Argentum: Fight scene time!
Shinobu: Should be interesting!
Grel'Slyfer: Ah my favorite Hashira~.
Shinobu: Because I'm beautiful?
Grel'Slyfer: No it's because you can be utterly cruel and heartless.
Shinobu:…
Shadow: Best to ignore him.
Shinobu: I'll do that just… just like with Tomioka San~!
Argentum: Wow.
Mukago: Are these really the people who've been killing us?
Argentum: Best not to think of it.
Shadow: I can agree to that. Now seeing how we have nothing let's just get onto the story.
Argentum: Agreed! Shinobu, mind sending us off?
Shinobu: Hai~! The Dark Guard productions own nothing but their OC's and reality building conceptualizations. Everything else belongs to their respective owners. Now without further ado…
Everyone: Here's the story!
Hello= Regular talk
Hello= Thoughts
[Hello]= Radio
(Hello)= Telepathy/Mind reading
Chapter Twenty: How I made a new friend or… How I nearly killed myself …
I honestly had no idea what I was doing. Realistically I knew my chances of beating a Kizuki even one that was a lower moon. Was not in my favor, yet instead of running away or calling for backup I charged in. Mukago, if that was her real name, had excellent reflexes and her control over the plants surrounding her was incredible. I found myself quickly using both the fourth and seventh forms constantly.
Cutting and dicing through every branch, root, and twig coming at me from all sides. This is going nowhere fast! Cutting through another root I looked back at my opponent. She had moved a few feet back to get more distance; Mukago was also standing on a root fifteen feet in the air. Smart… Seeing how her blood demon art worked I knew she was not a close ranged fighter. How well she could operate at close range was still up in the air. However simply keeping back, and making herself hard to hit made the fight all the more challenging.
Cutting through another batch of plants I swung at her. Hachi no Kata Kanpeki En! As my flame sphere soared at Mukago, the fourth lower moon sent a wave of branches at it. The flame sphere destroyed the wood causing some smoke to billow. But the lull in the battle didn't last long as Mukago sent another wave of plants at me. Tch! Shichi no kata Enjo Nejire! Using the twisting flames I burnt up all the plants.
With Lyb'Craeft still on I noticed something underneath me. Instincts shouting at me to jump so I jumped. The moment I did so thorny plants shot up at me. Using the third form I destroyed them before landing on my feet. I was seriously starting to thank Shinjuro for all the training he put me through. Without it I'd be dead a hundred times over by now! Cutting more roots up I looked around myself. There were more and more plants shooting up out of the ground. Seems as if Mukago doesn't just control the plants, she can also instantly grow them!
As I cut through another wave the lower moon spoke to me. "You should just give up! If you do we might be able to work something out." Looking back up at her I narrowed my eyes.
"And let you continue hurting people? Yeah I don't think so!" She seemed to become angry at my rebuttal.
"I don't hurt those who leave me alone!" Shaking my head as I sliced through another branch I retorted.
"AH! But listen here! I won't be the last slayer to come after you. If I don't stop you now, a more unreasonable member of the corps will come by." Cutting through a root I continued. "And I know you aren't selfless enough to simply knock them out. So if I let you live and then someone dies… that will be on my head!" Mukago winced before growling at me.
"You… it's not my fault I'm like this! I'm just doing the best I can to survive! And I don't care what you! Or anyone else has to say to that!" I knew I had struck a nerve and had pissed her off, but I didn't necessarily care all that much. For while I understood where she was coming from in a purely emotionally stand point, I still had a duty to carry out, and I would carry it out.
"If that's the way you see it fine! That will not stop me! Go no kata Enko!" Charging forward with the flame tiger engulfing me I cut through everything in my path. Seeing my charge Mukago lifted herself higher out of range. Smirking I sliced downwards, hitting the branch she was holding herself up with. As it started to fall she tsked before reaching her arm up. A branch extending from a nearby tree to hoist her up on another lower branch. It was a smart move and I couldn't help but compliment her. "You really are different from any demon I've slain so far, most would've flailed around as they fell."
She smirked dusting off her fur collar. "Well… I was chosen to be a kizuki. Of course I'd be stronger than most." She then looked at me before narrowing her eyes. "I could also say the same for you though…" At my raised eyebrow she elaborated. "I can tell, you aren't even close to a Hashira's strength. If you were I would've run as fast and as far away as possible. However you are able to still keep up with me. Most would've died by now." As sad as it was I had I had to agree with her, most demon slayers of my rank probably would've died.
