Chapter 63 - 63: Planning (1/2)

Gwyddien, Eu, and Jairu gather around the table. There was silence as Eu discloses the attack at Limes Temple.

As they speak, thousands of Shadows are lurking at the Temple's outskirts, waiting for their time to strike. These Shadows are more vicious and blend into their surroundings very well.

They are truly tough to detect.

”Little Eu, why didn't you tell earlier? Lord Foeni will sure help if he knew...” Captain Jairu rambled as he continued, ”We should at least request more men.”

He is in disbelief. He knew this girl is withholding the information but didn't expect something so ominous.

How can she mislead the Divine Lord Foeni?

”The Divine Lord needs to be elsewhere. We have to take care of this matter ourselves.” Eu discloses.

”But those Shadows you just mentioned...” Jairu said worriedly.

”Lumina will assist you. Di'Anon and the others are also on their way back. You and Gwyd are also here. Why are you so worried?” Eu asked.

”Aren't you going to help...? You are also here. You are powerful...” Gwyd asked.

Eu heaves a heavy sigh. As much as she wants to help, she is at her limits. She still hasn't fully recovered from her reawakening. She is beyond exhausted.

”We don't have time to deliberate about this. I need your cooperation now. I wouldn't propose this if I knew that we have no chance to make this work...” Eu finally said.

Silence filled the room. They gave it a thought and knew that Eu would not put their lives in jeopardy. It might look like they are at a disadvantage, but it is still a doable feat.

They decided to listen and found themselves agreeing with her plans.

Eu continues to explain. Two attacks are going to take place that night. One has already been taken care of by the Divine Lord Foeni, and they will handle the other.

Captain Jairu remained silent. He doesn't know what to feel about this sudden revelation. He really can't form the correct words to say at the moment while he digests the situation.

He decided to accept it and do the best he can. He can't let Eu down after putting her trust in him.

Meanwhile, Gwyddien's face was completely ashen. He can't help drowning on his thoughts.

' Why is she entrusting such a huge responsibility to me? Has she gone insane?'

He admits he is a coward and a nobody. He can't do it! How can she even fathom he can do such a feat?

”Gwyd, remember everything I taught you. Believe in yourself. I trust you. You can do this...” Eu said.

Gwyddien looks at her pleadingly.

”Little Eu, thank you for having faith in me, but please reconsider. Let Captain Jairu or someone else takes my place...” he straightforwardly objected.

”But you can't fight on the field. You are the only one who can cast support magic. I already taught you all the spells. It's time to put them into good use.” Eu explains.

Gwyddien excelled in his studies. Despite his inexperience, Eu believes he can pull through. She always believes in his capabilities, after all.

Jairu is quite curious why did Eu hide this from the Divine Lord? Though, Eu always has a reason on how she handles matters.

”May I ask why? I want to know your reason. What are you trying to achieve?” Jairu inquired.

Eu turned to him and heaved a heavy sigh. She decided to explain the situation and the importance of this battle.

”I wanted to save someone. The Divine Lord is the only one who can save that person.” Eu discloses.

Limes Temple will face an imminent attack at the same time as this person's death. She lured the Divine Lord away so he can rescue him.

Limes Temple will face this attack, and someone needs to take charge on his behalf. She chose Gwyddien to handle them.

”You wanted to change the course of things...?” Jairu asked her in disbelief.

Eu smiles neither, confirming or denying it.

There are consequences when one tries to change events. It might lead to an even bigger catastrophe, or the plan might backfire to create mishaps.

Even Gwyddien was surprised. He can't believe Eu has such intentions.

”Little Eu...” Gwyddien started.

”Let's not think about anything else for now. You are ready to face this. You are more than capable. You trust me, right?” Eu responded to Gwyddien.

Gwyddien remained silent has he think it through. He trusts Eu, and he believes she won't put him in charge if he is not up to the task.

He also considers that Eu is exhausted from traveling, and she needs to rest. She is helping as much as she could.

”Fine. I'll do it.” Gwyddien finally spoke.

Eu smiles in contentment as she hears his agreement. She knew she made the right decision choosing him.

”Thank you, Gwyd...” Eu said gratefully.

Eu explains that they just have to hold on as long as they could while they wait for Di'Anon and the others. They need to follow the plan and learn to improvise if needed.

They might be at a disadvantage in the case of human resources. Eu reassures them that their prowess and abilities are enough to push them back.