Volume I: A New World
Chapter IV: The Unwanted Hunt
Location: Roof Level, Underground Dungeon
"Come on. Let's move!"
*Upon waiting a whole day at the Underground Dungeon, Feldia and Percival were currently preparing to move out once again. The airship was currently docking at the rooftop, waiting for them to arrive for them to return to the capital at Goldenia.*
"Hey, Feldia?" Percival started to say. "You know that Lancelot is not back yet, right? We're not seriously gonna leave without him are we?"
"We don't have time to deal with him playing lovers with that woman of his." Feldia answered. "This is official business, and important business at that. We're leaving here. Whether he leaves with us or not is up to him. Now let's go."
"Well. . . can't argue with that, I guess." Percival sighed.
*Soon the boarding doors on the airship opened, extending outward to the roof for them to board on the ship. At the entrance point there stood a rather large man coated in yellow armor, and holding a great axe upon his shoulders.*
"Oh. Lieutenant Feldia." The man in yellow said. "I didn't know that you'd be coming with us so soon."
"I thought that someone was missing from the group." Feldia replied. "Nice to see you're still here too Vane."
"Likewise also, my fellow companion!" Vane answered. "Well then, I guess once Lancelot shows up we can un-dock the airship and start heading back for Goldenia-"
"No. We're leaving without him."
"Leaving without him?"
"Feldia says that these are important matters that we need to deal with." Percival jumped in. "He says that we don't have the time to sit around and wait for Lancelot right now."
"But, I'm sure he won't be much longer." Vane protested. "I'm sure if we wait a few more minutes-"
"No can do, Vane. Feldia's mind is set on leaving right away."
"Leaving right away is the best option." Feldia added. "We need to leave immediately. I'll explain everything on the way."
*Vane rubs the back of his head*
"Well..." He said. "I suppose so... Alright. Let's get ready to leave then."
*Feldia nodded as he and Percival boarded the airship. Vane turned around and followed them, closing the boarding dock behind them. Soon the airship began moving away from the roof of the dungeon and started flying off. However, the moment it got a good few yards away from the roof...*
"Hey! Wait! Come back!"
*...came out running Lancelot, who had arrived just after the airship left. He ran out of the roof's door, calling out to the airship. However it was all in vain as the airship did not turn around.*
"You guys can't leave me here!" He continued to call out. "I'm right here! Come on!"
*The airship continued to head off away from the dungeon. Lancelot sighed deeply and collapsed back to the ground, continuing to watch the airship fly off as it was out of range.*
"Dammit..." He sighed. "That was my ride..."
Location: Goldenian Airship
"-And that's basically it. That's why we're in such a hurry."
*As the airship made its way back towards its destination of Goldenia, Feldia and Percival had taken the time to explain the current situation to Vane*
"That's why we had to leave so urgently." Percival said. "While yes, it would've bee good to wait for Lancelot, this situation is something that needs to be taken care of as soon as possible."
"This monster..." Vane responded. "You're saying that we're not sure if it's Man, God, or Demon?"
"It's assumed that it would be considered a demon." Feldia answered. "Demons are currently the only warriors in Riverbrandt that use scythes. But according to the victims I obtained information from, it wasn't a Soul Harvester. And there's no other scythe wielder that fit the description that I was given. Therefore, I don't' think it would be right to mark this. . . this thing, as a demon just yet. At least, not until one of us could see it in action."
"See it in action?" Vane asked.
"You intend on trying to fight this thing Feldia?" Percival asked as well. "That sounds like something Vane, Lancelot and I would be suited for more than you."
"While that may be true, the more skilled warriors combating this creature the better chance we have at apprehending it, don't you think?" Feldia answered.
*Vane and Percival both nodded, knowing that Feldia is right.*
"Now then," He continued. "Let's just prepare our to present this case to His Highness. This 'monster' is obviously a threat to him and possibly the rest of Goldenia."
"Possibly the rest of Riverbrandt as well." Vane added.
"Then we must make haste." Percival said. "There's no telling where this thing is currently, and what in the hell it's doing..."
"Hey! QUIT IT!"
"GET THE HELL OFF ME!"
"I said STOP you assholes!"
Location: Village, Eastern Helhein
*Meanwhile with said mentioned "monster", Ragna, Monika and Feena had managed to leave from the forest and arrive at the nearby village that Feena had scouted earlier. However upon arriving, they ran into some unexpected circumstances, forcing the girls to panic and come up with ideas. The idea they found: Trying to hide Ragna's identity. Against his will.*
"Come on Ragna, stay still!" Monika said to the man struggling to get away from her. "This would move a lot faster and easier if you would just cooperate. It's not like we want to hold you down."
