The whole street is decorated with colors. Food stalls and games all over the street. The kids were busy running around. A sight that I thought very rare in Artemis City. Ever since I got here, this is the first time I have seen this many kids. Different colorful lanterns are on each side of the streets. The silent city I know is now filled with noise. Not in a negative way. Everyone is smiling and having fun. “I’ve never seen a lot of people gather up in one place like this.” I muttered while gazing at the street. “I thought paradise was a fun place. Look at your reaction. I am starting to think that people in Paradise are living under the rocks.” Kisara said. “I’m not living in the main city… We non-noble blood are living on the edge of the island. Unlike the nobles, we are not allowed to participate in such events. I saw things like this happening on television but I never witnessed a festival with my own eyes.” “Then, you’re in luck… This festival will last for one week. Ther
People walked around in the streets filled with light. Different colors glimmer whenever I turned my glance. A variety of stalls and shops gathered on the streets. The smell of delicious food floats in the air. Kids running around having fun and couples could be seen holding each other's hands as they keep each other company for this one-in-a-year event. Watching them all pass through my eyes. I can’t keep myself but make a small grin on my face. Despite how cruel and twisted the world had become. Humans keep on moving forward and smiling. I didn’t notice this side of the world. My perspective and attitude toward things happening around me have gotten clouded. After I fell from the floating island here to Earthland. All in my mind was the worst thing that was happening around me. I saw this place as no different from hell. I was wrong… In front of me is the proof that the world can still be wonderful. “What’s taking them so long?” I whispered and then took a deep breath. I’m not
“It is really you, Red… I’m happy that I’m able to see someone I know in this place.” Yume said and then give me her cherubic smile. “What are you doing in this place?” “Isn’t it supposed to be obvious… I’m here the same as everyone. I’m here to attend the festival of light. On the last day of the festival, people are making lanterns and making it flying to the sky together with their wishes. I want to try that and make my wish come true.” She is right, what’s the other reason she’s here? Most importantly I’m glad that she is looking fine. There is no sign of her having an injury from her last battle. I heard that many people died in the pacific port. It was wise of me not to discuss something about that event. I was surprised that I’m able to see her again. “Are you here with someone? Or are you lost again like the previous time? Your servant would be worried again.” I said. “I’m here with Koroko but I got washed away by the crowd of people. It is fine Koroko has a keen sense
“Idiot… Idiot… Idiot…” Kisara angrily muttered as they walked back home to their apartment. The blonde-haired girl beside her wants to say something, but she doesn’t have any experience with romantic relationships. All she can do is become Kisara’s company. The reason why Kisara is aggravated was that she happened to see Red and Princess Yume together. She knows for herself that he doesn’t have any right to be angry, because she and Red don’t have any romantic relationship. But something inside her chest suddenly tightens. Having them seen laughing with each other made her feel jealous. If she is being honest about her feelings. She wondered if she was the one together with Red during that time. I told him that he's not allowed to date anyone… But he still manages to have someone with him. Am I not enough? Am I not that pretty? I’m also a princess… Why is he not making a move on me? I’m giving him some hints that I already like him. Kisara thought. Kisara had her foot stomped on t
Born from darkness, from the depth of the earth. In a very cold place, my body was molded by clay. Clay is shaped into the figure of a woman. The lifeless body is gifted with life. The clay body started moving. Miracles are made. Walking with her two feet, hearing with her ears, feeling with her own skin, the first flavor she tasted with her tongue, the scene of a sweet flower, and lastly, with her very own eyes, she witnessed what the world looks like. Everything in this world is my debt to my father. He's my sole creator. Without him, I would be unable to experience these wonderful things. That’s why I pledge my loyalty and body to make him the happiest. Everything to me was his belongings. I’m nothing but a tool. But the wonderful world presented to me was taken away. After being a failure, I’m tossed back into the darkness. My body is unable to move. I could not see anything. I was fearful, I wanted to cry, but I couldn’t. I want to wail and beg. I couldn’t… Together with thou
“What are they doing inside the city?!” “The city was supposed to be protected by a magical barrier, right?” “Run!” “Go to the nearest evacuation center.” The residents are immediately put into a state of panic. They escaped as fast as they could. Unfortunately, a few residences are being taken by the demon kind and killed. Exterminators immediately deployed. Mercenaries in the crowd drew their weapons and joined the fight to defend the city. “Mommy! Mommy!” The little girl gets lost in the wave of panicking people. Crying out loud, searching for her mother. Wailing loudly, she attracted a demon kind to notice her. A 5 ft tall lizard demon appeared to her. Her face was filled with terror. She tried to run away but tripped because of her haste. Falling on the floor tile with a thud. “Urg…” She turned her eyes to her knee and saw blood spilling out. The lizard opened its mouth widely and threw its long tongue. “Not on the hero’s watch!!” A saber of light cut down the lizard's
My head still hurts along with my body. I still remember those knights beating me up after taking me captive. Currently, I am put in a cell with my body chained to the wall. My two artifacts were confiscated. I try to explain my side, but none of them believe me. They accused me of releasing the demon-kind on Artemis city's surface. As my wounds healed up with my ability. They made it solid proof that I was a demon-kind. I don’t even have any knowledge of why I smell like one. Are you fine? Choco speaks at my head again worriedly. “I’m fine… This is nothing. I’m not the same person as before. I’ll take this problem with a cool head and explain it over again." But no one believes your story. Why does such a cruel thing need to happen? This event must’ve reminded you of the past. I lowered my eyes and my head clouded with thoughts. I can’t believe that I was accused of a crime that I haven't done again. I wonder what my friends will think. Kisara and everyone. It has still been h
With the high priestess's order, I was freed from my chains. After a brief time of treatment and healing, I was invited to the headquarters to have a conversation with the high priestess. I had many questions on my mind. Like what does the knight of heaven even mean? Choco does say that I’m her knight, but I never further push her because it seems like a sensitive question and she is not ready to give me an answer. Kisara and Charlotte wanted to come along with me, but the high priestess insisted that she wanted to talk with me alone. Entering the headquarters chapel where she usually resides. She’s sitting on the chair commonly seen in the churches near the altar, her gaze fixed on the angelic statue. I bowed my head. “Like I said before… There is no need for formality. For starters, you could sit down here.” She tapped the seat beside her. I sat beside her awkwardly feeling a little uncomfortable. She is really nice and the one who saved my life. I was very grateful to her, bu