Aurora’s dawn

ike him around Aurora. Thus his atrocious thought to permanently remove him from her side ran rampant in his mind. He clenched his right fist, creating markings on the floor with the use of an internal force called KI.

KI is the opposite of magic but similar in a way. Magic comes from 3 sources, Nature, a magical object and from within. KI only comes from within and it does not require one to have a mana heart. It is pure physical force that enables one to transcend the limitations of a human being and strengthening the body.

”What a face you are making brother, You rarely show animosity especially to your enemies ”-Bestla comments, making a quiet entrance. She then walks up to Theosmos wearing a smile, briefly catching a glimpse of the face of the man who was able to bring out Theosmos menacing expression.

”Good morning Sister, come to pick a fight you know you can win, again? ”-Theosmos says, sounding so pleased with himself.

”Is that a challenge i hear, Brother? ”.

”If it was, will you accept?. Ill love to have your pretty head impaled on the gates of my palace or better yet, I hear that red hair like yours is very rare in some countries and i would be given a handsome pay indeed especially if it came with a beauty, though your looks are substandard in my opinion, ”-Theosmos taunts.

”You think of yourself strong huh?, Funny, An incomplete and heartless man who has an extreme sister complex yet still proves his incompetence when it comes to ensuring her safety. I hope you still remember that fateful day, How you almost lost the only good part of you you call sister ”-Despite Bestlas anger, she manages to taunt him back.

Bestla had finally hit a nerve. Theosmos seemed more pissed than before. ”It seems Ill have to apologize to Royal concubine Terra today, For quelling my anger by killing her only child ”. Licht instantly moves away as Theosmos charges at Bestla, engulfing his entire right arm with KI. He intended to slit her neck with his fingers. Bestla made a wide smirk, particularly thrilled about Theosmos lack of composure. She then evades his attack almost completely, Unluckily for her Theosmos had other plans than beheading her. In a split second, he enlarged the KI surrounding his hand and the KI grew longer. He connected his attack, resulting in a shallow cut on the stomach. She touches the place where she was cut and viewed the red substance on her hand. Theosmos tells her, oozing immerse bloodlust. ”The only way you will be able to leave here is to leave one limb or organ behind, Preferably your heart and i suppose i won have a hard time taking it ”.

”You? A good-for-nothing scumbag like you? ”-Bestla scowled at him amusingly.

”Quit yapping and come at me, I won have any last words ”-Theosmos beckoned her with a hand gesture.

”You asked for it! ”-Bestla unleashed countless fire arrows as a cover and to widen their distance, in order for her to cast another magic. Theosmos expertly dodges everyone and attacks her using a sword made out of KI.

”VOD! ”Bestla summons a dark water spirit called Vodyanoy and puts Theo in a giant ball of water. Theosmos could not breathe and struggles a bit. ”Paula aren you going to save him, if you continue to stand there your master will lose his life ”-Bestla warns Paula.

”Is that so?, Ill only move from this spot if i see that my master is in Imminent danger ”-Paula responds calmly.

”What do you_ ” Suddenly and surprisingly for Bestla, the water ball split into two and exploded, gradually turning to mist. Impatient, Bestla swung her right hand, quickly expelling the mist, with magic of course. Theosmos was nowhere in sight but that was simply because he negated his presence with KI. When she finally realized where he was, He had his sword at her throat from behind. Make no mistake, Theosmos went in for the kill, If it weren for Licht who had his sword pointed at his throat, Bestlas head would no longer be attached to her body.

”Put down your sword Slave ”-Theosmos commanded Licht, glancing backwards.

”With all due respect Your highness, You first ”-Licht refusal brought about a smile on Bestlas face.

”And if i refuse to do so?…. ”.

”Then ill have to stop you with any means necessary ”-Licht firmly responded.

”Even though you would die in the process? ”-Theosmos questioned.

”Ill take my chances Your Highness ”.

After a few seconds of silence, Theosmos puts down his sword and it dematerialized. Recognizing Theosmos act of concession, He withdrew his sword and unsheathed it. Bestla followed by unsummoning Vodyanoy. She then whirls herself backwards to look at Theosmos. ”Wow, to see the Great Grandmaster yield to someone apart from the crown princess, Truly an amazing sight ”.

”GRANDMASTER?!, This man is?!! ”-Licht yells inwardly, questioning the words he just heard.

Bestla saw through Licht and snickers. ”You….Are you saying you did not know who you just pointed your sword at? ”.

”It seems like i am yet to introduce myself ”.

Bestla takes on the role in introducing Theosmos to Licht. ”This man before you is none other than Kairos Great Grandmaster and the most powerful Paladin ever lived, Theosmos Lumen Calnaris ”.

”Im dead ”-Licht declared in his mind, looking dreadful.

”I love the look on your face, I guess i should thank you Bestla for that ”.

”You
e most Welcome ”.Bestla grins, eventually informing Theosmos of her leave and assures Licht of his survival. She left feeling refreshed though she almost died. Bestla and Theosmos often bickered and fought like children, sometimes the fight goes too far, resulting in the clashing of their swords. This was because Theosmos killed her lover, a woman named Renee. Theosmos ended her life due to the tragic fact that she was a traitor. She aligned herself with a group of people, A cult to be exact, who were hell bent on purifying human beings and Immortals such as the Calnaris royal family. In their eyes, they were a stain on humanity and plotted to erase Emperor Talalgan and his bloodline from the earth. The emperor tasked Theosmos with their execution and granted him temporary control of his army. The battle took place in the city of Piris. There were a few casualties, more than 5 thousand innocent people died. Men, women, even childrens lives were lost. Nevertheless, the work was done, The enemies were slain, Renee included. Bestla understood why she had to die but that does not mean it hurt any less.

Theosmos stares at Bestlas back blankly, having no feeling of guilt nor remorse as he recalls the day he slayed Renee and carried her lifeless body wrapped in a white blanket, to Bestla. He snaps out of it when he hears Rava calls his name with his proper title behind him. ”2nd Prince and esteemed Grandmaster, Prince Theosmos ”.

”…..Rava. Its been a while ”.

As soon as Theosmos gaze fell on her she gave a deep curtsy ”Indeed Your Royal highness ”.

”Always so Timid. What is my sister doing right now? ”.

”She is reading a book in the garden Your Highness. She perceived a large amount of magic here and sent me to investigate ”-Replied Rava.

”I see ”.

He continues, directing his words at Paula ”Paula, You shall remain here ”.

”As you wish Your highness ”-Paula nods her head in obedience.

”Your highness, Are you alright? ”-Rava inquires.

”Of course. Do my appearance say otherwise? ”-Theosmos asked flirtatiously.

”…..Shall i escort you to see Her Highness? ”-Rava ignores him.

**Theosmos sighs disappointedly**

”Lead the way ”-Theosmos agrees and follows her from behind.