Have to thank Shinjuro and Kyojuro profusely the next time I see them… Shaking my head I looked at the tree she was on and grinned. Well I hope I'm not fined for any deforestation! Charging forward I raised my sword. San no kata Kien Banjo! Slashing down at the tree I burnt right through it at an angle. Seeing what I was doing Mukago jumped to another tree as the one she was on fell. Having predicted that I jumped on the fallen tree and ran up it before jumping off towards her.
Her eyes widened before ducking, however she wasn't near fast enough as I cut off an arm. She fell off the tree screaming in pain before landing on her feet. At her tears I couldn't help but wince. I felt a bit guilty having now realized just how much she disliked pain.
However my job came first no matter how I felt, so as her arm regenerated I jumped down. "It's a shame! If you hadn't become a demon you might've been able to help soo many people! Muzan stole an amazing person the day he turned you!" As I came down on her sword blazing Mukago jumped back.
Her face now furious as she fought back once more. "You know nothing! If it wasn't for him I would've died! He saved me from my pain!" Gritting my teeth as I weathered her assault I yelled back at her.
"So what?! I have no doubt that he doesn't care about you! Monsters like him never do! Shi no kata Sei En no Uneri!" Cutting all the plants coming at me from in front I charged forward. "If you think he would care if you died! Than you're wrong!"
Gnashing her teeth as she jumped back Mukago retorted. "Why would that matter?! He turned us and lets us do what we want as long as we stay loyal! And I've advanced my knowledge on medicine to continue to help people! He hasn't stopped me so why should I care if he cares at all? I'm still able to keep to my dream!" As her anger grew so did the number and size of the plants attacking me. By now I was dodging and weaving through entire trees.
Cutting them when I could and using them as springboards when needed. I was forced to think on my feet. Using forms that weren't meant for certain things to make sure I wasn't smashed. It wasn't enough however and a tree smashed into me sending me flying. As my back hit the ground I felt something break and I coughed out blood.
Knowing that if I stayed still I'd die I jumped up as she spoke again. "That's just the first of… many… injuries? What is this smell? I've never smelt anything like it before! Marechi blood? No!It is something even more delicious!" Narrowing her eyes she attacked me with hundreds of small plant like whips. Having not fully recovered yet I wasn't able to block them all. There was a particular cut across my cheek that stung. Though as soon as I got it, the barraged stopped as the twig that cut me was brought to Mukago's face. "I've never smelt blood like this before." She gave my blood a lick before freezing up. "What… this is… I've never felt so much power from a drop of blood." She then covered her mouth before coughing out blood. "What? What is this doing to me?"
I had no idea what was happening. "What's going on?!" She looked at me in fear backing away.
"You-you're not human!" Standing up while holding her stomach in pain she backed up further from me. "Stay away from me you monster!"
I couldn't help the incredulous look from forming on my face. "I'm a monster?! Sorry but I haven't gone around eating people like you! And back to my previous point… Muzan is the biggest monster in this world right now!" Mukago in her panicked state then said something she really shouldn't have.
What happened next would force my hand. "That's different! At least I know what Muzan Sama is! I have no… idea… oh no. OH NO! Please forgive me! PLEASE FORGIVE ME!" My eyes widened in shock as she started screaming for forgiveness.
"Look it's alright I can under-" I was cut off from my own shock. Hands suddenly sprouted from the fourth lower moons body. Her cries and begs were silenced and replaced with muffled screaming. I wasn't told about this! I didn't know this would happen if a demon ever spoke Muzan's name! What I did know was that I couldn't let this kind if misguided and cowardly girl die like this.
Gritting my teeth I ran forward with a yell. "Stop it!" I began cutting off the arms that threatened to physically tear her apart. But more kept on sprouting and my frustration grew along with them. Now close by her I could see the plea for help in Mukago's eyes. An X now cutting through her Kizuki mark. I didn't know what to do, and I had no desire to kill the demoness anymore. ARGH! What am I supposed to do?! With that thought I kept on slashing at the arms.
I'm doctor line break PHD! What seems to be the problem?
It wasn't going very well, all I could do was slow down the girls own death. My brain wracking through everything I could do. I was beginning to tire, but I was determined to save her life. At the time I didn't even know why I was trying to save a demon's life. All I could think of was my promise to save those who needed saving. As another hand grew back to crush the girl's head I knew I had to try something else.
