Note To Fans: Hi everyone! Sorry, this update is later than you expected but I promise you it will be worth it! I passed my exams! So i'm REALLY happy about that! To all of you who have been waiting so patiently, I thank you. To all of you just coming on board welcome! It's officially Summer break! WOOHOO! Which means that i'll be updating much more frequently. So! Without further to do may I present Chapter 111: JUDGEMENT!
Meanwhile Back At Emerald...
Several houses from each of their respected kingdoms made their way up, High Kingdom's enormous mountain. The Meeting Hall at its peak was a place that Emerald's council dwelled and where several Kingdom representatives often sat in the chairs that were provided for days such as this. Stairs provided the only way path forward allowing those who treaded it to gaze upon its splendor. It almost appeared as if you could lose yourself in all of the blue sky and cloud's hovering above you. However, the atmosphere was far from pleasant. None could expect any less with the trail of Dawnshire looming over their heads. Two men would be tried this day for the genocide of the entire Dawnshire kingdom. Innocent men.
Near the front of the group, Derrith walked alongside her faithful handmaiden and friend Bella while Weldon, trailed behind them ensuring he stayed just close enough to keep up. Behind him, a few rows down were the Black siblings and Yugi accompanying them. Derrith's eyes wandered briefly as she caught the scarlet-eyed male in her sight. "Tell me Bella...tis that young one, not the young man that I gave shelter to in my home...or am I mistaken?" Derrith asked her handmaiden. "No, my lady your eyes do not fail you yet," she began. "That is without a doubt Mr. Moto the very same boy Cloud and Kindness seem quite fond of," Bella replied to her queen before she became silent for a moment.
"Forgive me, my lady, if I am speaking out of turn...but do you have any idea of the sort as to why he is here?" Bella inquired curiously. "Regrettably I know not, any more than you in regard to that matter my dear..." the queen began. "But, I must admit it tis rather curious isn't it?" Derrith admitted as she pursed her lips for a moment. "Extremely curious even...he's a sweet boy with a tender heart...unfortunately that tis not always enough to ensure victory...I know why not he believes that his presence here will sway the verdict...either way...he tis very brave...or very foolish to step foot unto this nest of vipers..." Derrith mused as she continued walking forwards.
Bella frowned as she turned her eyes towards Derrith. "I only pray it's the one before." the handmaiden admitted with a soft sigh. Weldon only grinned afterward. "WELL, he can't be THAT intelligent if he's PLACED his trust in YOU, my DEAR sister!" he echoed as he raised his eyebrows. "Misleading that POOR boy...oh you are QUITE the wicked ONE!" Weldon chuckled amusedly. Derrith only frowned in disapproval. "I twas only taking the necessary precautions...our house comes first and foremost...even you must understand the truth of that dear brother." the queen snapped.
"Oh NO! I don't mean to FAULT you for it. But you DO seem rather ATTACHED to the boy if I DO say SO myself..." Weldon followed. Derrith only let out a sigh afterward. "Perhaps you do raise a valid point...it really tis a shame he is carrying the emblem of the sun...when his father has left nothing but a black hole where his once shined so brightly..." the queen began. "I can't help but feel sympathy for the poor child...he wishes so desperately to know of his family and yet...knowing that truth...might just end up destroying him...a fate that exists far worse than death..." the queen murmured with a softness in her voice as her eyes glistened with concern before she stole one final glance in Yugi's direction.
Yugi himself was captivated by the large mountain as he looked upwards gazing at the vast blue sky above him. The higher you climbed it almost appeared as if you could reach out and touch it. The gentle breeze caressing you as he closed your eyes. He had never experienced anything like this living in Domino City. The air was so clean and crisp too. And yet you could cut the tension with a knife. This was no time to be taking in the sights. As Yugi attempted to redirect his focus Abigail's voice interrupted his train of thought.
"It's beautiful up here isn't it?" Abigail smiled as she looked towards the scarlet-eyed male who only smiled back. "It sure is...I've never seen anything like it..." Yugi admitted before both Abigail and Yugi turned their attention towards Daunte. "MY ASS! Who in the hell decided to build a damn Meeting Hall on top of a bloody damn mountain!"the brown-haired male spat angrily as he cussed up a storm under his breath. "...That's a good question..." Yugi admitted. "I remember reading something in regards to the history of Emerald's Council Meeting Hall actually..." Abigail began. "Really?" the scarlet-eyed male questioned as he tilted his head slightly.
