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Chapter 28 - Night Sky

Beneath the celestial dance of three moons, their silvery light cascaded upon a circular platform where a translucent barrier stood tall.

Within its confines, two formidable adversaries clashed in a fierce battle.

One, a figure with dark crimson hair and striking features, faced off against a voluptuous opponent adorned in a maid's attire, her amethyst tresses flowing in the night.

The cool nocturnal breeze caressed their bodies, mingling with the evidence of their struggle: blood and sweat glistening upon the hallowed ground.

*Clank!*

Sucura was sent reeling backward as he parried the maid's ferocious assault.

The battle had raged for over an hour, leaving him with slashes and gashes across his shoulders, thighs, and chest, blood seeping through the wounds. He couldn't help but muse, 'She is a truly formidable and ruthless woman.'

Despite being bathed in the celestial glow of the moon, Sucura had yet to land a single blow on his opponent, not even managing to disturb a single strand of her hair or cause her to break a sweat. He pondered, 'The profession of an assassin suits her perfectly.'

"Another round," Sucura declared serenely, advancing cautiously toward her, his eyes carefully tracking every subtle movement of Linda.

With a slight nod, Linda acknowledged his challenge and lunged forward, as Sucura charged to meet her in the fray.

*Clang!*

As Sucura adroitly parried the powerful slash, he swiftly pivoted his hips, delivering a ferocious kick aimed at his opponent's neck.

The agile maid, anticipating the move, nimbly ducked beneath the kick, narrowly avoiding the potentially lethal blow.

Capitalizing on the moment, Sucura diminished the gap between them and initiated a swift, linear strike. Nevertheless, the maid's reflexes proved extraordinary, allowing her to elude the assault with ease.

With a fluid motion, she advanced on Sucura, skillfully half-plunging her dagger into his abdomen. The chilling sensation of steel piercing his flesh prompted a sharp intake of breath.

Without missing a beat, the maid followed up with a powerful kick to Sucura's chest, sending him hurtling backward through the air.

He landed with a bone-jarring impact, crumpling to the ground in a heap, his breath ragged and his vision blurred from the relentless assault.

The maid approached him, extending a delicate hand that held a small vial brimming with a viscous, red liquid. "Drink this," she urged gently.

Sucura reclined upon the frigid ground, blood subtly oozing from the corner of his mouth. With great caution, he examined the deep puncture in his abdomen, managing to uphold a stoic facade in spite of the agonizing torment. 'It fucking hurts!' he lamented inwardly.

Casting an appreciative glance at the maid, he offered a subtle nod of gratitude, accepting the potion as he murmured, "Thank you."

Examining the potion closely, he couldn't help but wonder, 'Isn't this an expensive remedy?' With a flick of his wrist, he uncorked the vial and downed its contents.

In the game, players can only find health regeneration potions and mana regeneration potions, as there are no instant health or instant mana potions available.

To achieve immediate health or mana restoration, one must either possess a specific skill tailored for that purpose or have a substantial amount of wealth to acquire such rare and coveted resources.

Almost instantaneously, he could perceive the potion's essence permeating his bloodstream, meticulously mending the injuries that had been wrought upon him.

"You possess a remarkable aptitude for learning and excel in the realm of unconventional combat," the maid praised him.

Sucura reflected pensively, 'I've honed these skills since middle school and even earned a few medals.' In that fleeting moment, vivid memories of his life cascaded before his eyes.

The maid continued, "We should resume your training tomorrow, as you must require some rest." Sucura was drawn from his contemplation upon hearing her words and offered a discreet nod in concurrence.

"I appreciate your guidance, Instructor Linda, but might I request something?" Sucura inquired, his gaze steady as he looked at her.

"What might that be?" Linda queried, her countenance inscrutable.

"Would it be possible for me to have some solitary time to stargaze and marvel at the celestial tapestry of the night sky?" Sucura beseeched.

Linda contemplated his entreaty for a brief interlude before replying, "Certainly, you may. However, I must emphasize that you refrain from lingering here past the stroke of midnight."

Conveying his appreciation, Sucura replied composedly, "Thank you."

With an elegant nod, Linda announced, "I shall take my leave now," as she withdrew from the circular platform, allowing Sucura to immerse himself in his celestial musings.

Inwardly, Sucura mused, 'I am well aware that you will linger surreptitiously in the shadows, scrutinizing my every move. However, I don't care. I merely yearn to momentarily elude my tribulations, as I immerse myself in the ethereal allure of the moons and the infinite expanse of twinkling stars.'

Sucura rose to his feet, finding himself perched on the edge of a circular platform. As if summoned by an unseen force, a guitar materialized in his grasp, emerging from a dimensional ring.

Memories of university camping trips and spirited karaoke sessions with friends flooded his mind.

He mused, 'This must be a noise barrier, right? Undoubtedly, my voice will remain concealed if I decide to sing.'

With a tender caress, he commenced strumming the strings, crafting a delicate melody that harmonized exquisitely with his deep, sonorous voice.

***

Nicolette, adorned in an elegant black nightgown, was in the midst of brushing her hair when her ears perked up, catching a faint sound from beyond the window.

Drawn by curiosity, she glided towards the balcony, her movements as silent as the night itself.

As she focused her attention on the source of the sound, she found herself captivated by a deep, enchanting voice accompanied by the tender strumming of strings.

The unusual song seemed to dance with the cold night air, weaving a spell that held her heart in its thrall.

"So I won't hesitate ~ ♪.., no more, no more, It cannot wait, I'm sure ~ ♪.. There's no need to complicate, our time is short ~ ♪.. This is our fate, I'm yours ~ ♪.."

As she listened to the singing, her ears melted to the sound as if endorphins and oxytocin had instantly breached the barriers, flooding her senses.

She felt her body unwind and her troubles momentarily alleviated. An ethereal connection formed as she lost herself in the song, as if traversing a wondrous world.

After the sound ceased, the man stood up, "I need rest for tomorrow. Perhaps if I bring this voice back to my homeland, I can defeat Christian." With that, he walked off the platform.

Nicolette remained lost for a few minutes after the song had faded.

As she pondered to herself, 'The fallen hero, huh,' her captivating visage and alluring body were illuminated by the glow of the moonlight.