Code Name: Ryu

Heroes

After saving the King, we get ready to depart in search of Leviathan.

"So, where exactly are we going to?"

"There is a town in the west called Serpent’s Nest. It is a town filled with outlaws. One of those outlaws, in particular, is who we want to capture."

"And he is?"

"She is a former Valkyrie Knight. Elsie Bloom. She is quite dangerous, even more so than Erika here."

I look at Erika and say, "Not to be disrespectful, but how powerful is Erika?"

She clutches her sword and says, irritated, "How about we find out?"

"Erika. Put your blade away, we do not have time for..."

I raise my hand and say, "Wait. I want to play this out."

"What?" Rai stares at me and says, "Fine. I will allow it; however, only for a minute. Elsie will not remain in Serpent’s Nest forever."

"A minute is all I need," I say, smiling. We stand opposite each other. "Are you okay with this?" I ask her.

"If you continue your conceited way, then this will be a short battle," she says, irritated.

"Conceited? T