"Master's door?" Replied Tatsumi with curiosity.
"Yes, it's the only door of its kind." Said Merlon. " It is mystical. "
"And what does that have to do with us? Why did this door appear on our planet and take us away?" Asked Esdeath.
"Don't get me wrong ! The master's door isn't what you think." Said Merlon. " I doubt she brought you here for the wrong reasons. "
"As long as you explain to me how to get home, the rest, I don't care." Said Esdeath.
Hearing this, Lady Bow hugged Tatsumi again. Nonetheless, noticing that her body had become palpable, Esdeath kicked her hard, causing her to be thrown against a wall.
Seeing this, while standing still, Tatsumi began to beg.
"Help me. ''
"Ahem ... the Master's door is actually a great gift for everyone who meets it. It will take you into the world of Master Hand." Said Merlon, preferring to ignore Tatsumi's misadventures.
"Master Hand? Who is it?" Asked Esdeath.
"Master Hand is one of the rare species of "hands " that brings together powerful warriors of all kinds from all worlds to participate in its tournament ! But make no mistake, this tournament is not intended to be the most strong, this is how people can be at peace with each other by fighting with honor and dignity. " Said Merlon.
Tatsumi then began to take an interest in this strange Master Hand, as well as in this tournament.
"Powerful fighters? Could one of them defeat Esdeath? If so, I have to convince him to join Night Raid."
For her part, Esdeath smiled mockingly.
'' Do people from this world participate in this tournament? The good joke! The power level of the fighters must really be mediocre. ''
"If I were you, I would think twice before insulting these people. " Retorted Merlon. " I know your power! And despite that, if you participate in this tournament, I would not bet on you. ''
'' Hmm? " Said Esdeath, arching one of her eyebrows.
"Are there such powerful warriors in this tournament ? " Tatsumi wondered.
'' Perhaps. " Said Merlon with a mischievous smile. " However, even if you want to participate, I doubt you will be given permission. ''
"If what you say is true, then how is it that we were not greeted by Master Main himself ? " Asked Esdeath.
"Now that I cannot answer. For you see, something must have happened to him, because if you entered by the main door, it should have led you to his planet, but you are here instead. I don't know why he did that, it never happened before. "Merlon said looking out the window.
"Wait, what do you mean? That damn door is broken, right? It's a joke? How are we supposed to get home in this guy?" Tatsumi asked. " Plus, who is enough crazy to create a door from a black hole? "
"Black hole? What are you talking about?" Asked Merlon.
"When the door opened, we only saw the darkness inside." Said Esdeath. " What, this detail isn't normal? "
"It's not possible ! The door should only have a clear view of the planet of Master Hand. So something is happening." Said Merlon with concern.
"I already told you that I don't care about that kind of detail! Just make sure you bring us home." Said Esdeath, finally getting up.
Suddenly, the room felt a cold spell as frost began to cover the windows.
"But if it is not done soon, I may be very annoyed in the next few minutes! Therefore, I couldn't guarantee the safety of the people of this world, as well as yours. ''
Seeing her freeze the ground around her, shouted Lady Bow.
'' Hey, what are you doing in my mansion, bit ... ? "
She didn't even have time to finish her sentence because Esdeath was gone. Now being behind the ghost, Esdeath had drawn her saber. Lady Bow's body could still be touched and she was not used to leaving someone alive after being insulted by a bitch. She was going to kill her to show Merlon that she was serious.
However, a sword managed to block her weapon in extremis, right in front of the ghost's neck.
'' What ? " Called Lady Bow, turning around.
Having anticipated Esdeath's reaction, Tatsumi had managed to block her attack in time. However, his new sword, much less solid than Incursion, was now cracked at the point of impact and threatened to break into pieces. Esdeath had struck so hard that the boy's arms had trembled. Yet, displaying only courage in his gaze, he claimed.
'' I'll let you kill no one. ''
'' Oh? " Said Esdeath, finding a semblance of a smile.
