Chapter 5: Todoroki's Wrath
Naofumi and Raphtalia stood on the path surrounded by monsters both large bees and lizards. Although they were holding their ground well, the brothers quickly descended on the monsters along with Filo.
"You sure you're fit to fight Raphtalia?" Yang asked hanging his sword over his shoulder.
"I'm the one who begged you all to let me fight," Raphtalia replied with her sword still drawn.
"Well you proved that you are still capable of combat by taking on Yin by yourself," Yang said with a chuckle.
"But..." Naofumi complained softly.
"We're almost done, anyway," Raphtalia spoke with a smile as she looked at Naofumi.
"Whatever. Just don't overwork yourself alright?" Yang spoke looking over his shoulder at his student.
The five than looked at the monsters as they dashed out to finish them off. It took only a minute before the monsters were wiped out as the group now traveled through a forest trail.
"We managed to finish the job, thankfully," Raphtalia commented with a sigh of relief.
"I wanted to fight more," Filo complained as Naofumi looked at the path before them only to glance at Raphtalia remembering the time she was hit by the curse of the shield.
"You worry too much boss," Yang commented as he stood beside Naofumi with a smirk.
"...we start heading toward the capital tomorrow," Naofumi spoke as he looked forward causing Yang to stop in his tracks with his eyes going wide.
"Why?" Yang asked as he slouched forward with his arms hanging down only to get slapped in the back of the head by his older brother.
"You're wrapping up the trading trip?" Raphtalia asked looking at Naofumi.
"Raphtalia's treatment takes priority," Naofumi said looking at Raphtalia.
"...that makes sense," Yang said looking at the ground while rubbing the back of his head.
"We need a potent holy water from the capital's church to dispel the curse," Naofumi answered.
"...that makes complete sense," Yang said softly.
"But..." Raphtalia spoke softly while looking at Naofumi.
"We have a long journey ahead of us. Take it easy," Naofumi said looking at Raphtalia before walking past her.
"Wha...didn't I already say that? Didn't I?" Yang asked looking at his brother than Raphtalia.
"Do not let it bother you brother," Yin aid softly patting his brother's shoulder with a soft chuckle.
"I hope you get better soon," Filo cheered earning a smile from Raphtalia.
"Thank you, Filo," Raphtalia said with a soft chuckle.
"We also hope you get better Raphtalia," Yin said bowing his head slightly.
"Yes, get well soon young grasshopper. There is still much you need to learn in the future," Yang added with his sheathed katana resting between his arms and neck.
"Thank you both," Raphtalia said as Filo looked toward something.
"Master, something's going on there," Filo pointed out causing everyone to look toward where she pointed at to see a blue-haired young girl sitting down with a group of filolial's surrounding her.
"Is that..." Naofumi whispered before narrowing his eyes and walking out to the clearing along with everyone else. This caused the group of filolial's to look toward the group before running away.
"A child?" Naofumi whispered.
"What kind of parents leave their kids all alone?" Yang asked while looking around while Filo was focused on the group of filolial's that ran off.
"Those birds looked yummy. If we go after them now, can we hunt them down." Filo said as she was drooling slightly.
"Wait, yummy?" Raphtalia said looking at Filo with surprised eyes.
"Filo...they are your own kind," Yin said with a nervous smile.
"My own kind?" Filo repeated while blinking her eyes.
"Pfft...cannibal," Yang commented before Yin elbowed his head causing the beggar to quickly glare at his brother.
"So big..." The kid asked causing the group to look at the child before them.
"Are you a filolial?" The kid asked.
"You mean me?" Filo asked pointing at herself.
"You can talk, too?" The kid asked.
"Yeah it's getting her stop talking is the trick," Yang commented causing Yin to try and elbow him again which he caught and smiled. "Ya. Not this time." Yang commented while closing his eyes before Yin smiled and brought the back of his hand up to hit his brother in the face knocking him out for a second.
"You look...familiar," Yin whispered while tilting his head slightly just as Yang got up off the ground groaning.
"Nah. She doesn't look too important," Yang said rubbing his forehead with his left hand.
"I've always dreamed of talking with a filolial!" The kid said in excitement.
"What the hell's going on?" Yang asked while looking at the kid with a raised brow.
"Why not listen," Yin said looking down at his brother who sighed and nodded his head.
"For you. It's dried meat," The kid spoke pulling out dried meat from her pocket and handing it to Filo.
"Thank you!" Filo replied before taking the piece of food and started to chew on it as the kid started to softly pet the fluffy filolial's feathers.
