Ch. 8: Conflict

Instantly, thick smoke began to fill their surroundings after the explosion. Hiding their whereabouts like a blanket of mystery that was suddenly unfurled.

Were they okay? They must have been badly injured.

I hope you two don't hold any grudges against me. Please take revenge on the boss if one of you dies.

I didn't do anything, okay?

At this moment, slowly, the smoke that had originally enveloped them began to dissipate. Like a curtain being drawn.

They stood there with the young man's arm still radiating blood that did not stop flowing. The girl tried to support him.

An aura of invisible magic. Formed a circle around them. Creating a sparkling light that radiated all around. A water barrier!

I stared in confusion. The faces around me fell silent, no one dared to utter a word.

What kind of atmosphere was this? It was awkward.

I knew what I had to do!

"Attack!" I shouted loudly.

At this moment, with my shout, tension filled the air as they advanced with their weapons held firmly in each hand. They shouted in unison!

On the other hand, I curled my lips.

At the same time, I felt myself being stared at by the boss... sorry boss, I took your position.

Feeling uncomfortable, I also ran after the Treasure Hoarders I didn't recognize in front of me. Boss? He's in the back with Amelia.

They're a good match. I mean, their auras both carry death!

While I was too engrossed in my own thoughts, the girl suddenly held something out of nowhere!

It was a metal frame and wooden handle. It had a long barrel with a tip that was equipped with a shiny iron spike. On the back, there was a swivel mechanism, as well as a trigger handle on the left side. A revolver!

I stared tensely as the girl aimed her revolver at the approaching Treasure Hoarders.

As she held her hand steady, the morning sunlight reflected off the metal parts of the revolver. She squeezed the trigger!

Bang!

The bullet traveled at high speed. However, in a short period of time, as the bullet slid from the muzzle of the girl's revolver, it was suddenly enveloped by water.

That was Vision Hydro's ability!

An arrow formed from the water that enveloped the bullet and created a sparkling reflection.

The arrow directly hit the forehead of one of the Treasure Hoarders. However, it didn't stop there!

It continued to penetrate one head to the head of the Treasure Hoarders standing behind the one that was shot.

It pierced through with lightning speed leaving no trace except for a piece of water shimmering in the air until the arrow disappeared on its own.

They, the Treasure Hoarders died without him realizing it.

Man... I saw this scene like a tragic story.

That girl actually shot 5 Treasure Hoarders with one bullet. How can a bullet be such a supernatural weapon?

I have to get that revolver!

At this moment, the young man who had Anemo Vision suddenly stood behind the girl. What were they doing?

"I have a bad feeling," I blurted out.

"Me too." William ran beside me and stopped.

I did the same and looked back at him. "Approaching them right now is really dangerous. But backing off now is just as well." I paused to observe their suspicious movements. "Separating them is the only way. Can you do that?"

William shook his head. "But the boss can!"

"There he is!"

At this moment, the fire spear flashed at high speed for one more time and made a powerful explosion.

It produced thick smoke. Much thicker than before. Opportunity!

"Let's split into two groups. Separate them!" shouted William.

After that, William nodded to me.

"I understand. Let me take care of the girl."

I tightened my leg muscles and ran towards the girl with all my might. As long as I could touch the revolver just once. I can put it in my inventory!

As the smoke slowly thinned, I vaguely saw the girl's figure. She was covered in water barrier.

I quickened my pace again. This could be a chance. There's a chance she can't do two things at once like attacking and defending using her Vision!

Once the thick smoke cleared completely. I stood right in front of her.

Her lips slightly parted, her eyes rounded to stare at me with a look of shock clearly etched on her face.

In that short period of time, I touched his revolver briefly, I could feel the vibration of the cold metal.

After that, she suddenly retreated quickly, pointing her revolver at me with a face full of panic.

My body felt rooted to the spot, but I put on a winning smile.

I flicked my finger and the revolver was instantly enveloped in blue light and turned into blue particles. It slowly disappeared into the void.

The revolver was mine!

CONGRATULATIONS ON COMPLETING THE QUEST

[ MARAUDERS ]

YOUR REWARD IS NOW STORED IN YOUR INVENTORY

I didn't expect this to happen so suddenly. Who would have thought there would be a notification that your quest is complete when you're on the edge of death? Developer asshole!

However, my focus instantly returned and my eyes caught the girl's face. Look how surprised she is. Panicking, aren't you?

I feel sorry for you. I'm forced to do this because if I don't, I'll be the one who dies. I can't go back anymore.

I'm trapped in the tiger and crocodile cage. Waiting for the opportunity for the two to prey on each other to escape.

Despite your innocence, you killed them, my family. We only spent one night. It was a short time. But with you? I don't even know you.

That's the comparison.

I stood in front of the girl and walked over to her. While the girl continued to be confused, her eyes wandered looking for something. Maybe a revolver that was nowhere to be seen.

Now her eyes and mine were staring at each other. Her lips were folded in a scowl. Her hands were trembling.

Moments later, she looked down and put up the water barrier again.

But it won't last long. Because.

Because I know the boss is mounting his stance to throw the spear once again.

If the first one can be held back by the water barrier, and the second one can make them, the girl and the young man separate. Then the third one...

At this moment, I felt a spear pass very quickly beside my ear. It was very fiery.

The spear was aimed towards the underside of the barrier, not at the girl's body. Not like what the boss did to the young man.

This showed that the boss had no intention of harming the girl.

I sighed. I knew what her fate would be in the future.

***

I hope you don't get tired of this kind of action. Well, this girl's part is indeed a sad fate. But who knows, that young man hasn't even shown his fangs yet!

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