Arthur Leywin's POV:
The asuran body was not unfamiliar to me, but even so, this was a child's body. I hurried into the forest, using as little mana as possible to get to the spot where the slave dealers had bound the children and were getting ready to flee. "What then should we do in their case? instant karma with a swift death or a delayed death? "Regis remarked that he found the situation amusing. After experiencing this in the previous reality, I was still incensed and felt nothing but contempt for these disgusting pieces of living creatures. "I will give them the worst nightmare that they could experience ever," I screamed.
They were four people, two of them were augmentations, and the other two weren't even mages. They were standing in front of the carriage, preparing items for transport from this position to their final destination. I quickly approached them and summoned two ice blades into each hand, piercing one into the first slave trader's spine and the other into his chest, causing him to fall to the ground.
As the other three noticed it, they turned their attention to me and pulled out their different guns. I accelerated forward, using the wind mana to strengthen my arms and legs. I slashed at the man's neck and face, causing him to fall to the ground screaming in pain. "Oh my, we just found gold amid the wreckage. If you were a young wizard, you would be in high demand, child "The augmenter trader noted that he believed he could defeat me.
He pulled out a spear and charged at me, but because of how slowly he moved, I was able to jump over him and stab both of his eyeballs with my blades. He immediately regretted what he had said. The last slave merchant happened onto a scene where a young child, no older than four, had just defeated three of his allies, who were nothing more than bugs to the boy.
"Let me live, please! The slave trader implored, "You can take whatever you want, but please let me live! "Do you think mercy will be available to you after the deed you perpetrated was so heinous? ", my fury roared like a forest fire. Come outside, Regis, it's time for dinner. Regis jumped out of my body as I uttered my command, growling like a beast and poised to eat the person standing in front of him.
I said, which irritated Regis a little bit as he lunged for his target, "Don't leave a single part of this trash if you don't want to reduce your aether reserves that is. I'll make sure I receive a rise of at least 20%," loving his sadist side. I approached the carriage while Sylvie hopped onto my shoulder, and as I entered, I noticed a girl who looked like the one I had thought I had lost forever—my love, my Tess.
She was discarded from my life in the previous reality, but now, even if I have to burn the entirety of Alacrya, I would defend it with everything I have at my disposal. Her gunmetal hair and green eyes gleamed like an idol for the people. Regis remarked, grinning maniacally, "You know the thinking about destroying the whole Alacrya could break our deal with Seris. I, on the other hand, and Sylvie simply rolled my eyes at his remark.
Was he the one who spared me from the slave traders? Tessia was gazing at me with the same obvious bewilderment and doubt about me. Being fastened to the rope, she. I assisted her and merely said, "It's okay; you can go home at this time." She cried out in relief as a surge of happiness over the fact that she could finally return home rushed over her face.
"hic...hic.." "I was really terrified. I believed they would try to sell me. I was afraid I wouldn't ever see my family again, hic! WAAAAH...." There is no need to cry any longer; those people won't harm you, I reassured her as I sat next to her.
Sylvie climbed onto her lap and began licking her hand as if to soothe her and she felt relieved. Tess was a little shocked at first, but after some time she felt at ease around Sylvie. She sniffed, "W-What happened to the terrible guys?" and her voice was a little shaky. I informed her that keeping her in the dark at this time was an option, explaining that "they got into an unfortunate accident."
She said, gaining a little amount of confidence, "Serves them right. Following our introductions, I asked if she would be able to return home alone, a request she promptly rejected. I then offered to accompany her back home. All the bloody mess and bodies were gone as soon as we stepped out of the carriage, and it was impossible to see any signs of the recent conflict. It appears that I should give him a raise.
Don't undervalue this gorgeous wolf, your hell will princess," Regis said with a sneer and a tinge of pride in his voice. Tess emerged holding Sylvie. When she saw Regis, she felt a bit terrified, but she also felt relieved to see me with him. "Who is that? He seems a little frightening ". "Don't worry, he won't do anything to you," I reassured her, adding that "he is my friend and will help us accompany you back to your house."
Sylvie mentally remarked, "Scary little wolf pfft," and chuckled. Regis was making a pouting look, which made me chuckle a little. I rubbed his head as he walked towards us and asked Tess, "Do you want to do that?" I wasn't sure if she was still afraid or not. Regis began excitedly waggling his tail as she nodded and patted him while smiling softly.
As I stated, "I'm going to get some food and supplies. Just wait for a while," I turned away from the three and began looking for fruits and wild berries. I recalled that my mother had packed some berries for me to consume on the journey. I gathered some additional provisions and packed them in my backpack before returning to the tent site where Tess, Sylvie, and Regis were. I mixed the berries my mother had given me with the fruits I had discovered in the jungle.
We then set off on our trek to Tessia's house. We made the decision to pitch the tent and get some rest as the sun was lowering and a misty fog began to envelop the woodland. I handed Tessia some fruits and berries after erecting the tent so she would have sustenance for the night. She bowed a bit and murmured, "Thank you."
I recommended feeling comfortable with her by saying, "You know, you don't have to be so courteous to me, I'm actually younger than you and I would feel more comfortable if you weren't nervous with me." "Alright, I'll try as you say." She smiled timidly as she entered the tent to eat and rest. I laughed as I pondered the times I had spent with Tess. I wondered when the last time in my life I had witnessed this girl acting shy.
Tess questioned me about myself, where I live, how people are, and other things pertaining to the human kingdom after we finished our meal. Tess was obviously fatigued after her frightening encounter, so I could understand if she felt a little sleepy. I stood up and said, "Sleep in the tent; I'll keep the guard out." while holding Tessia's hand. She expressed to me that she was feeling a little depressed and that she wouldn't mind sharing the tent with me.
Sylvie and Regis were grinning as they followed her inside the tent. "You know, don't torment mama so much she will come to hate you!" said Sylvie, who was pleased by the situation. A short while later, Tessia's voice could be heard within the tent as she unzipped the flap and said, "A-Arthur?"
I turned to face Tessia and inquired, "Is something wrong?" "Beasts are more likely to appear if they observe a child sitting outside the tent because they will notice you. Because Regis is your friend, I believe you should take a nap inside the tent while he keeps an eye on it for our protection "Tess made the suggestion while hiding her face behind the tent flap.
I asked Tessia the question I already knew the answer to: "Are you afraid to sleep alone?" She hid her flushed face and said, "N-No of course not, I was thinking about both of our safety." I mentally gave Regis the message to protect the tent after chuckling and entering the tent. Tessia trembled a little when I entered the house because I could tell that she was still a young child and had just gone through a trauma that might have a lasting impact on her life.
Tessia, who was feeling a little uneasy, asked if she might grab onto your shirt. I sat down and moved in close to Tessia, giving her a gentle pat on the head and offering her my hand. I could see the reddening of her face from where I was sitting, which made me giggle a little. In a short while, her eyelids closed, and she peacefully dozed out.
I began to cradle her in the long-suppressed tears as I began to caress her face while she slept. "Mama is asleep, so it's okay papa, you may let them out. After you do, you'll feel comfortable." After witnessing Tess, my long-built dam, inspired by my daughter's bravery, burst into tears and sobs, and I began to grieve in private as Sylvie patted my back next to me. Simply put, "I couldn't save her when I should have, I believed I would never see her again, and now she is in front of me sleeping sweetly."
"I know papa and I'm also happy to see mom again, but don't make mom wait too long," I said. "Be clear with your emotions and duties if you make her wait it would not end well for you papa," Sylvie yelled at me, but she had a point. Sure, this time I won't keep her waiting.