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DICE [95]
"Glad to meet you again, Sir," Dice whispers very softly. It drained a lot of her energy to keep the portal to the mirror world from closing immediately as Xavier needed. Still, it seems the master has enough trouble making Gideon kneel. Dice has realized that, especially since her scans have never misjudged the figure of Xavier Horratio, who has just risen from his long sleep.The master has many weaknesses, but it seems he insists on facing Gideon. If only Dice hadn't restrained her movements and slowed down Gideon, Xavier would have been killed when the ruler threw his dart. Remembering their duel in the mirror world makes Dice worried. Although she protested a lot, as usual, Xavier remained stubborn. Maybe this time, it's not that he doesn't want to hear Dice's complaints, but more about his personal vengeance against Gideon.Who knows what Xavier wants because his master doesn't talk much like Gala, who often gives him a headache. Nevertheless, Dice knows the direction Gala wants
DICE [96]
Whether it's because Gala is too focused on pressing Gideon, where his anger never subsides, he only hears his father's words about Alexander Millian being asked not to die first. What is actually happening? What's wrong with Alex? Is something bad happening? His eyes quickly focus on the spot where he last saw Alex, also the place where his mother was trapped."Your opponent is here, Gala!" Gideon directs his trident mercilessly, making Gala step back a bit with a surprised grunt, signaling that he's taken aback by Gideon's recent action. Luckily, his reflexes are still focused enough; he swiftly raises the sword he's been using to block Gideon's trident. The trident's tip aims directly at Gala's face, where Gideon's grin looks quite satisfied.Gideon keeps pushing Gala backward and pressing him without hesitation. This makes Gala growl in frustration, and he quickly takes a wide stance on his feet. Slightly bending down to move his body, he trips Gideon's legs, using them as support
DICE [97]
Gala gasps for breath, finding it a bit difficult to stand after Gideon's kick landed directly on his stomach. His back also hits one of the rocks, causing a sharp pain. Additionally, his hand got pricked by the tip of Gideon's spear when he tried to block as Gideon disarmed him. The wound is wide and the desert's intense heat and sand make it feel like his arm is burning. Not to mention the various points on his body that are starting to ache.Much like Gala's condition, Gideon also pants while squeezing the edge of his robe. In one pull, the robe opens, revealing only a dirty white shirt with blood splatters and sand clinging to it. Several visible tears show where he got hit due to the boy relentlessly thrusting his weapon toward him. Gideon hasn't seen the sword yet, but it seems dangerous because every time Gideon tries to break Gala's attack, he staggers a bit, as if the sword is electrified.Just like Gala's whip, which Gala intentionally made dysfunctional. This boy can't be u
DICE [98]
The dice completely disappears. It leaves nothing behind except a suffocating silence for Gala. He immediately runs towards where Gideon stood before. Now, the ruler is sprawled, with almost half of his face blackened. Gala can clearly see it, especially now that he's getting closer to Gideon.His eyes quickly scan the surroundings, gazing at the still bright blue sky. It's like a paradox, contradicting what's happening to Gala. The young man is confused, saddened by the loss that he now feels is real, and he still doesn't understand why this path has to be taken."Cathleen!!!" he shouts. But there's no response except the remnants of the battle. "Cathleen!!!" This time his shout is even louder, and he runs. With the remaining energy he has, he thinks that maybe the dice was thrown far away during the explosion.No. It's not just an explosion. It's as if the dice absorbed all of Gideon's Great powers and made the arrogant man fall. Indicating that his reign ended the moment Gala start
DICE [99]
News of the defeat of Gideon the Great immediately spread like a gust of wind with full force. Filling every corner of the Metro realm, even the smallest alleys. It wasn't just a handful who welcomed the defeat with joy, but almost the majority of the residents in the four Metro regions. Their faces, once tense, fearful, and worried as if a bleak future awaited them, disappeared as soon as the news reached their ears. Smiles and sighs of relief turned into their own euphoria.Why did something like this happen when they knew who Gideon the Great was? They knew best how Alexis Gideon Langham ruled. He rarely met his people directly, feeling that he had delegated power under the supervision of each Metro leader. But many of Gideon's policies were contradictory. That's why sometimes the rulers of each Metro rebelled in their own ways. Nevertheless, they still followed the path desired by Gideon. Periodically, they always reported and paid the taxes and tributes that had been determined.
