The Battle of Geffenia
Episode 10
The End
"I knew I had to see your face sooner or later..."-said Lenan.
"Sooner or later... yeah... sooner... or later..."-said Callaghan smiling.
Callaghan stared at the eleven mortals that confronted every one of his summoned monsters with a bit of happiness... perhaps because he wanted to kill them all...one by one.
"I love to glare at each of these faces..."-he continued-"Everyone... filled with a single emotion..."
"Hope..."-said Zel firmly.
"Ah, the Captain spoke..."-said Callaghan.
"We have endured many things... only you...are left to die..."-said Levitas.
"Don't make me laugh, old man..."-said the knight-"I just need a soul; a single, dull, and fragile soul..."
A gentle but unfriendly wind passed through the deserted land. The overconfident knight looked at his own sword, the Executioner, and chuckled.
"So many killed... and not even a sign of rust..."-he said.
"If you are planning on killing us here with the help of your dark priest... you are wrong..."-said Lenan.
"Heh... that would be a complete error..."-said Callaghan.
He looked at his priest and told him to create the warp portal. The priest obeyed his command and began the spell.
"Only one person may enter after me... "-said the evil man.
"Well... this should be easy... I am going in."-said Mirage.
Lenan gazed at him with so much hate that it could cause pain to his broken ribs.
"Alright... I was joking..."-said Mirage faking a smile.
Callaghan entered the portal followed by the priest. Muteness reigned triumphant. Lenan began walking slowly towards the portal. It was now or never.
"Wait!"-yelled Zel.
The assassin turned around to Zel and tried to guess his next words. Zel handed him the Yggdrasil Berry and remained quiet.
"Don't you need this more than me?"-asked Lenan.
"No, I will be fine... Eat it, please."-said the paladin.
The assassin ate the berry and his energies were restored immediately. Blue and Plushe blessed him with their protections.
"We are going to head back to Prontera... to report everything."-said Zel.
"Yeah, I'll catch up later..."-said Lenan.
"That did not sound confident..."-thought Aqua.
"Any... last words, guys?"-asked Lenan.
"Last words? You are not going to die, aren't you?"-said Blue.
"Who knows...?"-continued Lenan.
The assassin checked his bag finding two Poison bottles and a Box of Thunder left. He turned around and dashed through the portal, disappearing. Zel and the others placed Chass' corpse on top of his shield and began their march towards the capital.
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Battle Theme: The Extreme- Final Fantasy VII Soundtrack.
"I thought you died trying to decide..."-said Callaghan showing the head of his priest-"You took too long so I decided to warm up a bit."
"That was really funny, Nestor..."-said the assassin scanning the forest.
"Lenny, Lenny... always cautious."-Said the knight-"We are alone. Stop looking around, because Death is right in front of you."
The two rivals gazed at each other; as if trying to tell each other's weaknesses.
"Why do you continue with this?"-asked Lenan.
"This? Oh, you still don't get it."-Said Callaghan-"I want more power. From the moment I set these eyes on the immense power of Sleipnir, I knew I was destined to use them. I was destined to wield every imaginable power there is. I seek power to gain more power, that's my dream."
"Ridiculous..."-said the assassin.
"Ridiculous, you say..."-said the knight-"Then, what's your dream?"
"My dream is to protect my friends. Call it ridiculous, or even laugh if you want. Either way it is my dream, and it will come true. You… will… not… take… another… friend… I promise."-said Lenan.
"Ha ha ha, a dream I will love to crush."-Laughed Callaghan-"I will have my victory, I guarantee you that."
"Victories are pointless."-Said Lenan-"We, unlike you, do not count victories, we count kills. Because at the end, a kill is what really matters."
"Assassins really amuse me, I must say."-said Callaghan.
They continued glaring at each other; waiting for a sudden spark to initiate the duel.
"I say, we begin!!"-Yelled Callaghan-"Concentration!! Aura Blade!! Two-handed Quicken!! Parry!!"
"Enchant Deadly Poison!! Poison Enchant!! Poison React!!"-said Lenan.
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"We will not stop in Geffen."-Said Zel-"We will continue all the way to Prontera."
No one disagreed. Everyone walked slowly, but steady. Without facing monsters on the way, they would take several days to get to Prontera.
