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Chapter 16 Legend of the Paladin

(Location: Training grounds Adventurer's Guild Royal Capital City Kingdom of Hydeland)

Jaune was having another sparring match with Amazon. Because she wanted to and also the blond leader promised her he would whenever he will have the time. At least it wasn't as bad as the first time. By now, the Arc has gotten used to the Amazonian's fierce attacks. Slowly, he's been learning from her and he's been getting better at hand to hand to combat. The buffed woman used a combination of punches and a kick but he blocked them. Though the effect hut his arm and muscles. Holy crap, she really doesn't hold back. Proving how strong the female warrior is. Any of those attacks reached him, he will be in big trouble. This got the blond some painful memories. Injuries that would hurt for days. The party leader knew he needed to get used to her or he might end up dead. Amazon takes sparring very seriously so she wanted him to give it his very best.

The warrior resumed her barrage of attacks as Jaune blocked and countered with his own moves. The blond knight has actually pretended he still had his sword and shield. Using the moves he learned from Roland and Samuel. It was strange at first, but he got used to it. They weren't lethal but he made sure to give the buffed woman a challenge. It scared him how strong she can be. Without using her skill incite rage, she was still a powerhouse. Amazonias are truly frightening people if you make them angry. Amazon told him how she was raised and trained by her fellow sisters of the tribe. And that she came here looking for adventure and monsters to fight. She told him it was part of her" calling". Usually amazonians will leave their home on their own quest of strength. It was no wonder why the female warrior was a chosen hero. The Arc was glad to have on his side and not as an enemy.

The sparring matches weren't easy. Asides that she was a formidable opponent. It was impossible not to blushed whenever she will moved her body. Her D cup breasts along with her big round butt. The blond leader did his best not to remembered when she got seated on him by accident after their quest at Wallace's Underground Labyrinth. Or what happened at the hot bath. He has seen his party naked and the same for them. How he wanted to get rid of that embarrassing memory. And the way he ran off from the hot bath. The Huntsman cold hear Anna bursting out in laughter to the point she was in tears. After that, he avoided his party. It was still on his head how his party looked in the nude. That night he slept with a big erection, it stayed that way for over an hour. The Arc told them not to ever bring up that day ever and they respected wishes. Though, Anna would grinned every now and then.

The Arc and the amazonian's match was starting to heat up, with both exchanging blows rapidly. How thankful he that she wasn't using her weapon or he will be in big trouble. She was tough without it and unstoppable with it. Not like he doubted his training and his skills but he acknowledges the woman's strength. Not too far from where they were stood the archery field. Elf was alone sharpening her skills. The new training field sure looked better than the old one. Samuel told him that he will have to keep an eye on Amazon so she doesn't end up destroying it, like she did the last time. So he was doing two things with this sparring match. Sharpening his hand to hand skills and making sure the buffed woman doesn't destroy the place again. A sudden attack caught the blond knight off guard as he attempted to blocked. But the force was too strong as he was sent to the ground.

"All right, not bad. You're getting better at this Jaune" smiled the female warrior, she walked over to him offering her hand.

"You beat me fair and square. At least I'm getting the hang of it" he took her hand.

"You'll become stronger for sure. Thanks for accepting another match."

"No problem. You're the best opponent to test my skills. I'm always happy whenever you asked me."

This really made the Amazonian smiled, as her cheeks slightly turned red. She likes spending time with him. Elf was done as she approached the two. No surprise she hit over thirty bulls eye in less than five minutes. What to expect from the best archer he has ever seen.

"Ready to go?" asked the elven archer.

"Yeah. Jaune, we're going to Morgan's shop to do some quick equipment fix. Want to come?"

"I have other things to do. I'll join you guys later."

The two nodded leaving the training grounds. Jaune wasn't lying he was busy. The blond wanted to check any quest forms to take. Anything that will have a connection to their past adventures. The blond had a strong feeling there was a connection with everything. If he keeps investigating he might be able to come up with an answer. Specially their last quest at the ruins of the Forgotten Sanctuary. He might be thinking too much, but he wasn't quitting. All of this must be tied to the same individual. There theories Gustaf might have been working for him and it all ties up with the kingdom of Bolga. It was just a theory, they still didn't had any solid evidence to back up their claims. They needed to investigate more before coming up with any theories. Then there was their last quest, purifying the Sanctuary but got their hands on something valuable and maybe evil.

