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"Joseph Fowl-" Asai gave the man's cheeks another slap. Waking the man. "Joseph Fowl. Who are you, and why do you want us dead?"
Rather than answer, Joseph was quick to examine his environment. Only to find everyone else tied and laying on the ground. In front of the man was Asai and Chloe. Behind him, holding him up was a shadow clone, but he didn't need to know that. When his eyes adjusted properly, and he realised who he was facing. His eyes filled with great rage, unable to control his anger he spurted.
"FUCK YOU, YOU MURDERED MY FATHER AND I SWEAR UPON THE HEAVENS I SHALL HAVE YOUR HEAD IN RE-" Asai back handed the man. The information was good enough to jog his memory and to also clarify that this was not the new baron of the land, but the old Bralcom Fowl's son.
Chloe took a step back, Asai noticed this.
"Wait, Chloe let me explain before you mis-"
"Yes! That's right! Your friend murdered my father in cold blood and usurped his territory!-" Another back hand shut him up.
Chloe already had an arrow nocked onto her bowstring.
"Listen Chloe. I was a baron, and this man's father wanted my lands. He invaded with his knights and levies whilst I was clearing a dungeon outbreak. He razed an entire village down into the ground. Raped the women, killed the men, and even kidnapped a few to take home as prizes. If you don't believe me, you can find out yourself if you go to Einhoren. The guilds there will tell you everything."
Chloe nodded. Determined to find out the truth herself.
"Good. Now, I want you to trust me once more and kill everyone here." "Fucking hell, that was a bad way to phrase it. I almost sound like a mass murderer."
Fear clearly evident within her gaze. "W-why not just throw them into jail? Or the local garrison?" Asai took a deep breath before replying. Half tempted to pull out his whiskey bottle.
"I tried that path. I tried the forgiving them and giving them the second chance crap. Now look at where that got us. You nearly died just because you were seen hanging around with me. What if they decide to kidnap you the moment you left my party to use against me? It's better to nip the problem now than to wait until it gets stronger and bites you in the ass." "I let Arthur walk off free even though he tried to take my life, yet he came back and got in my way. And this Joseph fucker. I had read a report about Bralcom having a son studying within the capital. But, I never thought he would be stupid enough to try poison a duke."
Chloe, still looked hesitant, her moral compass trying to think of reasons or excuses for a white path forward.
"Chloe. Listen, I'm being serious here. I am Duke Asai Trichia, I serve her royal Majesty and the kingdom of Del Lagos. These men, tried to assassinate a duke. What do you think will happen if they go to jail?" "This Joseph obviously didn't pay attention in class. Nobles can cleanse their system with mana. By now, the entire kingdom should know I have skills. He clearly didn't connect the dots."
"Please! Please Your Grace! I didn't know you were a duke! He told us you were just a no named adventurer! Have mercy!"
A kick to the stomach shut that man up, as he fell forwards whimpering in pain.
"Chloe. I'll be very honest. I see potential in you, hence the time I've spent training you. I want you as my vassal more than I'd like to admit. Now prove to me that you're clearly a survivor, a warrior. Someone I can believe in. Someone I can leave to watch my back whilst I fight the enemies of our kingdom. I do not need someone who thinks the world operates in only black and white. I can't have you hesitating because of your moral compass urging you to hug our enemies who clearly sought to do us harm.
Show me your conviction."
Now that all was said and done, there was nothing but to wait. Asai stood, within the darkness of the night, with only the moon for illumination. He watched as many various emotions and thoughts swam through the dainty girl's mind.
"Am I still poisoned?"
"No, The coffee you had when you woke up was an antidote."
"So that's why it tasted so sweet..."
Perhaps it was 5, 10 or 20 minutes after, that she decisively shot consecutive arrows into their heads. "A show of mercy. Instant death. No time for torture or suffering. She's still too kind for her own good."
Tears were streaming down her cheeks. However, rather than sadness, regret or disgust. She was angered that she had once again been forced to deliver death upon others. "If only these guys weren't evil. If only they didn't try to poison us. Then I..."
Asai placed a hand upon her shoulder. "Trust me, I made you deal the final blow for your own good. When you wake up in the morning, you will find that you've become a stronger person." "Both mentally and physically."
Chloe no longer doubted his words. Throughout the time she had spent with the man. She had learned much, and her personal desire to believe that the man who had saved her life and the village was indeed a hero added greater weight upon the scales.
Little did the two know.
[Loha's Blessing] Was also influencing her thoughts and emotions. The royal blood that flowed through his veins naturally emitted an aura of dignity, command, authority and charm. In addition, having consumed his blood. Chloe was heavily afflicted by [Nympho] in compound with [Delicious Essence] The combo of skills working together effectively made her decide to jump. Taking the leap of faith that Asai offered.
And if the man's words were true, he had literally saved her life twice. He was her hero. Albeit, a cold-blooded one.
