Nova's arrival was a game-changer, and his aura clashed with Reynard's dark mana, creating a dazzling display of colors that illuminated the room. As Nova parried Reynard's attack, Tim felt relief wash over him as his friend came to his aid.
Despite his injuries, Tim managed to thank Nova and consumed the splash healing potion, which at least treated his internal bleeding. His vision was still impaired, but he could now see better than before.
Reynard's warning only fueled Nova's determination. He knew that the laws and standards of this world were flawed and unjust, especially when it came to the treatment of commoners like Tim. Nova's voice rang with conviction as he defended his friend.
Tim, still weakened and on his knees, felt a surge of gratitude for his friend's unwavering support. Together, they were determined to stand against the injustices they faced, even if it meant defying the laws of the land.
The tension in the room continued to mount as the clash of ideals and powers intensified, with Nova and Tim ready to face whatever consequences came their way.
Tim stayed put as his still weak sight make him unable to do anything and his body is still adjusting to the sudden healing effects as Reynard Told Nova "ahh right right , you're quite Gifted Sir Nova then fine if you are such an honorable Elite Combatant no…You and Timoetheus I declare as OUTLAWS!!" Nova can detect the. Dark mana like aura and corrupted soul core to reflect Reynard's personality "we'll see about that!!!" As he too Imbued and focus his Ecto-mana to himself secretly to match up and fool Everyone he is just using his light mana (except Tim yet pretends to not know as the fight in the room goes on) as Reynard and Nova move at the same time , suddenly in a BLINK of an eye his arms with his special whip got flaring chop off in the air as he BLEED gushing twice as much than Vixens who got silent in terror as Reynard panics as Nova is calmly angry with a passive aggressive comment "told you my signature sword is better and you both are scum to stain the Bestialkin subspecies Vulpes.." he says serious not a CHUNNIBYOU nor dramatic as he casually cut off the ropes that bind his and Tim's Juniors as Tim himself finally got up and awkwardly took one of the ropes as Nova spoke "let's spare him" but they gulp as he notice Reynard start acting quirky with his body begging for Vixen to treat or untie her own rope to heal him as the female fox humanoid shook her head as she added that HE SHOULD heal himself if he had time as utterly she did treat herself as he is busy fighting until as he epilepsy move as the gushing of blood stopped yet since the leaks stop into the floor , Reynard became utterly lifeless..Eyes shot open.
The room fell into an eerie silence as Reynard's arms were severed in a flash, causing him to gush blood profusely. Nova's precision and strength were undeniable as he swiftly dealt with the threat. Vixen, frozen in terror, watched the gruesome scene unfold.
Nova, with a calm yet serious demeanor, cut the ropes binding their juniors, allowing Tim to step in to assist. As Tim fumbled with one of the ropes, Nova made it clear that they should spare Reynard's life.
Reynard, desperate for help, began to beg Vixen to untie her own ropes and treat his wounds. However, Vixen refused, insisting that he should heal himself if he had the capability. Reynard's condition worsened, and he began to convulse, his blood loss stopping abruptly. His eyes opened wide, but it was unclear what had occurred.
The room was filled with tension and uncertainty as Nova and Tim stood ready, not knowing the true extent of Reynard's condition or what might happen next.
Vixen uttered in sync with Nova "He's now dead , just died.." before Vixen had a foxlike screech while the girls (Juniors saved) in the backround quietly stand up to his behind Tim as Vixen stutters in terror her tail didn't sway as she mentioned "STOP YOU TWO…Y-You two…E-especially those skills…monsters…Demons , Y-you both are true BEASTS!!!" As she run at exit of the room and left them be screaming and running with her left arm truly unable to well get her arm back (Then Nova coughed a bit since well he hate seeing a dead body , he is used to Videogame violence in the modern world or accidental bleeding yet..to realize this isn't virtual nor an ar game or console sort..bothered yet he felt that he had no choice) while Tim cried "Guys , it's my fault…we're no better than those Demonbeast!!!l" then RedRose with her now ragged and stained uniform cuddle close to console him and wipe off the bleeding blood tears of Tim's eyes to improve his eyesight as Nova uttered and Pat his friend's back after they both sheath their weapons "it's alright , we had no choice…Besides I was the one who did the final deed…we're flawed archaicans (human) that is why we have choices like this.." before Snow White cuddle and comfort her own mentor Nova like Red Rose does to her and spoke "Still y-your right , yet let me dry you up…" exhales to treat his drippy clothing and demeanor due to the things mentioned earlier of his conditioned soaked over by the snow-rain as Snow White uttered a chant of mixing thermos (fire) and atmo (air) elemental based magic to warm and dry up the body and entire target that is Nova with the colors of such magic of red mix with green as the boy felt refresh and thanked Snow White for drying him off until Red Rose spoke to Tim that it isn't his fault , it's their fault for being reckless to thing despite those Bestialkin being reported by the academy to target them next before Tim shush to calm her cries since he recovered his healthy until they felt a strong mana nearby and both boys nodded as they hugged their girls right to held unto them as a weird THEATRICAL mask-shaped head of a foggy floating magical small portal to utter robotically (oddly the boys felt this a THING felt familiar yet they are focus to prevent their juniors to hear or witness it) while this being spoke "Searching source , Location Found , Taboo designation specified , Report finished" as it vanish to thin air as the boys sigh and the girls breathe out why they were hugged tighter as the boys brush it off and just prepare for any future events (end that dialogue here first)
The room was left in a somber and eerie atmosphere after the confrontation. Reynard was dead, and the reality of the situation weighed heavily on them all. Vixen had fled in terror, leaving behind the gruesome scene.
