Chapter 4: A New Path-part 1
Forest near Hopetown Hopetown – Three years later
In a large clearing in the forest near Hopetown the eldest son of the dark knight Sparda was seen in combat ready position with his eyes closed and his right hand near Yamato's hilt. Vergil had been given a jab to take of a small problem in the nearby forest and like most jobs that involved the forest, said problem involved something with either sharp claws or teeth…or both.
That's when four large blurs charged towards the young swordsman. His eyes shot open as he reached for Yamato's hilt "Wind Magic: one hundred blades" said the dark slayer as he swung his swords sending a hundred wind blades to the incoming enemies which successfully connected with the impact creating a cloud of dust.
Once the dust settled the blurs were revealed to be four creatures carrying swords, war clubs and axes. These creatures appear to be masculine humanoid lizard-like creatures with spiked scales covering their body. They possess a plate that covers their forehead and a light-colored mane that ranges from the top of their skull to their back. Their legs also take hove-like appearances. From what Vergil read in his newly acquired library this creatures were lizardmen.
As the monster began to recover Vergil decided to end this quickly, he sheathed Yamato and placed it in his sash. He raised his right hand "Demon Magic: Hell Bound". Magic circles appeared underneath each lizardman as black spike chains erupted from the ground binding the creatures were they stood.
"Well. I believe you four will be excellent test subjects for my new technique" stated the dark slayer clapping his hands together as the wind began to pick up around him.
"Wind Magic: Yamata no Orochi" eight hurricanes manifested around Vergil as they shot towards the lizardsmen shredding them to pieces. As the spell ended and the wind began to disperse the only thing left of the creatures were bits and pieces. 'Hmm seems I put too much power into it, I'll have to fix that' Vergil thought as he walked away from the bloodied battle field and made his way towards the mayor's office.
Over the last six months things had been remotely peaceful. Vergil had gone back to Ayame's library and began to study Demon magic and also took up Wind magic in order to not attract suspicion when he used his other magic and occasionally put it to use when fighting multiple opponents, still being a swordsmen at heart he preferred to use Yamato but wouldn't deny that this new powers were quite useful.
Just then Vergil went into deep thought as began to contemplate his current life over the past six years. Life for him had been good, he had a home and after such a long time he had people who he could genuinely dare he say cared for him but then another thought came to his mind a thought that had been plaguing him for the past few months that's perhaps it was time to leave Hopetown.
Perhaps it was his curiosity wanting to explore this new world or perhaps it was the fact that the young Sparda just wasn't used to staying in one place for too long, the fact he had stayed in that town for six years baffled even him but before he could continue those thoughts he began to hear voices letting him know he had reached the town.
Mayor's Office
Vergil Arrived in Hope town and made his way straight for the town hall. Once there he greeted Wulf's secretary with a nod to which she responded with a smile and a nod of her own. When Vergil entered the office the first thing he heard was what Vergil could only describe as perverted giggling as he saw Wulf in his chair facing backward drooling once again over the cover girl for the weekly sorcerer. That's when Vergil closed the door loudly making the perverted mayor jump in fright out of his chair but when he saw who it was let out a sigh of relief.
"Oh Vergil it's you I thought I was Nancy, or god forbid Sora. So were you able to take care of our pest problem?" Wulf asked as he gestured of Vergil to sit down while he hid his magazine.
"Yes. A simple group of lizardmen, nothing I couldn't handle" answered Vergil with his usual tone.
"Excellent job my boy you truly are a god send. And as promised here is your payment" said James as he placed a wad of jewel on the table. Vergil gratefully took the bills and placed them in his coat pocket not bothering to count knowing Wulf was a man of his word.
Just then a curious expression grew on the mayor face. "I must say Vergil over the years you've done a rather large number of jobs, you must have quite a large amount saved up anything special you're planning to do with that money" At hearing this Vergil grew thoughtful thinking if he should tell James of his thoughts of leaving Hope.
He closed his eyes and let out a sigh knowing that if he was going to tell anyone it might as well be James after all he was one of the very few people Vergil truly trusted. In fact that trust went so deep that he along with Sora was the only people to know of his true origins and who he really was.
Vergil crossed his arms as he looked at Wulf with his usual seriousness "Actually I've been thinking of leaving Hope soon. Since Sora found me in that forest this town is all I've known for the past three years aside from what I've read in books". James leaned back in his chair as he crossed his arms letting out a sigh of his own. Vergil thinking he would protest.
"I understand. After all a man such as you cannot be held down" said the mayor with a cheeky smiley, which somewhat surprised Vergil thinking the pervy mayor would protest and ask him stay. "So when do you plan to leave" asked James.
"I'm not really sure I have just come to this decision" confessed the young Sparda.