Stepping back, she applauds Tatsumi's feat.
"Few people are able to block one of my attacks! You really are more and more worthy of being my husband. ''
"Grrr! How did you dare? " Roar Lady Bow. " Do you want me to kill you or what? ''
'' Tsss. " Said Esdeath. " You are unable to see the gap between us! You're just a ghostly being who just has a big mouth! You don't deserve someone strong like Tatsumi! In fact, you don't even deserve to live. ''
Seeing Esdeath take a step towards her, Lady Bow felt some discomfort and hurried to go untouchable. Grinning cruelly when she saw, Esdeath wanted to know.
'' Oh? Do you feel fear? Let's see if your ghostly body is as invulnerable as that. ''
However, placing his sword in front of her, Tatsumi stopped her. Barely glancing at the weapon, Esdeath wanted to know.
'' What are you doing, Tatsumi? ''
'' I already told you, I didn't let you kill anyone. " Affirmed the boy. " Not even a ghost. ''
At that moment, before he could see, Esdeath's fist hit his belly violently. Widening his eyes, the boy fell to his knees on the ground before vomiting. He had the impression that the commander had just punctured his abdomen.
" Tatsumi, my darling! It would be time for me to start educating you properly! I command and you obey. "
" In ... In your dreams. " Roared the man, getting to his feet. " You deem me worthy to serve you? I find you unworthy of being my boss. "
" Repeats that. " Esdeath exclaimed, as she began to cool the room down.
" Everyone calm down. " Ordered Merlon. " Do you think it's time to kill each other ? I don't understand your connection, however, you will need yourself and your comrades to be able to return home. "
"Our comrades ? Oh yeah, Wave and Bols are still in that damn forest." Tatsumi said, realizing now that his comrades were surely lost.
" Lady Bow, can you do something about this problem? " Wanted to know Merlon.
" I don't see why I will help this woman's comrades. " Roared Lady Bow. " She can go die. "
" Lady Bow, please. " Cried Tatsumi. " I understand your anger! However, Bols and Wave are not like this woman! I know I don't have the right to ask you, but can I count on your help to help them? "
Staring at Tatsumi, Lady Bow didn't know what to say, while she was enraged with Esdeath, as well as wanting to help Tatsumi. Finally, finding it best to send Esdeath away, she called.
"Oh, Bootler. ''
An old ghost with a mustache suddenly appears in front of her.
"Did you call, ma'am? " Bootler asked.
"Yes ! My Tatsumi's friends are lost in the forest, would you bring them here ? " Lady Bow asked.
"Sure, ma'am. I'll be right back." Bootler said before when he left.
Looking at Esdeath next, Lady Bow cried out.
" When your friends are there, you will leave my home. "
" I didn't intend to stay longer here. " Esdeath retorted. " But I confess that you are very lucky to be a ghost! Even if I decided to control this world, I couldn't kill you. "
Suddenly chuckling, Lady Bow scoffed.
" Control this world? You dream ! Never could an idiot like you defeat Mario or Bowser. "
" Mario ? ... Bowser ? " Tatsumi repeated, remembering their discussion with Peach.
"Are these guys that strong ?"
The boos suddenly came with a pile of food on a large plate.
" Here is the food. " Lady Bow announced. " Tatsumi, don't hesitate to serve yourself. "
" Uh ... Peach already bought me a meal. "
However, seeing the crestfallen face of the ghost, the boy found it reasonable to grab a slice of bread to please her.
Finding her smile again, Lady Bow positioned herself behind Tatsumi again and wrapped her arms around his neck.
" You are such a sweet and cute boy. "
" Eurk. " Tatsumi said, almost choking on his bread. " Cute, me ? "
" Grrr ! " Esdeath growled, beside the duo.
"God, please help me."
Meanwhile...
"And that's how I managed to convince Kije to marry me after insisting for a few weeks! I then became the happiest man in the world. " Bols said.
