Chapter 10: Chapter 10: Brother?
"Great! You have finally succeeded in sensing the Aether. Now if you would not mind, there are still some fallen left" Michael said with an attempt at sarcasm
Another fallen launched at Michael with an incredible speed but Michael just stepped back, completely dodging the attack, in the process he took a hold of the fallen's arm, stopping it's movement suddenly in the process, he then effortlessly flinged the fallen towards Emory's direction.
"Is that sarcasm I sense? I didn't know you were capable of that, infact I didn't know you were capable of anything besides being secretive, abduction and vanishing things" Emory said as he delivered a final hit to the head of the fallen Michael sent his way, phe was bathed in a generous amount of blood and angel guts in the process.
"I already apologized, you're supposed to let it go, isn't that how it works?" Michael said as he sent another unfortunate fallen towards Emory's direction.
The two continued to battle the fallen, like a tag team Michael would batter the fallen and Emory would deal the final blow, the two worked in sync in this manner until they had exterminated the last of the fallen.
"That was…something" Emory remarked as he bent over to catch his breath.
"Something it was, Definitely" Michael replied as he dusted himself free of any debris. Despite the whole scene that played out, he remain unscathed, not even a drop of blood was to be found on his clothes, not even a hair had fallen out of place. It was the opposite for Emory, who was now drenched in blood and guts, his hair hanged wet and loose down his face.
"You should get changed…and perhaps have a shower while at it…or two" Michael said
"Yeah yeah…I'll do it when I get home" Emory replied
"So how does it feel to be one of the few across the universe, capable of using the Aether?" Michael asked with an almost invisible smirk plastered on his face
"Well it certainly feels…different. For example I can hear and see much much much more clearly, it feels like I can feel everything,like it's all…connected" Emory said while ooking up at the sky, a peaceful expression on his face, he felt free.
"Because everything is connected. With this you have taken the first step closer to finding the Creator" Michael said
"Yeah" Emory said "Um…Michael, this Creator is he really all powerful?" Emory asked as pulled off his shirt and used it to wipe away blood from his face.
"Oh yes he is and once he is back, he will pass judgement on those who betrayed him and I will be his sword to deliver that judgement" The air suddenly became chilly and intense as Michael proclaimed.
"I see..I have to get going, it's a school day tomorrow and I still haven't concluded my Further mathematics assignment. Later Michael" Emory said as he began walking home
"Wait" Michael called out to Emory, reaching out to him and placing his hands on Emory's shoulder, with a wave of his hand their surroundings instantly changed and they soon found themselves in front of Emory's apartment complex.
"Heh?" Emory looked around in confusion trying to understand what exactly just happened.
"No need for thanks, I'll be on my way now. Rest well Emory Carson, we have so much ahead of us" Michael said as he turned around, his hands resting in his coat pocket.
"Heh?? Thank you my ass!, you mean you could have done this the whole time" Emory said loudly as his eyes twitched in slight anger
"I didn't and it all worked out did it not? You sensed the Aether and showed those fallen who the boss is" Michael said as he gave a thumbs up to Emory while still walking away
"You bastard, I swear you just wait" Emory shouted at the parting Michael as Michael simply vanished
"He really just disappeared, I will get him tomorrow. I'll make sure to not sweep your part of the store!!" Emory yelled at the empty air
"Quiet! I'm trying to make a phone call here" Mrs Anderson hushed Emory. "She always seemed to be making a call every single moment, if she misses her son so much why doesn't she just move with him" Emory mumbled to himself as he walked towards the elevator.
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"We are running suicides today, consider it a welcome gift for our new team member, Kikiki" Coach Roland ordered as he laughed, he had a weird laugh that sounded like he was choking on his own breath. The man was a tall bulky man, he always wore shorts that were probably illegal to be that short.
The entire team grumbled at the coach orders and soon made their way to the baseline of the court "Make sure to keep up and not pass out rookie" a tall blonde boy similar in age to Emory said as he intentionally bumped his shoulders against Emory, Emory barely moved instead the blonde boy stepped back, he felt like he had bumped shoulders with a brick wall and with a frustrated grunt he walked away.
