On the fourth day, Myra opens the door slightly ajar. When she knows Velery is either asleep or gone, she open it fully. Her mouth can't help but twist into a smile. Velery is something, but every time she looks at the designs she'll brood over them for days. Now, she have to wear them, some burden she is carrying. 'Myra? What are you doing here?'. Velery take off her hat and muffler. The weather at the place have becomes a little extraordinary these past few days. Especially when snow descend into the ground, apart from Ray no one knows about June's condition.
'Your dresses. They are stunning. Forgive me, you should have been a designer now if it weren't..', Myra couldn't continue, her mouth quiver ever time she remembers about that moment. Velery let out a sigh, her eyes are half lidded, she weren't expecting Myra to be sentimental now of all time. 'Myra I have told you a thousand times before.. It weren't your fault I got drag into this magic shenanigans. It was all a misunderstanding on both our parts.'
'But if it weren't for my fault', having enough of Myra excuses, Velery grab both Myra's arm pushing the girl to face her. 'Myra, stop beating around the bushes. I know you are not concern about this kind of things; it worries you the least. Now tell me what the heck is occupying your mind right now. I have three more designs to get too and I can't stand nonsense at this very hour. Zeille is enough but with you getting on my nerves that's just too much', Velery face redden by the minute.
'I'm sorry. It's just that I feel unworthy to wear such beautiful clothes after what I had done to you', Velery couldn't help but stifle a laugh. Myra becomes flustered to see Velery's reaction. 'Hey I was being serious here. I mean a hybrid like me being on stage where the whole wide world can see. I don't think it's such a good idea.I'm a demon after all'.
'Are you still brooding about what happens at the cafe, that you are so defiant over this fashion show? Ironic, you were the first ones to get excited in the first place that you literally barge in when I was changing'. Myra blushed at the memory, she is certainly hyper, that morning. 'Plus, it's in my hand who to choose as my model. Apart from that, you are one of my core ones, it will be an apocalypse if you back out now. You wouldn't do that to me now would you?'.
Myra ponders for a while, 'I guess. I'll do my best!', Velery jumps up. She tackle the silver hair girl to the ground with squeals and laughter booming through the petite room. Whilst the two girls are having a good time, there is one more that's feeling a bit crestfallen about the attack. June caress her bandaged throat, she have waited for four days in hope that her voice will come back within the fashion show time but it seems fruitless when she couldn't even muffle a single sound.
She was on the verge of tears yet again but she blink it away when Ash sit right next to her.Guilt written clearly on his face. 'I'm sorry. Even though I have said it many times before but I want to say it again.' June anxiously was her hand from side to side, she didn't want Ash to feel bad. 'June you are a sweetheart you know that. Until your voice is back I will not be at ease'. June try her best to consult the boy but who is she kidding, she feel bad about her throat too. If only Layla weren't such an apple to Ash's eyes this wouldn't have happen. Realizing what she had said, June shakes her head frantically. I can't have these awful thoughts now!!! Even so , June is a human and a human will always does that. It's just she's a darling and never want to even cross that line.
'Hey, we are having a picnic under the tree this afternoon, same place Myra took us five days ago', Ash sounded some what happy when the plans were lay out on him but to June it's just dreadful. She is re-entering the exact place where she didn't even confess her love but was plainly rejected. With all the love left in this world, she beg Myra to left her at the lodge to fend for herself but the stubborn barmaid can never listen to anyone's thought when her mind is made up. June staggers her way up stairs to ready herself with her winter clothes, she walk past Ray but no words were exchange since she can barely talk. Ray per over his shoulder, he is sadden to see June so depress but the awkward situation he and June was put in a few days ago is still fresh in his mind. He just don't have the gut to confront her now, maybe later.
The gang wait patiently for June, she was the last one since it's pretty hard to put on a shirt without wincing every few seconds. After a delay o half and hour, June comes down. Even though she wear her clothes casually, she still looks cute. Half the boy were awe stricken when she pass by. 'June dear, wanna sit here?', Layla ask. June eagerly shakes her head, this time Myra keep the end of her deal. Since they rent a van, Myra arrange the seats to be boys up front and girls at behind. No more scheming for her, at least until the fashion show is over.
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'Alright! Everyone! Serve out your lunches we will be having fun', Everyone look baffled to hear Myra's instruction but not long when she brought out a few skating equipment.
'Nice going Myra! This does look fun', Zeirra cheered, she stuff a sandwich into her mouth before snatching a pair of skating shoes and slide her way on the thick slick ice. Not long after, every one were having fun except for Velery who is too busy sketching on her pad and June who just really aren't in the mood for some fun. 'Hey squirt, that's enough. I told you too relax', he snatched the book from Velery grasps.
'You don't get it! I have June's and Layla's clothes to make and I didn't get the designs down just yet! And we need to finish them quick!', she wail while jumping around Zeille in hope to grab back her book, but she was too petite to even reach his shoulders.
'It will come to you eventually. Now, you just need to relax and have some fun', he grin.
'It's not a spur of the moment thing Zeille', she pout.
'Oh really', Zeille turn to June with a menacing eyes. June sweat dropped. What ever Zeille have in mind she wouldn't be able to back out. Zeille is very persuasive when it comes down to this.
