CHAPTER 01
Walking into the bustling cafeteria of the college.
The dark haired boy sighed-clearly frustrated -for what seems like the hundredth time that day.
I took a deep breath trying to soothe my anxious nerves.
I glanced around noticing the new faces. My brows knitted itself as my facial expressions took on a frowning appearance.
"Great, just great. I haven't been able to adjust to the old faces, now I have to deal with the new ones". I grumbled unwillingly under my breath, tired of dealing with all this entitled rich brats despite being one myself, since my dad is one of the country's most influential diplomats. My mother is one of the best judges the country has to offer. And that's the problem, which was why I told my parents to enroll me with an alias to avoid being recognized.
Despite the obvious discomfort, I still walked into the cafeteria. The need to fill my hungry stomach overpowering that of my nerves.
It's only normal that there happened to be new faces, it's the beginning of a new term after all, a new wave of freshmen have been admitted, meaning I'm now a senior too.
If there's anything good about the new term, it's that I will no longer be bullied now but I really do feel pity for whoever will take my place.
After getting my own potion I went to the farthest end and sat down, grateful for the small food which means a quicker exit, I have no desire whatsoever to linger any longer than necessary. Digging in, I blocked out every conversation going on around me to avoid my nerves from acting up.
Suddenly there was a commotion in the cafeteria which I tried my hardest to ignore but curiosity won, causing me to look at the center of the fiasco.
My breath caught, eyes widened, lips parted and heart hammering.
Standing as the center of everyone's attention. His chin raised confidently. Face Stern and Dark eyes emotionless is a Man of unbelievable beauty. His white hair swaying without the wind. He's the kind of person you can only conjure up in your imagination as you fantasize about your future perfect partner.
Everyone gathered around him, introducing themselves while trying very hard to leave a good impression on him but he didn't flinch as much despite the amount of people crowding around. He looked disinterested but I seemed to be the only one who could pick up on that as everyone chattered carelessly.
I changed my focus back to my food which for some reason didn't seem so appetizing anymore but I forced myself to keep eating. I hated food wastage with passion.
But that was when I felt his gaze,dark, intense and unrelenting.
I couldn't help but squirm in my seat but he didn't stop looking.
I raised my head to confront his gaze. I didn't know where the courage came from but I winked at him,a smirk on my face when something almost cruel flashed in his eyes, I raised my eyebrows in question causing him to look away at last.
I will be lying if I say that our little exchange didn't make me a little excited.
"Hello".
I glanced towards the voice to see a stunning guy of about 7ft, heftily built with fiery red hair. A freshman undoubtedly. Why are all these Freshers so gorgeous?.
I just stared at him without replying, not wanting to anyway.
"Umm, can I sit with you?My brother is occupied at the moment". He gestured towards the commotion.
I didn't say anything, just nodded. I mean I don't own the school or cafeteria.
So that's his brother?, my eyes searched the two faces trying to make out the similarities but there's none whatsoever, only their aura that seemed similar but distinct in a unique way. Interesting.
"Well..., I'm Wrath". The guy introduced awkwardly.
"Sorry, what?". I asked not getting him.
"My name is Wrath". He clarified, making me more confused. I didn't ask again though, I don't want to seem dumb or anything.
"And my brother's name is Lust". He added again.
I just glanced at him with narrowed eyes and he shrugged.
"I thought you might want to know since you have been staring at him for a while now".
This guy is weirdly weird. The names don't make sense to me unless he's talking about nicknames, which I can understand because they both look like the human version of Wrath and Lust. But if he's talking about their real names,then that's not understandable anymore.
I mean how can parents name their children Wrath and Lust?.
"I'm Wave". I introduced myself.
"Nice to meet you, I guess?". For some reason his social awkwardness made me smile, finally someone socially awkward like me but he seems worse.
He looked like he was forced to be here and that made me think his brother might've made him come talk to me.
I glanced towards 'Lust' again, to find him already staring at me. When I caught his gaze, I tilted my head towards his brother and he just simply shrugged.
"Are you by any means interested in my brother?". Wrath asked taking a sip of something I don't know the name of but I assume it must be one of those healthy drinks.
I choked on my own spit at the question before rolling my eyes.
"Why would you think so?". I wanted to hear his reason.
"Because... you obviously can't keep your eyes off him". He stated in a matter of fact tone.
"It's nothing serious, he's just attractive, that's all". I swallowed at being caught staring.
"Oh?". He wiggled his eyebrows suggestively.
