Volume 4 - Chapter 13(Elsa Granhiert)

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Author Note:

[ ] = When Twilight is speaking.

{ } = When talking through Telepathy.

' ' = When thinking in your mind.

<< >> = When talking with your Pokémon or Tamed Beast.

--- --- = When describing a certain period of time.

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The person who entered was a woman. Her height was the same as Natsuki Subaru. Her purple eyes angled down towards their edges and presented her with a certain level of calmness and gentleness. Below her left eye she had a beauty spot. Her long wavy hair was black in color and was braided into a long tail on the left side of her head that reached down to her hips.

A single purple flower decorated the left side of her head. She was a woman of incredible beauty who apparently oozed eroticism with every move she made. Her white skin was unusually pale to the point that it could almost be described as sickening, and her slim body was well-endowed with large breasts and sultry curves. Her bewitching beauty coupled with her well-endowed body was enough to catch the eye of most people she met.

Her clothing, as if to match the woman herself, was extremely provocative. Her outfit consisted of a pair of black elbow-length gloves with purple trimmings at the top, a pair of black high-heel shoes, and a black dress with purple decorations that was both strapless and backless and featured brown tights. The dress, that clung to her body fairly tightly, also had thigh-high slits on either side and an exposed front that flaunted her bellybutton and cleavage.

Woman: Hello all. I am sorry for the interruption, but I would also like to place a bid on the pendant you have in your possession.

Subaru: Huh? You're...…

Woman: Oh, where are my manners? My name is Elsa Granhiert. It's a pleasure to meet you all.

Subaru: Elsa Granhiert?

Felt: She is my client. The one for whom I stole that pendant.

'Primis: Bowel Hunter, Elsa Granhiert.'

[She is the main antagonist of this Arc 1 of this world.]

<< Celebi: Master, it's her. >>

<< Primis: I know. >>

[Looking at Subaru, it's not hard to conclude that he doesn't recognize his killer from previous loop.]

At this time, Elsa turned her attention completely on Primis. Primis didn't speak and kept on looking at her too. Silence appeared in the shop. Only two people looking at each other completing disregarding everyone else.

As the situation was becoming more and more awkward, Felt stood in front of Primis and glared at Elsa.

Felt: Hey, why are you looking so attentive at him? Do you know him?

Felt words snapped everyone out of their thoughts. Elsa moved her gaze to Felt and bowed slightly.

Elsa: My apologies. You see I have never seen such a Handsome man with such a cute spirit before. So, it drew my attention.

<< Celebi: Lie. >>

[Yes, it's a lie. In this world, there are many different races. Elves, Demi-humans, and so on. Throughout her hunts, she must have seen many handsome and beautiful people. So, it's a lie that she got emerged in Primis looks.]

'Primis: It's true that she was surprised to see me, but it was only for a moment. As for the rest of the time, she was carefully looking to get a good read of me.'

Elsa: But I never thought he was already taken. To have such a cute girlfriend guarding him, *sigh* Good man is really hard to find.

[You mean Good 'Old' Man.]

'Primis: .........'

Felt: W-W-W-W-What are you s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-saying all s-s-s-s-sudden?

Felt face turned deep shade of red because of embarrassment. Subaru became speechless witnessing Felt face while Rom was showing a smug. Elsa chuckled and approached them. Though her attention was somewhat still on Primis.

'Elsa: I can't feel anything from him. He may be handsome, but he still feels completely normal. Though I would have believed it if I didn't see the sharpness in his eyes, his spirit, and something that appeared to some kind of sword on his back.'

If Primis was still in his "The Black Swordsman" form, then Elsa must have realized how dangerous he was. Why? Because even if Primis still appeared 'normal' in that form, those with high-battle experience and sharpened instinct could feel threat from him.

However, not in "Planar Lord" form. That's because Zenith made his existence almost merge with the world itself. As a result, her instincts didn't warn her. Since it meant that the entire world was her enemy.

Elsa: So, who are you gentlemen?

Subaru: Ah, yes. Sorry for the late introduction. I am Natsuki Subaru.

Then he pointed at Primis.

Subaru: He is my friend, Rigla. We came for the same pendant.

Elsa: Oh, I see. Then it's troublesome. Since I also want that pendant, how about we do some bidding.

Rom: Well, it's not a bad proposal. Felt.

Felt: Y-Yes, right away.

Hearing Rom, Felt hurriedly offered some seats. Rom closed the store and brought drinks for them on the table as negotiations began. Elsa took a slip of milk from the cup before asking.

Elsa: What is the current bid for the pendant?

Felt: Subar----I mean Rigla side offered 20 Sacred Gold coins.

