Chapter 2:
Kingdom of Rultee
The Arthias army headed their way to their next stop, Rultee. This kingdom was made after the Mantis War. Many people needed a home in many of the demolished lands. Thus, the kingdom of Rultee was created.
Jan and his Arthias army made to the gate of the kingdom. Inside the kingdom, the group was amazed on the size of the city. The buildings were very tall and wide. The whole city was full of crowds and everyone was busy in every corner.
"Wow, this place looks amazing!' said Riese.
"This makes Arthias very dull looking." said Luna.
"You can't have everything." said Jan, "This city was made to enlighten those who wish to stay out of destruction."
"Odd that destruction is coming at them, huh?" said Abelia.
"That's why we're here to stop this." said Aeneas.
"In the meantime, let's check this place out!" said an excited Elua.
But Jan tried to stop them. "Hey, hold on-"
But the group scattered before Jan could finish. Jan let out a deep sigh.
"You can't stop a human's curiosity.."
"Looks like something is about to happen." said a voice.
"Huh? Oh, Lupi."
"It won't be long before another attack comes on."
"How do you know that?"
"Remember Maletta?"
"Yes."
"The enemy appeared out of nowhere and the gates were closed."
"Don't you think they would have climbed on it?"
"No ropes or ladders were found outside nor inside the walls."
"Looks like we'll have to keep an eye out."
"That's why I'm standing beside you."
"HUH?!"
"We need to stick together so we can be ready."
"Don't you usually go with your group?"
"Since the Mantis War ended, they have become a little annoying. At times, I'd like to be by myself."
"I see."
"But since you are the leader and king, I must be beside you and protect."
Jan let out a smile, "Thanks."
Lupi's face turned red. "Wh- what is this?" she thought. "Why is my face red? And it happened when he smiled! Could this be the same trick that Jan did on Luna in the Mantis War?"
"Uh, Lupi?" asked Jan, "Are you okay?"
"I'm...fine." said Lupi, embarrassed.
"You sure? Your face is red."
"Ahh...uhhh...I.."
"I guess we should stop taking long trips from kingdom to kingdom."
"What?!" Lupi yelled in her mind, "He IS just like what Luna said!"
"Let's go. We don't want to get lost in the crowds."
"Uh..sure."
Jan and Lupi were roaming around the crowded city of Rultee and eventually stopped at a bar. The bar was noisy and full of men and the only women there were the waitresses.
"Such a strange place for men." Lupi said looking around, "Why are all the women in different outfits?'
"Must be a guy interest." said Jan, "Maybe we can find some information."
"On what?"
"An easier way to face the opposing army of the eastern kingdom."
Everyone then became silent and stared at the two.
"Uh...why is everyone looking at us?" whispered Jan.
"Did you say the eastern kingdom?" asked one of the men.
"Uh, yes."
"What do you want to know about it?"
"We need a faster way to make it there and stop them before they destroy the continent.
The men then all laughed.
"What? How can a guy like you stop the kingdom?" laughed the man.
"You should laugh at the king." said Lupi.
"King? Him? What king is he?"
"The King of Arthias."
The men stood silent and this one was emptier. As if nothing could come out of the mouths of anyone.
"You mean the man who ended the Mantis War?"
"Yes."
The people then looked at Jan.
"Why are you willing to risk your life to face an enemy like them?"
"Because I want peace to last as long as possible." said Jan.
"Well, I say you have just made your death wish."
"Huh?"
"The eastern kingdom has said to have a very amazing army with magic users."
"Magic Users?" said Lupi.
"Magic users are people that use magic in combat or assistance of combat. Mostly used for treating wounds and injuries." Jan explained.
"Just like Viola."
"Viola?" asked one of the men.
"A magic user of our own."
"Well, it's gonna take more than one magic user to take down an army."
"I don't even think you have a chance."
"Still, it's better to fight for peace than die of fear." said Jan, "Now, I need to know: Is there a way
to get to the eastern kingdom?"
"There is one way." said a voice.
"Hmm?"
"And it's by sailing."
Jan turned around to see the man who talked. He had a brownish orange covered with a green bandana. Shirt less and wore red flaming pants.
"Is it the only way?" Lupi asked the man.
"It's the quickest." he replied.
"Then let's hurry to the nearest harbor." said Jan.
"That's the problem.." said the man.
"Huh?"
"The nearest harbor is in another city."
"Dwah?!"
"Sorry for the misguide."
"No, at least we have some information. Thanks...um. What's your name?"
"My name is Hong Yun-seong. But everyone calls me Yun-Seong."
"Nice to meet you."
"Jan, we must hurry." Said Lupi.
"Hey, mind if I come?" asked Yun-Seong.
"Uhh…"
"Why not?" said Jan, "We could always use some more comrades."
"He's still the same…" Lupi thought.
Jan, Lupi and their new comrade, Yun-Seong, headed out of the bar and searched around the busy crowds of Rultee.
"So tell us.." said Jan, "Why do you want to come with us?"
"I'm searching for Soul Edge." Yun-Seong replied.
"Soul Edge, huh?"
"I need to find the person that wields it."
"It won't be that easy."
"The sword was said to disappear years ago."
"Well, I know that it's somewhere."
"It can't just disappear to thin air."
"True…"
Jan and the others made it their way through the busy crowds and found Abelia and Luna.
"Abelia! Luna!" Jan yelled.
"Oh! Jan." said Luna.
Abelia noticed the new man next to Lupi. "Who is that?"
"This is Yun-Seong" Jan said introducing the spike haired warrior, "He's our new comrade."
"Comrade?!"
"Is there a problem?"
"N-no."
"Good!"
"We have to find the others and leave."
"Why? You guys found something?" asked Luna.
"The quickest way to the Eastern Kingdom is by sailing." said Lupi.
"Sailing?"
"Couldn't we just continue with our journey on foot?" asked Abelia.
"No, there are many dangers that divide the Eastern Kingdom from the others." Said Yun-Seong, "That's why sailing is the best and quickest option."
"Alright, so it is settled!" said Jan, "Let's find the others and onto the next kingdom!"
"The next kingdom?" said Luna, "But it thought we were gonna sail."
"The nearest port is at the next kingdom."
"I see.."
Jan, Lupi, Abelia, Luna and their new comrade, Yun-Seong, began searching for the others unaware of the dangers inside the Kingdom of Rultee.
Sorry for the delay. I have BIG work right now. Chapter 3 is coming up soon.
- R2J