The stone table they got when they removed it from the altar of the temple. The same tablet that was responsible for turning the Golem against the monks and brought all those monsters. Sorceress said there was powerful evil coming from it so it wasn't safe to be carrying it around. Yet the witch suggested to bring it to Lucain so he can investigate it. The language in it was impossible to read that not even the elves of the party couldn't understand. The same with the busty witch. If the tablet was evil and dangerous Jaune believed the right thing to do will be to get rid of it. He wasn't letting anyone from his party get hurt or people from the capital. The knight was against the idea of bringing it her. But Lucain might be the one to know something. Even if he was still suffering from his amnesia. He wondered if the magician will be all right letting him have the stone tablet.

Jaune and his party arrived at Lucain's tower. The magician stood in thought staring at the stone tablet being brought by the blond. He could feel tremendous power from it and also, great evil. Rickey and Tiki weren't that far. The Arc told the magician they were able to purified the Sanctuary by placing the holy seal on the altar and removing this tablet. He ran his hands on the tablet gazing at everything written on it. There is something familiar about it and yet, he was having a hard time figuring it out. But the great evil he can feel from this piece of stone made it obvious why the ruins became filled with monsters and the Golem turning against their monk masters. Who created it. It must take tremendous magic to make something of such evil. The magician was concerned this was no coincidence. Someone or something was involved at least that's what he was thinking.

"Hmm...The evil in this tablet is clear. However, it's hard to interpret the demon writing. But I can tell this is some kind of contract."

Jaune stood in thought Belmont the vampire hunter told him the stone table was written the language of the demons. Only they will be the only ones to understand it. That, and someone very experienced in magic.

"I'm afraid I can't read the rest of it. My memory is still bothering me. But I can read a part of it. Majino-Gusha-Idra-Shin."

The Arc had no idea what he was talking about. It was the same with the rest of his party. Elf, Amazon, Beastmaster and Anna were clueless. Sorceress however was shocked at the mentioned of the name.

"Is that what it really says?"

"I'm certain...This stone table has something to do with that name."

"Do you know it?" asked the blond leader to the witch.

"That is the name of the Demon King."

"I suppose that makes sense. The table was responsible for the gate to the demon realm being opened. It has the purpose of resurrecting the Demon King" said the dark elf.

"I'm sorry, but that's all I know of the tablet. This is extremely old. Whoever got it's hand on it is not regular magician."

"It's all right Lucain. Thank you for taking your time in looking at it. At least we now know something about it."

Jaune stood in deep thought. Hearing the name of the Demon King. Which it has to be the most ridiculous name he has ever heard. Why does it has to be so freaking long. On his way back to the building he ran into Roland. The Barbarian told him someone was looking for him. He was by the guild hall. The Arc nodded thanking the warrior and mentor for letting him know, as he went his way to the front. From the looks of it, Lucain won't be solving that stone table any day soon. Guess he should focused on day off and more training. His party members were busy. He knew Beastmaster went to her tribe to leave the large pack of Hellhounds she tamed at the Sanctuary. The others were busy with their daily lives when they weren't adventuring. Elf and Amazon went to Morgan's shop, while Sorceress and Anna were elsewhere. The Arc spotted the one person he wasn't expecting.

"Belmont?"

"You sound surprised. I suppose it's to be expected. It is rare that I would pay a visit to the capital."

"Are you here because of the stone tablet? We brought it to Lucain but he doesn't know much. Only that it's a contract and mentions the name of the Demon King."

"I thought as much. The tablet was used to open the gate to the demon world after all. However, my business here isn't about the stone tablet. Rather, I'm here because of you."

"Me?" the Arc blinked not seeing that coming" what is it?"

"How about we talk somewhere else?"

"Okay. Want to go to a bar?"

"I don't drink. Perhaps a place with less people."

Jaune nodded as they left the guild building. The streets were always busy. Whatever the vampire hunter wanted to talk to him, must be very important for him to come personally. So the blond chose a more private location. Outside of the capital near the ruins and the magical gate. It was the only place where people would hardly come. Unless it will be guild members about to depart on a quest. It will have to do, Belmot has the look of someone who doesn't like engaging in social interactions. He was the silent type who goes by the saying action speak louder than words. Kill his enemies and as questions later. If it was something very important maybe he should have ask his party to come. Though he didn't wanted to waste Belmont's time. He was always busy with missions from the brotherhood. He was busier than any guild member and he probably doesn't take breaks.

