Mysterious voice:
I see, sorry for the misunderstanding. I haven't presented myself yet, I'm Aegis Stormhart a royal guard from the kingdom of Hexoria serving under his grace, the king: Valerius Ironheart.
Kanako told me that there are 5 major kingdoms in possession of most of the land during my training. Hexoria is renowned for it's military power and it's king that lead their kingdom into numerous victories. It's also the place where most rich adults prefer to live because of the safety and strict regulations.
Aegis Stormhart: So from what you've told me, I understood that you were only trying to deliver this shopping list to your father and then that creature came out of nowhere and ambushed you?
Gareki: That's right.
Aegis went silence for a brief instance
Aegis Stormhart: Hmm…
"What's on your mind?" Kanako asked however, she knew asking that question wouldn't lead to a good answer.
Aegis Stormhart: Nothing. Please avoid talking about the incident to the civilians, the least we need right now is for them to cause even more trouble
Gareki: Trouble?
Aegis Stormhart: Don't worry little guy, whatever that thing was, it won't come back again! He said as if everything was already taken care of.
Aegis Stormhart *Thoughts* No, not again… not another incident. Please.
Kanako: Anyways, if that's all mr Great Royal Guard
Aegis Stormhart: Just Aegis.
Kanako: Whatever, me and my student would like to get back to our training.
Aegis Stormhart: I understand, please keep our promise little guy.
I shook my head.
Suddenly though…
*Explosion*
Vexor: Oh my… it seems as if you've managed to block my attack.
Kanako managed to shield me and Aegis from the explosion
We were outside the house so nothing happened to it, luckily at that time my parents were not home.
Kanako: Vexor… how could you?
She looked disappointed
After everything I've done for you, to get you going in the right path you decide to do this?
Vexor: Oh why wouldn't I? After all, I gave up on all the other opportunities that showed themselves to me, why should I let this one slide? He maniacally asked and laughed
Kanako seemed unimpressed, she dropped the shield and ran towards him
Kanako: Wind cutter!
But her blade missed him
Vexor: that won't work on me. Not again. He said with a serious face.
Kanako: Inferno lance!
Vexor took direct hit but in the smoke that formed around him after the impact, a voice spoke calmly
Vexor: Umbral enthrallment.
Kanako was shocked and for whatever reason, she couldn't move anymore
Kanako: ghh, what is this? Demonic arts?!
Vexor: You're not the only one that got better this past years. He chuckled
Kanako: traitor, you've abandoned everything you've fought for like a coward! She furiously shouted
He remained silent for a second and then he softly spoke.
Vexor: Shadow piercer.
A black spear appeared in his hand.
Vexor: Goodbye Kanako.
The spear was heading straight for her heart
Aegis: Luminous Ward!
A shield appeared in his hand and in a split of a second he took the impact of the spear causing him no damage and saving Kanako's life
Vexor: hmph… a light magic user…
Voice in Vexor's head: Vexor, it's time to begin. You've gained us enough time.
Vexor: as you say my lord.
Vexor: I'm sorry we couldn't get to have our own little show Mr knight but… for now I've got more important duties to attend to. Shadowblink!
Kanako: No! Wait!
And as quick as he appeared, he disappeared leaving no trace whatsoever.
Gareki: Kanako! Please respond Kanako!
Aegis: let me try something. Purifying glow.
Kanako was able to move again
Gareki: How did you do that?
Aegis: Purifying glow is a light spell that removes curses from allies in battle. As a light knight it's my specialty.
Kanako regained her composure and stood up, her expression a mix of frustration and anger.
Kanako: That traitor Vexor... I won't let him get away with this. We have to find him. I don't know what he's up to but it's definitely not good.
Aegis: Vexor… I don't know why but his name sounds familiar
Aegis nodded in agreement, his gaze unwavering.
Aegis: I vowed to protect this kingdom and its people. If that man is up to something sinister, it is my duty to stop him. I need to report this encounter to the knights HQ. It looks like a calamity is approaching and it's not far away.
Gareki: Is there some way I can help?
Aegis looked at me with admiration.
Kanako: After a situation like this, a child like yourself would normally start to cry immediately (she chuckled). In that case if you really want to help you can stay here and take care of your family. I don't know for how long I will be gone however if anything happens around here you can use this: *Hands him a small, intricately carved whistle* This whistle is enchanted with my protective spell, if you ever need me just blow it and I will be summoned however note that you can only use it once so don't use it if you need me to answer another of your questions like always. She giggled
Gareki: Come on, I'm not that stupid… you specifically should know!
Kanako: I know, I'm just teasing you
Gareki: *humph*
Kanako: Take care now Gareki, I need to see an old friend of mine… *thoughts* It seems as if Vexor has surpassed me, I will need reinforcements
I wasn't scared of the situation for some reason
but I think I should have been.
*Meanwhile*
Vexor: Lord Belial, I am am here as you've asked.
Belial: Great, now that we're all here it is time that we bring back the chaos that was once bestowed upon these lands. Lilith, did you manage to get the revival artifact?
Lilith: Yes my lord.
Belial: Good, the time has come, the revival of Ruinwing has begun!