Subaru: .........…

Subaru showed a dumbfounded expression when Felt changed her words.

'Subaru: Oi. Oi. I am protagonist here.'

Elsa: Oh my, that's the same offer I gave.

Saying this, Elsa took out a pouch out of her pocket and took the coins out.

TING!!!

TING!!!

TING!!!

...

…

Old man Rom moved and started the counting. Elsa didn't look at him and continued drinking the milk. Subaru also took a sip but from his expression one can tell he didn't like it much. As for Primis, he didn't even touch his cup. Seeing this, Felt tuck on his jacket.

Primis: Hmm?

Felt: You don't want to drink.

Primis: I am not that hungry, so I am good. Here you can have mine too since you just came out after doing your work.

Then Primis picked up the cup and gave it to Felt.

Felt: Is it really fine?

Primis: Um.

Felt: T-Thanks.

Felt took the cup and hurriedly drank it.

Elsa: What a gentleman.

Primis ignored Elsa remarked and turned to Subaru who was looking at him.

Primis: What is it?

Subaru: You know, I was also waiting for her in the sun. Why didn't you ask me instead?

Primis: .........Before asking, why don't you take a good look at your face. It's clearly telling you didn't like it. That's why I decided to give it to her since she knew the value of every minor thing in this Poor District.

Subaru became silent as Felt lowered her head to hide her sadness. She knew how people die here fighting for just a single cooper coin. This single glass of milk was like the most expensive thing here.

TING!!

Rom: Exactly. 20 Sacred Gold Coins.

Elsa: Looks like we have a tie Mr. Rigla.

Primis: It appears so.

Subaru: You really came prepared.

Elsa: Well, of course. My client is someone that needs this pendant at all costs. So, he gave me this much money in case I have to pay for it.

Rom: Hmm. Since that's the case, the one who bids higher than this will get the pendant.

Felt: That's not necessarily. I will give thi----

Primis brought his hand in front of Felt to stop her from continuing. He knew she wanted to say that she wanted to give it to them. Next, Primis put his hand in the inner pocket of his jacket and took out something.

TING!!

TING!!

Primis: With this we win, right?

Everyone looked at two more Sacred Gold coins that Primis put on the table. Subaru's and Felt's faces lit up as Rom nodded his head in acknowledgement. Elsa had a small smile on her face.

Elsa: I never expected to be outdone like this. Impressive. It's my loss here Mr. Rigla.

Primis: Then this is over.

Felt: Um. I accept this agreement.

Rom: With this, negotiations are over.

Everyone stood up from their seats. Primis took some steps back and let Subaru take the lead. All of them shook hands.

Elsa: Too bad I lost. But it can't be helped.

Subaru: I hope your client will understand, Elsa.

Elsa: It's alright. You win some and lose some. No hard feelings.

Since, Negotiations seemed successful, Felt approached Primis and took out the pendant.

Felt: Here.

Primis looked at the pendant, no, insignia would be better word for it. He looked at the insignia in Felt hand before nodding and taking it.

'Primis: Insignia that proves one's participation in the Royal Contest.'

Elsa was watching Primis who was looking at the Insignia while deep in thought. She then turned and looked at Subaru.

Elsa: By the way, there's something I want to ask.

Subaru: Yeah, what is it?

Elsa: What are you planning to do with this pendant?

Subaru: Well, of course. Return it to its rightful owner.

'Primis: Stupid.'

[What a fool. The reason why she backed up after losing the bet is because she didn't really care whether she or we have it. Because this insignia would be useless to us if we are not the candidate. Her main objective is to keep it away from Emilia. And now you said you want to give it back to her. This clearly indicates you are on her side.]

The atmosphere in the room became tense since Subaru uttered something he shouldn't have. Primis could only shake his head at Subaru's stupidity.

Felt: You idiot!

Subaru finally realized the blunder he made. His face started to turn from a smile to terror as he looked at Elsa, who now looked more sadistic now.

Elsa: I see. You're on their side after all.

[Told you.]

She immediately took out her weapon and aimed for Subaru's stomach.

THUD!!!

But at the nick of time, Felt tackled him on the floor. With her speed, Subaru won't even have realized when his stomach was cut. If Felt wasn't there then Subaru would have his intestines out on the ground for everyone to see. As for Primis, too bad he had no intention of saving Subaru in the first place.

<< Primis: No need to help them. Let them die. >>

<< Celebi: F-Felt too? >>

<< Primis: Yes, her too. >>

<< Celebi: O-Ok. >>

Celebi didn't ask any more. Hearing Primis' cold voice, it can tell that he won't take 'no' for an answer.

Subaru: WHAT THE----

Felt: Do you want to die?

