"The Lesson"
Summary: Fang has been knocked unconscious and Lynne is left to fight several enemies on her own, even in her already weakened state. Upon her battle, her mind opens up and she realizes some truths that she's never seen before.
Lynne took in several deep breaths. The way everything had played out so far, the situation didn't seem well for Fang and her. Fang, who had fought hard to protect her, had just lost consciousness due to several elves, which had combined their water magic with holy water. Holy water was Fang's weakness, and they had hit him hard with the attacks. He had several wound injuries, such as bruises and gashes, which had been burned worse due to the holy water. His skin was marred red from the burns caused by the holy water, and he seemed to be in pain. Lynne's condition was no better. She was iced in several bruises, gashes, and stab wounds, along with internal bleeding, which revealed itself through blood oozing out of her mouth.
Lynne scanned her enemies, taking in any information, such as their injuries, strengths, and weaknesses. From what she was able to perceive, she had six enemies to defeat on her own. Two of them had serious injuries, and would only be able to use low magic skills. One of the enemies seemed to have lost his consciousness, but was managing to stand on pure will-power. That enemy would be rather simple to take out, since all it would take is a shove. Two of the enemies appeared to run out of energy to use magic, but would continue to use other skills such as physical fighting. The last enemy visible seemed to be in perfect condition, which made a major disadvantage. Lynne then took in account her condition and she wore a rather terrified face. She had a heavy disadvantage. Not only did she have a heavy disadvantage due to her condition, but facing six enemies made her odds even lower. She stood in front of Fang, slightly shaking.
I have to protect him. Hyrothgar….and Fang…they've done so much for me. Lynne quickly dodged one of the attacks, taking Fang with her so that he wouldn't get injured. She then laid him onto the ground, being careful not to damage him anymore then he already was. Someone…or something is always protecting me. Why is that? I'm always being protected, even though I say that I can perfectly well defend myself…what am I doing? The only times that I'm ever brave…is if they're right beside me. When I know I have them to back me up. Why am I always so weak and protected? Hyrothgar and Fang…are always fighting when I'm out. But now…it's me and Fang. And now it's all on me. Fang isn't going to be able to help me. I have to protect him. Then one of the elves sent a fire attack at Lynne, so she quickly deflected it using a water spell, being sure that no flame hit Fang or her. Hyrothgar has always been there, just like an older brother to me. He always protected me and taught me my first fighting technique. Hyroth…he's never turned down any of my requests and always wanted me to be in a carefree world. Fang didn't have any relation to me, or know me at all, but he protected me from those elves, and started to travel with me. He's been there ever since. Fang didn't just tell me he loved me, he proved it. By putting his life on the life every day for me. Even when he didn't need to. When I think about it… Lynne then sent a fire attack at the elves, hoping that it would help in taking out a few. However, her luck was low, for it only took out one enemy. …this whole deal is teaching me something important. I need to take a stand…and that stand is to protect what I love. No more trembling in fear. No more giving in at the last second. This time… everything will be different. I will be the victor. I will succeed. No more Mrs. Nice elf. Lynne then prepared herself, straight on her feet, wearing a face of determination. With all of her heart, she wanted nothing more than to succeed, and she would fight with all of her might in order to gain that prize.