268. Demon Arhat

Deep within the wilderness, under the starry sky a fire burned brightly. Faint aroma drifted around stirring up beasts from their slumber. But no matter how alluring the smell was no beast dared to get close.

Biting into the piece of deliciously cooked meat Mael looked at his Master. Just with his face alone his Master was miles ahead of any other he has ever met before. And judging him based on Aura he would seem like any normal person. If he hadn't seen how his Master killed that huge beast like nothing he would be like any other and believe his Master was normal.

Unknowingly his eyes darted to a corner. A man with torn clothes rested under a tree. His body had numerous strings binding what seemed to be wounds.

" So Mael, tell me who is your enemy? "

Snapping back to reality Mael showed a dark expression. Rage and Fury stated to emerge in his eyes as he said.

" Saint Church! "

" Hmm, strong enemy. What's your grudge? "

" They killed my mom. Just because she had Demonic Bloodline, they hunted her down and burned her infront of thousands! "

The last of those words were squeezed through his lips.

' That's some murderous intent he has there. That just shows how much he loved her.'

" My mother was kind. She worked to her bones to get our daily food. She didn't show her weak side infront of me, she always smiled and encouraged me to train but... but I failed. Even after fifteen years I couldn't even become a Gold Rank Warrior!

Somehow those of the Saint Church found out about my mother having Demon Blood. They dragged her away like wild some rabid beast! I was helpless... They took her from me, to protect me she told me to run.... to never come back. Even under those raging flames she smiled at me... I could see her lips move, i didn't understand what she said but I knew.... I knew she wanted me to escape and live.....

That's all she ever wanted... We were happy Master, eventhough life was hard we were happy..... She had me and I had her... She was just a normal person, why did she have to die!? WHY!? For having Demon Blood!? WHY!? WHY!?... Uughh "

At the end Mael coughed up blood. Ryu didn't expect the kid to have so much hatred, he immediately channeled his energy to calm his raging blood. Mael settled and looked at the starry skies.

" Master... am I a waste? Even after fifteen years I am still a Silver Grade Warrior."

Ryu took a bite and looked at Mael with kindness.

" Mael, have you ever seen rough Diamonds? "

Mael shook his head.

" Diamonds at the moment of their first light after mining would have dirt all over them. You have to clear the dirt, and yet you would still get a rough and crude Diamond. It needs to go through several process like grinding, polishing..... to become what people adore.

You are just like that, it will take time to chip away those dirt covering you but one day you will shine. Like the brightest star in the vast starry skies, you will shine.

Mael, you are not a waste. You are like a rough Diamond waiting for its days of brilliance. Never ever doubt yourself."

Mael looked at Ryu and bowed. Apart from his mother only this man he called Master has ever said such things to him. At first he respected him because of his strength but now.... Ryu now had a place close to his heart, like his mother.

" Ughh...

A groaning sound echoed. Ryu and Mael followed the voice and found Hisoka up and dazed. He sniffed for a second and found the glossy meat cooking over the fire. Walking upto it he tore away a huge part and started to eat.

After several days of journeying Ryu found a surprising fact about Hisoka. He was a foodie.

Chomping into the meat Hisoka showed a content expression. Within seconds he finished his dinner, it was only now he spared a glance at Mael.

" Hmm~ who are you? "

Mael felt as if a viper was staring at him. Steadying his fearful heart he replied respectfully.

" Lord, my name is Mael and I am Master Ryu's disciple."

" Heh~...

Ignoring Mael Hisoka started to eat again. The meat was from an Immortal Demon so it was full of energy. Hisoka could enjoy the meal and recuperate at the same time, so two birds with one stone.

" Don't bother with him. He is always like that. "

" Okay."

Seeing his hesitation Ryu said.

" Ask away. You must have some questions bottled up inside."

" Master, why can't I breakthrough? Why is my speed so slow? Even the lowest talent could reach Earth Grade or higher in fifteen years."

Ryu smiled upon hearing his words.

" That's a given. Your physique is special Mael. Unless you train the correct Art you will forever remain a Silver Grade Warrior."

Mael was stunned. He looked at his hands and asked.

" What Physique? "

Ryu was surprised at his wit. He was able to pinpoint the correct question.

" You possess a Physique that is almost impossible to appear and yet here you are, a wonder of nature. You possess a Physique that noone could match. Once you start training the correct Arts your strength will soar like an eagle. Even talents among talents would bow before you.

Mael your existence will make those you consider God's tremble. They will cower beneath you, those talents could only walk behind you and watch you rise. Your existence is among one in trillions!

Mael you are a DEMON ARHAT! "