I awake to everyone already up waiting for me along with Moryuu having his back turned on everyone.
I get up and wait for what Moryuu has to say to everyone. The tension is high here. Everyone is keeping quiet with their heads laid low, Except for Albeis who is just starring blankly at the sky.
Moryuu told us to hurry through the cave and after that he’ll explain our next course of action.
After a walk of silence we finally made it to the other side to be greeted by more lush jungle. Moryuu then began to speak of the plan.
Moryuu- “Now its time to tell you how we’re going to deal with this God.”
Moryuu turns around and then scans us with his eyes.
Moryuu- “On my way here I was informed that there are only 3 Gods left in the entire world including this one.”
Everyone- “….”
Moryuu- “We don’t know what kind of god is on this island, it’s probably a minor one no one cared for. This will be probably be easier compared to the previous ones.”
Moryuu- “Just in case, we should kill all its supporters on the island so we don’t have to deal with them when fighting the god. So it’s best to split up.”
So we’re splitting up….
I look around and the only ones that seemed bothered are Arrea and Kate who are staying close to each other. I guess I shouldn't expected us to become a big happy family after everything.
Moryuu- “One group shall go left and the other right. We’ll meet back up at the volcano.”
Moryuu- “The team going right shall be me, Dullahan and Arrea.”
Kate- “!”
Arrea- “No, I’ll stay with Kate.”
Moryuu- “I understand your past with the girl but I need you apart for this.”
Arrea- “I don’t care.”
Moryuu- “Won’t even hear my reason.”
Arrea- “No.”
Arrea holds Kate close, while I’m just sitting here watching.
Hashi- “Mor-”
Before I could interject Moryuu touched Arrea with his Tonfa faster than we could see and then Arrea was shocked by electricity collapsing to ground but not unconscious.
Kate- “Arrea!”
Hashi- “What are you doing!”
Moryuu- “Calm down Hashi and sheath your sword Dullahan.”
Dullahan- “….”
Hashi- “….”
Moryuu- “I didn't want to have to do that, I need the teams to be even and I need you and Dullahan with me.”
Arrea- (Breathing heavily) “Why?”
Moryuu- “I saw a settlement in that direction. I don’t know what to expect so I need you two.”
Arrea- “Can’t you fight yourself?”
Moryuu- “I’m the Supervisor, I can’t fight your battles for you all the time.”
Arrea- “But who will protect Kate?”
Moryuu- “Hashi.”
Hashi- “Me?”
Arrea- “No offense to Hashi but he’s not stronger than me, He can’t protect Kate.”
Hashi- “….”
Moryuu- “You give him to little credit Arrea. To make it better….”
Moryuu looked toward Albeis who like always was staring off into the distance like everything around him didn't matter.
Moryuu- “Dragon, I permit you to protect Kate by the use of your body. Still reserve your strength for important matters.”
Albeis- “I understand.”
The dragon after all this time has finally spoken and it was to Moryuu of all people.
Moryuu- “Do you agree to these terms Arrea.”
Arrea- “….”
Arrea- “But….”
Moryuu- *Sigh*
At that moment a strong chill ran up my spin like an ice cold snake and looking around it was the same for everyone else too.
Moryuu- “This is an order Arrea, we are going to split up. Is that understood.”
Arrea- “!!”
I could notice that Arrea was trying to fight back against this force but she can’t stand. At least she can form a fist, I can’t even move a muscle.
Kate- “I’ll go.”
Everyone- “!”
And just like that the pressure was gone.
Arrea- “But Kate….”
Kate- “It’s okay Arrea, I have Hashi I’ll be fine.”
Arrea- “….”
For a moment I saw Arrea look over to me with an icy glare but It must have been my imagination, we’re friends now.
Arrea- “A-Are you sure Kate.”
Kate- “I don’t want to see you hurt Arrea.”
Arrea- “I-I understand.”
They share a passionate hug and then Arrea walked over to me.
Arrea- “Hashi, you better put your life on the line for Kate or you know what will happen.”
