I had to make a mental note to kiss Felix and Chris when I see them next, because this was AMAZING! The whole show was incredible from the environment, to the singing and choreography. You can bet I’ll be paying attention to them a lot more!

It was fun realizing that each girl clearly specialized in something. Luna was the all-rounder: dancing, singing, going around the stage interacting with the fans. Xera was a dancing goddess, she gave a little backup vocals here and there, but when she was center stage you couldn't take your eyes off her. Vermilia was doing the least amount of moving and dancing… But man, does she have a voice! I read somewhere that she was an opera singer a few years back and boy it was true. And Ranva, she clearly had the biggest fanbase and it was clear why. She was an all rounder like Luna but focused way more on hyping up the crowd. She kept switching up her style, basically singing everything pop, punk, rap, just jumping around and making the whole hall go crazy.

I can’t remember the last time I had so much fun that wasn't something I normally do. I’m glad I came here! I don't know if it was the alcohol in me, but even the panic I had at the beginning was gone now completely.

“Thank you all so much for coming tonight! You were an amazing audience and we definitely hope to see you all again! Have a safe trip home tonight and for our special VIP’s, please meet us at the designated place so we can make our way towards the party!!!”

As Luna finished saying her goodbyes my panic struck again. According to Ozeth, after the show I’m supposed to go backstage and meet up with the girls in front of their dressing room so that we can all go to the party. Crap, I feel so insecure! All of these other V.I.P.s are clearly some big shots… And even if they weren't important people, that meant they were diehard fans that knew way more about the group than me! Alright internet, don’t fail me now!

Ok let’s see, let’s see! As I searched up about INFINITY L00p the mass of information was mind boggling… OK, all I need is some basic info. Founded nine years ago by Luna… Ranva is the youngest one… Wait- What the fuck! I have to pay for a premium account to see their likes and dislikes! And what the fuck is this price!?! AND IT’S PER GIRL!?! THIS IS ROBBERY! Ok, fine, let’s check some other sites… Shit, most of them are just the same well-known bullshit. Yes, yes, I know they’re all taller than me I don’t need to read that! Looks like they have a good IT team since their official site is the only one giving any real information.

Well, fuck it, I’ll just wing it… I mean, after the initial hello and introductions, I’ll just be ignored like usual. Maybe Ranva will make some conversation since she knows those two. I just have to make sure not to do anything embarrassing. I can go one night without making a fool out of myself… Probably. I realized I was internally monologuing again because I was the only V.I.P. still here! Shit!

“Fuck! They all left already! I really need to stop talking to myself, and why the fuck did I decide to check up on their interests now!!!”

I stumbled out of the booth and took a running start to the entrance of the backstage. Some staff members occasionally tried to stop me, but let me keep going with a simple flash of my ticket. Thank the void because I was already panicking enough. When I arrived in front of the dressing room some attendant told me that they had already left and that I could catch them on the back exit since it was just down a few corridors.

“Mom? MOMMY! Where are you mommy!? Waaah!”

While passing through the second corridor I saw a small kid sitting in the corner crying and calling for his mom, probably got lost… But… Not my problem. I learned the hard way that being a good guy just gets you in trouble. It’s almost never a good idea to get involved, this is not some movie where good deeds are going to make everything OK. And this place is full of staff anyways, so somebody will pass by and notice him soon.

“Hey there, what’s wrong kid? Would you like me to help you?”

I froze in place after I heard the sleazy tone in those words… Shit. I knew exactly the type of bastard he was, and how could I not! They were a dime in a dozen at my library. They pick up some books but spend most of the time just staring at the teens and kids… Fuck! I was hoping I was wrong and that he was a staff member but he isn't wearing the uniform!

I could ignore this! Maybe I’m wrong! I was wrong when it came to Tolgan and the concert. It’s clear my judgment isn't working all that well tonight! But the alarms in my head… Unfortunately for me, I’m a smartass not an asshole. Why couldnt I be an asshole?! My life would be so much easier….

“Come with me, boy. I'll help you find your mother.” The guy extended his hand to the terrified little boy. But unfortunately for him– And me –I’ve had a couple of drinks.

“Oh really? Could you help me too?”

See what I mean, a couple of drinks in me and I'm playing hero. The guy panicked since he didn’t notice me approaching him from behind, and he jumped back all wide-eyed. Holy shit was this guy creepy looking. He was very tall and thin, and he had these beady little eyes that were shining a low golden black, his fingers creepily extended. His short white hair had a small glow, marking him a Celestial… Good thing I noticed that, because without preparing myself, all he needed was a black suit and the woods and I would’ve pissed myself..

“What! You… I… I was just trying to help the child…”

That expression was screaming guilt and his eyes were already flicking back and forth, clearly looking for a way out… Looks like I was right. I know I should be happy that I was right. So I made the most evil smile I could muster.

“How about you start running before the police come… I bet you know what they do to people like you in prison.”

His expression of guilt lasted maybe two seconds before it turned to shock. He started running so fast that I was convinced it must have been his power… Holy shit that was fast!

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“Umm…”

I felt a small tug on my sleeve.

“Thank you… he was scary.”

I could only smile at the kid. It’s clear he was smart enough to realize that going with him would have been really bad.

“Yeah, next time when you see a guy like that you start screaming and yelling. Got it?”

