Tap!“Hey!” Shadow nodded at Orange who was already nearly done with the last touch-up. “Are you done?” She asked.“Almost.”A distinctive scream was located in the inner garden just on the other side where they were. Finn’s room was just next to the inner garden. It is called the Rose Garden where countless colors of roses were planted everywhere. Ironically, the roses had already been completely annihilated by the monkeys.Countless spells were cast to kill the monkeys. Normally, the monkeys were not able to dodge any attack cast by them. Unfortunately for them, all of them were professional animal soldiers that were trained personally by Shadow. All of them were good at fighting, but mostly, they were so great at dodging and running away.So, after achieving their objective, the monkeys instantly ran away to their designated place. But, they would not stay in one place fearing that the enemy could smell them, instead, after gathering at one place, the monkeys would travel to th
Shadow was beyond speechless. Her eyes fluttered at Orange, silently asking for clarification because she was well-versed in the game.Vicious cycle.The game was also invented by her. It was a famous game that made people go beyond their capabilities. The goal of the game was suicide. It was a befitting punishment to all the sinners that refused to repent and repaid every misdeed they committed. Specifically toward humans or in other words, their victims. The game was simple but the nature of the game was extremely unfriendly and deathly.“The game…” Her lips moved with no sound, was utterly confused.“Yeah. It’s your game but I simplify it.”“With?”“There will be no passport nor healing potion.”“Ha. ha. Ha.” She laughed soullessly. “There are a total of five lives. Each death will be felt in the body regardless of the process. For example, if they died by plunging the knife into the heart, a similar pain will be transmitted into the body. And, they will have to wait for the nex
Shadow sat with Orange while waiting and the more I looked at them, the more she learned not to provoke him for no reason. Orange’s power was extremely unique and the more she made him talk, the more it became clearer. Orange was insanely strong and well-versed in his power. Wan fell short by a small margin because he wasn’t as creative as Orange. The sudden praise wasn’t because he was Shadow’s brother alas she was biased – well, a small part of it – but she was truly amazed. Orange created the game-like setting and helped both the ‘lab rats’ and the executors to have a clear ending. He monitored the game closely and judged it according to his standard. And if by any chance Orange decided to put her inside the book he created, she also didn’t know what to predict. In Wan’s book, he failed to control Shadow because he didn't have this tenacity. She was confident that she couldn’t fool Orange. The man constantly improved his game setting to reach the result he desired. In a way, it
“Muahahaha.” “I feel alive.” “One simply cannot underestimate revenge through a dream. I feel so alive.” “I am loving this.” “My body is still energetic and my mental state is satisfied. What is this even?” “I love blood, so much.” Crazy, Sleepy, Smiley, Smart, Orange, and Mad spoke in that sequence. No secrecy was required when they had already escaped into the Woodland Forest. Shadow soaked in it. She was at the back, enjoying every bit of the conversation among her brothers. Orange was quite in an awkward position as he wasn’t in the same animal category. But, he blended in quite well. “Orange!” Crazy slung his arm on Orange’s shoulder. “Buddy, I really love your attribute.” “You mean… one of my attributes?” He said cheekily. “Holy moly!” Crazy reacted crazily and lived up to his name. “How many attributes do you have, really?” Smart took the liberty to ask the sensitive question. “Well, if you don’t mind stating it. I understand that our attributes are a sensitive to
“Welcome back.” Albert greeted them with a happy smile on his face.The newlyweds greeted them as if they were anxiously waiting for their arrival forever. Including the royal parents. Ibrahim and Aulia were literally waving hands at them and hugging them as if they were missing a war veteran's children that went to war for more than a decade. “We have safely returned, royal father, royal mother.”Including the Hyenas, Orange, and Shadow, they greeted the parents with the correct term for once. “Oh my…” Aulia sniffed happily. “My children had returned after creating chaos for the whole night.” All of them laughed sourly at the backhanded comment. Their mother loved to guilt-trip them while laughing elegantly to camouflage her thoughts. And, by miracle, Smiley had inherited that power. They didn’t know how but he did. Probably because Aulia used to accompany them during their jail time. It was actual jail time. The story was worth another time. Shadow’s attention shifted to Lily a
“Will everything be alright?” Aulia trailed behind her with concerned energy circling them.“... who are we talking to?” She made a sharp turn, at the very first corner she found.“Your brothers.” Aulia clasped her hands together, her eyebrows knitted together, forming a worry wrinkle. “... err which one?” Shadow had a lot of brothers and sisters. She failed to point out which one her mother referred to. Aulia became restless when her daughter had no emotion over this dreadful situation.“Your Underworld’s brothers… and sisters.” Ibrahim helped his wife and belatedly realized that Shadow also had sisters in the Underworld.Shadow snorted and waved her hand playfully. “They will be okay. Just trust them.” She looked away and took another turn.Ibrahim was conscious of where the topic direction was. She walked up to her personal office which was at a different building, located behind the palace. It was the office that he took upon himself to build because he wanted to be closer to
They were at the highest building, next to the sea. Finn had a weird fantasy to have an engagement ceremony next to it and the place had already long been buzzing with life. People came and went away, carrying stuff or anything that beautified the space.The stage was already presented, and the round tables and numerous chairs had been arranged.The engagement ceremony would start as early as eight with the sea view at the back. Much to Shadow's liking.Shadow had camouflaged their presence while watching the arrangement with interest.“Brother!”“Yes?” Three different voices answered her.She inevitably looked in the voices’ direction. Albert, Firash, and Maxim enthusiastically stared at her, asking which one.“Err… Maxim brother.” She corrected herself.“Tsk.”“Hmph.”Two of them snorted and clicked their tongues in annoyance.“Yes, sister?” And Maxim didn’t care because he was the real winner.“Have you asked Ignat's brother to plant the bombs that I created?”“Yes, I did.”She the
Finn couldn’t ignore the nagging feeling inside him. Deep down, his instinct seemed to notice the abnormality that occurred around him. It started ever since Shadow suddenly visited him. Her image from last night was too strong in his head. Her eyes were colored with redness, the color of madness. And if he didn’t know better, he would rather gloss it over as usual. However, he was talking about Shadow. Every action had its own purpose. Shadow was also a tricky bitch.“What are you trying to do?” His brain had to link everything to last night.“Crown prince?” His beautiful cousin tilted her head, her long hair waved to the side. He ignored her but focused all his senses on his surroundings. Still, he found nothing suspicious except for the missing future bride. The people were already murmuring between them, assuming all they wanted.Yet, he focused – it was an omnipresent-aware kind of type. It was hard to describe this foreboding feeling where all he could hear was his own breath
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