"This will do" the hunter felt comfortable, the area was deserted.

"Is the information only for my ears, or I can tell my party about it?"

"It's all right with me if you choose to tell them. I've been doing research regarding your ability."

"My ability?"

"Haven't you questioned yourself how you were able to burned the eyes of the vampire?"

Jaune stood silent, then in thought. At first he was thinking how he was able to do that. But it's been a while since their quest to the Castle of the Dead. But with their other quests and everything else that has happened. He actually did forgot about it making him sweat dropped. It wasn't important for the time being, but it really is important. That light he released, powerful enough to blind the female vampire. If he hadn't done that those villagers would have been turned, the same for him and everyone else. It has to be his semblance, what other explanations could there be. That's what Belmont wanted to talk to him about.

"I thought about it but not as much. I've been busy with other things."

"Understandable. I barely have any time. In fact it was pure coincidental I found a book regarding that skill. That light you released is something very unique. According to the information of the book, there is a legend. Of a warrior blessed with the power of light, they will use it as a weapon against the forces of darkness. They also have other abilities as well. However, the book doesn't specify them. Only that this warrior had a title and was considered a hero by all dwellers of the land. He was known as the Paladin."

"Paladin?"

"His power was considered a threat to all monsters. As he became a guardian. Though it may be a legend after seeing what you did to the vampire. I have no doubt that you possess the power of the Paladin."

"Could it really be my semblance? I don't know about the whole Paladin legend."

Then again this world was very common with legends and many were true. Similar to Remnant. And he also believes in the legend of the chosen heroes specially when that was the reason the Goddesses sent him here. The blond knight hasn't told Belmont yet of the secret. Guess it was okay to tell him, the vampire hunter is an ally. And friend.

"You really think I'm this Paladin from the legend?"

"That is my theory. Light is super effective against undead, and demonic type creatures. Usually a blast of such magnitude of power should be sufficient to eradicate the vampire. But instead, it burned her eyes off. Meaning, you still haven't master the power yet."

"That was the first time I used it. So I guess I don't know how to use it. Look Belmont I should tell you because I trust you…." the Arc paused, he needed to tell him the crazy part first.

"I'm not really from this world. I come from another world where I died and the Goddesses sent me here in order to stop a powerful evil they once sealed."

"The chosen hero" the vampire hunter was in awe" the legend has become true, then."

"You believe me?" he blinked in surprise.

"The brotherhood is well aware of the legend of the six chosen heroes. Most importantly the first hero who was chosen, blessed by the Goddesses themselves and he's supposed to be a warrior from another world. This only confirms my theory that you are indeed the Paladin."

"I never thought you would take it so...So lightly. I mean my party thought I was delirious. And you believe me right away."

"After witnessing what you and your party can do. I have no doubts. Do you know more about this powerful evil?"

"That's what I've been trying to figure out by going to many quests. I think I can find the answer along the way. And the Goddesses didn't bothered to fill me on that detail."

"I see" the man stood in deep thought.

"Maybe that stone tablet we picked at the Sanctuary might have some clues. It does mentioned the Demon King."

"Perhaps. What will you do of your power?"

"It should be obvious. I will try to use it and master it. Whether it's the power of the Paladin or not, I'm going to need it. I don't know what powerful foes we will face from here on."

"Indeed. One must always continue training and become stronger. Ready to face any enemy. It seems I have spent too much time here. I should get going."

"Duty calls, I know. Belmont, thanks for telling me about the Paladin."

"Now that you know. Never lose sight of your goal. Until our paths crosses again."

Both shook hands before the vampire hunter walked away. Belmont was in deep thought heading for the magic gate. Though it was off.

"The chosen heroes have finally emerged fulfilling the legend. It could only mean that dark times are upon us. I must warn the Brotherhood at once."

