A Warm Welcome to The New World (2)

— III —

“Umm, Ms. Kiara. It seems these gentlemen have a problem with you, not me. So, it’s nice to meet you… and goodbye,” I said and then walk away from the problem.

As I attempted to make a hasty escape from the tense situation, Kiara grabbed my shoulder, trembling in fear. Her eyes were wide and brimming with tears as she implored me not to leave her to face the danger alone. I was taken aback by her desperation, but I couldn't shake the feeling that helping her would be troublesome.

"But you're here because of me! Please, don't leave me to deal with them alone," Kiara begged, her voice shaking with fear.

“Well, I never ask you to,” I rolled my eyes.

“So, you’re going to leave a meek and innocent girl like me alone?” Kiara grunted.

I chuckled, “That meek and innocent girl is a thief. Justice shall be served, I guess.”

“W-What, seriously? Well, how about this? If you help, then I will make sure you will be well compensated. Name your wish and I shall grant it. Promise!”

I hesitated for a moment, considering her plea. But before I could respond, a loud bang echoed through the air, and something brushed past my legs. I instinctively jumped back, my heart racing as I realized what had just happened. The men in arms had aimed their metal rods at us, unleashing a cloud of white fumes that hinted at the deadly attack they had just launched. What the hell is that? A crossbow with magic? O-Oh boy, if that thing hit me, it would leave a mark for sure.

As the dust settled, I glared at the Witch who had interrupted our conversation. “Finished talking?” she asked, her voice tinged with annoyance.

Now that's not the face that will let me go quietly. Looking at Kiara's face as pale as a ghost, I felt bad abandoning her. I guess, she’s right, she called me into this world. I hate being indebted to someone.

“Hide," I said.

"Wha-What? Where?" Her voice trembled and sounded frightened.

"Anywhere. Just don't come out until everything is over okay?"

"A-All right..." Kiara nodded, hiding in the shadows near the altar.

"Good girl."

With a swift motion, I sliced my wrist and wove my blood into a web of thread. My hair turned white, the sea in my eyes tainted to red. With a flourish, I turned to face the group of men in arms, crossing my arms in an intimidating pose. My heart pounded with excitement as I prepared to face my enemies head-on.

“Are you here to taste death?” I intimidated them.

Uuwh!! My heart pounded when I imagine how the enemy was charmed by my coolness. I always wanted to look cool when I make my first impression of my enemy, just like the dark hero from the novels! But sadly, all the Heroes I fought skipped the introduction and just lunged to kill me.

Now, now, don’t let it in your mind. Let’s figure out how we fought these men in uniform.

The men in arms were armed with deadly metal rods that took time to reload, giving me an opportunity to strike. With no sword or weapon of my own, I needed to use the environment to my advantage.

I quickly scanned my surroundings, looking for any debris or cover I could use to gain an edge. The ruins were filled with crumbling pillars and piles of rubble, providing plenty of hiding spots and obstacles. If I could use them to my advantage, I might just be able to take down the men in arms.

The Witch intimidated me back, “Shut it, girl. We’re only here for the Doctor. If you don’t wanna get hurt, scram.”

Y-Yikes, those eyes were scary! I don't want to mess with her.

"U-uhh, c-can we talk about this instead?" I asked awkwardly.

With a flick of her finger, the Witch conjured up a bolt of lightning and hurled it at me. I dodged to the side, feeling the heat of the blast as it waved my hair. But I didn't have time to catch my breath, as the Witch charged at me with her lightning spear. I ducked and weaved, trying to stay out of range of her deadly attacks.

“Stand still, dammit! What are you, a cockroach?” she yelled, desperation creeping into her voice after executing her combo relentlessly. The Witch's attacks grew more frenzied, more desperate, as she tried to land a blow. But I was always one step ahead, always a hair's breadth away from her spear. And then, just as she thought she had me cornered, I struck.

“You’re absolutely right, Miss. My DNA got infused with a cockroach. And you know, a cockroach is really flexible and agile. That’s why I’m really hard to kill,” I replied, clearly knowing the witch underestimated me.

So, just as she thought she had me cornered, I struck. With one sudden swipe, I sent a wave of blood threads snaking out toward her. They wrapped around her body, coiling tighter and tighter until she was immobilized, unable to move.

“W-What is this? Hey, release me in instant!” the Witch yelled. A Burst of lightning came from her body, but it was useless. my blood thread is at least as powerful as steel. I struck her neck, instantly knocking her down.

“Phew, that’s one down,” I said after tying the blood thread tightly. While at it, I took her dagger and repelled the bullets shot at me. With an awkward smile, I taunted the men,

“Umm, can you guys toss the rods and face me like a man?”

But as expected, the men aimed at me ever furiously. Adrenaline pumped through my veins as I dodged the bullets like a skilled dancer, leaping from one obstacle to the next with the agility of a cat. The sound of bullets whizzing through the air filled my ears, but I remained focused on the task at hand. But these men were relentless, and they continued to fire at me with unyielding determination. I could feel my heart pounding in my chest as I ducked behind a pile of rubble, desperately searching for a way to win in the coolest way.

And then it hit me - I could use my blood thread to swing up to the ceiling and surprise them from above. It would be full of openings, but at least, it looks so cool! While they were reloading, I threw the dagger into the ceiling, tying it up with my blood, and launched myself upwards, soaring through the air like a superhero.

While reloading, the men never saw me coming. As I descended upon them, I snatched up one of their metal rods and shot one man in the leg, knocking him to the ground. The other soldier tried to fire at me, but I was too quick for him. I swept his legs out with a swift kick, then used his body like a battering ram to knock down the remaining enemy. With blood thread I pulled myself closer to the last man standing, kicking him to the sky before swinging his body to the wall. He crumpled to the ground, his ribs surely broken, but it wasn’t a fatal wound.

As I stood over the unconscious men, I chuckled awkwardly, “U-ups, I think I might overdo it a little.” Well, after fighting countless Heroes, I forgot that this is what humans should be capable of. Guess, next time I should hold back a little, wouldn’t want to attract unnecessary attention.

Suddenly, Kiara said, “I-Is everything over?” while peeking out from her hideout.

“Yes, you can come out, girlie," I said.

"Are you sure? These guys won’t wake up anytime soon, right?” she said as she walked towards me unsure. Her feeling mixed with surprise, confusion, and awe.

“For the time being… yes,” I replied. Well, after seeing my power, would she finally leave me alone?

But then she hugged me warmly with tears coming out of her eyes, “T-Thank you so much!! I-I-I seriously thought I was going to die," she cried out.

“W-Wait, w-who said y-you could hug me? H-huh? Hey! How dare you wiped out your snort in my clothes!” I yelled but the girl didn’t listen and just giggled cutely.

Geez, how could I be angry with that cute smile of hers? I smiled at the beautiful diamonds that lay in her eyes, “Hehe, you said you can’t use magic, but aren’t you pretty awesome, my Goddess?” the Girl sneered.

“Don’t sweet talk me. You made this problem, you should solve it yourself. Return what you stole, girlie.”

But Kiara smiled innocently, “But, I stole something from a thief. Why should I turn it back? Anyway, thank you so much! If not for you, I should be dead by now. You’re not only a goddess, you are my Heroine!” she said.

I was going to protest, but when she said something that sweet, I changed my mind. Well, I guess it’s not that bad to be called a Hero once in a while…

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