Protective Powers

"Loup, you fool," Sang yelled, "Why did you have to take on the Dark Slayer all alone! You know you're not up to her level in combat. And…my master…why did you defend that woman? She who took away all of your power. Do you really love her? Love her more than I love you? But why a human?"

Looking up at the ceiling, her anger burned. Everything she had worked for was now in vain. However, she wouldn't just sit still and let things go. Even if it cost her her life, she would kill Prier Dark Slayer. This time, the grudge was personal. Sang grabbed a large broadsword and teleported away.

S...S

Prier was helping Croix to limp back towards town. Despite the fact that she'd healed his major wounds, the man was still injured. But Croix was happy to have this kind of attention; it reminded him of the time right after the final battle where she'd helped him to walk. The two smiled at one another.

"When we get home, we'll get you properly treated. Angie and Culotte also have their magic to help me. If necessary, we'll get you in to the Infirmary and have Sister Cherrie look you over. Then, we'll have a nice dinner; make up for this ruined picnic," Prier told him. She was just happy they could be together. If she'd lost Croix…she didn't know what she'd do. Like with him, Prier needed love in her life.

Suddenly, a Dark Portal exploded. Neither had ever seen such a ferocious gate in their long careers as Demon Slayers. And out of it stepped Lady Sang. Her red eyes were filled with a vengeance unmatched by any person or Demon in all the dimensions. The woman held her sword out and lunged.

Prier acted quickly and jumped out of the way with Croix still in her arms. Sang's weapon was lodged into the ground; she pulled it out and turned on her heels to face where Prier jumped. She saw the young huntress laying Croix down next to a tree; hoping to keep him out of the fight for his safety.

The woman turned to face the Demoness and exclaimed, "What's the big idea jumping out at me like that! Especially when my fiancé is injured. I hope you know that it's never a good idea to make me mad; and that goes double for Demons." She drew her baton and began swinging it at her adversary.

Sang looked her in the eye with confidence. "Well, you should know who you're dealing with here. I am Lady Sang; the ruler of the 235th Dark Dimension. You, Prier Dark Slayer, have interfered with my plans one to many times. Practically the only thing you did right was to bring that child into the world with all of her lovely powers. Once you are dead and her father returns to his true state, she'll be mine."

"I'd never let you have Angie!" shrieked Prier, "Nor Croix! You can most definitely not use them as your playthings! This is the family I've been building for four years; awaiting a time when we can all be together under one roof. If you don't back off right now, I'll have no choice but to fight back. Repent!"

With a little laugh at her brashness, Sang began to charge up her Dark powers; hoping to blast Prier into oblivion. They raced towards the girl with an amazing speed. However, Prier stood her ground; she knew that she had to stay and protect Croix. And when the blast hit her, the most amazing thing happened. Lights shown from the young woman's body, yet she had cast no spell. They began to brighten and intensify; filling the entire clearing up with her Holy energy. Love had ignited a holy shield.

"What is this! No human can create such a power! You aren't a normal person!" shrieked Sang.

Prier stepped forward and told her, "My name is Angelique; Holy Child of the long dead village of Peau. Feared by even Calamity herself for the power I possess. Also known as Prier Dark Slayer; the one who ended the reign of the Dark Prince. Those who mess with me all live to regret it. Especially if they dare to touch my beloved Croix! You will now feel the wrath of my powers; Dark Witch Sang!"

Sang let out a laugh. "So you know my real name. I am honored that one so young has delved enough into the Dark Realms to figure it out. Too bad you refuse to fight alongside our forces; even if you are a Holy Child, you would prove useful to us. Oh well, can't have you stealing my Dark Prince away."

"Your Dark Prince!" shrieked Prier, "You think that Croix would fall in love with you if he returned to being the Dark Prince! I don't know what you've been smoking lady, but you aren't getting him. When I went into Croix's heart, I completely eliminated the Darkness that had taken corporeal form. So there's no more Dark Prince; you will never be able to restore him. Just give it up and go back home."

Prier's holy barrier began returning towards her; taking shape in her hands. Suddenly, after a brilliant flash of light, the energy became a sword. The woman swung her blade down; meeting that of Lady Sang. In an instant, the Demonic weapon was split in two. Sang took a large step back; fearful.

'She truly is all she spoke of. Such a powerful warrior that even Calamity was in fear enough to attack her as a child. But did our great leader know what Prier Dark Slayer would grow to accomplish? Did she fear the loss of her top warrior? One thing I know, I must fight her some other time. I don't know anything about her powers so I would have no way of combating them,' Sang strategize to herself.

Sang let out a laugh. She exclaimed, "Well then, I fear that our time is up. But the next time I see you, I will be victorious! And then…my Dark Prince will return to me; along with the child he sired!" With that, she opened a portal to the Dark World and stepped inside. Prier was left holding her sword outward.

S...S

Prier came home with Croix and helped him into bed. The young man was still feeling the effect of Loup's earlier strike. However, as he slept, she sat near his bed. Her willingness to protect the one she loved was stronger than everything else. She stroked his wounded face and smiled a winning smile.

Suddenly, the door opened and closed; someone was stepping into the room. "Sister…I heard that Croix was injured. I just wish I could have been there to help." Prier turned to see Dominique behind her. The younger twin looked in sorrow at the pain her sibling was feeling. Prier looked with a smile.

"It was Loup," whispered Prier, "He was mad with vengeance and ambushed us. But when I was injured, Croix jumped in front of an incoming attack. Then, the seal on my Holy powers was broken and I saved him. I ended up having to deal with Sang on the way back though; my powers came through again. With your Dark powers fully unleashed, and my Holy powers now unsealed, we can fight them."

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Prier is pissed and we have a final battle coming up next chapter. Plus, Peau means hide; it's called that because the village lies within Labrynthe Forest. And Prier remembered the name when her powers flared up; they gave her knowledge needed to make an impressive speach in addition to kicking ass. Mainly for the effect, but it's similar to when Angie's powers give her bursts of knowledge.

Don't ask where Teefa is today; she just brought four Chrono Crusade DVDs. Heh, and there are some similarities to La Pucelle too. Prier and Rosette are a lot alike in personality, there's a scene of her going into the heart of her friend to purify a Demon, and Chrono has gone berserk ala Croix in Ch. 9 when Rosette was hurt or when the villain kissed her against her will.