The lady members of the party were at the tavern area of the Dragon's Haven Inn. Enjoying some mead and ale. After some training, they decided to kick back and relax. Never to take these days off for granted. Elf and Amazon were pleased with Morgan's ability to fix weapons and equipment, looking like brand new. They didn't know where their leader could have gone. Maybe he was at his house or somewhere in the streets. Whenever Jaune will have too much gold in his hands, he will donate to the orphanage or help those in the lower class. The blond was truly a kind heart soul. It made them all smiled, there was no one like him, he was so nice. Their cheeks were red just thinking about the blond knight. Who knows what kind of thoughts were running through their heads right about now. Anna grinned while taking a sip of her ale and the others were still blushing.

"Okay, why so quiet? We're taking a break, shouldn't we be more lively?" said the female pirate.

"There's food in front of us" spoke Amazon with her mouth full.

"And good old ale wouldn't want it any other way. But that doesn't mean we're going to stay silent for the rest of our get together meeting. Anyone wants to share some interesting stories?"

"Well I…." Sorceress because she has heard pieces of juicy gossip during her free time.

"No gossip. Honestly maties, we've been part of this guild for over a month now. You know exactly what we should be talking about."

"Our next quest?" spoke Beastmaster.

"Should we'd be worried about Virna? We haven't seen her since we got back from our last quest" followed Elf.

"All that girl cares about is loot. She's obviously locked in her room having a greed orgasm."

"The stone tablet. I think we should look more into the Demon King. I don't remember if there was a book about him in the local book shop. I should have another look later" replied the witch.

"Not that, not Virna, not about quests" Anna finally had it" for bloody crying out loud. We're damn women and we should be talking about what we crave for in our dreams. Hot guys."

The four ladies blinked gazing at each other. Amazon just kept on eating not looking interested at the topic. No man could probably beat her in arm wrestling, much less a hand to hand match. Elf and Beastmaster weren't interested at the topic. Not a single human male has gotten their action. Same with Sorceress as she seemed to be bore when the pirate brought the topic. All men were the same. If she would earn one gold coin for every time they will stare at her cleavage she will be a billionaire by now. But there was only ONE man who hasn't done such, or maybe he has done his hardest not to look. One who will actually gaze into her eyes whenever he will talk to her. Anna then grinned knowing exactly where to take this topic. Because she was thinking the same thing. Many mean were arrogant idiotic perverts. Only one was worthy of her time and would even dare to do it with him.

"I don't see a point in bringing male humans to this conversation."

"I agreed" nodded the elven archer.

"You going to eat that?" Amazon pointed to Sorceress' dish because she was already done with hers.

"I do agree with Anna to an extent. We may be adventurers and members of a guild. But we're still women. I see no harm in talking about men."

"I know you would agree with me mate. Let's spice things up a bit" the pirate's grin grew wider.

"What is wrong with her?" muttered Elf while Beastmaster shook her head.

"For some reason, I have a bad feeling."

"Let's bring Jaune into the topic, he's a man."

Amazon paused on her eating. They were now blushing and the pirate's grin went wider.

"Talking about our dear leader is nice. Better than talking about other men."

"What do you mean talk about Jaune?" Elf was obviously blushing pretending she didn't know.

"He's strong, kind, the best and also very handsome. I'm sure I'm not the only one who thinks so."

They were still blushing but neither refused to say a word. Anna was going to solve that problem just when it was getting really good.

"If there was one man you'd be interested in and you would want to be intimate with. Would it be Jaune?"

"What?" Elf covered her mouth because she screamed her whole face was red.

Amazon ignored the question as she resumed her eating. But her cheeks were still red. Of course she has thought about it. Sorceress took a sip from her ale her cheeks were also read. She has also thought about it, the Arc was a true gentlemen. She will be stupid not to miss such a chance if she ever goes for it. Beastmaster stood in thought, her blushing was there too.

"Let me tell you. If it was me I would have already done him and made him my man" the female pirate wasn't ashamed of admitting how she feels.

"How can you say that?" the elven archer stood shocked.

"You don't want to?"

"I...I never said that I…." she paused blushing again.

"Hm, I wouldn't mind. I never thought I would ever get along with a human much less a man. I'd say it will be a unique experience to be intimate with one. I've never been on a romantic relationship before."

"It should be that obvious being antisocial and all that bloody crap. I'd say you should lose that virginity already" added the pirate not feeling like asking her age.

"True. I am rather curious how it will feel" the dark elf blushed.

"That's two down, who else would like to share their opinion?"