"It's not like I want you to cut my damn hair you bitch!" Ragna yelled back at her.
"Hey we already tried throwing a bucket of water over it." Feena commented, holding a rolled up poster in her hand. "And then it just went back to being spiky again. Now would ya sit back and let us cut those spikes off already? We won't mess up THAT bad."
"I gave you assholes my coat willingly already!" Ragna replied. "Shouldn't that be enough, dammit!?"
"We thought so at first. But I mean you saw that wanted poster they printed of you, so quickly. Now you basically a walking ta-"
*Ragna broke free of Monika's and Feena's grasp, knocking the scissors out of the former's hand. Ragna snatched the poster out of Feena's hand and unrolled it, revealing what is supposed to be a wanted poster of him. Though the poster did manage a few things recognizable about him, the person on the poster still looked like a constipated old man with white hair, that was barely even spiky when you look at it closely, and what is supposed to represent a red jacket at the bottom.*
"This. This poster here." Ragna started to say. "Looks NOTHING like me, dumbass! Why the hell are you making such a big deal over it?!"
"Hey it's a precaution." Monika answered.
"I mean when you look closely at it, you can see the resemblance." Feena answered as well.
"Look at this face! Look at it!" Ragna yelled out while pointing to the face on the wanted poster, then to his own. "How the hell does this abomination POSSIBLY resemble me an any goddamn way!?"
"For starters," Monika answered. "The white, spiky hair. Hence why we've decided to cut it."
"I didn't decide on any of this!" He exclaimed.
"Hey Monika?" Feena started to say. "While we're at it there's also the issue of the face we have to deal with. That might be a giveaway."
"Well, you do have a point." Monika answered. "But how the hell are we gonna change the way his face looks?"
"Hm... Maybe with a few oils and other things we could apply makeup or something, I dunno. Just whatever that'll hide the man's appearance."
"That would take too long to find don't you-"
*Ragna suddenly interrupted their conversation by knocking the two girls away from him, and grabbing his sword.*
"Dead Spike!"
*The two girls shrieked and jumped out of the way as a black beast-like head emerged from Ragna's sword, thankfully missing them and destroying a pile of crates behind them. A second one came up as Ragna swung his sword once more, in which the girls rolled out the way. Though the second head did leave a large dent in a nearby wall, they sustained no damage. Finally Ragna ended by sending out a third and final head straight down into the ground, forming a crater. The impact knocked Monika into a nearby wall, cracking it, while Feena was sent flying all the way back through the opening made by the destroyed back.*
"Man..." Feena started to say. "I am so glad I don't wear a skirt..."
*Monika suddenly blushed upon realizing that the position she was laying in allowed them both to see up her skirt. Ragna, upon realizing this, covered his face with his hand turned away while the girl got back up. Feena snickered slightly, trying to hold in a laugh. However, just before Monika could start yelling at the two over what just happened, all of them paused (save Feena, who looked up) as they heard a commotion from outside the alleyway.*
"What in the world was all that noise?!" A man asked.
"Was someone fighting?" Another man asked. "I-Is somebody hurt?"
"I think it came from over here!" A woman pointed out. "Over here, by the back alley!"
*The three looked at each other back and forth, and then picked themselves up and grabbed their stuff before taking off running from the other side of the alleyway before anybody could see them.*
"Feena! Wrong way!"
*Though as they ran out from back end, both Ragna and Monika turned right afterwards. Feena however, ran to the left, unknowing that the others went in the opposite direction. Upon hearing Monika's voice call out she quickly turned around and ran as fast as she could to catch up with her allies.*
Moments Later. . .
*The three continued to keep running as the group of civilians were moving to expect the area. Upon running through the other parts on the alleyway they came across another stack of boxes for them to hide behind.*
"Here!" Monika called out.
*The group stopped and quickly moved behind the boxes. Only to find that as soon as they got there, there wasn't enough room for all three.*
"Dammit, we'll still be seen from here! Ugh, now we gotta- H-Hey!"
*Monika was cut off as Ragna picked her up. Before she knew it, Ragna had put her inside one of the boxes and shut the lid, causing there to be enough room for just him and Feena to hide. The two moved as far behind the boxes as possible as they saw several civilians pass by the area, thankfully not spotting them. As they watched the civilians leave their view, Ragna peeked behind them to see if there was any more coming. However the only remaining civilians were going in the opposite direction away from them, and eventually became out of sight.*
"Is it clear?" Feena whispered.