"Could she be from the village?" Raphtalia asked.
"I do not think so," Yin answered looking at Raphtalia.
"I agree. She's too well dressed. She's probably a noble's daughter or something," Naofumi added.
"What's your name?" The kid asked looking up at Filo.
"Filo," Filo introduced.
"Filo-chan? I'm Melty," The kid introduced.
"Mel-chan, then," Filo added.
"Sure. Oh, I know. Want some more?" Melty asked as she pulled out a bigger piece of dried meat.
"I do!" Filo replied before taking the big piece of meat and started to chew on it as yang's belly growled softly.
"Why she getting free food?" Yang asked looking at Naofumi.
"Is it not obvious brother? She loves Filolial's," Yin answered.
"Filo...we still have work to do at the village. In the meantime, you can play with that girl," Naofumi said.
"You mean it?" Filo asked looking at Naofumi.
"Really?" Melty also asked with a smile as Naofumi nodded his head.
"Yay!" Filo shouted as she transformed into her human form.
"Does that mean we can relax to? If not us, then at least me?" Yang asked with a hopeful smile.
"...No," Naofumi answered while looking at Yang for a brief moment before he turned his attention back to Filo and Melty.
"Wow! You can transform, too?" Melty asked with a big smile.
"Yep," Filo answered.
"That's amazing," Melty cheered.
"Is it?" Yang asked with a raised brow.
"Brother, stop being jealous," Yin joked while nudging his brother softly.
"I ain't jealous," Yang countered while pushing his brother back.
"Come on. I know you're jealous," Yin pushed on earning an annoyed groan from Yang.
"She took that surprisingly well," Naofumi commented while watching Filo and Melty continue to talk.
"Yang-san. I did not know you could get jealous," Raphtalia joined with a faint chuckle.
"I AIN'T JEALOUS!" Yang shouted while waving his arms about earning a sharp glance from Naofumi making him shut up instantly while Raphtalia looked at Filo and Melty laughing together.
"They both seem to like their new friend," Raphtalia commented as Yang looked at Filo smiling more now. He could not help but smile softly as well before sighing.
"Filo needs to spend more time with other kids, so that's good," Naofumi said.
"Master, can I play some more with Mel-chan?" Filo asked looking at Naofumi.
"Just be back by sunset," Naofumi answered.
"Kay. Let's go," Filo spoke as the two started to head out while laughing and still playing.
"Want me to keep an eye on them?" Yang asked looking up at Naofumi. "I'll be like a quiet cat,"
"There will be no need," Naofumi answered as he continued to watch the two play.
"Plus, it seems you just want to slack off," Raphtalia added while tilting her head slightly.
"...okay I'll admit. Yes, I was going to slack off...but I can still watch them," Yang said trying to defend himself.
-Next Morning-
The brothers spent the night sleeping in the wagon while Naofumi and Raphtalia were inside the room. Morning had come around as Yin and Yang were busy loading the wagon while Filo was getting strapped into her harness.
"We truly can't find the words to thank you," The village elder said.
"I'd rather have money than words. The next time I'm here, I'll collect everything I'm owed," Naofumi replied looking at the village elder.
"C-Certainly!" The village elder replied a little taken back.
"Filo..." Naofumi spoke as he took the reins while the brothers and Melty sat in the back of the wagon.
"Here we go!" Filo cheered before they started moving.
"So why is Melty coming with us again?" Yang asked leaning against a crate with his hands behind his head staring at the young girl.
"We're escorting Melty to the royal capital," Naofumi answered.
"And we are getting paid for this?" Yang asked with a raised brow.
"I never do anything for free," Naofumi said making Yang chuckle.
"Alright. If that's the case, I'm fine with it," Yang said closing his eyes while smiling.
For the coming days, they continued to venture together fighting monsters and eating. As the night rolled in, Yang would be sleeping in the wagon while Yin would be checking on Raphtalia to make sure she was comfortable before moving over to check on Naofumi.
"Naofumi-sama. Worried about Raphtalia?" Yin asked sitting next to him.
"...Yes," Naofumi admitted before he heard Raphtalia wake up.
"Did we wake you?" Naofumi asked looking at Raphtalia.
"No..I can keep watch now," Raphtalia explained as she got up and looked to Yin. "Yin-san? Shouldn't you be resting?"
"I am used to night watch with my brother. Even though I am the one who does it the most," Yin answered with a soft chuckle.
