by one of these creatures.

A majük. "Fayaz's heart skipped a beat as the weight of Ali's words sank in. The realization that his loved ones had fallen victim to such a sinister fate filled him with a profound sense of loss and rage.

"But why?" he whispered, his voice trembling with emotion.

"Why would they target my family?

"Ali's gaze softened, his expression betraying a hint of empathy beneath his steely exterior.

"Sometimes, Fayaz," he replied, his voice barely a whisper, "there is no rhyme or reason to the darkness that lurks within us.

The majük are drawn to those consumed by greed, feeding on the very essence of their humanity until nothing remains but a hollow shell.

"Fayaz's heart pounded with a mixture of fear and determination. He couldn't allow the creatures that had taken his family to roam free, preying on others.

"I won't let them get away with it," Fayaz declared, his voice trembling with resolve.

Ali regarded him with a cold stare, his expression unreadable. "You fool," he scoffed, his voice laced with disdain.

"You are too weak. You know nothing of the darkness that lurks within these creatures." But Fayaz refused to back down.

"Then teach me," he pleaded, his eyes burning with determination. "Train me to fight them. I may be young, but I am not afraid to confront the darkness that took my family from me.

"Ali hesitated, his gaze searching Fayaz's face for any sign of doubt. But then, something in Fayaz's eyes sparked a glimmer of recognition, a flicker of potential that even he couldn't ignore.

"Fine," Ali relented, his voice gruff. "But know this, Fayaz. The path you have chosen is one of danger and sacrifice. Are you prepared to face the consequences of your actions?

" Fayaz nodded, his jaw set with determination. "I am," he replied firmly. "For the sake of my family, and for the safety of all who dwell in this village.

To be continued....