As I cut that arm off I used Lyb'Craeft to find an equation, any equation that could let me save Mukago's life. There wasn't any… "Dammit!" As I felt some despair seep into my heart I quashed it with flames. "There has to be something!" With my fear banished I thought of my spells, particularly my restoration spell. It would be costly and it might kill me. But I had a promise to keep, and by kami I was going to keep it. My mind then went back to her reaction of my blood. For just a moment I had filled her with strength, though I guess it was too much strength for it overwhelmed her a bit.
I tried to think of why that was and I realized that it was because of my partial dragon blood. Taking that into account I stopped cutting the arms and gave her a hard look. Her eyes widened as I quickly explained my plan.
"Mukago, if that is your real name; I'll need you to trust me! I'm going to try and over power whatever Muzan is trying to do to you. It will hurt! There is no doubt in my mind, and I don't even know if it will work. If you wish for me to do so simply blink once. If you don't want to risk it and simply want it to end blink twice." There was no hesitation, her fear of death overcame her fear of pain and she blinked just once. Nodding I quickly cut through my hand letting it bleed profusely. Ignoring my own pain I cut off another arm and let my blood flow into the wound.
Later on I would discover a number of different things I could do with my blood. But back then I only thought of overpowering Muzan's blood with both my own and magic. My idea began working much to my confidence of the rest of my plan. The arms began regenerating slower than before. Taking this as my cue I cut each one as I literally bled on the stumps. Eventually Mukago could make actual sounds again, even if said sounds were screams of pain.
It made me feel horrible, but I kept on going. When I saw how she wasn't being destroyed from the outside, I grabbed her and dripped blood into her mouth. It would take care of any internal problems, or at least I hoped. I myself was beginning to feel dizzy from the blood loss. Shaking my head I waited for a minute as I held her close. Letting the demoness cry and shout in pain, her claw like finger nails tearing into my body.
However I wasn't done yet and gently laid her on the ground. Time for the final stretch… Raising my hand I put everything I had into my restoration spell. Using my actual strength and stamina to fuel it as my magic ran dry. "AHH!" With a yell I unleashed the spell and the effects were immediate. Mukago stopped thrashing around and began to sleep peacefully. My blood and spell healing her, her skin began to turn into a healthy if slightly pale color. Even Mukago's horns looked both larger and healthier. Bending up slightly with an almost white polished sheen, the place where they connected to her forehead no longer veiny.
Seeing my work done I knew it would be up to her to survive from now on. "Alright! I'mma nap…" With a triumphant smile on my face I fell backwards onto my back. Unconscious before I even hit the ground. My last thought wondering if this was how Megumin felt after each explosion spell.
The next time I woke up I felt a pecking on my forehead. "Just five more minutes…" That's when I felt a painful poke. "Ouch!" Sitting up while holding my forehead I looked around. The sun had come up and Oniki was standing on my head. "Oh… hey there. Guess I worried you huh?" She nodded as I gently scratched underneath her chin. "Sorry, I'll be more careful from now on. Thanks for worrying about me." That seemed to placate my upset crow as she jumped onto my shoulder. "You wouldn't happen to know how long I've been out would you."
She shook her head. "Caw! I have no idea, but I am curious about the strange horned girl next to you." I blinked for a moment confused by what she meant. That quickly turned to panic as I looked at Mukago.
"CRAP! We need to take her out of the sun!" Oniki seemed confused by my panic.
"Why?"
I began answering her but cut myself off when I noticed something. "Because she is a… demon? Wait why isn't she burning?" The sun was directly shining on the demoness yet she was fine. "Well… that's a new development." I sat there for a moment before sighing and turning to Oniki. "Are you up for delivering a few letters?" Taking her eyes off the former lower moon Oniki nodded. "Alright give me a while, have quite a few things I need to write down." I ended up writing three letters to the ones I knew and trusted the most with this matter. Two were to Shinjuro and Kyojuro, their respective statuses as both former and current flame Hashira's, would give them a unique perspective on this.
The last letter I wrote was to the head of the demon slayer corps himself. Kagaya Ubuyashiki, whom while I've only met once. I knew was trustworthy and was also worthy of respect. Finishing off my letters I tied them to Oniki.
