The Moonlight Swordsman



A day before Prince's funeral, 

As Aizel and Daisy worked to get breakfast ready, the city of Felgura awoke to a peaceful morning. The soft murmurs of discussion mixed with the scent of freshly cooked meals

Vespara sat nearby, reading books to the kids and bringing the words to life with her beautiful voice.

The people of Felgura went about their daily business, working together in a rhythmic pattern that offered them comfort and a sense of normalcy.

Daisy's awareness perked up as if an invisible alarm had gone off, and she and Vespara quickly moved in front of the kids. 

Vespara gave off a menacing vibe, with her eyes glowing darkly and tendrils of smoke curling around her.

Abruptly, two figures materialized out of thin air, causing everyone in the hall to gasp in astonishment. 

One was a Loli with shockingly pink hair who defied all expectations with her appearance, while the other was a stunning woman with long, dark hair who exuded an air of grace.

"Oh, Alora why are you here? Dr. Shelly, is that you?" Aizel said, breaking the silence in the room.

"Hey Aizel..." Dr. Shelly spoke in a weak voice.

"I am leaving her here. She will be able to learn to use mana comfortably.

"You!" Alora said, pointing her small fingers toward Vespara.

"Teach her well; I am leaving her in your care. If even a scratch comes to her body in your present, you know what I will do, right?"

Vespara's eyes widened with fear as she nodded hesitantly in Alora's presence.

"I am leaving Aizel, I can't stay much longer."

"Wait..

But Alora had already left.

Aizel sighed.

"Come Dr. Sh... I mean Shelly I will introduce you to everyone," Aizel said.

"Guys, this is Shelly; she is my good friend; please take good care of her."

"Hello everyone," 

Vespara hurriedly stepped forward, mustering a smile, and embraced Shelly lightly. 

"Don't feel nervous darling; you are our friend from now on, and you will be in my care,"

"Thank you, Vespara. I have heard a lot about you."

"Oh, really?"

"Alora told me to keep an eye on you. You are not a good influence on Aizel," she whispers slowly in her ear.

Haha.. I am screwed," Vespara thought.

"Hello Shelly, make yourself comfortable. We will serve breakfast quickly," Daisy with a smile, feeling a little relaxed now.

"Yes, thank you,"

"WOAH another beauty...

"I want to marry her ....

"No she will be mine....

"What you losers are spouting....

Children flocked over to Shelly, their eyes wide with glee, and gathered in a circle around her.

"Hello everyone, I brought you something." 

With a friendly expression on her face, Shelly took a handful of chocolates out of her pocket and began handing them out to the kids one by one.

"Woah, it is so tasty...

"What is this? I have never eaten anything like this...

"It seems they loved it," Shelly said.

"Who doesn't love chocolates?" Aizel replied.

"Breakfast is ready, be seated."

Seated around the table, everyone eagerly awaited the arrival of breakfast as Aizel and Daisy skillfully served the dishes. 

Aizel and Daisy joined the group when the plates were set down in front of them. Everyone's hunger roused, and they dove into the tasty breakfast.

"It seems you have really improved here, Aizel," Shelly said.

"Yes, Shelly, but Alora has told you everything about it, right?" Aizel asked.

"Yes, I won't interact with anyone other than you guys here." 

"Now now darling don't be afraid; I will be with you; you don't have to worry about anything," Vespara replied.

"I will be in your care then, Vespara. When is your tournament going to start, Aizel?" She asked.

"It is going to start soon, but I don't know exactly when," Aizel replied.

"How do you know Aizel, Shelly?" Daisy asked suddenly.

"Oh..ahmm.. Aizel and I are old friends. You can consider it as if I was helping him when he lost his memory."

"Who was that small kid with pink hair? Why were you so afraid of her Vespara?" 

Shelly, Vespara, and Aizel's eyes widened after hearing that.

"Don't Daisy," Vespara replied hurriedly.

"HAHAHAHAHA..." Meanwhile, Aizel laughed.

"She is not a kid, Daisy; she is a loli hahaha....."

"Loli? What does it mean?"

"When she appeared next time, asked her about that."

"Okay, I will."

"You! What are you telling her?" Vespara shouted.

"Don't worry, she won't get mad at her."

"Why?"

"Because she is Daisy."

"Then why does she treat me differently?"

"Because you are a hag, hahaha" Aizle mocked again, making everyone laugh at his response.

"Now I have another member who wants to meet everyone," Aizel suddenly said.

"Another?"

"Who?"

"Did you make some new friends?"

The trio exchanged perplexed glances, their voices filled with confusion as they questioned Aizel.

Meanwhile, Aizel silently called for Sekki and placed it on the table, the attention of everyone in the room immediately drawn to the black blade.

"Meet Sekki,"

[Yo! Hello everyone, pleased to meet you]

"woah, the sword spoke....

"Cooool...

"Can every weapon speak too?

The children's voices buzzed with excitement upon hearing Sekki's words, their chatter filling the air with anticipation. 

  Daisy and Shelly observed the sword in awe, their eyes fixated on its enchanting presence.

"Your spirit is already starting to take form. How in Xelgar are you doing this?" Vespara asked in shock.

[Fufu, bow your knees in front of my master]

"Why is your spirit like that?"

"Just ignore that; isn't it cool now? I will be able to perform much better now in the tournament," Aizel said with anticipation.

"Yes, but don't let anyone know about the weapon. You too Sekki, don't talk to anyone.

"You can't let anyone know about your spirit weapon growth. This is really abnormal, and in the tournament, where you will be far away from the kingdom, every single one will covet your weapon.

"And I mean 'Everyone."

Aizel gulped in realization.

[Oye who are you calling a weapon, you puny human?]

[I have a name, Sekki; call me by my name]

"Yes yes, Sekki. The great masterpiece of Aizel, do you want me to do something else too?" Vespara asked while mocking.

[Fufu, it's great you realized it early. You will go far in life, kid]

Vespara's eyebrows twitched.