Chapter 19 - 19: “Forgive My Impertinence Then…”

Forbidden Mountains doesn't have a forest trail for a carriage to pass. Di'Anon and Eu decided to continue their journey on foot.

Dense old-growth trees dominate the area as shrubs, rare herbs, and other flora grow abundantly. The canopy of tree leaves blocks the sunlight as the forest remains dim and cold.

The wild beast howls filled the area while a lingering gaze follows their movements. They have to stay cautious as they tread these parts. Nobody can tell what lies ahead...

They decided to hasten their pace as Di'Anon transforms into his Nine-Tailed Fox form. Little Eu follows suit while using her teleport spell as he guides her.

As they move along, Di'Anon makes ensures that the coast is clear for Little Eu. He doesn't want to put her in danger as they tread along this path.

Di'Anon is a majestic being with beautiful, delicate and silky silvery fur. There is a lovely tear-shaped chalcedony aqua blue stone embedded on his forehead while his sapphire blue eyes shimmer.

He is really gorgeous and breathtaking as he gracefully dashes his way into the woods. His magnificent nine tails are waving as if dancing in the wind.

He checks on Little Eu occasionally, ensuring that she can keep up with his pace. He is really dependable and considerate as he halts whenever she does.

The Forbidden Mountain's foliage is unique, truly rare, and very valuable. Checking them out is always noteworthy.

Not long, they've finally reached the center of this mysterious territories. The beautiful sparkling waterfalls are simply a breathtaking scene, while the precious colorful magic stones glisten below its clear sparkling waters.

The peak is as high as the mountains as the sparkling water continues to cascades. A rainbow forms from shimmering droplets and the peeking sunlight.

Exquisite rare colorful flowers and thousands of years old rare herbs are abundant. It's simply an impressive scenery as the rays of the sun peek, adding a luminous radiance.

The area is undisturbed, and anyone can assume that it is under the protection of someone. Trespassers must have never lived another day from offending its caretaker.

Meanwhile, Di'Anon started sensing an ominous presence. These parts are off-limits even to the Divine Lord, and yet here they are lurking in this forest looking for someone.

Little Eu remains calm as a smug smile starts forming in her young, adorable face. She murmurs, 'He is coming…'

"Young Master. We really should…" Di'Anon started as he felt the menacing aura.

"No. We came here to meet him. Why should we hide or run away?" Little Eu said nonchalantly as she smiles as she looks at him.

He could only sigh in resignation as he readies himself to a defensive stance. He finally understood Captain Jairu when he told them that this Little Miss, will sometimes cause them a heart attack. He can't possibly win against an Ancient Dragon Lord!

Can't she sense the disparities? Whoever is coming sure is way powerful than both of them combined. Why is Little Eu smiling so calmly?

Sweat is forming on Di'Anon's forehead as he drowns himself to these thoughts. He shrugged his fears of his impending doom. Instead, he calms himself as he puts his trust in her.

"Who has the audacity to tread my territorial grounds and disturbs this Ancient Being solace?" a resounding voice broke the once deafening silence as a rush of unrestrained aura filled the place.

Beast and Ancient Mystics alike whimper as they felt the threatening aura. It has completely put the whole forest in disarray.

Soon after, a Silver Dragon emerges from the curtain of sparkling, falling water.

Finally, the Great Serpent Dragon has appeared, and his flaring red eyes are eying them as if he wanted to devour them both. His delicate, precious scales shimmer as sun rays hit its body. His flowing silver mane hides his powerful ivory horns.

Di'Anon tried to suppress his trembling soul, but his presence is just too overwhelming. He could only gulp as he holds on his spear tighter. He is unsure how he could win against such a dragon.

He tries forming strategies over strategies as the dire situation finally sinks in. He could only grit his teeth hoping for the best and not to die.

"Greetings, Lord Silver Dragon. I came here seeking your assistance and…" Little Eu greeted him calmly with a respectful tone, but the silver dragon interrupted her before she could finish and express her thoughts.

"You won't even dare show your true self in front of me, and here you are demanding an audience? Such insolence, little one!" he sneered at the young person before him and started to barrage her with insults.

The Little girl just listens to him, silently accepting each deleterious word he could muster against her.

She snaps her fingers and dispels her concealment spell. As he demanded, she reveals her true self as she starts over once again. She decided to be more patient as she tried once more to negotiate and discuss rationally with him.

