FieLover: Ok, that last part that Fie said made me go ultra UwU. Nice to see some good ol' ReanXFie moments again~. And it was definitely a hectic night for Relon. I feel a bit bad, but not really lol.

Typing it, I couldn't help myself XD. Relon's famous for his bad luck so he had it coming lol. He should be used to it by now.

Speedkarate: Poor Relon just can't catch a break.

Musse that was shocker! Well I am just happy with chapter good job.

Nope. Not now and certainly won't in the future. And I'm glad she was! Musse is gonna play a vital role in the fanfic for many reasons. Some more obvious than others.

Shinn: FINALLY 200K words! Yaaasssssss

Andrew: Congrats, Shinn-sama!

Shinn: Arigatou~.

Andrew: So now that you've hit 200k, what's next for your Cold Steel story (BSFB)?

Shinn: Now, I can announce plans for the story.

Andrew: Oh? Go on then.

Shinn: 300,000.

Andrew: What about it?

Shinn: Once I have over 300k words, I'm officially taking a break from this story.

Andrew: Well... It was bound to happen at some point.

Shinn: Yep. I wanna keep going but I also want to get back to getting past 100k for my Love Live (LLR) fic and I need to get back to the My Hero (AD) one.

Andrew: Any idea when you'll be back?

Shinn: Once I get to a good and well-deserved stopping point in AD, I'll either come back to it right away or after my Pokémon Fanfic (TU).

Andrew: Odds of you writing a chapter every now and then?

Shinn: Slim but not impossible.

Andrew: There's hope!

Shinn: Yeah, yeah, yeah. BSFB is my third story but the amount of reviews and feedback is unlike anything I've read before and I truly love that about this story. About those that read. They give feedback to the point I can expect one every chapter which is super special awesome.

Andrew: And you don't want to stop writing because of it.

Shinn: Yeah. If no one reads my stories, I'm honestly okay with that. I write my stories not because I want people to read them. I write them because I have ideas in my head that I want to get out there. My ideas are random. Often that and even cringey. Yet, people seem to like my stories and even leave a review so to all of you, I am beyond grateful.

Andrew: Well, we still got a good way to go.

Shinn: Yup yup. So let's get to the story.

A/N: Also, I've stated this before but I'll say again. If anyone has any interesting ideas for this fic, by all means lemme know through review or pm me. I'm always open to ideas and who knows, it could be something I'm already planning, haha. And thank you all for the support with this story.

"Be prepared for anything, Laura." Claire warns.

"You needn't tell me. Judging from everything Relon has told me about her including our meeting, I can tell Musse is clearly cunning."

"You two are thinking way too hard about this." Relon sighs. "And can you two please give me some space?" He whines in a low voice blushing from the physical contact both are giving in the form of holding his arms.

"Relon, this is Musse we're talking about. You know better than I do that she has something up her sleeve." Claire explains.

"Considering she tackled you to the ground ready to bear her carnal desires, I don't trust her for a sliver of a moment." Laura speaks eyeing the girl ahead.

"But still..." He mutters, heat rising to his cheeks for him to focus away from their touch. "Is being up against me really neccessary?"

"Hehe. You seem quite uncomfortable, Instructor. You didn't seem as fazed when I was atop you." Musse mentions peering over her shoulder with a smirk for both women to narrow their eyes.

"That was only because I was caught off-guard!" Relon protests.

"It's okay to deny your adoration of me in front on them. They wouldn't understand~."

"Musse, you aren't helping!"

"Teehee, here we are." Her sudden comment making Relon raise back up to see the four in front of one of the rooms within the girl's dorm. "By the way, Elise is further down if you'd like to see her."

"As much as I'd like to, we're kind of in a hurry."

"Understandable." She responds pulling out a key before opening the door.

Feeling the two's grip lighten, Relon steps forward now fully out of their grasp into Musse's room.

SLAM!

"Huh?" Turning around, he sees Musse having closed the door locking it shut.

"I knew it!" Claire says having barely reacted into time slamming her hands against the door. "Musse, open the door now!"

"Stand back, I'll break it down!"

"Uh, uh, uh. It would be wise not to make such a commotion, you two~. We wouldn't want anyone to report to the guards or any of the staff, now would we?"

"Tch. Damn it, Musse." Claire mutters crossing her arms with a huff.

"Relon, hurry it up or we're breaking in. Aftermath be damned!" Laura calls.

"I know, jeez." He shakes his head looking to a smiling Musse.

