Rematch

Morning came and it was time to send off the humans. I gave them some food to eat for their journey. Reid came to me said.

"Thank you for your help sir Wreck. My squad and I will be always indebted to you and your village. I hope that we can repay our debts for all of you."

"Nah, don't worry about it. Just keep this village a secret and that will be enough. You can visit us here as long as you do not bring any outsiders. I really don't want to be a part of any conflicts."

"You have my word, sir. I will come back here soon because I need to train in order to be stronger. I will also bring gifts to you."

And then they all went away. Now that the problem with the humans is done, I need to check the abilities of this weapon Eiric so I brought Bubba and Exel with me to go hunting. We went to the eastern side of the village which is the side that has a lot of animals. This is also our common hunting grounds.

I ordered Bubba to fly ahead of us in order to scout from above while I and Exel are walking while trying to spot any targets.

After about twenty minutes of strolling, we still have yet to encounter a single animal.

"Sir, this is really weird. About fifteen minutes we must be able to encounter animals but we have never seen one yet." Exel said who is clearly concerned.

Yeah, this is really weird. I think something has to happen in order for this lack of animals here.

"Well, we can't do anything about it Exel. We just need to continue."

After two minutes Bubba came down and reported.

"Sir, I have yet to spot a single creature from above."

Now I am getting worried. Something must have happened. I might have to cancel the hunt and just go back until I heard....

"ROOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAARRRR!!!!"

Bubba quickly flew towards the location of the noise while I and Exel dashed.

I have heard of that sound before. I am sure of it. That is definitely the Lion called the Crimson Beast! Was this creature the cause of the lack of animals in the forest? I better find out.

Is spotted Bubba at a branch of a tree so I had Exel carry to go to Bubba's location.

After we climbed I saw a huge crowd of animals that we normally hunt in the forest. They are gathered while surrounding a huge cave. They also have some fruits, meats, and animals with them. As I analyze the situation, it seems like they are here to give an offering to their king, which I would assume as the Lion. Now that I think about that, I once heard Grano stated that the Crimson Beast is the King of the Crimson Woods. Now it perfectly makes sense. I have decided to observe the situation more and just continue to watch.

Just then the Lion walked out of the huge cave. He roared loudly which probably intimidated the animals. I was surprised by the appearance of the Lion now. He got a lot bigger. He is about 2.5 meters tall or even bigger. His Mane got even redder and his presence got even stronger. I could say that he evolved into something stronger. Anyways an elk creature brought some plants and meat for him and it seems like he accepted it. Next was a wild boar creature who brought just a single piece of berry. The lion got mad and he attacked the wild boar with his claws which instantly killed it. I was surprised. Exel and Bubba were too. Even the animals were surprised. While I looked at the animals, it seems like they brought something that won't satisfy the lion so I was worried. If he kills most of these, then our village's supply would suffer. I need to make an action.

I told Exel and Bubba that I am planning to attack the Lion. They told me to not do that because the Crimson Beast is on a very different level. I told them to trust me and I also instructed them to go back home to bring Kirth and others who are available for back up in case something bad happens. They still look like they do not like the idea but they did obey me and they left.

To be honest, I still do not know if I can handle this beast. I would consider this opportunity to get a full grasp of my abilities and also to see the full potential of my weapon Eiric.

I jumped towards the animals which made most of them ran away. Perfect. Now I am facing off with the Lion. Not gonna lie he really feels like a very different beast now compared to our last meeting.

He roared loudly to me and ran fast towards me. I prepared my glaive for a piercing attack. The lion reacted by moving to the side they jumped towards me. I was stunned for a moment but I have seen this attack so many times now.

I dodged the lion's jump attack then quickly brought my weapon down for a hammer attack. The Lion blocked it with his claws. Damn, but I felt like he had some little damage.

I immediately change my position for a slashing attack which caught the lion off guard. I quickly implemented the attack which caused the lion to bleed in the chest area. Yes! my attack worked.

But it was my bad when the lion quickly pounced me and it scratched my arm.

Damn. That hurt so bad. My right arm is bleeding right now and it feels like some bones were broken. Now I am one-handed but at least it was my right arm that was injured since I am left-handed.

Anyways both of us are injured but we continued to fight. His claws are way too sharp and his jumping and pouncing attack are really bothersome but I have the upper hand in terms of the number of attacks landed.

Now it has reached the point were both of us are tired. The lion really looks exhausted so I used the last ounce of my power to strike his front legs which made him fall to the ground.

I quickly pointed my blade at its neck so this can end.

"Do you give up?" I asked him which was probably dumb since it is an animal. It won't probably understand me but I was surprised.

"R-ro-roar." It roared as if it understood me.

I was obviously surprised but I was also thrilled so I said.

"Are we friends now?" I also reached my hand like a handshake.

The lion then touched my hands without hurting me and it looks like it smiled. It was cute. It then roared loudly.

Damn. It really understood me. The best part of this is that I and the Lion are now friends! This strong creature that made me reach my limits is now an ally!

I then bid my farewell to the lion and went away. My arm is still injured but I can walk fine. I was thinking of my plans for the future. I think I should train even more to surpass my limits. I also need to really implement the school idea to the village. I was in deep thinking while walking but I looked back and.

"ROAR!'

I saw the lion who has been following me. I told him to go away but he just continued to follow while smiling. I had no choice but to bring the King of the Woods in the village. I hope it won't cause any trouble.

We were walking quietly when we suddenly encountered the backup group led by Kirth and Exel.

"Sir Wreck are you fine? Why are you injured? What is that?!?! AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!"

All of the guards shouted and screamed in chorus and took a while to calm them down. I explained the situation to them and I also told them that the Lion will come to the village with me.

They of course screamed again and told me that idea is crazy but I told them I had no choice because the lion is following me.

"Okay then Chief, but we also have something to report to you."

"What is it Kirth?"

"Madame Laur's mother has arrived in the village."

-TO BE CONTINUED-

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