The Reaper
- "Stay on guard. They seem to be multiplying with every incantation we throw at them."
Exhaustion weighed heavily on the two girls, their power depleted after battling a horde of formidable monsters.
The creatures were relentless and overwhelming. The girls' frustration mounted as they struggled to hold back the onslaught.
- "This isn't helping. How are we supposed to fight those!!?"
- "I have no idea either. I can't find a weakness we can exploit."
As the echoes of the battle dissipated, a palpable shift in the atmosphere heralded the arrival of two enigmatic figures.
The girls, still catching their breath, turned their attention to the imposing duo.
- "We've come to save the ladies in distress. Fear not, for you're now under the protection of the finest!"
A man with a charming appearance, his blonde hair catching the sunlight in a radiant halo and his aqua blue eyes sparkling with a mischievous glint, stepped forward with an air of self-assurance.
His voice carried a teasing lilt, a playful arrogance that didn't sit well with the girls.
- "Aziel...you p u n k!!!"
The gratitude and relief the sorceresses might've felt, quickly vanished and turned into displeasure upon recognizing their savior.
- "THAT ARROGANCE, I SWEAR!!!"
One of them, fueled by frustration and eyes ablazed with anger, lunged forward, but the other acted swiftly and firmly gripped her friend's shoulder, halting her impulsive movement.
The two girls exchanged a glance, their expression a mix of frustration and defiance.
Gwen
Oh, what joy to see both of you here.
Despite the sarcasm laced in their tone, Aziel remained composed, his gaze unwavering. His calm demeanor clashed starkly against Fay's seething anger.
Aziel
We heard the desperate cries of fellow sorcerers.
Aziel
We just couldn't let those poor souls needlessly suffer. Isn't that right, Ethan?
Behind Aziel, stood another man, cloaked in an air of intrigue, exuding an aura of mystery that seemed to permeate the very fabric of the air around him.
His dark hair fell in sleek waves, but it was his striking ruby eyes that held an intensity bordering on the ethereal.
Ethan
I can't say the same.
Ethan
But seeing that they can still wail, I guess they're fine.
Aziel gave a light chuckle after hearing his friend's nonchalant response, all while deftly fending off the encroaching monsters.
Fay
Urgh...I swear to God!!! You two better watch your back!!!
The disparate personalities of the sorcerers continued to collide amidst the chaos of battle.
Aziel
Oh, I was just about to say that.
An ominous presence loomed behind Fay, casting a foreboding shadow that sent a shiver down her spine.
Sensing it closing in, Fay pivoted to face the impending threat, ready to confront whatever danger lurked behind her.
However, before she could react, a thunderous explosion reverberated through the air, the force sending her stumbling forward.
Stunned, Fay halted, her shock evident as she turned back, her gaze locking onto Aziel with unbridled rage.
Fay
H-HUH!!! ARE YOU TRYING TO KILL ME!!!???
Aziel, seemingly unfazed by Fay's outburst, broke into laughter, the sound echoing amidst the remnants of the exploded monster.
Aziel
I'm guessing that's the last one. We should be done here.
Gwen
{ Although these two are undeniably infuriating, I admit that they're quite a reliable duo. }
Ethan
I'm curious why this mission has been assigned to the both of you.
Fay
Are you underestimating us?
Ethan cast a perceptive glance over their worn-out appearances, his scrutiny piercing through the facade of bravado.
Ethan
Do you need an answer to that?
A burst of laughter erupted from Aziel, his amusement unrestrained. The tension in the air seemed to dissolve momentarily under the weight of his mirth.
Meanwhile, Gwen, sensing Fay's mounting frustration, moved swiftly to restrain her, holding her back from any impulsive actions.
Gwen
It's not just the two of us.
Gwen
We came here with the Reaper.
A sudden disturbance shattered the conversation as the ground trembled. A figure emerged unexpectedly, rising from the earth in a whirlwind of dust and debris.
The abrupt interruption silenced the ongoing discourse, the assembled sorcerers turning their attention to the source of the commotion.
The dust settled in an instant, revealing Ansia suspended in the air, her presence commanding attention to the urgency of the situation.
Before anyone could comprehend Ansia's warning, monstrous entities surged from the earth, their colossal forms shaking the very ground beneath them.
Panic and determination mingled in the eyes of the assembled sorcerers as they braced themselves for the impending clash.
Ansia
A Thousand Swords Divine Punishment.
As Ansia spoke the incantation, an ethereal array of divine swords materialized behind her, suspended in the air with an otherworldly glow.
Aziel
H-Hey...Don't tell me that person is—
Glancing back at the assembled sorcerers, a hint of frustration flashed across Ansia's expression.
Ansia
{ I told them to take cover. }
Without delay, she swiftly cast a protective barrier around her fellow sorcerers, shielding them from the imminent danger.
Refocusing her attention on the monstrous adversaries, Ansia unleashed the full might of the divine arsenal.
The ethereal swords descended like a tempest, their descent swift and resolute, cutting through the air with a symphony of celestial power.
The divine blades cut through the adversaries with unparalleled precision.
Each sword struck its target unerringly, the radiant energy of the divine punishment obliterating the menacing foes in a cascade of ethereal brilliance.
The assembled sorcerers, sheltered by Ansia's barrier, watched in awe, realizing the magnitude of her power and valor.
Ethan
The Reaper... Is that what they call the owner of such power.
Aziel
It sure makes me wonder...
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