"Right this way, Instructor~." Musse purrs walking past him.

Glancing around, he notes of the similar bedroom size as his own albeit higher-leveled structure-wise. In it, a desk, a bed, a kimono and tea set, a door leading to what is most likely the bathroom, and true to his theory; orbal cameras next to the bed showing video of all over Heimdallr.

I knew it.

Watching her open the door to reveal it indeed to be the bathroom, she motions him over.

"Musse, I'm not falling for that one."

"But I keep my orbal cameras under the sink, see?" True to her words, she squats down opening a cabinet to indeed reveal orbal cameras.

"Huh. Okay then." Walking over, he's handed said camera.

"I must say, Instructor, I'm surprised you didn't think I'd try something like lock us in here."

"Well that's because I knew you wouldn't." He answers earning the greenette's interest. "I mean you said so yourself, I do know you best." He smiles resting a hand atop her head rubbing it. "Thanks, Musse. I owe you one."

Speechless, Musse composes herself to let out a giggle moving forward and hugging to boy resting her head against his chest.

"Uh, Musse?"

As soon as she did it, she backs away leaving Relon with a confused look.

"You mustn't worry about owing me anything. Being alone with you is more than enough." She smiles.

"Then what was that for?"

"Just my thanks." Her smiles lessens as her eyes avert downwards. "I'm just thankful to have a wonderful Instructor like you in my life." She looks to him with a more sincere look now.

"Musse..." Closing his eyes for a moment, he opens them placing down the camera to her confusion.

"Instructor?" Ignoring her, he walks over taking a seat on her bed patting spot next to him. "What are you-"

"I can spare a few more minutes as can the girls." He interrupts, his eyes locked on Musse. "So, tell me about it Musse."

Once again at a loss for words, she fully turns to him. Her demeanor serious.

"Why?"

"Simple. I feel now is as good a time as ever. I doubt we'll get many chances like this so... Musse, will you tell me about what it is that makes you Musse Egret?" He asks, the girl's body lightening for a small smile to come back.

"You really are kind, Instructor." She smiles walking over and sitting next to him leaning her head on him. "But that will have to wait. My tendencies may have a short backstory but Musse Egret could take some time."

"Haha, I figured."

"How about this. In exchange for giving you the orbal device, you have to make free time for me. Deal?"

"Are you asking me on a date?"

"No. Considering your relationship with Major Claire, I wouldn't call it such. It'll simply be a day we and the others can enjoy without the major." She sighs standing up for Relon to open his mouth only to close it.

"Heh, let me guess. You just know me that well?"

"Teehee, you know it. I'm happy for you though sad that my chance was taken but resolute in my tenacity to continue in winning your heart."

"... You're not mad?"

"Why would I be?" She lifts her head to look at him. "You chose her from your heart. It was simply a match that I lost. I have no regrets although..."

"Hm?"

"Ms. Arseid seems to be oblivious to your relationship from what I can tell though you two seem close as well..."

"Childhood friend who's overprotective at times. As for whether she likes me or not, I can't tell. Though with all the lessons I learned from my aunt and you, it shouldn't be too hard to tell when a woman likes me."

"Hehe. I'm glad I could be of service although I don't mind giving you some other services, instructor~." She smiles seductively.

"Haha, all of that will be taken care of at the next one-on-one tutoring session that will hopefully happen never." He deadpans.

"Say what you will, Instructor. I still await the day that happens~."

"What am I going to do with you?" He shakes his head standing up.

"What can you do I wonder~."

"I swear, you can't just let the moment be. You just have to add some kind of innuendo."

"Teehee, is that a crime?"

"Nope. And even if it was, I'd overrule it." He says smiling to the girl.

"Huh? Why is that?"

"Because that what makes you you, Musse. And I wouldn't do anything to change you otherwise."

"Ah...! Once again, my heart is left aflutter. You've gotten even smoother since our last meeting." Musse mentions with a seductive look.

"Have I? I'm just saying whatever comes out my mouth and from the heart." He shrugs with a grin. "But seriously, thanks for everything again Musse. I'll definitely let you and the others know when I'm free."

"I look forward to it."

Turning around, he picks up the orbal device.

"Instructor, you're forgetting something."

"Huh? What-"

He's interrupted as he feels a pair of arms hug his turning body. A soft touch of skin connecting with his cheek for a moment before detaching. Blinking with his cheeks completely flushed, his eyes resume their turn to see Musse sitting down waving with a wink.

