Chapter 54 - 54: "What are you planning?" (2/2)

”Can you investigate someone for me?” she asked.

Her request is not really unusual. Eu asked him to gather information before, yet why does it sound peculiar?

He turned to her and nods.

”Please work with Fugue and Canon. I want more information about Noite and his elder brother. They have silver hair and golden amber eyes. They are currently in Celesea. Specifically, in Themis...” she started to give him as much information as she could.

”What are you planning?” Di'Anon asked.

”I just wanted to know their reason. I felt his brother's rage, but I can't explain why. Noite seems to know me as someone else, as well... It's strange...” she discloses.

He listened to her reasons and accepted the assignment. He always trusts her instincts, after all.

They turned back and heads to Bordertown while they exchange more information regarding the situation. They also shared their insights and analysis regarding the matter.

Hatred. That is the only reason they could think of, but why?

How deep is this grudge they are holding against the Oracle Clan?

How much are they willing to go to pursue this?

It is dark when they finally reached the bustling border. They headed straight to their reserved accommodation and contacted the others.

They started filling them in and informing them of the changes in their plans. She has a strong feeling they are press in time.

They can't wait for things to unfold. Eu only injured their enemy after all.

He will come back to retaliate with a much greater force than the first time. Eu knew he is using this time to his benefit.

She cannot be complacent with their temporary silence and inactivity.

Di'Anon, on the other hand, left to rendezvous with the twins as agreed. They started working soon after exchanging information with each other and laid out the plan.

Morning came. The breeze is chilly with its wintery atmosphere while the sky is dim and cloudy.

Eu left the Golden Inn and carry on with her plans to meet the Divine Lord while Di'Anon went with the twins to Celesea.

Eu is thinking plenty of issues as she walks the Bordertown streets.

There is a reason why they can move freely despite the Division of Realms.

Do they have a link?

Nullification ability?

Who are these Shadows?

She heavily sighs as she bumped into someone.

”I'm sorry…”

”Pardon me. I wasn't even looking…”

They were surprised to find themselves in the same awkward situation as they met.

”It's you…!” Noite exclaimed as he continues, ”Euer...”

”Noite…?” Eu smiles as she sees the familiar face she bumped into and continues, ”We have a strange way of meeting each other.”

She is thinking of him, and his so-called 'sickly brother' and the heavens made way for this encounter. She can only consider herself blessed.

”Where are you going? Is something bothering you?” Noite curiously inquired.

”Nothing really. Random stuff.” Eu responded.

”If you don't mind, I can listen. I have time today.” Noite offered.

His voice is gentle and friendly. He has a calming presence as well.

Eu still can't believe that she is suspecting him. Though, she also sure that he is the one lurking in Inner Courts.

”Hmmm… It's not really a big deal, so it's okay. Hey, how is your brother?” Eu changes the subject.

”He is recuperating very well, but a part of me wanted him not to. I wanted him to stay at home and relax. Am I bad?” He truthfully said as he sighs.

He is afraid his brother will start making havoc once he fully restores his powers. Though, he knew that this handicap would also not stop him too.

His elder brother has done admirable feats, and he believes nothing really could restrain him.

”So, what is your business here today?” Eu curiously asked.

”Nothing really. Fresh air, I guess.” Noite chuckles.

Eu silently nods as she accepted his answer. She can't straightforwardly doubt his reasons.

Meanwhile, Noite seems like not as enthusiastic as their first meeting. He is obviously bothered as well.

Eu sensed the heavy mood and wanted to probe why he is feeling troubled. Still, she can't just inquire about such sensitive matters.

Is he forced to do something he didn't want to pursue?

She simply doesn't want to alert him that she is unto him. After all, there are matters she wanted to understand, and he can only answer.