"Forgive my earlier insolence, Great Ancient Dragon. I am just cautious..." she bows her head as she continues her introduction, "I am Eu, from the Oracle clan. I was informed that you hold a significant collection of Dragon eyes. For that reason, I am here to trouble you with a favor. May we request for an excellent pair of dragon's eyes? I will exchange anything you may require…"

"How about you give me your life in exchange for this favor, Little Oracle Eu? Are you willing to exchange your life for a pair of Dragon's Eyes?" he sardonically asked her.

She looks at the domineering, huge Silver Dragon in front of her and unrelenting. There was silence once again as she only looks at him with an expressionless face and with her captivating amethyst eyes.

She is not angry, but his arrogance starts to annoy her. After all, negotiating is never Little Eu's strongest point.

This Ancient Dragon is being so uncooperative as she continues to remain silent. She promised Jairu to refrain herself from acting, imprudent and brash.

She needs to make an exception. This dragon needs something else for her words to enter his massive thick skull. She finally spoke as she rolled her eyes and broke the deafening silence and growing tension between them.

"Forgive my impertinence then…" she said.

Little Eu summons her shapeshifting weapon while it transforms into a polearm.

The tip blade of her arms radiates as it hits the sunlight. She uses a teleport spell for her sneak attack that has surprised her companion and the dragon.

The battle commences between the young girl and the gigantic Silver Dragon. Little Eu's sudden attack has caught the Dragon off guard. In the process, he barely dodges and scr.a.p.es his neck.

He flew higher as he also commences on his battle stance. His tail is as sharp as a sword. He strikes back and collides with her weapon while it creates a resounding clash.

The dragon is obviously much more powerful in brute strength. He is also wielding something like a god defying giant sword against the little girl, who is only a fraction of his size.

It is expected the little girl will face an imminent defeat. Unfortunately, she is not just an ordinary 'little girl.'

The loud clash of weapons disturbed the once solemn forest. All creatures residing in the area definitely got their attention and feared the ominous atmosphere they are both creating.

Slash, clang, swoosh…

Both are equally skilled dodging, countering, and blocking each other's attacks. It results in a few cuts and scr.a.p.es on each other's bodies.

Little Eu's change in countenance has surprised Di'Anon. She can easily match up with the domineering Silver Dragon.

He was utterly baffled as he witnesses her polearm piercing through the dragon's scales. The Dragon's blood dripped into the once clear pool of sparkling water.

Meanwhile, Eu received a few bad blows herself.

"I am truly impressed, Little One. You hold your ground really well against me." the Silver Dragon sneered, who is catching his breath.

"For an Ancient Dragon, you do move quickly yourself. I should commend your effort." the little girl smiled calmly. She raised her hand and cast her seven-layered elemental spell with a snap of her fingers, "But can you still withstand this?"

Before the Silver Dragon could react, he was enveloped by a colorful, elemental spell pressing his body into the ground. It's not really strong enough to kill him. Still, it is enough to make him resign to submission.

Once again, the girl has surprised him and caught him off guard.

'It's an Ancient, forgotten spell! How could a mere mortal little girl know such a heaven-defying elemental spell?!'

The Ancient Silver Dragon is forcefully pushed down into the ground. He can only helpless struggle away.

He can barely move as he regrets underestimating his opponent. His injuries are not fatal, but it hurts.

His silver body sustained hundreds and thousands of little cuts because of her spell. Combined with his earlier injuries, it is causing him a painful agony.

Little Eu landed in front of him as her weapon disappears. She sighs as she looks at the Ancient Dragon pitiful state. Her face remains expressionless as she only gazes down at him.

The Silver Dragon can't even utter anything in disbelief. He can't believe he will die pathetically in the hands of a mere human girl. This little girl has just outclassed him. He should refrain from underestimating his opponent.

Her magic is not yet strong enough to kill him. Still, Little Eu has injured him enough. He can't counterattack and struggle against her anymore.

Meanwhile, Di'Anon was in total shock as he stands rooted in his place. He wasn't expecting to witness such a scene. This little girl doesn't really need constant protection because she can handle herself on her own.

Little Eu then finally broke her silence. Her is gaze not leaving the Silver Dragon before her.

She said in a calm tone with a tinge of threat, "Great Ancient Dragon. Give me one reason. Why I should not kill you to obtain your eyes for the Holy Guardian Lord Azure right now?"

The Ancient Dragon is surprised as he heard the reason for her visit. He genuinely wanted to kick himself for all his arrogance earlier and how he treated the young child.

If he knew that this little girl is on behalf of the Holy Guardian, he would definitely act more cooperatively. He could only grunt in dismay and disappointment.

"Actually, little one. I can give you three reasons why you shouldn't kill me. Please kindly hear out this Ancient Dragon…" he finally spoke enduring all the pain of his body.