"It's fine Raphtalia. You can rest for tonight," Naofumi spoke while looking at the firepit. This made Raphtalia push herself off her sleeping bag and get to her feet before walking over to Naofumi while taking her blanket with her.
"They're both so quiet now," Raphtalia said walking by Naofumi.
"Well...they did play a lot," Yin added as he looked at Raphtalia with a soft smile.
"It's funny after how much noise they were making earlier," Naofumi commented while sighing.
"Aren't you cold?" Raphtalia asked as she walked up behind Naofumi.
"Nope," Naofumi answered as she wrapped him in her blanket.
"We can't have you catching a chill," Raphtalia said before sitting down by his side.
"She has a point," Yin agreed with a smile.
"Mm no. My food," Yang said in his sleep.
The three looked at Yang before laughing softly before Raphtalia looked to Filo but not seeing Melty.
"Huh? Where's Mel-san?" Raphtalia asked causing the other two to look at Filo as well as their eyes come across Melty's clothes.
"You don't think..." Raphtalia whispered while looking up at Filo.
"I do not think Filo would eat her best friend...would she?" Yin asked looking at Raphtalia and Naofumi.
"Nah, there's no way," Naofumi said.
"But Filo..." Raphtalia said softly.
"Come to think of it, she did say her own kind looked yummy," Naofumi said looking at the sleeping Filo.
"Yes..." Raphtalia agreed.
"Raphtalia. Yin. We saw nothing, okay?" Naofumi said.
"Do you mean to destroy the evidence Naofumi-sama?" Yin asked looking at Naofumi.
"What else is there to do? Explain to a nobleman that their daughter was eaten by Filo?" Naofumi asked looking at Yin.
"Naofumi-sama!" Raphtalia shouted.
"What's with all the noise?" Yang complained as he poked his head out of the wagon to look at the others with tired eyes.
"They think Filo ate Melty," Yin answered looking at his brother who only yawned and shook his head.
"That's dumb," Yang said looking at Naofumi.
"What do you mean?" Naofumi asked looking over his shoulder to glance at Yang.
"Kids sleeping in Filo's fluff," Yang answered.
"What?" Naofumi asked with a raised voice waking Filo up from her slumber to see her master in disarray.
"What's wrong master?" Filo asked looking at Naofumi.
"Filo, where's Mel-san?" Raphtalia asked with a shaky voice.
"She's sleeping in my feathers," Filo answered.
"See. With that out of the way...I'ma go back to bed. Night night everyone," Yang said as he snuck back into the wagon to fall asleep again.
"Can you show us Filo-chan?" Yin asked with a smile earning a nod from Filo.
"Wake up, Mel-chan," Filo said lifting her right-wing and moving her body slightly causing Melty's head to pop out of the filolial's body.
"What's the matter?" Melty asked with tired eyes.
"Naofumi-sama was worried about you," Yin said with a sigh of relief.
"What are you doing?" Naofumi asked looking at the sleepy Melty.
"Filo-chan's feathers are so soft and comfortable..." Melty answered as she swayed back and forth.
"So, you took off your clothes?" Naofumi asked with a raised brow.
"Yes," Melty bluntly answered as Raphtalia walked up to Filo.
"But how did you..." Raphtalia paused as her hands sank into Filo's feathery body. "It's so nice and warm." She said before falling asleep onto the filolial's body.
"Do these feathers have sleep-inducing powers or something?" Naofumi asked as he picked up a feather and looked at it.
"...or Filo is that comfortable and warm," Yin added while looking at Naofumi.
The two looked at one another and shrugged before sitting back down.
"Yin, you should rest for tomorrow," Naofumi said looking at Yin.
"Are you sure Naofumi-sama?" Yin asked looking at Naofumi.
"I am. Something tells me we will need all the energy for tomorrow," Naofumi said looking back at the fire.
"...if you are sure Naofumi-sama than I will take my leave. Sleep well," Yin said standing up and bowing his head to the shield hero before making his way to the wagon and entering the back.
"No. My spot!" Yang complained before being kicked out of the wagon where he landed face-first on the ground still passed out.
Naofumi only smirked before shaking his head.
-In the church-
The four walked in with Yang keeping close to his brother seeing that Yin was already growing annoyed and triggered by the whispering of the nun's. Even with Yin's helmet on, Yang could tell something was bothering his brother by the way his helmet was moving as well as his hands. Yang sighed softly before softly nudging Yin causing him to glance down at the beggar.
"Come on brother. Don't let their words get to you. Give it time. We'll prove them all wrong," Yang whispered making Yin look at the ground in thought before nodding his head in agreement as he looked forward.