"Let's hope we don't meet Goblins, Kobolds, or Orcs."-said Winshley.
. . . . .
Callaghan dashed towards his opponent and tried to slash him across. He, then, aimed for the head followed by a leg sweep. All attacks were dodged. Lenan did not attack; he was calculating Callaghan's speed. A brutal hack was delivered to his head which he blocked by crossing both his swords. The force of the attack pushed the assassin back, alerting him. He charged towards the knight and responded with his own assault. Lenan jumped on him, slashing his chest. Then, he tried to slash his right arm which was blocked by the immense sword.
"Executioner is wonderful..."-said Callaghan smiling.
"Shut up!"-said Lenan delivering a stab to the neck.
A barrier of mirrors, strong as diamond, appeared between the knight and the deadly stab, blocking it. Lenan continued slashing his arch enemy. His attack speed was deathly compared to his enemy's. He put pressure on him. The knight's defense was strong, but he slowly depleted his life, finishing this nightmare.
"Bowling Bash!!"-yelled Callaghan.
The bash pushed Lenan back, but he resumed his cold offense, in a pitch. Callaghan smiled; he had his prey in his grip. He grabbed his Executioner with both hands and performed a side to side slash, hoping on cutting the assassin in half. Lenan jumped over him, doing a flip to land behind Callaghan's back. Lenan pierced the knight's lower back. He rapidly sheathes his Cutlus and began gathering energy in his right arm.
"His Parry, it's gone."-He thought-"Venom Splasher!!"
"No... So this is it... you are just a clone of your former mentor..."-said Callaghan surprised.
Lenan kicked Callaghan's lower back and began running, fleeing from the moving bomb. Callaghan turned around and chased him like a predator.
"You will die with me!!!"-Yelled Callaghan-"Ha ha ha ha."
"Do you think you are the first target that tries to kill me with my own skill?"-Asked Lenan-"You are wrong."
Lenan continued sprinting through the forest. Callaghan followed him closely. Lenan noticed a huge tree intercepting his path. He knew it was too big to go around it at high speed without suddenly stopping. Callaghan laughed, he knew this was it. Lenan continued running; he decided to climb the tree by running. He reached as high as he could, but it was not enough to avoid the explosion. He drew his swords and pierced the trunk; then, he squatted towards it and pushed himself horizontally. A loud explosion burned the surrounding trees. Lenan slowly floated, turning his body around. He located the center of the explosion while his blades shone, getting ready for his next attack.
"Soul Destroyer!!"-he yelled sending five waves towards his enemy.
He landed quickly, waiting for the smoke to dissipate. He was confident, but something bothered him: it was too easy. An evil laugh came from the center of the violent smoke cloud.
. . . . .
"In your opinions, what does a person need to be a great warrior?"-asked Zel breaking the silence.
"Power."-said Mirage.
"Intelligence!"-jumped Levitas.
"I meant both types of powers: physical and mental."-continued Mirage.
"I agree."-Said Aqua-"They also need speed, or agility, right?"
Gabe nodded in approval. They continued walking while trying to break free from these cursed plains.
"Accuracy is important..."-said Winshley-"No matter how powerful, or fast you are..."
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"He he he... Impressive, Lenny."-Said Callaghan-"Good agility, strength, and dexterity. But we all know knights can endure more than you... because in the end, vitality is more important."
The smoke cloud disappeared revealing the speaker. His skin was crimson red, as if the explosion ate it all, revealing his muscle tissues.
"Lord Knights can not speak while in Berserk mode..."-thought Lenan surprised.
"Amazing, uh?"-Asked Callaghan-"Yeah, I know. It looks similar but it is not it. After long years of training, I had mastered a new berserk technique. It allows me the ability to talk; and increases my agility, vitality and strength, in exchange for only doubling my life."
The magical aura surrounding the knight acquired the form of a wolf. All his wounds were healed. His power refresh, his goal... the same.
"I named it Ulfheoinn."-said Callaghan quietly.
"Agility... "-thought Lenan.
"What's wrong?"-Asked Callaghan-"Can't find a way of killing me?"
Lenan enchanted his weapon with poison and used the last Box of Thunder. The electricity covered his body completely. He knew it was now... or never. Then, he dashed recklessly towards the raging knight. He attacked him, but ineffectively; the knight dodged without problems.