"It's only right to give you a proper sendoff~. That'll just be our little secret~." She says placing a finger in front of her lips.

"M-M-Musse...!" He stutters to take a deep breathe to compose himself. "Goodnight, Musse." He mutters.

"Sleep well, Relon. I pray to Aidios that I dream plenty of you. I love the new look by the way~."

"I knew you were going to say that." He shakes his head opening the door, Laura and Claire leaning against the wall from him to hurry to his face taking sight of a waving Musse before he closes the door. "Let's go." He says walking past the two and down the hall.

Exchanging a glance, both hurry afterwards.

I swear. I should have seen that coming knowing Musse.

I would have assumed your reflexes would have dodged her kiss of affection with ease.

Look, I lowered my guard because of the mood and all. First rule when dealing with Musse. Never let down your guard.

Reaching the vehicle, Claire opens the trunk for Relon to place the remaining unit in with the rest.

"So, care to tell us what went on in there?" Claire comments at his side.

"Had a bonding moment. That's all." He shrugs. "Both as friends and as instructor and student."

"You've certainly given in to that title. I remember you mentioning how much you disliked it." Laura comments on his other side.

"It's like Alfin and the others said, it fits."

"Hmm..." Both women look to him as Relon gets in the car.

"Come on, let's go. It's the middle of the night. I would like some sleep." He calls.

Exchanging another look, both give in hopping inside and driving off. Relon laying in the backseat looking out the window.

Laura, Alfin, Musse, and Claire...

Four females who care for you deeply. You are in a relationship with Claire. Then there is your sister complex with Alfin. You have your childhood friend Laura. And finally, the young girl who openly expresses her affection with the name Musse.

My lover, my sister, my childhood friend, and... whatever Musse is.

I believe the Wandering Beast mentioned a female like her as a 'side-chick.'

I'm pretty sure Musse isn't that. Mistress is a better word... I think. But still...

You feel as though you have hit a wall.

I've yearned for Claire for three years and now that I have her, I'm beyond happy. It's just... I didn't expect to become so involved with other girls so quickly. At least not feel like I am so involved. Hearing what Claire and Laura were saying on the way to Heimdallr, I can't help but feel like I'm not living up to my role as her significant other.

Although you know it cannot be helped.

Which is exactly why we both feel the way we do. But still, I've been focusing so much on my path of getting stronger, I haven't been able to focus on the romantic path I have with Claire. I've been soo cooped up at Thors, I haven't even taken her on a proper date.

You mustn't confuse such a trivial matter.

What are talking about? How is my love life trivial?

I am not referring to your love life directly. More so how you're comparing of it to your life's purpose. Your goal since we first met was to become strong, no?

Yeah?

That is what the Wandering Beast described as the 'big picture.' Your romantic affairs simply falls within this path. They are not two diverging roads but rather one single road with multiple meanings. Have you forgotten what the Wandering Beast mentioned when he told you of his past? How he never wanted to find love?

How could... Relon's eyes widen at the thought. Ever since becoming a Namikaze, he's had the Kizunas and the Namikazes at his back. That was his source of strength to become strong. He never wanted love not because it would hinder him but because he already had it in the form of Aunt Cecily and everyone...!

It seems you have grasped the answer. Quick as always.

"Yeah... Thanks Nameless." He mutters just loud enough to gain the girl's attention from their own conversation.

"Relon?" Claire says to widen as he opening the door jumping out.

Looking through the rearview mirror and Laura the window, both see a red light far behind them as it rushes close. Reaching them for a split second, their eyes catch Relon. His face showing what one could describe as a renewed conviction. With that passing second, he blitzes off leaving behind a red streak.

"It seems he's feeling better." Claire says easing herself.

"Yes. I too am relieved." Laura smiles.

"Now, I don't know about you but I'm feeling a little up for a race." Claire grins revving her engine.

"We mustn't fall behind. Onward!" Laura shouts pointing to the red light.

Hitting it, the car reaches new speed. Hearing the loud motor, Relon glances behind to see them.

It seems they too have had their spirits lifted. One of the many quirks of romance according to the Weapon Collector; when a lover's interest has their spirits lift, so too are theirs.

Yeah, it seems I have a lot to learn still. But one thing I am a master of is racing!

With a strong step, he takes off with the girls close on his tail.

Celdic

"Nice try you two, you almost had it at the end there." He chuckles, the three just out the inn.

"To think you would call on Pippin. That was quite the surprise." Laura says crestfallen.

