Give Wolfram Back To Me

A Kyou Kara Maoh Fanfiction.

Disclaimer: I do not own anything but the plot. Otherwise, this wouldn't be a fanfiction.

All rights belong to Tomo Takabayashi, Temari Matsumoto, and Studio Deen

Chapter 10

"Since he found out Wolfram was kidnapped. He suddenly changed," said Gunter.

"I agree. It may not be noticeable to many, but to people that knows him and are close to him, like us, would definitely notice," I, Conrad said.

"Well, it would be weirder if he doesn't act the way he does now. If I'm in his position, I may turn into 'maou mode' and search for Wolfram myself. He just went to earth for one night to attend a birthday party and will found out that his fiancée has been kidnapped the next day!" Gwendal added.

After that we started working on the papers that were left. It was kind of weird that the papers were almost done and it's just half of the day... I mean, back then, he wouldn't even finish half of it before time for bed. And like him, we three also read the papers word by word... searching for a clue as well. In just a few minutes, we finished. We just sit there after that.

Then there was a loud banging on the door. Gwendal immediately stood up from where he was sitting and head for the door. He looked pissed off. I wouldn't be surprised. Even I feel the same way as him. No sleep, barely eating, exhausted, worried sick... then when you finally have the time to sit down even just for a while; someone will bang the door like that. Whoever is on the other side of the door must be taught manners.

Gwendal harshly opened the door. He was about to scold the person but what he saw immediately made his mouth shut. The person behind the door is Wolfram's second-in-command, First Lieutenant Seth von Kaberkoff. Like us, he barely ate and slept. He is Wolfram's best friend, actually. They met at the military school in their 40's and became friends immediately.

They don't want to be separated, that even when they graduated, Seth chose to serve under Wolfram's command even though he could lead his own unit. Wolfram immediately assigned him as his second in command. Wolfram already has a unit prepared for him after he graduated, not because of his title. He already proved himself to be an excellent soldier for defeating my second-in-command in a sword fight... he also defeated Gwendal's and Gunter's second-in-commands in a duel of sword and maryoku fight combined. He has the potential to be the best soldier of Shin Makoku for this millennium with his abilities... and he is still young, still growing.

The amount of trust between them is incomparable. Wolfram trusts his back with this man that he can't even do with me. Truth to be told, we also became close to this kid.

He looks exhausted and his uniform is a bit messy. He has dark bags under his eyes and he is panting. But the thing that caught our attention is that there is a hopeful gleam in his eyes and that he is smiling.

"Seth?! What is it?" Gwendal asked. Gunter and I immediately stood up and went to them.

"This report cannot be assured but... I really believe that it's the key in finding Wolfram. I can feel it." The trust and hope in his eyes somehow shared us some.

"Come in here." I beckoned him to enter the office. When we were comfortable seated, he started with his report.

"You see, there was a ship that sailed the night Wolf has been kidnapped. It was headed to Cavalcade. That ship has 16 emergency boats, in case of need. But when the boat reach its destination, it was found that there was a boat missing. It was also found that a room that was supposed to be vacant has traces of it being used. And many of the people on board said that there was a man who went on the deck just to take food then returned in immediately. Their description for the man is the same with how her highness described the kidnapper." He finished his report and looked at us, silently begging for us to issue a command immediately.

"A hope indeed." Said Gunter. Gwendal and I smiled. This could be a start.

"Gunter, I want you to call in the king, my mother, Anissina, Gisela, the princess, as well as Yozak, Hube, and Nicola. Tell them to be at the conference room in 5 minutes." Gwendal said.

"I need you to bring here in the castle the captain of the ship, some of the crew workers and if possible, some of the witnesses of the suspicious man on board. Bring as many onboard as you can in the castle to report." I told Seth.

"Right away, Conrad." He said then went out to do what he was ordered to, Gunter followed shortly. Gwendal and I went to the conference room.

...

At Hexzalia... (Wolfram's POV)

It's the middle of the day. We actually planned to go to the castle by this time but we... I mean he overslept. I was actually up early. I even watched the sun rose. When I woke up, I was actually expecting him to be beside me on the bed. I mean he's a prince and all. He also claimed to be in love with me so I expected that he would want to get near to me as much when he has the chance. But I woke up alone on the bed and I saw him lying on the floor.

I got out of bed and rummage in the bags that he brought last night. I found clothes and such. I changed into one of it and it's actually comfortable. It's a little too big on me, but just a little. I also found food in the shack and I reheated them. I eat as I watch the sun rise from the horizon. I walked around a little after that. When I got back to the shack, he's still asleep. I got out again and explored a bit by the trees.