"Apparently it was built by the Ancient Elves of Emerald a long time ago...originally it was made to be a shrine to resemble the Spirit Tree Yggdrasil. They believed that in doing so they would have divine favor in Emerald's political affairs." Abigail explained. "...The Spirit Tree?" Yugi questioned. "Yes, the large tree here in Emerald's High Kingdom. It has golden leaves and its sap is said to save an individual even from the brink of death. Not only that but they say that the Spirit Tree keeps the memories and powers from previous generations of all that exist and whoever existed in Emerald..." the princess explained.
"Wow...that's amazing..." Yugi's eyes widened in wonder and awe. "Did you know about that Daunte?" the scarlet-eyed male questioned before he paused as he caught the brown-haired male's attention being shifted to Kenshin and Lord Mallock. Yugi only frowned. He must still be worried about him. It didn't go unnoticed either as Kaiba disguised as Kenshin looked towards Daunte and offered a smile in return. He knew if he flat out ignored Daunte that he would be bound to catch on to his act. Though, what was most surprising to Kaiba was the fact that Yugi was with him!
{Hmm...this could pose a serious problem...whatever it takes I have to make sure Yugi doesn't realize it's actually me disguised as Kenshin...which means I have to take care that I don't do something that gives me away...otherwise as simpleminded as Yugi is he's bound to say something...good intentions aside...Yugi doesn't understand that blind trust will likely get you killed...or worse...} Kaiba thought to himself. He wasn't used to this game of politics like Kaiba had often encountered while working at Kaiba Corp. Unfortunately, it would seem Lord Mallock's eyes were also drawn towards the scarlet-eyed male.
Lord Mallock narrowed his eyes as he eyed Yugi suspiciously. The boy stood out from his appearance alone having a rather unusual aura. One glance was enough to tell him that he wasn't from around here. "Kenshin." the lord of Juniper spoke up before Kaiba turned his attention towards his father. "Yes, what is it, father?" Kaiba asked as he offered another smile. "That young man up ahead...accompanying the Black siblings...are you at all familiar with the lad?" Lord Mallock asked simply. Kaiba opened his eyes and looked towards Yugi as if to study him a moment. He had to make sure he made this look convincing.
"No, father i'm afraid I do not recognize him, however, he does seem to stand out rather well doesn't he?" Kaiba mused with a silver tongue. "...Indeed...that he does...which means yet another outsider intends to meddle in this world's affairs..." Lord Mallock began with a heavy sigh. "Honestly...first a young woman at Covenant's Summit and now this young man...no matter, they'll learn soon enough what happens when you refuse to bend the knee...in fact...I believe today will serve as a perfect example to the Phoenix and her party...so allow the boy to watch...as one of their precious friends are put to the stake..." the lord of Juniper smirked. An action that was enough to throw Kaiba into a nearly uncontrollable fit of rage.
Kaiba narrowed his golden eyes as he pictured his hands wrapped around Lord Mallock's throat so tightly that he'd choke the life right out of him. His soul burned with a blood lust of the likes he'd never felt before. {How DARE he...} Kaiba thought to himself as he clenched his teeth grinding them together tightly clenching his fists at his side. He cursed this wretched man with every fiber of his being. {THAT BASTARD! He's going to enjoy every single moment of this! And what sickens me the most is...} Kaiba was forced to look into a mirror as he remembered his old self as he took pleasure in tormenting and hurting others. {Is that...he reminds me of me back then...IT MAKES ME WANT TO VOMIT!}
Why was it that when it came to things like this was he absolutly powerless? He kept asking himself that over and over again. His blue hair concealed his eyes covering his expression that lay underneath as he attempted desperately to calm himself. Acting on impulse wouldn't accomplish anything...although he HATED admitting that. His other concern was Raeger walking behind them. He seemed even worse off than he was. Kaiba could hear the Guild Master muttering something over and over again but he couldn't tell what exactly he was saying. A prayer maybe? Who knows.
One thing Kaiba could see clearly was that Raeger was shaking like a leaf. It was obvious that the Guild Master was extremely worried. But, did he really believe any of that would help? Kaiba highly doubted it. Regardless of prayer, someone was going to live...and someone was going to die...if there were gods out there then why did they make worlds like these? So devoid of even a tiny glimmer of light. The only question was, what came next? He was half tempted to flip a coin. Raeger, however, wasn't the only one worried. Amourette's nerves also appeared to be shot. The Elven Lord Emerus turned towards his daughter with a slight frown.