The kid just nodded his head and gave me a big smile.

“Got it! I'll be sure to yell at the top of my voice and scream and everything! AHHHHHHH!!!! HEELP!!! See! Like that!”

Shit! This brat was LOUD.

“NOOO! GET AWAY FROM MY SON YOU MONSTER!”

No… Come on… You’ve gotta be kidding me. The fact that you couldn’t show up until this exact moment is bullshit! As I turned around, hoping to at least explain my side of the story, I couldn’t find the breath to speak. Why, you may ask? Barreling his way towards me was the same guard that made Tolgan look like a normal guy, who stood in front of the stage during the concert! As he freight trained through the hall, his skin shimmered and almost immediately took on a tough brown toned texture… Oh great, a metamorphosis ability.

“RAAAAAARGH! CHU-CHU MOTHERFUCKER!!!”

I began to remember that as a child I loved pro wrestling, it devastated me when I found out it was fake. Now, people can say what they want, but watching some of those moves, some of them had to have hurt. But I can say with clarity that the spear this rock train just performed on me was definitely the real thing. Firstly, it was a magnificently performed spear! Secondly… Only just now did I remember that I had eggs for breakfast… AS THEY FLEW OUT MY MOUTH BEFORE I HIT THE WALL! Fuck my life!

*SLAM*

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“Ouch! Whoa, easy there!”

I was sitting on the chair cursing and grunting while two staff members were putting bandages all over my abdomen and dusting debris off my clothes. The mother of the boy who I saved stood to the side, apologizing profusely, while the rock train— coincidentally named Rocco —spoke apologetically while looking down in shame.

“Sir, I am so sorry! I have no words to apologize enough!”

The boy's mother was apologizing to one side of me, with a fear in every word. She flashed a look every couple of seconds to the black and gold ticket in my hand, and thankfully the kid came to my defense and pleaded my innocence.

“Please accept my deepest apologies sir, normally I would never bring him with me to work but there was no way I could find a sitter tonight. And please don’t blame Rocco for the misunderstanding! He was genuinely just trying to help!”

I could only sigh in annoyance, because I felt for her. It’s obvious she’s just a busy, underpaid single mom, and I can relate to being underpaid. I glanced at Rocco one more time, his head hung low in guilt. I was beginning to calm down until the boy— No, actually, the little brat who caused all of this started laughing!

“Hahaha! It was so funny! He was like *Raargh*! And you were like *Ahhh*! And then you were flying so fast, and all that stuff was coming out of your mou— Ow! Mom, why are you hit— Ouch, ouch, stop I’m sorry!”

But even through being smacked on the head and led by the ear for leaving the room she had left him in, he still had a shit eating grin plastered on his face. Hahah, the kid was already a smart-ass at his age. The scene even reminded me of when Diana had found me and Cary after we got lost at the market. It was our fault for not holding her hand properly and we got such an earful, Cary even got a spanking because she was the one who disappeared first… Yeah, I can’t stay mad.

“Honestly, it’s fine… I mean it hurts like hell, but it's fine. Tell you what, if you guys cover me for lunch someday we’ll call it even considering I lost mine tonight.”

I gave them a smirk and a reassuring shrug to show I really wasn't that mad about it. The staff members all sighed in relief upon hearing how amicable I was. After all, I’m not an asshole.

“Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve had enough flying for one night, so if you could just point me to the back exit so I can catch up– Why are you all making those faces?.”

As I spoke and began to stand, I noticed their faces all began to pale and their faces gained the same fearful tension from just before. Rocco gently responded to me, head hung low in shame again.

“Sir… You were out for about twenty minutes… They already left…”

I couldn't believe what I was hearing. Are they messing with me, like some kind of fucked up joke? OK OK, no worries I’ll just make them take me to the party and it’ll be fine! I am sure it won’t be too big of a deal if I’m a little late and if I explain how I got lost. But one of the staff workers that were patching me up gave me the news that shattered all that optimism…

“And because of all the fans and stalkers… Nobody from the staff team knows where the party is…”

Fuck.

“Can’t you like, call their manager or something? I am sure he knows where it is.”

The color finished draining from their faces as the boys mother and Rocco went wide eyed at the thought.

“If… If we call him we’ll be reprimanded. Especially me for bringing my boy to work”

“And this is not the first time I’ve had a… *ahem* Situation with one of the guests. I am sure this time would be the last time.”

Son of a… I can’t believe this. In video games, this is one of those moments that affect your karma and decide whether you go down one of two paths… So I can either ignore their plight, demand for them to call Mr. Ozeth and go to the party that will probably be one of the best nights in my life. According to Mr. Ozeth, this party was going to include several guests of honor that I would have the chance to socialize with. And, of course, going there means that these two would lose their jobs considering my V.I.P. status and their offenses.

Or I can just go home. I would miss the party, the food, and the drinks. Not to mention the opportunity to meet and talk with even just one of the Infinity L00p girls that were all equally the most beautiful women I could ever imagine.

But their pleading eyes and looks of desperation got the better of me… Not that it was necessary. I really did want to go to this party, and a deep part of me really wanted to fuck them over and enjoy myself. But I already knew what my decision was.

“I… See… Then please, someone take me home.”

The wait staff began to organize things to take me home, but I was too lost in thought thinking the same thing over and over again. Why am I not an asshole?