Chapter 317 - The Atonement of an Absconder (2/2)

Aegin's eyes shot open as he felt the power thrum through his body, his Life Lines burned, twisting, changing, extending until they were like a broad collar that went from the base of his collar bone on his c.h.e.s.t, over both of his shoulders, and met again between his shoulder blades. His fangs and claws extended in a silent shout as his body arched from the floor. He felt the black wings that he'd been denied shift, grow, then he flipped to his front just in time for them to burst from his back.

He rested his forehead on the ground for a moment as he breathed hard, the power still circulating and permeating his body.

He took a breath and sat up, taking a side glance at his wings as they flexed and responded to his commands.

Aegin grinned, then he felt himself chuckle. What a rush of power. Gods above, Yashi had been right. He'd been such a weakling before now.

The thrill of the changed calmed somewhat, and he found himself looking at his reflection again in the mirror.

His wings had shredded the clothes over his torso when they'd burst forth. They hovered behind him now, half unfurled. Pitch black but for the clawed tips that were a crimson red. Aegin had to chuckle at that.

��Bloodthorn,” he muttered, ”Not a bad name I guess”.

Now he could take on Yashi, he was sure of it. He may not have been accustomed to his new abilities, but he'd always been more of the learn-as-you-go type. Besides, giving that Djinn more time at this point would not be wise. Now of course, Aegin was also certain that he'd likely have to save three individuals instead of just two.

Okay, he'd pick up a meal on the way.

He turned towards the draws that were his wardrobe, picking up another top and cloak which he struggled with for about ten seconds before learning how to summon and banish his wings without having them tear through what he was wearing.

Aegin then turned and looked at the weapons to the side, then glanced down at the claws on his hands. No need for those either.

He turned towards the cave exit, then paused, looking up at the mirrors.

”I know you said that I shouldn't apologise, but just this once, I think it's necessary,” said Aegin, ”I'm sorry, Rassa. Maybe one day, we'll be able to meet again as the friends, no, the brothers we once were”.

Then Aegin left the cave. He stood in the entrance for a moment, looking at the dark desert on the verge of a new dawn. He thought for a moment, then summoned his wings.

”Do not embarrass yourself by making your entrance not nearly as cool as his was,” said Aegin.

He pulled up his wings, then jumped into the air as he brought them down with a thunderous clap.