(Flashback).
(At Orbxico in the dark alleyway).
Anastasia: "My slave is somewhere near by."
*She senses Kaien's distinct energy signature, which is currently emanating from the Middle Corporation, a specialized police department located within the jurisdiction of Orbxico. She recalls sending Kaien to a man residing in Orbxico, where he was supposed to assist him with various tasks.*
(End of Flashback).
Anastasia: "Why do you have my slave?"
*She gazed at the two young men, but realizing they were locked in a fierce battle, probably over Kaien, she quickly shifted her attention.*
Mochizuki: "So you're Anastasia."
*He recalls Adriana having a conversation about Anastasia, specifically mentioning that she was planning to come and get Kaien.*
Kaien: "Let her take me..."
*He says it weakly, still reeling from the paralysis that set in after he contracted the disease from Mochizuki, a consequence of using his healing powers to save Mochizuki's life.*
Mochizuki: "You're the one who helped me..."
*He recalls breaking free from the debilitating disease that had paralyzed him, but also distinctly remembers someone making physical contact with him, raising the possibility that this person somehow took the disease away from him. He quickly wraps his arms around the injured teenage boy, holding him securely as he shifts his gaze to Anastasia to a mixture of shock and disgust as he realizes that Anastasia is a malevolent person who needs to be dealt with.*
Anastasia: "So you're planning on taking my slave? He's just a sex slave and nothing more. You don't want him."
*She glares at him with an intense, piercing gaze while gathering a mere five percent of her energy, which she carefully focuses to form razor-sharp, crimson-hued blades that seem to shimmer with an inner light.*
Ashton: "..."
*He decided to activate a device he had created for a buyer, pressing a button that sent intruders fleeing from his laboratory. The device was designed to teleport everyone away from the area, and judging by the sudden emptiness, it had worked as intended.*
Ashton: "That worked time to clean up the mess."
*He glances over at the blood-stained floor, the memory of the injured teenage boy from earlier still fresh in his mind, and he can't help but feel a strong, lingering desire for him.*
(At the forest in Orbpan).
(In her mind).
"So that freak in the gas mask sent me to a different location away from that boy who's holding my slave."
*As she pulls out her cellphone to check the notification, her eyes widen in alarm at the message from her kingdom. The words 'Orbran under attack by Orbussia' flash on the screen, and her grip on the phone tightens with a surge of anger and concern. She knows that Dark Orb King has long coveted her land, and now it seems he has made his move. Her mind racing with strategies and defense plans, her main focus shifts to protecting her kingdom at all costs.*
"I guess that piece of shit could have my slave for now."
(Out of her mind).
*She instantly teleports to Orbran, expending ten percent of her energy in the process.*
(At the underworld facility).
The Black Figure: "It seems that Mochizuki, failed into persuading, Ashton or maybe something must've happened."
*He glances discreetly over at Takumi, his eyes lingering briefly on his comrade's face while he remains shrouded in the darkness.*
Takumi: "If you truly believe that this guy, Ashton should be apart of our group then I'll go."
*With a calm and collected demeanor, he utters the words as he steps through the shimmering portal that leads to the realm of Orbxico.*
(At Orbxico in the forest).
*Holding on to the injured teenage boy tightly as he gazes at him with deep concern, the fear of losing him etched on his face.*
Mochizuki: "That bitch is gone. So I guess is time to get you to the hospital."
*He whispers it softly as he gazes at him with a gentle expression.*
Kaien: "No one is going to heal me these wounds can't vanish until the two months are up. My name is Kaien by the way."
*He says it softly, his voice barely above a whisper.*
Mochizuki: "I'm Mochizuki."
*He smiles at him as he recalls the woman and wonders why she hasn't caught up with them yet, also remembering how she had arrived so quickly and unexpectedly.*
Kaien: "It's nice to meet you... Thank you for saving me."
