Vol 6 Chapter 1.3 (2/2)

You leave me no choice. Ive already tested it on a monster. Lets see how you fare.

Eline turned his sword into a card. He reached in his pockets for a different one. It materialized into a 2 meter long giant knife.

A single edge had to be longer than 15 cemels. The blade shone bright red. The brim had the emblem of wings, and a giant fist sized jewel fit neatly.

The onyx jewel was a stark contrast to the blood-red blade.

Isnt she a beauty? Im afraid all I know is that her name is Exvaine.

Eline looked proudly at his possession.

Its more than just a pretty face. Just look at this!

He seemed satisfied that Ras.h.i.+a couldnt take her eyes off of his weapon, as he grinned and thrust it upon her.

You could hear the swish of the blade cutting through the air as it left a red afterimage. It was almost a shriek as the sound of shattering gla.s.s pierced through the ears of those in the vicinity. The knife cut through the barrier like b.u.t.ter, slas.h.i.+ng Ras.h.i.+as cheek. The blade stopped at her neck.

Ras.h.i.+a peered over at the deadly tool. Should Eline gesture his hand even the slightest bit, her head would be chopped off. Blood dripped down her face, and Ras.h.i.+a sat there shaking.

So. Do you feel like answering my question now?

She put all of her might into not screaming. She had lost all words.

Eline looked smug. It wasnt a very pleasant expression. It was the face of a violent child. One that enjoyed picking off the legs and wings of a bug.

No. Please. Leave us alone.

I will probably die. Ras.h.i.+a was filled with sorrow at the thought.

She stared into Elines eyes. She knew that no matter what she had said, it was all up to his whim. That is why she felt resolute to not share any information.

Thats a pity. Its fine though. Im here on a mission anyways.

Millie and the other children were indeed in the orphanage. No matter what happens, Ras.h.i.+a must warn them of the dangers. She was about 10 steps away from an item that would heed them.

Ras.h.i.+a was about to run for it, when the worst case scenario had unfolded. Luck was on Father Bulks side.

s.h.i.+a-nee, Im done cleaning.

It was none other than Millie, who had come into the church building. She was alone. She must have finished her ch.o.r.es before the other children.

Well what do we have here. She seems to be Millie-san. How convenient that the target came to us. Is this because I behave well everyday?

Yes, it must be G.o.d smiling down on us. Eline, you know what to do.

Of course, my lord.

Eline and Father Bulk s.h.i.+fted their attention to Millie. At that chance, Ras.h.i.+a attempted to run to the organ, to activate the item hidden between the keys.

However, Eline did not miss a beat.

Are you going to do something? Thats no good at all.

Eline stood between Ras.h.i.+a and the organ.

Hurry up Eline.

Please dont rush me, Father! Eline blocked Ras.h.i.+a and inched towards Millie. It was then that a strong barrier burst between Millie and Eline.

Eline could sense that this force was much more powerful than that of Ras.h.i.+a. He swung down his precious Exvaine.

Except it was different this time. Exvaine bounced off of the barrier with a jolt.

What!?

Elines eyes were slits of rage. He took his weapon and lashed out towards Millie. The barrier held up.

s.h.i.+t!

Ah!

Eline put more might into his vicious attacks.

Millie was crouched to the ground, and only a little crack appeared in her barrier.

Well what do you know. My High Human weapon doesnt seem to be doing its job.

!?

Eline!

Oops. Just a slip of the tongue.

Ras.h.i.+a could not hide her surprise. A High Human weapon- one forged by the likes of G.o.d. It wasnt just that though. It was the fact that the little Millie even stood a chance. The item from s.h.i.+n seemed like a simple necklace. It was truly a G.o.d-given gift.

This is a waste of time. Lets try this.

Agh!?

Eline took the Exvaine and destroyed Ras.h.i.+as barrier. She was thrown to the ground as the blade was placed right at Ras.h.i.+as neck.

No!!

Millie, Millie, Millie. If you dont want her to die, please discard your barrier item.

No! Millie dont! Gah!

Eline shut Ras.h.i.+a up. She could no longer produce any words.

S-s.h.i.+a-nee

Millie didnt know what to do. She stood helplessly, uttering Ras.h.i.+as name.

You dont seem to believe me. Then, how about this?

Eline briefly released Ras.h.i.+a from the holds of Exvaine, and effortlessly slid the red blade into Ras.h.i.+as right rib area.

Ah.

Ras.h.i.+a didnt know what had happened, until the blood started coming out of her mouth.

s.h.i.+a-nee!!

Millie ran towards her.

However, her barrier stopped her, because it knew how dangerous Eline was.

Look what youve done Millie. You can stop all of this right now, you know?

Ahno Dont

The pain was excruciating, but Ras.h.i.+a didnt want Millie in the wrong hands. All that came out of her mouth though were shallow breaths and sounds.

No! Release s.h.i.+a-nee!!

All you have to do is unequip your barrier item. The more you resist, the more pain she will be in.like this.

His tone was gentle, as Eline chanted spells into the Exvaine still inside Ras.h.i.+a.

The blade turned red-hot.

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!

The burning sensation made Ras.h.i.+a cry out.

Her scream was too much for Millie.

Stop! Stop it

Look. All you have to do is take off your item. Put it on the ground.

Tears dripping down her chin, Millie placed her necklace on the floor. The moment her hand and the necklace werent touching, the barrier was released.

That just took far too long. Off we go. Come.

Father Bulk shook his head.

Please. Please help S-s.h.i.+a-nee

If you come quietly, she wont die. If you even let out a peep, who knows what will happen to your precious sister.

But

This is why I hate children. Eline.

Yes, Father.

Eline hit Millies gut. She fell noiselessly. They had knocked her unconscious.

Were done here. Lets go.

Shouldnt we clean up?

Leave it. But dont leave any traces.

As you wish.

Bulk carried off Millie, while Eline activated his clearing skills. He took Exvaine out of Ras.h.i.+a.

!?

She was in so much pain that all she could do was lay there quivering.

Eline looked up towards the beautiful stained gla.s.s.

By the way. Another question: an adventurer comes here often, carrying a magic spear. What cla.s.s is this mans weapon in?

Eline was thinking of Wilhelm of course. He looked over at Ras.h.i.+a.

There was no response. This was only natural. Even if she could, she had no will to respond to him. Her wounds were deep and painful.

Ah. My apologies. I really ought to have asked beforehand. What a pity. Until next time.

Eline lowered his gaze.

Father Bulk had already left with his men.

Except, another presence had filled the room.

What a lucky day indeed.

Whose blood is that on your sword?

Wilhelms voice was cold.

His hand squeezed Venom even tighter.

I mean. I was having a friendly conversation with the sister. It really didnt pan out the way I wanted it to though. By the way, how did you get here? I thought I had activated my clearing skill here.

What did you do to her?

Why do people never answer my questions?

Youre the one whos got questions to answer.

My my. So hostile. Fine. I stabbed her. She doesnt have very long to!

Wilhelm charged before Eline was finished.

Venom had released a bright red light into the air.

It was a single shot with all his might. But Eline took his Exvaine and cut the blaze. The two weapons forces caused some large sparks.

What did I ever do to you?

A whole lot!!