Sierra was dumbfounded after she heard what’s happening. “You’re kidding, right?” She asked Gray. The other was standing timidly in front of her. “W-well, Sierra, it’s the only way for him to agree.”“No!” She glared at Gray, and then at Xion and Keith. All of them stood still and waiting for the bomb to drop. “I’m not going to let you do stupid thing like becoming the army leader!”Yes, army leader… An hour ago, when things were heated between Gray and Walter, the strategist became really interested with the kid after he found out who was his master. Turned out, they had fought war together when they were young.Gray noticed that he suddenly became more pleasant; maybe Master Elric and Walter used to be closed. When Gray told him about his True Blessing, Walter jumped from his seat and laughed manically, “Why you don’t tell me from the beginning, son?!”Gray shrugged his shoulders, “Sierra told me not to tell anyone else.”“That woman again, huh? Do you trust her?” Walter asked him.
Time flied fast, and it had been more than a year since the capital had fallen. Gray’s resistance army got so many allies from various countries and towns. All of them agreed that the prince of Bealaris must have lost his mind and must not allowed to rule the world.After the army was announced, Gray became pretty famous in Iris and nearest towns. A 17 years old kid who brave enough to stand against Bealaris’ royal family. It was hard to prove himself to the other leaders, but thanks to Walter, they always managed to bring back more reliable allies. Sierra had to admit that Walter really brilliant. A once in a hundred-year type of man. When Bealaris made his move to attack villages, Walter somehow managed to predict it and he sent the army to the battlefield.Xion and Keith became the generals, along side Gray. On his small battle, Gray came back with blood and dirt, and he puked all the time at the sight of raw meats. It took months for him to finally accept the gore sight at the ba
“Here you go,” Xion gave Sierra a glass of beer. Right now, it was already night time and soldiers usually just relax and sharpened their weapons. Also, it had become a familiar sight that Sierra would spend her time with Xion, without butting their heads with each other.For the most part, they seemed closer than before, even Keith couldn’t help, but tease his friend. “You should ask her out for a date.” One day, he told the handsome man. Xion rolled his eyes, “We’re at war. You think she wants a little date?”“Okay, then. After this whole thing is over, you should take her out. I mean, I see your look, you really like her!”“Keith, I can take care of my date, alright.” Xion chuckled because of his friend’s antics. When talking about Sierra, it never occurred to him that one day, he would like her so much like this.Back to the present, Sierra took a sip at her beer; the drink warmed up her body. “How’s your day?” Xion asked the lady. With a shrug, she answered, “Same one. Training t
“What’s with this early meeting on snowy days?” Keith yawned as he sat down in the meeting room. Gray rubbed his eyes tiredly, “Don’t know. Walter just sent the servants to each of us.”Sierra, who wrapped in thick clothes commented too, “Judging that it’s only the four of us, I think he has special mission.”“Sharp as always, Lady Sierra!” Walter came in into the room right at the moment, while bringing a warm cup of coffee.“You look horrible,” Xion said to the strategist. The bags under Walter’s eyes were horribly dark and big; anyone would know that he didn’t get sleep. “Yeah, it’s winter time. I have to think further to spring, you know.”“Right, now tell us what’s with this morning arrangement?” Sierra cut to the chase.“Okay, apparently. I just found out that a strong warrior was captured months ago by Bealaris.” He started to explain, “Here. This town, West Land.”“Who’s the warrior?” Keith asked curiously; he might know one or two martial arts experts in this land.“His name
“Sierra, you still look as pretty as ever,” Leon gazed at the woman and smiled tenderly. However, it couldn’t fool her. Leon had changed. Totally. Whether the compliment was sincere or not, she didn’t want to think about that.“Leon! Come with us! Quick!”“Gray, wait!” Sierra tried to snatch his collar, but he’s already running towards his ‘friend’. Gosh, she could see the way Gray’s eyes sparkled with excitements. This fool literary forgot everything they had taught him about awareness.But who could blame the kid? It’s been two years; not being able to see his childhood friend, with so many questions on his head about why were the reasons Leon left them that night.With only three, maybe two steps from Leon, suddenly a big wave of wind came around them and managed to knock Gray back until he hit the nearest tree. He was caught off guard; never in his life, he would imagine that Leon would hurt him with the intent to kill.“Stupid kid!” Xion cursed under his breath; with Don who pass
“Bring it on!!” Gray roared as he braced himself from the destruction. Leon grinned wickedly; he was waiting for this moment of showdown. The wind was growing stronger around them and the woods around started to be plucked up by the whirls.“Damn it!” Sierra cursed under her breath. It was getting harder to breath and open her eyes widely. “Gray!! Don’t!!” She could hear herself screaming at the kid. However, it was unclear whether the kid heard her or not.Thus, in that split second; when Leon unleashed his enhanced power, Sierra decided to call upon her own. She spread her arms wide and felt her fire brought to life. The wind still went strong, and now with the addition of big flames around.Gray sensed the power and then looked at her. Once again, Gray couldn’t help, but awe at the magnificent sight. No matter how many times he saw that big wrath of flame, he always amazed by her. Now, the snow was truly disappeared, melted down from the extreme heat.Sierra gritted her teeth; it’s
It had been six months since Don departed from the fortress. The good news was he never failed to bring back victories. And the bad news? There’re so much things going on inside the fortress; refugees, soldiers, volunteers, travellers, even merchants, all came to them since Sierra had lifted her maze spell.Now, the fortress became really lively with crowds. Sierra could only shake her heads from the noise. “You really hate people, huh?” Xion chuckled as they stood at the third floor, staring at the yard.Both of them just got back from separate missions and now, they decided to rest together. Hearing the statement, Sierra couldn’t help, but smile softly, “No, it’s not like that. This view somehow reminds me the last time I’m here.”She paused and her eyes wondered longingly. Xion just stared at her, savouring the beauty. “This place used to be like this too. Buzzling with merchants, and people… I just hope this will last; now that we’ve made our location known.”Xion smiled too; thes
Everyone became aware how dangerous the situation was. Gray frowned and cold sweats already dripped down from his forehead. Sierra quickly took control, “Okay, kid. Don’t force yourself. You still have to fight at the frontline. Let us handle it.”Gray bit his bottom lip; but then he nodded. The mages were ready as they chanted the spell. “On three, just let your power go.”“One…”“Two…”“Three!”Gray’s let go of his Blessing, but the lightnings were still under control. “See? We’re good at what we’re doing.” Sierra smiled. Since the first wall of protection had fell, Gray quickly moved to join his own troops.“Lady Sierra,” Walter appeared behind her, nodding appreciatively, “You really level up your troops abilities.”Sierra snorted at the words, and she grabbed her bow. This time, she didn’t bother to hide the exquisite design of it, making the archers stared with envy. “It’s family heirloom,” She added awkwardly.“Archers! Prepare your arrow!”Thousand of arrows were prepared, poi