"Fly fast, and fly carefully. We cannot let anyone know about what has happened yet. Not without the master's orders." Oniki nodded before flying off, leaving me alone with the maybe demon girl. Sighing I stood up and retrieved my sword. Observing the blade I smiled as I saw no chips or dulling on the blade. Quickly cleaning it on a cloth I carried for that express purpose I sheathed it. "Alright… dragon blood kicks at least weaker demon bloods but." I had no delusions of it working on a stronger or higher ranked demon.
In fact I had no doubt the only reason my crazy idea worked on Mukago, was because Muzan was trying to murder her. The demoness was losing more blood than her demonic body could produce. Weakening the blood in her just enough for mine to overcome it. Even then I think I might of turned her into something else. Looking back at her peaceful if bloody form I observed her. She seemed fine at the moment, but I didn't know if just going out into the sun was the only thing going on. I needed more time to observe and watch her behavior.
"Why do all these things have to happen to me?" My question would go unanswered as my possibly new friend continued to snore.
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By the time it was noon I was hungry and munching down on a rice cracker. I would've liked to go into town and get something a bit more substantial, but I could not leave Mukago alone. Not only would that be rude, it would also be irresponsible of me. Thankfully I had some onigiri to eat if I was really hungry. For now the crackers would do. Though I was honestly surprised that my provisions weren't smashed in my fight. Taking a drink from my water container made me sigh in relief. It was good to get fresh water in my system.
Hearing some light groaning I turned as Mukago started siting up. "Ugh… why do I feel as if I was hit by a train?" I couldn't help but snort in some amusement as she turned to me. "Wait aren't you..?" She trailed off as the memories of last night seemed to hit her. "I'm alive… I'm alive!" She was crying tears of joy while sitting on her knees, examining every last part of herself to make sure she was altogether. "How? I don't understand how this is possible!" That's when the demoness finally noticed an important detail. The sun currently shining down on her. "AHH!" For a moment she was trying to back away before I spoke up.
"While I don't know how you no longer have to worry about the sun." That got her to stop and examine the light hitting her skin. "See? Strange but I'm guessing my blood had an interesting effect on you." She was now looking at me as if I was sort of god instead of the monster she thought before. "Please don't give me that look; I believe the specific circumstances presented were what allowed me to save you. Even then I almost died in the attempt. Used way too much magic energy putting your body back together."
Turning to me she bowed her head to the ground. "Regardless… you saved my life at the risk of your own. I can never repay you enough for that!" I was now rather embarrassed. It was the first time someone had ever bowed their head in gratitude towards me. "As I can no longer feel Muzan's influence over me I know I am free. So if you ever need me for anything… I'll do what I can to repay you. From now on I'm-" Seeing where she was going with all of this I quickly cut her off.
"Woah there! I have no need for any sort of repayment or servitude. Just promise me that you'll try and make up for your past misdeeds. That'll be enough for me." She seemed stunned before nodding gratefully. "That being said we need to decide what to do with you. I've sent a few letters out to discuss a number of things with my superiors." Mukago seemed a bit fearful but nodded in understanding. Now I didn't exactly blame her for feeling that way, though at the same time I knew those I messaged would be understanding at the least.
That's when I heard a low noise and she hugged her stomach. "Heh heh sorry, I guess everything had left me hungry. Yet I don't feel the need or the desire to eat people." Curious to see what might happen I took out an onigiri and tossed it to her.
"Catch! See if you can now eat regular food. If you can I have no doubt it will help people trust you more." Catching the onigiri Mukago agreed with me before taking a hesitant bite. "So? How do you feel?" She didn't answer instead just cried more before taking another bite. Seeing her eating made me smile softly. Guess that answers that question. As she finished her food I couldn't help but toss her another one. "Take this one to. After everything you've been through, and having not been able to eat normal food for so long. You deserve a bit of small joy."
She was crying even more tears of joy. "Thank you… I haven't eaten an actual meal for over two hundred years! Thank you! Thank you so much master!" I couldn't help but wince at the title she just gave me.
Tossing her my water container as she almost choked I tried to reason with her. "Uh please don't call me that. Might give people the wrong impression." Drinking some water to clear her throat Mukago smirked at me a bit.
"Oh? But what is there to misunderstand master? You've saved me and I've pledged myself to your service in return~! So what else should I call you but master?" At my dull look my new friend laughed. I could only sigh at her behavior making Mukago laugh louder.
"Really starting to feel the gratitude up in here."
