As the wind weaved along my nose, it brought a peculiar smell with it. Looking in the direction where it came from, there was a massive Ship floating in the sky, hovering above what seems too be the Formation. My nose picked up the smell of strong perfume as well as... blood?
Just as i was thinking about the Origins of the smell, i suddenly hear Uncle Black talking to me in a urgent Voice.
"Arin, go into Human Form or at least Hide some tails, it's the Humans. If they find out about your existence, there will only be trouble.” (Uncle Black)
Heading his advice, I turn into my Human form. Truth is, my tails are already nearly bigger than I am, but I don't mind, as that just makes them more fluffy. Actually, Uncle Black said that purely appearance wise, I look extremely fragile. Anyway, the People on the Ship didn't see us as we just left the abryssal canyon, but we are still careful as we gain in height, so that we can finally reach above the Ship and see who's on board.
As we approach the nearly 120 Meter long ship, I try to search my memories about flying Ships. It seems that those were also Products of High-Human Engineering, as they seemed to have worked together with the Arcanium-Dwarfs from the Higher Spirit-Mountains. Though I don't know what Arcanium-Dwarfs are, I realized that High-Humans, even if great at engineering things, love to work together with other Races. Anyhow, It seems what I am seeing is a so called Mana-Propelled Air-Ship, or just Flying Ship for short. Even though I am taken in by the Size and structure of this Large ship, Uncle Black seems to be rather wary, as such a ship could theoretically, if used right, keep even him stalled.
When we reached a height of about 300 Meters above Ground, I look around the scenery. What I see is mesmerizing; There was a giant Canyon beneath, but right next to it was an enormous Forest, having tree's that easily Tower at a height of about 100 Meters. Their Crowns were enormous as the form and leaves reminded me of Maple Trees, but just Mammoth sized. Beyond the Forest I could already see a City, though I couldn't identify any People yet with my Eye-Sight. On the Other Hand, in the North and South were giant Mountain Ranges, if my conjecture is correct, then that should be the Dragon Mountains in the North. To the South, even before the Mountains, Is a giant Lake, being big Enough to swallow up the whole of Switzerland.
Looking up, the Clouds were drifting along the sky, not much different from Earth. What was different though was that there were four suns in the Sky. One really big one, surrounded by one smaller, and two really small ones, nearly perfectly the same size. All Four Had Different Colors, with the largest being in A Bright Yellow, Golden Color. But that wasn't all, as the three smaller ones had unique colors as well. The second largest was shining in a bright Silver Color, reminding me of the Attribute-Appraisal Stone I used shortly after I began living with Uncle Black. The other two were also weird. The first one was just Light, like the sun on earth, but had more of an dominating atmosphere, while the other was a blood-red color, giving off something like a savage Aura.
Turning my Eyes away, Uncle Black already reached a height were one could easily look onto the Ship's deck and everyone on it. Looking down, there were many Humans running around in fear and shock, some were already sitting in a corner, crying. Actually, I understand, Uncle Black is always kind to me and never shows his truly Angry and savage side. But right now, he was leaking definitely a hint of Anger and Majesty. Wait a moment, he is holding back? This isn't even 10 % of his true aura? I soon understood, as some of the Cornered Crew's people fainted when Uncle Black spoke out in a deep and Majestic Voice.
“Humans, Why do you attack the Territory I command over?!?” (Uncle Black)
In front of the Ships crew, flying in the sky, Uncle Black asked this question. Most of the People on board suddenly started screaming, some even cried after their mommy. Actually, I can understand perfectly what they say, even on this nearly 200 meter distance from the Ship. Some even screamed for a certain Lady Rose while other were praying to different gods. Oh yea, might have forgotten, but isn't Uncle Black already nearly 80 Meters in Length? I would also be scared stiff if a Angry Black Dragon of this Size suddenly showed up. Suddenly I somehow pity them...
It didn't take long before a Human Woman, adorned in red Clothes that felt more suited for a a ball than combat, came walking out from the Cabins at one end of the Ship. She was closely followed by a Man in an Armor that was covering all his vital spots while keeping Mobility high. He had a Iron sword on his belt and a very grim Face. Reminds me kinda of the Generals from these Military Movies...
As the Woman in red stepped forward, she began to speak in a high tone of Voice, suited for a Singer. I'm sure Anna would have liked a duet with her...
Lost in painful Memories, I only halfheartedly listen to the Woman in red and Uncle Blacks Talk.
“Hello Ancient Dragon of Darkness, I am Sanera Fanor, Messenger in the Name of Minister Slunt from the Alare Empire as well as the Magic-Guilds Headmaster.” (Sanera)
Introducing herself in a modest way, Sanera seems to be of rather acceptable Character, but I have to disagree. I could sense a hint of Madness in her tone, even if only slight. Whiles also checking the surroundings, I continue to listen to the talks between the two.