Nova, though visibly affected by what had transpired, maintained his composure. He couldn't help but feel a sense of unease, having taken a life, even in self-defense. Tim, on the other hand, was overcome with guilt, believing that their actions made them no better than the threats they faced.
Their junior apprentices, Red Rose and Snow White, tried to console them, offering their support and understanding. Tim's eyesight improved as he wiped away the blood tears with Red Rose's help, and Nova's clothing was dried and refreshed by Snow White's magic.
The four of them hugged tightly, seeking comfort in each other's presence. As they did, a strange magical portal-like entity appeared briefly, delivering a cryptic message before vanishing. The boys were left puzzled but chose to focus on preparing for whatever challenges lay ahead.
The room remained silent, each of them reflecting on the events that had unfolded and the uncertain future they faced.
Unfortunately , timeskip to the next day it seems the survivor Vixen (crucially thanks to her left arm injury) lied and accused the boys doing the first Blood , leaving out details of why they did so and especially Nova is the one that killed Reynard , they are now in the Probation room (Tim and Nova) their special signature weapons confiscated as they rest in bed with new versions of their uniforms and rest [and they did break the law of the Sacred Context , NEVER murder under any reason] as they heard a knock and it was the familiar head wizard was of the academy greeting the boys by the DayRise morning timezone and apologize despite she knew deep down they are not bad people as Vixen claimed , the temple people and the law says so against them.. (yet before she says her last farewells as she cannot stop their demotion of the academy and arrest , she ask Tim to step close before her magical kiss on his forehead healed the remained stiff internal pain and his eyesight back to normal as he thank her while she touch Nova's chest to help regulate his aura incase the mana became too powerful mildly) "now pay attention to you both" [make the head female wizardess of an inspiration farewell and words for the boys , she knew even a magicless like Tim has potential to be a fitting student and as for Nova despite being gifted he is so mysterious especially the nature of his OWN combat style they never witness before and the very true nature of his magic and mana yet she never had an opportunity to know yet hope that the 7 deities and merciful as soon their presence may change how the entire empire works]
The boys were in the probation room, their special signature weapons confiscated, and wearing fresh uniforms. The weight of their actions weighed heavily on them, knowing they had broken a fundamental law of the Sacred Context - never to take a life. Vixen's accusation against them had serious consequences, and the future seemed uncertain.
In the morning light, a familiar face appeared at their door - the head wizardess of the academy. She greeted them with a mix of sadness and empathy, knowing that despite the accusations, they were not inherently bad people. She expressed her apologies for the situation they found themselves in, constrained by the laws and traditions of the academy and the temple.
Before she left, she approached Tim, placing a magical kiss on his forehead, healing the remaining pain and restoring his eyesight to normal. He thanked her sincerely for the gesture. She then turned to Nova, touching his chest to help regulate his aura, acknowledging the mystery surrounding his combat style and magic.
As she bid them farewell, she shared her hope that the mercy of the seven deities might one day change the course of the empire. With those parting words, she left them, leaving Tim and Nova to ponder their situation and what lay ahead.
Nova and Tim exchanged glances as they bid farewell to the head wizardess. They couldn't help but feel a mix of apprehension and determination. The situation had taken a dire turn, and now they were facing a faction knight sent by the Equinox herself.
