A Milpha's Rage (Born of Hate and Shadow Series)

Chapter 15

“So, you’ve come for me too,” came a booming voice. Contrary to what one might have believed, the loud voice lacked vitality.

Indeed, the owner of the said voice was in their death throes. Their presence, their very being, was almost nonexistent.

But they did not beg for their lives.

“I had a feeling you might. Tell me one thing. T-this… This isn’t the first time you’ve snuffed me out, right?”

A figure, though imperceptible while they spoke, revealed themselves. Then, the figure replied evenly after a bit of hesitation. “……No.”

“Haaah… I th-thought as much. W-why do you cling to a dying wish? A barely audible cry none but yourself can comprehend? Why do you tether yourself to time, letting it whisk you however it desires…? Did you truly believe their words would come to pass?” A pause. “I hate to tell you, old friend, but not even you can achieve it. It is beyond what one can accomplish alone.”

“…Then I’ll keep trying,” the figure retorted. “…No matter how long. No matt