"I know how you must be feeling right at this moment in time..." Emerus murmured softly but that only caused Amourette to frown all the more. "We should have NEVER sent Blaire-San to fix the fountain...because of that...Blaire..." the blunette's lower lip trembled unable to bring herself to finish that sentence. The Lord of Emerald only shook his head as he placed his hand on his daughter's shoulder. "How were we to know all of Dawnshire would be wiped out in a single night...? Besides...there is STILL a chance for him to come out of this alive if we play our cards right...after all...HE isn't the one the council really desires..." Emerus assured Amourette
Amourette abruptly turned her head towards her father in utter disbelief. "So you'd have us turn our back on Xuri!? The one Lord Crymson trusted to protect me while I lived in Dawnshire!?" the blunette cried appalled. She couldn't believe her father would even suggest such a horrible thing! "Blaire is second hand to I the Lord Of Emerald of High Kingdom, your advisor, and teacher...Xuri Bloodborne is a halfbreed...part vampire and part blood mage...whom's father Nichedemous murdered several Knight's and Mages...you know the saying...the dragon fruit doesn't fall from the cactus..." Emerus muttered. "B-BUT!" Amourette cried in protest before another voice broke the silence.
"Elves in glass houses needn't throw fireballs...Lord Emerus..." Lord Loric interrupted cooly as he slowly approached Amourette and her father with Tybolt and his sister Alicia by his side. She was slightly shorter than Yugi with black hair like Tybolt it braided in one part and wore a velvet mage's cloak. Her eyes a pretty light green. Emerus only scowled in response to Lord Loric's criticism. "And who are YOU to pass judgement on me!? When It is YOUR wretched offspring our forests are under siege by those DISGUSTING beasts!" the lord of Emerald spat as he referred to the tained werewolves.
It wasn't hard to see that there was much hostility brewing among the leader's before the Summit had even begun. Alicia backed away until she was behind her brother frightened by Lord Emerus's sudden outburst. Amourette too also took a step backward as she tried to calm her father down. "E-Everyone! Let's t-try not to f-fight! T-There's already t-too much t-tension in t-the air!" the blunette studdered all over the place as she flailed her arms in a bit of a panic. Lord Loric only cleared his throat as his eyes met Emerus's like a sharped dagger. "My son's sins are not my own...or would you have me curse YOUR own flesh and blood for your own?" the lord of Elixer mused as he turned his gaze upon Amourette. After a moment the lord of Emerald looked back at Lord Loric's before he let out a defeated sigh.
"A point well made...may the gods have mercy on us both when the time comes..." Lord Emerus muttered as he placed his hand on Lord Loric's shoulder. "Indeed..." the lord of Elixer agreed before the lord of Emerald removed his hand and return to his daughter's side before they both advanced ahead. Tybolt only furrowed his brow. "Such arrogance towards The Lord Of Elixer...had he spoken to anyone else in that manner i'd be willing to bet he'd at the very lease lose that tongue of his..." the black haired male muttered darkly. If Emerus knew what was good for him he'd keep his mouth shut. Not that he was one to talk. Despite his pledged loyalty, he wasn't above of going behind Lord Loric's back if the need arose, even if that meant forming a secret alliance with Weldon BriarBlood.
Not too long ago it had been him that informed Tybolt of The Wizard's Of The Black Circle's demise at the hand of Daunte Black and the leader of the A.O.J. The shadows often whispered unknown truths and he, in turn, whispered back to them. Unfortunately, however, their defeat meant they would need a new way to seek out the remaining Blood Scrolls. That being said, they at least had the upper hand with that seal Weldon engraved into Yugi. Of course, if Lord Loric gained knowledge of such a scheme he would most certainly object to using his grandson in a game with the ultimate checkmate. That being said, Tybolt disregarded Lord Loric's feelings on the matter entirely. Even if it ultimately cost him his life he swore he will have the A.O.J's leader's blood on his hands before the end.
"You may be right...however...a single glance tells me that the only one he's attempting to bait into a fight...is non-other than himself..." Lord Loric mused. "You speak cryptically as usual Loric..." Tybolt deadpanned. "...Guilt...is a powerful thing...it tears at the mind and even the soul...like a disease that infects the body right down to your very core...until one day...it consumes you entirely...but yet...some would risk such a sacrifice in order to protect...what they cannot simply picture themselves living without...sometimes it proves worth it...whilst other times...it does not..." the lord of Elixer continued as he looked directly at his faithful advisor.