"Haha, you guys were getting too close and I didn't want either of you getting caught in another blast had I released more of my heat."

"Still, it was a valiant effort for what we were up against..." Laura says stifling a yawn.

"True, I believe we did well but it seems like someone is finally tired." Claire chuckles.

"Laura, get some rest. We both know you're not a night person."

"But-"

"No buts. It's obvious you were pushing yourself after we started shopping in Heimdallr. You. Bed. You know I worry when you're not at 100%. I'll be in bed as soon as we place these cameras so you don't have to worry."

Giving a look of confliction, she sees Claire nod for the swordswoman to relent.

"V-Very well. " She sighs giving another yawn. "I shall see you both in the morning. Pleasant dreams."

"Sleep well, Laura."

"Get some shut eye. Tomorrow is coming hard and fast."

"You needn't tell me." She smiles covering her mouth for a third yawn to come.

Waving, she heads inside leaving the secret couple.

"Let's get going."

"Right."

Driving over to the park, it doesn't take long in setting them up in the ten locations.

"Phew, that's the last one." Relon says standing on a floating Pippin high in the canopy. "All set!" He calls, Claire checking her orbal device to see the connection.

"We're good!"

Nodding, they float back down, Claire hopping on holding tight to Relon.

"Finally got that taken care of." He sighs in relief, Pippin taking off into the sky.

"It is quite relieving." She smiles to look to the starry night sky. "It reminds me of our first night together."

Glancing up, he chuckles.

"Yeah, it sure does. It also reminds me of the first of many odd questions you would ask." He laugh.

"W-What are talking about?!"

"Are you always warm?" He impersonates the woman for a blush to form.

"That sounds nothing like me! Mr. You better watch out or you'll get burned!"

"Hey! For starters, that sounds nothing like me and that catchphrase is amazing!"

"My point exactly! Leave it to you to come up with a pun on heat." She laughs.

"What else am I to say?! I first used that again the Radiant Blademaster! I'm not changing something like that!"

"I'm not saying you should!" She giggles. "It fits your personality." She informs, the two landing at the car and driving off.

"My personality?" She nods.

"Something along the lines of watch yourself or you'll get burned."

"The first part is like a warning of sorts. You're not one for violence but you'll resort to it if the need arises which almost always does with you." She laughs to get an annoyed look from Relon quickly conforming herself. "And the latter shows that you're willing to go to great lengths to protect what you hold dear."

"... Huh. When you put it like that, I haven't really thought about it." He says looking at nowhere in particular slightly mindblown.

"They say it is easier to understand someone else than for that person to understand themselves."

"That certainly sounds true given our topic at hand. You've really read into me. Not just figuratively but literally too."

"Do you think that is a bad thing?"

"... No. Not in the slightest." He smiles.

"Good, it's kind of the job of being your lover to understand you." She says, both getting out of the vehicle.

"You and your romance novels." He chuckles.

"You read them too! And, are you judging me?" She smirks placing her hands on her hips.

"I would never... again."

"I thought so- Wait, again?!"

"Gigantic."

"Ah, fair point." She gives in to eye the boy.

Relon with his back to the orphanage and Claire the inn. Giving her a knowing smirk, Claire can only chuckle grabbing a bag from the car before walking grasping Relon's hand. The two walking hand-in-hand into the orphanage. Before long, they reach his room.

"I'm glad I dropped my stuff off here and not the inn." He says stretching, Pippin floating over to a corner of the bedroom resting. "See you in the morning, buddy." Pippin gives a rattle in response.

"You still don't seem tired considering the time."

"You know I'm used to staying up late. I should be saying that to you though."

"Work tends to keep me up late if not throughout the night so I am used to this also."

"Hmm..." He eyes the woman setting down her belongings.

"Yes, I've been sleeping well. I promise."

"You better." He mutters earning a smile from the woman.

Reaching in his bag, Relon takes out his nightwear to pause.

"Crap."

"What's wrong?"

"I didn't think about changing." He nervously chuckles. "I'll just head to the next room over."

"Why do that? You can change in here, you know?" Claire mentions tilting her head.

"I mean, I just figured that since... you know..." He averts his head sporting a blush.

Chuckling, Claire walks over gaining his attention to stop behind Relon wrapping her arms around his abdomen and resting her chin in the crook of his neck.

"You don't have to worry about that."

"But..."

"If it makes you feel better, we can face each other with our backs." She mentions poking her head out so their faces are visible to the other.

"Y-Yeah, that works."

Smiling sweetly, she gives him a peck on the cheek.