[Chloe: Lvl 17->33]
[HP: 115 MP:140]
[Skills unlocked:]
[Bow Mastery]
20% boost in Bow and arrow damage. +20% maximum range
[Thunderstorm]
Electricity element added to attack. Additional 120% Damage added to a regular attack.
kophzi
Rather than answer, Joseph was quick to examine his environment. Only to find everyone else tied and laying on the ground. In front of the man was Asai and Chloe. Behind him, holding him up was a shadow clone, but he didn't need to know that. When his eyes adjusted properly, and he realised who he was facing. His eyes filled with great rage, unable to control his anger he spurted.
"FUCK YOU, YOU MURDERED MY FATHER AND I SWEAR UPON THE HEAVENS I SHALL HAVE YOUR HEAD IN RE-" Asai back handed the man. The information was good enough to jog his memory and to also clarify that this was not the new baron of the land, but the old Bralcom Fowl's son.
Chloe took a step back, Asai noticed this.
"Wait, Chloe let me explain before you mis-"
"Yes! That's right! Your friend murdered my father in cold blood and usurped his territory!-" Another back hand shut him up.
Chloe already had an arrow nocked onto her bowstring.
"Listen Chloe. I was a baron, and this man's father wanted my lands. He invaded with his knights and levies whilst I was clearing a dungeon outbreak. He razed an entire village down into the ground. Raped the women, killed the men, and even kidnapped a few to take home as prizes. If you don't believe me, you can find out yourself if you go to Einhoren. The guilds there will tell you everything."
Chloe nodded. Determined to find out the truth herself.
"Good. Now, I want you to trust me once more and kill everyone here." "Fucking hell, that was a bad way to phrase it. I almost sound like a mass murderer."
Fear clearly evident within her gaze. "W-why not just throw them into jail? Or the local garrison?" Asai took a deep breath before replying. Half tempted to pull out his whiskey bottle.
"I tried that path. I tried the forgiving them and giving them the second chance crap. Now look at where that got us. You nearly died just because you were seen hanging around with me. What if they decide to kidnap you the moment you left my party to use against me? It's better to nip the problem now than to wait until it gets stronger and bites you in the ass." "I let Arthur walk off free even though he tried to take my life, yet he came back and got in my way. And this Joseph fucker. I had read a report about Bralcom having a son studying within the capital. But, I never thought he would be stupid enough to try poison a duke."
Chloe, still looked hesitant, her moral compass trying to think of reasons or excuses for a white path forward.
"Chloe. Listen, I'm being serious here. I am Duke Asai Trichia, I serve her royal Majesty and the kingdom of Del Lagos. These men, tried to assassinate a duke. What do you think will happen if they go to jail?" "This Joseph obviously didn't pay attention in class. Nobles can cleanse their system with mana. By now, the entire kingdom should know I have skills. He clearly didn't connect the dots."
"Please! Please Your Grace! I didn't know you were a duke! He told us you were just a no named adventurer! Have mercy!"
A kick to the stomach shut that man up, as he fell forwards whimpering in pain.
"Chloe. I'll be very honest. I see potential in you, hence the time I've spent training you. I want you as my vassal more than I'd like to admit. Now prove to me that you're clearly a survivor, a warrior. Someone I can believe in. Someone I can leave to watch my back whilst I fight the enemies of our kingdom. I do not need someone who thinks the world operates in only black and white. I can't have you hesitating because of your moral compass urging you to hug our enemies who clearly sought to do us harm.
Show me your conviction."
Now that all was said and done, there was nothing but to wait. Asai stood, within the darkness of the night, with only the moon for illumination. He watched as many various emotions and thoughts swam through the dainty girl's mind.
"Am I still poisoned?"
"No, The coffee you had when you woke up was an antidote."
"So that's why it tasted so sweet..."
Perhaps it was 5, 10 or 20 minutes after, that she decisively shot consecutive arrows into their heads. "A show of mercy. Instant death. No time for torture or suffering. She's still too kind for her own good."
Tears were streaming down her cheeks. However, rather than sadness, regret or disgust. She was angered that she had once again been forced to deliver death upon others. "If only these guys weren't evil. If only they didn't try to poison us. Then I..."
Asai placed a hand upon her shoulder. "Trust me, I made you deal the final blow for your own good. When you wake up in the morning, you will find that you've become a stronger person." "Both mentally and physically."
Chloe no longer doubted his words. Throughout the time she had spent with the man. She had learned much, and her personal desire to believe that the man who had saved her life and the village was indeed a hero added greater weight upon the scales.
Little did the two know.
[Loha's Blessing] Was also influencing her thoughts and emotions. The royal blood that flowed through his veins naturally emitted an aura of dignity, command, authority and charm. In addition, having consumed his blood. Chloe was heavily afflicted by [Nympho] in compound with [Delicious Essence] The combo of skills working together effectively made her decide to jump. Taking the leap of faith that Asai offered.
And if the man's words were true, he had literally saved her life twice. He was her hero. Albeit, a cold-blooded one.
[Chloe: Lvl 17->33]
[HP: 115 MP:140]
[Skills unlocked:]
[Bow Mastery]
20% boost in Bow and arrow damage. +20% maximum range
[Thunderstorm]
Electricity element added to attack. Additional 120% Damage added to a regular attack.
kophzi
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