"I can see you, Lenan."-he said.
"Then, watch this!!"-yelled the assassin.
Lenan aimed at Callaghan's head and delivered the stab. The sound of sharp metal piercing a softer substance could make him believe he ended it all. He was wrong; his sword was stuck in the tree trunk. Callaghan chuckled; he was as arrogant as ever. His colossal sword cut the air at high speed; trying to kill the skilled assassin. But it was blocked; the killer's Poison React was still in effect. Lenan quickly retrieved his sword and continued threatening his opponent. All his attacks were deadly accurate, deadly accurate to the immobile targets: trees.
"Ha ha ha ha... you have stopped impressing me... Lenan."-Said Callaghan-"When I decide to use this, I am the only one who gets out alive."
Lenan slid back away from the knight's attacking range, and depleted most of his stored energy damaging him with Soul Destroyers. The knight walked slowly towards the attacker, enduring the pain. Then, Callaghan sprinted towards him, powering his strike with a howl. Lenan evaded it in time, preventing him from being cut in half... like the tree.
"It is almost complete..."-thought Lenan.
Immediately, he began an all-out assault. He pierced the knight's left side with one sword. Callaghan responded with a slash across the stomach. Lenan, then, thrust his left hand Cutlus in Callaghan's right shoulder. Without even screaming, the knight bashed his enemy, pushing him back. Without wasting a moment, Callaghan dashed towards the wounded assassin and slashed him with all his might. The blade was stuck between the ribs...
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"Vitality."-said Plushe.
"Not important."-Said Mirage-"Nah, I'm kidding."
Aqua laughed at Plushe's insecure face for a moment. Zel hugged her, comforting her while he laughed with Aqua.
"A bit of luck will not hurt, right?"-said Blue.
"Yes."-Said Levitas-"I've seen people escaping death thanks to their mysterious luck."
Silence's power was dominant again. The heroes smiled, slowly forgetting everything.
"But we are missing the most important one."-Said Zel-"Without it, none of the previous ones can really shine."
Everyone stared at him, confused. He remained quiet, building up the suspense. Finally, he said:
"Determination... if you have determination, you will keep your promise."
. . . . .
"Well, well... we both have fatal wounds now... the poison covering your swords had weakened me."-Said Callaghan-"LenanKuras, you are officially dead. "
Lenan grasped Callaghan's right hand, which was still holding the hilt, and looked straight into his eyes.
"I was not wondering if I can kill you. I was wondering if I can without killing myself."-Said the assassin-"Venom Splasher!!"
Lenan's right hand began to form the venomous sphere. Callaghan became nervous; his only reaction was to punch Lenan, trying to interrupt his finishing move. Lenan tried to put it inside his rival's body, but his arm was blocked. Suddenly, a strange glyph appeared in a close by tree. It caught Callaghan's attention.
"Oh! Impressive, truly impressive."-Laughed Callaghan-"Same skill used by your mentor... the filthy assassin."
He looked around and noticed several of the trees... being marked by the same glyph.
"Now I get it... you were missing on purpose..."-he said-"Brilliant, simply brilliant."
Callaghan began laughing quiet, but his volume increase gradually.
"After the battle with your mentor, I studied the nature of this ability. Surprisingly, I found that it is actually a difficult process to master, execute and finally kill someone with it."-Said Callaghan-"Your mentor died because of it... he could not move while he executed it... I could run away... and you... you have not completed the 13 points required for your poisonous finale ... what a shame...only 12 points..."
Lenan closed his right hand, cancelling his last skill. With that hand now free, he shredded the light armored shirt that protected his chest revealing a scar; a scar that resembled the glyph. Callaghan was muted but his eyes said it all: his end was here.
"I have endured the pain of scarring myself with a cold and poisoned blade. I have fought all this time with myself to prevent my poisoned blood from devouring myself. I have been containing myself from killing hundreds of innocent people just to liberate all my anger at you..."-said Lenan-"Stop looking around, because Death is right in front of you."
Callaghan looked at his rival's eyes with fear, temporary fear. Suddenly, he closed his fist and punched the assassin several times, trying to impede his death. Lenan grabbed Callaghan's fist and continued piercing his soul through his eyes.