"I have thought about it too" replied Sorceress with a smile" Jaune is truly a great person. He's so caring always looking after us and worries a lot when one of us gets hurt. He's more than just acting like a leader. He already admitted he cares for all of us. I suppose it's a matter of time before he starts seeing us more than just traveling companions, or friends."

"Would you fuck him?" Anna grinned while everyone else blushed hard, does she has to say it like that.

"If the opportunity presents itself...Yes, I would" it took the witch so much courage to say it knowing her face was beet red.

"All right, good good. I like where this is going. Who's next?"

Elf decided to have a sip from her glass. Nope, she didn't looked like she was planning to say anything. Oh well, she can be the last as the female pirate had her sights on the buffed woman eating Sorceress dish.

"Amazon mate, it's your turn."

"Don't know" she resumed eating.

Everyone raised an eyebrow she sounded like she wasn't sure. Or maybe she wasn't interested.

"You don't know, or you don't want to?"

"I don't know. My tribe has strict rules when it comes to dating and marriage. My sisters are strong and if they ever find happiness with a man, there's only one way to convince them if he's truly the one."

The five women were now curious of what that thing is. Now it sounded like female warrior wants their leader too.

"He has to beat them in battle. Otherwise, he's not worthy to marry an Amazonian."

"So if Jaune can't beat you…." started Sorceress.

"Then you won't give him a chance?" finished Beastmaster.

"Yep, that's how it is. Those are the rules of my tribe and I will follow them until the day I die."

"Jaune's strong but no way he can be stronger than you. A shame that you will never get a taste of his manly goodness" said Anna.

"I can't marry him if he can't beat me in combat. Doesn't mean I can't have my way with him."

Everyone's eyes widened. Holy crap, so she does have intentions of having him to herself. The female pirate chuckled as she kept on drinking. This turned out to be better than she thought. But still, there was still one member left. Elf was eating and taking another sip. She was staying silent no matter what. Even if she already knows the rest of her companions don't mind having their leader more than a friend. It made her jealous and it bothered. It also bothered her that they were staring at her. The pirate still had her grin making the archer pout. She wasn't going to stop until she talks. And she kept staring, and they kept staring. Until she couldn't take it any longer. The elven girl gave a long sigh finally giving up. Why do they have to pressure her. Then again, it wouldn't be fair if she stay quiet after hearing everyone's opinions.

"I have never thought about it. All I wanted was to leave my home explore the rest of the world and go on adventures. I was curious to know about humans. My kind always believed they weren't trustworthy and are treacherous beings. I'm not the only one who used to believe that" the archer gazed at Beastmaster who nodded in agreement.

"But after meeting Jaune, I was proven to be wrong. I'm not saying all humans are nice. I have seen that there are bad humans but there are also good ones. And Jaune is the nicest, most kindest human I have ever met I…." she started blushing again" every time I see him, It's a little complicated to explain. My heart feels strange it flutters, it leaps from joy. It's so embarrassing to talk about it."

"No need to say another word mate. You have it bad for him."

"What? I-I don't-" her blushing was getting worse" now, I feel like I don't ever want to leave his side."

"This was sure fun, eh?"

The pirate took another drink smiling down on the group. They however, weren't. Silent again as they seemed to be in deep thought, with their faces red. Looks like their talking about Jaune has backfired. Anna was also feeling a bit frustrated of being honest. Because she also had it bad for the blond leader. All of them feel the same way. So what it was a fun talk regarding the blond turns out to be a revelation. That they care a lot about him to the point of having feelings for him. The female pirate was going to order another drink for opening a can of worms with her companions. After this, it wasn't going to be easy to look at the Arc in the eyes. Still, she can act like nothing happened. Raising her glass to everyone.

"Let's have a toast. To our next quest!"

Nobody said a word or even attempted to follow her lead. Anna just shrugged her shoulders. That went better than she thought. She must caused an all out war on who will get into Jaune's pants first. As if they needed some friendly competition.