"Don't mind him Emory that's Brian, and he is not usually that uptight, he's just under pressure as the captain of the team. We haven't won a trophy in the last two years and this is our last year here, so just imagine how he feels about coach bringing in a new player." Liam said
"That's understandable" Emory replied
"But you aren't just any new player right, I saw you during the tryouts, you're decent but do try to keep up, coach doesn't tolerate slackers"
"Go!!" Roland shouted to signal the beginning of the drill.
The entire training went on for over an hour, the entire team had become tired and drenched in sweat, breathing heavily, desperately trying to catch their breaths, some even laid spread out on the floor. But amidst everyone Emory remained in top shape, it was hard to tell he had done the same exercises and drills as the others, he stood there looking unwearied.
Soon the mutterings started about how good Emory's stamina was, some were mutterings of praise while others were of suspicion.
"You're a freaking machine, how in the world are you not gassed out. You like like you just took a stroll! " Liam remarked, surprised at Emory's stamina
"Um physical training I guess" Emory lied, he knew it was the work of the Aether and the akashic records in him
"Training my ass, he cheated…somehow" Brian scowled at Emory
"Don't be bitter Brian, how does one cheat during physical training. Please enlighten me" Liam questioned Brian, trying
"Tch.." Brian said as he walked away angry and frustrated
"Good job everyone, especially Emory, that's it for today, make sure to rest up, tomorrow we will work on plays" Coach Roland said as he walked out
"Emory was about heading out when Liam playfully smacked his shoulder "Say, the team is getting together tonight at my place, wanna come? It'll be fun trust me" Liam said.
A look of surprise appeared on Emory's face, he had never been invited to anything…ever. He wanted to immediately answer 'Yes!' but he had to help Michael out at the bookstore "I'm sorry Liam I won't be able to come, I have my part-time to work after school. Maybe another time" Emory said with mixed feelings
"Hmm… okay maybe another time then. See you tomorrow" Liam said as he tapped Emory's shoulder as a sign of goodbye
After Liam had gone, Emory sighed " A hangout with the basketball team, what a shame. Michael better make it up to me somehow"
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Emory walked into the bookstore and as usual, Michael was no where to be seen. Emory simply hung his backpack on the coat hanger and soon got to work. Emory didn't have much to do really, the bookstore was never dusty or dirty but he still cleaned anyway.
After he was done cleaning, Emory sat behind the counter preparing to attend to any customer who walked in.
"who am I kidding, we never get any customers, I wonder how Michael keeps the place afloat. Do angels not need to pay for stuff…. can I be an angel?"
Suddenly the bell rang signalling that someone was making their way into the store. Emory who was caught off guard, immediately straightened himself up and adjusted his posture.
"Welcome to Right Hand bookstore, how may I help you? Emory said using a polite yet professional tone
"Where is he?" A lanky man, wearing some cargo pants, large tee, a fitted striped long sleeve shirt and some sneakers. He was pale skinned with deep blue eyes. Emory felt a familiar feeling coming from the strange man
"I have no time to waste, this is urgent. Where is Micheal!" The man raised his voice as he leaned in on the counter staring Emory directly in the eye.
Emory was unsure what to do in the situation, he instinctively channelled his Aether his eyes glowing with ethereal energy.
"Calm down sir, the owner is not in he will be back shortly. May I interest you in a book" Emory said
The man cocked his head backwards "Oh..is this how Michael welcomes me?" He said looking unfazed by Emory's actions.
"I do not welcome you at all" Michael said as he suddenly appeared from what looked like a line in the air carrying a book.
"That is no way to greet your brother is it?" The strange man smirked as he stretched out his arms for a hug.
"Brother..?" Emory muttered confusedly
"Gabriel.. why have you come" Michael said coldly, completely ignoring the man's attempt at initiating a hug
CREATORS' THOUGHTS 
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Gifts
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received Weekly Power Status
-- Power
Ranking 
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