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Ch.8

"I am glad you have accepted my offer," he grinned at Fury, as his eyes stopped glowing.

"The task is very simple really… You merely have to retrieve an item for me."

At her silence he offered her a hand. Hesitating for a moment, she took it as Tynan helped her stand up.

"You must go to the Forge Lands and bring back a stone the Makers have hidden. Do this for me, and I shall bring back your beloved," his voice was gentle as he whispered in her ear.

"Which stone?"

"It is pure white, in the shape of a tear. Deep inside the Foundry. The Makers will grant you access. Do you understand?" he took her chin into his hand.

"Yes, I do. I will retrieve the stone," the Black rider closed her eyes and when he released her, bowed. "Wonderful! Step right through here and you will arrive at the Forge Lands," he said and motioned to a round door on the side of the place.

"Ya're a dangerous lil bastard, aren't cha?" Hitoku had removed his mask and was now sitting on the boxes, smirking at Strife.

"Don't know whatcha talkn' about," the Nephilim denied.

"Well, don matter anymore. So long 's I'm 'ere, ya won't be goin' anywhere," the chimera shrugged and took out two metal object.

"Are those-?"

"Yep. Must say, they're sure nicely made. Too good for someone like ya to 'ave," he laughed and pointed the weapon at the rider.

"Please, ya can't even use 'em. Better put 'em away or you'll shot yourself," the gunner mocked.

"Really? How 'bout I shoot ya in the head and see what'll happen."

"You'd miss. Have a better chance at hittn' my chest."

"You asked fo' it brat!" the Chimera walked closer, aimed Mercy at his chest at point blank and pulled the trigger.

"Master, he has made his choice," Ari bowed as Death stood behind her.

"Much sooner than I anticipated. Not that I am disappointed," he turned to face them, not bothering to hide his smirk.

"What is your answer, Horseman?"

"I'll take your offer. If you can really make it happen, then there's nothing to worry about," was his simple answer.

"Splendid! I shall make arrangements soon."

"What about the others?"

"You shouldn't worry about them. You will soon forget everything."

"Are you mad?!" War yelled. How could they ask this of him?

"Why are you upset?"

"How can it be an issue?"

"We assumed this is what you wanted?"

"You assumed wrong! I could never do something like that!"

"Is that so?"

"Or do you need more time to think?"

"If so it can be granted."

Breathing in frustration, he took a deep, calm breath and hung his head. They were partly right…

"Deciding?"

"Decided?"

"What is the answer?"

"Will you two leave the poor bear alone for a few seconds?!" Lyle smacked them both upside the head.

"It's fine… Now that I think about it, I can agree…" he spoke, head still hung.

"The choice has been chosen," they both said and pressed a few stones near the rider. A minute later, the seals were broken and he landed on his feet.

"Now, you must eliminate the others."

There was a flash of light, a loud bang, and a scream, as Hitoku struggled to breathe.

"H-How-" he wanted to speak, but the legs around his throat squeezed harder.

"Don't move," Strife's voice was low and demanding.

When the bullet was fired, he pulled on his chains to lift himself up enough so it hit the chain around his waist. When he was freed for that, he used his legs to grab the chimera.

"Now, you unlock and let me go, or I break your neck and get the keys myself."

"Ya couldn't!" he felt his throat tighten again. "Shall we find out?"

Closing his eyes from the pain, he yelled: "Fine! Fine, just…" he was able to take in more air, but was still trapped.

Reaching for the keys around his waist, he reached up and unlocked one of the gunners hands, before he was punched in the face and fell down.

"I'll that that," the Nephilim smiled and grabbed the key mid-air and unlocked the other hand. Landing on his feet, he quickly grabbed his guns and ran to the door.

"Ah Victor perfect! Go retrieve 'that one' while I escort Death here to the arena."

"R-Right away…" the chimera mumbled, turned around and walked back to the dungeons.

The Pale rider glanced at Ari, who ignored his eyes and followed Tynan. "Right this way Horseman. Your task should arrive soon," he motioned and walked down the stairs into a different room.

War picked up Chaoseater and sized it up and down. He then looked at Lyle who was smiling before saying: "Lyle, get down."

Opening her eyes wide, the Elf grabbed her brother and pushed him to the floor, along with herself as the great sword swung above her head and towards Yin and Yang.

The surprise was something not even their mental link could foresee so they were unable to evade the attack.

Yang was cut straight in half, while Yin lost an arm. Screaming, the living hatchling fell to his knees, holding what was left of his arm and staring at the dead body.

Lyle was panting on the ground, looking with horror. She then looked up at War and saw his blue, emotionless eyes as he walked towards the other one.

"Horseman? Eh, pardon, Horsewoman… Ta what do 'e owe 'his visit?" a Maker, bald on both head and face, greeted, a bit shocked by the sudden appearance. He saw Fury riding her steed, Vengeance.

"I am here on behalf of the Council. There is something I must find in the Foundry. May I enter?" it wasn't really a question.

"E… I-I'd hafta talk to me elder 'bout that…"

"I am sure they would understand. So move aside," she narrowed her eyes. This wasn't because of anything else, than what she usually did. It didn't matter what the reason, she wouldn't let someone stand between what she wanted.

"R-Right… go right in…" the Maker stepped to the left and allowed the Rider to enter.

"I must say, I am slightly surprised that you agreed so quickly," Tynan glanced back at Death as he waited for a door to open.

"Like you said, I'll forget about it…" the Horseman mumbled and looked at Ari again. She still ignored him.

"Will you stop starring? It is impolite," she slowly said as the stone door moved back and opened.

The Demon chuckled and moved aside, to allow the other two to enter. Once they were inside, they were standing on a balcony and were looking down at the arena.

"Hey, get him ready. The master-" Victor didn't even notice at first that the male was lying on the ground.

"Damn it!" he hissed and dashed out of the room.

"This can not be happening… The master is going to kill us!" he thought, as he ran with everything he could.

"How am I going to explain it?!"

War lifted his weapon above Yin, his hood casting a shadow over his face. The hatchling didn't even bother to look up, only stared at the slashed body. Striking, War cut him apart and let the body fall, blood spilling out.

The rider then turned to Lyle, who was looking with horror, barely keeping the tears from falling. "I'm sorry…" he whispered and knocked her and Ciel out with the hilt of his sword.

Alright... Oh and again, I repeat; There will not be any parings in this story!