DICE [100]
After Gideon's defeat, Gala didn't care if he had hurt his father's feelings. His mind was filled with the events that had shocked him tremendously. Indeed, they were the winning side, but a sense of pride and happiness did not touch his heart at all. Instead, confusion and high concern quickly took over him. He couldn't accept the disappearance of the die along with Dice no longer by his side.The sacrifice shouldn't have happened. The future he saw shouldn't have come true. Flashbacks that he desperately wanted to erase from his life he now watched vividly. Even though he could prevent it, right? Why wouldn't his father listen? Why take such a risky action? Gala felt like going crazy thinking about how to go back to the past or at least prevent Dice from doing something that would make her leave Gala.His head was filled with many moments they shared since they first met. It made Gala repeatedly yell the girl's name, running aimlessly, hoping to find her. He wanted to affirm himself
DICE [101] a
Gala sat in silence, hugging his knees, and sometimes, his eyes looked up at the still-dark sky sprinkled with stars. As far as his eyes could see, only the sky met his gaze, and there was no other sight, just sand on all sides. The tent where he spent the night was already standing tall. He dimmed the lights, but there was something missing. The die... Dice was no longer in it.The girl had truly disappeared.The die had taken her to a place Gala felt was still within the West Metro area. Gala felt the ground beneath him was slightly higher than before, allowing him to see a lot more from his current vantage point. Mostly sand, though. Upon reaching this place, the first thing he asked was about Dice's whereabouts. He checked repeatedly to make sure Dice was inside the die, but all he found was a small glowing object that immediately projected a clear image.Dice was there, smiling among many surveillance screens that always amazed Gala with her intelligence. Gala was sure Dice was i
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The screen on his right displays the submarine Gala used. In holographic form, but its color is not black. Gala chuckles, remembering the debate where he casually named it Black Mamba even though its green color was quite bright and elegant."Can you change the appearance of my favorite submarine? You should know, Dice, I like black." Gala shrugs. Nearby is a small table with a thermos of hot water, as well as some tea and ready-to-brew coffee packets that Gala brews himself. Why does he call the die by the name Dice? He doesn't need to call Cathleen Dice anymore, right? Dice... die. That's its name now.Gala grins at his thoughts. He slowly takes the cup that emits the enticing aroma of coffee. Then, there are some sweet buns already there. "Ah, I used to be served with delicious food, but now, there's only bread and coffee."But really, Gala now feels much lighter. There's a new hope bubbling in his heart. The two keys to awakening Cathleen can be found anytime. He just needs a jour
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"Maverick!" Alex yells, where his sword has been pulled perfectly. Repelling the sudden and quite brutal attack because these big cats are very different from the animals that have been showing the way to this strange forest. Where pine trees that used to look dense now begin to shift or not, who knows. In Alex's eyes, everything seems to be moving away as if bringing them to a fairly large but rocky place.The sky is still as dark as Alex knows. His sword swings several times, pressing the cat to retreat, but it seems their strength is immense. Alex fights against almost four animals, which have very long fangs. Their orange eyes and hisses are terrifying. Alex is sure that if he gets bitten by those fangs anywhere on his body, it will result in a deep wound. Moreover, if these creatures are mythical, it means the injuries they cause can be severe."Try not to get bitten," Alex says loudly. His sword swings again to hit one of the heads of the creature that suddenly jumps to attack h
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"Okay. Forgive me. I don't know why you keep saying that I'm careless because I want to throw away the die. You owe me too much, Cathleen.""I know." Cathleen smiles thinly. Her eyes again stare at the link of their hands. "We will live long while holding hands like this, sir. Trust me. The time waiting for you won't be long. And when that day comes, I'm sure we'll all be happy together."Actually, Gala doesn't want to release the girl's grip, but once again, Cathleen's gaze is so convincing. "How long?""Be patient.""How long, Cathleen?" This time the question is so firm because Gala is not a person who likes to wait for a long time, it turns out. Especially when it comes to Cathleen. The question receives a wide smile from Cathleen. She closes it with a sweet kiss as a farewell before she really releases the link of their hands."Do many things with the people who love you, sir. I think the time waiting for you won't feel long."Gala blinked slowly."And never, ever intend to throw
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Gala blinked repeatedly. He even woke up with very slow movements as if savoring the moment. In front of him, Cathleen stood with her sweet smile. The color of her face looked fresh. Her blue eyes were lively. Not to mention... oh my! Gala could hardly believe his own eyes."You... you... real?"Cathleen sighed loudly. She walked with a bit of lifting her somewhat bothersome dress. "Actually, I haven't finished my task. Why are you so careless!"The young man stood silent, motionless, with his eyes fixed only on Cathleen, who was now approaching."I've often said that this die can't be handed over. It has a special authentication code regarding its owner. When you intend to discard it, negative energy comes out just like that. And do you know what happens?"Gala is still confused. "Wait, wait! Don't say things I can't digest so quickly.""When are you going to respond to all my statements?" Cathleen grumbled to herself. She carefully took the die hanging around Gala's neck. Her lips s