Hashi- *Shaking head furiously*
Arrea- “You too Dragon!”
Albeis- “….”
Moryuu- “Are you ready.”
Arrea ignores Moryuu and starts walking down the path
Arrea- “Let’s hurry, the faster we get done the faster I’ll see Kate.”
Dullahan follows after Arrea after giving me a nod, I think.
Moryuu- “You guys go left and search for any worshipers of the god or creatures and kill them. Albeis you lead the way.”
Albeis says nothing and begins his march, Kate runs up to me and holds my hand. We follow after him to god knows where.
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….
After some time walking in silence, I remember my conversation with Gorta and what Arrea said. They don’t think I can protect anyone and that I’m weak. Despite the sudden shift in the party this might be my chance to learn magic and finally be of use.
Hashi- “Albeis do you see a place that we can rest like a river.”
Albeis- “Yes, follow me.”
Kate- “?”
We soon made it to the river. I sat down and motioned Kate to sit next to me while Albeis laid down near the river bank.
Hashi- “It’s time to finish my lessons in magic Kate.”
Kate- “Oh, that’s why we stopped.”
Kate seemed a bit gloomy, does she not want to teach me anymore.
Kate takes out her pocket watch which is now sporting a crack.
Hashi- “What happened to your watch.”
Kate- “I think you happened.”
Hashi- “What?”
Kate- “I don’t know how but it had to be you from trying to open my watch.”
Hashi- “I-I’m sorry.”
Kate- “….”
Kate- “This once belonged to someone important to me.”
Hashi- “….”
Kate- “Hashi I don’t think you should learn how to use magic.”
Hashi- “!”
Hashi- “Why?”
Kate- “Nothing normal could have cracked this watch, whatever energy is inside you it’s dangerous.”
Hashi- “….”
Kate- “I’m sorry Hashi but I can’t teach you magic, even if you are family.”
I shot up in protest.
Hashi- “But I need to learn magic in order to protect you!”
Kate- “….”
Kate looks down unable to look me in the eyes.
Kate- “I’m sorry, we have Albeis so you don’t have to protect me, at least not with magic.”
Hashi- “!”
In my anger I stormed off towards the water to cool off. Why did this have to happen, it’s all Gorta’s fault! How am I suppose to learn magic now?!
Gorta- “I could help you.”
!
NO!
Gorta- “Calm down, no need to scream.”
If it wasn't for you I’m pretty sure that watch wouldn't have cracked.
Gorta- “Not my fault if my natural energy damaged it. You’re the one who used my mana.”
?
Gorta- “What? Did you think you were actually a mage.”
I-I guess not.
Gorta- “Human’s can’t become mages. Oh, unless you’re possessed or have an item.”
*Groans*
I’ll figure it out myself. It will defeat the purpose if you help me.
Gorta- “If you wish.”
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….
Okay I’ll wait until everyone is asleep and then I’ll try to perform my magic.
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I didn't speak to anyone until nightfall. At this time everyone should be sleep. I began to focus my or I guess Gorta’s mana into my hands. I might not have a fancy ritual to find out my school of magic but I have my ways. I’ll go through each class until I cast a spell.
First I’ll try to use manipulation. I place my hand on the ground and focused the mana there to try to make it move.
….
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….
Well I guess that didn't work.
Next is healing. I took a sharp rock nearby and cut myself, I hope this does not get infected. I place my hand on the wound and focused but with no luck. I washed the wound in the river.
Next is creation, I’ll try to make water. I focus the mana to my hands and visualize the components.
2 Hydrogen atoms...
Oxygen…
combine and make water…
After a while I felt my hands get wet.
Hashi- “!”
Hashi- “I-I’m apart of the creation school.”
I could barely keep silent, this school is rare!
If I could master this school I can protect everyone.
Whether they like it or not.
(Meanwhile in some other place)
???- “What is it sister, what has your attention.”
???- “Arm yourselves, we’ve located a Demon.”
???- “At last, we may finally be free.”
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