The sirens that were first hostile and wary towards us started to try and approach us that night. With the help of Ivy, the sirens were able to at least join our small dinner. They were still cautious towards the group, particularly because majority are men, but at least they tried to approach them and started small conversations.The next day, we departed the clearing by dawn. The sirens bid us farewell and Ragnar had stated that he will do his promise after this war ended. Ivy on the other hand accompanied us in our journey.It was really a good decision to let Ivy join us because she knew of better and much faster roads that will take us to the location of the key fragments in just two days’ time. You are fortunate to have asked me about the directions towards your destination." Ivy said with a proud tone. "I know the best roads around these woods, and we can avoid danger."Ivy rode my horse Summer. Fortunately, Ivy knew how to ride horses that was a rare knowledge for the siren
"I am sure that the Nine Lives Mercenaries can keep this place safe." Ragnar said in passing. "All we can do is tell your grandfather and father back in the capital about the issue here. We cannot go out of our way to help this people now." He said while looking at me intently.I am sure that my husband was saying these words because he knew how kind I was and thought I would like to help this people. He was not wrong there, because seeing that this village looks so poor at least I would like to help their livelihoods a bit.But in my current condition, I cannot do anything beyond writing a letter of recommendation to Grandpa Marcus and Williams.’ I thought to myself. ’I am not alone in this body anymore and I need to be mindful of every action I take.’ "You are right Erik." I agreed. "I am thinking of sending a letter to grandpa and Williams to inform them of the happenings here in southern woods." "That is good to hear." Ragnar smiled and patted my head. I felt happy like a child
[Ragnar’s POV] Isabella was asleep instantly by the time she laid down in bed. I can hear her peaceful breathing while her chest made up and down motions. I looked at my sleeping wife who was now deep in sleep. ’She looked so tired today.’ I recalled the events today.Isabella was riding with me, safely in my arms. I was secretly relieved now that she was riding with me. I can keep calm and do not have unnecessary worries about her wellbeing. ’I am happy that she thought of going back to Avalon after this.’ I thought.Back at the border village, I was initially planning on going back with her to Avalon and let Kyler accompany Marvin in search of the key fragments and the retrieving of the forbidden magic in the depths of the eastern sea. But when I heard that she would like to partake on this mission, I had no choice but to comply to her wishes. ’I am really weak when it comes to you.’ I sighed and smiled, looking at the beautiful sleeping features of my wife. I tucked away a ha
The sun has just set, and the night has just fallen in the woods near the village. Outside the village’s entrance, the bandits were using the darkness under the trees to shroud their presence. "Boss, there is someone guarding the village’s entrance." One of the bandits reported.The boss of this notorious group was a big muscular guy. His skin was of a darker shade and on his left eye he was wearing an eye patch. He has lots of scars visible on his exposed skin as well. "Guarding the entrance, you say?" The boss asked skeptically. "Maybe they are just some of the villages men. They won’t pose a threat to us." He waved his hand to dismiss his subordinate. "B-But boss, these men do not look like the skinny men from the village." The subordinate said. "They are quite well built, and they are carrying weapons such as swords and bows." The boss looked at his subordinate with doubting eyes, but he cannot just push away this news. "I understand." The boss said. "I will go there and chec
The bandits started to form two groups right after. They waited out until the designated time of the change of shifts had come. Like the informant said, at eight o’clock sharp the two men guarding the entrance left their posts. "Such diligent b*astards." The boss swore with a low voice.But after the two mercenary guards left, no one came to change their guard post. What the informant had said was only one had a stomachache, so there should be one other to replace the guard post. "This is odd." The boss said with the feeling of uneasiness. "What are we waiting for boss?" One of bandits asked. "Yeah, it looks like the other one is not coming." Another one of the bandits said.The boss still had second thoughts. He noticed something out of the ordinary and had an itchy feeling about it. "This is our chance boss." One of the bandits whispered to him. "Like you said, lady luck is on our side tonight."The boss nodded in agreement and pushed away the doubt in his mind. "Then let us s
[Ragnar’s POV]A few hours before the bandits’ attack I called on Robin who was leading the team of mercenaries to guard this village. It was best to make counter measures on the bandits that planned to attack tonight. My men and the mercenaries formed an alliance and made plans. "What did you say, your majesty?" Robin was surprised with information. "So those bandits are outside the village just waiting for nightfall to attack?!" "It is what I have said." I said with a calm demeanor. "The bandit group that are notorious of the crimes of thievery, rape and murder are outside of this village, just waiting to attack."Robin was clearly furious in learning of this news. "Those f*cking b*astrds did not learn their lesson from our past confrontations."Robin had recounted to us the many times they have confronted these notorious bandits. They were able to reduce the bandits’ numbers and always emerge victorious in their confrontation, but the bandits always escaped. Those that get caugh
[Ragnar’s POV]The young couple had gone out after we have talked to them. They were insisting on cooperating with us and agreed to be the our informant and go to the bandits’ side to give them false information, that was our bait to lure them into a trap. "I hope they do not play a fast one on us." Robin who was by my side said. "The young husband seeks redemption from his wrong ways. Who are we not to give them a second chance?" I said with a neutral tone. "Well... you are the king and future emperor. If there is anyone who has the right to punish the guilty, it is you your majesty." Robin said scratching his head. Robin’s words are true, I am the ruling monarch of Avalon and also the future emperor once these war ends. But I am not someone that is heartless to kill someone who is seeking redemption. "I am still a fair judge. And this place is still outside my jurisdiction." I smiled at Robin . "Punishing criminals inside Wales territory is still under the Wales King’s power.
The boss used his battle axe to defend my sword, but the force of my attack had pushed him out of the door and onto the railing of the second floor. He fell from the railings and down to the first floor with a strong force. *BANG*The boss’ body made a strong impact that it made a huge whole onto the wooden floorboards of the first floor. Smoke from the impact spread all over the first floor receiving area. "*Cough cough cough* that f*cking son of a..." I heard the boss cursed.With the smoke all over, visibility was hard, but I can tell where the boss’ location was after he spoke. Before he finished his sentenced, I launched an attack once again, aiming for his neck for a quick kill. The boss’ eyes went wide when the smoke cleared out on my sudden rush. He was taken by surprise, but he was able to use his battle axe to defend once again. "F*ck, who are you?!" The boss shouted in rage when we were but inches away, with our weapons between us. "You do not need to know." My lips ra