The Chosen One to Rule Them All Chapter 3
Chapter 3: Bow Before Me, Mortal
Rex looked at the question on the board. Solve the system of real equations {3x+3y=30,3x+y=81. Rex quickly and expertly gave a detailed explanation and then found his answer: (x,y)=(3,1) or (1,3).
Rex's answer left Miss Auram stunned. This is six months ahead of our current curriculum, she realized, disbelief written across her face. Her expression tightened into irritation as she narrowed her eyes. "Fine. Do whatever you want," she snapped. "You could probably teach the class yourself—you clearly know more than I do." Perish the thought," Rex replied with a smug smirk. "You're a wonderful teacher. I'm just… built differently—physically and mentally." He finished with another self-satisfied grin.
Disappointed sneers rose from the male students, their whispers spreading through the room like a bitter fog. "Cocky little shit… always acting like he's better than everyone just because he's gifted," one muttered. Another scoffed, "And the school belles follow him around like lost puppies… just die already." Their resentment hung heavy in the air, sharp enough to cut.
Rex's remark made Miss Auram's temper flare. Before he could return to his seat, she spoke sharply. "It seems someone needs an attitude adjustment." Her smile curled into a confident smirk. "I think I'll speak with the PE teacher—maybe they can arrange for you to run laps until dusk. I'm sure a few hundred laps will fix that attitude of yours."
Rex's eyes narrowed at her confident smirk. "That wasn't the deal," he said coldly. "This is clearly an unfair punishment. Should I report you to the principal?" Miss Auram's grin widened. "Go ahead. Do whatever you wish." Her tone dripped with arrogance. "Tell me—who do you think he'll believe? A student who disrupted class in front of multiple witnesses, or the teacher in charge?" She leaned in slightly. "I dare you to go and tell the principal." She straightened, her expression sharpening. "Oh—and don't forget to meet me after class. It seems I need to beat some manners into you."
If you misbehave at this school, you could be physically disciplined with a paddle. This caused great satisfaction to the male students in the room. "Serves you right; know your place, trash," one muttered under his breath. Ah, there is another god; perhaps this will get him off his high horse and away from our girls.
Regina was so furious that her hands literally tore through her desk. The other girls didn't look happy either. Her sudden outburst left the entire class terrified, and when Regina noticed their fear, she forced herself to calm down. She looked up at Miss Auram, her bright golden eyes now filled with profound disappointment rather than rage.
Regina raised her hand. You're treating your students a bit too harshly, Miss Auram. After class, Rex, you, and I should have a brief conversation. As student council president, I cannot allow your tyrannical actions. Wait until he hears about your influence on your students, cutting deals with them during class, and then, when they fairly prove you wrong, you punish them anyway. Do you think the principal would put up with that behavior?
Miss Auram scowled at Regina for daring to challenge her authority. "Fine. Speak to me after class. It seems you're due for the same punishment," she said coldly. "Imagine the Student Council President talking back to a teacher—the one supervising the Council itself, no less."
Regina didn't flinch. Your threats don't scare me, Miss Auram," she replied, her voice steady. Miss Auram's eyes narrowed. "We'll see how big and tough you are then," she said with a confident smirk. "
Suddenly, the bell rang to signal the end of class, and Regina met Miss Auram's glare with a confident smile. "Let the show begin," she said smugly. "Today, I'll be knocking you down a peg." As the students filed out, many gave Regina sympathetic looks—but they openly mocked Rex. One student even stopped in front of him and sneered, "Enjoy the blisters on your ass and the extra exercise. Maybe that'll remind you to learn your place, trash."
Once everyone had left, Miss Auram fetched a long wooden paddle and beckoned Rex forward. He stepped toward her, unaware of what she intended. In a single, vicious motion, she raised the paddle—not toward his back, but straight at his face. It tore through the air with a whipping crack before slamming into him. The impact was so violent that the paddle shattered against his skull. Rex spun and crashed to the floor, a heavy spray of blood erupting from his mouth as he hit the ground, stunned and choking.
She grabbed a brand-new paddle and swung again—but this time Regina caught it effortlessly with one hand. With a simple squeeze, she crushed it into splinters, then drove her fist straight into the woman's face. Regina turned toward Rex, her pupils sharpening into razor-thin, blazing slits. Instead of a dark center, they looked like tiny solar flares compressed into narrow blades. Her breathing quickened, her chest rising and falling in sharp bursts. She looked dangerously close to losing control.