"Hel is waiting for you..."-said the assassin.
"Behold the strongest venom technique, Mephitic Embrace!!!"-yelled Lenan.
Callaghan continued pushing his weak body, trying to free himself. All of the sudden, a guardian appeared behind Lenan. He wasn't happy, but he wasn't sad either. He stood in front of the defeated knight, showing him that he kept his promise. He opened his mouth, letting his words come out, only to be heard by Callaghan's ears.
"I told you"-said Seiai.
"Any last words, Nestor Callaghan?"-said Lenan.
Callaghan remained silent. He wanted to say: "I shall be back; but he knew it was not possible. Lenan's body began to turn dark violet. Then, it slowly turned light violet, then white. The explosion devastated everything that stood near them. A loud bang was heard by the remaining heroes, who turned around alerted by it. They saw a gigantic violet beam shooting to the sky that killed any flying creature close by.
"Was it...."-said Gabe.
"Yes, it was him."-said Mist.
"Did he win?"-asked Blue.
Mist continued walking, ignoring the question. Everyone wanted to ask the same thing; but they all had one answer in their heads.
"Let's wait for him to catch up with us..."-said Aqua.
. . . . .
Meanwhile, in a different dimension...
"Finally, this is over."-said Jman.
"I had some fun in this one, seriously."-said Seiai.
"Everything went as written..."-said Hoshi.
"I truly don't want to be part of another man-slaughtering war."-added Mana.
"Where are those bodies?"-screamed the small demon.
"Calm down, Devi-kun."-Said Mana-"They will be here soon."
Three bright dots approached towards the Guardians, slowly. They floated in front of them, and they seemed alive.
"To Hel with them..."-said the Head Guardian.
"They were not as cruel... as for the knight... I don't care"-said Hoshi trying to change Jman's mind-"What about Valhalla?"
"Will they be allowed to enter there?"-asked Mana.
"Who knows, Odin accepts everyone with a strong will to kill."-said Jman.
"I must admit it; talent outnumbered blood this time. They truly are worthy of being Einherjars; however, we do not have Valkyries left to accompany them. Do it, it will be the best reward… reward…"-said Seiai.
"I can teleport them there..."-said Jman.
"TO HEL WITH THEM!!!!!"-yelled Devi-kun.
Jman hesitated for a moment. He wanted to do the right decision; a decision that was not written.
"I can see it in your eyes, Jman."-Said Seiai-"Why don't you send them back? At least send one of them."
"Wouldn't it cause imbalance?"-asked Mana.
"A few humans will not..."-answered Hoshi.
"I have decided..."-said Jman.
He pointed at one of the warriors with his Balmung. All his power began to concentrate at the tip of the sword; he closed his eyes and said:
"Mercy has been shown..."
. . . . .
Several days have passed...
"We are almost there."-said Zel.
"I want to rest..."-said Mirage.-"Will someone change turns with me? I am dead tired of carrying a fully armored dead..."
"Hang on a little longer, weak boy."-said Levitas.
"Let's not start a fight here, please."-said Winshley.
"That would be very hard to avoid."-said a familiar voice.
"That's right, Chass."-Said Aqua-"These two are always trying to piss off each other."
Aqua stopped abruptly after he finished his sentence, realizing something unnatural. Everyone turned around to the source of a voice that was not forgotten yet. They watched the resurrected Colonel sitting on his own shield, smiling, as if he hasn't died. A bright light that covered him faded away slowly.
"How can it be? A resurrection?"-said Levitas confused.
"Surprised to see me?"-Said Chass-"Come on, put me down, it's an order!"
"Colonel!"-yelled Zel running towards him.
"No, don't hug me..."-said Chass-"My bones still hurt."
"Ha ha ha, same old Chass."-said Cecil hugging him.
"Nooo, ouch!"-Said Chass-"Now I will speak with the king to demote you."
Chass looked around, finding a pleasant smile in every face. Ten smiles he counted, ten smiles.
"Where is Lenan?"-he asked.
"We are still waiting for him to catch up."-said Blue with a sad face.
"He died..."-said Mirage.
"Don't say that!"-yelled Gabe.
"We don't need to become aggressive..."-said Mist-"There is a good chance that Mirage is saying the truth."
"Old friend Lenan, I am sure he died the way he wanted to."-said Chass.