"Yeah..." Ragna answered. "I think we're in the clear."
"FINALLY!"
*Ragna and Feena jumped as Monika bursts out of the box she was currently trapped in, breathing heavily and desperately trying to catch her breath.*
"What was that for!?" Ragna asked frantically. "You scared the living shit out of us-"
"Oh don't you give me any of that, asshole!" Monika responded very angrily. "What the hell!? You stuffed me. Inside. Of a box! In case you didn't realize, I'm a living person! Not some doll you can just throw away whenever the hell you feel like it!"
"What the hell was I supposed to do, let all of us get caught!? We already look suspicious enough being the only ones in this damn alley!"
"Which we wouldn't have to risk being caught if you would've stopped being a giant baby and just cooperated with us!"
"You say that AFTER you've worked together to pin me down! Like hell I was gonna willing cooperate with you two crazy assholes!"
"Who are you calling crazy!?"
"I'm calling YOU crazy!"
"Guys..." Feena butted in. "Please stop... I feel awkward standing here while you bicker back and forth like you're an old married couple."
". . . . Fine." The two sighed.
"Come on." Monika said. "Let's head back into town. Hopefully we won't be spotted out."
*The two nodded and began heading back the way they came, taking precautions to not been seen as they walked through the alley. Around a few minutes later the three had arrived at the entrance of the alleyway, quickly making their way out. The three sighed upon seeing that they were in the clear.*
"Thank the Gods.." Monika said cheerfully. "That was a close one."
"I'll say..." Ragna sighed.
"Seriously..." Feena said. " Did ya have to try and attack us like that? You should've known that someone would hear you."
"You don't have to keep rubbing that in, sheesh." He responded. "I already get that, you know. Look, just be glad we managed to get out of there without getting-"
*Ragna stopped mid-sentence as he noticed the group passed by another one of his wanted posters.*
"Are you kidding me?!" He said. "This one's even worse than the one in my hand!"
"Ragna, stop that." Monika said. "You're gonna make us look even more suspicious."
"I can't help it...!" Ragna groaned. "This ugly piece of shit just infuriates me for some reason. I don't know why but I just hate it. What's worse is that you two can actually tell it's me from looking at it."
"In our defense, we're traveling alongside you." Feena replied. "Why wouldn't we know it's you?
"The two of you rub it in as well." Ragna answered.
*The two girls sighed, knowing that Ragna was right about that.*
"Yeah..." Monika said. "I guess we did get a little carried away."
"Hey there's no need to get so down." Feena said. "Look, Monika still has Ragna's coat in that bag she bought, and the wanted poster doesn't say anything about a sword. Considering that, trying to call Ragna a monster just based off hair alone isn't really a good assumption. I think we'll be fine."
*Ragna and Monika thought about what Feena just said for a moment. And after realizing the way that the masses and majorities work, she was right. They were sort of in the clear for now.*
"She does have a point." Ragna replied.
"Besides that, I'm starving!" Feena exclaimed. "I'd say we've done enough for now! Why don't we call it day and find something to eat?"
"Easy Feena." Ragna said.
"Just because we're good for now doesn't mean we can just completely relax." Monika said. "We might run into someone that actually knows more about these rumors and can pick Ragna out. Besides, I'm not really all that hungry."
*Monika was stopped at the sound of her stomach growling.*
"W-Well..." She said while blushing. "Maybe a little... Still I don't wanna risk it."
"Not to mention that considering the way the three of us have been together since we got into town." Ragna added. "Call it a hunch, but it'll definitely earn some looks from others."
"What do you mean?" Feena asked.
"Come on, it's clear that the two of you aren't just skilled women who just happened to have been at the right place the other day. I'm pretty positive you two must have something important going on that would make others point you out. To make it worse, if that's true, then what do I look like traveling alongside you two? I mean, Monika, you labeled me as a mercenary the first time we met, and it's pretty clear that you two aren't just mercenaries."
*Monika and Feena looked back at each other, then back at Ragna.*
"You're a sharp one, you know that?" Feena said while smiling.
"Yeah, I guess we should probably tell you about ourselves sooner rather than later." Monika replied. "Considering we're traveling together and all."
"Can't we just discuss this over food? I know a great place in this town that we could go to!"
*Ragna and Monika chuckled before nodding in approval. The two followed after as Feena led the way to somewhere that they could find something to eat.*
"We're here."
