The Moonlight Swordsman



Debris, shattered homes, and even entire restaurants floated aimlessly in the air as Soren's influence spread through the mayhem. 

He commanded them downward with a wave of his hand, raining destruction down on the last remaining mage.

*BOOOOOM*

Infused with added gravity, the impact was thunderous, resonating throughout the area. 

The unrelenting force of gravity was on full display as a massive crater began to emerge, its depths increasing with each passing instant.

Soren ceased employing his powers when he saw the bright particles leaving the dimension. 

They signified the mage's demise, succumbing to the overwhelming pressure he had imposed.

The dimension swiftly unraveled, and everyone from Aizel's group was back on the stage in an instant.

"Finalllyyyyyyyy, The Princess Team Has Won the Battleeee...

"YEAH!!!...

"YEAH!!!...

"YEAH!!!...

"YEAH!!!...

Shoka swiftly moved and arrived at Raven's side.

"How was the battle? Did you find it difficult?" He asked.

"Huhhh... Yes, it was a little difficult, but we knew we would be able to win easily." Raven replied.

"Did you think that the princess would be eliminated?" 

"Not at all, but we did our best and won,"

"Alright then, next...

Before Shoka could make a move toward Aizel and Soren, the two of them began to exit the stage, and Daisy followed closely behind.

Raven gave a small, tired smile before turning on her heels and also leaving the stage.

"Well, never mind, we will now move on to the other kingdom's battle."

*****

The four of them reached the balcony of their kingdom.

"Nice work, everyone," Elric Crestfall said, and everyone nodded one by one.

"Let's head back now. The second round will start tomorrow. If you like to watch the other teams battle, you can do that from the castle too," Raigun Redmont said.

"Yes, we should head back now." Zareena also nodded with Raigun. 

"Then Ashlyn, please."

Ashlyn swiftly conjured the portal, and one by one, they began to depart. Only the King and Elric remained behind.

"Huhhh.. finally," Aizel said with a yawn as he entered the hall of the castle.

"Now I would like to take a good long nap," he said, and he left toward his room.

"Everyone should take some rest. We will meet later," Zareena said.

One by one, everyone started to leave. Suddenly Hazel took Daisy and Seraphine's hands and started to lead them toward her room. 

"Let's chat and sleep together." She said.

"Ahh... Okay," Daisy replied.

The girls swiftly entered the room.

"How was it, Daisy, fighting in a team battle?" Hazel asked.

The girls quickly sat down on the bed. 

"It was good. I hardly did anything," Daisy replied.

"No... you were really good. Your mana sensing was really good, and that shot you took with Aizel was amazing." Hazel said, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"I really love how Aizel uses so many things to his advantage. Even using plants in combat," she further added.

"Does he have more things like that?" 

"I really don't know. Only Vespara knew about it. She helped him while preparing all those tools." Daisy replied.

"What about you, Sera? Are you feeling well?"

"Yes, it will take some more time before my core energy gets refilled," Seraphine replied.

"You missed fighting in the team battle, righttttt?"

"Ahem... no,"

"Hihi.. liar,"

*****

[Master, should we watch other matches?]

"We can do that, but I think we should instead train and try to use more skills and techniques.

"I still can't use the power to my utmost advantage for now," Aizel replied.

[That is also good, Master.]

Following that, Aizel conjured another loop and immersed himself in further training, honing his mastery over his imaginative abilities.

As time went on and night came, Aizel came out of his room. He stretched his legs and yawned before starting to wander through the castle hallways.

"Where are you going this late at night?" Zareena asked. She was standing near a small balcony, glancing towards the city and the night sky.

[Damn it, all of the people, we bump into this bitch]

"I can't sleep, so I am roaming around," AIzel replied casually.

"Is that so? Or are you missing Daisy tonight?" She asked with a mischievous smile.

"Hmm... you can think like that too." 

Aizel slowly walked and stood beside her on the balcony, glancing outside.