Immediately, marching footsteps began to fill the ears of the heroes. From afar, a huge army closed in. They had tall brown hats and sharp spears.
"Oh great, Prontera's army..."-said Levitas-"No wonder assassins can walk freely in that city."
"They are late... very late..."-said Aqua.
"This is truly hilarious."-Said Cecil-"Someone, bring me a camera."
"Here comes the general..."-said Chass-"I recommend you, assassins, to hide yourselves."
The vast army stopped in front of the heroes. The general recognized the colonel immediately; and without hesitation he greeted him warmly.
"Colonel Selhter Chass, it is an honor to find you alive."-Said the general-"Tell me about your victory."
"Victory? What victory?"-said Chass.
The general was confused. He could not see a thing other than seven survivors following the colonel.
"Do you recognize my troops, general?"-asked Chass.
The general remained quiet, waiting for Chass to make his point.
"Yes, Peco Squadron 01 was demolished, demolished on the first day."-Said Chass-"Also, Cecil's Twilight Knights and Zel's troops too."
"Well, the end is what important."-said the general coldly.
"The end? THE END?!?!"-Yelled Chass-"How dare you to say that?"
"Do not yell at me! I am your superior!"-yelled the general.
"Superior? When did you decide to unite the Crusader's and Knight's guild together with Midgard's so called vast army?"-Continued Chass-"And for your information, a group of assassins helped us get out of there alive!"
Immediately, Mist, Gabe, and Mirage became visible surprising the soldiers. The soldiers' adrenaline boiled rapidly, waiting for the general to give the command.
"Colonel Chass, you will arrest those assassins here and now."-said the general.
"I will not follow that order, general."-Said Chass-"And just in case you cannot get to the conclusion, Geffenia is ruined! The magical city of Geffenia is now a mere graveyard, a graveyard where the dead will not be visited by their relatives."
"General, do we attack them?"-asked a soldier.
"You will have to pass through me... and it will be difficult."-said Chass.
"And if you manage to defeat him, you will die at my feet."-added Levitas.
"I demand half the army for myself."-said Mirage licking his blood stained Haedonggum.
The priestesses stood behind, ready to protect everyone. Winshley stood beside Levitas, firmly gripping his rod. Aqua's falcon stood on his shoulder, glaring at the hesitating soldiers.
"Scared of a little bird?"-he asked.
The general looked at Chass in his eyes. He wanted to punish the disobedient subordinate, but justice ruled his hand. Chass' determination to defend the assassins must have a reason, he thought.
"General, the army is waiting."-said the soldier.
"We return to Prontera."-Said the general-"We will escort these people. The king shall meet them."
The army turned around and marched back, following the general's command. He looked at Chass in the eyes once again and said:
"I am promoting you to Brigadier General. You have earned it."
Chass did not answer, but he was thankful.
"The king shall give you eleven medals, one for each of the survivors."-continued the general.
"There shall be twelve medals... because we were twelve warriors."-said Chass.
"Twelve then, Brigadier General."
The two generals continued walking. The animosity between them disappeared slowly as they moved. Behind them, walked the assassins and Aqua.
"So, what will you do after this, Aqua?"-asked Gabe.
"I shall get back to Payon; my love shall be waiting for me."-he answered.
"I will increase my kill count right after I get my precious medal."-said Mirage.
"What will you do, Cecil?"-asked Blue.
"I will revive my guild."-Answered Cecil with a smile-"And you?"
"Me? Prontera's Church, I will be there helping the needed."
"I will stay here for some time, and then go back to Geffen."-said Levitas.
"Who asked you, old man?"-yelled Mirage.
"Oh, you insolent bastard!!"-said the old wizard.
"Calm down, Levitas."-Said Winshley-"He is joking with you. I will return to Yuno, my home town."
"What about you, Gabe and Mist?"-asked Aqua.
"Morroc, then Rachel, then Veins."-answered Gabe.
"If you don't mind, I will not answer that."-said Mist.
"Scary and mysterious..."-said Mirage.
"What about you too?"-said Blue looking at the lovebirds.
"Wedding!"-yelled Zel.
"Wedding? Oh, Zel..."-said Plushe breaking down in tears.
"Damn, weddings are painful..."-said Mirage.