'Hey , June you have a bit of a talent when Ice-skating do you not. Now if you would kindly show her your moves I can guarantee that she will get ideas bombarding into her mind at any seconds now.'June tries her best to kindly deny the gesture but Zeille persuasive attitude is driving her to the edge. Must she bear such persuasiveness alone. 'Hey, June. If I play the violin for you, would you dance?', Layla ask. Now her sister is in to this which makes it more difficult to deny. Finally after fighting with herself for quite sometimes she agree.
Layla unzip her shoes and hand them to June but she shakes her head, instead she touch the soles of her boots and a beautiful pair of ice skates appear. She opens her palms slightly and a beautiful violin appear. 'You want me to use this', June shakes her head immediately.
'What do you mean you' don't have too if you don't wanna, sis'. Of course I'll use it', June face redden when she hears Layla words. The two girls position themselves, June have a cool and determine face whilst Layla have a serene and calming face. When Layla, start playing their friends are awe stricken by both performances. Layla makes the music notes seems as if talking and singing.
June on the other hand, she dance like there's no hindrance in front of her that will stop her graceful gliding. Apart from that, June is dancing as if she is in the midst of a battle but still keep her composure of an ice skating. The part that caught their attention was when Layla start to pick up the pace. June glide across from the other end of the lake like a wind, she them jump and twirl gracefully. In the middle of he twirl she made it looks like as if she was kicking and enemy's butt resulting a gust of slicing wind appear out of nowhere. At least three adult tress were cut down beautifully as the effect of June's attack.
Only when Layla's song ended June return to reality. She sheepishly scratch the back of her head and fork her tongue. Velery jump form her spot to tackle the dancing girl down on the ice. 'Gosh! Both of you are amazing! Now I can't figure out both of your outfit. May work is finally done'.
As night befall them, the gang head home tired and sleepy excluding the boys and Zeirra. Myra just happens to stuck her nose where it doesn't belongs too. Zeirra leads the boys towards their living room after the rest of the girls are in a deep slumber including the kids.
'What have you guys found out about our newest attacker?', Ray throw a piece of paper into the table in between them.
'It's queer to begin with. We are aware about the kids being attack for the core powers they are carrying but for what purpose. That's our question'. Ash butts in when he place a book with a weird carving on the cover.
'The content of this book is ancient and ageless. I can't seem to decipher most of them. The part I can was about four souls combined into one. On top of that there's a symbol that represent a certain kingdom, Do you know the kingdom that bears a pink rose and a dragon symbol?'.
Zeirra opens her mouth to say something when an unknown voice beat her to it. 'It was the kingdom of Floweria', the person said. Myra step down from the ladder, her face serious than ever. 'Tch! Why does all of the calamity that happens seems to be connected with the Floweria kingdom?', Zeirra hiss.
'That kingdom has a wide range of allies including the phoenix. They were their strongest allies. But because of the destruction that occurs in that kingdom, they broke ties with them. Since then, Floweria kingdom stand aloof without any friends but many foes. Because of that, sole reason the kingdom stands no more. I believe there's only one person in this continent that knows very well about the history of that kingdom.'
Myra brought out her phone, she speed dial someone: the was a long ring before the caller on the other side picks up. 'Yeah?'.
'We need you pronto. Bring along some manuscript about the bonds between the Floweria kingdom and the phoenix kingdom. Also, told her that I say hi', after that Myra cut the line. 'She'll be here a day after the whole show thingy. For now, we need to re-strategize our plans. They are going to sniff out this place one way or another.'
'Are you trying to go against the plan which you have set up a few days ago?', Max didn't quiet see the logic in Myra's idea.
'Precisely', Myra simply says. She hates slow takers and she hates to rambles on and on about everything.
'This is just a hunch but I presume you want to use one of the children as a bait to lure out our enemy then bam, we hit them with out full force', Myra nods her head when Ash completely understands her way.
'It's pretty risky don't you think dear Myra', don't get him wrong . Mirai loves the match maker dearly but the plan seems a bit absurd.
'I'm gambling here. We hardly collect enough information about our enemies current whereabouts let alone their aim. If we can get our hands on one of their lackeys, we can squeeze some outta them.And those freaks will only shows up when the kids are around. I'm willing to take a risk. In our current condition we can hardly move to square two'.
Her friends chatters a bit, their face are anxious and wary. The plan is risky. The chance to succeed is against odds but it seems the only reasonable one.
'We can't engage into battle now can we?', Ray seems eager to fight.
'Nope. Challenging them now will only leads to more problems. I got a better one, which I will tell you when I figure it out maybe tomorrow morning. So let's get some shut eye everyone', Myra cheer, she let out a big yawn before kicking everyone into their respective bedrooms. That night, not even a single of them could sleep, they are wondering what the match maker is up too. From the very beginning they never anticipated such happenings will befall them. Zeirra sigh, she take her umpteenth glance at her clock. It's already three in the morning and she did feel the slightest drowsiness. Slowly, she push the duvet on her bed, she ties her hair.