Leave "Rex," she said. He hesitated, trying to speak—"But—" "I SAID LEAVE." Her voice tore through the room, feral and monstrous, the kind of sound that bypassed thought and struck pure instinct. Rex froze, then immediately turned and bolted down the hall, fear driving his steps. The moment he disappeared, a brief flash of regret crossed her face. She hadn't meant to frighten him—not like that. The sadness tightened.
Miss Auram slowly rose to her feet. "Stop right there, Mr. Dragonis; I never said you can leave," she yelled as he left the classroom in a terrified frenzy. Who gave you the authority, Miss Auram? You have no idea how long it took me to win his favor. To earn his trust? How do you plan to pay me back, Miss Auram? Miss Auram wiped her mouth with her fist. Pay you back? The man is a mere mortal. What is he to you, mistress? Nothing more than a momentary toy.
"Enough of this farce, Ignara… You truly believe a mere mortal like you can tell me—someone born before the dawn of time, who commands space, time, and reality—what to do?" She stepped toward her with slow, deliberate menace, then seized Ignara by the throat. "You must think that just because I walk in the mortal world, and because a seal restrains me, I'm unable to deal with my own people." Her grip tightened. "Well, let me make something clear, Ignara…" She leaned in, her voice dropping to a razor's edge. "YOU… ARE… DEAD… WRONG."
Ignara clawed at her throat, desperately gasping for air, regret flooding her eyes. "M-Mistress… I'm sorry," she choked out. "I'll never do it again. I swear it—please, don't kill me." "Kill you?" her mistress echoed, voice cold. "I should. But no… You still have an important role to play. A role you will understand in time—and it ties directly to the boy you just struck." She leaned closer. "Have you already forgotten our people's prophecy, Ignara?" With that, she released her grip. Ignara collapsed to the floor like a sack of potatoes, coughing and trembling.
"No… I can't. There's no way he is him," Ignara whispered, shaking her head. "He's gone. I—I watched him die years ago…" "You're unsure, then?" Regina replied softly—too softly. "You doubt me? The one who gave you life? The one who watches the cosmos and shapes creation itself?" Her voice sharpened. "I expected more from your clan. You pride yourselves on your intelligence… Yet here you are, questioning my words."
"Whether you believe me or not," Regina said firmly, "he will become a significant part of your life. You will marry him, and he will make you happy. Trust me, Ignara. Tell me—have I ever been wrong?"
Ignara lowered her head and shook it. "Of course not, Mistress. But… I've never seen anyone survive something like that. And remember—the same weapon killed your mother, your father, and—" ENOUGH." Regina's voice cracked through the air like thunder. "You truly seem determined to anger me today, Ignara. For your own sake, I would hold your tongue." Ignara immediately went silent. Now listen carefully," Regina continued. "Not a single word of this leaves this room until tomorrow, on his eighteenth birthday. Are we crystal clear?" "Crystal, Mistress," Ignara replied quickly. "I apologize for my misconduct. I will… reflect on my actions."
"Good," Regina said, satisfied. "Oh—and I expect you to be at Rex's house tomorrow for the big reveal. If you're late or fail to show up, you will be severely punished." Y-yes, Mistress," Ignara stammered. "You can count on me. I won't be late." Regina's expression softened into a radiant, almost motherly smile. "That's my daughter. I'm proud of you." The warmth vanished in an instant as her voice dropped to a lethal whisper. "Now, this conversation is over. Touch my mate again, and I'll rip the skin from your bones. Are we clear?" Crystal, Madam. "Good." With that, Regina hurried out, hoping she hadn't traumatized Rex too much. She stepped out of the classroom, leaving Ignara on the floor—stunned, silent, and utterly dumbfounded.
"I just don't understand why you believe it's him, Mistress. I watched that blade pierce his chest—the same cursed weapon that took your parents. What evidence is there that he survived? Nobody has ever lived after being struck by that blade. Its cold steel has claimed countless lives of our own, a bane and a curse upon our people.
Doubt settled heavily in her heart. She no longer knew what to believe. The only person she had left was her father, and he had always told her never to lose faith in the mistress. " Maybe, just maybe, she could learn to like Rex a bit.
AN: Hey, I know the story is kind of boring right now; it's honestly pretty boring to write, lol. But trust me, stick around; the story is about to really ramp up by chapters 5-6, and I am really excited to get into what I have planned for the story, so stick around. Also, sorry for going into extreme detail about Ericka, Tina, Shena, Lila, and Miss Aurum, now known as Ignara. I want you to get a vivid picture in your mind of my characters. Forgive me. Introducing 5 characters at once is not an easy task, and it made the chapter over 2000 words long. So don't expect super-long chapters in the future. I hope you enjoy the read. Remember, your comments and power stones go a long way in getting this book out there. As this is my first book. Thank you and happy reading!!!