64 I Have My Ways

There was silence for a while after Sir Terry was killed. Rhaxtyx was still holding onto his chin even after his screams ceased. His face fat was starting to melt slowly while taking a horrible expression. His eyes popped because of the heat and his skin, before melting, stuck to his skull. His muscles shriveled and withered, turning to ash. Following was his remaining skin after the fat melted.

Rhaxtyx didn't stop until what remained of Terry was his charred skull. After making sure that was the only thing that remained of him, he crushed the skull with his hand, spreading its ash everywhere. He then stood up and slowly walked towards Miriam.

Everyone was watching Rhaxtyx's behavior. Antaler was speechless, shocked to see the smiling happy-go-lucky guy that Rhaxtyx is acting this way. Even though it was literally hours ago that they met, Rhaxtyx was a really friendly person. Even though he never had the chance to ask him, Antaler saw Rhaxtyx's true form back in the magic shop. And after having a conversation, he thought that he was different from the demons he knew but, his ruthlessness made him think again. He was hoping Rhaxtyx wouldn't become a threat to the Kingdom.

A similar thought was also on the minds of the onlookers. There were people watching from their homes and street corners. What they expected was a good fight but wasn't expecting people from the castle getting involved and on top of that getting killed by a naked guy. Everyone's eyes were on Rhaxtyx as he walked towards Miriam. Some people were even thinking he would kill her or worse, rape her.

But Rhaxtyx cancelled his spell. Because of his focus clearing a bit suddenly and relieving his body of some burden from the spell, he staggered a bit. He didn't fall but he was about to. He looked at Miriam while crouching beside her. His eyes were solemn. He was hoping she was fine or he didn't know what he would do.

He moved her hair from her face and saw a trickle of blood was coming out of her mouth. Her eyes were tightly shut and her pain was evident on her face. His eyes opened wide and his nostrils became bigger with his rising anger. He was about to lose his temper but Miriam's eyelids moved ever so slightly. He immediately calmed down and took a closer look.

Miriam slowly opened her eyes and looked at Rhaxtyx, whose face was practically touching hers. After seeing her eyes open, Rhaxtyx smiled and spoke with a soft voice.

"Rise and shine. Are you okay?"

"Master…"

"Yes?"

"Why… are you naked."

Miriam's cheeks reddened after she said this and she turned her head in embarrassment. Rhaxtyx looked down and finally realized that being naked in public was actually considered bad and vulgar in mortal societies. He wryly smiled and chuckled in embarrassment.

"There is a very reasonable explanation for this. But before that, we need to get you to a doctor or something."

"I can bring her to a doctor if you want?" (Antaler)

Antaler came at that point. Seeing Miriam was alright he was relieved as well. She being hurt meant Rhaxtyx becoming angry after all.

"No, I don't want to have anything to do with nobles and royals right now."

"She needs immediate treatment!"

"And I will find a good doctor. Thank you for your concern Antaler but you are connected to the castle where that piece of crap came from. I cannot risk being attacked by Dynasty spies right now."

"…I understand. Do you have a place in mind?"

"Master…"

"Don't force yourself Miriam. You have to rest."

"Crystal… Cove."

Her voice was weak and she was obviously in pain. She could only mutter the inn they were staying at. But it was Rhaxtyx she was talking to. On top of having no idea where the group were going to stay the night, he had a wild imagination. With the situation they were in, he could think the words 'Crystal Cove' meant a legendary place that he had to go and find some kind of a legendary herb.

"Crystal cove? Is that a legendary place that I have to go and find a legendary herb and that herb is the only way we can heal your injuries?"

And he thought precisely that. Miriam just gave up and after receiving this answer, she lost consciousness partly because of pain and because of the chock of what Rhaxtyx said. Antaler was face palming behind him and there were even some sighs and 'Ugh's sounding out from the houses and street corners.

"What?"

Rhaxtyx was confused and looked around. Antaler held his shoulder and looked at him in the eye while smiling.

"You can be a complete idiot sometimes. You know that, right?"

"What did I say?"

"Crystal Cove is an inn located near the Northern Wing Hub. She trying to say that she rented rooms there."

"Ah I see."

Rhaxtyx was genuinely thinking about what he said. If Antaler wasn't there to correct him, without hesitation, he would search for a place called 'Crystal Cove' out in the world, looking for a non-existent legendary herb. He picked up Miriam and started walking towards the city center before being caught by Antaler by the shoulder.