Shaking her head she bowed to me again. "Sorry but I do swear myself to your service. You've liberated me from a monster, and have changed me into something while not human. Is still infinitely better than being a demon." I was about to say something to temper her enthusiasm when I heard a voice behind me.
"I agree~! Being a demon must've truly be awful~." My eyes widened as I turned around to see a woman standing behind me. "Hello there~!" Though she was standing over me I could see that she was fairly short. As I turned to see Mukago's shocked expression, I knew that even she didn't pick up on the woman's presence.
So with a small prayer I decided to greet her as well. "Uh yes I suppose it would be terrible. Also hi? Sorry I didn't notice you behind me until you spoke up." As she giggled her white and pink butterfly kimono flapped as if it was a part of her own body. That's when I also noticed that while it was a purple tinted one, she was still wearing a demon slayer uniform. However I did not expect what she would say next.
"Oh I'd be surprised if you did~. I'm Kocho Shinobu, the current insect Hashira. A pleasure to meet you both~!" Even though I couldn't see her I knew Mukago had frozen in fear. I didn't quite blame her because I wasn't quite sure if she was here to kill us, or escort us.
So with some caution I stood up hand not leaving my sword. "Well it is good to meet you than ma'am I'm Smith Michael." I then gestured to Mukago who got up and bowed her head. "And that's Mukago, but I'm sure that you know who she is seeing that you're here. Am I correct in assuming Oyakata Sama got my letter?" She nodded while keeping a light purple eye on my new friend.
"Your assumption would be correct. Being the closest Hashira nearby I was told to bring the two of you in. Making sure nothing interrupts your travel to the master's home." I let go of my sword handle but didn't quite relax, she must've noticed my action because Shinobu giggled. "Oh you're precious~! I can tell that you have a good heart. But just to sate any curiosity you might have…" She trailed off before disappearing. "Even if you had fought with everything you had it wouldn't have been enough to stop me." She was behind me holding the tip of her sword to my throat.
Looking down at her sword only made me more curious. For while it had a tip the entire center of the blade was missing. That along with its multi colored flower tsuba gave it a stinger like appearance. I also noticed the kanji for demon destruction engraved on the bottom of the sword. A fitting saying for a Hashira to have on her weapon, in fact I was sure Kyojuro had something similar on his sword.
Pulling back Shinobu laughed. "Just thought I'd get that out there~. Now let's get you two to the Master!" She then turned to the side and clapped. That's when a young girl jumped down from a tree. "Kanao Chan it's time to go~!" I narrowed my eyes at the pink and rather dead eyed girl. This one I felt as if I could take with a little difficulty. Her pink outfit stood out quite a bit, and I assumed that she wasn't quite yet a full demon slayer.
Turning to me Shinobu as if reading my mind spoke up. "This is my adoptive sister and Tsuguko Kanao! I hope you all get along~!" I simply nodded moving a bit closer to Mukago. "Hmm… well time to get going!" With her piece said Shinobu started heading towards the northern path. Noticing that Kanao was watching the two of us for any deception I sighed while gesturing to the Hashira.
"Well I guess we better follow." Mukago nodded nervously as we began following the insect pillar.
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It took us a few days of travel to reach Kagaya's manor. Though it felt longer under the watchful gaze of the insect Hashira and her Tsuguko. So I was rather grateful that when we reached our destination. I was even more so when we eventually made our way inside, and right into that same room I met Kagaya in the first time as well. Inside were the master himself, Kyojuro, and Shinjuro. I could also see all of Kagaya's kids this time along with his wife. Once inside I decided to be polite and bow towards Kagaya and his family.
He smiled at me before gesturing to the current and former flame Hashiras. "I am glad that all of you have arrived safely. When I first received your letter I was worried the Muzan would try something against you. For now let the former demon step forward, Michael San you may stand next to your mentors." Nodding I then quickly made my way over to my sensei's. As I did so I gave a comforting smile to Mukago which she seemed to appreciate.
Once besides them I couldn't help but whisper to them. "Help me! Shinobu is scary!" I saw Shinjuro do his best to keep in his snickers, while Kyojuro simply patted my back in understanding. Regaining my composure I turned to watch the proceedings. On the opposite side of us now stood Shinobu and Kanao, the former looking rather curious while the latter didn't seem to care.
