Help Me Save the World

Chapter 20 : I Need Friends!

But they weren't as shocked as I was. Honestly, I couldn't express how lucky I was that my sense of touch wasn't the first thing god restored for me. Why? Because it hurt so fucking much when I was limit testing, it was crazy.

The expression of your body getting torn from the inside out while being squeezed dry was the best description I could give. I didn't think I'd stop training because of it, but let's just say god really did me a great deal of favor by sparing years of self-torture.

The pain and other irrelevant things aside, it felt nice to be able to move again. I still couldn't walk, but at least my upper body was working just fine. And the cherry on top was I could speak again. Hurray for that.

However, I had to change my voice with magic because I was posing as this hulking macho dude with full body armor and a creepy mask. Imagine when a child's soft and immature voice came out instead of the heavy, intimidating juggernaut.

Well, the creepiness might be shooting through the roof, I guess...

But I digress.

Anyway, done with my training and culling the bandits in the camp, I flew back home.

Renata welcomed me as usual, and I then told her about today's session. We talked for a while before Hannah came to check me in and end the day.

"You want to play with the other kids?"

"Yes, Father."

I faced George early in the morning, at his office. Bringing my game, acting clueless and spoiled. Alyson taught me...

"It is...risky, Alex. You're still weak."

I was, but that ain't good enough reason to stop me.

"I know that, but I never see kids other than big sister Alyson. Besides, I am recovering, Father. Look how good I can speak now!"

"That still doesn't mean you are safe yet, Alex."

"But I want to make new friends...just like the stories of how heroes vanquish evil with their friends."

"Alex..."

George looked at me as if he was guilty about something. 'Yeah, a bit more. Almost got this. I'm sorry, George, but I really need this.'

"If I can't play with them, then how about just looking at them?"

Intrigued by my sudden proposal, the man's eyebrow arched in wonder.

"Just looking?" He asked.

"Yes. Adam turns two next month, right? I want to join the banquet, Father. I'm so curious about it after hearing them time and time again from sister Alyson."

It was true; I was curious about how the party in this world actually looked. Not that I ever have any experience in going to a party other than seeing them in TV shows or movies.

"...Only for a while." George finally relented after a long pause.

"Yes, Father."

"But if you're having an episode, then forget it. Do you understand?" Stern and firm was his tone, seemingly to tell me that there was no compromise to be had there.

"Okay," I nodded gleefully. 'So no limit testing that day. Sure, dully noted...'

"And you will listen to everything your Me and your Mother will say." Added George.

"Of course."

"...Good. Then that shall be it. I wish to talk about something else with you, Alex."

'Something else,' He rarely did this so it piqued my interest. "What is it, Father?"

"It's regarding your education. You will start your study soon. I have found the right teacher who I believe is right for you."

'Ah, another good news!'

"Really!? When do I start?" I exclaimed in joy.

"Next week...As soon as sir Lodrick arrives at our fief, then we can make the introduction." Answered George, looking a bit lost.

'Next week, huh...I may have to switch my schedules up since there'll be less time to train in the day, but it is what it is...'

"What will I learn, Father?" I probed the man further.

"History and Maths."

'Um...what? That's it?' I asked again just to be sure. "Only history and math?"

"...I assumed you'd be glad after seeing firsthand how much your sister whines all the time."

"It's always fun to watch sister Alyson. She always has new things to tell."

He chuckled at my response.

"Let's hope that mind won't change after your class starts, shall we? For now, let us do with two subjects first. Trust me, those two will be quite challenging so you'll have nothing to worry about, Alex. Then, we'll see how later whether you can handle more or not. And if there's nothing wrong with your health, we can increase them."

"Then, can you let me pick the subjects I want to learn in the future?"

"Only if you're healthy." Warned George gently.

"And if you're able to get sir Lodrick's agreement."

'So I just have to convince some dude?' I smirked at the smell of challenge.

"I will not disappoint you, Father."