Elsa: Oh, my. You dodged it.

Subaru looked at Elsa who was showing a sadistic smile while showing a short ornate kukri blade in her hand.

CRACK!!!

BANG!!!

Rom: HAAA!!!!

Old Man Rom jumped out of his bar with a huge club and swung at Elsa.

BANG!!!

On the contrary, Elsa moved back and dodged it.

SWOOSH!!!

SWOOSH!!!

BANG!!!!

SWOOSH!!!

BANG!!!

...

…

Rom kept on attacking while Elsa kept on dodging. She was too quick and was encircling around him with a playful smile. Many tables and the floor had been destroyed by the club. Still, Rom kept on attacking not giving chance for Elsa to counter.

Subaru: No, we can't beat that monster!!!

Subaru spoke in terror from his 'hiding' spot. However, Felt spoke trying to reassure him.

Felt: Don't worry. Old man is really strong.

'Primis: Well, he is. But too bad Elsa is in a whole different league. She is not even taking him seriously and just playing with him.'

Maybe Rom had higher strength than Elsa but it's useless if his attacks never even land. Elsa licked her lips and moved closer this time.

SWOOSH!!!

She moved her body a little to dodge the next swing before taking a whole 360-degree turn. Using the momentum from the turn, she attacked.

SHIN!!!!

THWACH!!!

SPLURT!!!!

Rom didn't even have time to react before his right arm was severed from his arm.

THUD!!!!

Felt: OLD MAN ROM!!!!!

Rom: Kuh…...You!

Rom didn't stop and started attacking Elsa with his remaining arm. Elsa kept on dodging while enjoying the last struggle of her prey. With time Rom attacks started to become weak and sluggish because of excessive loss of blood.

Elsa: It was fun.

Said Elsa before licking her lips.

SHIN!!!!

SPLURT!!!!

Rom: Urh!!!

THUD!!!

Rom let out one last voice as blood gushed out of his stomach. He then fell and died.

Subaru: N-NO. IT CAN'T BE!!!!

Felt was crying. She looked at Primis who was standing in the corner some distance away and spoke.

Felt: Sorry. You got caught up in our problem. Please run while I try to buy some time.

Primis raised one of his brows hearing this.

[She is more worried about you than herself.]

'Primis: .........

Primis remained silent. Felt then turned her attention to Elsa.

Felt: You were planning on killing us anyway. IN ORDER TO ERASE ALL THE EYE-WITNESSES WHO SAW YOU HAVING THE PENDANT.

Elsa: I won't deny that. I planned to carve your bowels and separate them from your body.

Felt: YOU PSYCHOPATH!!!

SWOOSH!!!!

Felt charged towards Elsa. At first, her speed was normal but in the next second, it became fastest. She attacked Elsa at high-speed that can't be seen my normal people with their naked eyes.

Elsa: Divine Protection of wind...…

SWOOSH!!!

Elsa moved to the side and dodged Felt's attack.

Elsa: You are loved by this World. How wonderful. But......that's it.

SHIN!!!

Elsa took another 360-degree turn and attacked.

SPLURT!!!

Blood scattered all around as the lifeless body of Felt fell.

THUD!!!

Moving her gaze to Subaru who was now shuddering in pure terror, she spoke.

Elsa: The Giant and the Hamster are died. Yet, you are not moving. Huh.........Oh my, to think you peed in your pants......….Ah. Ah. Don't worry, it's the normal reaction of normal people after seeing the carnage.

STEP!!!

STEP!!!

STEP!!!

Step-by-step, she walked towards Subaru. Seeing this, Subaru crawled back.

Subaru: S-STAY BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ignoring his words, Elsa kept on approaching him. As tears and snort came out of his eyes and nose, Elsa stopped.

STEP!!!

STEP!!!

Primis: Don't you think you have played enough.

Said Primis as he stepped forward and stood in front of Subaru.

Elsa: Ahhhh. I want to keep you for later, Rigla. Oh, well. Looks like I need to change it a bit.

Hope returned in Subaru's eyes as he looked at Primis' back. On the contrary, Primis only gave him a side-glance.

'Primis: Sorry to poop your bubbles, Subaru. I have no intention of ending this Arc in this loop. There are still some pieces that haven't been in their places yet. Hmmm...............Let's see. Yup, I have decided. Next loop will be end for this Arc.'

SHIN!!

Drawing his Gun Blade, Primis looked at Elsa.

<< Primis: Celebi, stay back. And don't interfere. >>

<< Celebi: Yes, Master. >>

Replied Celebi before leaving Primis shoulder.

Primis: Come, Elsa. I will entertain you.

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*A/N: Please throw some power stones.

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