Chapter 139: Friend Or Foe

Chapter 139: Friend Or Foe

Avery noticed the ring on her finger stopped its series of bright pulses and began to glow with a vibrant molten red. She felt something responding to her.

Avery stroked the ring with her finger before speaking, ...Ira.

The Godsteel ring and the Godsteel weapons in her possession were things that came about from her desires and her divinity itself. For the weapons, her Divinity chose a form that was the most adequate for itself which led to a longsword and a shield. The rings were part of a subconscious desire of Averys. It may have been some type of concern for Ira and a need of reassurance that he was alive since he often fought without care.

Raveria was sleeping on the bed next to Avery and constantly turned about. Avery gently caressed Raverias face before moving to stand up.

They were back at the Valkyries Hall and were in the process of moving all of their essential items. If it was something important, they would take it to the spatial door which led to the desert. From there, the Dark Elves would transport it to the teleportation array that led to the Free City where the arrays that lead to each country were stationed. It was quite a long process but it would be difficult to have the Valkyries fly all their things to the Underground City.

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Ira took a step inside the ruined temple but the ring on his hand began to glow brightly before slowly dimming and maintaining a molten reddish color. He was confused and then seemed to realize its purpose. Although he couldnt quite remember the exact location of the continent due to his mind going out of control, he could easily return with wind manipulation and a bit of guessing. He wouldve left at that moment but he saw the Lares as the biggest possible threat. They could teleport and could see into the future which meant they pose a threat at some point.

Then, a loud and pained roar caught his attention as some emerged from the debris of the temple.

MORTAL! A large dragon with dark blue scales and greenish eyes that voiced its fury with a bellowing shout that echoed through the city.

As it took to the skies almost everyone dropped to their knees and began praying for the Dragon God to calm down and show mercy, though such a thing was unlikely. Most Dragons were arrogant and prideful beings that were quick to anger. If only half the city was destroyed it would be considered a blessing.

Ira stretched his arm out and made a swiping motion and then a black line cut through the air. It caused distortions in the space around it but it arrived in less than a second. The Dragon which served as a symbol of power was beheaded without being able to resist. Its head and body plummeted to the ground and landed with a heavy impact.

Ira kicked the severed Dragons head, that was at least three times his size, away. Gathered inside of the temple were worshippers who bore witness to the horrific sight of their "God" being killed in front of them. Not only that, but they also suffered through the destructive tempest that demolished the entire Temple.

Among the group were several children who had familiar features to the dragon Ira killed. They were still processing what happened and didnt seem to fully comprehend it. Ira approached them with a smile on his face but they backed up against the wall in fear. He didnt seem to care and stopped in front of them before kneeling so he was eye level.

That isnt wise...Even my ancestor didnt want to deal with him. Theres also the fact that hes said to be able to make storms that can tear through a Gods Temple. The Vulpes woman interrupted.

If hes that great, then why isnt he here? A Valkyrie asked.

...Well, not only did the people in that mining town I mention try to get him killed but he may have killed several of the people we had stationed in the Dragons Wing Capital. Virgil spoke with a darkened expression.

So? The Naiad finally spoke.

So, that means he probably sees us and those Dragons in the same light. He could be a great help to us or a huge threat depending on how we approach him. Virgil sighed to himself.

There was a period of silence where each of them contemplated how to get Ira on their side but nothing came to fruition.

For now, Ill see if some of my people can track him though itll be hard. The Vulpes woman spoke.

The others nodded and the meeting concluded soon after. It was impossible for them to know that they had a few things wrong with Iras motives and his view of them. His hostility could best be described as something that was subject to change in an instant. For example, he didnt need to kill the Dragon after he gained knowledge of the continent but he did it because he simply felt like doing so.

Back in the Grenitian Kingdom, the Fourth Prince was busy contending with a huge amount of reports. On the outside, it appeared as Ira had gone missing or even died in the desert and the Valkyries movements made the latter very likely in the eyes of others. It was clear the Valkyries would no longer stay inside the Grenitian Kingdom and without them, any sense of security against invaders was gone. Now, all the Kingdom had was the artifacts and rare materials they received from other countries but no one like Ira who could act as a natural deterrent.

Of course, there was a young man named Randolph who was said to have the blessing of a God but it would take time to train him. After the fight with the Behemoth finished, Cyprian Aurell came back to the capital to train Randolph.

Though the most important piece of information was Iras possible connection to the Black Pillar. After witnessing him lose control in the desert it was harder to call it a possibility and more of a definite. There was no way to get the Valkyries to confirm it but the evidence was present.

Leonard leaned into his chair and rubbed his eyes exhaustedly before moving onto the last piece of info. The First Prince Hayden who had lost most of his support base after being confined to his room had finally been let out. Many expected him to be distraught but the First Prince was completely calm, often seen walking around with a satisfied grin.

Ill have to watch him, Leonard spoke to himself. He was suspicious but he had no way of knowing the First Prince was constantly maintaining contact with the Telvians.