Iglesia

I woke up late next morning , I already knew I will not get breakfast. Rules are rules , none is spared .

my stomach growled , but I didn't mind it .

I changed to my ritual attire , and went to the church to worship and pray , while I sat there , Benjamin called me out ,

" father William please follow me to the kitchen !" he instructed me .

" why ?" I asked .

" to buy property !" he rolled his eyes , and continued ," what people does in kitchen ?" he asked me , and before I could answer him , he literally dragged me there ,

and I smelled the delicious smell of food , and my stomach growled .

" see ! I knew you haven't had anything since yesterday , now come and eat something !"

he scolded me ,

" Ben , this is against the rules !" I warned him .

" I know that , but I rule the kitchen and yes I do all the chores , so you need to listen me !"

" that doesn't make sense !" I told him , totally dazed on his boldness .

" yes , that's what my father said , when he saw me for the first time !" he made a funny face .

I couldn't control myself , and I laughed .

" I am glad you laughed , let's talk later , and eat something , I made sweets and even some burritos !" he picked a cupcake and stuffed in my mouth I didn't realize I was this hungry , he made total 6 cupcakes , and I ate all of them .

" eat slow , don't rush , and brush your teeth after this , I know you have a sweet tooth !" he exhaled loudly . looking at the cupcake in my hand .

" oh sorry where are my manners , so you want it ?" I asked pushing the cake forward ,

" Naah , just take care of yourself !" he brushed my hair lightly , Patting it .

I looked at him , what is he doing ?

and I could see his eyes , growing really stranger to me , as if he wasn't himself .

the bell rang making us both startled .

" oh it's soon going to be lunch , finish it and go !" his eyes traveled the whole kitchen , not resting on anything near me and he restlessly placed his hands loudly on the table .

" are you _" before I could finish , he growled softly at me , " Will , Go Now !" and I just left .

I wiped my face on the run , and gradually just got held by Head priest , " where are you running ?"

" greetings Father , I am going to my room !" I bowed my head down .

" you were not present during the breakfast, where were you ?' he questioned .

" I apologize , I was late , so I didn't attended the breakfast !"

" Hmm !"

" so what did you thought ... about uhh Riiver Vale church ? would you head there tomorrow?"

his voice was shaky as if he wasn't sure of my answer , like I can choose the otherwise.

" I'll do as I am told !" I answered him .

" Good , pack your things then !" he walked off .

I exhaled .

my life doesn't matter to me , it's for people .

I headed towards my room , and brushed my teeth .

Another bell rang in the monastery ,

indicating the lunch at 12 noon sharp .

I didn't want to eat anything now , but I need to go show myself , I ought to show my presence.

I entered the hall , large tables were placed and every father of the monastery seated . I walked up to my usual seat , some eyes were on me , talking and whispering . some of my juniors greeted me .

" good afternoon Father William !"

" good afternoon !"

while I settled there , I could see Benjamin instructing other maids and servants to organize the meal for fathers .

it was a simple one , one bowl of rice and one bowl of cereal . No one ate until the Head priest entered , and offered a prayer to the Lord .

And then the Head priest looked at me , I again greeted him to show my presence . everyone settled , while the serving was going on , I left my table and went to my room and packed my stuff : three attires , usual clothes , because it is always snowy in the Riiver Vale , I packed two jackets , a woolen scarf and a cap, my boots.

and yes , my Bible , and my other religious books .

Today in the evening i will leave this place .

I slight knock on my door , caught my attention.

" who is there ?" I called out zipping up my bag .

" it's Ben , have you gotten ready ?" he questioned behind the door .

I opened it .

" yes ! just going to change into something usual !" I told him .

" I brought some rice and beans for the way , " and he whispered to me ," I even packed some cookies !"

" you don't have to -"

" Head priest instructed me !" he told me .

" oh !" I didn't know what else to say .

" and this is a card , remember me , I'll see you soon !" he told me and puffed up his cheek and left . I didn't open the card . and just zipped into one of the pockets of my jacket .

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