As I walk in deeper, it gets darker. I froze when I remembered that he said there are dangerous animals here. I should have kept in mind things like that before wandering around a place I don't know. I quickly turned around and headed back. I was the wisest decision. I don't have a sword or even a dagger and I can't use my maryoku in this country.

I heard some rustling behind some bushes and my heart started to pound. My eyes went wild and looked at my surrounding. I'm pretty sure right now that my alertness is at its maximum. Oh, Shinou! What have I put myself into. Ever so slowly, I started heading to my destination once again. I can hear it following me.

I shouldn't have wandered off. Suddenly, the sounds I hear got faster... It's approaching me in a high speed. I felt fear. I ran for my life. I ran as fast as I could but I can't outrun it. It suddenly tackled me to the ground. And when I saw what it was, I screamed.

(Damian's POV)

I woke up feeling a little back sore. Oh well, what do I expect from sleeping on the floor. I got up and realized that the sun is already high up. Then when I noticed that the bed that was supposed to be occupied by an enthralling being is empty. I started to panic. I took my sword and looked for him in the shack. Then I found a plate of food on the table... it's not that hot but it's obvious that it was reheated. Looks like I overslept too much. I took the food and eat as I search for him.

I was walking near the trees when I heard a scream, I immediately recognized the voice. I headed in the woods. My heart was pounding. Oh Gods... I already told him about the animals here! The heck! Oh, I hope he's alright...

I ran with the speed I never knew I had. Then I saw him... under the Giant Smilodon.

(Wolfram's POV)

A...A Giant Smilodon?!

I tremble in fear as I look at it. It's as big as Pochi, the dragon that Yuuri and I found back then. I never expected to face a giant saber-toothed animal in a defenseless state. And I'm still too young to die! One of its paws is on my torso keeping down on the ground. It's mouth is nearing my face and I can't help but whimper in helplessness. As I look at the long pointy teeth of the beast, I can already imagine how it can sink down my flesh and kill me instantly. I can't believe that I would die like this.

Just a little closer and I will meet my end. It opened its mouth ready to have a feast. I closed my eyes and I submitted to my fate. I know it will be a painful death. I waited... then I heard a battle cry from not afar and I opened my eyes. I saw Prince Damian. The beast looked in his direction as well. And I don't think I know what happened next. It just registered to me that the beast that was suppose to kill me was the one killed instead.

I sat up and looked at the body of the dead Smilodon. Then someone embraced me from my side.

"Hey, it's okay. You're safe now. Please don't cry anymore." He said.

"I... w-what?" I slowly lift my hand to touch my cheek... That's when I realized that I am crying indeed. He reached to his pocket and took out a handkerchief. He wiped my tears with it. After that he looked at me worriedly. Then it hit me that I have to thank him.

"T-thank you... for saving my life." I said but it came out as a whisper.

"I'm glad you're alright." I was about to stand up but he carried me bridal style.

"O-oy! What do you think you're doing!? Put me down! I can walk on my own!" I squirmed and tried my best to get out of his hold.

"Stop moving, will ya! Hey! Ouch! Quit that!" I started hitting him. "Okay, okay... I'm gonna put you down." And he did.

"It doesn't mean that you're allowed touch me like that just because you saved me." I said.

"Yeah...*clears throat* sorry"

When we reached the shack, he said that I should stay and he will come back. He came back with the body of the Smilodon. And I know what he wants to do with it. I smirked and said that I want to help in cooking it. It will be my way of revenge. Cooking and eating it. It may be childish but I don't care.

Well, I gotta admit that the meat is tasty. After we had lunch, it's already noon. He took the bag of clothes and told me that we are going to the castle. I just followed him. We passed a cave where you have to crawl to get through. So this is the passage he was talking about. When we reach what I think is downtown, he called for a soldier and the next thing I know is there is a big carriage in front of me.

He opened the door for me and beckoned for me to get in... and I did. He followed shortly. From the windows of the carriage, I could see the castle of this country. It's beautiful. After the short ride, we're in the castle. I see servants, lords and soldiers looking at me. I became self-conscious then.

Then Damian grabbed my wrist and pulled me in the castle. The next thing I knew is that I'm standing in front of a man that looks similar to Damian, only that his hair is longer and that he's obviously taller. This must be his brother, Prince Adan.

"Welcome to our humble abode, Prince Wolfram von Bielefeld, I am Damian's Aniue, Prince Adan Zedler. But you can call me Adan. It's nice to finally meet you in person."

(To Be Continued)