Location: Goldenian Airship
*Standing in the airship, Feldia, Vane, and Percival had arrived at a large city, with at least one and a half dozen layers (18 floors of the city). At the top of the layers, there was a giant, gold and iron castle, that actually seemed bigger than the city itself. This was Goldenia, the city that they had been heading to the entire time.*
"So," Percival began to say. "All we have to do is land and get this information out to our king, correct?"
"That's right." answered Feldia.
"Shouldn't that information have already reached His Highness?" Vane asked. "There's already rumors going about in other kingdoms about this monster. I hear Chaste, and Helhein have already started posting up little wanted posters around their cities."
"Hell, Chaste's been increasing the amount of patrolling guards in it's capital from what I've heard before we left." Percival added.
"While that may be true, there's no absolute way of knowing unless we go." Feldia replied. "Besides, for a rumor to spread throughout lower kingdoms such as Helhein so quickly doesn't mean that Goldenia will automatically assume it to be of concern. Which is why His Highness is most likely unconcerned with these rumors as of now. Therefore, it is up to us to tell them and get word out."
"Well..." Vane started to say. "I guess that's fair."
"Can't argue with that." Percival said in agreement.
*The airship soon docked down at the 16th floor, entering into a large hangar that contained other airships as well. As it came to a complete stop, the boarding docks extended out into the hangar, allowed for Feldia, Vane, and Percival to step off. As they did they found themselves approached by two women (the first one was a young girl with light purple hair, in light silver armor with a beret on her head. The second, a young blonde haired girl, wearing a green tunic mixed with armor).*
"Lieutenant Feldia?" The first girl asked. "There wasn't anything scheduling that you would be-"
"I'm here on important business." Feldia stated, cutting her off. "It's an emergency that's all. I need to head up to the top floor immediately. "
"But sir-"
"There's no time for me to waste."
*Before she could say anything else Feldia began to walk off.*
"Rude...!" The second girl pouted.
"Well, he did tell us he doesn't want to waste time. " Percival commented.
"Oh! Percival." The first girl began. "Do you and Vane know what's going on? I know Feldia's rude and all, but, he could've at least explained what's wrong with him."
"Yeah, fill us in Percy!" The second girl demanded.
"Apparently there's been some trouble that sparked regarding Lieutenant Weisswind and her recent assignment." Percival began.
"O-Oh, did something happen to Monika?" The first girl asked, sounding very worried.
"I'm not completely sure." He answered. "But I'm sure that she's alright."
"Then what seems to be the problem?"
"What Feldia learned, he describes it as a monster. Something that's possibly of the Demon realm, but it's currently unknown. It could be from Man's realm or the God's. All we know is that whatever it is, 2 people have already been killed due to this thing."
"Yikes...!" The second girl commented.
"I see..." The first girl said. "And... Feldia thinks that this... "monster"... is a possible threat to Goldenia, and His Highness correct?" Percival nods in agreement to what she said. "Hm... Then perhaps we should go with him."
"No need." Percival replied. "Vane and I can-"
"Actually Percival..." Vane started to say. "I'll leave this to you."
"What?"
"While the two of you are gone up to the upper castle, I'm gonna refill the airship and start heading back to the prison hold to pick up Lancelot. If he's in on this too, then we might as well go and bring him to the capital as well."
"Lancelot was courting Katalina again?" The first girl asked.
*The two boys nodded*
"No wonder he got left..." she sighed.
"You sure you should head out so soon?" The second girl asked Vane. "You should probably let us check your ship out first. A couple of things look like they're about to fall off."
"Nonsense!" Vane laughed. "This baby right here is still good as new!"
*Vane banged his hand on the airship, but soon he, Percival, and the two girls ran out of the way as a piece of the airship's hull suddenly fell off, landing in front of them. The two girls looked at Vane, who slightly rubbed the sweat off of his forehead.*
"On second thought..." He said awkwardly. "Maybe I can wait a few hours."
*Percival sighed as he began to walk off after Feldia, while the two girls and Vane got to work moving the broken piece of the airship's hull out of the way.*
Location: Tavern, Village, Eastern Helhein
*After the recent events that happened to the three, Feena led Ragna and Monika to a small tavern inside of the village that they were currently in. After the two had finished their meal, Ragna and Monika had started to continue their conversation from earlier.*
"I have to admit Ragna, I'm surprised." she began to say.
"It was obvious after all." Ragna replied. "No way you were just there at the right time by coincidence. So, what's your story? I told you mine last night, so it's only fair I get to know you too."