Walking beside him, Wave was still trying to get out of the forest. Nevertheless, trying to clear his mind, Bols had started to talk a little about his life.
"Um, Bols… I wouldn't want to be vulgar but… couldn't you be compared to a stalker?"
" Why ? I insisted on Kije in a gentle way! I didn't force her like the general is doing with Tatsumi. "
" Do you realize she's at fault? So why are you helping her?"
"Just think about it! If Esdeath-sama continues to force Tatsumi violently and our friend persists in refusing, our general may end up getting angry! She might hit him hard or even kill him! So I try to give her advice so that she can coax Tatsumi the same way I do with Kije. "
"I'm not sure she understands the concept ! Poor Tatsumi."
'' And you, Wave? Are you interested in someone? "
" No, unhappy. " The boy sighed. " I have never been very good with girls. "
" Yet, you have a beautiful physique. "
" It is true ? "
" No idea ! Stylish told me. "
Starting to sulk, having the bad idea of imagining himself in bed with the doctor, Wave felt his body shake.
" Let's stop this discussion! I don't really like to talk about my relationships with the opposite sex. "
" Without wanting to offend you, that doesn't surprise me, Wave-kun. "
" What do you mean ? "
" Even if we have only known each other for a few weeks, it was easy for me to see your biggest flaw! Just like Tatsumi, you lack self-confidence. "
" What ? What are you talking about ? I am much less shy than you. "
" Being shy does not necessarily mean not having confidence in yourself! What I'm trying to tell you, Wave, is that I have often noticed that you are afraid to do things that might make you look ridiculous to others! It's like with girls! you're afraid to go to her and give them a lead, for fear of making a fool of yourself. "
" I'm not afraid to talk to girls. " Wave retorted. " I'm just trying to find the girl I like! Now let's change the conversation and try to get out of this forest. "
Looking at the map, he cried out.
" We only walked in a straight line! Normally, we should leave this damn forest soon. "
Suddenly stopping, Bols asserted.
" I think that's not going to happen. "
" What ? "
Pointing at a tree, Bols pointed to a strange mark that was seen in the bark.
" Is it not the tree that was pierced by your teigu earlier? "
" What? It's impossible ! I was convinced that we did not turn around. "
At that moment, strange noises were heard.
Turning around, the two men saw trees move and make disappear the path they had taken to come here.
Remaining silent for a few seconds, Bols finished asking.
" I dream or the trees move so as to get lost we in this forest ? "
" Baddy trees. " Cried Wave. " Do you like to ridicule us? "
Immediately, a tree moved its branches and used them to slap Wave's face. Feeling humiliated, the soldier roared.
" Bols ! Set those trees on fire. "
" If I do that, I'll set the whole forest on fire and we'll end up burnt. "
" RAAAAAAAHHHH ! " Wave roared, ripping at the map. " What's the point of getting that damn card back? now we have to wait until Run comes here flying to save us. "
Suddenly the boy turned to his comrade and was surprised to see a figure behind Bols.
"Bols, there is something behind you. "
Then, recognizing the ghostly shape, the two men aimed their weapons at the Boo who walked towards the duo. However, confident of his immunity to their attacks, the ghost bowed slightly before saying.
"Hello, sirs ! My name is Bootler. "
"What do you want? " Wave wanted to know, grabbing his teigu. " We have no more maps to steal."
"Forgive me for interrupting your weird conversation, but I believe a young man with a sword and a scary blue-haired woman was looking for you." Bootler said.
"The general and Tatsumi ? We are saved. " Wave exclaimed.
"Why do you decide to help us ? " Bols wanted to know. " Did the general manage to control you?"
"Not really! But I help you, to prevent our mansion from being completely frozen ! Your friend tends to get annoyed every time Lady Bow declares her love for Tatsumi."
" Her what ? " Wave wondered.
" You see, Wave, that there are advantages to being single. " Bols remarked, wondering how bad Tatsumi was in a situation.
"Sir. Over here, please." Bootler said as he started heading for the straight line.