Zeirra pull a strand of her hair to her side. Her long fingers brush through her pinkish mane. In the early days before the whole shenanigan with Ryan, her hair is short but when Mirai interfere she have a little sense to grow back her hair to the way it use too. Am I going back to who I really am? Truth to be told, it's true Mirai was her savior when she was in a pinch all those years ago but there's more to the gruesome story. A story of why she hates her hair to grow longer. Zeirra raise her head, she absent-mindlessly trudge her way to the kitchen. With a painful face she pulls open the refrigerator. She was about to snatch a cola when a hand out of nowhere grab it in her stead. 'Can't sleep?', The person ask.
Zeirra eyes widen, but it wavers after that, 'You should have accepted what had happen. We can do nothing about it now', Mirai state matter of factly.
'I have accepted what happen. I acknowledge the sins I have done. What's more do you want me to do Mirai?'.
Mirai shook his shoulders, 'I don't know. Maybe, put down that cool facade of yours. Zeirra; I seriously thought you have forgotten that tragedy. I thought when you let your hair flows to the moonlight like you use too it was all over. Have I been deceived yet again?'.
'I don't know. Have you?'. Mirai chuckle, he trash his head and crane his neck towards her. A smile decorates his face. 'This sure brings back memories doesn't it', he says after a few moments of silence.
'You were once the chosen ones weren't you Zeirra. The ones like those children, as if I wouldn't know', Zeirra bit her bottom lip. She didn't have the slightest idea why was she rooted to the ground listening to those horrible truth. 'It's good then, but sadly, I left the business years ago'.
'You still have the stone don't you? I suggest. Why don't you train those children on how to properly use it. Princess', Mirai tap Zeirra's shoulders lightly before making his way towards his room. The heck! He took my drink! But that night, Zeirra can finally sleep after the burden on her shoulder have disappear. Nevertheless, the nightmares still awaits her.
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(The day of the performances)
'So Zeirra, are you sure leaving the boys with the kids is a good plans?', Layla question. She, June and Velery couldn't help but feel slightly infuriated when they were inform at the eleventh hour. Zeirra, rub the bridge of her nose, she dust her kimono a little before making her way towards the runway. 'We just have to pray for the best. Put some faith in them. Furthermore, they are more capable of handling those monsters than us', she smile slightly before stepping into the stage.
'Huh, I don't know whether she is cool or just plain air head. She did know the show isn't going to start for another four hour right?', Myra sheepishly state.
'Just let her be, she will come around after a few warming up session or so. In the meantime let's prepare for our show... so wanna construct some plans before we start?', Velery chimed. Her idea is then supported with cheers from the group of girls.
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'It seems they have just started the show', Zeille put down his phone. He sure can be casual after receiving a call from a girl who is hardly blood related to him. Ray open his mouth to start a conversation related to that topic when Zeille raise his hand and gives him off a glare to clam up. 'It's just business professionalism. No romance needed. Furthermore, I think she has her eyes set on some one already', Zeille solemnly state.
'My oh my Zeille, do I hear a sad voice in the end?', Mirai cooed.
'Can it Casanova. Like I say, all the flirting that I had done is merely a simple act. Don't get your butt fusing over something so foolish'. Mirai is already tries to gnaw out Zeille's arms if not for the restriction he receives from Max. 'So, still hitting on June I guess', Mirai cooed. After hearing the assault Zeille spit all the tea he had drink with a flushed face.
'Damn you are cold. Using Velery to forget about June.' Mirai little mischievous attitude had to perk up and start a little brawl. Let's just say it ended pretty quickly when Max's snap.The kids could only chuckle ever so slightly, they have known the fact that one of them will be use as a bait. Yet, they couldn't decide who to choose despite all the determination they had gain. Ash being a sensitive dude, somehow manage to sniff out the problem. He rub Hono's head with a smile he says 'You guys don't have to do it you know. We could have Uncle Ray here takes your place. I wouldn't mind even if he got blown to pieces'.
Hono is stunned, he couldn't say a word, this is a double edge sword. If one of them is caught, there will be less chance for them to live but if they manage to capture even one of the lackeys it can't be assure that they will crack up. But, he have his resolves now 'Tch! That no good of an uncle wouldn't do it. I'll be the bait. I'm the leader after all'. Ash couldn't help but smile proudly, he might not have the best attitude to be a parent but he likes it when he could at least inspire others.
'Oi! Charcoal brain. Since when you are our leader?', Raila retorts.
'What did you say pit breath! If I weren't all of you babies wouldn't have come crying to me for advice and to give intel!', Burn huff slightly.
'Cut him some slack Raila. He deserve to be a leader once. Even an airhead like him can lead once in a while you know. Once a hundred years that is', Lake simply said before heavenly munching his fries.
'What the heck! Were you complimenting me or insulting me! Which is it, chose!', Hono shout. His hand is clearly burning their table down.
'You are an air head that's for sure and it's not even worth debating', to prove his sentence right the rest of their friends nods their head. Hono have a slight inferiority before Lake continues with his sentence 'But, by any means necessary, you are one heck of a leader. I believe we work better under your commands and your judgement are highly on the spots. Your selflessness persuade others to works under you, your honesty makes them trust you with all their heart. All in all, I couldn't think anyone could replace you as our leader. Plus, it's a one time chance to mock your leader as a dummy with a clown Afro', Lake smirk. He can clearly remembers the like truth or dare they have a few days ago.