“I don't know where you got this Magic-Circle from, but I wish for an Explanation for you to install it here in the first place.” (Uncle Black)
Rising an Eyebrow, Sanera awnsers.
“How rude, to not even introduce yourself! Well whatever, I wanted to test this new circle here as I didn't know that someone actually lived inside Abryssal-Canyon.” (Sanera)
“That isn't all that there is to it, now is there, Miss Sanera Fanor!!” (Uncle Black)
“tsk” Clicking her tongue, Sanera starts to explain. Meanwhile i am looking at her heartbeat and check if she is lying.
“T, that has nothing to do with you Mister Dragon!” (Sanera)
“In this case, I'll have to ask you to leave this place...” (Uncle Black)
Speaking in a deep voice, Uncle Black threatens Sanera and the Knight behind her. But she just becomes red in the face and she seems to be Angry. I don't know what she thinks, but I can tell that she doesn't want to let go of something at any Price, but what? Listening closely, I can even hear her mutter something...
“no,no,no, no one comes in my way now, I had enough time to set it up, and I was working too long on it to give up now. This Subject Down There IS MINE!!!” (Sanera)
Starting to scream towards the End, she takes a weird looking stone into her hand and crushes it.
Reacting to the Stone, the Magic-Formation below the Ship suddenly started to glow. Changing my attention from Sanera to the Magic Circle, is am shocked still. There were Thousands of circles with complicated patterns along their lines placed there, forming one big one together. Some were blue, others green or some weird kind of yellow, but most were Red. Not a Magic red, but blood. I realized only now, but such big formations are impossible to carve with pure tools and Mana, what she used as a catalyst was... Blood...!
As Uncle Black made an Attack towards the ship using Fire-Magic, he started to dodge the Magic-cannon Fire coming from the Ship, making acrobatics in the air. But I was unable to take away my eyes from the Formation. Down there, in the blood, I could see something I would rather not.
Despair... Fear... Anger... Wrath... Pain... Madness...
I saw the Emotions and Pain from the Monsters and People who's blood was used to create this Formation, feeling all of these uncomfortable Emotions.
I, no, Why? Not only all the Monsters that live down here, but even People? Why...
I don't know anymore, i'm scared. I want to go... I DON'T Understand!
“I DON'T WANT THIS !!!” (Arin)
The Pain is too great, I don't want to feel this anymore...
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Screaming this from inside my heart, my Consciousness fades...
---POV-Change: Aaron (Uncle Black)---
Dodging the Fire coming from the Cannon aboard this Sky-Cruiser, I suddenly feel something Wrong. I don't know where it comes from, but the Formation beneath the ship started to increase it's Mana-Output to the Maximum, forming Dark Red Flames above it. Though Arin somehow seems to see something different as well. Preparing my own Fire-Magic to counter the Attack coming from the Formation, I suddenly feel an indescribable Killing Intent emitted from my Back. In surprise, I make a Barrel roll, throwing off the Source, only to realize that it was Arin.
Flying after his falling body, I can see his eyes. There was no Light, meaning he was unconscious, but then, where does the Killing Intent come from? Suddenly his eyes Open, holding a deep and dark red Color. Watching him I understand...
“Blood-Rage, I should have known...” (Aaron)
He is only eight years old, and not used to it. Normally, Blood from beings can hold Killing intent and some of the pain of the being it belonged to. Sometimes, when it is strong enough, some Monsters and People can't take the pain, letting instinct take over and go berserk, something we call Blood-Rage. It seems that the Formation down there is made from blood, all with strong Emotions. I should have known.
As I'm still contemplating to myself, I dive down, trying to catch Arin before he hits the ground, but in that moment he suddenly vanished and reappeared mid-air, Standing on an invisible Platform.
He seems to maintain his Human Form, but the Red glint in his eyes is filled with Anger, Sadness and Hate, seemingly swallowing anything and anyone staring into them. But I have to act fast, if Arin doesn't regain his Ego soon, he will keep rampaging. With Concern written all over my Face, I started to shout:
“ARIN, SNAP OUT OF IT; THIS ISN'T YOU!!!” (Aaron)
Trying to fly towards him, I lose my concentration on the Formation, and the Fire attack of high Power hits my body, making me lose control over one of my wings. Roaring out in pain, my body starts to fall at enormous speed. Looking up, I see a small boy, having tears fall down his cheeks and a look filled with so much hatred, yet in that moment, he looked at me with eyes of concern. This meant that “Arin” was still there, but before I could react, my Huge body already collided with the Ground, making a loud noise.