As they reached the end of the church, Naofumi spoke to one of the two of the nuns that were whispering about him only for the Pope walked in while being escorted by two priests.
"His Holiness the Pope!" One of the nuns spoke before both of them knelt to the ground with their heads lowered and their hands over their hearts.
"If it isn't the Shield Hero and the Divine Paladin. Welcome to our Church. I saw your magnificent duel at the royal palace. That means you, Yang Maeda," The Pope spoke while looking at the Beggar who was keeping his eyes on Yin until he heard his name.
"Wait what?" Yang asked looking at the Pope with half-opened eyes.
"The way you fought against a hero in a one on one duel and won left a deep impression on me. I could not believe you defeated the spear hero with such a sword at your disposal," The Pope complimented.
Naofumi only sighs before taking a step forward causing the two priests that were escorting the Pope to walk in front of him.
"Naofumi-sama..." Raphtalia spoke as she gripped the handle of her sword.
"That's not a very smart move guys," Yang warned with a long grin and his eyes opening slightly more as Yin gripped his hands into fists while taking a step forward as well. "Cause you guys are going to start a fight you cannot possibly win,"
The Pope only smiled and raised his hand causing the two men to bow their heads and retreat behind the old man once more.
"Spare us the pleasantries. I need the most potent holy water you have to dispel a curse," Naofumi spoke while Yang and Yin slowly eased up.
"Holy water, is it?" The Pope asked.
"Yeah," Naofumi said as the Pope looked to the priest on his right causing him to bow before turning his attention to Naofumi.
"Then please make your offerings," The priest spoke.
"How much?" Naofumi asked.
"If you want the most potent one, that'll be one gold coin," The priest answered.
"Fine by me," Naofumi answered.
"You mustn't, Naofumi-sama! That's too expensive," Raphtalia shouted while looking up at the shield hero.
"If it's for someone he cares for. I don't see why not," Yang said looking over at Raphtalia with a raised brow.
"Yang is right. I do not mind. Compared to you, a gold coin means nothing," Naofumi said while turning to look at her.
"Naofumi-sama..." Raphtalia said with a blush.
Yang could not help but roll his eyes as Naofumi turned and handed them a gold coin as payment. Once the priest took the offering, a nun walked up with holy water on a silver tray. Naofumi looked at the holy water and inspected it before he glanced at the Pope.
"You wanted a gold coin for that?" Naofumi asked.
This caused the Pope to turn and face the nun.
"Why did you bring a low-quality item?" The Pope asked in a serious tone.
"B-But..." The nun spoke trying to think of a way to defend herself.
"God is equally compassionate to all. If you did this to satisfy your personal beliefs, then I hope you repent at once," The Pope spoke looking down at the nun.
"I...I'm terribly sorry," The nun spoke as she bowed her head before turning and walking away.
"I apologize for my fellow disciple," The Pope spoke while bowing his head lightly.
"I won't complain as long as I get my money's worth," Naofumi replied while Yang narrowed his eyes.
"One should keep watch over their fellow disciples more carefully...if God treats all equally," Yin said while looking down at the Pope catching Naofumi and Raphtalia by surprise while Yang only groaned.
"He said he was sorry. And you know it is impossible to lie to me. The dude meant it," Yang said nudging his brother. "So, ease up alright. We don't want to make a scene or stay here longer than needed,"
Yin looked at his brother and slowly nodded before taking a step back while Yang stood in front of him.
"I'm thankful for your understanding," The Pope said as his head was still facing the ground.
Naofumi simply waited as the same nun returned with the high-quality holy water which the shield hero took hold of and checked it himself.
"I supposed that'll do," Naofumi spoke seeing it was the item he paid for as he turned and faced the door. "Let's go," The three nodded their heads before following Naofumi-sama toward the door.
"God guides us all," The Pope spoke from behind them causing the party to stop and look back at the old male. "Please be grateful for his guidance. Everything we have is by God's grace," The Pope preached before they turned their attention forward and left the church.
-Outside-
As they exited the church, Naofumi sighed and placed his hands on his hips.
"Talk about patronizing," Naofumi spoke while closing his eyes and facing the ground as Raphtalia looked to the left and pointed it out.
"Naofumi-sama," Raphtalia spoke causing the brothers to also look toward her direction.
"Sh-Shield Hero!" A lone young soldier called out to.
"What did we do this time?" Yang asked looking at the soldier while rubbing the back of his head.
