The road stop called Nick of Time. Noctis's first impression of the Nick of Time was awe in the old sense of the word. The road stop was impressive, the myriad of scents and colors assaulting her senses… And the people. So many friendly people walking around. Yes, an serene seemed like a good comparison. The Regailia pulled into the parking lot as the four got out.
Noctis continued walking across the parking lot , Gladiolus, Ignis and Prompto close behind him. The group has stopped in on their travels, suddenly there was a explosion near by, the ground shook.
The Empire soldiers began terrorizing the people and taking whatever they deemed treasure. Leading them was a woman, who was watching the carnage with a sadistic smile.
"Oh Come on!" The woman heard a voice shout, turning to see Noctis and his friends coming towards her, The group was wearing their Crowns Guard attire.
" Oh?, Prince Noctis you survived, or should i call you King Noctis " the woman mocked, Noctis drew his sword " This is getting old" Noctis said, the woman nodded. The Soldiers rushed The group. At first it seemed like the group were just goofing around, then they moved closer for more aggressive two handed combat, entering a hack and slash phase almost like those lightsaber fights from Star Wars.
A few minutes later, Suddenly the truck stop was rocked by several powerful explosions. Wooden splinters flew everywhere, bottles shattered on the floor and all the windows were blown out. Outside there were people running in terror and the smell of smoke filled the air. They found several bodies lying in the street, all residents of Nick of Time. Marching through the streets were dozens of Soldiers, "Wish they would leave us alone" Prompto exclaimed. " Shut up and fight " Gladiolus snapped " Noct lets end this quickly " Ignis said, Noctis nodded. The nearest Soldier lunged for Noctis but the Prince was able to dodge out the way. Three of the soldiers jumped towards Prompto instinctively, opened fire shooting the Soldiers, allowing Ignis and Gladiolus to strike them. They cried out in pain before turning to ash.
" Uh " Prompto sighed " They're never going to stop hunting us " Ignis said. " Good " Noctis said making the three look at him, " Im going kill everyone of them for what they did" he continued, " Come on lets get back to the truck stop " Gladiolus said, the group nodded and headed back to the truck stop.
Shortly after the Regalia pulled out and headed down the road.