"Hughhh…Hufff…Hufff…" Breathing heavily, Ray took his rod out of her. His eyes were calm as he looked into Aella's. He leaned towards her and closed in on her. His breath touching hers, he kissed her hard. As he did, he made sure to make her feel his emotions. So she could know that he loves her and will always do.
They kissed until out of breath. Ray hugged her tightly and she hugged him back. They were overflowing with emotions. Ray felt a new sense of achievement. Having it done with her, he felt having conquered over the world.
Well, he actually did. He conquered his world and that world was Aella. They laid down for a few minutes silently, feeling the emotions and appreciating each other's warmth.
Ray looked at her and said softly, "Lets go. It has been some time, they would have been waiting for us,"
"Please. Stay like this for a bit more. We will go after that," Aella replied. She tightened her grip around Ray's arm and hugged him even tightly.
"Okay. I am here for you," Ray didn't resist and higher her back. He let her be with him. No one knew what the future held and this was the best time to save the moment as a memory and keep it deeply in their heart.
Meanwhile,
Sirius looked at the head nurse as she looked back at him. They were sitting around a table with four more people. Right now, they were waiting for Ray to arrive and they had been doing so for the past half an hour.
"Where is he?" Asked Nia. She was annoyed over Ray's carelessness over such an important matter as this and also that waiting for so long had disturbed her plans too.
"He will be here soon. He is a bit busy," Sirius replied.
"Hmph… you have been saying this for the past half an hour," Hailey harrumphed and crossed her arms in anger. This was her way of showing her disapproval and disappointment at Ray's leadership.
Sirius ignored her as usual and so did the others. This led her getting even angrier. However, she just stayed silent. She knew that saying anything more would only lead to her disrespect.
A few minutes later,, The door was opened and Ray entered the head nurse's office. He was wearing a fresh set of clothes and his hair were dripping wet from the bath he just took. A big smile graced his face as he came in humming like a man who just achieved the biggest goal of his life.
"Hey Ray," Sirius waved his hand. Bringing him out of h reverie, Ray stopped humming and looked around him. Seeing everyone sitting in front of him, he nodded his head and turned silent.
Taking a set besides Sirius, he nudged him twice as Sirius told him telepathically, "Thanks to you being this late, we have two annoyed girls to deal with. Also, congratulations,"
"Uhm… thanks," Hearing Sirius congratulate him, Ray blushed slightly and thanked him.
Regaining his composure, Ray looked around at others and nodded as a greeting. He knew that his act just now had made them a bit confused over his intention. After all, it was to be a serious meeting and he just entered humming like a fool.
"Ahmm…" Clearing his throat to get everyone's attention, Ray started the meeting, "First of all. I am sorry for the delay,"
"Just get to the topic," arrogantly cutting him, Hailey stood up and banged her hands on the table as she spoke, "I don't care for anything else. I don't have much time to spare, so hurry up," She said so in a very demanding manner and it just pissed Ray off.
His eyes flashed with anger as the easy going smile on his face vanished. He looked at her and then at the head nurse. Only to see the head nurse shaking her head in disapproval.
Exhaling lightly, he motioned her to take a seat and spoke, "I know everyone's time is important and what I was busy with was the most important thing in my life. So I don't want anyone telling me what is important and what is not. Also, I don't think anyone has the right to tell me what to do. As for why? That's pretty easy. I have done more for everyone than everyone sitting here,"
Saying all this, Ray was arrogant and he wasn't wrong for being like that. He had been doing his best for everyone. He had been fighting even before all of this started and this was how they were going to be with him?
He wasn't going to accept. At least not from some brat who hadn't done any hard work their whole life.
"Ray, calm down," Sirius judged him and calmed his anger. He knew how much Ray hated Hailey but this wasn't the time to get furious.
All this while, the head nurse remained silent. This was a matter between kids and she wasn't going to interfere. Not until it escalated into something. Till then, she would remain neutral and silent. She would only interfere in the important matters or when she thought the need to.
"So, I called this meeting here to let everyone know that I have found a way to curb the issue of lacking food supplies," Ray changed the topic as he broke the news. He knew that given his recent outrage, he needed to put the situation in his favor.
"Huh? Are you sure?" Nia asked in surprise. She knew that the news was important but didn't expect it to be this surprising.
"Yes, I am sure and the team I traveled with have all tried the alternative food source. We are in front of you and are completely fine," Ray answered.
Turning to Sirius, he nodded to him.
Sirius understood what Ray meant and stood up from his chair. He walked to a small food tray in a corner and pushed it to the table. Removing the cloth covering the tray, he revealed a row of plates with sizzling hot dishes placed on them.
He placed the plates on the table and served everyone a serving. Looking at them staring back at him, he raised an eyebrow and asked, "What? It isn't poison. Just some food,"
Walking back to his seat, he picked up the fork and stabbed the piece of meat in his plate and put it in his mouth. He started chewing it loudly. His face had apparent pleasure on it as it displayed just how much he enjoyed the meat.
Everyone else just stared at him with their eyes wide open. Sirius was acting really strange for his usual behavior and this made it seem as if something fishy was going on here.
They turned to look at Ray. Their expression clearly asking for answers. Ray looked back at them and smiled as he spoke, "Well, Sirius loves meat. As for what this is. It is as you all see, it's a small gesture from my side as an apology for being this late,"
Picking up the fork and knife, he cut a small piece of best and placed it in his mouth. He started eating as well but did so with much elegance. This was in stark contrast to Sirius but Ray didn't care.
He had achieved what he wanted to and he would just wait and see what everyone would do.
Seeing both of them enjoying themselves, the head nurse decided to join along with them as she started eating as well. Seeing the head nurse, Nia followed.
Of the people present, half of them enjoyed the food while the other half just looked at their faces.
"What are you guys waiting for? It will turn cold by then," Nia asked in confusion. She didn't know why they weren't enjoying the food while it was still enjoyable.
"Well. You know that we don't have any beef available here and what you are eating resembles beef a lot. So, I may ask Ray. Where did this come from?" Hailey spoke? Her voice was cold and her expression calm. It seemed as if she was accusing Ray of something and it did make sense.
There was no such food in the infirmary and here Ray was, serving everyone good pieces of meat that could have been used in much more efficient ways.
"Well, I know your concern but as I said, I have solved the problem to food shortage and what you see on your plates is exactly the solution," Ray replied. He put his fork down and cleaned his face with a cloth.
Standing from his chair, he looked at everyone and spoke, "During my expedition. I experimented a bit and found out that the very trolls we kill are a good source of nutrition. With the help from my team members, I checked the troll's meat and after a few bites, I found it safe to eat. It's just that we have to cook it for longer times and season it a bit more to make it more appetizing. Other than that, it is verified by a poison ability user that it has no harm to our body,"
"Are you sure?" The head nurse asked.
"Yes, I am. I have personally tested it and it is nod different from usual meat. Also, it is more nutritious and has a lot of benefits for us, especially those who haven't started leveling up yet. It will allow them to build a strong base and strengthen their constitution," He answered with confidence.
"Okay then. I believe you. The food I just ate tastes no different. It is a bit hard to chew and the texture is a bit different. It doesn't matter. As for the safety, we will do a few more tests. Other than that, Ray; I thank you for your solution. It will help everyone here a lot," The head nurse replied. She thanked Ray and gave orders simultaneously. She has decided to take this matter in her hands because she only trusted herself with the safety of the students.
No one knew what plans were going on in the background and what steps may be taken by their enemies after the news of it got out.
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