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Gala coughs violently. The pain in his back makes him suddenly breathless. He falls to his knees with a grin that still doesn't want to diminish even a bit. How could it diminish when he repeatedly had to hit trees or large rocks around him. The die still can't be touched again and emits a stronger blue light. Gala still remembers the first time they met in that corridor. The blue light... bright but also makes his heart quite comfortable. But this time, the blue around the die is different.Which Gala eventually realizes, the blue light comes from the hologram girl's projection. The original color of the die itself is a not-too-bright orange, not dazzling, but always makes Gala excited. Somehow the die has a way of being near Gala, but that's what the young man feels."Return," Gala whispers softly while wiping the corner of his lips slowly. The intention to throw away the die as far as possible seems to have to be reconsidered. What he is experiencing now seems to be a protest from
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Xavier's earlier remark makes Maverick chuckle. "If you're joking, you should pay attention to your surroundings. If you leave my body there," Maverick points quickly, "What will happen to South Metro without me?"Xavier remains silent. He starts thinking about how to cross this seemingly endless chasm, except for the dangerous fog and steep rocks. He never knew there was a black panther guarding East Metro. He should have asked who this big cat really was before deciding to follow it. Ah, it's all because of Maverick who casually requested the big black cat for this Gala search.For some reason, his heart is restless, and everything revolves around the dice. He feels that the dice did something to Gala, and that fear is proven. In front of him is no longer the forbidden forest where the end should be a twin hill, one of its slopes slightly sloping. Indicating the border with North Metro, but what he sees is no longer what he imagined. Everything looks very different.He has lived for
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Moreover, until that moment, his whereabouts were unknown. And now, for some reason, what really happened and what he went through made him even more curious."What do you want to ask, Alex?"The sturdy man is quite surprised to hear a question from Xavier. When he turns, the man next to him just laughs."Your head is so noisy."Alex blinks slowly. "Don't tell me you know what I—""You guys are too noisy," Xavier quickly interrupts, then his eyes turn to Maverick, who is still enjoying his cigar. "Especially you, Mave.""You know, I do love talking. My mouth feels cramped just being silent like this all the time. Luckily, the cigars I brought have enough stock until tomorrow." Maverick only glances briefly. "I'm sure whatever's in my head Alex won't be easy for you to share, right? So don't bait us to pressure you to speak."This time, Xavier laughed. "I still can't find the right correlation about your relationship with Gala. Has my son often visited you guys?"Both Maverick and Alex
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The last trace of Seth's troops deliberately following Gala ends near the Netland village border. One of the quite remote villages but is one of the most popular tourist destinations for residents of North and South Metro. Most tourists come from both Metro regions. The village is still surrounded by evidence where snow perfectly covers its peaks, but it gets the most sunlight. Strangely, the warm light cannot make the hilltops melt. Only pine forests that still grow lush and maintain their authenticity.For this search, Seth was asked not to join, although the man insisted. But what Jiro said was true. At least for the next few days, Seth shouldn't leave the White House, especially when his heart is still uncontrollable. Losing Cathleen must be a severe blow for him. Kyler, who came earlier, also agreed with what Jiro said. Choosing to accompany Seth in this city center.Actually, for Xavier, this search is not too necessary. He is sure Gala is fine. Even if this search needs to be d
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"Have you seen Gala?" Maverick has been quite curious about the young man since earlier. Since that news came, he hasn't wasted any time. Seth Rafael can't be lying, but after hundreds of years? What really happened? And how can this young man seem to know the girl in the white coffin very well? Maverick is not blind to notice that some people, including Xavier, seem very affected by this event.As far as his memory goes about the battle that took place between all of them and Gideon, there is no leader of the regions who did not survive. Everything returned to normal despite suffering some injuries. Only Gala. Yes, only that young man didn't come back. Xavier, who last met the young man, did not answer any of Maverick's questions about the whereabouts of his son. As if they were hiding something, but Maverick didn't understand.They returned with a lot of questions, which also made Mave and Alexander agree to search for the whereabouts of the young man. Although Maverick doesn't have
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For someone who spent a lot of time alone, where he once thought he could never meet his parents again, trying as hard as possible to survive. It doesn't matter who underestimates him. He doesn't want revenge to be his own vendetta. Suddenly, someone appears who observes him, cares for him, raises his hopes, tries to forge him to be better – undoubtedly, the arrival of this new person means a lot to him. And when that new person leaves forever, the young man doesn't know how to face his life anymore.Although... he managed to find both of his parents. He saved them. And at least, what he wanted is achieved. To live peacefully with his family.The sky he's looking at now still offers the same beauty as when he first set foot here. In this wooden cottage, his father spent a lot of time during his visits to East Metro hundreds of years ago. Usually, Cathleen was always by his side. Talking about all kinds of possibilities was also something that left a deep impression on him. The journey