Standing back up, I see the boy, slowly walking towards the Ship, killing Intent emitting from his eyes. I need to bring him back to his senses, making him realize that he is the one in control, and not the feelings of Others. Noticing that I need some time to be able fly again, I use my Gravity-Magic to pull the ship down to the ground, hoping to stop the rampaging kid...
---POV-Change: Knight Commander of the 3rd brigade, Alare Empire---
It seems that cooperation with the Dragon has failed, but what is this Witch even thinking, THIS IS A ANCIENT DRAGON, WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?
Seriously, why would she do this? Commanding most of my Boys to man the cannons, we are ordered to shoot towards the dragon, but even with his size, he still easily dodges our Shots, we're so dead aren't we?
Gosh darn, I still wanted to check out the Ladies from that one shop in the Capital, why was I sent on this suicide mission?
Calming my Mind, I suddenly see a weird behavior in the Ancient Dragon. As though trying to shake something off, he suddenly makes a barrel-Roll and began to fly on the spot, before diving after whatever he threw from his back. Curiously looking over the ships-railings, I see a young Human boy with brown hair, falling to his doom.
What? Before he hit the ground, suddenly a strong Light surrounded him, making him vanish. Looking around, I can actually see him standing mid-air, but with red eyes, making me feel a strong chill through my whole body. The Dragon started to shout something and fly in the boys direction, but he is hit by the Magic-Formation's Attack created by Sanera. Seeing the falling Dragon, most of my Crew started to cheer loudly, but in the next moment we are hit by a killing intent, surpassing even that of the Dragon. Looking in the Direction it came from, I see the little boy with blood red eyes staring at me. His Eyes contained extreme Anger and sadness.
The Boy was standing mid-Air, making me and my whole crew stay alert, some even took out their swords or even manned a cannon. Suddenly, from behind us, a female voices shout filled with ecstasy reverberated, making some of us flinch. It was that red Witch's shout:
“THIS IS THE ONE, CAPTURE HIM, DON'T LET IT ESCA...!!!” (Red-Witch)
Just as she was about to finisht he sentence, suddenly the Boy vanished and reappeared right in front of her. Pressure leaking out of him, and suddenly;
Lightning started to gather around the boy's body, making the Atmosphere feel static while the wood beneath him started to freeze. Surprised by the Situation, I didn't even Realize that the Ship was slowly falling to the ground. Meanwhile, the red-Witch chanted some incomprehensible Words, creating countless fire ball's around her. But as though disinterested, the boy just ran forward, dodging every single one while barely moving from his strait path. Having arrived in front of her, he suddenly punched out his fist, covered in Lightning, directly into her stomach. The witch was thrown back and fell off the ship, spraying blood into the air. Even the boy didn't wait long and jumped after her, with a rage filled gaze.
---POV-Change: Arin---
I don't want this...
I was sitting inside a red space that seemed to be corrupted, anger and sadness filling my heart.
I'm Scared, I don't know anymore what I should do, where should I go, should I just leave, should I just not care...?
“arin, snap out of it, this isn't you!!!” (Uncle Black)
Asking question after question, I can hear Uncle Black's voice all of a sudden. It isn't loud, but filled with worry about me, does he worry for me? Deciding to take a look, as though through a cloudy sea, I can see Uncle Black, flying towards me while showing an expression of worry.
Uncle Black...
Suddenly the Formation lit up, firing a giant, red, Fiery laser towards Uncle Black. He didn't notice and I tried to warn him, but to no avail, I can't control my own body. Hit by the laser, Uncle Black flinches and falls to the ground, while making a painful scream.
No, no... I DIDN'T WANT THIS!!! My Fault, all my fault!!!
Losing myself in self blaming and Pain, I start to see only red.
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“Why are you crying like this?” (???)
While suddenly called by the lovely voice of that woman, I look up. Before me stood a beautiful woman, with pure white hair, nine tails and cute fox-ears on top of her head. Her Crimson-Gold eyes were shining like stars in my darkness...
“How, why...?” (Arin)
“I don't know, but when you were in so much pain, I awakened. I didn't think that the next time we meet would be like this.) (???)
Yes, the woman in front of me was Lumi, the one who treated me like her own son, even though she was only an echo. I started to spill more and more tears, while Lumi only silently hugged me and caressed my head. Feeling the same thing as back then when I was still in the crystal, I Hug her back and began to cry...
All this Pain, this sadness, anger... I could let it out, here, crying in her embrace. I didn't notice, but she was crying silently as well. After I could calm down, suddenly Lumi opened a mist like something in the air, showing what my “body” sees.
Right now, I was above the formation, being in a staring contest with this Sanera-Woman. The Woman responsible for all this pain. Rage filling my heart once more, Lumi quickly held me in her arms and whispered:
“Those feelings aren't yours, you don't have to carry their pain and Anger... Look over there.” (Lumi)
Looking to the side, there was Uncle Black and all the Monster from before, crying and roaring in my direction. Most of them were expressing worry, Sadness, and shock. But two stood out, one was Uncle black, and the other was the Crimson-Wolf Mother. Both of them roared at me that I should return to them, not letting myself be controlled by hatred of others.
