Aurelia The Huntress

The drop dead silence that enveloped the gigantic hall was broken by the sound of approaching footsteps. The large door made of gold flung open and in came running a young soldier dressed fully in a soldier regalia. He ran to the centre of the hall and fell on his knees with a thud.

“My Lord.” He called out pleadingly amidst heavy pants. On the gold throne that sat in the middle of the room, sat a man with folded legs and closed eyes. His rich garments and well-made hair showed his mighty status.

Slowly opening his eyes, he glared at the guard who had interrupted his quiet time. “Speak!” he commanded gruffly.

“My Lord. The Demon clan started a war. They are on their way here as we speak.” The poor guard reported.

King Garren chuckled, “I didn’t know they would be this fast.” He waved his palm, dismissing the confused guard and then closing his eyes, he returned to his former state. Not long after, another guard came rushing in, reporting that the palace gate had been broken into but this time, King Garren didn’t open his eyes, nor did he listen to him. Two more guards came, starring at their king who was without worries despite the war that was eating his people. Finally, the door burst open and this time, a man dressed in a fiery red robe walked in, carrying a sword whose blade was stained with blood. Behind him were gruff-looking men whose sight made the soldiers cringe in fear.

That uniform… why were the elite soldiers of the demon clan here?

The man in the fiery red robe walked languidly to one of the gold stools and made himself comfortable. “Hello, old friend.”

King Garren remained motionless and the intruder frowned at the fact he was being ignored. “Ignoring me will not save you now, Garren. In case you don’t know, the entire dragon clan is now under my command.”

Finally, King Garren opened his eyes, “Hello, Draven.” He greeted with a sly smile, “It’s nice to finally meet you again.”

“Enough with the pep talk. I need the jade seal.”

King Garren’s brow creased, “Jade seal? You can take it.”

This time, Draven was visibly angry. He drew his sword and slayed the guard nearest to him, “How about you watch your men fall one after the other?”

“It’s of no use. I’ve told you, you can take the jade seal once you set eyes on it.”

Draven disappeared and reappeared just beside the king with the tip of his blade touching the neck of the king, “Are you ready to give it up now?”