(Ho ho ho.)Every ear that picked that bitter laughter perked up, fluttering their eyes in bewilderment. The voice belonged to someone who was extremely quiet and only stuck to his teammate. (Ha ha ha.)Again, the voice filled in their earpiece. No one dared to say anything, including Hisoka, Smiley, and Black. This particular individual was hard to approach and highly secretive. His cat-like face was a cherry on top because as he was famous for being similar to a cat, his behavior was similar to a cat.Some said that if they put this man and the cat next to each other, they would never see any differences. (Ha ha ha. Lock on!)Again, the voice filled in the earpiece.(Are you done, Sweetie?)Captain interjected the moment the voice spoke another aside of their never-ending laughter.(Yes, Captain. Waiting for your command.)The husky voice – contradicting his code name – shifted to serious. A small sound of scrap metal ghostly echoed in the background. Seemed like he was adjusting
“That is not – by any means – a complaint, My Holiness.” Immediately, Farizad defended himself and the two boys. (Hah! Whatever. Thanks for the hard work, though. Take a rest for a while.) Thankfully, Shadow didn’t reprimand them. (Petal and Psycho, you too. Thank you for your hard work. Without you, my plan will be in jeopardy.) But, Petal, Psycho, and Farizad knew enough. Even without them, the plan would be in motion with different execution. After all, Shadow was a genius. (What should I do without your power, Shepherd?) It was extremely sincere coming from Shadow. But, Farizad swallowed his snort and hummed. To be fair, Farizad’s power wasn’t as exceptional as Shadow made it to be. It only worked once he had direct contact with the target, unlike Shadow who could command them even from afar. Hence why he had to go down personally and cultivated the relationship between them to make it as natural as possible, unlike Shadow. She didn’t have to personally be buddy-buddy with
“Oh shit. I don’t remember.” He mumbled low.Cecile deepened. “Aha! See–”“What about you?” He countered her with the same question.“What about me?”“Yeah, you. We went on a mission together.”“I know. I also returned at the same time.”He tilted his head. “Then, did you remember anything?”Cecile looked at him as if he was crazy. “Of course, I did. Me and Arman reported our findings to the lord.”The lord nodded his head as an eyewitness. “Really?” Something ominous spread inside him.“You went missing as soon as we returned. Only two weeks ago we reconnected.” Arman, who was staying silent, opened his mouth at last.“Yeah. The time your reappearance and the hearsay started circulating matched.” Cecile immediately drew the conclusion. “I beg your pardon?”All eyes already narrowed at him.“What have you done, Qusyairi?” The lord’s deep voice resonated inside the closed space and vibrated the wall.The people immediately dropped their gazes and shut tight their mouths from spouting
The sudden smoke blanketed the whole fort in and out. A sudden low air made them wonder, still, no one dared to voice out their worry afraid that would jinx their expedition. Some might think the situation was unlinked, but not Hadi.For Hadi, these conditions were ideal for a surprise attack because the concealment inside it came in handy. Furthermore, their enemy was also in a similar state as them. It was by sheer luck that the intel provided by the insider became their best lead because the sources given by the enemy turned up shit. Who would have thought that he was freed from the brainwashing also because of the insider, right? Whoever it was, Hadi would be forever grateful. (We’re in position.)Aminuddin – his left hand’s voice crackled through comms.Hadi raised his binoculars to do final recon on the entrance forte and spied the rest of his subordinates with their green camouflage gear and heavy-colored assault rifles. Everything was under his prediction except for the smo
Shadow clutched her fingers tightly at King’s man, laying on her stomach atop that lion. Both of her legs hugged King’s back and clung to him like a koala. By now, the assaults from Team B had begun. The convened slurred into her eardrums and went straight to her head. Even if she believed them, her heart wouldn’t stop worrying unless she examined the situation directly.“Stupid Shadow. Your brothers and sisters are doing fine.” A deep voice created by Shadow scolded herself.“But I’m worried, bohoo!” This time, her tiny voice responded.“Stupid, they can handle themselves just fine.”“I know, I know. I still want to oversee the situation.““Can you please trust them? They are grown-ups. Obviously, they can handle themselves.”“But, I’m worried.”“Stupid Shadow.”“Hey! I’m not stupid. You are!”“Hahaha. Stupid Shadow, talking to herself.”“Hey, that’s not nice.”The two different frequencies of voice which came from the same person echoed alone. It weirded even King and Double to the
“Stay close to me.”Lily nodded behind him.They both ran toward their targets led by their noses. In beast form, their hind legs kicked the ground, and with guns in their hands, they shot every enemy that dared to block their way. Refused to engage in any meaningless fight.“Six above.”“Five behind.”Lily and Albert communicated easily as they lodged the bullet inside the gun. Without stopping, they looked at each other and at the same time, finished reloading their guns. “You take the above.”“You… behind.”They spoke at the same time. A deep understanding penetrated each other’s eyes. With a single nod, Lily slid down to the floor while Albert hopped from the ground and climbed the trees.While sliding, Lily protected Albert’s back. Easily, she aimed at the nearest enemy’s head and shot.Puk!One down.Using her strong arm, she pushed her body off the ground while aiming at the next enemy.Two down.Another at her back.Not a problem.Three down.Another lunged toward her while t
The enemy continued to fall down – dead. Marching forward, he had wasted more than a few dozen bullets provided by Smart Hyena. These people had not expected the submachine gun that could kill them. No normal guns, rifles, or submachine guns could do anything or even grace their tough skin for very the least. So, when they saw their friend die in the front row, the panic was bound to rise. That’s where Albert’s people were coming strong.Taking advantage of the chaotic atmosphere, they safely bestowed them with death. It’s either they or the enemy. And as Albert’s said, they couldn’t afford to sustain any heavy injury. They were in the middle of the enemy’s forte. Hence, even if they were viewed as cowardly mercenaries, the tale was told by the winner, not the truth.However, it consumed a bit of time to march forward to the uncertainty. It’s been more than years since he was here. His hazy mind couldn’t refresh the whole garden even though he had studied previously.(Psst… psst… Li