Jaune went to the Canaan Temple. After doing his Good Samaritan deeds. He taught his team if they had more gold than usual it was always better to share with those that needed the most. Teaching a good example instead of being like Virna who would keep all the gold to herself. That girl was not right in the head, greed is massively strong with her. The Huntsman went to the church and give his prayers to the fallen as usual. Then he will pray to the Goddesses. Hoping they aid him in finding that great evil and save this world. Then, he will put some gold on the charity box. The Temple will give money to other church from all over the kingdom. It wasn't just the capital. Giving a bow to the missing status of the Goddesses the blond knight was ready to head out. Maybe Lucain might have remember something about the stone tablet. The priest of the temple seemed to be nervous walking towards him. Did something happened.

"My child…."

"What is it?"

"It's about, that person."

Jaune nodded, of course he was talking about the creepy guy on the back of the temple. Mumbling something countless of times. Won't touch food or water, not even a gold coin would give him a reaction.

"Is he all right?"

"That would be an understatement. He's been acting stranger for a few days. He's starting to talk loudly rather than his usual mumbling"

So he wasn't mumbling anymore and did he said a couple of days. Was it around the same time when they returned from their quest to the Sanctuary. Was it a coincidence. Without a word the party leader went to the back of the building with the priest following him close by. Blue eyes widened hearing the voice clearly, arriving at the back alley behind the temple. The strange old man was more active from his usual odd behavior.

"Majino...Gudra...Isha...Shin...Majino...Gudra...Isha...Shin…." he was saying it louder.

Jaune gasped from the realization" is that what he's been saying the whole time? That's the name of the Demon King. If he's been acting up like this ever since we returned from the quest then that means…."

"MAJINO-GUDRA-ISHA-SHIN!"

The man has suddenly got up and ran off with impressive speed. The Arc went after him. If he was speaking the name of the Demon King all this time and his current behavior. It didn't take too long for the blond to connect the dots. There was no doubt that he could be after the stone tablet. So he was heading to Lucain's Tower. Jaune didn't had time to call for his party. At this rate, he will lose him. Not to mention it was hard to run on a crowded street. For an old crazy geezer he can sure run fast. It was hard keeping up with him. As soon as the blond arrived at the tower, he unsheathed Crocea Mors and readied his sword. There was already commotion as he entered the laboratory and study of the old magician. The crazy man was holding the stone tablet while Lucain was on the ground, Tiki next to him. Rickey was about to cast a spell to attack the stranger. The man has already chanted a spell making the tablet crumbled to dust.

"Stop!" called the Arc" why did you destroyed the stone tablet?!"

"It was necessary. So they can't get their hands on it again" he was now speaking in calm manner.

"They?" the blond knight took the chance to checked on Lucain he was fine.

"Though, I'm certain they will find a way to resurrect the Demon King again."

"What is going on, who are you!?" demanded the Huntsman.

"We had obtained the Crown of Elicia, known as the Dragon's Crown. However, it doesn't have the power to control the dragons. Those legends were myths to lionize the Elician King. The crown in the ruins was merely decorative."

"A fake…."

"Master, are you all right?" asked the fairy to the old magician.

"You…." Lucain slowly got up.

"However, I decided that I would infuse the crown with the power the legends spoke of. It would be my life's work. To do this, I collaborated with shadowy cabals and sold my soul to the Demon King for power. Without the tablet the crown's power will now vanish. The religion that used me cannot control the ancient dragon."

"Ancient Dragon?" the old magician was shocked.

"What is going on? You destroyed the stone table, you took the Dragon's Crown. That means you killed the King of Hydeland" said Jaune.

"You mistaken, I was nothing but a pawn to them. But they served their purpose in giving me the necessary power to bring back the Demon King. But alas, that doesn't matter."

"Whoever he is, he's no ally" said Rickey.

"Master?" Tiki got worried as the magician got facing the dragged stranger.

"You...It's coming back to me. Is it really you, Wallace?"

"What?" gasped the blond knight along with the magician rat.

"So you finally remember Lucain? I should have known they would have bring you back from the death. You are quite stubborn old friend."

"No, it can't be" Rickey was also shocked" he's my...Master. But how? You look so different."

"It doesn't matter, my time is up. I suppose is a fitting end for selling my soul to the Demon King" the magician started laughing.

"Wait! What do you mean about being a pawn? Are you talking orders from someone?" asked the Arc.

"The ones pulling the strings from the shadows. The Hell Evangelists following their ideals and beliefs based on their twisted religion."

"Hell Evangelists?"

"The organization led by Morneon…." those were his last words as he melted into the air.

