Chapter 58: Tell me. (2/2)
After that, Arima took out some mithril and mixed it with the stone. It gained a metallic allure and a silver frame along with a thin and elegant chain. It was a stunning necklace. Arima then took out some orichalcum and this time, the necklace started shining and the silver parts became beautiful blue jewels and the stone itself gained a diamond-like luster.
Finally, for the last touch, Arima returned Karma to its original form, and on the blade, you could see something like a red liquid drop forming on the edge. The drop slowly slid all the way down to the tip of the blade and fell down on the necklace, making it 'evolve' as two identical stones emerged on the chain along with a new purple glow.
When this was terminated, Arima took the magnificent ornament in his hand and closed his eyes. The necklace transformed into a ray of light that flew toward Lanya's chest and entered her soul.
She widened her eyes and then lifted her hand. A purple and silver light flashed and the necklet reappeared in her hand. She gawked at Arima who was smiling.
He lightly laughed, ”That's the greatest necklace you'll ever find. I'm sure of that.”
Arima used the strongest natural stone, a magic alloy, orichalcum that even gods had actual use for, and more importantly, a 'drop' of Karma. On top of that, it was bounded to Lanya's soul by Arima himself.
Lanya looked dumbfounded at the necklace in her hand. It was indeed gorgeous but at the same time, she could feel the tremendous power it contained, ”…Is this really for me?”
”Of course, I wouldn't make a necklace like that for myself. Let me help you,” Arima grabbed the necklace again and went behind Lanya to put it around her neck. The latter didn't move at all. It wasn't that she was calm, but more likely because she was so flustered that she couldn't even move.
”It's done, let's go now,” When Arima finished, Lanya exhaled then admired the necklace around her neck. She beamed a smile and followed Arima who went a bit ahead.
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Meanwhile, Night was being dragged by Lilis like some pet. In the end, he gave up and just clung to her shoulder. He didn't actually think she was a malicious person, but in his head, this woman was too 'mischievous' to be left alone with.
”By the way, Night,” She called him while they were lunching at some restaurant.
”What is it?”
”Are you ready to follow Arima everywhere?”
”Huh?” Night was confused, ”What stupid question is that? Of course, I would follow him. Even if I have to die,” He replied with utmost sincerity.
Lilis smiled wryly, ”Well, that's the problem. Night, your existence is really important, you represent the biggest strength of Arima. But you are a living being, and you can die, if it happens, Arima will lose at least half of his full power.”
”What do you mean?” Night frowned; he wasn't liking where this conversation was going.
Lilis lifted Night from her shoulder and put him on the table right in front of her, ”If Heaven really attacks Arima at some point, then the first one they'll try to eliminate is you. Because they know that a soul beast represents at least fifty percent of a human's power, if they can get rid of that threat, then they would be more at ease when confronting a Life Hunter.”
Night fell silent, ”…Why are you telling me that now? It's not like it will help me survive.”
Lilis sighed and put up a smile carrying more than simple empathy, ”The reason I'm telling you this is just to make you aware a little bit. I honestly don't think Arima would ever let you be harmed in his stead. But that's not the only thing I want to tell you. In a sense, I'd like to prepare you.”
”Prepare me?” Night questioned with a dubious expression.
”Listen, I will tell you what is the most terrifying thing about Life Hunters and why they are so feared by Gods. That concerns his racial ability. Even if I can't disclose it to Arima, at least it wouldn't be a bad idea to inform you. I temporarily severed every telepathic connection you have with him. After that, it's up to you to keep it secret,” Lilis sternly explained.
Night didn't say anything for a while before nodding, ”Tell me. ”
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Meanwhile, the dating duo had arrived in a completely new area of the city. The streets and habitations were not in sight anymore. It was just a giant plaza filled to the brim with people. There was human activity bustling everywhere.
Arima made his way through the crowd by scaring a bit the people with his aura. Those who dared to have some thoughts about Lanya instantly fainted. Ultimately, everyone passed the word: 'Don't approach that couple!'.
”Apparently, this place is a kind of public sharing zone. You come, buy, and sell anything you want. Some people come here to spectate some shows as well,” Arima said to Lanya when they had found some peace.
Lanya's eyes brightened and she started to wander around the place. She glanced at some stalls, then stopped at one of them. She picked a small pendant which depicted some really pretty dragon wings.
”Can I get this for master?” She turned toward Arima and asked.
Arima smiled and shrugged, ”Do as you wish. I'm sure he'll be happy.”
Lanya nodded and bought the pendant from the seller. It apparently cost a white silver which almost made Arima choke. He even contemplated if they were being scammed but he didn't want to raise a commotion and Lanya seemed to be happy nonetheless. He didn't want to spoil the mood and additionally, she seemed to be completely uncaring of the price tag.
Well, after all, Arima had plundered the treasuries of two countries. He was freaking rich and had already given her a bit of it before.
A few minutes later, while Arima and Lanya were walking and discussing together, they heard a loud noise spreading through the whole plaza. When they looked over at the source, they spotted a big and fancy carriage that was surrounded by a large mob.
That carriage was around a kilometer away from Arima, but the latter inspected it as if it was right in front of his nose. He distinguished a family crest on the carriage and his eyes widened.
”(That emblem… if I'm not wrong, it's this city's…)” Arima's thoughts were interrupted by a sudden burst of auras in the crowd. Killing intent was mixed in them and appeared to be directed at the carriage.
Watching this scene, Arima grinned, ”Well, well… isn't this a very~ interesting thing?”