Chapter 51: Stay Near the Chariot.

King Cyrus have announced a festival happening next to this Kingdom. Aside from the east, west south and north encompasses by El Oathniel. There are also Kingdom neighbouring it. The festival is celebrated every year and by this time King Cyrus was selected as one of the judges for the play off.

Being the stern King, he is aiming for excellency. King Cyrus even questioned the name of the said scrimmage.

"Exile and Abyss. "

King Cyrus had instructed Novena to be the queen's assistant while he is gone. Mem and Eyel will be her knight and butler for the mean time. Cyrus had resigned earlier today than expected. He guided Gardenia about the upcoming issues and the pile of papers aligned in his table.

"Aren't you nagging enough? " Gardenia complained as Cyrus keep on pondering the tasks left for his wife.

"Well, because I trust you and besides I am doing this on purpose to annoy you. So that you'll miss me even more. " Cyrus answered cheekily as he untie his wife's garment for the day. Gardenia did not protest nor stopped his advances. After all, it's rare for him to express his imminent longing.

Novena called Nevi to visit Lehi and Ophir. Novena won't be able to trail them secretly this time. She needed to lay down the following arbitrary.

"I am inviting myself in and this pretty boy just tag along. " Novena announced at Ophir and Lehi who was fixing and packing their things.

"Sure, your always doing it anyway. There's nothing new about that. " Ophir answered as he gesture Nevi and Novena to sit on the couch.

"I am here to let you know that you can't let anyone find out your harpsichord task. There are entities in this era that are haunting the annointed. As much as possible symphatise with each other and be tender hearted. Keep a humble attitude and regardless of how you view each other you have to be in harmony. " Novena outlined as she float all the books they collected like a card on a deck.

"This is Nevi's gift, it's to paint the cover with the his Alm function. " As soon as Novena mentioned it. Nevi uplift his arms and commanded "ALMS". The blank covers regain a life and is imprinted with pictures, colors and images.

Ophir witnessed how the plain books became alive.

"So we perform like the usual and Nevi will just do that stance? " Ophir inquired.

Novena nodded at him and added.

"The date of book completion is also Nevi's gift. "

Lehi congratulates Nevi for the wonderful book covers. Novena strictly noted them that if ever their identity as Harpsichord are exposed, it will cause a supernatural disturbance.

The Tale Bearers just groan at their back ache and stiff neck. It is the longest ride they ever had. King Cyrus seated with Kiel, Lila and Urchin while Ophir, Nevi Natalina, Hexel and Lehi are freely chatting within the chariot. Before starting the voyage Kiel pointed that a carriage would be more comfortable instead of a two wheel designed for battle. When Cyrus replied that he should just traverse by foot Kiel just shut his mouth and obeyed.

It's their third night camping and hopefully they would reach their destination. Thankfully Nevi is also a on the spot chef. He can just jammed everything in the cooking pot and it would still taste delicious. Natalina envy his skill in cooking because in her case, even making a tea would be disaster.

The men are setting up a tent when a sudden mist surrounded them. The women visited the nearest river to have a late night bath with Urchin when the current slowly got furious. Lila got wash by the wave while Lehi instantly reach out to Urchin. Natalina prayed for a boat to occupy them.

"Hossana of the Highest, We thank your presence and aid in terms of sudden crises or disaster. I meekly asked for a boat to occupy and sail us away from this dangerous tide. Amen. "

Natalina's pearl and oynx formed a marine ship duplicating a sea shell. Lila got dragged down by the water and was about to cascade on a water fall when Urchin stopped her time and he grabbed her. Lila would doubt sometimes if Urchin is a kid or a beast. His gift always saves them in times of unfortunate events.

"Liwla, plwease opwen a pwortal leawding us bwack tow Opwhir. "

Urchin pleaded as he squeeze her palm.

Lila studied the environment and everything are unmovable. When she glance back, their ship is about to be consumed by the waterfall. Lila nooded at him and extended her hand upward.

"Heavenly Father who is our way maker. Help us back to our team. We appreciate your assitance. Amen. "

Ophir commanded the team to stand near the chariot and encircle it. The fog does not smell natural. Ophir paired up the team.

"Nevi stay close with the Prince. Hexel guard that window and I will protect this door. Be alert and no matter what happens never pace far from the chariot."

The boys answered in unison. Suddenly sharp pebbles fell from above them.

"Apologies I forgot about that." Ophir muttered as he draw out his bones to strike the peeble. Hexel draw his sword and sliced the colourless quartz. Nevi punch his way to protect Kiel. Kiel catch on what Ophir meant and he uplift his hands in prayer.

"Our God who can see beyond this fog, I hereby declare a roof to counter the attack. Let it be that whoever is behind this will be dealt by You. Amen. "

The fallen leaves from the ground spread like a roof above their heads. The pebbles created a noise above them but it got penetrated by the leaves. Suddenly the fog disappeared, the pebbles have withdrawn and the women landed in front of them with a shell like ship.

The chariot in their midst got devoured by the ground. Ophir, Nevi and Hexel jump in before the pit closed.

Cyrus smirked when he sensed a familiar presence. It reeks of iron and steel. It carried the rusty odor of an old friend. Cyrus uttered with dignity and brazen face.

"Your being harsh with my young ones, You still smell like a clodhopper. Can't you invite me in a coolheaded way?"