Hono is about to burst into one of his raging modes again but he hold it in. A leader should show professionalism after all. 'And by the bay charcoal head, don't go acting like a pro or something. It doesn't suit your mindless brain', Metal reluctantly retort.
'One time you are praising me another you are mocking me! What's wrong with you bipolar people! What did I do to deserve this', Hono breaks down. Well, he might have just over exaggerate, about the bipolar thing. But none of them minded nor did they try to cause a ruckus. For even a child knows the fear of dropping dead to the ground. Ash let out a slow uneven breath, these children have a real certain way to forget about the danger that lies ahead. But he, for once Ash greatest weakness is to accept the thing that have been happening around him.
Every time he tries to put a closer on that, it will come back to him. Haunting him down like a hungry predator. That's also the main reason why he could never forgot the face of the woman who claims his heart. Ash has a good facade of keeping his feelings at bay but frankly speaking he have been bottling them for such a long time one of his friends is bound to found out one way or another.
'Hey, are you sure we should put this good for nothing fire brain into the play?'. Ray seems to have his doubt raise.
'What is it this time water pants?! Now doubting my skill as a true mage?', Ash sneered.
With ease, Ray push aside the comment. He didn't feel slightly aroused to fight, counting his face is serious. 'That's not the point. It's clearly you have a lot on your mind. I doubt you can keep your mind focus through out this operation. If you are more than willing, I'll take you place'.
'No way-', Ray raise his hand to hush him, and for the first time Ash obliged without any snappy comments. 'I will not take no for an answer. If it frighten you than much then you should have rely on others you know. I know I'm your rival but if you need support then I'll gladly give it to you. We are guild mates after all', Ray says with the most straightest face ever. Ray might be a rival to Ash but he has known him long enough to know when his dear friends is in need of help.
'Sheesh, at least create a better face will you', Ash commented. Ray snorted, the rest of the three guys show the two of them an engrossed face. 'Cut the bro-mance will you'.
'What bro-mance?!', they shout in unison.
'Let's put that behind us please. So the target is changing huh? Let me rethink about his. So in stead of the 'father' is Ray whilst in stead of the child is 'Hono', am I correct?', both of the persons mention nod their head.
'Both of you are aware, that any unnecessary interference might cause fatalities right.' That is one line where any human wouldn't want to hear.
'Tch! I'll do my best. Even death is the end of me, I'll do it all the way through', Ray calmly says. True, Ray is sometimes a weird awkward person to handle his feelings let alone others but he is someone who is willing to do his best at anything he do. Guess who thought him that?.
'Let me go over the plan again. At midnight the show will start so the roads will literally be abandon. Don't worry about the men. The girls has set some drugs on each of the homes so none of them will be involved. When the clock dings both of you will go to the field at the back of this town, the rest of us will spread across those pin points so no one will sniff us out. In the mean time, make it look like you two are having fun. I believe that will not be a problem yes?'.
Both of them nods. Raila tap he pocket warily,should I give it to him or not? She was pondering for quite sometimes that she didn't realize her name being call several times by Hono. 'Why are you looking so space out? Hurry it up! We are heading out soon. Clear out your stuff please', before Hono could proceed. Raila tug his arm causing him to edge to her, in a swift move she kiss his cheek while puts something into his pocket. Hono flushed crimson red, he mouth twitched uncontrollably.
'That's for good luck. Don't expect anything more anytime soon', she smile warmly. Hono is totally paralyzed, so paralyzed it took Max to guide him out of the cafe. Max gaze dawns upon the child. Hmm, if Myra is here, she would be overjoyed. 'Hono, are you ready for a life threatening mission?'.
Max's question hit Hono straight in the face. His mouth twisted into a frown and the tension doubled around his area.'I have lay down my lives onto this path the minute I grab those orbs. I have seen countless death been handed to me in a sliver platter this little plan would not faze me the slightest. Furthermore, I'm a leader. I have people looking up to me, I need to show them the path into tomorrow. After all, that's the duty of a leader right!', Hono flash Max a toothy grin before running his way towards Ray.
Those two are the worst mismatched pair but opposites attracts right. Max turn around, the gigantic arena is clearly seen protrude among the little towns. I wonder how's the girl holding up?. Not only this plan is crazy but switching them at the eleventh hour, Myra certainly have her weird quirks up her sleeve.
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'Are you sure, this is the best way to ace up this competition Myra?', the girls are hurdled up to converse about their next moves of attack. Velery have design them each clothes specifically according to their talents, she also tell them before hand about thinking of an act to increase their chances of wining. Just when they have the perks of their conversation a monster barge in.
'Why did any of you tell me about the stage?!', Zeirra state out of breath.
'Well, we could poop the party no would you?'. Velery smirk.
'So? How's the warming up for you?'. Myra state with a vicious smile.
'Well, if you count out the pervert men who is constructing the stage then it would be perfect! Oh! count out the guys of those other guild which I beat up because they are picking up a fight. Now let me tell you this, they doesn't have the slightest talent of designing plus their voices are just terrible. I think we can do this with ease'.
'Now,now, don't you go puffing your chest out to everyone because the outcome isn't put out yet. It's too soon to tell whether we are winning or not. There's a possible chance that the tables might turn', June advice.
