LOGINWe kept walking, the dust thinning into soft patches of grasses on the ground. I kept the folded clothing pressed against my chest, occasionally staring side to side, not even a single paw foot walked past me. "You have been holding that thing like it will run off," Reyn's voice sounded beside me, and I jumped to the side before quickly regaining my composure. "That's none of your business. I told you to stay away from me, didn't I? Besides, this is evidence. I am trusted," I said, keeping a safe distance between us. "Evidence doesn't run," he muttered, his axe resting loosely over his shoulder, but his eyes kept flicking to the treeline and ridges. I just watched him silently from my side eye, not fully turning to him. [Unless it's alive host,] the system chimed in, and I whispered an almost inaudible "Shut up." "Talking to your imaginary friend again?" "What do you mean imaginary? Can't I talk to myself again?" I burst out. He chuckled, low and rough, the sound making my ches
New mission: Infiltrate the Silvermane kingdom and conquer. I sighed, my jaw working, my eyes looking around. We needed rest, everyone was hurt and drained, attacking the Silvermane now is risking our lives. Elara stopped walking and I followed turning to face her, her throat bobbed and her eyes went wide as her lips parted. "Calissi was taken with the other kids, I couldn't protect them." She mumbled her voice going low with each word. I froze my brain flying out for seconds or more. "Which Calissi, yeah they can take the dog Calissi, but not for too long though, and well she can take care of herself, but where is my little bunny?" I asked, squinting my eyes at her, her earlier words not yet registering. "She..." Elara started softly. I jerked my shoulder pushing Reyn's hand away, "Don't fucking tell me whatever you are about to say" I yelled, stepping forward, but held myself back as I saw her flinch. She might not be her, but she is still the girl I swore to protect and a
Ursiel asked and I stood up wiping off the tears on my face, “I didn’t do it.” His eyes locked on mine for several seconds before he looked away. “Hey wait, aren’t we-...” I started but froze when the loud roar hit me. Kill!!! “Kill who,” I yelled running to hide behind Reyn but he shifted aside leaving me exposed to the incoming rangers, “Do you have trust issues or what? I already told you I am not the one, do I look like someone capable of holding a betrayal.” I yelled at him pointing my finger forward, [Yes you are host] the system replied then disappeared again, Attack!!! A Goldmane soldier yelled already rushing forward but I ran stopping in front of him, “We can’t lose another soldier, retreat now, it’s an order.” I ordered spreading my hand wide, stopping him. The beastman raised his hand and I closed my eyes tilting my head to the side but defiantly standing still. “Retreat Shelluin.” Riven’s voice thundered and I could hear the beast man take several steps back whi
[Selection Complete. Identity hidden.] I stayed still for a few more seconds before reaching out and reaching towards his mask. Before my fingers could grab it, a stone knocked my knuckles, shifting my fingers away. The attacker took the opportunity to flee, running fast across the valley. A shaky sigh escaped my lips, a breath I didn't know I was holding. My eyes searched for a quick exit from the valley, but I found none, then resorted to climbing. I placed a hand on the sand wall, losing my grip in, and another, then raised my leg. Once the other leg was lifted off the ground, I fell back, hitting my head, sharp stones tearing the inner flesh of my nails. "Light help me," I groaned, forcing my aching body up. I turned to the side and ran following the path the attacker had taken. For several seconds I kept running, but stopped near a dark cave. Slowly, I took a step closer, peering in, but saw nothing. "Hello?" I called, but my voice echoed out. Then, reluctantly, I took one s
I froze. "You disgusting freak, get off me!" I screeched, wriggling in his tight grip, but his fingers only tightened, pressing me more into the ground. "What do you want?" I yelled out, turning my face away to avoid his leering, leaking mouth. "Mainly you, then your kingdom can follow as a bonus," the man's annoying voice sounded again in my ear, and I squeezed my face in disgust. His rough fingers trailed down my cheek to both sides of my jaw before applying pressure. I squeezed my lips shut, glaring hardly at him. "Someone told us the famous villainess will come with the Goldmane army to die for her sins," he paused, his eyes turning greedy. "It seems it's true. No one here cares whether you live or die," he added, smiling widely. I shook my head, forcing tears out of my eyes. "Speak to me, Princess," he probed, applying more pressure to my jaw, and my lips popped open. He smiled triumphantly. "Wait, wait!" I screamed, moving my head from side to side, becoming dizzy. "Who told
"Reyn!" I yelled instinctively, leaping towards him. I arched my back, shutting my eyes tight. My arm hit the ground first, rough and hot from the day's heat. "Argh!" I groaned, rolling over and holding my scratched arm. Where's the arrow? My hand flew to my back, searching for something I was sure wasn't there. "Serena, are you crazy?" I heard Reyn's loud call beside me. His figure covering my fallen frame, my head left the ground and was being turned from side to side. I pushed his hand away with a groan. "Stop it, I am fine." I groaned again, sitting up. My eyes instantly locked with the arrow embedded deep in his chest. I held my hand up, smacking his head. "You are the one who is hurt, bastard!" I pushed him away, sitting with my legs folded. I could still feel his piercing gaze on me, but I kept staring into space, specifically at the dark figure looking directly at me. "You risked your life for me," he said, a small smile forming on his lips as he sat beside me. "I risked