Inside the palace, Albert lowered his body and enhanced his senses. Vision, hearing, smell, and touch. Everything was activated to the max. His chaotic mind calmed down after exercising his breathing technique taught by Shadow. A deep breath, held for two seconds, and released it. Repetitively. A beastman like a wolf or any feline and a dragon had exceptional senses. However, his senses were honed by Shadow. It wouldn’t be arrogant to say that his senses were superior to any of them. Not only that, but his speed was also great.They lined up along the wall, hugging their submachine gun tightly. His heart was pounding more than usual. While eyes trained on Albert, their eyes twitched and moved around. The castle was eerily quiet as if it was abandoned but the clean furniture insinuated that this place was potentially occupied.For Albert, this place was like torture. This castle was exactly as he remembered. The abandoned castle at the north. No one should know about the arrangemen
Black and Teal landed at the training ground where Shadow was. Their clean attire fluttered around, eyes focused on Shadoe who was harassing her sparring partners which consisted of Albert, Firash, Aidan, Dhia, and also Musa. Watching those people's haggard faces and tattered clothes, Teal covered her mouth as a nostalgic feeling crept under her skin. It was not a great experience. Although, it increased her prowess, power, ability to wield her GIFT, and strength. Still, it wasn’t a pleasant experience knowing how brutal Shadow could be. “I think we need to rescue them.” “Should we?”Black mumbled while stroking her chin while Teal shivered at the thought alone. Then, both of them wavered their hands as those people took notice of them and pleaded with their eyes.“Should we?”“... we should, should we?”Black asked cunningly and Teal sighed in resignation. If they don't save them, they might hit their limit soon. In normal circumstances, it would be ideal, however, not right now.
“Hmmm… are those the ships that we need to destroy?” “Apparently so, Blue.”“Seriously?”“Yup, yup.”“... that thing is gigantic. What the…” “Fu fu fu. Believe me, I thought so too, Blue.”Blue and Pink were standing right in front of the naval ship. Blue was standing on top of the ice he created while Pink was flying, fluttering her flower’s wings behind her back.They were in the middle of the sea with nothing in it. They were sure that the mermen would be ambushing. They expected it to a certain extent, however… what they didn’t expect was the oblivious approach.The naval ships filled with countless beastmen, no. hundreds of confused beastmen. Both Pink and Blue didn’t smell particularly strong.Blue seemed delighted but Pink was quite vexed. “Did we get the weakest link?” She flipped open her paper fan and fanned it harder.“I don’t know. Feels like I am in heaven.”Pink gnashed her teeth and glared at her partner.“What?” Blue acted innocent.“You and your stupid attitude.” S
“Look. there’s an ass picture of the supposed dragon lord.” Green mumbled next to White.“I can see that, Green.” White tried to control her lips from vomiting.“Just alerting you.”“Thank you.”Green and White were disguising themselves as a wizard and a witch. Wands at each hand.“Young man,” a soft touch was placed on Green.Green reflexly turned his head at the old lady next to him. His green eyes dilated a mere second before a sweet smile emerged. “Yes, beautiful lady?” “Ho ho ho,” the old lady that looked not more than 70 years old radiantly chuckled. “How sweet you are.” White looked away, acting like Green and she wasn’t related. The old lady might appear 70, but she knew better, that the old lady was centuries old.“Do you know what is the meaning behind this painting?”Green stroked his chin, pondering at the ass painting – again, the supposed dragon lord. He wasn’t sure what to say. It was literally the buttcrack of Ferdinand. How’d he know? The description was literall
Bzzzzzzt~The sharp sound of electricity traveled across the metal factory.Unlike Grey and Brown, their destination was a metal factory. Thanks to kind-hearted Grey, they changed their destination. It was the closest and it was on the ground.Everyone knew Orange didn’t do well underground due to old trauma. Hence why Grey decided to give in. As always. Also, they all knew that Orange was Grey’s favorite. Of course, Grey denied the claim and the issue died there. As usual.They strolled inside as if they were visiting the factory, not invading. Meanwhile, the enemies were panicking.“Abad’s been hit. There’s someone out here–” The voice that was shouting through the radio before cutting out. Huh? The fuck? Abad’s hurt?“Captain Ayham, the left side is clear,” Barqi said right after that. “We’re moving, heading to the main pathway.” Ayham gritted his teeth.He was in the controller room. CCTV captured the activities inside the factory. However, the place where the enemies were situ
Tap! Both of them landed right in the middle of the nothingness. It was barren. Sand, rock, and cactus. That’s all.It was a freaking desert.“This is the right place.” Brown adjusted his mask.Grey raised his arm into the air and pulled out his middle finger and felt the air.“Why must that one?” Brown was tired of his antics.“As long as I can do my work,” retorted Grey nonchalantly. “What about your situation?” Slightly turned his head at Brown.“I have a clear vision.” Brown closed his eyes, feeling the movement underneath. “How many?” He tilted his head. Something was wrong. The weather felt wrong for some reason. The density of air was different than usual.“Approximately 50 beastmen on each floor. I could be wrong.”“And how many floors do they have?” He opened his eyes and stared at the sky.“Approximately… three.” Grey counted the clouds in the air. “Three? Are you sure?” Brown tilted his head and set his jaw, feeling the vibration even the smallest one. “Wait a minute!