"Master…." Rickey was at a loss for words.

"Wallace…." the old magician was holding his head in pain.

"Master, what's wrong?!" shouted the fairy.

"I remember...I finally remember. The memories are coming back. It was Wallace who killed me."

"No...That can't be…." the rodent magician was so shocked.

"I'm sorry Rickey but its true. He called me to his labyrinth in a attempt to steal my precious rune stones. The black rune stones."

"Black rune stones?" said the Huntsman.

"They are special runes that make a teleportation gate. They're said to be made by a fairy with ancient powers. Wallace was used to open a gate to the Illusionary Land. The Ancient Dragon sleeps there, a land that the Goddesses sealed."

"Illusionary Land...Ancient Dragon, land that it was sealed by the Goddesses" Jaune was hit by the revelation" this has to be the great evil they mentioned. So it remains in the Illusionary Land and the black rune stones are the key to open the gateway. So much information in one day is making my head hurt."

"The religion Wallace mentioned, the Hell Evangelists. Must have wanted to control the giant dragon. They shared Wallace's goal. Even the rumors of this organization having the power of dragons would be chaotic."

"So the true enemy is the Hell Evangelists and their leader, Morneon. Could Bolga be involved with them somehow?"

"I don't know. As for the Dragon's Crown. If it were to be anywhere, it would certainly be at the Mage's Tower. Morneon took over the Mage's Tower likely because it housed many types of research, as well as Wallace's Laboratory. His original laboratory asides the one from his Labyrinth."

Rickey couldn't take it anymore, as he ran off from the place. Tiki wanted to go after him but she was stopped by her master. It was better to let him be alone for a while. Finding out his master wasn't the person he claimed to be has devastated the poor apprentice.

Jaune has excused himself. There was so much to do after finding out so much. First thing he needed to do is find his party and tell them what he knows. Second, have an audience with King Dean telling him of this vital information. The kingdom needed to know there was a big threat out there asides from the monsters, and the ancient dragon. Sealed at the Illusionary Land by the Goddesses. He knows of the enemy and the big threat which it was the reason why he was brought to this world. Dean will definitely request that they go to the Mage's Tower and find the crown. But not before visiting Samuel and making it an official quest of the guild. The Arc saw his party leaving the Dragon's Haven Inn and told them what Wallace said. Needless to say they were all shocked. Really, too much information to take. It took them a couple of minutes to understand and come to terms with it.

Sorceress said that she has read about the Hell Evangelist a cult mainly based on magic users. They only care about spreading the message of their master. Where magic reigns supreme and everyone should kneel before it. Jaune knew there was more to that than just spreading a brainwashing message. Morneon wanted to resurrect the ancient dragon sealed by the Goddesses. The party requested an audience with the king. Dean stood seated on the throne with princess Vivian next to him. The king was holding the royal orb in his left hand and the scepter in his right. The Arc told him everything and both royal members of the family listened. It was hard to believe Bolga's connection with the Hell Evangelists. So they will be focusing on the organization before placing finger on the neutral kingdom. As expected the king requested them to infiltrate the Mage's Tower and retrieve the Dragon's Crown.

Dean has come to trust and rely on the Jaune's party a lot and knew they were up to the task. Without a word the blond knight and his group knelt down before him as head out. Now they needed to tell Samuel everything and make the quest official. A quest harder than their previous ones. He was going to be delighted to know. The Guild Master cares for all of his members like a father cares for all his children. So he can get very over protective sometimes. The party arrived at the guild hall only to find Samuel seated on a table enjoying some ale with other members. It was good to see him relax from all the paperwork. Even he knew when to take a break from his duties. Jaune felt bad that he will have to interrupt him with this new quest. But it was very important information he needed to know right away. The man clad in armor saw him and smiled wanting him and everyone to enjoy a glass.

Sadly, the Arc had to break his teacher and mentor's free time. Telling him to talk at his office. Samuel immediately got serious as he got up and led the group. Once they were inside the Huntsman told the Guild Master everything. The crazy guy on the back of the Canaan Temple was really the magician Wallace, that he crushed the stone tablet, mentioning his connection to the cult known as the Hell Evangelists and their leader Morneon, that they have the Dragon's Crown, and their plans to awaken the ancient dragon which is sleeping in the Illusory Land. Which the gate can only be opened via the black rune stone Lucain has in possession. Samuel stood in thought listening to so much information. He ended up rubbing his forehead. The last thing he found out was the party getting request from the new king to go to the Mage's Tower. The man obviously accepted the request as an official quest and they were ready to set off.

