The Forgotten Vista

Chapter 1

Ghosts & Monsters

◁ Solar System 6098

Planet: Vista

YEAR: 001800

Area: Llydias- Vistael- Wyrnil

A large horde of paparazzi rushed north, holding mics, cameras, books, and other equipment. The unusual movement on the road caused civilians to grumble in annoyance. The reporters soon flooded the area, some rushing by foot, in vehicles, or by flight.

"Let's go, Atlas, before we get snatched by the paparazzi," A short lady sighed in annoyance, holding her son by the arm as she pulled him through the crowd. More and more, the paparazzi rushed past the two, causing the woman to fall over.

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While some of the civilians minded their own business, all races rushed past them, hardly caring for the distasteful glares that were targeted at them.

"Is it today? The press conference with Golden Rose University." A man sipped his tea as he watched the bustle of activities outside the Café.

"Yes, it's been a while since I saw a horde this big, though- the grounds shaking, literally," The waiter commented with a light chuckle, the ground perking momentarily beneath their feet. He then placed his customer's coffee on the table, receiving a thankful nod.

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"This'll make the headlines! Golden Rose University has done it again!" A reporter said breathlessly to the camera; the crowd around him made him stumble.

The crowd kept heading north at full speed toward their long-awaited destination; those in motor vehicles drove past those on foot only to get stuck in traffic. Some who were flying did so in large flocks, feeling ecstatic to be the first to enter the prestigious University.

The winged reporters landed at the gates of Golden Rose University. Their wings retracted into their backs as they walked steadily to the entrance. One reporter turned to the camera, the camera crew setting the right lighting as the lady spoke.

"What is Golden Rose University's principal truly thinking? Stay tuned on VN News to find out. This is Shereeka Watson, signing out," The lady said to the camera. She flashed a charming smile before the camera was cut, and they turned to gaze at the entrance gate before them.

The grounds were built of brick pavements, the gate meters tall, the tips of the divine gates pointed into spikes; roses wrapped around them, creating a beautiful sight that drew admiring gazes from the reporters.

"Ugh, did they want us to wait an eternity? Get out of my way," A reporter scoffed suddenly, pushing through the crowd, earning silent glares and annoyed groans from the other reporters.

"Move, move, god damnit!" She shouted, pushing a fellow reporter out of her way, and stood in front of the gates with her hands on her waist.

Wearing a proper office blazer and skirt and a yellow underskirt. Her heels clacked impatiently on the floor as she glared at the gates. Some students in the academy caught a glimpse of her and laughed, while others looked at her, confused, before continuing with their studies.

Her eyes then landed on the gates, and her sour face lightened up with curiosity. She reached out to caress the roses; her fingers caressed the velvety petals as her gaze locked in on the rose. The flower's bright red pigment and its sweet scent sent shivers of excitement through the reporter's body.