"Make no mistake my friend that we are about to engage in far more than just a mere trial that involves two souls...but rather a test of loyalty...integrity...and morality... whoever emerges innocent...they too must also live with the pain and agony...that which only comes from watching those whom's hearts are broken into pieces...because they live while the other does not...a most cruel punishment for the living..." Lord Loric tells Tybolt. "It'll be a lousy finish no matter how this ends won't it?" Alicia frowns. "Without a doubt..." the black haired male muttered in response as they came upon a large door. It was brown and made of orichalcum no doubt from how heavily it was fortified. Upon it was the crest of the golden tree one half on each of the doors. Alicia closed her eyes as she took a deep breath.
As Katori's handmaiden she would do what she must to see this through. When Yugi arrived at Elixer Alicia herself was away at the time due to her apprenticeship in BlackSteel. She had been undergoing her training to become a full fledge Guild member of Hades Creed in order to have a better opportunity of uncovering the remainder of The Blood Scrolls. There had been whispers about there having been one there at some point in time so, it was as good of a place as any to start. But, it was by no means easy. While she was training she picked up many skills. Ones that would most likely be of use when the time presented itself. After all, trusting Weldon and Derrith BriarBlood completely was a fool's errand. One her brother was very much aware of. At least she hoped it was. But now wasn't the time for such thoughts. Whatever was waiting behind this door she would be ready to face it. "Phoenix be with us all..." Alicia muttered as Noah and Oritel came up behind them.
"So, even Lord Loric got roped into coming here...in fact...everyone appears to have shown up surprisingly..." Oritel observed as he walked alongside Noah. "At the very least, there are always a few that attempt to skip out...myself included among them on many occasions..." the lord of Elementia admitted. "Can't argue with ya there," Noah replied simply. "Last time, the last Summit they had, I arrived on Covenant after it was held though since I DID apprentice with Raeger back in the day you'd think they'd at the very least extend old courtesies a little and just let me attend damn it. But no, if you're not holdin the title of a guild master or a Lord or Lady from a known Kingdom you can pretty much just forget about even gettin inside, normally that's the case anyway." Noah shrugged.
"Sadly." Oritel agreed with her. "After all, the council's in any kingdom tend to favor those whom they can press or crush under their golden spiked thumbs...with that in mind do you STILL insist on attending? Whatever your decision is i'll respect it either way." the lord of Elementia assured the mage but Noah just smiled in return shooting him a playful wink afterward. "What? And back out now and miss ALL the fun? Not a chance in hell! Besides, if I know one thing it's how to handle myself in a tough crowd!" the mage assured him. Oritel only cracked a smile with a slight chuckle. "Hahaha...i'll take your word for it." the lord of Elementia grinned. "As for me...I haven't been to a Summit in...well a VERY long time..." Oritel admitted as he began to eye Noah rather nervously tugging on the collar of his shirt.
"Even if I am the lord of Elementia...I left my Kingdom behind to rule over Sparks with Marion...that being said...I haven't the slightest idea if my being here will even be acknowledged...as far as the council's concerned...I AM technically as much of an outsider as anyone...while Yuki my son is my successor...but I don't see him anywhere..." Oritel frowned anxiously. "Y-Yeah well...Yuki is brilliant in his own right...but big crowds...especially like this arn't exactly his scene ya know what I mean?" Noah questioned the lord of Elementia who only let out a sigh. "All too well..." Oritel conceded. "...Changing the subject slightly...do you think that they'll bring the accused inside of High Kingdom's Meeting Hall?" the lord of Elementia inquired.
"You mean whether or not they'll release them temporarily from requiem don't you?" Noah asked him in return. "That's what i'm implying yes," Oritel confirmed as the mage crossed her arms as she mulled over the question for a minute. "Unfortunately, THAT particular question I don't have an answer for you...i'd like to say...that it is highly unlikely due to the possibility of someone attending the meeting either trying to take justice into their own hands...or attempting to escape with one or more of the prisoners...however...on the other hand...that COULD be precisely why they are making this such a showy event..." Noah began as her ember eyes slightly glistened followed by a smirk creeping onto her lips.
