The day had come, the day of the royal party. The party was dedicated to the heroes who fought very hard against the monsters attacking the city two weeks ago. It is supposed to be impossible for a commoner like myself to be invited to such a luxurious event. The only reason I’m here is that I’m about to get a heroic award from the kingdom for the bravery I showed on the battlefield.To be honest, I’m only after the reward.No matter what people say. Money is still money.Riding a carriage together with Aster seating opposing to mine. My outfit was a stunning yellow dress with a white underlining color. Cute frills and elegant, simplistic style.Even though I said it was simple. Wearing this beautiful dress and looking at myself in the mirror. I barely recognized myself.I look like a noble lady.My skincare and body care paid off.To girls, appearance is everything after all. I don’t want to look stupid in front of the crowd.“Are you feeling nervous, Konoha?”“No, No, No, No, No, No
Discomforting… I also feel the same way. He approached me with a presence that he knew me. The same way, I felt the same way. But I have no idea who he was.“Are you okay little lady?” Asked William.“Sure, I’m fine…”His movements are very fast. I saw it with my naked eye and I’m sure I was able to dodge the fist on my own. Before I did, this kind-looking man stopped his fist. His speed is at the same level as Princess Noah.“Forgive his rudeness… Are you an acquaintance of Aster?”“Yes…”“Thank you for saving my friend William. You’re truly different from everyone here. I’m glad someone like you is the fiance of the princess who’ll inherit the throne.”Aster said.“The decision is not with me… Yusael will be the one deciding her future… On behalf of the Vermillion family. I deeply apologize again. Enjoy the party.”“You’re so humble… Future king.”“That’s not my decision.”William left and walked with a straight head. After bowing his head toward me, piercing glances were all direct
“Hermes… Is there anything we can do to stop them?”“I’m afraid there is no way… Master Konoha has already accepted the duel. She’s on fire herself. Seems like she’s holding back her fist all this time.”“Hermes, you noticed the bloodlust earlier.”“As a former assassin… I could sense even a pinch of bloodlust. If someone has threatened your life, as a living human, the natural response is to fight back.”Aster and Sebastian look so worried.I’m Aster’s acquaintance. There was a possibility that this rotten prince would turn his anger on Aster later. I can’t drag down Aster because of my actions.I don’t want that.“Zenon… Promised me that you won’t put a finger on Aster if I win this duel.”“I may not look like it, but I’m a man of my word. Aster is beautiful but not my type of woman. I don’t have a single interest in her.”“Then, you’re interested in me? You pervert.”I pointed my index finger to him.“Don’t get the wrong idea, Kanna… You might be cute, but that’s all you have. I do
“Raziel… This can’t be happening... My mommy is going to die if this continues.”Kanae muttered while sitting down on the floor pretending to read books from the library of Cosmos. In her hand was the book manifested by her angel ability, Raziel.Raziel could see through every event of the targeted person. Plus, Raziel can be used by twisting the fabric of reality itself, by writing down the desired future for the target, future writing. Some rules have to be applied in future writing. Writing about future events must be aligned with the present. (Or could happen in the world where the target was.) For example, writing to manifest a unicorn in a world without unicorns will not going to happen. The second example is writing that Konoha transforming into a dragon to eat Aster is also impossible.It was a powerful ability, but the user itself was the problem. She is a child not exceptional. We could say Kanae was just an above average person. Not an idiot and not a genius. What she desir
Grandbell's family's last member's mansion was attacked. Asteria’s body was found all burned down to coal. The suspect for the crime was the Scythe, a power named Asuna, who was secretly a member of the Revolutionary group. After Asteria’s death, the responsibility of taking care of Springwood city goes to the family of Redgrave.Thousands of people came to visit Astria’s funeral. Thousands of flowers were offered in the burned-down house.The motivation of Asuna is still vague and the knights search for her.Thus, said in the newspaper.That’s how everything was presented to the public. Aster, in the end, was remembered as a kind-hearted girl whose sole purpose was to protect the weak.I know she has done many terrible things and killed lots of people. In the depths of my heart, I would like to remember her as a kind-hearted girl too, just like everyone.Overthinking about it would be useless.There is no way I could revert in time.I folded the newspaper and looked at the passing sc
A long time ago, there was a girl who adore fantasy stories. Dragons, Castle in the sky, Cute monsters, Dangerous monsters, Magic, and endless adventures. The girl's name was Lenny Harusaki.The girl was given an intellect far greater than any human of her age. She presented various specialties in many fields. People cheer for her genius and others creep out on her intellectual mind.Despite the various paths presented to her. She chose to be a Computer scientist so that she could realize her dream.Lenny's dream is to go to her own wonderland.The world she was living in wasn’t suited for her liking. Because of the lack of adventures. Unlike the fantasy stories, she’s reading. Why we don’t have magic? Why we can’t fly? Or why dragon doesn’t exist here? This world is boring? Thoughts from Lenny's mind.She created the first VRMMORPG called New world online. Created her own console to transfer human senses to the virtual world. Humans experience the first full dive VRMMORPG that only e
When the sky was covered by dusk, I went toward the said meeting place. The coffee shop was easy to find, considering that it's the only coffee shop in this area.There are not a lot of houses nearby. Only vast green land and three windmills spin as the cold wind blows.While walking, a white cotton-like ball fell on my cheeks. The cold sensation runs through my skin.It was snowing.“The last month of the year is approaching… This must be the beginning of the winter season.”I said with anticipation.I went to the door and opened the door. Accompanied by the ring of the bell placed on the door. I attract attention as I enter.The first one to notice me was Leona. She approached me.“I heard about what happened in Grandbell’s mansion. We thought you got caught in the tragedy… Seems like you prove that you are not easy to kill.”I was on the scene and nearly died.“I’m lucky and survive...”“About Aster…”“... I’m sorry, but I don’t want to talk about her. Leave them alone for a while.
“Being attacked? How could they know we’re coming?”Olivia asked herself a little puzzled. Leona whose driving the dragon she was mounted pushed her away from the dragon hastily.“My lady!”The dragon’s head was sliced by an invisible blade same as Konoha’s dragon. The happening was so fast Leona’s left arm was caught by the invisible blade.“Leona your arms?”“My arm is nothing compared to the person who gives my life direction.”Leona stated giving Olivia a sense of ease. She swings her fist with her magic intercepting the next invisible blade coming in their direction.“Dynamic punch!”An explosion appeared above the sky.Meanwhile, on the shore of the east island, a man covered with black seems to be waiting for Olivia to arrive. Having his face up enjoy the scene of dragons falling one by one from the sky. The was very pleased knowing that Olivia’s plan was foiled.“Her death would result in great impact on Redgrave family… This is interesting. Hey, Are you fine being here? They’