"Well whenever it is don't forget to tell Sora I'm not sure she'll take this news as well as I have" said James with a nervous smile knowing how Sora cared for Vergil like a son… even if he was close to her age. Vergil nodded as he made his way out of Wulf's office.
Morningstar Tavern
On his way from James's office Vergil had considered what Wulf told him about telling Sora, and how she wouldn't be too happy about it and the young Sparda could do nothing but agree. When Vergil entered the Morningstar things were as usual, a few of the customers taking a load off as well as travelers looking for some food and a good drink.
Things were the same as from the usual tenant having one too many, to Sora kicking them out a usual in the Morningstar. Marko and Maya were in a table having a drink and took part in some small talk with each other.
"Ah Vergil there you are. Mind helping out at the bar while I put this away?" asked Sora as she carried some crates into the kitchen to which Vergil nodded in confirmation as he headed towards the bar placing Yamato in its usual spot.
(A few hours later)
After a long day of serving drinks Vergil was behind the bar cleaning a lone beer mug with a thoughtful look yet again. Over the past few hours he had been thinking of how to tell Sora of his departure. He knew she considered him a son in all but blood which at first the young Sparda found annoying not being used so such sentiment but over time grew accustomed to it.
"Anything on your mind kiddo?" asked the bar owner getting an annoyed glare from the dark slayer.
"Sora you know I hate when you call me that. So why do you insist?" asked the annoyed half-Devil
"Because breaking that calm composure of yours is just too much fun. But seriously, everything ok?" Vergil closed his eyes as he took a deep breath knowing that it was better to get it over with now.
"Sora. I think I'll be leaving Hope soon" said the young Sparda. This earned him a surprised look from the woman as she had trouble finding her voice "Bu-but why?" was all she could say.
Vergil kept his eyes closed knowing that this was hard for Sora to hear so he decided to tell her the truth "Sora. As I have told you and James before, there is something I am meant to find and something tells me it is not here."
"No!"
Vergil opened his eyes to be met with an angered and tearful Sora he knew she wouldn't be happy. So with a raised eyebrow he asked the first thing that came to mind. "No?"
""Vergil I will not let you go out there and get hurt. You might only be a child in body and I know that you are far stronger any average mage but there are things out there much worse then a few Vulcan or bandits!" exclaimed Sora.
"I know that you don't like it Sora but this is not your decision," said the dark slayer as he began to walk away. Sora went after him.
"Vergil I forbid you from leaving!" She yelled stopping Vergil in his tracks.
"Forbid me? You are not my mother to forbid me anything!" yelled Vergil instantly regretting his words as he saw the look of pain in Sora's eyes. Vergil was at a loss trying to find the words to apologies. "Sora, i-im-" but was not able to finish his apology as she ran to her room.
'Vergil. What have you done?' he thought to himself walking towards his room ashamed at how he had handled the current event.
(2 hours later)
Vergil laid on his bed as he looked up at the ceiling unable to take his mind off what he had said to Sora. He wanted to apologies but knew that if he went after her now it might make things much worse. But his train of thought was interrupted as he heard a knock on his door. "Vergil. It's me" said Sora in a low voice.
The young Sparda went towards the door as he slowly opened it revealing Sora with a sad look on her face. "May I come in?" she asked to which Vergil nodded as he opened the door fully gesturing Sora to come in. Once inside she sat on his bed to which Vergil preceded to do the same as both stayed in awkward silence.
"Vergil. I'm sorry," said Sora being the one to break the silence.
"Why are you apologizing? I'm the one should be sorry," admitted Vergil knowing he was in the wrong.
"No you were right; I'm not your mother and had no right to forbid you of anything"
"Even so, for the past three years you've done nothing but treat me with kindness and respect even after learning who and what I really am and spit on all-" but Vergil was stopped as he felt himself being pulled into a warm embrace as his eyes widened in shock not expecting this. Not since his mother had Vergil ever received such an embrace. A bit hesitant at first but in the end he returned it. As they finished their embrace he saw Sora give him a small smile which told him that everything was forgiven.
Sora then reached for the back of her neck as Vergil noticed she was undoing something, that's when Sora pulled out a black necklace with a blue lacrima crystal (Vergil's necklace from DMC).
"Here, before I left home my mother gave me this, its good luck lacrima. I want you to have it" she said putting the necklace in his hand.
"Sora, I can't accept this" protested Vergil.
"You can and you will. I want you to know that even though I'm not your mother I care for you as if you were my own," Sora told him as she cupped Vergil left cheek as Vergil gave her one of his rare smiles but then…
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
The tender moment was ruined as a large explosion was heard throughout the town. Both Vergil and Sora went towards the window to see what was going on. To their horror they were met with the sight of the town on fire, the many buildings and houses were covered in fire and smoke as the echoes and screams of pain reached their ears.