Suddenly, Uncle Black, seeing my hesitation to move, jumps forward and blows away this Sanera Woman, afterwards immediately he turns into his Human Form and Hugs my body. I'm just shocked, crying.
Letting my Tears flow freely, from behind I could feel the nudging coming from the Wolf-Mother, trying to console me. Moved by their Kindness, I gave a big Hug to Lumi in my Mind, and then decided to not let my Body be under the Control of someone else, Only MYSELF!
Under this disposition, The clouds over my heart dispersed and I regained my Will. Taking control of my Body, suddenly a power unknown streamed through my body, filling it with a comfortable feeling. Actually, I didn't know, but that action created a will inside my body and Mind, to never ever be under foreign control, making me practically immune to any mind- and Body-control techniques or devices.
Regaining my will over my body, all the foreign feelings were dispersed, as though they were just a lie. Even if I don't have those feelings anymore, I will remember them, they showed me the truth of Malice and how to conquer it. But as I regain control, I just feel happy, happy that I have people, or monsters, that care for me, People that stand by my side and protect me. Honestly I'm Glad...
As I am in Uncle Blacks Arm's, I start to cry once more. But this time, because I'm happy...
---POV-Change: Aaron (Uncle Black)---
Looking at the boy weeping in my arms, I think about what happened. He first went into blood-Rage, attacked this Sanera woman and wounded her. Afterwards he jumped off the ship and made a stand off on top of the already weakened formation. But what was that afterwards, his eye kept changing colors, flipping between emerald green, savage red and crimson gold. Why?, could it be...?
Anyway, it's good that he is back. He successfully resisted the others feelings and didn't become a senseless beast.
“suuuu” (Arin)
Upps, did he fall asleep? No Matter, he went through a lot, he deserves some rest.
Picking myself of the Ground, I carry Arin in my Arms. Shortly afterwards, all the Monsters who stayed at a distance, came closer and bowed. All of them remained silent, but I could guess what happened. Little Arin is something like Royalty to those intelligent Monsters, proving himself Worthy of his Position as an heir to the Royal-Fox Bloodline. However, he is still a kid and I want to let him live like one.
Giving out a low growl, most Monsters voice their wish to attack. I understand it very well, because I'm the same. They dared to attack the home of me and all the Monsters living in Abryssal canyon and especially, they attacked the only inheritor of the Royal-Fox bloodline. They deserve death!
Using Wind magic to keep sound from little Arin, I deposit him with the Crimson-Wolf Mother who willingly let's him rest on her back, together with her young.
Turning around, I walk towards the Red-clothed Bitch of a Human. She was crawling on the floor, trying to run away. Sadly for her, I used Gravity to keep her down and began closing in. As I get closer, I can hear the Roars of Monsters as well as the screams and shrieks of Humans. It seems that through me lowering the ship enough, the Monsters were capable of boarding it, exacting their revenge for being attacked and losing their brethren in the Underground.
Anyway, as I leave the bloodcurdling screams behind me, the woman was right in front of me. As I am in my Human-Form, I am not as imposing as I should be, but I think my current killing intent fills that hole. She was groveling on the Ground, looking at me with eyes that didn't accept reality. What an insane Woman, killing of thousands of Beasts and Humans, just to get her hands on something, but let's first question her a bit...
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It didn't take long for me to get what I wanted, it seems that she and some of the other magicians felt Arin's Mana-Explosion the first time it occurred, which means others may come for him as well. I'll need to warn him about it. Anyway, after giving her finally over to death, it seems that she was rather unwilling, it seems she really tried to become a High-Human, or even a god, what a fool. Well, her Corpse is burnt and the formations destroyed, even the Air-Ship has been cleaned out. I dislike senseless killing, but if the other Party is the one who starts it... whatever. I'll need to look out for this Alare Empire, hopefully it won't make a move.
Not long after, everything was cleaned out, and many of the Monsters retreated back underground, continuing their normal lives. Left behind were only a completely unmanned air-ship, one Diamond-Turtle, a Lightning-Wyrm which seems to have joined sometimes when we were fighting in the sky and two Crimson-Wolfs, one a Adult mother and a young pub. And in the Middle of them all I can see little Arin, comfortably sleeping on the fur of the Crimson Wolf lying in the Grass.
Smiling at such a Sight I realize how much he means to me. Well, he looks so weak and fragile, so innocent, yet he is stronger than any other Monster I know... hmm.
“I'm looking forward to what you will archive in the Future, Little Arin.” (Uncle Black)