'There you go again in your niceness. It's a shame your voice is okay for today. If not, you wouldn't have to do a double gig with me today', Layla joked. But behind all that she meant something.
'Let's the show begin. I can only hoped the boys are alright with this sudden change of plans'. All the girls nods their head, they are certainly didn't expect for the worse. It's can be fatal or humiliating but the mages with face all of them head on.
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'Master, those brats have started a move. What will be your response?'. The woman licks her lip, was there nothing her goons can do without her telling them everything. 'I want you to get Grace in her. Tell her this is assassination time. It's time we put her good charm for a use.'
After her goon had left, the girl in command move closer to the desk in front of her. She is currently sitting on an iced chair with a small table and a chess broad in front of her. The opponents chess toys seems to be moving on their own at a random place that is. This chess board is different, using the maps of the entire city, she have seen through their plans even before they start commencing. 'Are you ready for a fight of your life. Myra?', she took of of the pieces and crush it to the ground.
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'Grace, you have been summon for a work', the guard says. The tall violet girl snap her head around. 'Oh? it's about time', she put down her swords and trudge her way to the main control room. Now, I can show you the true power of a fallen warrior, guardians.
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She was on the verge of tears yet again but she blink it away when Ash sit right next to her.Guilt written clearly on his face. 'I'm sorry. Even though I have said it many times before but I want to say it again.' June anxiously was her hand from side to side, she didn't want Ash to feel bad. 'June you are a sweetheart you know that. Until your voice is back I will not be at ease'. June try her best to consult the boy but who is she kidding, she feel bad about her throat too. If only Layla weren't such an apple to Ash's eyes this wouldn't have happen. Realizing what she had said, June shakes her head frantically. I can't have these awful thoughts now!!! Even so , June is a human and a human will always does that. It's just she's a darling and never want to even cross that line.
'Hey, we are having a picnic under the tree this afternoon, same place Myra took us five days ago', Ash sounded some what happy when the plans were lay out on him but to June it's just dreadful. She is re-entering the exact place where she didn't even confess her love but was plainly rejected. With all the love left in this world, she beg Myra to left her at the lodge to fend for herself but the stubborn barmaid can never listen to anyone's thought when her mind is made up. June staggers her way up stairs to ready herself with her winter clothes, she walk past Ray but no words were exchange since she can barely talk. Ray per over his shoulder, he is sadden to see June so depress but the awkward situation he and June was put in a few days ago is still fresh in his mind. He just don't have the gut to confront her now, maybe later.
The gang wait patiently for June, she was the last one since it's pretty hard to put on a shirt without wincing every few seconds. After a delay o half and hour, June comes down. Even though she wear her clothes casually, she still looks cute. Half the boy were awe stricken when she pass by. 'June dear, wanna sit here?', Layla ask. June eagerly shakes her head, this time Myra keep the end of her deal. Since they rent a van, Myra arrange the seats to be boys up front and girls at behind. No more scheming for her, at least until the fashion show is over.
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'Alright! Everyone! Serve out your lunches we will be having fun', Everyone look baffled to hear Myra's instruction but not long when she brought out a few skating equipment.
'Nice going Myra! This does look fun', Zeirra cheered, she stuff a sandwich into her mouth before snatching a pair of skating shoes and slide her way on the thick slick ice. Not long after, every one were having fun except for Velery who is too busy sketching on her pad and June who just really aren't in the mood for some fun. 'Hey squirt, that's enough. I told you too relax', he snatched the book from Velery grasps.
'You don't get it! I have June's and Layla's clothes to make and I didn't get the designs down just yet! And we need to finish them quick!', she wail while jumping around Zeille in hope to grab back her book, but she was too petite to even reach his shoulders.
'It will come to you eventually. Now, you just need to relax and have some fun', he grin.
'It's not a spur of the moment thing Zeille', she pout.
'Oh really', Zeille turn to June with a menacing eyes. June sweat dropped. What ever Zeille have in mind she wouldn't be able to back out. Zeille is very persuasive when it comes down to this.
'Hey , June you have a bit of a talent when Ice-skating do you not. Now if you would kindly show her your moves I can guarantee that she will get ideas bombarding into her mind at any seconds now.'June tries her best to kindly deny the gesture but Zeille persuasive attitude is driving her to the edge. Must she bear such persuasiveness alone. 'Hey, June. If I play the violin for you, would you dance?', Layla ask. Now her sister is in to this which makes it more difficult to deny. Finally after fighting with herself for quite sometimes she agree.
Layla unzip her shoes and hand them to June but she shakes her head, instead she touch the soles of her boots and a beautiful pair of ice skates appear. She opens her palms slightly and a beautiful violin appear. 'You want me to use this', June shakes her head immediately.
'What do you mean you' don't have too if you don't wanna, sis'. Of course I'll use it', June face redden when she hears Layla words. The two girls position themselves, June have a cool and determine face whilst Layla have a serene and calming face. When Layla, start playing their friends are awe stricken by both performances. Layla makes the music notes seems as if talking and singing.