As they stepped out into the open field of the academy, they couldn't ignore the presence of a magnificent dragon in the distance. Its sheer size and majesty left them in awe. But their attention was soon drawn to the knightly lady who stood before them.
she has tanned skin , Freckles and Heterochomatic eyes (right side is Violet greyish eye , left side is Amber-Sunstone colored) as the lady spoke knightly "Outlaws , you have come…I am Dorothy Cardinal no.42….I am the Faction Knight , I am sent by her eminence
Dorothy Cardinal, the Faction Knight, introduced herself in a stern, knightly manner. Her armor gleamed in silver and creamy lavender hues, and her cape billowed in the breeze. Her striking appearance was accentuated by her tanned skin, freckles, and heterochromatic eyes.
Nova and Tim swallowed hard as they listened to her declaration. She was here to take them into custody, and the ominous mention of their potential execution hung in the air. The situation had grown more perilous than they could have ever imagined, and they had no choice but to face the consequences of their actions head-on.
Yet both Nova and Tim couldn't believe it , Dorothy (Tim is the one that attempted to approach her after her speech , Nova stand still as yes her name is Dorothy her her demeanor gives the aura of authority) as he spoke and spoke "I knew that freckles and colored eyes anywhere , Dorothy it's me Tim don't you remember Meee ahhh-" as he screech and tumble as she perform one arm German duplex and unsheath her sword to make him join Nova's side to stand still as she frown "Blasphemy , I am no Recolllection if a Archaican called Tim…I may look Archaican as well yet I I am just a Faction Knight a servant between this mortal realm and the Divine realm.." Tim tried not to cry as Nova Pat his back to listen and stay put.
Tim's attempt to approach Dorothy and jog her memory ended with a swift and efficient response from the Faction Knight. She executed a one-arm German duplex and unsheathed her sword, making Tim tumble and join Nova on his feet.
Dorothy's stern frown and cold words only added to Tim's dismay. It was clear that she had no recollection of him or any connection to the mortal realm. The realization struck hard, and Tim fought back tears, encouraged by Nova's reassuring pat on his back. It seemed their situation was even more complicated than they thought.
Yet that got Nova thinking of all his time with Tim and this world (was there some divine reason or BIGGER PICTURE that is a mystery) as he brush it off for now and help Tim relax and whispers to behave infront of her and it makes sense she is aggressive , maybe that's just how faction knight was for outlaws like them [until Dorothy ask them to behave as they are chained , tied up to attach theirselves to the dragon she has…Until some familiar faces came , Rose Red Carrying the dual shields of her mentors while Snow White brought with the scabbard of Nova's sword sheathed (and baked goods from Snow White to carry) , Dorothy left her mount for now and ask the ladies to introduce themselves. They mentioned they are former apprentices of the boys from the academy and they want to gift farewell offerings and their weapons as Dorothy kindly smiled and nodded they can say their goodbyes about 1-2 minuets (minutes in this world) as the girls rush to the boys already chained and attach the metal threads to Dorothy's mount [while Dorothy took the boys signature weapons earlier to say she can't let criminals hold their weapon yet safe keep it as their assigned knight] , for now the POV of Rose Red cried to Tim's chest as she kept blaming herself that if it wasn't for her and her twin being so oblivious of the dangers of being targeted. He and his friend Nova won't broke a taboo and they can graduate to rank up , as Tim use his head since most of his body are tied to nuzzle her forehead and soft with all his gentle heart not to blame herself as it just happens and Rose Red says herself it's the Vulpes Bestialkin's fault to target her and Nova's Junior {meanwhile At the other side Snow White placed a paper bag behind Nova's hands and spoke to eat that SPECIAL on sale snacks she bought and will never forget what Nova taught her as a mentor , and compare to Rose Red she just wishes for Nova and Tim to not have a severe punishment since they had a righteous reason to fight back for her and sister's sake}
The girls, Rose Red and Snow White, arrived to say their goodbyes to Tim and Nova. They brought farewell offerings and their mentors' weapons as gifts. Dorothy allowed them a brief moment to say their farewells before they were to be taken away.
Rose Red was overwhelmed with guilt, blaming herself for the situation they were in. She believed that if she and her sister hadn't been so oblivious to the danger, Tim and Nova wouldn't have broken any taboos, and they could have graduated to rank up. Tim comforted her, nuzzling her forehead gently, assuring her that it wasn't her fault and that these things happen.
On the other side, Snow White handed Nova a paper bag with special snacks she had bought. She expressed her gratitude for all that Nova had taught her as a mentor and wished that neither he nor Tim would face severe punishment, given their righteous reason for fighting back to protect her and her sister. The boys listened to their juniors, trying to be strong despite the difficult circumstances.