"What is it?" (Rhaxtyx)

"You mean, you don't realize?"

"Realize what?"

"Dude, you are in your birthday suit and you are planning on walking in the street like that?!"

Rhaxtyx stopped to think about it. His face gradually became brighter as he came to an understanding. He looked around and stopped on a nearby window. There were people inside and they were currently watching the naked man.

"Umm… Can you fellas help me in my predicament? I will remember it and be forever grateful." (Rhaxtyx)

After he looked at them, the people in the house got scared and hid their peeking heads. But after his words and kind voice, they once again peeked and they slowly nodded, fearing what he would do if they refused him.

Rhaxtyx and Antaler, after Rhaxtyx putting on some clothes provided by the random onlookers in the scene, made their way towards Crystal Cove. As Rhaxtyx didn't know where it was Antaler was showing the way.

Antaler also took the body of Sir Terry Pharlight with him as evidence. He argued that they should stay and wait for the knights, Rhaxtyx told him that they were close enough anyway. His mana sensing range was huge. When he talked about it, Antaler's mouth opened wide from shock. After telling him how it was okay, Rhaxtyx managed to convince Antaler on taking Terry's body only.

Antaler cast flying magic on both Rhaxtyx and himself to make their journey shorter. They reached their destination quickly as they were not really far away from the Northern Wing.

After landing near the inn in a back alley, they walked towards the entrance before Antaler stopping. Rhaxtyx turned and asked.

"Why are you stopping?"

"Do you really think going out there with a headless body is a good idea? I'll immediately go to the castle and report. They will at least listen to my words."

"Thank you Antaler."

"Why are you thanking for? I just did what was my duty. Go now. We don't much time."

Rhaxtyx nodded and entered the inn while Antaler flew towards the royal castle. When Rhaxtyx entered the inn, eyes turned to him. One of the waiters approached and asked in a confused manner.

"Hello and welcome to the Crystal Cove. Umm… How may I help you?"

"My friend has rented a room here correct? Take me there." (Rhaxtyx)

"We must check it first. What is her name?"

"Miriam. She might've come here with another friend of ours, Roman. Big guy, messy hair. Loud."

"Let me check."

The waiter returned to the counter next to the stairs and checked a book. Rhaxtyx followed behind him and looked inside the place. There were patrons sitting and having their drinks while listening to a bard. They were all looking towards him. Rhaxtyx looked at them for a second before shrugging and looking at the waiter again.

"It looks like you are correct. This way please."

The waiter then started climbing the stairs. Rhaxtyx followed after him. They climbed to the third floor where there were luxury rooms. Rhaxtyx saw this and immediately lines appeared on his forehead.

'I hope she didn't spend all of our money here!'

"We're here."

They stopped in front of the biggest pair of doors in the floor. It was by far the grandest set of doors Rhaxtyx ever saw in an inn, in Thyra and in Grelia. He gulped and walked inside the room after the waiter opened it. Inside was like the welcoming hall of a noble's mansion. It was a huge room with ornaments and ornate designs.

There were two rooms that were connected to the hall and in the hall were luxurious sofas, tables and chairs. On one of those sofas lay Kai and near her was Badgey, which looked at them as they entered. As soon as they entered the room, Badgey ran and jumped on Rhaxtyx, intending on scratching him.

"Ow ow! You little bastard, you're going to hurt Miriam!"

After he said this it stopped and glared at him.

"You are going to attack me as soon as I drop her, don't you?"

*Hiss!*

It hissed at him and then returned to Kai's side, guarding her. Rhaxtyx then put Miriam on a sofa after making sure Badgey was not going to attack him and turned to the waiter.

"I need a capable doctor as soon as possible. If she is not checked by the end of the day you can consider having a worse day than having no customers."

Rhaxtyx's eyes were serious and filled with killing intent. That is why the waiter took a couple of steps back out of fear. He was sweating and couldn't really speak. Rhaxtyx's anger was too much for him. After all, a god being angry would be terrible for a mortal. At that time a sweet voice was heard in the room.

"I believe I can help. You can leave now."

"Yes mistress."

The waiter was calmed immediately after hearing this voice. He turned back and bowed to a woman that was standing in the doorway. She smiled and nodded. After entering the room, she closed the door behind her and smiled to Rhaxtyx.

"I believe you are the friend she spoke of. My name is Stephanie, owner of Crystal Cove."

"You said you could help her. How exactly are you planning on doing that?"

"Don't worry about that dear. I have my ways."