Second Chance

Chapter 9: Heavy is the Head

Wellston Private High School:

Hallway, 9:10 AM

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After John finished his dealings with Arlo he continued down the halls, purposely avoiding class as he had more business to attend to. Wandering, John eventually found himself in front of Vaughn's office, exactly where he needed to be.

*Will Blyke report to the Headmaster's office, Blyke to the Headmaster's office*

The intercom rang through the halls and classrooms of Wellston, searching for the red headed former Jack. Hearing the call, Blyke left his classroom and began his walk to the office.

Upon opening the door, Blyke immediately noticed the raven haired king, John.

'What is he doing here... I've already seen him enough today, and on top of that Remi forced me to thank him!' Blyke thought to himself.

"Ah Blyke, good to see you!" The headmaster greeted Blyke.

"We have some Royal business to discuss. John here has a proposition for you. He asked me to take this matter into my own hands, but I only see this working if you both agree to the idea" Vaughn informed Blyke.

"Blyke" John called. "I want you to take over as king... I think the crown would be better in your hands than mine" John proposed.

"Besides, your popularity among the students of Wellston is leagues ahead of mine because of obvious reasons. So please, take it" John asked of Blyke.

"..."

Blyke stood still, silent, putting on an act to look like he was thinking, but in his mind he already had an answer.

"Fight me!" Blyke challenged John.

"No..." John responded.

"Why not, when did you become such a coward? Since when does John Doe not want to fight?" Blyke angrily questioned John.

"It's not cowardice Blyke... Since when did you become so eager to visit the infirmary? I'm trying to give away a title that you never agreed with me having, and now you won't take it!?" John questioned him right back.

"That's exactly the issue! You are giving it away, you are throwing your burden onto me AND taking away my opportunity to beat you down in front of everyone!" Blyke fired back.

"Enough you too. I was hoping that I would not have to intervene but it appears that I must. John, I am disappointed that you are attempting to give away your title, and Blyke, I am disappointed that you are so eager to keep creating fights!" Stated Vaughn.

"For now, John you shall remain king until you both can settle this, together" Vaughn concluded.

"Fine" John and Blyke said in unison.

"You are dismissed" Vaughn ended the meeting.

Leaving the room John and Blyke had nothing to say to each other, but certainly exchanged several glares and dirty looks out of disgust for the other.

However, once in the hallway, Blyke decided to speak up as he wasn't done with John just yet. The difference is that he didn't use his voice, but his ability.

Eyes glowing, Blyke called out to John.

"John, copy my ability, you have a challenge to accept" Blyke called.

"I said no, Blyke. I mean it. I didn't save your ass only to beat you the next day" John reasoned with him.

"I don't care! If you don't activate your ability I will make you!" Blyke continued to challenge John.