Meanwhile...Back in Peach's Castle...
"Oh, so you guys are from another world and only wanted to know how to get back to your planet?" Luigi asked, who was now informed about the situation the Jaegers were in.
"Yeah, we are waiting for our friends to come back from visiting Merlon from the Forever forest." Seryu said.
" I'm sorry for calling you pirates and attacking you. "
" Don't worry. " Assured Run. " All you have to do is protect Princess Peach! Your heroism is to be congratulated, Luigi-san. "
Hearing this, the man in green chuckled a little, while rubbing the back of his head. Being seated on his floating cube, Stylish asked him.
" If my memory is good, Peach-san we mentioned you! Apparently you are the brother of a great hero! It's Mirio, isn't it? "
" Mario ! " Luigi retorted. " And yes, I am his little brother. "
Then looking at Seryu who was holding Koro in her arms, he apologized to her.
" Sorry to have hit your dog! I hope he is not blessed. "
" Don't worry! Even if his head was cut off, Koro would still be able to kill criminals for justice. "
" What ? "
" Let me introduce ourselves. " Run proposed, showing off a big smile. " We are members of the elite group of Jaegers! I am Run! The person to my left is Seryu! And despite his appearance, her dog, Koro, is a weapon! When at the man with the blouse, it's Stylish! In our world, our group was tasked with fighting a group of criminals who threatened the safety of the people of our country. "
" Oh ? I understand. " Cried Luigi. " That's why you act like soldiers! Nevertheless, why are you talking about murders? "
" Hum? What do you mean? " Seryu asked.
" Since our first battle against Bowser, Mario has always repeated the same sentence to me! A hero must never stoop to killing his adversary! Because a person who enjoys killing his enemies is not a hero ... he is simply a murderer. "
Hearing it, Seryu lost her smile, while asserting.
" A true hero could never say this kind of speech! In order for a world to know peace, we must kill all the wicked! That is justice! If you pretend otherwise, you are not a hero. "
" Seryu ! " Run cried, to stop her from continuing.
Immediately, Peach retorted.
"Luigi has done some heroic deeds as well ! He saved Mario from the dreaded King Boo."
Luigi then blushed.
"Aww, that was a long time ago, It was nothing really." Luigi said. " Nevertheless, and without wanting to insult you, I find it barbaric to kill people! Even if they are mean!
Looking at Run and Stylish, he wanted to know.
" You also think the same as your friend? "
" I am not applying Seryu absolute justice." Asserted Run. " Nevertheless, Luigi-san, I'm sorry to tell you that there are people who have committed crimes and who don't deserve forgiveness. "
Thinking of a man dressed as a clown, Run couldn't hide anger in his eyes once as he spoke.
" For my part, I declare that we must destroy all forms of threat. " Stylish said, running his hand through his hair. " After all, isn't it the duty of a soldier to eradicate evil in order to save the population? "
" Saving the population is the role of a hero. " Luigi approved. " But killing bad guys ... that's nothing to behave like a hero. "
Staring at Seryu and Stylish, he cried out.
" It's just a way to become another villain. "
" WHAT ? " Cried Seryu.
Back to Tatsumi and Esdeath ...
Being hidden behind a large dresser, several boos huddled together, while being in the company of Merlon and Tatsumi.
" Even if I am a ghost, I am afraid of dying. "
" Me too ! This is the first time that I see Lady Bow in this state! I have the impression that she could kill us only with the help of her gaze. "
" Hey, human! Do something to calm your wife."
" This is not my wife. " Tatsumi retorted, as scared as they were.
Taking the courage to poke his head out of hiding, Merlon observed Esdeath who was sitting quietly at a small table, drinking tea. In front of her, Lady Bow did the same.
Seeing the situation, anyone would have thought that the two women had decided to make peace. However, this don't was the case.
