With the introduction over, we pick up where we last left off! Chronicles of Elrios is back, baby, and the plot thickens in the fourth chapter! I'm not going to bother to continue asking for help correcting my work, I think you all get it by now. I'll also drop the Notes section. Hopefully three times of typing the exact same thing will teach you guys a lesson!
TheRunAwayPanda: Thank you so much for finding that tiny error! I must have skimmed over it when proof reading. Shows how much I need a beta reader, haha. Also, thank you for your kind words and continued support! My day gets better when I know somebody somewhere is enjoying my work!
Cast:
Aaron - Aaron
Elsword - Base Class
Aisha - Base Class
Rena - Base Class
Disclaimer: All characters and settings belong to KOG Games. I only own my OC.
-Darker Tidings-
Third Person Omniscient
It had failed.
A creature two times the size of a grown man walks through a portal, reappearing inside some kind of tower. It climbs the crumbling staircase upwards, getting nods of acknowledgement from smaller creatures wielding spears and bows to the side. It contemplated to itself of the actions that lead to this moment. Two small humans and one elf, huh? It would probably get reprimanded for making such a foolish blunder.
Finally, it reaches the top of the tower, where two columns rise up into the air. In between the two columns, a small tear in space can be seen. It's mood increased slightly as it saw the twin monuments and growled in a pleased manner, but abruptly stops when it noticed something else was nearby.
To the side stood three figures: a slender man polishing his blade, a succubus tending her fingernails, and a giant man admiring himself through the reflection of some broken glass. The man with the blade looked up to the creature.
"Did you get it?"
A low rumble emanates from the stomach of the creature.
"I...I had to retreat. There was a young male human who was with a young female human and a female elf. The male deeply resonated with the stone, and threw me off. Plus there were too many disturbances. I couldn't risk detection, especially when we're in the early stages of our plans."
The succubus scoffed.
"So you didn't get it. A child? You had a task of taking candy from a baby, and you failed that?"
The beast grumbled, irked at her jab. The slender man seemed unaffected. He turned his back on the creature, and continued speaking.
"It simply sets back our plan for a little while, no need to fret. Nothing that a few simple calculations can't fix. Why don't we push this ordeal under the rug and begin corrupting the El fragments within the shrine?"
The beast contemplated, and begrudgingly accepted it.
"Alright. I'll get to work on that."
"Then it is settled. We will go off to complete our end of the plan."
The meeting was adjourned as spontaneously as it occurred. Those who had gathered left in a portal similar to the one the creature arrived in. All alone, it looked up to the dark starless skies.
"A child...I won't let a measly child ever cross my path and get away with it again, I swear it over my dead body. That is, if a child ever gets the misfortune of meeting me again."
He gave a crude laugh, the solitary sound of barking echoing throughout the quiet village.
First Person Aaron
"You can really tell the bandits are stepping up their work."
Elsword swung his blade at a Tobu, who made contact with the sword, flew through the air, hit its face twice on the ground while tumbling back, and smashed into a Bor that was getting pummeled by the head of Aisha's staff. The scene was almost comical in a way. On the other hand, Rena had perched herself atop a platform, shooting down any stragglers that tried to ambush the group. Aisha wiped beads of sweat off her forehead and gave a sigh of satisfaction.
"Hmph! The level of outlaw activity has increased tenfold. They're all over the place! Good thing they're just small fries. Nothing that I can't handle!"
Nailing a Thief Phoru in the head and causing it to fall back turtle style onto its backpack, Rena hopped off to join me. I had been leaning against a tree, observing the fighting and giving little boosts here and there. Rena checked her inventory, making sure she had enough arrows in stock to keep fighting.
"It's been three days since we've departed from Ruben. The number of bandits should attest to the fact that we're closing in on their lair. Elsword, Aisha, Aaron; we need to make haste, for I fear that the El seems to be leaving the nature faster than anticipated."
Elsword shielded his eyes from the sunlight.
"Well, we are making pretty good progress. Check it out over there!"
We looked out to the horizon, where a distant castle loomed over the town of Elder. Elsword pumped his fist.
"We're almost there!"
Aisha nodded, and smiled graciously.
"Can't wait to sleep in a comfy bed!"
We begin walking, the town of Elder getting closer with each passing minute. Rena looked at me, her head tilted to one side.
"Hey, you alright? You haven't spoken much lately."
I did not respond at first, for I didn't know she was talking to me. She then flicked my forehead, making me break concentration. I quickly gathered my bearings.
"...Oh...Huh? Me? Well...I've just been thinking."
She tilted her head curiously.
"Thinking about what?"
"...I...I forgot; my apologies."
"...Are you sure?"
"Yes."
"...If you say so."
She leaves me be, seeing that attempting any more conversation with me would be fruitless. Rena must have been concerned by my well being, seeing as she appeared to be sensitive to the energy of nature itself. Frankly I didn't want to talk about what I was thinking about, so I felt a bit guilty for lying. I'll internally promised that I would tell them in due time.
When we finally reached the town, the first noticeable thing was that it was considerably louder than the quaint village of Ruben. This place screamed that it was a vibrant community with a flourishing economy. Merchants advertised their wares, citizens mulled about, and soldiers walked around aimlessly. It seemed like a real life version of the picturesque stereotype of a mercantile city. In the center of all this, a grand statue stood overlooking a square where children were playing games and squealing happily.
Rena's eyes sparkled.
"Wow, look at all the merchandise! I could spend an entire day shopping here!"
Elsword looked slightly worried.
"I don't think our ED will be able to cover the expenses, Rena-"
"Stop him!"
The voice of a young girl rang out as a person shoved us aside and ran through. Behind the person trailed a white haired tan girl donning a white off-the-shoulder crop top, aviator goggles, gray welder gloves, and bulky gray cargo pants. Without a second thought, I lashed out, my chains flying forward and wrapping around the speedy person in the fashion of a bola. Pulling tight, I tripped the thief, causing him to fall unceremoniously onto the ground. I then reeled him in like a fisherman admiring his prize catch. The girl finally caught up to us, breathing raggedly and trying to catch her breath.
"Huff..Puff...Thank you!"
Elsword shoots a thumbs up at me, Aisha seems thoroughly impressed, and Rena gives a round of applause. I look at the bandit, who carries a familiar emblem on his scarf.
"He's from the crew of Banthus. What'd he take from you, miss?"
"The name is Echo! He took my lollipop, but…"
The bandit had stuffed the lollipop into his mouth, sucking on it noiselessly. Everybody silently stares at the captive. Two soldiers ran up to me and bowed in thanks. They then grabbed him, made him spit out the lollipop, and dragged him away. Awkwardly, Echo tries to break the tension in the air.
"...I'll just get a new one. Are you guys adventurers? By the way you're all dressed, you must not be from Elder. I know, as thanks, I'll show you around!"
And we're done. I really like Echo's character design, she's such a cutie! Anyways, questions, comments, and suggestions are all welcomed, and I'll respond to all your reviews next time!
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