Once everyone was settled Kagaya spoke up. "I've read about the many things young Michael had written about you. How you said Muzan gave you a second chance to follow your dreams. Of how you wished to be a doctor and even pursued such an avenue after becoming a demon." He then frowned while still speaking in that calming tone of his. "He also told us of how you've killed many members of the corps over the years. Of your fear of pain and death. But I wish to hear from you… how many of our people have you killed and devoured? What do you wish to do now that you're free from Muzan? And why should we allow you to live despite all the things you've done?"
The ball was in her court now and the former demoness looked down at her feet. Thinking hard on her response, before finally kneeling down and bowing her head to the floor. Now unlike the others I wasn't too surprised by her actions; she had done the same to me only in thanks. However her answers to the questions were rather surprising.
"I have killed over a hundred demon slayers over my last two hundred years of life. Most of them were from the early years of my becoming a demon. It was all in an attempt to preserve my own life and to avoid pain. Being now free from that monster has made me realize my faults. I have no other desire than to try and help the corps in any way I can. I wish to stop Muzan from doing what he did to me to others. As for why I should live… I have no answer. I've done horrible things simply because I of how cowardly I am. I cannot express my sorrow for my actions, and solely leave my judgement in your hands."
All of our faces had become hard; everything was now in Kagaya's court. Whether he let Mukago live or die was completely up to him. I for one hoped he'd let her live so she could share her knowledge with the organization. So that she can try and atone for all the pain she's caused. But I wouldn't let my personal feelings get in the way of things. Mercy could not rob justice after all.
Thankfully it didn't look like that was going to happen, for a smile slowly appeared on Kagaya's face. "Very well then, your answer shall suffice." He then turned to Shinobu. "Tell me… how did she behave on the way here?" Taking a step forward the insect didn't hesitate to answer.
"She behaved rather well actually, even sharing a meal of rice balls with us. So it is safe to assume that she no longer needs human flesh to survive." She then stood back as Kagaya turned to the still bowing Mukago.
He regarded her for a moment before nodding. "How would you personally rate your medical knowledge Mukago San?" The former demoness answered without raising her head.
"I've made sure to advance my knowledge to the best I can over my life. So I would have to say my knowledge is rather extensive." Nodding Kagaya raised a hand to her.
"Raise your head." She did so as he continued. "From now on you will be working to atone for your sins. You shall start to do so by allowing Shinobu to study your blood. You will also share with her all your medical knowledge. Finally you will share all the information you have on Muzan with us."
Once more Mukago bowed her head with tears in her eyes. "Of course Oyakata Sama… I promise to give anything needed of me." Nodding his head with a smile he turned to me.
"If it's alright with you I would also like to have your blood studied. For despite all the circumstance that led to this, it was your blood that save our new friend. I am curious to see what is so different about it." I gave a quick nod as he looked at everyone one more time. "For now I want this to remain a secret between all of us. Until we can be sure we know everything, we cannot allow Muzan to know Mukago San survived. She is much too valuable to let anything happen to her." All of us were firmly in agreement with that. Mukago was the first real source of info that the corps has had in a few hundred years.
All of us would be fools to let her die. However right when we were about to end the meeting and take Mukago to Shinobu's butterfly estate. The door opened suddenly causing all of us with weapons to draw them. I however relaxed when I saw Judan.
"Well now… how curious. When I received your message Kagaya I wasn't expecting this." Walking up to a now standing and nervous Mukago he observed her before nodding. "No doubt about it… a pseudo dragon knight." He then gave me a thumbs up. "Not bad kid!" I could only blink before asking a single question.
"What in kami's name is a dragon knight?" The conversation that followed would change my perspective on myself for ever. After all… how would you react if you found out you weren't actually human?
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Argentum: And done!
Kanao: Mhm.
Grel'Slyfer: Ah such wondrous things will be told! Makes me a little giddy with excitement!
Shadow: Dude bro… calm down the evil.
Grel'Slyfer: NEVER!
Judan: Ugh… can't wait to see you dead.
Shadow: Same.
Grel'Slyfer: Ahh… your hate flows through me!
Argentum: Okay enough with that. As for you readers hoped you liked the way I used a character that had only one scene before. And that scene was simply her dying horribly. Now she's being used to give out more lore and become a rather essential character!
Shadow: Also before you say anything… no… she won't be the third girl in this story.
Judan: Oh yes… we have another ship planned for her… either that or we'll kill her at some point.
Argentum: That sounds a lot worse than what it actually is… Whelp time to wrap this up~! Kanao go ahead and end this chapter.
Kanao: This has been a Dark Guard production now signing off.
Everyone: Goodbye!