"No, silly."-said Aqua laughing out loud.
. . . . .
A year has passed since then...
Plushe and Zel returned to Prontera, after finishing their mission in Rachel's Sanctuary. The day was warm; it was summer. They entered the capital from the southern gate, followed by a squad from Morroc, after admiring the common Porings living in the area. They slowly walked through the populated streets of the city, glancing at the houses, the merchants, and the little kids playing around.
"This place has not changed much..."-said the paladin.
"Yes, indeed."-said Plushe.
"I need to report to the General."-Said Zel-"We will meet at the fountain."
"Alright, darling."-said Plushe in agreement.
Zel hastened his pace; and Plushe stopped in front of a mansion. It was one of the two royal families who resided here, in the capital. House Loriet, the famous family lead by Katrina Loriet, the wizard. Outside of the gates, three little played together. They were a boy and two girls. The girls wore pink and purple clothes, and the boy wore blue; typical colors.
"I will be a great writer."-said the boy.
"Yes, Flam."-Agreed the girls-"But, first of all, we need to get to House Mikado, for an errand. The last one getting there is a loser!!!"
"Aw, Cecilia... Kuri... wait for me!"
Plushe smiled at the kids; and she continued walking towards the middle of the city. She was stopped by a thousand merchants; merchants who came from far away, and sold their rare findings to brave warriors. She entered the first store, Alphonse and Edward's All Around store, and bought white and blue potions for a very low price. She was about to leave when someone familiar jumped on her yelling her name.
"Hi, Blue!!!"-she said.
"How was your wedding?"-asked Blue.
"Oh, it was a dream."-She answered-"The cake, the white dress; it was a shame you did not come."
"Yeah, sorry."-Said Blue-"I could not travel to Hugel... How was Jawaii?"
"Magnificient."-Answered Plushe-"Why there are so many people here today?"
"It is the seventh and last day of War of Emperium."-Answered Blue-"Things get heated up."
The two priestesses continued walking north, approaching the fountain, the fountain with a statue: Odin riding on Sleipnir. Most travelers gathered here at this particular spot because it was the center of the city. The inn, bar, and city stores were located here. It also was the place for the War of Emperium flags. From the city speakers, two announcements were heard:
[Kriemhild castle has been conquered by Gabriel from Prelude of Light guild.]
[War of Emperium has ended! ]
"Whoa... a last minute victory..."-commented Plushe.
"Yes, he is been really active in this event..."-said Blue-"He has been keeping a low profile after his bounty was doubled by both Geffen and Prontera a couple of months ago..."
"I wonder how everyone is doing..."-said Plushe.
"Well, Chass is still in service. Cecil has restored his guild. Aqua was appointed Head of the Flying Arrows in Payon. Winshley, I don't know... I guess he is in Yuno doing research."-said Blue.
"No need to ask about the rest... I am sure they are somewhere... hidden."-said Plushe.
Suddenly, she stared at one of the flags. A familiar person stood in front of it; blue hair covered by a Feather Beret, blue and light armored clothes. He had two swords behind his lower back, and a Buckler protecting his upper back. His outfit was that of an Assassin Cross.
"Plushe, what's wrong?"-asked Blue.
Plushe stood frozen in the middle of the street, looking at the assassin. Blue turned her head at the direction of which Plushe's eyes pointed, getting mesmerized by the surprising moment. The blue haired assassin stood smiling after reading the script printed on the flag.
[Edict of the Divine Rune Midgard Kingdom]
"Following the ordinance of the Divine Rune Midgard Kingdom, we approve that this place is in the private possession of Cruentus Angelus Guild. The guild master of Cruentus Angelus Guild is Blood Mist. If there is anyone who objects to this, prove your strength and honor with a steel blade in your hand."
An assassin, wearing red clothes appeared beside him, carrying a list.
"This is the most wanted list posted in Prontera's bar and the faces posted all around the city."-said the young assassin.
"Thanks, Timmy."-said the assassin.
"Why does Mist own a castle as cheap as Fadhgridh?"-asked Timmy.
He looked through the papers, while reading a bit out loud.
