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The group was on their way back to the Clover Kingdom. Finral was using his teleport magic to transport them back. Since it was such a long distance, they had to make several stops.
“What do you suppose is happening back at the hideout? It’s weird Yami would call us back in the middle of our training.” Asta asked.
“Who knows but It’s really draining my mana level. This is exhausting.” Finral said tiredly.
“How much farther do we have to go?” Rena asked.
“There’s about 3 more stops, then we will be there.” Finral answered.
“So Mystic, you said you came from a world without magic? What was it like?” Noelle asked as they were sitting taking a break.
“It’s kind of hard to explain. We rely on technology to do most things.” Rena explained.
“What’s technology?” Asta asked with stars in his eyes.
“Technology is like special tools and machines that help us do things more easily. In a way it’s kind of like magic but it’s more scientific instead.” Rena explained.
“Your world sounds so cool” Astea gleamed.
“Ok guys lets get going again.” Finral sighed.
The group was getting closer and were now one stop away. As soon as they stepped through they all could feel immense mana coming from somewhere. They all froze in shock, the mages from the intense feeling and Rena from the familiar feeling.
“It’s him..” she whispered under her breath.
“What is this mana? Is that coming from the hideout?!” Finral asked with a tremor in his voice.
Rena looked towards Asta, “Asta. I know the captain asked for you but you need to sit this one out. Whatever you do, don’t pull out your swords.”
“What? Why?!” he asked, confused.
“Do you know something we don't know?” Noelle asked.
“Um, well, Yes. I recognized this mana. I think he’s after your swords, Asta.” She replied.
“My swords? Why would he be after my swords?” Asta asked.
“They are anti-magic. He probably wants to take them to use against me.” Rena explained.
“Why would he want to use them against you?” Noelle asked.
“I've fought him before and he lost. Guess he is a sore loser. Anyway, Let’s hurry. I’m going to cover my face with my hood so he doesn’t recognize me.” Rena said as she covered her head with the hood of her cloak.
“Wait, you said you fought him before, but his mana levels are reaching all the way out here. How did you beat him?!” Finral yelped as he opened his portal.
Rena flashed a small grin, “You’ll see.”
They stepped through the portal and were finally in front of the hideout.
“Finally! Took you guys long enough. This guy is seriously impatient.” Yami said, pointing his finger behind him.
“Give me what I want and I’ll be on my way.” He said as he looked at Asta. “Ah there you are.”
He started to move towards Asta but Rena stepped in between them. Her face is still hidden.
“Get out of my way.” he growled.
“No.” She said simply.
“Move or I’ll make you.” he was getting angrier by the second. Rena still didn’t move a muscle.
“Fine. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.” He raised his hand and a dark vortex started to form, just like the one he used to trap Hawks. He shot it towards Rena but she had activated her grimoire and with it her powers. The wind around them grew stronger and she thrusted her own attack back towards the vortex. It was strong enough it dispelled his attack.
“What the… that shouldn’t have been dispelled that easily!” He yelled.
“Looks like I can still beat you, Ryker.” Rena said.
“Wait… that voice! Who are you? Show yourself!” He demanded.
Rena started to chuckle as she reached for her hood. “Very well, but I don’t think you are going to like it.” She dropped the hood and gave him a cocky smirk.
“You…You fucking BITCH! WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE, MYSTIC? ” he was fuming.
She reached to unbutton her cloak, “Oh you know, just stalking you through the realms.”
“You cocky little bitch. I’m going to fucking kill you. After that stunt you pulled with that feathered fuck hero, I'm in deep shit. I told the master I’d kill you the next time we crossed paths. Guess today is my lucky day.” he started to grin.
“I’m guessing that’s why you need the swords then?” She asked with a grin, letting her cloak fall to the ground. All the squad members were frozen again in shock by the immense mana now coming from Mystic.
“I see why Yami said she was higher than the rookies from last year.” Finral whispered.
“Damn kid, I figured you were strong but that mana is off the charts.” Yami said as his cigarette fell to the ground.
“Guys, I don’t think it should come as a surprise when I say I’ll take care of this guy. I’ve beat him before after all.” She said,
“You didn’t beat me.” He sneered.
“Oh right, sorry. You ran away, changed into a tiny mouse and scurried off.” she taunted back.
“That was then. Master gave me more powers and that scientist gave me a few extra tricks.”
“Kage?” Rena’s eyes went wide.
“Yeah, he decided to leave the hero world and come work for the Master.”
“So he's not with the league of villains anymore?” she asked, surprised.
“Nope. He didn't hesitate to agree to the master's terms. He came with us and gave me a boost of power from some lower level guardian’s essence. I'm stronger now and you are first on my list to die, followed by that fucking bird, then that burnt fucker.”
“Don't you dare go after Hawks. Dabi sure he's free game but you leave Hawks alone.” she growled.
“Ooh~ does someone have a soft spot for the birdman? I mean he is number 1 in popularity, probably because of his “good looks”. Guess you go for someone's appearance and not their personality. How shallow.” he attempted to taunt.
“Sounds like you're jealous of his looks. But no, he's just my friend and I respect him and his beliefs. That world needs him so I won't let you take him away from them. You're not the only one that learned some new tricks.” she grinned as her grimoire turned into a staff.
As it circled her body, her form changed into a white and blue corset with matching pants. Her hair turned a bright yellow with blue streaks mixed in. The staff started to spark as lightning zapped on the ends. The static electricity started to rise causing everyone's hair to stand up.
“I don't think you're ready for this storm” she taunted with a smirk.
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