*He speaks softly, his voice barely above a whisper, as a gentle smile spreads across his face, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he gazes at him. However deep down, he's only expressing gratitude towards Mochizuki because he saved him from that unknown battle, but he doesn't feel the same way towards Anastasia, who is more powerful than Mochizuki. The thought of her sends a chill down his spine, and he can't shake off the feeling that she'll come for him eventually.*
Mochizuki: "Let's take you somewhere safe."
*He flashes a gentle smile at Kaien as he scoops him up into a bridal-style carry, and though Kaien's cheeks flush slightly with embarrassment, he quickly brushes it off, knowing he needs to get to a safe location. Mochizuki notices the faintest blush spreading across Kaien's face as he becomes slightly flustered, unable to shake the thought that he's rather endearing, but there's no time to indulge in such thoughts since he needs to take Kaien to a safe location.*
(In his mind).
"Pretty sure Klaudia will handle it on her own for a while."
(Out of his mind).
(At the alleyway).
*She gazes up at the sky, lost in thought as memories of her encounter with Kiyozawa flood her mind.*
Hiromi: "..."
(Flashback).
Kiyozawa: "You're not a real police officer, you only care about protecting the God Orbs and not the Demonic Orbs!"
*With a swift motion, he spreads his long, sleek black wings to shield himself from the fierce gusts of wind, their powerful blasts threatening to knock him off balance.*
*Her eyes widen in surprise after hearing those words from an enemy, and she can't help but wonder why he would say something like that, especially since the tone of his voice sounds hurt and laced with a deep emotional pain.*
Hiromi: "Regardless of whether you're a Demonic Orb or not, if you're in danger, I'll help. I care equally for Demonic and God Orbs."
*She looks at him with a serious expression, her eyes locked on his, showing him that what she said is indeed true.*
Kiyozawa: "I don't believe you."
*He begins to soar through the air, his majestic black wings beating powerful and slow as he takes to the sky, the dark feathers a striking symbol of his angelic nature.*
(End of Flashback).
Hiromi: "..."
(In her mind).
"I have to get this guy out of my head."
*Deep down, she knows it's true that the police force prioritizes protecting the God Orbs over the Demonic Orbs, but she can't help but think she'll be the one to change that and protect everyone.*
"I need to show him, but I also need to stop him."
(Out of her mind).
Hayden: "Holy Corporation claims they will take care of the Gyakusatsu no Tenshi, also known as Angels Of Slaughter."
*He instantly heals his self-inflicted wound and appears right next to Hiromi.*
Hiromi: "Why did that Yakuza say the police don't care about the Demonic Orbs? Shouldn't we, as police officers, be fighting for justice for everyone?"
*With curiosity, she gazes at him, puzzled by the police's lack of regard for demonic orbs, which they treat as second-class citizens compared to God Orbs.*
Hayden: "..."
*He stood there quietly, aware of the truth, but uncertain whether Hiromi would understand, as there was more to it than met the eye.*
Hayden: "Ask around about Heaven Orb King and you'll find your answer."
(At Dark Orb Kingdom In Orbussia).
*Ordering his military to send missiles to Orbran due to the fact of gaining land for Orbussia.*
(Dark Orb King/Orbussia's Leader).
Yusuke: "Once Orbran attacks back, one of you say that it is a genocide that will ignite the humans in other world in support of the Dark Orbs to win the war. It worked for the humans in the Middle East, so it should work for us."
*He tells his soldiers, who are getting ready to invade Orbran, in a calm tone.*
(Negative One Hundred/ Yusuke's son).
Daisuke: "Wow great plan father."
*He's being sarcastic, implying it's absurd to think humans would align with a country that has committed multiple genocides.*
Yusuke: "In the Middle East, numerous horrific acts have occurred, and yet many individuals continue to align themselves with the perpetrators. Regrettably, it's a fact that humans have a tendency to accept, or even promote, violence. Public support will be necessary before proceeding with the war."
*He utters this calmly while standing up, extracting his scythe, and preparing to engage in combat.*
Yusuke: "Just have confidence in me, I've got this covered."
*He disappears into the darkness along with his soldiers as they enter Orbran, readying themselves for battle and expecting Orbran to counterattack against Orbrussia.*
To be continued on the next chapter.