The Time I Got Reincarnated As An Extra

257  Akane Blackheart [3]

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Amon headed up the stairs, clearing his expression.

Tap. Tap.

His steps resounded on the stage as he was instantly greeted by a barrage of lights shoved into him.

Multiple waves of cheers also resounded throughout the hall, the loudest being from Amelia and Ren.

Even Katherine didn't cheer that much as compared to those two.

Nevertheless, even the audience couldn't say anything against his rank.

He had clearly shown his improvement and strength clearly.

Dominated every single match.

Destroyed Michael with the same amount of elements.

Completely demolished through the team matches.

What else was there left to see for them?

Not to mention, the written test results they had received weeks ago also put him in 4th place.

The first three, were Michael, Charlotte and Elizabeth respectively.

Hearing their loud claps from his friends and sister, a warm smile spread on Amon's lips.

It was a smile that truly showed his happiness.

Because unlike his past life, he truly felt this time that he had people to back him up.

People are more than just his family members.

However, that smile quickly disappeared once he saw Akane in front.

Seeing her up close, Amon's heart skip a beat unintentionally.

She was even more beautiful and unbelievable.

Those curves and beautiful features made a man rethink twice if someone so beautiful could even exist on Earth.

However, unlike other people, Amon wasn't affected by it much except to the point of maybe dozing off for 1 or 2 seconds or his heart skipping a beat.

In his mind and heart, there was a woman much more beautiful than her.

Two people in fact. Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Steeling himself, Amon controlled himself and decided to finally do it.

This event for him wasn't just a chance to meet Akane and also gain his new 1st rank.

Rather…

Tap.

As soon as Amon's step planted on the ground, a storm of aura unleashed from within, encasing the whole hall.

The claps and cheers instantly came to a halt as pin drop silence covered the expanse.

A pressure had descended upon everyone now.

No.

It wasn't just one pressure.

They were multiple ones.

Different kind of hues could be seen around Amon's body in different colors.

However, the one that made them fear him the most and almost made them avert their eyes in despair was…

The amethyst-blackish flame-like aura that dwarfed all other colors around him.

It was as if swirled around his form, just like Darkness for Akane.

It was completely destructive in nature and felt cold to the touch.

But at the same time…

It was the type of cold that crept fear into the hearts of everyone in the hall, drenching their clothes in sweat.

His smile fading, Amon's expression morphed into a mask of coldness and indifference.

Yes, this event was also a chance for him to cement his power and rank in front of everyone.

It was a threat.

To all the people in disguise and the students here.

That is his rank…

That the presence he carries with him now…

It wasn't just in name and it wasn't just for show.

The cold pressure that covered the whole building showcased that along with his rank, Amon also had the power to back it up.

And surely enough, by now, everyone had this engraved in their hearts.

Let alone those other colors…

Just that hollow cold flame was enough to make them almost cower before him…

It was as if it was a hollow void that ate away at everything they carried in their hearts.

And Amon wanted just that.

His icy eyes focused on the front, almost widening by a moment's surprise when he saw Akane still composed as ever.

She was completely unbothered by his aura.

Whether it was the lack of strength in Amon's presence or her being accustomed to this..

Amon didn't know.

But what he did know was that…

Tap.

Amon stepped before Akane.

She was definitely an interesting woman.

Unlike others however, Amon only extended his hand for the prize.

He had no mood for pleasantries or anything of sorts with her, clearly showing to everyone that he wasn't charmed by her.

This elicited a wave of surprise among the audience as despite not even wanting to find Akane charming, the men were unable to resist her allure.

The only two before Amon who had acted similarly to him were Ren and Michael.

The former being too lazy to even focus at her and the latter being too pure to find her looks charming in any sexual way.

But as Amon extended his hand for his prize, he was suddenly taken by shock.

Vain, who had been completely normal till now, suddenly went berserk, surging to get out.

A sharp sting of pain swept through Amon's body but he grit his teeth silently and controlled the snake at the last moment.

Before he could ask the familiar what just happened to him, the black-haired boy was taken by even more shock when a hand shot forward…

And wrapped around his hand into a handshake.

Amon's eyes widened along with the rest of the audience in the hall, as their jaws dropped at Akane.

Amon's eyes flickered upwards where he saw Akane standing dangerously close to him.