" You say MY Tatsumi deserves to be your husband? " Esdeath asked, smiling broadly. " Reassure me, why would he choose to become the husband of a ghost who has nothing feminine except her ribbon? "
" Tsss! You just dare to tell me that because you are nothing but a cow with big boobs! Considering your mentality, I am convinced that you are still a virgin! Poor darling, I bet men run away from you. "
" In the meantime, with MY Tatsumi, I always have the opportunity to be able to have a child with him. "
" HAHAHA! Want you to be a mother ? You are incapable of loving or knowing the meaning of the word "motherly love"! You are so cold that you can kill your child, just for fun. "
Suddenly looking annoyed, Esdeath created an ice spear which she sent at Lady Bow. Letting her body become untouchable, the ghost felt the attack pass through her. Then, showing large shark teeth, she opened her huge mouth and pretended to bite Esdeath's head. Immediately, Esdeath's saber slammed into Lady Bow's teeth, as Esdeath pushed her away, all the while starting to freeze the dining room.
" We are gonna die. " Called a Boo.
" Run for your life. "
Seeing the ghosts cross the walls to flee, Tatsumi and Merlon prepared to escape discreetly. Nevertheless, they saw Bootler about to come in with Wave and Bols.
"Ma'am, I … "
The ghost stopped at seeing the dining room, completely frozen, as Esdeath creates a block of ice, which she used to crush Lady Bow. Flattened against the ground, the ghost let her body cross the floor, before appearing behind Esdeath.
Attempting to attack her by surprise, Lady Bow held a large club in her hand which she aimed at the general's head. For her part, having sensed the presence of the ghost on her back, Esdeath had turned and pointed her sword at her face.
" General? " Wave wondered.
" Lady Bow? " Said Bootler.
Suddenly stopping, the two women glared at the duo.
" WHAT ? "
" What is happening here ? " wanted to know Bols.
" Bols! Wave! Come and hide. " Tatsumi cried, gesturing for them to come join him.
" La ... Lady Bow, I came with the friends of our "guests". " Bootler asserted.
" Hum? " Esdeath wondered, finally seeming to recognize the faces of her subordinates. " Wave? Bols? Don't tell me you weren't able to leave this forest on your own? "
" General, it really isn't our fault. " Wave asserted. " The trees in this forest are alive and wanted to play with us by leading us astray. "
" Tsss! Pathetic! In the end, you really need me to take you back. "
"We're dead." The two men thought, knowing how difficult Esdeath's training will become for them.
Then, looking around, Bols was able to hide his surprise, seeing the boos who lived in the mansion.
" Decidedly, this world has not finished surprising me. "
" As soon as I find a store, I buy myself a camera. " Wave asserted. " There is even a green ghost! He is huge. "
" Who is " huge ", asshole ? " Lady Bow roared, putting her face in front of Wave. " Can't you see I'm a beautiful woman? Do you want me to kill you? "
" I'm sorry, madam. "
" You are surely the famous Jaegers. " Remarked Merlon, coming out of his hiding place.
" Hum? " Bols wondered. " You are merlon, aren't you ? "
" Indeed ! Nice to meet you ! I was just talking about the Master Door and Master Hand to your friends. "
" Master what? " Wave wondered. " Wait, do you really know how we got into this world? And you know how we can get home? "
" Huh ... to tell you the truth … "
"PIRATES, GET OUT HERE." Said an unknown voice.
"Um?" Tatsumi wondered, noticing that the voice was coming from outside.
"Pirates? " Wave repeated. " Do you think he's talking about us? How does he know us? "
" There is only one way to find out. " Esdeath growled.
Still enraged over Lady Bow, the General walked outward. She didn't matter who the person calling her was ... but if he wanted to fight, Esdeath was going to take pleasure in slaughtering him.
However, as soon as they were outside, Esdeath and the Jaegers saw no one around Lady Bow's mansion.
Knowing full well that it looked like a trap, Wave grabbed Grand Chariot.
"Hey, show yourself ! Coward !"
As if to answer him, noises coming from tiny wheels could be heard through the forest.
