Chapter 81: Cool, Calm, Collected

Chapter 81: Cool, Calm, Collected

Put him down. He agreed to help you so there is no need for you to take him. Avery said as her wings emerged.

We need him to see the Storm Wall. Lua said.

Then wait for him to wake up. Avery retorted.

No harm will come to him, I promise. Lyra stated.

I dont want your promises, this is the last time Ill say anything. Steam began to rise from Avery as the Phoenix Heart became active.

The three Valkyries raised their weapons and moved toward her in a semi-circle.

Do not hurt her. Lyra said. We arent here to gain his hostility.

Ustia nodded as she moved toward Avery.

Suddenly, lightning struck nearby before thunder crackled shortly after it. Rhys appeared in the arena, emanating sparks of electricity. There was a silent fury in her eyes as she watched them attempt to take Ira away.

Kevser stepped forward, Interesting, a human with a natural attunement to lightning. Unfortunately, I also happen to be at my best during storms. Thick water vapor gathered around Kevser and began to condense rapidly becoming dense enough to enter a near solid state.

Rhys kept her eyes on him as she moved to Averys side she gave a meaningful nod before turning her attention back to everyone else.

What is your relation to him? Myr asked. If Rhys was someone minor then there would be no problem with killing her, in Myrs eyes.

Rhys, of course, couldnt respond and her notepad was essentially useless when it rained. Ustia took her silence as some form of expression of contempt and unwillingly assumed she held a close relation.

A separate lover perhaps? Lua taunted.

We wish to avoid a conflict, but we are taking him no matter what. Lyra said before nodding to Gicae. He quickly lifted Ira and took him through the doorway.

Avery charged forward but was intercepted by the three Valkyries. They traded blows, but against Valkyries who were more skilled in swordsmanship, they easily blocked each of her attacks. Rhys swung her rapier and a bolt of lightning fell from the sky before flying toward one of the Valkyries. Ustia received the lightning with her wings before she continued to block Avery. Rhys tossed her rapier and attempted to call more lightning but was swept away by a wave that appeared from nowhere.Read latest chapters at novelhall.com Only

Avery continued to push forward relentlessly and since the Valkyries wanted to avoid injuring her, they could only block or dodge which helped her gain ground. Lyra and Thessia entered the portal, leaving Kesver and the Valkyries.

Avery moved with a sense of urgency as pillars of flame rose from the ground, but they were quickly snuffed out by huge blankets of water.

Rhys! Avery shouted as she looked at Kesver moving toward the portal.

Oswald was at a loss in regards to the Colosseum damages, the repairs would be costly, but it wasnt enough to lighten the amount of money the Merchants Circle had.

The booth emptied leaving the Dark Elves who moved to the Colosseum floor. Sylun was followed by several others as she arrived in the arena. She moved to stand in front of Avery and bowed deeply.

Forgive us...Forgive me for not acting fast enough. I was irresponsible and careless...I shouldve known that they would take him. So I ask you to forgive me. Sylun spoke with complete sincerity.

I believe you, but there was nothing that wouldve changed if you did help. You probably wouldve been killed instead...If you truly want to help Ira Ill show you the way, but it will have to wait. Avery spoke with a cold serenity. Her armor had long since reverted back to its cloak form and covered her as rain continued to pour.

Upon hearing her response, Sylun rose and then move to sit in the stands. She decided that she would also wait there until Ira came back. Anything less would mean that her faith in him was false and only for show. When dealing with Ira she had long since discarded her status as a Queen in front of him. There was no need for her to stand equal with someone she saw as a holy figure. It had to be said that Sylun would give all of her authority to the Empire over to Ira if he were to ask.

Shit. Ira cursed as he regained consciousness at a small conference table. None of his senses were working which told him one thing

Its been a long time, Ira. The small boy appeared once again, sitting across from Ira. Youve exceeded my expectations after our last talk, so congratulations. His eyes continued to shift from red to yellow in a mysterious rhythm.

Also The boy waved his hand and a plate appeared on the table. On top of it was a large chunk of scaled flesh.

Youre quite crafty. The Dragons flesh should be enough to increase your strength The boy complimented.

So are you going to undo the last sigil? Ira waved his hand.

No, the increase isnt enough to warrant that. The boy replied curtly. ...Its on for your own good anyway.

How is it doing me any good in this current situation? Ira asked.

It has nothing to do with whats currently happening, but once its removed youll have to create your own shortly after. The boy said.

Why the hell would I do that? Ira asked.

If you become too powerful youll be thrown out of this world and into the Divine Realm. Now, most people cant fight it, but the sigil will prevent it from happening to you. So when you gain enough power to remove dont forget to create a new one. The boy explained.

Ill try to remember, but if you arent removing it then why did you appear this time? Ira asked.

...Your wife is very devoted to you, I mean her attempt to get you back was admirable. The boy said with a smile.

Ira appeared in front of the boy and gripped his neck before lifting him into the air. What happened to Avery?