"We're running," Naofumi spoke taking hold of Raphtalia's wrist and running. "Meet us at the Plaza," The shield hero spoke before running off with Raphtalia just as the soldier ran past them.
"Uhh so...what now?" Yin asked looking at his brother.
"What else? head to the plaza. It's all we can do really," Yang answered before turning and jogging toward the plaza with Yin right behind him.
"Do you think Naofumi-sama is in trouble?" Yin asked with worry.
"With how the soldier was looking at him. I doubt it. He wasn't looking for trouble but more of something else," Yang answered while glancing over his shoulder to where the soldier ran off to. "Boss attracts some weird people,"
-Plaza-
The brothers had entered the plaza talking about the past as well as the church before the sound of screaming took place. They looked at each other before running toward the sound of explosions and shouting. As they arrived at the origin of the commotion, they found the spear hero attacking Naofumi in public causing havoc and chaos. Even as the same young knight from the church stepped in to protect Naofumi and stopping the spear hero temporarily.
"Th-This is a public place! It's no place for a personal duel!" The young knight shouted with his eyes closed.
"It is now," Malty's voice sounded in which the brothers and Naofumi turned to see the princess smirking. "Surround them," She commanded.
"Draw swords," The captain repeated causing the knights to surround both Naofumi and the young knight.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I declare this an official duel between the spear hero and shield hero, with the authority vested in me by the crown," Malty explained while raising a decree from the king himself.
"No...no no no," Yang said before turning to look at his brother only to feel a violent gust pass his form as Yin charged forward. "NAOFUMI-SAMA WATCH OUT!"
Naofumi and the knights all looked toward Yang before all their eyes widened. Yin had crashed through the knights with ease before grabbing hold of the spear hero's head and slamming him into a building.
"YOU WOULD ENDANGER THE LIFE OF INNOCENT CIVILIANS TO SATISFY YOUR OWN PERSONAL VET?!" Yin shouted with his eyes wide open.
Motoyasu gritted his teeth and aimed his spear at Yin's chest only for the paladin to use his free hand to push the spear away before bringing it to his gut knocking the air out of him.
"You think wounds you felt against my brother was harsh?" Yin asked before releasing Motoyasu from his hold only to bring his right foot up and kicking him through the wall of the building. "You have not seen what I am capable of,"
The next thing that was seen was Motoyasu flying out of the building with Yin walking out of the building toward the spear hero.
"This duel set by the king does not apply to the heroes. It never could. But as heir to the Todoroki family household, I will declare my duel with the fake hero Motoyasu in a one on one battle," Yin declared as he continued to walk over to Motoyasu who had struggled to get back up to his feet. "Divine Protection," Yin spoke increasing his defenses.
"What's...going on?" Motoyasu asked while ducking under Yin's punch to prepare a thrust only to feel a heavy pressure fall over his head revealing that the paladin had dropped his elbow down on his head.
"Those two really messed up now," Yang said standing beside Naofumi with worry n his voice.
"Yang, what's going on?" Naofumi asked as he watched Yin drive his knee into Motoyasu gut before slamming him back into the ground.
"You can't tell. Yin's pissed. This is why I take all the hits because when I get pissed, I can control it to a point but when Yin gets pissed...he becomes unpredictable," Yang answered.
"How do you stop him?" Naofumi asked as Yin lifted Motoyasu off the ground with his left hand around his neck while he used his right to start punching away at the spear heroes' face.
"There's only one way to stop him," Yang said with an annoyed groan.
"And what is that?" Naofumi asked looking at Yang.
"...I gotta knock him out," Yang answered while rolling his head back and crouched to the ground with his palms placed on the floor and right knee touching the floor. His breathing slowed down as he brought his focus onto his brother's head.
"STOP HIM!" Malty commanded as the knights charged at the divine paladin only to get knocked away a second later.
"Are you sure you can knock out your brother?" Naofumi asked preparing his shield.
"Yup. I did it plenty of times...just that this time it will be a little riskier," Yang answered.
"Why do you say that?" Naofumi asked looking at Yin who got off the unconscious Motoyasu with blood staining his gauntlets.
"Because I have seen him pissed like this before...but I was lucky he was in a bad state, so it did not take much to knock him out," Yang admitted while closing his eyes. "...because he is in peak condition there is a chance, I might make it worse,"
"What?" Naofumi asked just as Yang launched himself toward his brother.
