I Am Unstoppable

Simon appeared surprised. His expression, too, was unpleasant. Though everything he did was with his brother in mind, there were things in the deep recesses within himself that he did not wish to share with another.

If Elijah were to raise the issue with me, I would slap him in the face before turning around and leaving.

However, he could not do that to Jonathan.

After a moment's silence, Simon looked up. “First of all, we can't deal with members of the Heavenly Rebirth Alliance. Having existed for years, some of its elders have unfathomably deep cultivation. Secondly, even if possible, I won't need your help as I have to be the one to execute it. Thirdly, I hope you will never mention this again. Can you do that for me?”

He was a simple man, whose word was his bond.

There were secrets even amongst brothers, and he did not want another touching what was his.

Lawson's and Jonathan's reactions differed due to their personal traits.

“I'm sorry, Simon,” Jonathan said earnestly upon realizing he had been impulsive. “I will never speak of this again, but I hope you will ask us for help should you ever need it.”

“I will,” Simon promised.

Then, the group began to open up. The atmosphere was somewhat cordial, as Mabel was easygoing.

After a bout of drinking, the group agreed upon a time to begin their journey for the following day.

It was impossible to arrive directly at Eastsummer, Rodunst from Yaleview. It required catching a flight first to Leyrudon, Ustrana, then another from Leyrudon to Rodunst, before finally boarding a train to Eastsummer.

The group exited Royal Well, and Jonathan sent Mabel home in a cab.

To avoid being eavesdropped on, they began conversing in Ustranasian.

The driver understood a little Ustranasian but not enough to have a clue about the more complicated parts of their conversation.

Along the ride, Mabel smiled. “I could tell that Simon and Lesley are more than meets the eye. The three of you aren't as simple as you appear.”

Jonathan's interest was piqued. “Oh?” After a slight pause, he continued, “Simon is decisive. I understand how you might have noticed his innate potential, but Lesley doesn't appear very imposing. How could you tell that about him?”

Mabel laughed. “Is this a test?” After a pause, she continued, “Though Lesley looks meek, he is inwardly strong. Also, he thrives on being cast in a supportive role. If he were alone, he would have the glory and opportunity of his own.”

“I do feel good when I'm around Lesley,” Jonathan realized.

“Right? I have a good eye,” Mabel exclaimed.

Jonathan asked. “I'd like to hear your actual opinion of

froze before a peculiar expression took

nose. “I'm not

merciless if something strikes a chord within you. I won't allude further to this. Your best quality is your loyalty to your family,

“What else?” Jonathan urged.

that you can foresee everything. However, you have learned to rely on only yourself, and those below you have no chance to shine. This is

of anything else right now, but you have another advantage—your luck

his nose glumly. “Does it even

chuckled. “Of course

dropping Mabel home, Jonathan returned to the

was a beautiful night with the new moon

hotel, he caught sight of Simon,

tell what was going through his head as he brooded

glance that Simon

pace, Jonathan arrived

cigarette upon Jonathan's arrival. “Walk

knew Simon had something to say,

to a sidewalk lined with trees

silent as the grave. It was also far enough from common

the junction and sat

He lit another cigarette.

flickered in the dark, intermittently illuminating

your mind, Simon?”

met you bunch.” After a pause, he continued, “I'm scared,

said, his voice ringing with certainty. “Also, we will never turn on each other. You and Lesley can have anything of mine you wish, including my life.

man who had weathered more than a few storms, he did not say much else; it was uncommon

to say to me,

took a

“Then...” Jonathan hesitated.

given my reluctance to discuss it. However, I heard about you and Edward getting

Simon,”

“What else?” Jonathan urged.

“You are brilliant, which is a blessing and a curse. You are so smart that you can foresee everything. However, you have learned to rely on only yourself, and those below you have no chance to shine. This is something you should pay attention to.” Jonathan was momentarily lost in thought before he said, “You have a

one of its elders came to see me a

Jonathan was aghast.

death, and the second was submitting to

deathly pale.

it. Remember this, Jonathan. There is hope only in the living. Dignity and hatred will cease to bear any meaning when one dies. Only by surviving can we avenge ourselves