“Wild Bunny, gather!” Black clapped her hands, calling the rest of the restless members.“What are we? Fucking school kids?” Orange murmured silently, his steps still trudging toward Black.“Shut your stinky mouth.” Brown clicked his tongue.“What a fool.” White shook her head.“You’re the last thing I want to hear.” Teal groaned.“We ain’t fighting.” Pink pushed both their heads at once while walking past them.The rest of them were laughing inwardly.Once they gathered, Black placed a transparent bowl with numerous folded papers in it. Her black eyes latched on each one of them, wriggled her brows petulantly.“As usual, we’ll choose our area the Old Way.”“Ugh! I hate it.” Blue murmured amongst them. The voice filled with annoyance.“We must use this method to ensure fairness, Blue Bunny.” Blue rolled his eyes shut and slumped his head on Pink’s shoulder.“I’ll pick the paper for us.” Pink raised her hand.“Me… will do.” White raised her hand as well.Gold nodded at Black.“Alright
Flashback! “Hey! Do you want to hear a secret?” Shadow asked right after her wedding took place.All the Underworld family gathered around. A secret? Just you, and the rest of us? Ehe., hehehe. Oops. sorry that had to come out. Go on.” Brown and Orange clasped their hands in full happiness.“What is it?” Black swallowed hard. “Don’t tell me…”“Something is wrong.” Captain from Mandrill Monkey arched his brow in anticipation.“I also can feel it in my dick.” Daddy from Mandrill Monkey stroked his chin.“God damn it, Daddy.” “I am only telling the truth. My dick can feel it.” He had no remorse, no shame.“Please don’t talk about that in the open, I guess?”“About what? Dick? Why? Because we have ladies here?”“Yes, and it is inappropriate.”“Why? They can talk about their vajayjay if they want to.”“Damn it, Daddy! Stop it!” Captain clasped his mouth and dragged him away.The rest of the Mandrill Monkeys were cackling as if there was no tomorrow. “After analyzing the movement of the
“Sniff… really?” Phantom rubbed his nose against Shadow’s neck.“Yes. I can’t live without you. I swear.” She tried to appear convincing.“But will you die?” He was adamant about Shadow’s life.Why wouldn’t he? He was there when Shadow was at the bottom. He was there when she was suffering. He was there when she died hundreds of times. He could do nothing but watch her from afar. He had no physical body nor the capability to protect her. He was a mere artificial intelligence living in the system. “Phantom… I will cease to exist following the promise of the previous lord. Abah. I can’t die before that. My body has been programmed to do so.”It was her sad life. Cease to exist. She would never experience death like others. She would cease to exist when the time was calling. Her death would be a mysterious death. A sudden death. Abah had promised her up to 1000 years old. She knew her body couldn’t hold that long. According to her calculation, she had 800 years more to go. Plus and min
“Have you improvised their ID card or something?”Shadow turned her head at her desk. Phantom was seen sitting on top of his folders, crossed legs, and caned his chin with his hand. He was grinning wide.“You’re here?” Shadow rested her head on the visitor chair in front of her desk.Phantom’s foot was wagging back and forth, right in front of Shadow. Yet, the girl said nothing to reprimand him. She was just extremely.Phantom waved his hand, some sort of greeting or whatever.“No, the upgraded version. As soon as the card seeped into him, his whole existence was inside the system.” She answered.“When did you develop the new version?” It piqued Phantom’s interest.Shadow merely scoffed and shut her eyes. “Mind checking how well the information settles in?” She meant all the information regarding Amari’s body.It felt like time stopped momentarily. Phantom lost his smile. The usual playful vibe was killed. Phantom killed it. Anger gradually flamed inside his eyes.“Whatever you mean