THE BLACK CROWN-15-

Han carefully guided Eric through the forest, leading the way to his favorite spot. The sound of rustling leaves and chirping birds filled the air as they journeyed deeper into the lush .

surroundings Soon, they arrived at the serene lake, tucked away behind the castle like a well-kept secret The cool, refreshing air caressed Eric's face, bringing a sense of comfort. It was a welcome relief and a small smile appeared on his lips as he savored the sensation

How long had it been since he had experienced such peace, especially with the burden of his?curse weighing on him Han spun his dagger skillfully as his eyes glinted with an intriguing mix of red and yellow hues.With a calculated motion,

he settled down on the ground, his features relaxing into a faint smile. He spoke, a hint of understanding in his tone, "I figured you might want a change of scenery.Being cooped up under the castle in your chamber must be quite tedious, hm?"

"Well yeah! It especially for someone like me who loves to be free.." eric answered han with a sad tone in his voice he despises william oh how he love to kill him next time he see him but that kinda impossible since he is the one who cursed him

Han hummed appreciatively, his eyes closed as he savored the tranquility of the moment. The air was still and comfortable, until he heard Eric's soft voice calling out to him. "Han..."

In response, Han's eyes flicked open as he turned his attention to Eric, a smile spreading across his face. "Yes, Eric?"

"Whose life core you carry with you?" As eric says tht han's eyes winded as his smile dropped "it doesn't seem to be any normal life core han…" As Eric made his observation about the abnormal nature of a life core, Han's grip on his dagger tightened, and his eyes darkened.

They took on a cold, unfeeling hue, tinged with an ominous yellow. Han stood up swiftly, closing the distance between himself and Eric with purposeful strides. "I feel that this life core is I.."

Before Eric could continue speaking, Han whispered a dark magic spell that abruptly silenced him, preventing him from uttering a word further. Eric gasped and fell to the ground, shocked and unable to speak due to the spell's effects.

Han's tone carried a hint of disappointment as he observed Eric. "You shouldn't be so perceptive, Eric," he said. The curse had indeed taken a toll on Eric's powers, leaving him incapable of breaking the magic.

Han's voice was tinged with an icy calm as he spoke, his words carrying a veiled threat. "You are my friend, Eric, and I hope you'll keep this a secret. It means a lot to me."

han's cold eyes fixed on eric as he pull his dagger up but the sound of approaching footsteps echoed from the nearby forest, diverting his attention.

Han quickly concealed his dagger, striving to maintain composure as Charles stepped closer Worry still flickered in his eyes as he sat down beside Eric, trying to maintain a casual demeanor.

Charles approached them, concern evident in his tone. "Is everything okay, Han? You look worried," he inquired. His gaze fell upon Eric, who was visibly shaking, adding to Charles' worry.

"Yeah but unfortunately eric lost his voice!" Han says with sad tone as he looks at eric… "the curse in his life core makes him even worse!! We need to act fast and kill william!!" Chales sigh as he saw how worried han was…

"Don't worry the war is to us the humans are weak and john had take the lead in the war!" As Charles says that han smiles widely that what he loves to hears…