CHAPTER III: Hard as Rock

CHAPTER III: Hard as Rock

I couldn't help it but to be surprised. What I'm seeing just astounds me. I assume that all of the creatures that can only be found in fairytales have gathered in one place.

We come across several golems, goblins, imps, dwarves, elves, and even flying sweet fairies as we approach the huge golden gate. They were all busy in their own assigned task. I'm familiar with these creatures because I enjoy watching Disney films and animés. When Raid abruptly spoke, I came to a halt. That was Mr. Pervert's name, according to the lady with him.

He said to Angel, "Can you give our companion a nice dress or else I may not be able to avoid staring at her chest.” He was attempting to stop looking at me, I found. The audacity, though. I wanna slap him 360 degrees right now if I was not only using my hands to cover my breast. 

He's ridiculously a pervert jerk to the heart. His mind is filled with filthy ideas. I just looked at the sky, oblivious to him. I tightened my hold on myself, fearful that he would harass me.

“Yes, Master Raid. I'm sorry. I forgot about it,” Angel humbly uttered.

When Angel opened a portal and took me inside, the three of us came to a halt. We had access to so many clothes. 

“Hey  stupid, hurry up and decide what you're going to wear. Archmaster and the others are looking forward to your return,” Raid told me. He’s going down to my nerves. For the nth time, he called me stupid again.  

I frowned but I didn’t bother myself to give him a death glare. Wait, did he say Archmaster and the others were waiting for my return? Who are they in the first place? And why I am easily trusting these individuals? 

My brows furrowed, but, rather than asking any more questions, I'd rather just follow his command. I need to wear decent clothes first. Oh, I found something that fits my taste in terms of fashion. This one is great!

After exchanging, we exited the portal and Angel closed it. I decided to wear a yellow blouse with a sunflower design. I paired it with a blue skirt. I also replaced my broken slippers with white sneakers and I also wore a new bra. That was the first time in my whole life which someone gave me free clothes and shoes so I took advantage on it. I just didn't change my panties. Well, Mr. Pervert was hurrying me up. 

“You look like a human now,” Raid teased me.

He received a quick snort from me. I just stared at him then continued walking. He’s just a waste of my time. Talking with him was like wasting my precious voice.

Out of a sudden, a lady welcomed us and she bowed slightly to honor our arrival.

“Welcome back, Master Raid!” the lass blissfully  greeted him.

She smiled at us after bowing. She is a little taller than me and has long white hair but does not look gray. Her hair color matched her skin complexion. She has bangs reaching up to her eyebrows.

Her white skin was smooth and there were no pores visible on her face. In short, she has a clear skin. She also has a curvy body and is oozing with sex appeal.

Oh, I envied her two big watermelons in her front. Insecurities alert. But if this a beauty pageant like Miss Universe and we’re competing each other for the crown, I am confidently human with good heart. Kidding aside, she is really a beautiful lady, moving like a princess.

“How are you, Coazen? Where is Archmaster Leonard and the other Celestial Twelve?” Raid asked the beautiful lass.

“They started their training early today, Master Raid. They can't wait for you anymore,” Coazen replied politely.

It seems that no matter how pervert this man is, the women here still respect him. He was called ‘Master’ by Angel and Coazen. Does he hold a high position in this place?

 Meanwhile, another woman entered the scene and she immediately got our attention. My mouth dropped when I saw her right arms suddenly but slowly covered with hard rocks. She ran and rushed to our direction.

“Rock Magic: Heavy Punch!” the woman shouted loudly. She swung her clenched fist and it was about to hit my face but someone immediately blocked the sudden assault. I gasped for an air. Good for me, Raid had stopped it. But still, I could not move an inch.

I am still petrified to where I am standing. The woman tried to attack me again with her other fist covered with rocks while Raid is holding her other hand. 

I could not do anything but to close my eyes firmly. I waited for a powerful blow to land on my face but nothing happened.

 I slowly opened my eyes and saw Raid in front of me blocking all the attacks. I slowly peeked from behind him and saw how Raid resisted the woman's blow. Then suddenly, electricity started to flow from his shoulders to the woman’s body. 

“Tsk!” the woman snorted. It seems that she can nullify the effect of Raid’s magic to her.

“What are you doing, Deborah? Do you intend to— ”

Raid could not continue what he was about to say because all of a sudden, large chunks of rock rained down on us. Raid smashed it all with only his fists.

“Hey, Deborah! Are you out of your— ”

“Stay out of my way. I'm just trying to figure out how much power she has, ” said the woman whom Raid called as Deborah.

I was suddenly taken aback when she threw sharp stares at me.

“Her magic is sealed. There’s no way you can measure the level of her magic. Let’s wait for Suzaine to analyze her stats later,” Raid protested to Deborah.

I didn't understand anything in their conversation because I really didn't understand anything. They were going up to my nerves. My head hurt because them.

“You can’t stop me, Raid. If he is really one of the Celestial Twelve, then she will be able to fend off my attacks. She needs to prove herself that she can defend all the students here when that time comes.” She is determined to exploit me as hell.  

“Rock Magic: Mega Crush! ” Deborah continued.

Two rushing giant stone fists from opposite directions rushed into my direction. I was statuesque to my whereabouts and secretly depreciated. Sh*t! Is she really planning to kill me? And what did she mean by saying I am one of the Celestial Twelve and I need to prove myself? I believe now that magic really exists but I don't even know if I have such thing like that within me or none.

The two rock fists were close enough to hit me but Raid suddenly pushed me away. Angel used his portal magic to move me to his side. Raid intervened with fists and he said some words.

“Storm Magic: Lightning Barrage!”

There was a strong vibration on the ground due to the collision of Raid’s and Deborah’s attacks.

Deborah’s fist rocks turned to powders and they blew into the air. Dust covers the whole place. Raid calmly landed in front of us. He was strong. Awesome. Their fight was amazing, but, dangerous for me. I thought I was a dead meat there.

“Deborah, stop this. She is one of us. She is one of the mages and also one of the chosen Celestial Twelve of Archgoddess Lumia. Welcome her with respect,” Raid told seriously to the woman. Well, I appreciate this side of him but it didn’t change the fact that he’s a jerk.

Even though it was dusty all around, I could still clearly see his very strong posture. I don’t know but he suddenly became cool in my eyes. Sh*t, what was I thinking? I can’t be serious.

Suddenly, there was applause in the distance and the dust gradually disappeared. A tall man with a large physique appeared before us. He was wearing glasses and was obviously old as well. He had companions behind him.