Everyone had already returned to their chambers
It was natural after all. The single most largest act had just taken place since the beginning of their time on the Forgotten Shore.
That boy Sunless killed someone who ruled for atleast 10 years. Someone with a transcendent armor. He put rulers on thrones rather than doing it himself
And his companion?, partner? - well whatever she was to him. That girl Changing Star had figured them a way out.
And one must say that speech she gave was rather motivating. It did rile up roughly everyone in the Castle and from what they knew everyone in the outskirts too was on her side.
They shared their plans with everyone.
The method to seal the dark sea - and the needed memories that they had gathered - oh and on that note.
When it was revealed to everyone that Sunless as he called himself - slew multiple fallen creatures alone and gathered the most of the needed memories. Well - no one would cross him again.
Any way. They revealed the way to the gate way and what they needed to do to get out.
Not many were comfortable with walking into a death battle but the chance to go home, the chance to see their parents again. Their friends, families.
All of that longing was brought out by Changing Star and her cohort.
Well that was what everyone was thinking.
The few others were not so shocked or bothered. That was to say those few others were the cohort members.
...
Sunny lay in Gunlaug's room. He made sure to have someone change the sheets and rested his back against the bed.
'I wonder how many will survive this' - Sunny couldn't help but let out a sigh.
After all these efforts, after all the changes that he made. People were still going to die - that would not change.
He couldn't reveal Saint because we'll he had his plans when it came to her. Knighty was still unavailable. Shelly would arguably crush the entire spire and their gateway.
And birdy, well that was a definite no
His only avaliable option was Serpent and she was going to become his blade - not literal - to save many more lives.
Despite being the one with the greatest combat ability he was also the only one who had the stealth necessary to reach the key holes to seal the sea away.
But that did not mean he could not take part in the battle - all it meant was that he would have to leave before the sea came in.
Kai was much more equipped in terms of armor and so was Effie, Echoes included there was no chance any mishaps would occur.
Cassie to was now able to 'see' and could hold the back line but she still had an equally important side goal.
Sunny was pulled out of his thoughts when a beautiful sleeper walked in - her hair was midnight black and her skin a healthy white unlike his paleness. She walked in and stood in front of Sunny who remained on the bed and observed he through Shadow Sense.
"My lord" - she gave a bow
Sunny woke and sat at the end of the bed - "Yes?"
The girl shifted nervously, clearly uncomfortable - "I... I am here to serve you" - she said quickly
"Hmm? You one of the cleaners? - if so I'll do it myself" - Sunny was confused.
"No sir I am... I was Gunlaug's personal handmaiden" - she looked down shame ridding her face as well as fear - "And I suppose now I'm your's"
Sunny looked at the girl - "Well then it's a good thing he's dead. You may leave and do as you wish"
Her eyes rose and met his - She saw a tyrant , yes, much like Gunlaug - but different. She couldn't explain how but he was.
"Then... I'll take my leave my lord" - She turned
"I don't need a handmaiden with regards to... That type of thing. But if you could aid me with preparations it would be appreciated" - Sunny spoke as she walked away.
The girl turned a grateful smile playing on her face - well girl was a bit of a stretch, she was about 20.
"I will aid you when I can"
Sunny looked away and then felt a presence once more. A female figure walking down the corridor towards his room
A shadow he knew all to well.
He laid on the bed and closed his eyes and peeked through the shadows as Nephis passed the girl in the hall
The girl greeted her and Nephis nodded in return
Sunny could not hear their conversation but it was a swift one as Nephis continued walking after a few moments eventually reaching the door and opening it slowly.
She walked in and saw Sunny laid back on the bed. She walked forward and sat down besides him
"Why are you pretending to sleep" - she raised a brow
Sunny smiled and woke up - "maybe I wanted you to kiss me awake"
"That girl said you rejected her offer for... Indecent activities, Why" - Nephis said with slight agitation as if she wished to burn that girl for even attempting - whether it was he intention of not
"What do you mean why. Because there's only 1 person I want to do that stuff with"
He grabbed Nephis and pulled her against him - he play wrestled her for a few moments and eventually pinned her down.
Sunny sat on her pinning her down. They had made their way towards the pillows so hear head was comfortable enough.
"You look gorgeous down there" - he teased leaning in
Nephis looked up a confused and flushed look on her face
Sunny bent down and planted a kiss on her forehead and then laced her entire face with them.
By the bed Nephis was a blushing mess but Sunny wanting to tease her more hopped of her and sat on the bedside.
She turned her head to his side her breath slightly ragged
"I know I know but we have slightly more pressing matters don't you think?"
She groaned and threw a pillow at him.
He laughed slapped the pillow away - "Where'd you learn to be so childish"
She looked at him a half pout on her face - "You"
"Ah" - he responded plainly before shifting his tone
"Nephis what's your class right now" - he knew but we'll he wanted her to say it.
"I'm 200 or so shards into my demon core, Why?"
"Well I believe most rulers are considered tyrants, no?"
Sunny smiled summoning the bag of holding - He admired Nephis confused look as he flipped the bag
He didn't stop until a minimum of 9000 soul shards fell from the bag
"Well don't stare at them. Eat up"
Now yes he could make her become a Titan but then how would she learn?