In a split second, he drew me to him.
"Ahhh."
I tried but failed to keep myself stuck. The 9-foot nuckelavee grabbed me and stated, "I told you that you were destined to be like us. You must obey our lord. But you need to be punished because you're such a badass. "
He slammed me to the ground as he said. Damn it! I shut my eyes. I had a tingly feeling in my brain. Slowly, everything got murky and gloomy. After a time, I felt like I was dragging from there. I gradually opened my eyes and saw the monster's back.
I'm not sure where he's going to take me. What happened to my sword? Why isn't it heading my way? But then, out of nowhere, a figure sprang in front of me. That well-armed person first drew his sword and slashed the lengthy hand that had seized me. In my hazy visio
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I was completely absorbed in my thoughts on the matter. But then a maid knocked on my door. When I glanced at her, I noticed it was Kazian, the one who couldn't speak. She walked carefully inside the room. She appeared to be a little worried about something. The tary was placed on the table by her. I was staring at her with such sharpness. Is she the one who came to my room last night? I stopped her as she was ready to leave after placing the platter down."Hold on, "I said.When she heard my voice, she jolted an
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At the south fort.Wyiner was looking through the report on the northern territories.He was accompanied by Yean and Beneth. Wyiner touched his chin. He had a tight expression on his face. "Monsters are attacking northern territory, and they can't handle them," he remarked sternly. "My lord," Yean said, "doesn't it seem like monsters are breaking our control by the day?" "Yes, and it appears they genuinely want to take the world in their hands," Beneth said. Yean gave Beneth a warning glance to warn him not to say things like this. Beneth tried to smile and dropped his gaze as soon as he spotted him. Wyiner was looking over the report but didn't respond to any of the
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Elizabeth and I mounted the horse and began to explore the tiny village. Elizabeth began to tour me around and tell me about her neighbors. I became aware of this. People were staring at Elizabeth with a strange expression on their faces. As soon as I saw what was going on, I drew my cloak over my face and said, "Elizabeth, don't take off your cloak." "All right, Maxilin," she murmured as she drew her cloak down a little. "Elizabeth, do you know where the church is?" I asked. "Yeah, I went there once. But it's been so long because my father refused to take me there, "she retorted.I smiled and asked, "So, Elizabeth, why did you stop me from opening the window last night?" I asked her to I only wante
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That old guy caressed Elizabeth's head and murmured, "You are sweet Elizabeth." "How do you know my name, mister?" Elizabeth asked with a smile. "When you were a kid, you used to come with your dad," he remarked with a smile. "I remember," Elizabeth remarked, "I visited here before." "Would you like to plunge your sword into the water?" he said, looking at me. I took a hard look and carefully drew my sword from my sheath. He gazed at me after touching my sword. I saw that his face was gradually becoming paler. Is he in good condition? I was about to ask him a question, but Elizabeth was with us, so I couldn't. The water began to bubble as he plunged the sword. "What the hell?" I asked, my eyes narrowing. "What is going on here?" I questioned. Elizabeth clutched my cloak tightly in her grip. She became a bit frightened. However, it stopped bubbling after a minute and the water turned black. "What is it?" I said, attempting to draw my sword but being stopped by that man. "Don't take it o
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The opposing viewpoint. At the fort in the south."Did you summon me, uncle Wyiner?" Evan asked as he entered the chamber. Wyiner was looking over some documents. "Yes, Evan," I replied. I got up and put on my coat. He asked, "Are you going somewhere uncle?" I stepped out of the chamber, carrying my sword sheath. Evan was following me as well. "What's the matter, uncle?" Evan asked. "Evan," I said, "I think I need to travel to the northern side." Evan asked, "northern side?" "Yes, I didn't tell you about it because of your illness," I said. Evan came to a halt there. I returned his stare."Uncle, are you playing cold with me?" Evan asked. "What are you saying?" I said, my eyes narrowing. "So, uncle, why didn't you inform me about this?" "Am I now truly unworthy?" Evan asked. "Evan, you're misunderstanding me right now," I murmured as I approached him. "Then why didn't you say something to me?" Evan remarked, "You didn't even tell me where Max is, and now you're going on a dangerous mi
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Elizabeth and I were on our way up. I noticed that everyone was going and locking their doors. "Maxilin," Elizabeth said, "everyone is going back home." "Yes, but don't worry." "We're also close to home," I said. "I am not afraid, Maxilin," she murmured, looking up at me. "I'm only worried about you," she said. Hearing her, I smiled and responded, "Why are you worried?" "What if that monster shows up and scares you?" she asked. "Oh yes. You are exactly right. Then I have to speed up, "I said, holding the reins and speeding up." "Don't be frightened, Maxilin," Elizabeth urged while riding. "I'll keep you safe from the monster." With a smile, she stated. My heart skipped a beat when I heard her voice, "Don't be frightened, Maxilin. I'll protect you from the monster." My mother used to say things to me like this. But now I don't have someone who can tell me that. I took a deep breath and tightened my grip on the rope, speeding up my horse.The opposing viewpoint.A vase smashed on the gr
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Maxilin shifted his gaze from the mirror. I've decided what I'll do next. This part must be finished as soon as possible.Maxilin donned his cuirass before donning his vambrace. He put poleyn, greave, and sabaton in a second. He fastened his waist belt and sheathed his swords one by one. And for the final task, Maxilin grabbed his main sword.He tightened his hold as he checked his palm. Whatever it takes, I will not give up hope of finding out the truth. Suddenly, my Hawki began to make noises.'kack' ’kack’.I gazed at the door for a moment before leaping from the window outside. I don't think using the front door is the best choice right now.Let me first encounter Nuckelavee before confronting these people. I made my way over to the horse stable.The opposing viewpoint.Two horse wagons have arrived and are awaiting Wyiner. Two lads help in packing all of the weapons and necessities. Evan was standing alongside Yean, ordering him to inform him of every aspect. Wyiner arrived at th