"Answer me honestly, You didn't have any idea to go and serve the Queen of Theodora after her offer?" She asked.

For a moment, Aizel glanced towards the stars in the sky and then replied, "I would be lying if I said no here.

"But I know nothing comes for free like that," Aizel replied.

"Exactly, there will be many more people who will get interested in you, once the tournament gets over. 

"But always remember, this is Xelgar," Zareena said.

"What about your father, then?" Aizel asked.

"He is the same. Everyone wants a good mage under them. He considers you and Soren the next sword emperor and war god."

"What about you, then?"

"Me... haha, I am not even close to him. Even if I can beat you in the battle, he will always give you priority."

[Beat you, my ass, fucking bitch; we will nail your ass down to the ground in seconds]

"If I am not wrong, you were the only one who got eliminated today, right?" Aizel asked.

Zareena's brows twitched a little after hearing that.

"Hehe...." Aizel walked back and started to leave the hall.

"Should we head back to the apartment, Sekki?"

[Yes, Master, let's take a breather]

"But the point is, if we disappeared from her, wouldn't they realize it? And so many high-grade mages are present; they might detect something when we teleport to another world, right?"

[You are right, Master. Should we ask Alora?]

Oye Alora, are you here?" 

"Alora....

"She isn't responding." 

At the same time on Earth...

Alora was sitting on the couch. Surprisingly, the screen remained dormant, and the TV itself was in a state of rest.

Before her, a man knelt, his forehead pressed firmly against the ground.

"How long do we have to wait, Master?" He asked.

"Even if you have found the place, we are not strong enough to raid it," Alora replied.

"But Master, after the young lord, only you are strong enough. And young lord is already de..

"I said no. I won't help you or others raid the place. I am not even leaving this world." Alora said.

"So are you going to forget everything that the young lord and the madam did for us?" The man asked.

"I don't want to get involved again. I barely escape with my life. 

"I am not powerful enough," Alora said.

"T-then master, what are you doing here? At least you can come and live with us."

"No. I have things to do here. Now you are free to leave and don't come back again. You will only increase the chances of other people finding out about this place."

The man struggled to speak more. He quickly stood up and bowed, then disappeared in thin air.

Alora sighed in relief after that.

"It's strange how quickly these guys found the place. Even if it's real, why do they think they can raid that place so easily?" Alora ponder.

Alora...

"Oh.. Sorry, I was busy with something," Alora replied.

"If you bring me now back from here, will anyone would be able to notice my presence gone?" Aizel asked.

"No, don't worry about that, do you want to come back?"

"Yes please,"

"Okay...

In the blink of an eye, Aizel showed up in front of Alora in his apartment. She ran up to him and hugged him so tightly that he was stunned for a moment.

"Oi oi oi little kid, what happened?" Aizel asked.

"I missed you,"

"Awww, that was nice to hear. I am really surprised you are not watching any k-drama right now."

"I don't have the mood for that," she replied.

"So what would you like to eat then?"

"Anything,"

"Hehe.."

Aizel hastened to the kitchen, where he swung open the refrigerator door, only to discover its barren interior.

"Huh... Alora, it's empty. I guess we have to order something," Aizel said.

"PIZZZAAAA" 

"Alright,"

Aizel quickly called to order pizza, and then he walked into the living room and sat down next to Alora. This time, they decided to watch a local news show instead of a K-drama.

After 20 minutes...

"knock knock"

"It's here..."

Aizel quickly opened the door with a little excitement. But as soon as he saw the person standing there with the pizza, his excitement quickly faded.

"Well well well... this is interesting. Never would I thought I will meet you again," The person said a creepy smile on his face.

[HOLY FUCK... MASTER THIS GUY...]

"So you work as a pizza delivery boy?" Aizel asked.

The man's brows twitched a little after hearing that.

But suddenly he took a deep breath and showed a gentle smile.

"I am not like what I used to be before. You can say that I am paying for my sins now,"