Leomord finds himself floating in a river. He stares at the clouds above and for a split second, face frowns, as it basks in the sun's light showing off behind the cumulus. He smiles as if it is his first time. Comfort and savoring the morning-feeling, he let himself drown into happiness saying, 'This is only for today.' In a sudden moment, a silhouette of a girl appeared among his vision. Everything in his surroundings turned into bloody red. His eyes were left wide open as he watches the silhouette becomes more closer and bigger. His heart were thumping and his sweat flowing all over his face like he's being soaked in the rain. He cannot move his legs and arms. He cried out, 'What? Who are you?!' The girl in shadow turned around. Her long hair was all in pitch black, her eyes were bloody red, and her smile was of the devil. 'Leo... mord.' She chuckled. 'How far will you keep on holding on to that light?' 'Aggghh!!!' Screamed Leomord as he feel an intense pain inside his chest and it was like his heart was crushed.
He woke up with his chest thumping. It was a nightmare. He finds himself laying in a huge bed inside a dark room 'Gaghh... What in the heavens could that be?' He could remember every detail that was on his nightmare and it really scares the hell out of him. 'Everytime I see you, you were always sleeping!' Selena, in front of him, appeared in all of a sudden. 'What are you doing here?' Asked Leomord. His thoughts were in oblivion but he never let it go off and out of control. 'You don't remember anything? Okay, I saw you left the castle and Vexana and ran into some magicians who utterly crushed you for good. You're lucky I was following your tail or else you could've died.' Leomord frowned 'It could've been better.' 'Why are you always like this?' Replied Selena. 'It's none of your business!' Leomord, without hesitation, rises up from the bed but then Selena grabs his arm. 'Is it because of that lady, isn't it?' Selena asks. Leomord flicked his arm and walks away without a word. Selena, down on her knees, shook her head. 'If only you've known...' her tears are falling from her eyes.
Meanwhile in the Moniyan Empire...
'The Paxleys were late again!' says the Grand Magus. 'As usual. Why would we even need their help anyways?' Asked the Scribe. 'Their sorcery could be a very great help in this operation!' Tigreal replied 'We've also summoned the Baroque family and they're on their way now.' 'I've never been on this kind of meeting before but hell yeah! This means that they've noticed Alchemist Kimmy's importance!' Laughed Kimmy that was sitting in front of Tigreal. On his side, Alucard was sitting, serious and vigilant. His eyes were probing. 'My... my... I'll be shedding some blood on you this time.' Says Natalia the assassin that was talking to a huge golden claw on her right hand. She was sitting beside Alucard. 'What's with this weird lady anyway?' Alucard suspiciously looking at Natalia. 'You got a problem boy?' Natalia notices Alucard but he just rolls his eyes over her. 'Hello my fellow comrades!!!' Guinevere the daughter of the baroque family makes her grand entrance. Everybody turned around and stared at her in awe. Guinevere then proceeded into her seat. 'Where's your brother Miss Violet?' Asked Tigreal. 'He said that he had a lot of errands to run and that he will just try to catch up.' 'I see... So now, everyone's here already except for the Paxleys... so..' 'Wait! What about the Dawn Maiden?' Asked the Grand Magus. 'I'm sure she got the invitation. Should I back this up? Or just...' 'Yes I'm sure it did reach her... she's probably on her way now but let's not waste our time!' Tigreal replied. 'My love...' Guinevere silently wept. Then Natalia taps her on the shoulder. 'Hey, what seems to be the problem young lady?' Then one of the Moniyan Scribes appeared from a rush. 'The Paxley! They've been attacked by the abyssal demons!', Tigreal stood in shock and anger, he smashed the table. 'What?! Tell me about the army! Is the Undead Knight with them? Is he?!', 'No, sir. But the Lord of Lava and two of his subordinates were reported to be present during the attack!', 'This is bad! We should get in there and—' the Grand Magus bangs his staff on the floor. 'In behalf of my commands, I order you to sit, Tigreal!' Tigreal furiously looking at the Grand Magus but then takes his seat. 'I cannot let you handle the recon team anymore! I don't want to repeat the incident that happened a few days ago!' 'But, I promise you! I wouldn't—' 'SILENCE!' the Grand Magus shouted. His powerful voice vibrating inside the room and it almost moved the shelves and the books were near to fall from their places. Everyone resumed to be silent. 'Alucard!' Called the Grand Magus. 'Yes, your highness!' Alucard stands up. 'I want you to lead the recon team along with our blade dancer!' Alucard stares at Tigreal. Tigreal nods and shook his head. 'Yes your highness!' Replied Alucard. 'Oh my.. oh my..' A lady with peach-colored hair appeared at Alucard's back. She's holding two, severed, long swords with thick cables coiling on it. 'Another fruit ripened and harvested... what's the mission Elder Magus?' 'I suppose you already know about it, Fanny!' Fanny chuckled 'Haha! Keep it fresh my beloved Elder! The rookie here's not going to love it!' Fanny taps Alucard's shoulder. The Grand Magus frowned. Then Alucard stares at Fanny with his eyes promoting a hostile look on its face. 'Stay away from me!' Then he rolls his eyes on her and leaves the room. 'Oh... how rude...' Fanny chuckles and she follows Alucard. 'Heyy!!! My name's Fanny!!! What's yours?' But Alucard remained silent, trying not to be bothered by the noisy lady. 'I hate the ruckus of that goddamn woman!' The Grand Magus sighed in relief. Kimmy chuckled. 'Well then, Let us proceed our discussion!' The Grand Magus chanted.
Meanwhile at the Mansion of the Paxley
'Signore, dobbiamo lasciare il palazzo, ora! (Sir, we need to leave this place, now!)' screamed the Enchantress.
'We cannot! We must defend this palace until Gusion arrives.'
Replied Sir Antoinne, Gusion's father. 'But there's no time! Sooner or later, they'll be breaking inside the castle gate!' 'Don't make me repeat! All of us will defend this fort even if it costs our lives! We cannot let them have the dagger!'
A loud explosion resonated outside the mansion gates
'Surround them!' Commanded Thamuz, the Lord Lava.
'I'll be taking the backyard!' Screeched Helcurt, the Nightstalker.
'I'll be leading the front army!' Moskov with his chaotic spear.
'I'm sure they'll be forced to give up the scroll! MINIONS! Die for me!' Commanded Thamuz. The undead army rushes towards the castle gates. 'Keep pounding that barrier until it breaks HAHA!' Laughed Helcurt.
'Shit! We cannot keep this up! Sir, we need to leave, now!' Screamed the anguished Enchantress but Antoinne remained silent. 'Gusion... where are you now?'