"Been wanting to do that all day." She comments walking away.

... No comment?

No comment. He blushes harder as they change, Relon putting all of his focus away from the temptation of simply turning around.

"Ready when you are." Claire calls.

"All done here too."

Turning around, Relon raises an eyebrow at her attire. A matching pajama set of black and red stripes. Relon with a red t-shirt and solid black shorts.

"You like?"

"Well you already know the answer to that but why the color change?"

"Felt like trying your inverse colors."

"Inverse? Oh I get it. You like blue and white while I'm a red and black fan." He chuckles. "But I like it. It looks good on you." He takes a seat on the bed with Claire walking to him.

"Thank you. I happen to see it in a store and it just screamed your name." She says sitting next to him resting her head on his shoulder.

"Now I wish I had it." He chuckles.

"Oh?"

"N-Not in that kind of way, I swear!"

"Haha, you get so flustered when it comes to that. I know what you mean so you don't have to explain yourself."

"You have a point." He eases himself.

"Although..."

"Hm?"

Moving her head so her lips are close to his ear, she whispers.

(If you want these, you just have to take them off of me.)

Words cannot describe what the flaming protagonist feels in the moment. His eyes bucking wide, the sensation of his heart beating in acceleration, his cheeks beyond what one could confirm to be a red mess. In short, he was done.

Leaning away from the broken machine-like male, Claire gives a chuckle.

"It seems I one-upped you again."

"Y-Y-You... That..." He blurts out for his words to die out at the knowing smirk Claire gives him. "Damn it." Relon mutters in defeat.

"Looks like I broke you again as well." She gives a chuckle walking over to her belongings and plugging in her device to charge.

"You were serious, weren't you...?" He mutters still recovering for an agreeing hum to come from the woman. "Sorry."

"Don't be. I'm just letting you know what boundaries I'm okay with." She responds walking back and standing over him.

"Heck of a way to tell me. I wonder where that came from. I doubt those romance novels..."

"Hehe, I'll admit, Musse got to me."

"So you took it out on me? The guy who never does anything wrong?!" He exclaims jokingly.

"Because I knew you could take it... for the most part." She looks away.

"Clairrrrrrre!" He gently pounds on her stomach like a child to her amusement.

He stops to let out a soft chuckle resting his head forward, the woman caressing his hair.

"I don't think I mentioned this but I like the bangs."

"Thanks. Everyone's liked it so far. Now I'm curious on what Mi- I mean dad and Alfin will say."

"Finally calling the Wandering Beast dad is more difficult, isn't it?"

"Only because I've been calling him Mister for the last, oh I don't know, 17 years of my life." He chuckles again looking up at the woman.

"Give it time."

"I know. I know." He answers, his eyes lost deep in her own.

That hot pink coloration he's become so fond of makes his mind go blank. The same can be said for Claire. A moment of silence comes, the couple seeming to read the other's thoughts as Claire lowers herself now straddling Relon with her arms around his neck, their faces mere centimeters away.

(I missed you.)

(I missed you too.)

Closing the distance, their lips connect. Neither pushing for more simply satisfied with the current affection. Claire continuing to caress his scruffy hair and Relon's arms snake to the woman's smooth skin that is her back. A warmth radiating from his touch to her liking.

Separating for breath, both go back for more. Claire gently pushing Relon onto his back as she presses herself down.

All I can do is steel heart and do whatever I can do.

Rolling over, he gazes lovingly at the officer.

For when the time comes tomorrow, anything can happen.

Reconnecting lips, his hands reach hers intertwining in a firm grip. Neither refusing to let go.

Elsewhere

"Lord Barbatos, the archaisms have been loaded and we are ready for departure when you are."

"Be on standby. I'll be there shortly." The short man says.

"Yes, sir!" The grunt salutes.

Watching the man board the aircraft, he turns to his five students.

"If there is anything you wish to say, do it now."

"Please be careful, master." Po bows.

"We shall await your return. We pray for success on your mission." Tigress bows along with the rest.

"Thank you." With that, no more words are said as Shifu walks away, cane in hand towards his ship where Cabrakan and Demeter await.

"It's still frustrating." Po sighs, the five lifting up as they watch their father and master walk away.

"We're simply too weak still." Monkey says, the truth hurting more than he expected.

"All we can do now is wait for Master Shifu to complete his mission." Crane notes.

"In the meantime, we need to resume our training for when he returns." Tigress notes already leaving.