"I understand that. Though, there are some things about my past that well... I prefer not to tell others. Even Feena doesn't know everything about me."
"Though that's not saying much, considering she forgot your name."
"Fair enough. Very well, I'll start with me."
*Monika put down the small cup she was holding and began to talk.*
"I am Monika Weisswind. Currently First Lieutenant of the Imperial Army of Goldenia. My original mission was for Feena and I to survey that village and deal with that group of bandits you ran into. Though, by the time we got really... well you already know this part."
"Heh. If it wasn't for your outfit, I probably would've never assumed you'd be someone in the military."
"Unfortunately I get that a lot..."
"Back to the topic. This "Goldenia" you mentioned. I'm taking it this is a place?"
"Of course. Goldenia's one of Man's kingdoms, the largest one in fact. It's always been one of the only places that could possibly rival any kingdom of the Gods or the Demons." Monika notices the confused look on Ragna's face. "Oh, that's right. You're not from Riverbrandt. You don't understand the three realms or anything that I just said..."
"Well, that is why I'm sitting here."
"Right. So, basically, this is just how most races in Riverbrandt would all fit into three categories. The first being the realm of Man. Then being the realm of Gods. and finally, the realm of Demons."
"Huh... Out of curiosity, where would you say I would fall in this?"
"Well... Normally from just looking at you, I would classify you as part of Man. But considering that show you put on with that "Azure thingy" of yours, and the fact that across Riverbrandt you're being labeled as a monster... I'd have to classify you as a Demon..."
"Well that's nice to hear..." Ragna said sarcastically.
"Sorry. But that's just based off assumptions. I'm not saying you are, but it's most likely the case. That power you displayed wasn't anything like Man can do. And I've never seen the Gods use a dark claw like you did before. All I could assume is that you may be a demon. Most chances are, if you hadn't said something about amnesia, we may not be having this conversation."
"Associating with demons must be something illegal back at this Goldenia, I suppose?"
"Goldenia does have some bad history revolving around the Demon realm. That would explain the hostility."
"And the only reason you're being nice towards me is because of my amnesia?"
"Well... I'm just real interested in things involve people coming from outside of Riverbrandt. It's real rare for that to ever happen."
"Really?"
"Yeah. Riverbrandt wasn't really made to be a world that interacts with others."
"Huh. I see."
*Monika takes a small sip of water from her cup as she clears her throat.*
"Mind if I asked why you joined the military?" Ragna asked her. "Or is that something you don't talk about either?"
"...Monika?"
"...Right. Sorry I asked."
"No it's alright. But to answer your question it's... because I had a friend that was in the military as well."
"...Something happened to this friend didn't it?" Monika nodded. Ragna sighed. "Sorry for bringing that up."
"Hey, it's alright. I'm okay. But, I'd rather not say anything about that subject." Monika sighed. "Anymore questions?"
*Monika looked up towards Ragna. The look on his face told her that he did have more questions that he wanted to ask, but didn't think that it would be the right time*
"Ragna, it's fine." Monika said. "Just because you accidentally brought up a sensitive topic doesn't mean I'm just gonna shut down. If you still have anymore questions, then you're free to ask me."
"Well..." Ragna answered. "Maybe one more..."
*Ragna gestured over to the tavern bar behind Monika. Specifically he was looking towards Feena, who was currently drunk, and just having as much fun making jokes with and about the other bar patrons, causing those that listened to laugh at and with her just about everytime.*
"What's the deal with your drunk friend?" Ragna asked. "What's her story?"
"Well, from what I know, before she joined Goldenia's Army, Feena used to be a real famous mercenary." Monika answered. "She may not look like it... or act like it... But she's real reliable in a fight. I don't know what made her become a mercenary and all that. She never told me. All I know is that one day she showed up at Goldenia, begging to be allowed into the Imperial Army."
"For someone like her to get in, you guys must be real desperate for members or she's extremely skilled."
"What's that supposed to mean?"
"Monika, be real. You see her over there. If you ask me, Feena can be real immature. I don't know her like you do, but I can already tell that about her."
"I hate to admit, but you're right. But I'm serious Ragna. Feena really is a skilled soldier. She really impressed the higher ups and earned her spot in the Imperial Army... Whether or not she shows it now..."
*Monika deadpanned at the previously mentioned drunk woman, who while they were talking, had managed to start a fight with a couple of ruffians at the bar*
". . . She's one of a kind." She sighed. "That's probably why she's so talented."