I take back what I said previously. He's not socially awkward at all. Maybe he has gotten a tad bit too comfortable with my company.
"Everyone else is also staring,duh". I shrugged trying to act nonchalant.
"Yeah but your gaze is hot and... yearning?, longing?, something along those lines for sure". He observed in a thoughtful stance but I have had enough already.
"My class starts soon, I'll be off". I gathered my things in a hurry and scurried out of the cafeteria without waiting for his response, my cheeks ablaze.
"I can put in a good word for you, you know, see ya soon". He shouted after me chuckling at my embarrassment.
I couldn't even pay attention to whatever the teacher was saying.
My thoughts are occupied by the guy of otherworldly beauty that I saw in the cafeteria.
Whom not surprisingly have become a hot topic for discussion.
I was walking down the hallway heading to my dorm after my last class for the day when I bumped into someone but I didn't fall.
Of course not, I'm not some fragile, lanky kid, not that I have anything against people like that. I have some muscles which were achieved from my daily visit to the college's gym theatre. I also have incredible core strength. I'm a certified top after all. It's just that I find social situations awkward and disarming, that's all. Which was why I was constantly bullied as a freshman.
I looked up, only to come face to face with 'Wrath'. I groaned in utter annoyance.
"Hey, we meet again". He grinned.
"Yay, what a coincidence". I cheered sarcastically.
"Guy chill, I was just kidding when I said I will put in a good word for you. You see, my brother doesn't like when I do matchmaking for him, you know?, so I just let him be. He gets with whoever he wants to but I will warn you though, he's a big playboy, they call him 'SLUT' where we came from, so he doesn't do serious relationships, that's why he's the de...". He stopped abruptly before laughing nervously.
But I wasn't even interested in what he was about to say. The ones he said are shocking enough.
"But it's not his fault though, everyone wants him and his addiction to sex is also a huge factor". Wrath elaborated with a casual tone.
"Is that why he's called Lust?". I asked genuinely curious.
"No, more like...". He didn't get to finish before someone shouted through the hallway.
"Sar?".
Everyone in the hallway turned towards the source of the voice to find Lust coming towards us, his step elegant and unhurried.
"Sorry, what did he call you just now?". I whispered to Wrath quietly but I swear I saw Lust's ears twitch as if trying to listen to what I'm saying but there's no way he can hear us from that distance.
"Sar?". Wrath repeated.
"Sir?". I asked, confused out of my mind.
"No Sar". He said but I don't even know the difference between that and what I said.
"Didn't he tell you his name?". At this point Lust was standing right in front of us and trust me I couldn't breathe properly at the proximity. He looks even better up close.
"C'mon Sar, I thought you said you guys are friends". He taunted, squinting his eyes a bit.
"You know I absolutely hate that name, Sam?". Wrath groaned.
"Hold on both of you. I'm very confused right now. His name is Sam and yours Sir?". I asked, addressing Wrath.
"It's Sar! How many times do I have to tell you that?". He snapped angrily. He's definitely got a temper.
"Your tone, Wrath, your tone". Lust or should I say Sam whispered quietly with a soft tone and Wrath calmed down immediately.
"I'm sorry". He apologized timidly probably thinking he had scared me off with his aggressiveness.
"No, it's okay. It's just that I can't tell the difference in tonation". I assured him with a warm smile.
"What's the full name?". I asked but they both stared at me skeptically.
"I might be able to pronounce it right if I know the full name". I explained further.
"Sariel". Wrath muttered embarrassed.
"Hmm, never heard of it before, what does it mean?". I asked again.
"I'd rather not say". He sighed.
I nodded in understanding and turned to Lust but he was already dragging Wrath away muttering a quick "sorry we gotta go".
"what's wrong?". Wrath asked, sensing Lust's unusual mood.
"I won't be able to control myself if I keep standing there, so close to him". Lust sighed.
"Is it that bad?". Wrath asked again.
"Yeah, cause his life force smells so heavenly that I can barely stop myself from taking a sniff. Standing so close to him, I wanted nothing else but for him to bury himself in me. For me to be engulfed by his scent". Lust groaned, biting his lips harshly.
"Maybe you should get laid". Wrath suggested.
"I've never met anyone who smells quite as delicious". Lust muttered, shaking his head.
"Well, unfortunately you can't have him, he's the assignment and Lucifer won't be pleased to learn that you're messing with him". Wrath reminded him.
"That's why I'm trying to hold back but it's already proving to be a difficult task" The white haired said frustratedly.