"Something is happening." Tatsumi said as he and the Jaegers started to see something come their way.
What has appeared in front of the Jaegers is none other than Bowser ... or at least he looks like him. It was a poorly made wooden robot version of him. Instead of legs, it has tiny wheels that could barely move due to the weight. His arms could only go up and down. As soon as the wooden robot version of Bowser stops moving, carbon dioxide comes out of its rear. As the robot opened its mouth, you could see a megaphone almost popping out.
"GWA..HA..HA..HA..HA! THIS IS ME, THE BIG KOOPA KING, BOWSER AND I AM HERE TO DESTROY THE PIRATES." Said Wooden Bowser in a robotic voice.
Standing still, none of the Jaegers moved. Tatsumi and Wave felt a drop of sweat appear on the back of their head, as they wondered if it was a joke. For his part, Bols was frightened. Not because of the robot, but because of Esdeath. The general had enough.
Since she had been in this world, she had only met weak or annoying people. The arrival of this pitiful machine was the last straw.
"Enough! It's time for me to show you what real power is. "
"Wait, General. " Wave pleaded. " These guys must be Bowser's men, the guy who's having fun kidnapping Peach! We should capture them alive for ... ''
"I don't care about that guy." Esdeath roared. " As for this stupid and pathetic machine, I will destroy it in two seconds! I just needed to relax by killing people. ''
"STUPID AND PATHETIC MACHINE? DON'T UNDERESTATE ME ! " The robot shouts, only with a different voice.
"Hey Green, shut up ! They are going to find out." The robot said again with another voice.
"If Bowser is as stupid as his soldiers we will have no trouble defeating him." Bols remarked.
"Anyway, I doubt he is powerful enough to defeat Esdeath. " Tatsumi remarked. " Especially she seems to be very angry. "
'' Exactly, can you tell us what happened during our abscense ? " Wave asked.
" Nothing. " Tatsumi lied. " I don't even want to talk about it. "
" I WILL KILL YOU. " Roared the robot, advancing towards Esdeath.
Immediately, huge ice stalagmites came out of the ground and pierced it, causing several explosions inside the machine.
" AHHHHHHH! The gas tank has just exploded. "
" MY ARM ! My Arm has been pierced. "
" What just happened ? "
"WHERE IS THE EXIT IN THIS THING !? " The robot Bowser yelled with different voices.
Four koopas then came out of robot Bowser before it burned to ashes.
Holding an injured arm, Red winced in pain, while staring at Esdeath angrily.
" You will pay me for it, bitch. "
"Oh, Bowser just threw up four pathetic turtles?" Esdeath said mockingly, pretending to be surprised. " Even though there are four of you, I wonder if you are powerful enough to touch me. "
Lady Bow then recognized the four Koopas who faced Esdeath.
"Don't underestimate them silly! They are the Koopas Bros! Even though they are completely stupid, they are formidable opponents once they attack as a team! Many times they managed to give Mario a lot of trouble. "
"Hey! Don't call we stupid." Red said before giving Lady Bow a bad look.
"Wait, I know you. You were with Mario back when he defeated Bowser, when he had the Star Staff." Said Yellow, pointing to Lady Bow. " You and your Boos are just cowards who betrayed Bowser. ''
"Hmph! When are you going to find out that working with a loser will make you more pathetic than you already are ? " Lady Bow asked, not really caring.
"Shut up ! We're much stronger than the last time you saw us because we're none other than the amazing Koopa Bros." Green said before he and his brothers let go of the thumbs.
Far from being impressed, Esdeath suddenly cried out.
" Tatsumi! Wave! Bols! Each of us is going to fight one of these guys. "
" What ? "
" Nevertheless, prohibition to use your teigus! And behind thing, very important ... "
Showing a terrifying look, she roared.
" If one of you loses against these guys, I promise to tie him up and abandon him in the middle of this forest and forbid anyone to help him. "
Immediately, the three men swallowed their saliva, knowing full well that she was serious.