The familiar lavender scent from the previous illusion wafted into Amon's nostrils from her hair as she stood this close.

Her glossy lips had spread into a charming playful smile as she looked at Amon.

And the latter knew that this time, it wasn't an illusion.

As the audience, just like him, were also covered in shock by what was happening.

Had she just smiled for the first time?

Not only that but she had also moved and taken Amon's hand into a handshake.

The young man could even feel the pale softness of her skin, the warmth melting against the coldness of his rough hands.

"You must be Amon Ashford right? The younger brother of Student Katherine?" Akane asked, her melodic and calm voice penetrating Amon's ears like a song.

Amon, who was still shocked quickly composed himself and nodded, his pressure still up in the air.

He nodded, trying to break the handshake but was once again taken aback when Akane's grip tightened subtly around his hand, forcing it to stay in place.

The skin of her hand pressed even more against his hand, melting against it.

But Amon focused on the conversation.

"Yes, I am Miss Akane."

Akane let out a playful chuckle, placing her free hand in front of her lips.

"Indeed, you are a lot different than everyone here." Her lips spread further as her black eyes bore into his black ones.

At the same time, she let go of his hand slowly, her fingers trailing over the back as she let go, almost as if making his hand seek for her warmth again.

"I heard about your achievements in the midterms. Quite impressive, I was pleasantly surprised." She said, leaning a tad bit closer, almost making it seem intentional as her hot breath impacted against Amon's cheeks.

'This woman..'

"You flatter me, Miss Akane." Amon returned her smile, showing no signs of breaking composure.

Right now, it was as if the shocked audience had faded around the both of them.

Akane and Amon were just conversing with each other in their own little world.

"For a student of your age, just having that rank and those battle abilities would place you in the top among the geniuses." Akane said.

Suddenly, she took a step even closer, her heel landing right beside Amon's toe that remained unmoved.

"However…" Her hot breath tickled against his ears as Amon's expression remained indifferent.

"Having multiple elements for the first time in the history of this kingdom, no, this world places you in a rank completely above all else."

She raised her hand, her black-polished fingernail almost tapping against his chest before she retracted it.

"It makes you special."

She leaned closer, her lips almost touching his ear lobe now.

"It makes you feel isolated as well. In need of someone that can give you warmth."

Amon felt as if an invisible hand of hers had suddenly caressed his cheek, making it feel warm.

But then, as if all of a sudden, she stepped back, the smile on her face still not fading.

At the same time, the world also set back in for Amon, the audience, the surroundings and everything.

It made it all seem like an illusion again.

But Amon knew that it was not.

Akane let out a light chuckle.

"Congratulations for attaining the first rank in the midterms Amon. I expect great efforts and contributions from you in the future." She handed him the prize.

Her slender, graceful fingers brushed against his as well, as if she had intentionally gripped the trophy closer.

The warmth from them seeped into his hands but Amon showed no reaction to it.

As they were both done, Akane finally let go and Amon gave her a final nod and a thankful look before turning to go back down.

But as he was passing her, the finger of her hand suddenly locked with his finger on the side, keeping him in place while no one could see.

Immediately, he heard Akane's voice in his ear as well.

"When you are free during the festival week, would you mind coming to visit me in my office? I'm sure….I can give you some interesting information and proposals there." She said, putting emphasis on 'information.'

Amon's eyes widened at her words, making him freeze in his tracks.

He knew what she was talking about.

Or whom she was talking about…

Arthur.

Amon contemplated it in his mind for a split second.

Though it was true that her interactions and way of talking to him was a little questionable, till now, Amon felt no malicious aura or intent from her.

She felt trustable.

A good person. Amon could trust her.

For now, at least.

Additionally, he saw no problem going to her office during the festival week.

Rather, it was his wish to get closer to her from the start and to know her better.

This just worked more in his favor as well.

Turning his head slightly to whisper in her ear, Amon intentionally let his lips brush against her ear as well.

His hot breath went straight inside her ear tunnel.

"Sure, I'll be there." Were the last words he said before turning to walk down.

His finger dislodged with her and without seeing her reaction, he walked off.

Unable to see what impact he had left on Akane.

Rather, if he actually saw, then he would definitely think that Akane was insane.