Chapter 269: Unlocking the Crystal Ball
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We make it to Kelly Jas' estate. We're greeted by a single butler at the front gate. She has so guards, but they are closer to the house. He fixes his monocle and clears his throat. "How may I help you, Slayer Zern." He knows my identity, which ans he's probably out here to make sure that nothing happens to Kelly. I don't bother saying anything, and instead, I pull out the crystal ball from my inventory and show it to him. "Ohh, interesting. A magical storage crystal." He understands why we're here, but he's still very cautious. He must be aware of all the things Kelly's done.
I place it back in my inventory and take a breath. "We need soone who's a blood descendant or an override code. Since Kelly is the last living mber of the Jas family, I'll need her to unlock the crystal ball. I understand her fear, and I'll co alone without these two if it makes her feel safer." I doubt it, but I don't think Kelly wants to be around Sally after the display she put on. I know I wouldn't. The butler takes on a thoughtful expression and places his hand on his chin in thought. After a brief mont, he nods his head.
I turn towards Sally and Hailey. "You two can go back to the city. I'll et you at the only other in that's still accepting us. Since we already stayed at the other location last night." Hailey nods her head and turns around to walk, but Sally stays forward and stares at the mansion. She hates all Jas, female or not. I place my hand on her shoulder in an attempt to bring her back. "Go back to the city. I'll handle this. Once I'm done here, I'll et up with you and Hailey." She looks at , and after so internal debate within herself, she turns and follows Hailey.
I turn back to the butler, and I nod my head. He slowly opens the gate and motions for to follow him. We walk up to the mansion, and it's finely decorated. The outside has the taste of a fine lady. We walk inside, and I can see the guards are very nervous around . Each one bows in respect as I pass. It seems my identity as Slayer Zern is known, at least here on this property. She must've inford them that I'm indeed in the area and present a threat to her life. I do not need to kill her, and the world is better with her in it.
Sally would disagree, of course, but she's not here right now. Sotis separating yourself from a situation is smart too, and that's why I send Hailey and her off. So she doesn't let her emotions take control. "I must say it's an absolute honor to et you, Son of Michael. Your tales of adventure and actions are legendary. Lady Kelly is a lucky woman to talk to such an existence." He's very political with his words, but I know he's probing for any reasons that I'll attack Kelly. I respect how protective he is, but sotis. It's out of your control.
I sigh, and I can tell he's waiting for a response. "We've already had this discussion, Butler. I'm only here for the information in this crystal. If Kelly Jas were to die, it'd be by Saliandra's blade. Not mine." I choose to use Sally's full na, so he knows what I'm talking about. I know he's inford about everything that's going on. There is no way he isn't. He was personally sent by Kelly to find a way to dissuade any violence. "I'm a killer, but I don't kill anyone who doesn't deserve it. Kelly isn't soone who deserves it." He squints his eyes ever so slightly. Before he can question anything else. A world announcent goes off.
[Worldwide Announcent: The Kingdom of The Dryads and The Kingdom of Zenith are currently on their way to a et-up point for a fullscale invasion of Bellvia! This announcent is happening because war has officially been declared! Players can approach either side to participate! There are rewards based on contribution to the War and how many victories you ensure!]
[Worldwide Announcent: The Monster Horde is on the move and taking advantage of the conflict within humanity's society! Their forces will be bolstered, and new monster troops will be made because of this! Many cities and towns will fall and the captured about of Won will increase as breeding stock!]
It makes sick listening to anything about the monster horde. When I get the opportunity, I'll help those poor won. I'll either free them and send them back ho to their families. Or kill them out of rcy only if they ask for it, of course. I watch the butler cringe and scowl as he gets the NPC version from the church. "I'll admit, this war is going to be devastating for the future of the great war against the monsters. I wouldn't be surprised if the church steps in. Enough chatter. She's beyond the door ahead." It seems Kelly is going to be useful one last ti before we leave.
She's got a long and tiring road ahead of her, and it's only going to get worse. After a while, it'll get better. That's how things work. You have a stretch of bad, followed by one of good. It can vary depending on the person of course. No one is exempt from this effect. The butler pushes the door open and I see Kelly sitting in her chair. She stands up and bows politely, recognizing that I'm still The Son of Arch-Angel Michael. "It's an honor to host such a guest. It's not every day that divine blood and literal godhood stand in soone's house." She begins speaking. In a way I don't like.
I don't want to be compared to gods. I'm still human and thinking of myself as a god is extrely arrogant and dangerous. I'm not going to fall into that trap. I walk up to the desk, and the butler stands at the door. Kelly drops the formalities and pleasentries. Looks at with caution and fear. Instead of talking, I toss her the crystal ball, and she catches it. "I need you to open this for , after that. You'll never see again." She looks at the crystal ball and notices it's a magical storage device. One that holds all her father's secrets.
She notices it requires the blood of a descendant or an override code. "Just give a mont." She pulls out a small dagger and takes off her white glove. She's in a nice white dress, fitting soone with elegant tastes. She cuts the tip of her finger and drops it on the crystal ball, it lights up, and many things flash throw the hologram that the crystal ball is projecting. She tosses it back to . "You'll have permanent access to it, and be careful with that. It's a very valuable storage crystal about the world's illegal slave trade." I slowly nod my head and turn around to leave.
Before I can, Kelly asks to wait. I turn towards her and wait for her to start. "I'm really sorry for what my family has done to Sally... She won't listen or take any apology from ... So you're the next best thing... Please tell her that if she or her friends ever need any help. She can ask. I owe her that much. The sa goes for you, Slayer Zern. While our first eting didn't go so well, I'm glad we t. It's led to this." She indicates to the celebration banners and other party equipnt. She's celebrating that she's taken the barony from her dead brothers.
Kelly and Sally could've been great friends in a different life. One where Kelly wasn't the son of the man who enslaved Sally, and Sally being enslaved in the first place. Take away all that, and you have two similar people. Very strong and independent won who aren't afraid of challenges. Be they ntal, physical, or emotional. Sally overca hers, and I'm betting that Kelly had similar monts in her life as well. One where she had to overco great pain. After all, I can tell her mother is dead. Anyone who's lost a mother has a certain look.
I know it because I had it every ti I looked in the mirror before I made my wish. "I'll keep those words in mind. I know you'll do better than the rest of your family. Rember how many people you are helping. It'll help you sleep at night." She acknowledges my words, and I turn to leave. Finishing all the business with Kelly. We'll both hope never to see each other again.
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