Yin turned his head in time to see his brother's left knee slam into his face forcing him to fly back and into the ground. Yang flipped forward and brought his arms over his head as he rolled onto the ground before crashing into a wooden stall. Naofumi watched carefully as Yin struggled to get back to his feet and look toward Motoyasu. Seeing his unconscious body, Yin looked to his brother before finally collapsing to the ground unconscious.
"Arrest him!" Malty shouted as the knight captain and lieutenant looked at each other before making their way toward the unconscious paladin.
"Take one more step toward him...and you will be dealing with me boys...and trust me. I am in no mood to be merciful right now," Yang said as he got back up and glared at the captain and lieutenant.
Both knights froze before Yang's glance focused completely on the princess who was now unprotected.
"And you. If it weren't for me, there would be one less hero to help save this country. Not to mention what risk would befall your father. Do you really want that?" Yang asked walking toward her.
"Stay away," Malty spoke while bringing her hands together.
"Come now, girl. Do you really think I would take commands from you? A no-good spoiled little brat like you," Yang commented before standing up straight and stretching his arms over his head hearing the sounds of his bones and joints popping. "Even if you are a powerful mage...you are no match for one thing...wanna know what it is?" Yang asked looking at her with tired eyes.
"Wh-What?" Malty asked before blinking her eyes. As her eyes opened up, she found Yang standing right in front of her with her arms outstretched.
"The wrath of the Todoroki bloodline. Throw all the knights you wish against him...you would need an entire army to slay one Todoroki heir. As for me...I have my own little secret girl...one I am really hoping to tell you in the future," Yang spoke before closing his eyes and leaning forward to take a deep exhale of her scent. "...but for now, know this...your mother...is always watching," Yang spoke with a soft chuckle.
"Enough!" Melty's voice rang out causing Yang to glance over his shoulder before chuckling lightly.
"Till next time Malty. I wait for the day you answer for your crimes," Yang whispered before releasing Malty from his hold and allowing her to fall to the ground.
Yang turned to see the little girl they were traveling with being escorted by five knights while Melty looked around the area. What caught her attention the most was the sorry state the spear hero was in. Her eyes became serious before she looked over at Yang.
"I will not allow there to be any more fighting," Melty spoke which caused Yang to look around then slowly back at the little girl.
"You think I did this? Nah. It was the spear hero's doing while boss was only defending himself. The fighting is about done already," Yang admitted before walking back over to Naofumi with his hands behind his head leaving Malty to look at her younger sister.
"Wh-What are you doing here?" Malty asked as she pushed herself off the ground and glared at her little sister.
"It's been far too long, sister," Melty spoke causing Naofumi's eyes to widen as well as Yang stop in his tracks and glance at the little girl. "Please do not think yours or the heroes' privilege can cover up this mess," Melty spoke before looking at Motoyasu.
"If you're wondering what happened the pretty boy over there...he fought a Todoroki for the first time," Yang called out.
"...the Todoroki household...are well known for their brutal fighting way," Melty spoke staring at Motoyasu before looking over at the unconscious paladin.
"If you're wondering what happened about that. I knocked him out. Better that then him crippling pretty boy," Yang said again while leaning his head back.
"There is much I must tell him about when he wakes from his state. Take him to be healed immediately," Melty spoke causing her five escorts to run over to take Motoyasu into their care and walked him to the castle to be treated leaving Malty behind to glare at her younger sister. "Sister, your fun and games have gone too far,"
"Too far? I am simply doing my job as the spear heroes' aid. The only one who took it too far was the paladin!" Malty shouted while looking at Yin before turning her gaze to Yang who glared back at her.
"Do not...blame something you started...on someone willing to end it...this could have all been avoided if you would keep your dog on a leash," Yang snapped with a grin making Malty flinch backward.
"Dog?" Malty questioned.
"You heard me. You are the most manipulative person I have ever met," Yang spoke before walking over to his brother to bring his arm over his neck groaning. "Now if you'll excuse me...I gotta go tend to my brother," Yang spoke before turning to look at Naofumi. "Permission to take leave for now boss?"
Naofumi only nodded his head before Yang smiled and turned to walk off.
"I am not done speaking!" Melty shouted.
"And I do not care. I answer to those who have earned my respect...you haven't earned it yet kid. In time maybe but right now it is all but a whisper in the wind...I advise you to leave it that way. I am in no mood to listen to senseless prattle," Yang said before he continued to walk off back to the wagon. "I am no mood to give mercy to anyone who would try to harm my brother right now,"
/To be continued...
I hope I did not overdo it with a Todoroki wailing on a hero.
...just something I wanted to do since Yang got his turn on the first chapter.