As Serpens approached the hospital, the bright lights of the building brought him back to the reality of the moment. There was a police car which was parked outside, informing Serpens that the police had already been informed, and that was not enough to convince him that the attempt on Xin's life wasn't just a tiny matter.Upon entering, he found one of the nurses and the Professor Layton engaged in a tense discussion about the attempt on Xin's life. Serpens' pulse quickened as he absorbed the gravity of the situation, his concern for Xin's well-being, immediately eclipsing all other thoughts he still had left about Rose and their almost shared romantic episode."What really happened?" He inquired as he approached Professor Layton.He noticed the frightful look on the face of the nurse like she was afraid of something life threatening. He had worn his disguise before leaving the house so that no one would recognise him as Serpens Ryu. He always wore his disguise whenever he left the h
Serpens returned from the hospital only to be met with the surprise that the door to the cabin was left open, and the lights left on. It was unusual, because the Rose he had always known would never sleep with the lights on. "Rose!" He exclaimed, rushing into the cabin. He needed no one to tell him that Rose was in danger. He remembered having instructed Rose to shut the door behind her before leaving for the hospital.Upon entering the cabin, he realized that the whole place had been turned upside down. It was obvious that someone had entered the cabin while he was away and whoever it was, had probably come for Rose."Rose!" He called out, hoping she could be somewhere around the cabin.He called several other times but there was no response from her, causing a feeling of unease to suddenly wash over him. He couldn't bring himself to imagine something bad happening to Rose, not with everything that had happened to all those that he loved.He just couldn't bring himself to handle any
Serpens immediately hailed a cab directing the driver to take him to the agreed location. He was already getting tired of Winter's endless summons and was determined to put it to an end already.The night was called and ominous and Serpens could feel his pulses increasing as he stepped out of the cab into the alley which was as quiet as a graveyard."Winter, show yourself," he called out, the sound of his voice echoing back into his ears."Rose!" Serpens also called out hoping one of them would hear him. The feeling in the pit of his stomach was so disturbing that he felt he was hearing strange sounds emanating from within the alley."Rose, can you hear me?" He called out again, still no response.Serpens could begin to hear the wind pick up, howling through the alley, informing him that Winter was somewhere around him.He turned around, but yo his surprise, there was no one there."Show yourself, Winter!" He barked, believing that Winter was trying to play tricks on him.He decided t
"Winter, please it's time to put an end to all of these. Enough of hurting innocent people. It's time to let go of the past and then see the bright side of the future," Serpens pleaded, his voice echoing through the alley, as he fixed his gaze on Rose who was still hanging from the rope which Winter had bounded her with.Winter smirked, his hands gripping the rope more tightly, pulling it down with a fierce intensity. "This isn't going to end until I'm satisfied that you've lost everyone who was ever dear to you,"Winter's words were like a hammer hitting a nail, piercing deep into Serpens' heart. He just couldn't stand the thought of losing anyone anymore. He had suffered too much losses already, and wasn't going to just stand and do nothing while Winter choked the life out of Rose.Serpens' eyes met with Rose, suspended from the rope which Winter continued to drag closer, her eyes wide with fear as she struggled to break free. The sight of Rose struggling for her life was heart brea
The news headlines in the city that night was all about the fight between Serpens and Winter who had suddenly disappeared from the city after being pulled away by a strange force.Helicopters were flying all over the place, search lights illuminating the landscape as they searched for the dragons which had been fighting.Professor Layton navigated his car through the chaotic streets, the city's nightlife transformed into a scene of utter pandemonium. "Two dragon-like creatures clashed in the distance, their roars echoing off the skyscrapers as they breathed fire and destruction," the news was broadcasted all over the television stations in Draketwon.Professor Layton's eyes widened as he drove closer to the epicenter of the battle. Flames had engulfed buildings, and debris littered the streets. "Stay back," the police ordered as they tried to gain some control over the whole situation.People were running for their lives, screaming and crying as they tried to escape the mayhem."Eve
Before Serpens could understand what was going on, Zorvath faded away like a smoke disappearing into the Abyss. Just like one in an illusion, Serpens saw his eight year old self standing right in front of him."Welcome, Serpens," his younger self greeted him.Serpens couldn't hide his surprise as everywhere seemed to look so different all of a sudden. The architecture of nearby buildings confirmed that he had been transported suddenly to an unknown location, different from where he had been with Zorvath, a couple of minutes ago."Where am I?" Older Serpens asked, surprised. "This isn't the where I was standing a couple of minutes ago,"Eight year old Serpens' eyes lit up as a warm smile tugged at the corners of his lips, "I've brought you here to show you something you need to know."What is it?" Order Serpens asked, unable to understand what his younger self was saying to him. Nothing was making sense to him. Just when he thought he was a step closer to putting an end to the reign of
Back in the real world, Serpens.lay motionless on the ground, his body still and silent, like a statue carved from marble. His skin was pale, almost translucent, and his hair, a rich, dark brown, spread around him like a halo. Hid eyes, once bright and full of life, now seemed dull and lifeless, like two stones that had lost their luster.Around him, the group of middle aged men, their faces lined with concern and experience, walked in a circle, their movements slow and deliberate. They wore long, flowing robes of black, the color of passion, and their hair, a mixture gray and black, was pulled back from their faces, revealing eyes that seemed to bore into the soul.They were no ordinary men, but dragon lords, guardians of ancient knowledge and power. They moved with a purpose, their eyes fixed on Serpens on the ground, their hands weaving intricate patterns in the air. The atmosphere was heavy with tension, as if the very fabric of reality was being manipulated.As they walked, the t
The dragon lords remained in their circle, the chants echoing through the stillness of the night. With their robes billowing behind them, they resumed their movements with purpose, their eyes gleaming with a fierce determination.Drakona led the charge, his staff crackling with energy as he navigated the treacherous landscapes. His long hair flowed like a river of moonlight, and his eyes burned with an inner fire that seemed to pierce the very soul."He's finally gotten to the gates, and is about to face the time keeper. We'll have to let him face the keeper all by himself now," Drakona said, his voice bearing the weight of the situation at hand.Still in the valley of illusion, Serpens and his younger self walked hand in hand down a winding path, the trees growing taller and the air thickening with an otherworldly energy.After walking a couple of distance, they approached a gate, its height and grandeur awe-inspiring. "We're here," younger Serpens said to his older self.Older Serp