"Yeah... She's right, you guys. Come on." Mantis calls following after her with the others.

That expression Lord Barbatos made... Po thinks to himself watching said Leaguient walking towards Cabrakan and Demeter. Made it really seem like he wasn't coming back.

"Po, come on!" Monkey calls.

"Coming!" Glancing one last time as if instilling the image of his master, Po slowly turns rushing after his team.

"Well, well, well. Once again we get to be on the same ride together." The large man chuckles punching his open palm.

"Please don't start anything before takeoff or I'll use a spell to shut that mouth and hold you still for the rest of the ride." Demeter groans.

"I have no intention of dealing with any taunts." Barbatos notes walking past the two and onto ramp leading into the aircraft, both higher-ups looking to him with a mild look of surprise before following after.

"My, you seem quite serious unlike usual." Demeter notes, the three settling down in the ship's small lounge.

Barbatos and Demeter at a table with Cabrakan sitting on a nearby couch.

"Don't tell me. It's because our lord gave you a direct order unlike one of his guards, isn't it?"

"Naw. That's too simple." Cabrakan gives a grin leaning over resting an elbow on his knee, his eyes focusing on the short man seated next to him. "Ain't that right?" At his question, Barbatos gives a momentary glance at the colossal Leaguient before averting his gaze. "I knew it." Cabrakan sits back up resting his arms to both sides of him. "You're worried about them kids of yours. Question is; why?" He gives a smug grin.

"In all the years of dealing with each other, I'm not the least bit surprised you saw through me so easily." Barbatos speaks up.

"I'm not." Demeter intervenes. "With how much you two dolts are at each other's necks, literally speaking, it makes sense to me. Although, what exactly has you worried?"

"Nothing. I simply am preparing my mind for what is to come."

"Well, it must be something for your whole attitude to be so different from usual. You can try to hide it but even I can see that much." She mentions resting her hands on top of the other before placing her chin on them peering at Barbatos. "I may have only been working with you two for these last three years but I must say that I've picked on at least a few habits."

"Ha! I can say the same about you, Demeter!" Cabrakan laughs.

"Watch it, rockhead. I won't hesitate to send you to that place again."

"Whoaaaa there. Let's not get ahead of ourselves." He raises a hand in defense.

"Then shut it. Look, this mission is the first for Senate as a whole. You do your part, we extract you, mission accomplished."

"It is easier said than done as you both know." Shifu says looking to the woman for her eyes to narrow slightly.

"You're worried about that boy, aren't you?"

"It would be wise to not underestimate that boy. As you stated, if left unattended to, he'll become a potent force against Senate. And unlike either of you, I've already clashed with that Lucinance once."

"So what? Are you saying he has a chance of defeating you?"

"Come on, Barbatos. You think that pipsqueak can take you down? You heard what the elite said. He's a hybrid. He only has fire from one arm. Aside from that sword of his, he ain't got nothing on any of us."

"It is only a possibility. Just like it is a possibility that we may encounter the Wandering Beast." At the legendary mention, both widen slightly with Cabrakan slowly smirking.

"Now that has my blood getting pumped! Imagine fighting an opponent like that!" Cabrakan stands with a crazed expression.

"You know we'll be in the airspace watching so should that happen, we'll either come assist you or beam you out before anything can happen." Demeter notes.

"What?! Come on, you don't want to fight the Wandering Beast?!"

"Use that tiny brain of yours. Lord Sephiroth specifically said that we were free to engage anyone we so chose except one. Did you forget which one that was?"

"Tch. I can take him." Cabrakan crosses his arms falling onto the couch.

"No you can't." Demeter retorts. "If our Lord believes even Leaguient #1 or all of his elites together are incapable of defeating such a man, what makes you think you can. Oh wait, you aren't thinking like I suggested!"

"Get real! All we have to do is hold him off and you send him to that place like you did me last time we fought!"

"You really think it's that simple?" She questions in bewilderment.

"Of course! We have a martial artist, a ex-witch, and me; the tank."

"Regardless. We'll cross that road if we get to it." Barbatos notes pulling out his mace. "Whatever happens, this mission must succeed. Not just for us or for Senate. But for the world."

In silence, both simply nod. Before long, they're in the air.

"Next stop..." Demeter notes looking at the moon as they fly above the clouds.

"Celdic." Barbatos finishes.

A/N: Has anyone heard Pieck's english dub from AOT's final season?! That voice is angelic omg! Got me wanting to write a AOT fanfic with her in it, goddamnnnnnn!