"Wha-what is this? What's happening?!" asked a horrified Sora not believing what she was seeing.
"I don't know" he said putting Sora's gift in his pocket and reached for Yamato. He stopped at the door as he gave Sora a serious look. "Stay here and don't open the door for anyone, I have a bad feeling" he told her as she gave him a nod. Once Vergil exited the Morningstar, Vergil ran towards a nearby large building as he performed a great jump landing on the rooftop for a better vantage point. There he saw that the damage was much worse than he thought and that's when a loud bloodcurdling scream reached his ears.
Facing the direction were the scream came from Vergil narrowed his eyes when he saw the top half of a large airship docked in the center of town. That's when he knew where he needed to be as he went full speed towards his destination.
Town Center
Once near his destination the young Sparda could see few of towns people, whom were brave enough to stand up to their attackers, lowered their weapons and started to pile up back into the massive grounded airship. Across the front of the airship and all of the men's clothing, was the insignia of a heart covered in thorns. All of the men were dressed differently with their own style and quirks but wore the same dark color and theme, the young swordsmen had no doubt that this men belonged to a dark guild.
"Man…why the hell did we have to come all the way out to destroy some stupid little town?" asked one of the dark mages.
"You already know why you damn idiot" answered one of his comrades with an annoyed tone.
"Yeah, yeah but why do we have to take them alive?"
"Because of the vault Master Hades discovered, which contains the key, can only be opened with certain amount of human blood" answered another dark mage.
"Whatever man, I just wish we could get this shi-" the members of the dark guild all stopped their mussing as they heard shuffling of stone. They watched as a woman, tattered and bloody pushed her way out of some debris. The woman stumbled a little as she began to gain her balance, still shell shocked, from the traumatic event that had just occurred. Only until she looked to the side and saw the men who had attacked her town did she scream.
"Shit we missed one. What do we do?"
"Get her! Who knows what the master will do to us if we let even one of them escape!" exclaimed the dark mage.
"I got this" a bald member said as he chased after the terrified girl. All of the guild members were laughing as they saw the poor injured girl try her best to escape their fellow guild member's clutches. The woman was crying, as she desperately tried to find a means of escape, she could feel the man coming closer and closer as fear finally took over. Losing the strength in her legs she was unable to run away, now at the mercy of the dark mage.
The man summoned a magical sword as the woman tried to crawl away as she whimpered and shrieked. The man lifted the sword over his head, the fires from the homes and trees only intensified the woman's fear as she shut her eyes waiting for the end.
The dark wizard was to finish the woman off until he heard something from above. He looked up in time to see a dark figure rapidly coming down towards him. The person spun around and back kicked the dark mage knocking the air out of his lungs and send him soaring a few meters backwards.
The other dark mages watched silently as they saw their comrade skidded on the dirt for several feet before groaning and finally falling on his back. They all looked from where he landed to where he came from, and saw an eleven year old kid with silver hair swept back with a few lose hairs on his forehead, wearing a black jacket with white pants, a black sash tied around his waist and tan knee high boots holding an O-katana on his left hand.
Vergil looked over his shoulder locking eyes with the terrified woman and with a strong and steady voice…
"Run"
The woman couldn't comply fast enough as she scurried as fast as she could. Vergil returned his gaze back to the surprised dark mages as he unsheathed Yamato and got in a ready stance. The first to get out of their state of shock was a tall man wearing a turban as he along with the rest of his comrades finally realized what was happening.
"GET THAT LITTLE FUCKER!" ordered the turban wearing mage as he along with the others drew their weapons.
Vergil ran towards and slid under on incoming sword swipe. He then performed a horizontal slash sending a wind blade at the sword wielder that launched him as he crashed into two of his comrades. Vergil dodged several more axes and swords as he used Yamato to parry and disarm his opponents. When one of the blades came close to cutting him, he raised his left hand and used Yamato's sheath to block the incoming attacks, as the dark slayer vertically slashed the attacker.
Vergil began to acrobatically dodge an incoming barrage of strikes and couldn't help but smirk at their pathetic attempts to kill him. One of them yelled loudly as he tried to cut Vergil In half with his war axe, but the young Sparda back flipped just in time as he landed on the mage's back using him as a spring board. Once Vergil was airborne he pointed Yamato at the dark mage sent a wing blast that sent him painfully crashing into the ground.
As the silver haired boy landed on the ground, the remaining member of Grimoire heart began to flare their magic trying to scare the boy but all they got from the young Sparda was nothing more than a bored expression. This only enraged the dark mages even further, first this kid ruins their fun then he defeats a rather large number of their comrades and now he's looking down on them as if they were nothing but insects.