"You realize that we're gonna have to pay for anything she breaks, right?" Ragna asked.
"Yeah, I know. But I'd rather not interfere with her in the middle of a fight. Worse case scenario, I get punched straight in the face trying to stop her."
"Something tells me this happens a lot."
*Monika laughs*
"You have no idea."
*Suddenly the two jumped as one of those ruffians Feena was fighting was launched away, crashing into their table, breaking it in the process. They turn to see that Feena had already taken out both of them.*
"Well that was quick." Ragna commented.
"Alright, let's get her out of here." Monika sighed.
*The two got up from their table and walked over towards the drunk woman, picking her up by the shoulders and moving her towards the door.*
"Okay, Feena that's enough." Monika said to her. "You need to go outside. Get a breath of fresh air."
"What are you talking about?" Feena hiccuped. "I'm fine! Perfectly fine!"
*Though obviously drunk, for anyone else Feena somehow still had enough sense of mind that she could pass herself off as still being sober. However, this wasn't enough for Monika and Ragna, who saw through this, and still forced her outside.*
"Okay, okay..." She groaned. "I'll go outside."
*Feena pouted and walked outside of the tavern*
"That's one problem out of the way for now." Ragna said.
"Right..." Monika sighed. "Now there's the problem of the collateral damage... Even though I knew that this was coming, I am still not looking forward to this..."
Meanwhile. . .
Location: Village, Eastern Helhein
"Thanks again for escorting me back, Katalina."
*Walking through the village without the others was Lancelot, still in his formal attire. Walking next to him is an attractive woman with blonde hair. She wore iron gray armor with a blue cape, and her sword tied to her waist. This woman is presumed to be the previously mentioned Katalina that he went to see. After Lancelot was left by the others, he and Katalina had left from the underground dungeon and tried to make their way back to Goldenia.*
"Seriously, I'm so sorry for having to drag you along like this." He continued to say. "I didn't think Feldia and the others were seriously gonna take off like that without me. Even though this situation is serious, I thought he would have at least waited a couple more minutes for me to show."
"It's nothing Lancelot, I swear." Katalina responded. "You don't need to apologize. It's the least I can do for you traveling all the way there just to see me. Besides, I was looking for excuse to leave that dungeon. There's only so much I can stand when it comes to prison inmates. They can get rather vexing."
"I believe that. Still though, wouldn't your superiors still be a little bit upset since you had to leave? I can't imagine that any of them would possibly be happy about the fact that they have to watch prisoners while you're out with me."
"Lancelot, you're making this sound like we're on a date or something, right now. If we were then, I'd have to agree with you there. But considering this is official business, and important business at that, then we shouldn't have any problems with them scolding me whenever I return."
"Fair point. Although, we never did say how long this trip of ours was supposed to take you know. As far as we're all concerned this could be a date and they'd never know about it."
"Is this supposed to be your great plan to try and ask me out?" Katalina giggled.
"If it is, I'm ashamed that I didn't think of it sooner. That would've worked out perfectly don't you think?"
"Surprisingly, I can see myself falling for something like that." She rolled her eyes. "Alright. Alright. I guess it can't hurt if we made one stop on our way. I am a little hungry myself too."
"If that's the case then I believe that there should be a small tavern close by. How about we stop there? Oh, and I'll be the one paying so there's no need to worry about prices."
"Careful Lance. Some women might take advantage of that."
"Are you saying that you're one of these women?"
*Katalina laughed, smacking the man on the back of his head. Lancelot merely smiled, knowing he was right that she was not one of those women. Soon the two had reached the tavern that he was leading them towards. However, upon getting in range, they noticed a single figure standing outside of the tavern. One that was oddly familiar.*
"Hey. . ." Katalina began to say. "Isn't that. . ."
"I believe it is." Lancelot responded. "But what would they be doing here?"
-x-
*Feena had been standing outside of the tavern as instructed by Monika, leaning against the wall as to slowly come back to her senses after being drunk.*
"Damn, I can't believe they threw me outside..." She uttered to herself. "I'm not even all that drunk. I'm perfectly fine! But no. They tell me to wait outside. Well you know what? I should show her. Yeah! I'll go show Monika and Ragna that I. Am. Completely. Fi-"
"Feena?"
*Feena turned around, and instantly stood up in attention upon seeing Lancelot and Katalina now standing behind her. Although drunk, she was able to realize that there was possible trouble with these two around.*
"Oh shit. . ." She said to herself.