Criminal Name Crime Reward
Cadence Stealing/Stalking 2.000.000 zeny
Marg Assassination Attempt 2.000.000 zeny
Amagad and Flame Experiment on human 10.000.000 zeny ea
DemonicThrower Terrorism 20.000.000 zeny
cLoUdEz 4 Assassinations 10.000.000 zeny
Mirage 15 Assassinations Arrested
Danz Fraud/Traffic of Weapons 3.000.000 zeny
Kojot 2 Assassinations 5.000.000 zeny
Doraemon 13 Assassinations 20.000.000 zeny
Sir Kuest Treason 8.000.000 zeny
Rasend Escape from prison 6.000.000 zeny
Nekomoni Corruption 5.000.000 zeny
Kari Nogashi Vandalism 4.000.000 zeny
Urice Terrorism 19.000.000 zeny
Arpad Assassination 2.000.000 zeny
"Not many options here…"-he thought-"Fad is not as eccentric as Kriem… therefore it is a good location."
"At least you are not listed, Lenan."-Said the young assassin-"When will you teach me something new?"
"You were assigned to me one week ago and you want some training?"-he said.
"Yes, and I need to be accepted by Mist."-He said-"I must join Cruentus Angelus."
"That won't be easy…"-said Lenan-"But I got the best test for you."
"Uh?"-asked Timmy confused.
"You will set Mirage free."-answered Lenan.
"What?"-Yelled the young assassin-"Someone paid 35 million for him four days ago!"
"You will break into Prontera's prison tonight."-said Lenan.
Suddenly a small shadow appeared at their feet. It became bigger quickly, alerting the assassins. Lenan grabbed his student and slid back, moments before the impact.
"What was that?"-asked Timmy.
"Hammefall…"-said Lenan.
He looked at the direction of the attack and saw a lady wielding a hammer. She had a white shirt covering only her bust, blue short jeans and heavy boots. Lenan recognized the purple haired lady. Behind her stood a cart filled with flowers.
"You will come with me, Lenan."-she said throwing him a poster with his picture and reward.
"Well… long time no see… MissTerious."-Said Lenan-"I always thought I had a bounty on me…specially after attempting to kill Chass."
"I heard rumors of your death a year ago…"-she continued-"I guess it was all a rumor…"
"Let me kill her, mentor."-said Timmy.
"She will kill you."-He said-"We run, now."
"What?"-asked Timmy confused.
"Start running, now."-Said Lenan-"We will begin to attract guards…"
"No, I will help you."-continued Timmy.
"We will not fight her."-Said Lenan-"Don't you understand?"
A flying cart approached Lenan at impressive speed. He had no time to block it; it was a clean hit. He was pushed back by the impacting attack. He stood up but numerous assaults threatened his life. He began dodging them with a bit of difficulty.
"Why won't you leave me alone?"-he asked her.
"You are an assassin, with 17 counts, your head is valuable."-she answered.
The hammer moved faster every second. He wanted to attack her but he could not harm a friend.
"Take this, Lenan."-She yelled-"Mammonite!!"
"Devotion!!"-said Chass.
A magical thread connected the Paladin and the Assassin Cross, stopping the reckless attack.
"Damn it, that Guard…"-yelled Miss-"How dare you, Chass, protect someone who tried to kill you?!?!"
"People change…"-said Chass-"You should understand that…."
"I will never forgive him for becoming an assassin."-she said furiously.
The assassins escaped silently while Chass distracted the whitesmith. They knew that roofs were the safest places for them now.
"We should leave this city…"-said Timmy.
"No, I am the hunted."-Said Lenan-"You will rescue Mirage."
"Aw, why?"-he asked.
"I want him to teach you about Soul Breaker."-answered Lenan.
"No, I want to learn Venom Splasher, I want to use poison."-Said the young assassin-"Besides, Mirage will not teach me…"
"He will, after you get him out of prison."-Said Lenan-"By the way, this is your only ticket into Mist's Guild."
"Are we going to Al De Baran?"-asked Timmy.
"Yes, after Mirage joins us…"-answered Lenan.
Timmy became mad; he knew he had to release the blood lusting criminal. The night approached but he will have to wait for midnight to enter the prison. From Odin's statue located at the center of the capital, a guardian watched the assassins run away.
"Some say humans are just primitive creatures… But I disagree… They are more complex. The ability to adapt to a world when life is too short… nothing can beat that"-said Seiai.