"That's does it, you think you big stuff you cocky son of a bitch!" said on the mages as lightning began to crackle in his hand.
"Yeah, well show you not mess with Grimoire Heart you damn brat," said another mage as he stood next to the lightning wielder with wind a small tornado on his forearm.
"Unison Raid: Storm Breaker" the dark mages launched a large beam of condensed air and lightning towards Vergil. The dark wizards grew a sadistic smile as they saw that the silver haired boy wasn't moving thinking he was probably paralyzed by fear, but they couldn't have been more wrong. When the blast was in range Vergil lazily lifted Yamato over his head and casted a downward slash creating a large dust cloud.
The mages looked on in amusement believing they were to be victorious. But once the dust cloud settled their eyes widened as they noticed that their attack hadn't even reached in fact it seemed as if the attack was split two ways, that's when they realized that the young swordsmen had actually cut their attack in half. As the boy gave them a cold and calculating look they realized that they were weak and they were going to die. This sent a chill down their spines knowing that this boy was way out of their league.
Vergil charged towards as he round house kicked another assailant across the face. Attack after attack, mage after mage in little over fifteen minutes a large number of the Grimoire Heart members had fallen to his blade. Even though there was still many left, Vergil did not seem to be worried he could tell none of these men had the skill or mindset to pose an actual threat and he would not hesitate to kill them.
After all these people came to an innocent town and began to take people for their own sick reasons and kill them for their own amusement. Something told Vergil that these men had done much worse than what they have done to his home and for that these men deserved to die. These men needed to die. Vergil knew that he was being a hypocrite but he followed a new path now and his path would not allow for the blood of an innocent to be spilled.
"What the hell are you? Why the fuck are you attacking us? Do you think you some big hero or something kid? " Asked a whimpering no named mage.
"Does it matter" asked the dark slayer with an emotionless tone
"Of course it fucking matters, why do you even concern yourself with what we're doing?" said the mage which earned him the full coldness of Vergil's eye.
"Why do I concern myself?" Vergil asked as his voice began to grow cold. "You come into my town, you attack and destroy my home and you have the guts to ask me why I am concerning myself?" said the young Sparda as he sent so much kill intent; the dark mages were having trouble breathing.
"But to answer your question, what concerns me is the fact that people like you willingly go out of your way to cause nothing but pain and misery to those who are weaker than you and as long as I draw breath I will stop each and every one of you," Vergil words had so much power in them that just for a brief moment they did not see a child but instead saw the ethereal form of Vergil's older self.
"Step up, you seriously think you can stop each and every one of us?" one of the men stepped forward thinking that the silver haired boy was just full of shit.
"Yes. I do and if you wish to prove me wrong," said the young Sparda as he got in a ready stance. "Come at me"
The Mages were all a bit hesitant they knew that they had the numbers but they also knew that Vergil wasn't any ordinary mage the wind spells he used were simple once the power behind them was something to not be recon. But just then their looks of fear and uncertainty were replaced confident smirks and laughter. Vergil raised his eyebrow as look of confusion came to his face.
"Well then boy. If you wish to stop us, how about you start with me" said a deep voice.
Vergil's widened in surprise since the voice came directly from behind him. He noticed that the person behind him practically radiated magical power if the pressure he was feeling was anything to go by. What really worried him was that he could tell was that the man wasn't even doing it on purpose. Vergil mentally kicked himself for not noticing this immense pressure up till now. In fact the magical pressure was so dense Vergil was starting to breathe heavily as he looked over his shoulder.
The man had a long dark cape attached to a mantle on his shoulders that reached all the way down to his ankles. He had long white hair with a mustache and beard that went down to his waist proof of his old age. He wore a dark red shirt, long grey pants that were tucked in his black boots.
Whoever this man was, Vergil could feel a dark aura radiating from the man and instantly knew that the real fight was about to begin.
(A/N: hey everyone i hope you enjoyed this chapter and trust me i know that some of you might not be to happy about this ending in a cliffhanger but hey here is a consolation price. A lot of you have asked me to give Vergil a harem and after a lot of consideration i have come to a decision.
Vergil will have a harem and thanks to AstralJean i have decided who will be in it.
1) Ikaruga
2) Kagura Mikazushi
3) Akula- from the fairy tail video game
4) Ultear Milkovich
I chose to give Vergil a small harem but i think that this four are suited best for Vergil and what i have planed for the future.
also i would liketo give you guys a heads up. my second semester at college just started so i wont be able to update as frequently, but i promise you guys i will not give up on this story. As always guys and gals thanks for reading please continue to do so and dont forget to favorite and review. Adios )