June on the other hand, she dance like there's no hindrance in front of her that will stop her graceful gliding. Apart from that, June is dancing as if she is in the midst of a battle but still keep her composure of an ice skating. The part that caught their attention was when Layla start to pick up the pace. June glide across from the other end of the lake like a wind, she them jump and twirl gracefully. In the middle of he twirl she made it looks like as if she was kicking and enemy's butt resulting a gust of slicing wind appear out of nowhere. At least three adult tress were cut down beautifully as the effect of June's attack.
Only when Layla's song ended June return to reality. She sheepishly scratch the back of her head and fork her tongue. Velery jump form her spot to tackle the dancing girl down on the ice. 'Gosh! Both of you are amazing! Now I can't figure out both of your outfit. May work is finally done'.
As night befall them, the gang head home tired and sleepy excluding the boys and Zeirra. Myra just happens to stuck her nose where it doesn't belongs too. Zeirra leads the boys towards their living room after the rest of the girls are in a deep slumber including the kids.
'What have you guys found out about our newest attacker?', Ray throw a piece of paper into the table in between them.
'It's queer to begin with. We are aware about the kids being attack for the core powers they are carrying but for what purpose. That's our question'. Ash butts in when he place a book with a weird carving on the cover.
'The content of this book is ancient and ageless. I can't seem to decipher most of them. The part I can was about four souls combined into one. On top of that there's a symbol that represent a certain kingdom, Do you know the kingdom that bears a pink rose and a dragon symbol?'.
Zeirra opens her mouth to say something when an unknown voice beat her to it. 'It was the kingdom of Floweria', the person said. Myra step down from the ladder, her face serious than ever. 'Tch! Why does all of the calamity that happens seems to be connected with the Floweria kingdom?', Zeirra hiss.
'That kingdom has a wide range of allies including the phoenix. They were their strongest allies. But because of the destruction that occurs in that kingdom, they broke ties with them. Since then, Floweria kingdom stand aloof without any friends but many foes. Because of that, sole reason the kingdom stands no more. I believe there's only one person in this continent that knows very well about the history of that kingdom.'
Myra brought out her phone, she speed dial someone: the was a long ring before the caller on the other side picks up. 'Yeah?'.
'We need you pronto. Bring along some manuscript about the bonds between the Floweria kingdom and the phoenix kingdom. Also, told her that I say hi', after that Myra cut the line. 'She'll be here a day after the whole show thingy. For now, we need to re-strategize our plans. They are going to sniff out this place one way or another.'
'Are you trying to go against the plan which you have set up a few days ago?', Max didn't quiet see the logic in Myra's idea.
'Precisely', Myra simply says. She hates slow takers and she hates to rambles on and on about everything.
'This is just a hunch but I presume you want to use one of the children as a bait to lure out our enemy then bam, we hit them with out full force', Myra nods her head when Ash completely understands her way.
'It's pretty risky don't you think dear Myra', don't get him wrong . Mirai loves the match maker dearly but the plan seems a bit absurd.
'I'm gambling here. We hardly collect enough information about our enemies current whereabouts let alone their aim. If we can get our hands on one of their lackeys, we can squeeze some outta them.And those freaks will only shows up when the kids are around. I'm willing to take a risk. In our current condition we can hardly move to square two'.
Her friends chatters a bit, their face are anxious and wary. The plan is risky. The chance to succeed is against odds but it seems the only reasonable one.
'We can't engage into battle now can we?', Ray seems eager to fight.
'Nope. Challenging them now will only leads to more problems. I got a better one, which I will tell you when I figure it out maybe tomorrow morning. So let's get some shut eye everyone', Myra cheer, she let out a big yawn before kicking everyone into their respective bedrooms. That night, not even a single of them could sleep, they are wondering what the match maker is up too. From the very beginning they never anticipated such happenings will befall them. Zeirra sigh, she take her umpteenth glance at her clock. It's already three in the morning and she did feel the slightest drowsiness. Slowly, she push the duvet on her bed, she ties her hair.
Zeirra pull a strand of her hair to her side. Her long fingers brush through her pinkish mane. In the early days before the whole shenanigan with Ryan, her hair is short but when Mirai interfere she have a little sense to grow back her hair to the way it use too. Am I going back to who I really am? Truth to be told, it's true Mirai was her savior when she was in a pinch all those years ago but there's more to the gruesome story. A story of why she hates her hair to grow longer. Zeirra raise her head, she absent-mindlessly trudge her way to the kitchen. With a painful face she pulls open the refrigerator. She was about to snatch a cola when a hand out of nowhere grab it in her stead. 'Can't sleep?', The person ask.
Zeirra eyes widen, but it wavers after that, 'You should have accepted what had happen. We can do nothing about it now', Mirai state matter of factly.
'I have accepted what happen. I acknowledge the sins I have done. What's more do you want me to do Mirai?'.
Mirai shook his shoulders, 'I don't know. Maybe, put down that cool facade of yours. Zeirra; I seriously thought you have forgotten that tragedy. I thought when you let your hair flows to the moonlight like you use too it was all over. Have I been deceived yet again?'.
'I don't know. Have you?'. Mirai chuckle, he trash his head and crane his neck towards her. A smile decorates his face. 'This sure brings back memories doesn't it', he says after a few moments of silence.
