Chapter 73: Banner of love

Ophir cannot lose here. He already have a hope and clue to find his wife. Ophir swallowed his anger and started a prayer to summon his gift.

"Our God who behold our future. Today I declare the same victory that You have won in exchange of Your life. I uplift this anger unto You. Use it as a foundation for me to fight without losing my vision and spiritual goal. Amen."

Ophir's bone became a pair of bolo prismatic with the blood and salt water. Hexel is still getting toyed by the devil and is now getting weakened due to the excessive force being applied unto his body. Ophir rushed toward the being and with a full swing it's dark aura got eradicated. The devil noticed Ophir's sudden elimination of his aura, he slammed Hexel deep in the water and focused his attention at Ophir.

Nevi swam to aid Hexel and saw him barely clawing his hands under water. Nevi grabbed Hexel's body and pull him to the side and Hexel just coughed and breathed. Nevi asked for Hexel's permission if he can help Ophir and Hexel just give him a full mark thumbs up. Nevi extended his hand to pray for his gift.

"Dearest, Righteous and Holy God. Let Your confidence and perseverance cloth us. May Your arrow and hand of defence be upon us. We entrust the result of this battle unto You. Amen."

Nevi got clothed by coral reef by his shoulder, spine and waist. His lower half got covered by a crab's shell and his head got crown by fish tail and fins. He looked like a warrior under the sea.

The devil who possessed Waheb used his gift by making the whole ground shake. Ophir losed his balance and fell down sitting on the shaking ground. The devil took this as an opportunity to attack the defenceless Ophir but his strike got countered by Nevi's hand who was not affected by the quaking.

Nevi pulled Waheb's arm and smacked him down with his palm. The impact stabled the ground and even put on a trace at Waheb's butt. Ophir instantly stood up to thrust his bolo at the being to sanctify him but the devil had his own scheme. He again utilises Waheb's gift and shot a lightning toward Hexel. But Nevi had the speed and transported Hexel who was just standing up.

Hexel can feel a personal grudge from this devil. Does he hate his comment a while ago that much? Hexel gritted his teeth in annoyance. Nevi just pat him on the back and speed up to help Ophir who is sparring with the devil. Hexel calmed down and prayed.

" Almighty God who is our Saviour, I hereby uplift to You this battle. Rain down your judgment toward the being that is monopolising us. Amen."

Hexel's sword became a huge paint brush. Hexel immediately used it to sweep the water unto the devil's eyes.

Ophir attacked him with his bolo and Nevi raised his heel and jammed it unto the being's chest. Waheb's body got thrown backward. The three did not waste another time and cornered him. They pointed their weapon unto him and recited a rebuke in unison.

"Leave that body and perish. You don't own him. Let God's judgement rain down upon you."

Dark smoke and howling came out of Waheb's body as he turbulently twist and turn. After the smoke left Waheb's body. He regain his consciousness.

Evi sighed at the warm and scented bath. It's been long since she had taken one. She recalled how Cyrus eyes communicated with hers. She brushed off her reminiscing since they are both married. Their love was long gone. Gardenia can't help but conceal herself within the same chamber with Evi. She exhaled to ease the yoke forming in her heart. She caught how their eyes bore with each other. Evi came out shly, Gardenia forced a smile and gestured Evi to wear the dress she prepared.

It was a dress that Cyrus gave her last December. Gardenia knew that she is walking on a thin ice by doing this but she wanted to confirm if her husband still love this lovely woman. It was a dress with her husband's resemblance. A long crimson dress with a oceanic touch. When Evi walked out of the dressing room. Gardenia suddenly felt a pang of regret. She looked ethereal with it. Gardenia walked her to Cyrus and Zayin's location. Gardenia instructed Eyel to prepare a tea and snacks. Mem assisted Eyel.

When Gardenia came in with Evi wearing the gift he personally sketch for his wife. He can't helped but feel guilty. It's a message from Gardenia telling him that she caught his eyes burnt toward Evi. The whole time, Cyrus would sneak a glance at his wife to observe her but she was just silently listening to every word Evi has said.

Kiel and Aleph was watching Natalina and Urchin playing. They are instructed by Cyrus that if Urchin sees something they need to report instantly. Natalina knew that Kiel and Aleph are observing her and she can't help but inquire if she can get some sleep since the two are present to ward her. Kiel and Aleph agreed and Urchin joined her for a nap.

Evi noticed how restless Cyrus was and said she needed a break. She inquired for Zayin to accompany her but Zayin was about to turn her down when Evi pointed at Cyrus who looked unsettling. Zayin extended his hand and they exited the scene. Gardenia was about to stand up when Cyrus pulled his chair and rested his arms on Gardenia's chair. To firmly give her the impression that they need to talk.

Before Cyrus release his words. Gardenia beat him and spoke first. She raised her hand in protest.

"Whatever your going to say, I am sorry but I will be direct, I don't want to hear it nor talk about it now. So, let me pass."

Cyrus can feel the coldness from Gardenia's voice and he can't argue when she used that tone. He retrieved his arms and gave her a space to walk out. Cyrus sighed as he watched his wife's back disappear from his view.