"A dragon!" One of the soldiers screamed at the top of his lungs. He tripped and fell backward.
"So it's true." He mumbled under his breath.
"Leave. You are not welcome here anymore!" Zero roared as flames licked his lips. He had no more patience or chance to allow the soldiers to do whatever they wanted. Using violence was something he was not proud of using to solve issues. What it would bring were more problems where it could lead to revenge. If he could, he would rather calmly speak things through to make things go smoothly, but they are times when he had to put his foot down.
"You d-d-don't scare me! You're just an overgrown lizard!" The soldiers slid their swords out of their sheath and held them forward, ready to use.
Zero blew a torrent of hot flame in a specified direction towards their swords. The swords turned to scold hot, making it difficult for them to hold. They reared backward and held their hands up as if trying to block the scalding heat.
Curious bystanders were also pulled back in fright of getting burned. Luckily for Zero, his flames did not burn the buildings that were next to him.
Thank god for the fireproof enchantment. He thought.
With a flick of his clawed hands, he swiped towards them in one go. Unfortunately, they were thrown to the side of the building as they crashed into one another. With a thud, they fell to the ground unconscious. Zero did not give them a chance to retaliate, and his purpose was the only thing to stop them from causing any more damage to his Village.
"Did you see that?" A young female gasped in shock. "He just swiped them in one hit."
"That's so cool. I wish I were a dragon."
"Shh, don't talk too loud. He might turn on us."
"You kidding? He's the protector of this Village. Why would he do that?"
Even the newborn baby dragons were out watching all the commotion that Zero had caused. Their tour with Garrett was over, and they were doing their activities.
"I can't wait to be strong like him." A baby blue dragon stared with awe. His eyes sparkled.
"Was that fire he just blew? When do we learn how to blow fire?"
"Did you see that swipe? It blew them away."
"Is this what we are looking forward to? Man, I can't wait."
Zero ignored their chatter and picked up the scattered soldiers on the floor with his hands and teeth. He made his way to the edge of the Village, where he dropped them off into a boat on the side. A Lunar Rabbit was stationed by the boat, allowing visitors to come in and out.
"Take them down and far away from the City as possible. A week walk would be good enough."
"Yes, chief librarian." The Lunar Rabbit bowed and let the ropes on the boat loose. The boat floated midair and drifted down towards the ground and into the forest. Zero shifted into his human form and got into one of the floating boats. He, too, went down to the ground.
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Russ spat with disgust. He hated that lizard. He was so close to getting the Royal Library for the new King. It would have been a deal if that damn Bishop Sanya had not butted in. She had the nerve to state that the killer was false and that the stupid lizard was innocent.
Sooner or later, he will get back at her and her stupid church. He will surely destroy them and make his god's religion the one standing on top. That lizard's nerve states that he is the rightful owner of the Royal Library. If he knew any better, that lizard probably co-conspired with the Bishops to take over the Royal Library.
He suspected the Bishop of Infinity might think of taking over the City of Diadem. What's worse, they could take over the Kingdom because of their large religious base. The major Church of Infinity's base was situated here in the City.
Wasn't that the reason for handing over the wealth of information, the Royal Library, to a supposed Dragon that they highly prized? It could be a coup-d'etat brewing any moment now. He was just snipping it in the bud before it even happened.
Russ knew the wealth of knowledge and secrets that the Royal Library had. Giving it up to the so-called heir to the Library is a foolish act. Knowledge was power, and that Library had it all. He had heard rumors of the magic powers it hoarded and still not found. It was a completely unexpected turn of events for it to activate and appear now. The old King was foolish to let such precious wealth be freely given away.
"My Prince. I mean, You're majesty." Russ quickly corrected himself as he bowed deeply toward the new King. "I have failed you."
The Prince, now a king, sat on his throne as he scanned upon Russ. His handsome chiseled face stared down upon him in disappointment, but it was quickly changed to a stoic face. His emotions were hidden away for no one else to see; only Russ could catch the split-second expression. Nevertheless, he couldn't help but be ashamed of his failure.
"No matter. There will always be another chance." The King replied in a hint of disappointment. But then, he leaned against the throne chair and relaxed.
"What happened to the soldiers that been sent? Did they do what they were supposed to do?"
"Yes. They should be doing what you have asked as we speak."
"Good. Send a couple more to create a disturbance. This time though, send in some ruffians.
They should do a better job at creating chaos."
"I will be on top of that. Is there anything else that you wanted me to do?"
"Not right this moment. Do tell me what you think of this so-called Drezo Regalia. I heard you
have met him."
"I believe he's a creature that shouldn't be considered an ally with your Kingdom. He is dangerous, your majesty. Just like a feral dog that could bite or kill its owner if it's not fed properly. A monster on a leash that can not be controlled. He is just a creature, your majesty. It is something we humans should not stoop ourselves to. We are humans, sir. A being that has transcended time over and over again."
"You have a point." The young King drummed his finger on the wooden throne chair.
"Your majesty, if you don't mind me speaking my mind."
"Go ahead. I value your opinion."
"I suggest we put down the monster that could one day bring havoc to your City. It could become another Lilith."
"Are you sure? Such creatures do not look so strong."
"Your majesty. It is not wise to think a young dragon won't become a killer. Look at the legends in the past. The famous black and green dragon Solomon devastated the world and split the lands apart. What if we have another one that could devastate nations?"
"Put a hit list on his head and get rid of the problem. No, get rid of all demi-humans and nonhumans that are a threat to our City."
"I will do exactly that."
"I'm glad I can count on you. You have full authority over the army to get this job done."
"Yes, your majesty." Russ bowed deeply and turned around. He left the throne room and went to start the plan to take down Zero and his new species. He would have the last laugh and evolve into a higher being. A ruler. No a god. Russ wickedly smiled. One day everything will be his.
Yes, his. He nodded, pleased with his thought. It will all be MINE.