'You were once the chosen ones weren't you Zeirra. The ones like those children, as if I wouldn't know', Zeirra bit her bottom lip. She didn't have the slightest idea why was she rooted to the ground listening to those horrible truth. 'It's good then, but sadly, I left the business years ago'.
'You still have the stone don't you? I suggest. Why don't you train those children on how to properly use it. Princess', Mirai tap Zeirra's shoulders lightly before making his way towards his room. The heck! He took my drink! But that night, Zeirra can finally sleep after the burden on her shoulder have disappear. Nevertheless, the nightmares still awaits her.
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(The day of the performances)
'So Zeirra, are you sure leaving the boys with the kids is a good plans?', Layla question. She, June and Velery couldn't help but feel slightly infuriated when they were inform at the eleventh hour. Zeirra, rub the bridge of her nose, she dust her kimono a little before making her way towards the runway. 'We just have to pray for the best. Put some faith in them. Furthermore, they are more capable of handling those monsters than us', she smile slightly before stepping into the stage.
'Huh, I don't know whether she is cool or just plain air head. She did know the show isn't going to start for another four hour right?', Myra sheepishly state.
'Just let her be, she will come around after a few warming up session or so. In the meantime let's prepare for our show... so wanna construct some plans before we start?', Velery chimed. Her idea is then supported with cheers from the group of girls.
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'It seems they have just started the show', Zeille put down his phone. He sure can be casual after receiving a call from a girl who is hardly blood related to him. Ray open his mouth to start a conversation related to that topic when Zeille raise his hand and gives him off a glare to clam up. 'It's just business professionalism. No romance needed. Furthermore, I think she has her eyes set on some one already', Zeille solemnly state.
'My oh my Zeille, do I hear a sad voice in the end?', Mirai cooed.
'Can it Casanova. Like I say, all the flirting that I had done is merely a simple act. Don't get your butt fusing over something so foolish'. Mirai is already tries to gnaw out Zeille's arms if not for the restriction he receives from Max. 'So, still hitting on June I guess', Mirai cooed. After hearing the assault Zeille spit all the tea he had drink with a flushed face.
'Damn you are cold. Using Velery to forget about June.' Mirai little mischievous attitude had to perk up and start a little brawl. Let's just say it ended pretty quickly when Max's snap.The kids could only chuckle ever so slightly, they have known the fact that one of them will be use as a bait. Yet, they couldn't decide who to choose despite all the determination they had gain. Ash being a sensitive dude, somehow manage to sniff out the problem. He rub Hono's head with a smile he says 'You guys don't have to do it you know. We could have Uncle Ray here takes your place. I wouldn't mind even if he got blown to pieces'.
Hono is stunned, he couldn't say a word, this is a double edge sword. If one of them is caught, there will be less chance for them to live but if they manage to capture even one of the lackeys it can't be assure that they will crack up. But, he have his resolves now 'Tch! That no good of an uncle wouldn't do it. I'll be the bait. I'm the leader after all'. Ash couldn't help but smile proudly, he might not have the best attitude to be a parent but he likes it when he could at least inspire others.
'Oi! Charcoal brain. Since when you are our leader?', Raila retorts.
'What did you say pit breath! If I weren't all of you babies wouldn't have come crying to me for advice and to give intel!', Burn huff slightly.
'Cut him some slack Raila. He deserve to be a leader once. Even an airhead like him can lead once in a while you know. Once a hundred years that is', Lake simply said before heavenly munching his fries.
'What the heck! Were you complimenting me or insulting me! Which is it, chose!', Hono shout. His hand is clearly burning their table down.
'You are an air head that's for sure and it's not even worth debating', to prove his sentence right the rest of their friends nods their head. Hono have a slight inferiority before Lake continues with his sentence 'But, by any means necessary, you are one heck of a leader. I believe we work better under your commands and your judgement are highly on the spots. Your selflessness persuade others to works under you, your honesty makes them trust you with all their heart. All in all, I couldn't think anyone could replace you as our leader. Plus, it's a one time chance to mock your leader as a dummy with a clown Afro', Lake smirk. He can clearly remembers the like truth or dare they have a few days ago.
Hono is about to burst into one of his raging modes again but he hold it in. A leader should show professionalism after all. 'And by the bay charcoal head, don't go acting like a pro or something. It doesn't suit your mindless brain', Metal reluctantly retort.
'One time you are praising me another you are mocking me! What's wrong with you bipolar people! What did I do to deserve this', Hono breaks down. Well, he might have just over exaggerate, about the bipolar thing. But none of them minded nor did they try to cause a ruckus. For even a child knows the fear of dropping dead to the ground. Ash let out a slow uneven breath, these children have a real certain way to forget about the danger that lies ahead. But he, for once Ash greatest weakness is to accept the thing that have been happening around him.
Every time he tries to put a closer on that, it will come back to him. Haunting him down like a hungry predator. That's also the main reason why he could never forgot the face of the woman who claims his heart. Ash has a good facade of keeping his feelings at bay but frankly speaking he have been bottling them for such a long time one of his friends is bound to found out one way or another.
'Hey, are you sure we should put this good for nothing fire brain into the play?'. Ray seems to have his doubt raise.
'What is it this time water pants?! Now doubting my skill as a true mage?', Ash sneered.
