Chapter 5: Lucky Curve
-Alexander's eyes were wide open as he saw the condition that had to fulfill in this mandatory mission.
(Come on, what the hell is this? I'm supposed to confront Marcus? It's stupid no matter how you look at it. Yeah, I'll just let the scene play out, Sophia Bromck is the most powerful person in the entire high school, Marcus would have to be out of his mind to try to do anything to her.
-What's the matter, you little mindless gorilla, did I hurt your pride? -Sophia's loud taunts only poured more water into the overflowing glass. No one in high school but Felix Morgan could stand up to Marcus.
-If you have nothing better to do, you'd better get out of my sight right now, oh and pick up the boy. -But right now, in front of everyone, Sophia Bromck was challenging the boy who was considered a ticking time bomb.
-Hey Goldilocks, this time you're going to pay. -Marcus was consumed by rage, he was not thinking clearly at that moment, he really wanted to make a scene here.
[Warning]-[Failure to complete this mission will result in the system application being automatically deleted from your device].
As a result of Marcus' action, Alexander's phone vibrated again, telling him to complete the mission or it might not change his life. Alexander looks at the message again and again, but fear won't let him act.
(Shit, just when I thought I was ready to change my life, this happens. This shitty system couldn't find another mission?)
-Wow, seriously, you are going to hit me. I see manners are too much for your mind. -Sophia, even after seeing Marcus' actions, remains stoic in front of him and never lets herself be intimidated. From a very young age, Sophia was taught that the Bromcks never lower their heads in front of anyone.
-Get ready, Goldilocks, tell your rich family to pay for your hospital. Marcus, pissed off enough, raises his hand, ready not to back down, but before he can make a move, someone throws a paper ball at him.
(Seriously, seriously, seriously, seriously).
Marcus turns his face to where the paper ball came from and looks at the person responsible with a face that only gives death warnings.
-No… no… you think… you think it's too low to hit girls even for you, huh Marcus?
(I really hate this!!!). -The one who got the attention of the audience was none other than Alexander Del Ryo, who stammered from the shock and put himself in front of Marcus.
-Marcus simply said nothing and turned away from Sophia to face Alexander.
-Hey, what did you just say,-Marcus asks Alexander in a commanding voice, who is scared shitless. He of all people knew that this was like stepping into the lion's den. But it was either that or lose the system.
-What I'...What I m trying to say is that the respectable man that you are, you shouldn't be hitting on girls, it's a very low point, isn't it?
Alexander, unable to back down, decides to make an excuse for his earlier behavior and tries to convince Marcus that he's on his side.
-You say it's too low? -If that's what I'm saying, it's better to just hit guys, isn't it?
The exchange of words seems to work, in Alexander's mind this was very beneficial, so he wouldn't have to fight with Marcus.
-Well, what you say is true, what was your name again? -Marcus now shows a relaxed expression as he asks Alexander his name, everything seems to indicate that there were no major problems.
-Alexander. Alexander Del Ryo (Perfect, I knew the system was good, it seems that Marcus wants to make friends with me after the help I gave him) Alexander regained his faith in the system after this simple exchange of words.
-Well Alexander, you're right… That's why. -Without finishing his words, Marcus throws a powerful punch to Alexander's stomach, sending him flying into the wall. -That's why I'm going to hit you instead.
Marcus' expression returned to that of an angry demon ready to hunt his prey, at this moment he was so angry that he could kill Alexander.
[You have lost 30% of your maximum health.]
Alexander, who had a blank mind at the moment, could not see the warning message given by the system, in his mind, he was thinking to resolve this conflict without a fight, but the world is not as simple as he thought.
(What the hell, was that a hit? I feel like I have a hole in my stomach). -Alexander, lying on his knees, clutched his stomach to see if he didn't have a real hole in it. He'd never fought in his old life, the alley boy's punches were a child's game compared to this.
-Come on Alexander, you didn't tell me not to hit the girl, stand up and let me hit you. -Marcus slowly approaches Alexander and then kicks him, sending him to the other corner of the room.
[You have lost 50% of your maximum health].
(Shit, when is this supposed to work?) -Alexander wonders, he had a plan in case he had to fight Marcus, but it seems he will have to wait longer.
(I won't get anywhere just standing here, I have to run). -Already knowing what standing still means, Alexander, who has blood coming out of his nose, decides to endure the pain and starts running in circles around the area.
(What an interesting boy). -On the other hand, Sophia Bromck watched young Alexander with great interest, she couldn't believe that a fat and apparently not very strong young man was facing one of the kings of the high school. This had certainly aroused her interest to know who this boy was.
-Where do you think you're going? Come and fight, or rather get beaten up. Young Marcus, still angry, shoots at high speed in Alexander's direction, then starts throwing punches and kicks, which do not hit the target due to Alexander's running strategy.
(Well, it's working, I just have to wait a little longer and I'll make it, eh). -But young Alexander's path is interrupted by the wall, and his lack of experience in combat is evident, as he is forced into the corner.
-Shit, I have to get out of here…
But as soon as he realized his situation, he was greeted with a kick in the stomach from Marcus, -Hahaha, I have to admit I had fun marrying you, pig.
[You have lost 80% of your maximum health].
[Warning]-[You only have 20% health left before you pass out, if you are defeated, your health will go negative and your mission will not be counted].
Unaware that his phone was alerting him to his status, Alexander simply lowered his head, ready for his end.
-Get prepared. Thanks to you guys, my anger is gone. -Marcus smiles like a child who just received a new candy and prepares to attack Alexander.
-Hey, what are you doing, Marcus? !!!!
But to everyone's surprise, the coach of the basketball team comes through the door and demands to see Marcus. -¿!!! Why are you hitting that kid!!!?
Everyone was shocked at the coach's reaction. It was well known that Marcus was the coach's star player and favorite, he never complained to him. In fact, he wouldn't have intervened in this situation if it wasn't for …..
[You have used the item: The White Candy Scarf.]
[The White Candy Scarf is an item that helps the user get out of trouble as long as it is equipped, its use is automatic].
Before throwing the paper ball to Marcus, he had left the item in his pocket. Without it, he would have been knocked out.
-Now, young man, we need to go to my office, and I won't take no for an answer.
Coach Marquis left Marcus no choice but to tell his side of the story, after all, it was clear who the bully was here. So as soon as he walked in, he took Marcus with him.
Everyone else watched the scene but as soon as things calmed down they went back to their business, no one really cared about Alexander. -Are you okay Alex?
Well, no one except Richard who at this point gives Alexander his hand to get up. -Why did you do that crazy thing?
Alexander takes his friend's hand and after taking a breath continues to speak. -You see, Richard, there are times when a man has to do what a man has to do.
Not wanting to sound too weak, Alexander drops this embarrassing dialog on the table. But surprisingly, Richard's eyes light up, as if the words kindled a flame inside him.
As soon as Richard and Alexander sit down, they end their lesson in a very calm manner, after all, the group of bullies was nothing without their leader, who didn't show up again all day.
-You're really okay, don't you want me to come with you? -Richard, concerned about his friend's condition, prepares to accompany him.
-Relax, it was just a few bumps…" Alexander was really hurt, he could hardly walk. But he didn't want to involve Richard in his business, and after hearing these words, he left, worried about Alexander.
(Who knew I would face Marcus today, I thought the system was gentle, but he almost killed me). -Alexander showed his displeasure with the system and thought only of going home to sleep and see the rewards of his mission.
-I should put on some music… Huh? -Alexander, still walking, notices the presence of someone he knows, who seems to be waiting for him.
-I thought you hadn't seen me. Never make a woman wait again.
It was Sophia Bromck.