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Chapter 18: The Makeshift Trap
Shaking a small glass vile, a few pills fell out into Chiri’s palm. Concentrating on the scrolls in front of her, she did not spare a glance to consider the dosage before popping them into her mouth.
Stolen from the medical unit, the pills eased the pain of the multiple injuries Chiri had received over the last two days. She chewed on them distractedly. They were large and bitter but were the only thing she had consumed that day, so she shallowed without minding the taste. The wounds proving too agonizing to allow her to sleep, Chiri had been granted ample time to plot her counterattack on the Mare.
Sitting crossed legged on the corse wooden floor, Chiri’s eyes moved steadily between the documents and the overlapping hexes drawn across the closet room. Their dizzying patterns strewn over every wall, each were complex and meticulous by design. Her amber eyes narrowed as she compared each sigil and rune. Taking great care to scrutinize each protection, lure, and the re
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“Chi Chi?” called a familiar voice “Hey Chi, wake up!” Chiri’s eyes fluttered open. Blinking away the sleep, she stared directly into the bright energetic blue eyes of her brother in bewilderment. Propping herself up, Chiri found herself sitting on the floor of what appeared to be a very well stocked closet. The size and form vaguely reminded her of somewhere she recognized, Chir thought for a fleeting moment of the Night Gate. Although, she was uncertain as to why. “Honestly, how could you fall asleep in such a place?” Horus reprimanded. Standing tall over her, he was dressed smartly in a crisp white and sky-blue Day Gate uniform. The Alliance crest emblazed proudly in gold thread on the breast of his jacket, evidence of his status as a full Guardian. It filled Chiri with an odd mixture of pride and sadness, which hung heavily in her chest. “We’re going to be late.” He urged again, taking Chiri by the elbow and lifting her to her feet. Exasperated, h
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 20: Sweet Dreams pt.2
Frantically looking around in the dark, Horus leapt into a defensive stance. Alarmed when he did not immediately see Chiri, he called out “Chi?” The sound of his voice pulled Chiri from the daze of her ruminations. Realizing she had fallen behind. Chiri paused, momentarily stumbling as if the lack of light had only just begun to affect her. Separated by some seven or eight paces, Horus stepped in her direction. Only to freeze mid stride, too terrified to progress further. The gap between them remaining, Chiri turned slowly to regard what had provoked such an extreme reaction from her brother. There, like floating lanterns, were two angry yellow eyes. Its pupils, merely thin slits, they darted between the intruders. Decidedly, coming to rest on Chiri, its eyes narrowed with a threatening hiss. Becoming painfully aware of her heart rate quickening, the giant serpent was very near to Chiri. Careful to take a few calm breaths in order to slow its tempo, she star
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 21: Intervention
Cazer’s presence did not go unnoticed as he advanced through the halls of the Night Gate with Captain Lance Armistice hot on his heels. Rarely see together under normal circumstances, the two were possibly the most unlikely pair one would expect to see within The Alliance; much less amongst the ground floor corridors of the Night faction.It had been scarcely an hour since Lance Armistice had stormed into Cazer’s office. Much to the protestation of Amelia, the Captain had demanded an audience. After immediately launching into a myriad of colorful and slanderous accusations, he had obviously reserved for the occasion, Lance finally arrived at the climax of his grievances. Although, not easily discernable between his many reprises of ‘villainy’, Cazer gleened that it involved a recent incident which had endangered a few of Lance’s trainees.Discovering himself the reluctant victim of the repercussions of his wife’s antics once again. C
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 22: Lack of Self
Crossing over the threshold the shadows dispersed at Cazer’s feet. Fleeing to whence they came, only Chiri was left. Still writhing against the remnants of her lingering nightmare, Cazer could see the beads of sweat on her brow as he knelt next to her.Attempting to release Chiri from her daze, he placed a hand on her shoulder. However, startled by the sudden sensation of his touch, she jolted from her sleep. Slapping Cazer across his face in an act of defense, he felt the hot sting of a cut on his cheek. Unfazed, he looped an arm around her back calmly. Pulling her into him tightly, he secured Chiri’s arms at her sides to mitigate the risk of another injury to either of them.It was then that Cazer noticed with some fascination, the subtle gleam of a tear sliding down the curve of her face in the dim light. Captivated, he followed its course, watching as it quivered on her sharp chin. Shaking as though in trepidation, it teetered there for a moment, before
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 23: Nearest Temptation
Still slung over his shoulder. Chiri cursed between pained grunts, “Cazer, you rotten son of a bitch, put me down!”Ignoring her complaints, he kicked open the doors to the Director’s quarters forcefully to reveal a surprised Amelia. “What- “she suppressed a shriek upon their sudden and unconventional entry. Although Chiri could not see Amelia from her ungraceful perch atop Cazer’s shoulder. Chiri could easily imagine her expression as she began to take in the situation. She could sense the change from bewilderment to disgust the moment Amelia identified her.Composing herself, the swift modification in her voice as she addressed Cazer notable, it became sweeter than sugar. “Director, you’re injured!” she cried. “How dare someone hurt you.”“It’s just a scratch.” He replied dismissively, progressing further into the room.Putting the pieces together, she began “That
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 24: Instructor
Allen poked at the yolk of his fried egg absentmindedly. Watching the yellow liquid slowly pour out, he hardly heard Morose and Tristan as they exchanged notes on an upcoming assignment.It had been over a week since they reported the issue with the Mare to Captain Armistice. Other than a gruff confirmation from the Captain that the spirit had been eliminated shortly after, they had heard little else. It made sense that they should be kept in the dark. Since, their status as trainees allowed them little authority on matters. However, Allen was beginning to feel troubled by the secretive nature of The Alliance. Not only in this matter, but always in regard to his inquiries as well. Other than common pests such as murland moles, jungi beetles, and the odd willow-wisp on the farm, he had relatively few encounters with magic until coming to the Alliance headquarters. Still finding its rules and complex internal affairs foreign, Allen heaved a sigh of exhaustion just
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 25: Challenge Issued
The crowd parting readily as the Banshee approached. They closed the gap behind her, drawing nearer to the anticipated nucleus of the action. Fueled by their excitement several trainees pushed forward, vying for spots with better visibility of the match. Even Morose, who was sandwiched between Tristan and himself, stood on her toes to see over the few heads in front of them. Indiscreet whispers spread, as the Witch halted at the center. Giving the onlookers a bored once over she announced loudly “You brats will be lucky if I’m the scariest thing you ever face in your lifetime. Whoever is stupid or brave enough to step forward, do so now.”It was not long before a few Hunters responded to her challenge. Provoking a cheer from the crowd as they entered the dirt of the arena. Sauntering in with overt bravado, were eight built men, whom Allen identified as being part of the Third Division. Having witnessed only briefly what the Witch was capable of
Moon Gate Guardians Chapter 26: Challenge Accepted
Since that night with the Mare, things had taken an unexpected turn for Chiri. She had never expected to find herself tussling with trainees, merely a week later.The conclusion a meeting of the Alliance Council. It was due to her involvement and Lance’s loose lips that its members sought to come together so urgently. Confined to the Director’s quarters throughout the proceedings; Lance Armistice had apparently sung like a canary in front of a full panel of directors and administrators about the incident. However, there was one unexpected twist to his story, and that was his proposal to employ Chiri as an instructor.Presenting a strong argument for how her various talents could better be put to use for more academic purposes, the motion had been met with surprising consensus by Gate representatives. Not excluding her own husband, whom to her displeasure, sided in favor of the suggestion. Stating simply to Chiri, after she was informed of the decision, that
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