East of the Monastery “So, why did you choose to fight me, Selina?” “What a stupid question. Jinx, you know I could never defeat Yukio and Emihiko, let alone Doll. Plus, I chose you because I know we cannot fight each other, or have you forgotten, Jinx?” “…” ************** Inside the Monastery We have been walking for a while. It’s awkward. “Hey, do you think…?” I turn around only to see the girl charging me with a knee to the face. I move my hand to catch her knee, but she pulls back, drops to the ground, and kicks my spleen. “GAHH!!!” I’m sent flying into a wall, spewing blood. This girl… is dangerous. Her kick felt like it pierced through my skin. My spleen feels heavily damaged, and I also have a few broken ribs. If I don’t treat this soon, I could end up dying. The girl walks closer to me. Her footsteps crack the ground beneath us. Is this girl even human? Despite her cute appearance she has strength equalling a dragon’s. I don’t know any race with such a feat of physic
“So, you have time to chat with your friends during our duel? How very rude of you.” “I see you’re not worried, despite every one of your servants being defeated.” “Well, I was never expecting much from that group of idiots. “ “Idiots?” “Yes, they were idiots. One was obsessed with me, two were just needy children and the other one was a titanic pain in the ass—pun intended.” “Guess someone is getting the award for boss of the year. You pay such close attention to those serving you.” “Not just those who serve me. I make it my hobby to know everything about everyone. However, knowing everything comes with its negatives as well. I’d like to tell you more about it, but it seems both of us are tired of speaking.” “Yes. Let’s converse through our fists.” As I was fighting against Elisabeth, I realised something. She is using magic other than Memory Magic. She has been using fire, water, and even rare magic like Spatial Magic. If I remember correctly, Elisabeth said something. What w
After defeating the evil Elisabeth, the citizens of Glabaskhan threw a huge banquet to celebrate their freedom and their saviours. Unfortunately, we, the guests of honour, could not attend the banquet. We had to disembark to the Sakura Kingdom and discuss future plans for Grand Order. "Hey, Haruki..." And we also need to appoint a new cross to take Louisa's place. "Hey, Haruki..." There is also the issue of... "HEY, HARUKI!!!" "Are you crazy!!!" I say covering my ears. "I can't help it, I'm bored." Elisabeth has been bored since we boarded the train. Unfortunately for her, we still have another two days until we reach the Sakura Kingdom. "Hey, why don't I just ride you?" she asks. "Ride… me? What do you mean?" I ask, flustered. "I mean hitch a ride in your dragon form," she says tilting her head in confusion. After thinking for a few seconds, she smirks and says cunningly, "What do you think I meant?" "N-nothing," I say, embarrassed. I’ve become overly self-conscious of El
"Welcome to my Kingdom," says the princess as she appears from behind the large castle doors. The blue lightning streak highlight in her midnight hair catches my attention. I feel like I've seen her before."I see we have more guests. Do not fret, we have enough room in the castle to house more partners. However, as the princess of the Sakura Kingdom, I have the duty to know who I am letting into the castle," she says as she stares into my eyes. Everyone, aside from me and Elisabeth, shudder. She has the presence of a monarch as she stands towered above us. This commanding presence reminds me of someone.Elisabeth steps forward. The princess loosens her sight on the others, easing their tenseness. "My name is Elisabeth Faith. Leader of the Illuminati.""What!? The Illuminati!?" asks Erika as she places her hand on her sword.Unlike Erika, the princess does not look fazed by Elisabeth's sudden revelation. Erika unsheathes her sword and attacks Elisabeth, but the princess calmly says, "E
"Elisabeth, how powerful is Leviathan exactly?"Elisabeth looks up as if she’s trying to remember her interactions with the creature. As everyone waits in anticipation, her head falls to the glass of tea in her hand. "I fought against a demon who held a 'Sin' once before," she says. “It was a close fight; however, the battle ended in my victory.”“Sin? What do you mean?""The demon realm is divided into the North, South, East and West regions. Each region is ruled by a Cardinal King.""Cardinal King? Like Abaddon?""Yes, Abaddon is the King of the East." She pauses for a while and asks, "Have you met him before?""Yes, after I was summoned here. Why do you ask?""Abaddon," she says, tightening her grip on the cup’s ear, "is not a demon you should fight. Neither are the other kings. Do you understand?"I've never seen Elisabeth this worried. “Understood.”“Good,” she says, relaxing her grip. “Then let’s continue. As I was saying, there are Four Cardinal Kings of Netherworld. Cardinal Ki
After entering the castle, we walk until we reach the room with a menacing aura inside. Rai stands in front of the door, her heart pounding. She takes a few deep breaths and raises her trembling hand. She knocks on the door thrice, saying, "Father, it's Rai." "Enter," says an old man's voice from inside the room. We enter, and I see the man seated in his bed. This is Rai's father? The King of the Sakura Kingdom. The last time I saw a King was when I was summoned here ten months ago. However, despite being past his prime, this man has a presence greater than Rai's. Similar to Raizo's. "Father, we have formed teams to search for and convince Leviathan to join our side." "Good,” he says with heavy breaths. “If we gain Leviathan's power, that man will not be much of a threat to us." "I will be joining the search party," demands Rai. "Are you still...?" "However," she interrupts, "before that, I have a friend who wants answers. He is a dragon named Haruki." "Haruki?" asks the old ma
“Is the King… dead?” I can’t hear his heartbeat. No, it’s not that I can’t hear it. It’s faint. Almost gone.“Lady Rai,” says one of the doctors, wiping away his tears. “The King… We did all we could.”"No… This can’t… This can’t… be. Father… he—”"Get up Rai!!" I scream. "It's not over yet!!""What? Who do you think you are? Can’t you see Lady Rai is in—""Don't touch me!!" I roar, as a doctor attempts to stop me. I glare into his eyes, and he hesitantly moves back. I pick Rai up. Did she not hear me? No, it’s her mind. Due to the shock, her mind is close to breaking. I put my hand to her head and say, "Healing Magic: Mental Heal."She regains consciousness and looks at me confused. "Haruki, what...?""No time to explain. Use your Lightning Magic on the King.""What!? What are you—”"Ok," interjects Rai. "I trust you, Haruki."“Good. I will teach you a spell. Just repeat after me. O neftrhud gdo, ighir mavyeditnennnhtd iatin. Bekul ble, aret dcna, mrrcm. Tl aeottortd eya oueorhn gpd m
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