Marcus's desperate voice echoed through the hallways of the Academy. Despite the intense pain in my head and overwhelming fatigue, I have to save Marcus. I can't let one of my childhood friends be killed by the other... Plus, this kind of episode doesn't exist in the novel... However, I believe that my arrival in this world has changed the story and turned it into a BL... Although I'm glad about this turn of events, I can't let people suffer because of me.
"Maurice, stay here. I'll go check... If it's what I think it is-"
"Felix, if you go alone, you might be in danger. Help me get up and bring me the cane next to the bed..."
"Maurice, stop... I don't know what I'll do if something happens to you..."
"Felix, don't forget that we're enemies... Or don't you believe that anymore?"
"Maurice, after everything that has happened today, do you still think we're enemies? Didn't you say that you wanted us to be friends?"
"Fine, let's go together. Help me get up."
After I got up from the bed, Felix and I left to see for ourselves what was happening with the two of them. When we arrived, I couldn't believe what was unfolding before my eyes. Jonathan had Marcus tightly gripped by the throat, lifting him off the ground, causing Marcus to gasp for air.
"Jonathan, let go of Marcus... Calm down so we can talk like civilized people."
"Maurice, do you think we can still talk? Talk to your new friend Felix instead. If you want me to release Marcus, then-"
"Your Majesty, please calm down. Whatever happened, we can talk and resolve it..."
"Felix, if you don't want to become a victim again, you better keep quiet and leave Maurice's side..."
"Jonathan, let him go. We need to talk like civilized people, don't you think?"
"You stay quiet, you scoundrel. Do you think I don't know what you did a few years ago? Have you forgotten the trust I had in you and how you disappointed me?"
"Wait, what?"
"Maurice, it seems that you can see some things from the outside. You're just like the Divinity... Anyway, you didn't expect this, did you, Maurice?"
"Where did-"
"You're right... I am a demon. You don't need to know how I entered Jonathan's body, alright?"
I can't believe someone like Jonathan could become possessed. Who would have thought that I would have a friend possessed by a demon? As soon as he confessed to being a demon, he threw Marcus, slamming him forcefully against one of the walls of the Academy. While we were fighting with words, the Academy's director arrived, threatening to expel Jonathan if he didn't calm down...
"Uncle, Jonathan is possessed and needs help, not expulsion... Leave it to me..."
"Maurice, are you sure?"
"I said yes... If you don't trust me, then-"
"Alright... Get Jonathan back on his feet by any means necessary."
Once the director left, with Felix attending to Marcus to provide first aid, I lunged at Jonathan, or rather, at the demon within him.
"Maurice, I never thought I'd see you in this position... Do you have any impure thoughts about-"
"Silence, demon... Although I don't know how to rid you of Jonathan, I will find a way to get rid of you..."
"Really? There is a way, though... Your blood and a covenant with me... What do you say?"
"Could you withstand the sight of my blood? I don't think a demon like you could withstand the sight of my pure blood..."
"Your purity is nonexistent... Why do you think I entered Jonathan? You two are the same. If anything were to happen to Felix, you would be just as vulnerable and a perfect target for me..."
"Then... I command you to tell me your name now!"
"What? Do you think if you tell me that, I will leave?"
"Listen to me, demon! I know who you are, and I am not afraid of you, so tell me... What is your name?"
"Um... I think I better leave. Anyway, don't you think it would be better for you to deal with Marcus?"
"You're not going anywhere... As long as you're in that body, you will obey me. So tell me... What is your name?"
"N-No... My name... A-Ah... My name is-"
"Jonathan, what's happening to you?"
"Marcus, don't interrupt me! This was your job, not mine... So don't get involved..."
"M-My name is Samael!"
"Then, Samael... I command you to leave Jonathan's body!"
Immediately, a cloud of dust and a heavy smell filled the hallway where we were. Jonathan was already lying unconscious on the ground.
"Maurice, what have you done?"
"Nothing, Marcus. He will recover in a few moments... Anyway, I think you should go for a check-up or something, don't you think?"
"I won't leave until Jonathan wakes up... By the way, is it true that he remembers his past?"
"No. It was just the demon attempting to invade our minds... I've known Jonathan for a long time, and the only people he remembered were the king and queen and myself..."
"I already know that, but-"
"Father Marcus, it would be better if you went to the hospital. You took quite a strong impact from the fall, don't you think?"
"Yes... You're right... Then, tomorrow we'll cancel the classes. Instead, Maurice, take care of Jonathan, alright?"
"Of course... Now, please leave."
After making sure Marcus went to the hospital, I helped Felix carry Jonathan to his room. Honestly, I think if I'm not with him for 10 minutes, he might become possessed again, so I have to stay by his side from now on...
"Maurice, will you be alright alone with him?"
"Felix, I've known him since he was young... He wouldn't harm anyone if he wasn't possessed by a demon. Anyway, I think I need to take care of him to prevent this from happening again..."