"In otherwords...the council may be planning to start some trouble themselves..." the mage mused. It never failed to surprise Oritel at how Noah always seemed to very intuitive at these sort of things along with having incredible foresight."And i'd be willing to bet I know whose blood that they would most likely be trying to boil..." the mage informed Oritel as she motioned him towards Bright walking alongside his sister Ruby a few groups down from them. "...Yeah..." the lord of Elementia frowned filled with worry as he directed his gaze towards the prince of Aura.
"...I...I just can't believe that Xuri would do such a horrible thing..." the princess of Aura shook her head in disbelief. "The Aurian Council informed me that...that you witnessed for yourself the crimes he committed...and that you stabbed him when he attacked you and had the Requiem Knight's arrest him...of course...I didn't want to believe it...I still don't want to..." Ruby told her brother. "NO! YOU'RE WRONG!" Bright cried out in a sudden outburst as he grabbed his sister's shoulders tightly as he shook all over. "TH-THAT WASN'T ME RUBY!" the blonde swore to her before he saw the fear reflected in her eyes and gently released her.
"...I-I'm sorry...I shouldn't have...forgive me, Ruby..." Bright appologised softly before he made his way past her. He was angry and terrified all at the same time. With Xuri in Requiem all this time, he had no idea how his best friend was managing or what he had endured. Xuri was as tough as nails and hard headed. Stubborn too. Not to mention he was a fighter to be reckoned with. Even so, he had a sharp tongue and that was always a recipe for trouble.
Meanwhile In Requiem...
Xuri was tossed into a pit where he battled several other prisoners condemned to the same fate. Why they were fighting was anyone's guess not even Xuri could figure that out other than the fact they were being used for the Requiem guards own amusement. Weapons were thrown into the pit where you grabbed what you could get your hands on. The vampire had been lucky enough to grab a sword although it was rather dull. He had spent all morning in this hell hole covered in blood as he fought both men and women for survival. One man with an axe charged towards him whilst another man with a blade came from behind him ready to gut him like a fish.
Using his speed and agility Xuri managed to get behind the first male and chopped him hard in the back of the neck rendering him unconscious before the one behind him with one single movement sliced his blade in half. But the vampire wasn't about to lose as the man came at him once again. Using his broken sword Xuri cut into his arm until it bled and in doing so caused it to crystallize like a sharp hidden blade. Clashing against the other the vampire slit the male's throat which caused him to drop to the ground. Covered in blood and out of breath Xuri's gaze fell upon all the corpses which lay at his feet as they were taken away in body bags. You either live or you die. Those were the rules of Requiem Prison. An insipid realm of death. Suddenly two guards grabbed the vampire and escorted him back to his cell.
The cells were made out of obsidian infused with a sealing spell. In a way, it almost resembled black glass. And it was as hard as adamant. There was truly no way to escape. Not even for one such as him whom used blood magic. How long Blaire and he had been there was anyone's guess. It was hard to even think clearly as the blood-curdling screams echoed from beyond the closed in walls. The fighting pit was a piece of cake compared to the other methods of torture one had to endure in this place. The Requiem Knights didn't have just physical torture at their disposal but psychological torture as well.
Lighting the obsidian-like substance that covered the cells on fire created a green fire that would give off fumes that would inevitably cause those whom inhaled it to hallucinate. Not only would it wreak havoc with your mind and senses but with your body as well. Experiencing pain within the dream as if it were truly your reality. Both Blaire and Xuri had endured this. But it never got any easier. Unable to resist breathing it in Xuri was forced to travel back in time once more his body pulsing in reaction to the miasma. Once again he was faced with gazing down on Aura burning. The smell of blood and ash fresh in his mind.
Slowly the vampire got to his feet and began to walk around the dreamscape. All of the death and destruction caused Xuri to clench his fists at his side gritting his teeth together as a sorrowful yet pained expression manifested upon his face. The smell alone was enough to make the vampire feel sick to his stomach. Xuri jumped slightly as he heard a loud roar echo in the distance as she looked around for the source it was coming from until Bright's voice echoed in his ears."XURI!" the prince of Aura called before the vampire turned his head towards the blood and hurried over in his direction only to see him holding a blade covered in blood.
"BRIGHT!" Xuri exclaimed with great joy and relief before he paused seeing the sword in his hand. Even more so as he saw his father's body lying at his feet nearly feeling his blood freeze in his veins as Bright directs his blade toward's him next. "Why the look of surprise Xuri? Don't you recognize the very kingdom which you unleashed fire and blood upon?" the prince questioned simply. The vampire only narrowed his eyes in return. "What the hell are you talking about!? Do you even KNOW what you're saying!? Wasn't it YOU who always used to tell me that my father's sins were not my own!? WELL!?" Xuri yelled angrily. "And why would I spread falsehoods that are undeniably untrue? You and your father massacred MY people...and as the prince of Aura it falls to me to make you pay for your crimes..." Bright muttered.
"HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MIND!? Bright I had NOTHING to do with The Knight's and Mage's War! How could I!? You and I were just little kids when it happened!" Xuri argued in his defense. But that didn't sway the blonde's mind. "Face it Xuri...the blood that flows through your veins...knows nothing else but the spilling of blood...just like your father...you cast the Vampires of Dawnshire into Hell by poisoning the fountain...that's why...it is my duty as your best friend to ensure you NEVER harm another living soul!" Bright cried out as he charged towards Xuri without any hesitation swinging his blade left and right as the vampire attempted to successfully dodge the various attacks. Suddenly Xuri found himself unable to move as he looked down only to find himself being grabbed by the corpses that were scattered on the ground around him back from the dead.
"LOOK AT ALL THE LIVES YOU'VE RUINED JUST BY BEING ALIVE! XURI! LET ME END IT!" Bright pleads as tears gather in his eyes as he looked directly into Xuri's crimson ones. But before he can even open his mouth to speak the vampire feels Bright's blade pierce his chest. Slowly blood trickles down the sides of his mouth as he can faintly hear the prince's voice echo in his head as everything goes dark. (XURI!) Xuri gasps as he wakes up out of breath with his heart racing. The pain from being stabbed still haunting him as he grabs his chest wincing. Covered in sweat he tries to catch his breath. Afterward, the vampire struggled to remove the cherry blossom encased in blood crystal from his shirt gazing upon it briefly before he heard a familiar voice.
"Are you finally awake?" Blaire inquires in the cell behind him. He was beaten up pretty bad with blood staining his chef's outfit and one of the frames on the lens of his glasses cracked. Not to mention all the bruises inflicted upon him either. He himself was barely conscious. "Y-Yeah..." Xuri replied after a moment. "Had a bloody damn nightmare from the Phoenix awful fumes of this pain in the ass forsaken cell..." the vampire muttered. "Same here...it's obvious they're trying to get a confession out of one of us..." Blaire admitted. "Heh...so THAT'S the way they're playin this huh?...figures as much...damn politicians just love their damn politics...whatever makes them look good...so they make one of us the scapegoats..." Xuri scoffed at the idea.
"Everyone's saying the Prince Of Aura turned you into the Requiem Guards...any truth to that rumor? Call it mere curiosity" Blaire questioned the vampire as he remained quiet for a minute. "Well, it sure looked like him...I didn't have much of a chance to ask questions after the imposter stabbed me...he put on a good performance but...there was no way that was Bright...not after the reaction I got when I saw him in Dawnshire that day...he was so happy I was alive I had to pry him off of me..." Xuri smiled to himself sadly as he figured his most treasured possession. "Well, I can't argue with you there...I still remember Amourette's tear stained face...I never want to see that again...I still can't believe what happened..." Blaire admitted with a soft sigh before they both paused as they heard footsteps echo in the distance.
"Well, looks like our times up...well mine is anyway..." Xuri murmured softly. "And just what makes you so sure we won't BOTH be executed for the crime we supposedly committed hmm?" Blaire questioned in return. "That's simple really...you've got the backing of House Emerald...while I don't have anyone...not to mention i'm not about to let Amourette ball her pretty little eyes out of losing her beloved teacher and advisor...not after her fiance was taken from her," Xuri told Blaire simply. "Besides...there are people that still need you...you're not allowed to die today..." the vampire grinned as Blaire's eyes widened in surprise. Slowly time began to come slow down as a black portal manifested inside Blaire's cell. A hand suddenly reached out and grabbed a hold of Blaire's arm.
"NO! I AM NOT LEAVING WITHOUT XURI!" Blaire protested as he struggled against the arm pulling him in. But it was futile as Blaire could only look back at the vampire as two Requiem Knights grabbed Xuri by his arms and pulled him up to his feet as he was completely pulled into the vortex it disappearing with him along with the cherry blossom encased in the blood crystal. Once again time began to slowly resume it's normal flow as Xuri was led to his fate. "HE'S GONE! THE PRISONERS ESCAPED! QUICKLY EVERYONE FIND HIM NOW!" the guard's voices echoed in the distance.
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