Of course knowing Samuel, it will be the same advice before they went to Bilbaron. If it gets too dangerous, they will retreat. The Mage's Tower is supposed to be worse than their previous quests. Specially when they might encounter Morneon someone who was obviously more powerful than Wallace and Lucain. There was also the thing with Rickey, the poor rodent left finding out the truth about his master. Jaune wanted to help him but he didn't had the time to find him. He was hoping Tiki will go after him and cheer him up. The poor apprentice felt so ashamed and betrayed. Just like Lucain said, he needed some time alone. If he wishes to talk, he will do it in time. Now what matters now is to prepare their gear and supplies for their next quest. They weren't afraid just looking forward to it. They've done good so far together. Might as well keep it up.

"Taking on a crazy cult. Don't know if that's on the job description" said Anna.

"The Hell Evangelists are a dangerous groups not to be taken lightly. If they are responsible for past events during our quests. Then, we have no choice but to fight them" said Sorceress.

"Being a chosen hero. We're suppose to prevent the revival of the ancient dragon. Morneon wants to revive him making him our enemy. We have to stop him" said Beastmaster.

"Right. It's still unclear is Bolga was involved with the Hell Evangelists. But what matters now is our next quest. To the Mage's Power and retrieve the Dragon's Crown" replied Jaune.

"I'm always ready for a good fight" smirked Amazon.

"Just give the word" followed Elf.

"You guys know what to do. We'll meet up near magical gate when we're done" said the blond leader as they all nodded.

As they went their separate ways they were being watched by an owl on a tree branch. It's eyes were glowing yellow.

The Warlock was watching through his crystal ball from his chamber at the top floor of the Mage's Tower. So Wallace said everything before he met his demise. It didn't mattered on the contrary it made things easier. Now the chosen heroes knew of their existence and their goal. Yet, they didn't know everything. There was more than just resurrecting the ancient dragon and open the gate to the Illusionary Land.

"They're coming here. Good, saves me the time from hunting them. I should give them a proper welcome. For their last quest."

To be continued

-The villain has been revealed and now the chosen heroes know who is their top enemy the ancient dragon.

-Off topic apparently RE3 remake has been moved from March 20 to April 3rd no biggie just a week but FFVII remake I heard it was delay because of the huge backlash SE got from the fandom for censoring Tifa's outfit. Honestly IMO I'm not offended with the censoring, Tifa will always be eye candy to me no matter what she wears.

-Getting to RWBY topic I have a theory that it might be connected to tomorrow's episode. What if Watts plan is to hack into the dust gravity that is keeping Atlas and Amity Arena in the air? If both fall they will crush Mantle killing how many people and that will lead to Grimm to come maybe in large packs. It will be devastating. With all of the commotion it will be easy to get to the Winter Maiden and the relic of Creation.

-Replying to reviews:

*Abyss Trinity- thanks glad you're liking the story so far.

*TheEmeraldMage- thank you for the constant support it means a lot to me.

*Guest- trust me Jaune's time will come. Right now I'm teasing for the sake of some humor but he will eventually get it on with his party.

*azrael09876- you're from Puerto Rico too. And to think the southern region was the one affected the most. Luckily we're only getting small tremors but it was still a very frightening experience.

*Chima Tigon- I already said I won't be adding Pyrrha to the harem sorry.

*Neo Sonic- I'm from Ponce too and yeah after the big 6.5 there was a 5.4 or something like that. But these days there have been small ones from 4.2 not passing the 6 mark. Thank you I'm praying for everyone's safety on the island.

*calderoneric758- I already have the epilogue in mind it's a little close than your suggestion you will have to wait and see. From the look of things I'd say this story will be over 40 chapters.

*Saint Saber Fang- tell me about it he truly is a man with morals. But eventually he will give in to temptation. A man has his limits and he's no better.

*Gabriel443- gracias y si el 2020 comenzo horrible con esto del terremoto.

-As always thank you very much for the favs, follows and reviews I really appreciate it.

Next time: The Mage's Tower