Behind her Mask

Chapter Two

⚠️TRIGGER WARNING⚠️
This chapters contains scenes that some readers may find triggering and disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.

Jaize Annarih Vera's POV

"THAT..."

I can't be wrong with that. I know that thing. That's... That's...

Napalunok ako. "That's what they used on my parents," bulong ko habang itinuturo ang samurai sa lamesa. That's what killed my family.

My heart raced as I took in the sight of a samurai sword, leaning against the wall. Even though it had been years since the tragedy, the memories rushed back to my head like an avalanche.

I could feel my breath quickening and my body quivering as I remembered the sound of my parents screaming out in agony. Tears welled up in my eyes and I wanted to scream out in despair. But I know I should control myself.

Taking a step forward, I picked up the samurai sword, feeling its weight in my hands.

Once again, I could hear my parents' voices. They were screaming in pain. They were pleading for them to stop and just let them go but they did not. They showed no mercy.

I was holding it tightly that I did not even notice na nasusugatan na pala ang kamay ko. Hindi ko naramdaman ang hapdi. Wala akong maramdaman ngayon kung hindi nag-uumapaw na galit.

At hindi lang 'yon. I saw a familiar watch. I am certain that I have already seen this before. That night. It was the watch worn by one of my parents' killers.

"Annarih," Alcher uttered.

I clenched my fists. Muling bumalik sa akin ang lahat. Mula sa pagpapahirap nila sa mga magulang hanggang sa walang awa nilang pagpatay sa kanila. Napapikit ako. Sobra pa sa dinanas ng pamilya ko ang ipaparamdam ko sa kanila. Dudurugin ko sila, iyong tipong sila mismo ang magmamakaawang patayin na lang sila.

"Anong plano mo?" tanong ni Alcher kaya't napatingin ako sa kanya.

Napakalakas ng galit sa loob ko at halos hindi ako makapagsalita. Ngunit kailangan kong magpakalma upang magplano. "Si Boss."

"It is imperative that we conduct a thorough examination of this object and ascertain its rightful owner," I said.

It may hold vital clues or significance in relation to my investigation.

He nodded. "Areglado."

He went out to call our Boss. A man exudes a commanding presence and carries himself with an aura of independence and strength. He is widely acknowledged as our head, perhaps even possessing the title of boss. He has an authoritative persona. Regardless of that, he is known to be a benevolent figure who takes pride in assisting and empowering us, his subordinates, helping us in achieving our objectives and fulfilling our goals.

I took a deep breath. I redirected my gaze towards the samurai sword and wristwatch. These two objects, which had previously evoked a profound sensation of agony and fury within my soul.

I will seek justice, and I am prepared to undertake any measures necessary to achieve it.

I live because my parents gave up their lives. It's the least I could do.

Justice.

"Annarih," maya-maya'y tawag ni Alcher kaya't napalingon ako sa kanya. He walked towards me and spoke. "Tayo na. Sa opisina na natin pag-uusapan ang lahat."