Chapter 8: "Whispers of the Past"-Leo's flashback (Chapter 7.5)
In Leo's flashback, five individuals reign supreme atop the school hierarchy. Among them, a leader with a cigar clenched between his teeth commands respect. Set in middle school, this memory serves as a painful reminder of Leo's torment—a relentless cycle of picking, bullying, and humiliation orchestrated by these boys.
One of them, using his girlfriend as a pawn, orchestrates a cruel prank on Leo. The aftermath is brutal, leaving Leo battered and broken, his lunches stolen, his desk vandalized, and his life a perpetual spectacle of misery. Despite the torment, teachers turn a blind eye, swayed by the boys' status and influence.
Amidst this torment, Zakai, Leo's sole friend, dares to stand up for him. For a brief respite, the bullying ceases, but the relief is short-lived. Tragically, Zakai succumbs to the weight of the bullying, taking his own life. With his protector gone, Leo becomes the target once more, enduring three years of relentless torment until the bullies finally depart for college.
As Leo's mind replays the harrowing scenes of his past, he finds himself lost in a sea of emotions, his gaze fixated on the ground below. Beside him, Saki watches with growing concern, her curiosity peaked by his sudden change in demeanor. Sensing something , she reaches out to Leo, her voice soft but urgent as she seeks answers before he passes out due to his overwhelming memories.
Before Saki can unravel the mystery shrouding Leo's distress, his bodyguards emerge from their hidden positions, quickly turning to Saki for answers, they find her just as puzzled as they are, her gaze flickering between Leo's trembling form and the memories that haunt him.
Determined to uncover the truth and stop Leo's suffering, Saki resolves to dive deeper into the situation surrounding his sudden distress. With a determined glint in her eyes, she sets out to meet with Juko, hoping to glean insight into the secrets that weigh heavy on Leo's heart. In the depths of her resolve lies a steadfast commitment to uncovering the truth and offering solace to her dearest
END OF CHAPTER 7.5
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