"Maurice, don't you think something is suspicious?"
"What do you mean?"
"The demon's name was Samael, right? I thought that was the name of an angel, not a demon..."
"Samael is said to be a fallen angel, so it seems we have a much stronger enemy than we expected. I think he has been possessed since yesterday, although I have no proof..."
If Jonathan was possessed since yesterday, it means he's not to blame for what happened last night. I also wonder what would have happened if I had let Jonathan buy Felix... If I had let his plan come to fruition, maybe today we would be talking about a crime or even worse...
"Maurice, I think you should rest. You've done enough, and you're injured, have you forgotten?"
"That doesn't matter right now. What matters is for Jonathan to recover and be able to tell me the truth... Anyway, I have figured out who is responsible for my wound, but it seems I cannot punish them, don't you think?"
"Well, if that's what you want, then you can keep an eye on Jonathan. If anything happens, please let me know, alright?"
"Sure... Thanks for taking care of Marcus while I dealt with Jonathan. Maybe, if you want, we could-"
"For now, I think it's too soon. Anyway, maybe later..."
"Yeah... Anyway, thanks."
I'm glad I have Felix by my side, but I'm worried about his sudden closeness to me. Is what he's showing me friendship? I wouldn't be interested in a fake friendship with him, even though I said I wanted to get closer to him. I hope he doesn't hate me even more and try to seek revenge... Anyway, I think it would be best if I get some rest to regain my strength, especially after all the events of today.
I fell asleep, and in my dream, there were Jonathan and Marcus. Something was off about the two of them... Marcus whispered something in Jonathan's ear before leaving, kissing him before that. I just hope it doesn't mean anything bad... I don't think Marcus is a bad person, especially considering his past...
Still, I believe the two of them would make quite a successful couple. Especially since Marcus is more introverted, while Jonathan is the opposite. A wise person once said that opposites attract, so it wouldn't be a miracle if these two formed a couple shortly. It would be quite a good thing, especially because it would establish connections between the Empire and the Kingdom of Poland...
Returning to the events of today, I can say that nothing will be the same anymore. I don't believe a demon can just enter a person like that... I have a suspicion that someone brought that demon to our Academy and placed it inside Jonathan's body... And I know exactly who would do it...
Someone who knows they cannot approach me and is extremely jealous of my friendship with Jonathan, perhaps? Someone who wants to set traps for the nobles and lure them to her side? Maybe yes, or maybe not... I can't tell right now if it's her fault or not...
After waking up, I noticed that Jonathan had also awakened and was staring at the ceiling. I believe he had more questions than answers, but it's worth trying to get some answers from him...
"Jonathan, are you okay?"
"Maurice, what happened to your head? Are you okay?"
"It's nothing... Anyway, I think you owe me some answers. When was the last event you remember?"
"Well, I remember that two days ago, I went to the town with Marcus and then we returned to the Academy. I don't remember anything else..."
"It seems stranger than I thought... You don't remember anything that happened yesterday or today?"
"No... Should I?"
After I told him about the things he was indirectly responsible for, he started crying. He told me that he felt a force taking hold of him immediately after he meets with Marcus a few days ago... Anyway, it seems he understood the situation he was in and began apologizing and discussing our other issues.
"That being said, where is Marcus?"
"Marcus is at the hospital... You pushed him quite hard, and I think he needs medical attention after all the events today..."
Now that everything has returned to normal, I must admit I feel a bit more at ease than before. Plus, Felix has finally become my friend, so... Moving on, I decided to let Jonathan rest and went to Felix's room. When I knocked on Felix's door, the first person I saw was Adrien, Felix's classmate, who immediately hugged me upon seeing me.
"Adrien, is something wrong? If I can help-"
"I finally found the right person for me. I'm amazed by all of this, but..."
"That's great... I'm happy for you... What's their name?"
"Well... It's a guy, so his name is Austin. Why?"
"Wait, are you sure? That name sounds quite familiar to me..."
"Yes, I'm sure... Do you know him or something?"
"I think it's just a coincidence... Anyway, I have some business with Felix, if you don't mind..."
"Well, Felix was waiting for you. He said he wants to show you something..."
Once I finished the conversation with Adrien, I went to Felix's room to talk to him. I guess Adrien was right, so let's see what he wants to show me...
"Maurice, I'm glad you're here... I wanted to show you something..."
"What is it?"
"Well, actually, I want to give you something... Here you go."
"W-What is this?"
"It's a cross-chain that I have from my grandfather... It's the last thing he gave me before he passed away..."
"Thank you, but why are you doing this?"
"My grandfather told me to give it to my friend when I make one... We're friends, right?"
"Yes, of course, it's just that this is your grandfather's last gift, and-"
"If that's the case, then I want you to have it... Please!"
"Thank you, Felix... Anyway, do you want to go somewhere tonight?"
"S-Sure... What time?"
"We'll see... I'll come to pick you up. See you later..."