With ease, Ray push aside the comment. He didn't feel slightly aroused to fight, counting his face is serious. 'That's not the point. It's clearly you have a lot on your mind. I doubt you can keep your mind focus through out this operation. If you are more than willing, I'll take you place'.
'No way-', Ray raise his hand to hush him, and for the first time Ash obliged without any snappy comments. 'I will not take no for an answer. If it frighten you than much then you should have rely on others you know. I know I'm your rival but if you need support then I'll gladly give it to you. We are guild mates after all', Ray says with the most straightest face ever. Ray might be a rival to Ash but he has known him long enough to know when his dear friends is in need of help.
'Sheesh, at least create a better face will you', Ash commented. Ray snorted, the rest of the three guys show the two of them an engrossed face. 'Cut the bro-mance will you'.
'What bro-mance?!', they shout in unison.
'Let's put that behind us please. So the target is changing huh? Let me rethink about his. So in stead of the 'father' is Ray whilst in stead of the child is 'Hono', am I correct?', both of the persons mention nod their head.
'Both of you are aware, that any unnecessary interference might cause fatalities right.' That is one line where any human wouldn't want to hear.
'Tch! I'll do my best. Even death is the end of me, I'll do it all the way through', Ray calmly says. True, Ray is sometimes a weird awkward person to handle his feelings let alone others but he is someone who is willing to do his best at anything he do. Guess who thought him that?.
'Let me go over the plan again. At midnight the show will start so the roads will literally be abandon. Don't worry about the men. The girls has set some drugs on each of the homes so none of them will be involved. When the clock dings both of you will go to the field at the back of this town, the rest of us will spread across those pin points so no one will sniff us out. In the mean time, make it look like you two are having fun. I believe that will not be a problem yes?'.
Both of them nods. Raila tap he pocket warily,should I give it to him or not? She was pondering for quite sometimes that she didn't realize her name being call several times by Hono. 'Why are you looking so space out? Hurry it up! We are heading out soon. Clear out your stuff please', before Hono could proceed. Raila tug his arm causing him to edge to her, in a swift move she kiss his cheek while puts something into his pocket. Hono flushed crimson red, he mouth twitched uncontrollably.
'That's for good luck. Don't expect anything more anytime soon', she smile warmly. Hono is totally paralyzed, so paralyzed it took Max to guide him out of the cafe. Max gaze dawns upon the child. Hmm, if Myra is here, she would be overjoyed. 'Hono, are you ready for a life threatening mission?'.
Max's question hit Hono straight in the face. His mouth twisted into a frown and the tension doubled around his area.'I have lay down my lives onto this path the minute I grab those orbs. I have seen countless death been handed to me in a sliver platter this little plan would not faze me the slightest. Furthermore, I'm a leader. I have people looking up to me, I need to show them the path into tomorrow. After all, that's the duty of a leader right!', Hono flash Max a toothy grin before running his way towards Ray.
Those two are the worst mismatched pair but opposites attracts right. Max turn around, the gigantic arena is clearly seen protrude among the little towns. I wonder how's the girl holding up?. Not only this plan is crazy but switching them at the eleventh hour, Myra certainly have her weird quirks up her sleeve.
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'Are you sure, this is the best way to ace up this competition Myra?', the girls are hurdled up to converse about their next moves of attack. Velery have design them each clothes specifically according to their talents, she also tell them before hand about thinking of an act to increase their chances of wining. Just when they have the perks of their conversation a monster barge in.
'Why did any of you tell me about the stage?!', Zeirra state out of breath.
'Well, we could poop the party no would you?'. Velery smirk.
'So? How's the warming up for you?'. Myra state with a vicious smile.
'Well, if you count out the pervert men who is constructing the stage then it would be perfect! Oh! count out the guys of those other guild which I beat up because they are picking up a fight. Now let me tell you this, they doesn't have the slightest talent of designing plus their voices are just terrible. I think we can do this with ease'.
'Now,now, don't you go puffing your chest out to everyone because the outcome isn't put out yet. It's too soon to tell whether we are winning or not. There's a possible chance that the tables might turn', June advice.
'There you go again in your niceness. It's a shame your voice is okay for today. If not, you wouldn't have to do a double gig with me today', Layla joked. But behind all that she meant something.
'Let's the show begin. I can only hoped the boys are alright with this sudden change of plans'. All the girls nods their head, they are certainly didn't expect for the worse. It's can be fatal or humiliating but the mages with face all of them head on.
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'Master, those brats have started a move. What will be your response?'. The woman licks her lip, was there nothing her goons can do without her telling them everything. 'I want you to get Grace in her. Tell her this is assassination time. It's time we put her good charm for a use.'
After her goon had left, the girl in command move closer to the desk in front of her. She is currently sitting on an iced chair with a small table and a chess broad in front of her. The opponents chess toys seems to be moving on their own at a random place that is. This chess board is different, using the maps of the entire city, she have seen through their plans even before they start commencing. 'Are you ready for a fight of your life. Myra?', she took of of the pieces and crush it to the ground.
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'Grace, you have been summon for a work', the guard says. The tall violet girl snap her head around. 'Oh? it's about time', she put down her swords and trudge her way to the main control room. Now, I can show you the true power of a fallen warrior, guardians.
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