At Zadicus’s castle, Pure Menace.Everyone was busy in their own worlds, they had nothing to do. The war was Tristan and Chester’s concern so they were relaxing.Talking and passing time, Tristan came, looking for Zadicus to discuss when they were going to launch their attack and initiate the war.“Hey, Have you seen My Liege?" He asked, looking around only to find Leona laying on the couch.“He is not in the castle.”Her face was covered with her hand, about to sleep but frowned deeply at the handsome man before her for ruining her lull."My Liege? Why? Is the baby boy missing his brother?" She mocked, sitting up."You know what? It was my fault that I asked you." He scoffed, folding his arms at his chest."Your fault. You soiled my peace by your damned presence." She scoffed back, leaning back on the seat.“I don’t understand how My Liege bears a headache like you.” Tristan hissed. She gasped, pissed at his comment, getting up as they began to argue as if it was an everyday routine
Avin sighed, he didn’t know how to react because he was right after all. “Leave this. His mouth is unfiltered.” Ruth chuckled nervously as everyone left, leaving them alone. “So, who is My Liege going to hunt this time?” She asked, turning her head to him, smiling softly. “Jade Walters.” He replied coldly. “Isn’t she the rat running around here?” She asked, arching her brow in confusion but he nodded. “Yeah. She will be number seven.” To say she was shocked to know would be an understatement. “Why her? She doesn’t even deserve this position.” She argued, displeased to know they will give an unworthy person a high position. “We need to beckon her if we want her to join us.” He replied with a feeble smirk. “Why do we need her in the first place?” Ruth asked, not apprehending the reasoning for this effort. “She knows the way to Ash Zay.” He replied. “Ash Zay? The forest which makes you see illusions of what you fear the most?” She asked in astonishment, not expecting her to know
“Come with me.” He said, closing his book, heaving a sigh.“What?” She blinked, not expecting such a generous offer.“Come with me.” He repeated, motioning her to get up and come after him.This sounded better than dying so she complied without arguing. “Y-Yes.” Forcing herself to stand in his heavy aura.So she could stand. Good. He thought, at least she can bear the intensity of his presence.She is not that weak after all.“No matter how fast or powerful you are, you cannot fight the Obsidian Beast, you know it, don’t you?” He asked calmly as they walked down the forest. He was utterly unaffected. One hand holding a book, the other in his pocket, not caring if a monster might attack him or not.“I won’t know until I try.” She mumbled, holding her arm, regretting saying it.“Nice delusion.” He chuckled huskily, hitching her breath. She took a step back and a monster came out of nowhere.Triple in size than an average wolf and with two heads, saliva dripping down his mouth.Dying
Aziel Persephone and Kriss were walking down the unpaved path towards the headquarters of the Special squad. Thank God, it was nothing. She sighed mentally. Keeping the images from last night with her in mind, he thought everything was cleared between them and walked calmly. They had to hide from people so they were wearing a black cloak to hide their faces but the glare Persephone sent in his direction was clear. At first, Kriss ignored it but eventually grew weary of the looks she was giving him and asked. "What?" He asked with a long sigh, stopping in his tracks and turning to her. "I will never forgive you for humiliating me for everyone." She snarled, the rage for doing this was clear in her eyes. She couldn’t erase this image from her mind and it was infuriating her. "I had to." He breathed out, knowing he had to explain it to her again. "Why?!" She snarled, raising her voice. "They were suspecting you, I had to show them you are willing to do anything." He told her s
Back at Pure Menace. After talking with Avin, Tristan went after Leona, who ran away after pissing him off. “That stupid dog.” He muttered furiously under his breath. Leona was laughing at the end of the corridor but noticed his expression and it was entirely different from their usual ones. “Tristan? What happened?” She asked, dying her laugh down and expressing bewilderment at his serious rage. “What’s with that face?” She asked. “That damn Avin, trying to mix with us. What does he think of himself?” He hissed, hating the idea of him being considered among them. “What can we do? He is our supervisor, he did his duty.” She shrugged, leaning on the wall. “But, he doesn’t have to involve my business. Seeing him infuriates me.” He growled, complaining about him with her. “He is not our Avin, he is an imposter.” He hissed, pressing his teeth together, barely able to hold his fury. “Okay, okay, calm down. It’s been six years since he has been here, can’t you settle it down?” She
AzielEveryone was bidding goodbye to their loved ones, blessing them for leaving for such an important mission. The fact, their beloved are going on a war brimmed their hearts in honor.But scared too, knowing if they won’t come back, it would devastate them but they have to let them go and accept the fact that they might not make it.“I am so proud of you, Son. May success follow you wherever you go.” His Majesty whispered, unable to hold his emotions.Hugging Kriss, not wanting to let him go in fear when he will feel his warmth never again.“Thank you so much, Father.” He hugged him back tightly, pulling away with a heartwarming smile. “I am impontent express my worry, Kriss.” He breathed out, resting his hand on his shoulder.He didn’t want to but he had no choice, his heart was breaking to let him leave even if he had faith in his son but worry is constant for a Father.“Don’t worry, Have faith in me.” He said, trying to reassure him. “If your Mother was still alive, she would
A certain old man, Sir Laire Tademono, The eldest scholar and the education minister, espied at the preparation being done. “How petrification controls one’s heart.” Noticing how every soldier is ready to offer his life for its country, getting ready to leave for the war. “Or perhaps an intimate devotion?” He was on top of the highest building, hands closed at his back, contemplating the situation with stoic features. Glancing at the man in a black cloak, face hidden, hiding his presence, standing behind him.“So, what do you anticipate from this situation?” He asked calmly with a long sigh, not parting his eyes from the soldiers.“They are composing for the war.” He informed him, knowing he is the eldest and most trusted man.Taking advantage of his position, inviting an enemy.“I am not here to discuss their meaningless effort.” He replied in a deep raspy voice, the sound of footsteps coming closer but stopped.“Then?” He asked, turning to her man. “For what reason have you co
“Your woman in someone else’s arms.” He whispered, blazing his envy with this sentence.The thought alone blinded him. “This can’t be.” He scowled, breaking the railing, smearing it badly, slapping his hand away. “I refused to believe it.” He muttered under his breath.“What a lovely embrace, don’t you think?” He laughed, loving his reaction of fury, running his hand in his hair out of stress.“Did it pinch your heart? Perhaps, burned it in envy?” He asked, taking a step toward him.But, curling his hands in a tight fist, he glared at the couple down, declaring, “Don’t vex, this won’t last long.” “Really?” Breathing out, he tried to provide himself with equanimity but failed, his mind cannot eradicate this image. “She is retained to be mine.” He growled.Moving back, steps retreating and left with a swear he gave to himself.“I will ensure it.” Back before Laire and Zadicus were talking.Persephone and Kriss were walking silently, taking a survey of the preparations being done f